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Three women and one man sing on stage during the Rudy Theatre's Throwback Sounds of Summer Program.

Live @ The Rudy: JoCo's Must-See Show

By Ashby Brame on Jul. 08, 2024

Live @ The Rudy in Selma is a must-visit entertainment venue that brings a blend of music, comedy, and theatrical performances to the charming town of Selma. For over two decades the Rudy Theatre has…

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Bookshelves and Shoppers at The Story Keeper Bookstore in Downtown Selma, NC.

JoCo Authors to Add to Your Bedside Table

By Ashby Brame on May. 30, 2024

We often highlight JoCo’s many artisans on our blog and website; from moonshine makers to local potters to goat soap producers… but Johnston County is also home to some very talented writers. If you…

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JoCo Latino Festival in Selma, NC, May 12th in Downtown.

8th Annual JoCo Latino Festival in Downtown Selma

By Ashby Brame on Apr. 26, 2024

Latinos Activate JOCO enthusiastically announces the 8th Annual JOCO Latino Festival, a vibrant celebration of Latino culture and community engagement. The festival is scheduled for Sunday, May 12…

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Clayton Piano Festival Announces Season 12 Line-up

By Ashby Brame on Sep. 29, 2023

The Clayton Piano Festival returns this year for season 12 which will run from October 14th through December 16th. As in previous years, there will be multiple venues and themes featuring…

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The stadium seating in Paul A. Johnston Auditorium at JCC in Smithfield, NC.

Newly-renovated Auditorium Returns with Spectacular Lineup

By Ashby Brame on Aug. 24, 2023

After a five-year closure for renovations, Johnston Community College’s Paul A. Johnston Auditorium is back and better than ever with the announcement of its 2023-2024 Donnie E. and Linda Vann…

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Artmosphere colorful nature mural on barn with artists posing while working.

Arts Council & Friends Partner on New Murals

By Ashby Brame on Jul. 21, 2023

Over the past year, the Friends of Johnston County Parks has worked in partnership with the Johnston County Arts Council on an outdoor mural project. With financial assistance from the Arts Council…

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Neuse River Amphitheater Opening Night in Smithfield, NC.

Smithfield has a Brand-new Amphitheater

By Ashby Brame on Jun. 09, 2023

Smithfield’s Neuse River Amphitheater remodel project was completed just in time for May’s Ham & Yam Festival this year. Celebrated with a community-attended ribbon-cutting ceremony, free concert…

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Jeks with the Completed Ava Gardner Mural

Ava Gardner Mural & Rose Garden

By Ashby Brame on Apr. 22, 2022

The Museum is kicking off Ava’s Centennial year with the Ava Gardner Festival, October 7-9. This southern starlet will be celebrating her 100th birthday on Christmas Eve of 2022 and the museum plans…

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Live at The Rudy Christmas Show in Selma, NC.

Live@The Rudy Christmas Show is Back!

By Ashby Brame on Nov. 12, 2021

Shows are back at the Live@The Rudy theater and the holiday season is upon us; Christmas Jubilee Shows have started and will continue through Christmas. An evening of southern hospitality, great…

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Mule Sculpture Installed in Benson

By Ashby Brame on Sep. 24, 2021

The Town of Benson is excited to announce the installation of its mule sculpture on the pedestal at the intersection of Highways 27 and 50 is now complete. This installation is the culmination of…

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