ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT | JOHNSTON COUNTY
What’s Good for Living is Great for Business by Chr is Jo hnso n When successful companies look to expand or relocate, they consider a variety of industry-specific factors ranging from rail access to university research partnerships. But other criteria are more general. Common to all business, for instance, is the ability to recruit and retain good employees. “Talent” – what we used to call human resources – is what drives the success of today’s businesses. That places a premium on what communities have to offer workers and their families. Here’s how Johnston County stands: GOOD SCHOOLS? We’ve got them. Our 44 elementary and secondary schools incorporate the latest instructional techniques and tools with rigorous
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educational fundamentals to produce careerand college-ready graduates. CHOICE HOUSING? Our communities offer an eclectic array of options in residential living. From townhomes to manor homes, Johnston County offers something for everyone depending on their budgets, needs and wants. OUTDOOR RECREATION? The moderate climate here allows golfers year-round access to numerous public and private courses. Our county also has abundant local choices for hunters, fishermen, joggers, bikers, hikers and others seeking fun under the sun.
SHOPPING OPTIONS? Retail amenities thrive in Johnston County. Carolina Premium Outlets welcomes millions of consumers a year from all around the East Coast. Selma is a mecca for antique lovers. And that’s only the beginning. HOW ABOUT CULTURE? Performing arts venues such as Neuse Little Theatre, W.J. Barefoot Auditorium or the Clayton Center provide a wide variety of entertainment options to fit every taste. The county is also home to the Ava Gardner Museum and the Creech Art Gallery at Johnston Community College. HEALTH AND WELLNESS CARE? Residents of Johnston County find expert
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