Why we RELAY:

JoCo Democrats have participated in RELAY FOR LIFE as Team 33, Johnston County Democrats, for 22 years.  We raise money to assist the American Cancer Society (ACS) in its efforts to eradicate cancer here locally and nationally.  There is no doubt, each of our families have been touched in some way by this dreadful disease.  We work together to KICK OUT CANCER!

The event this year is scheduled for SATURDAY, APRIL 18, 2026, Smithfield Selma Senior High School at 700 M. Durwood Stephenson Parkway in Smithfield, 1PM until 9PM.  

Please come out to the football field / track and visit our JCDP team. Sit with us, walk a lap, talk with old friends, meet new friends AND help us fundraise to beat cancer.  

Anyone can make donations on line - Relay for Life Johnston County - Team 33  or alert Sarah to be on the lookout for a check or cash at the Smithfield or Clayton office OR BRING THE CHECK TO RELAY!

This year our captain will be Team #33 Captain Sarah Anderson bring your chair and look for us near our usual spot to the left of the bleachers!   We will pow wow and enjoy other teams’ treats, food trucks and views of the luminaries.

Every donation is needed. Please help us against this fight against cancer!

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Team #033 Johnston County Democrats

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FROM RED, WINE & BLUE :

Together we can defeat extremism and elect commonsense candidates who share our values. You have the power to influence family and friends, and RWB has the tools you need to be super effective and make an impact in your community – so let’s go! Click here or the image above to RSVP.

Please join us in Greensboro for a fundraising reception in support of the North Carolina Democratic Party with Vice President Kamala Harris

Calling all Johnston County Democrats and allies! It's time to talk to our neighbors in NC House 28 about voting for Matthew Bailey this November! Join us for a day of knocking doors, talking with your friendly Democratic neighbors, and building power. No experience necessary and training is provided!

After you've signed up to canvass, register for an online training on canvassing with MiniVan. Click here to sign up or here to watch a recorded training.

FROM RED, WINE & BLUE :

When we wanted to talk about the latest Supreme Court case that could completely gut voting rights, we went straight to the expert. Join Red Wine & Blue tonight to hear from Janai Nelson, the hard-hitting NAACP lawyer who argued 𝘓𝘰𝘶𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘢𝘯𝘢 𝘷𝘴. 𝘊𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘪𝘴 at the Supreme Court, as she talks about the upcoming decision. Come see history in the making with this rock star guest!  RSVP here or the image above.

Register for the Second Annual DMNC Convention

We’ll be hearing from some of our Democratic candidates, we will also give our existing chapters an opportunity to report on their activities last year.

Eligibility to vote does not require prior involvement, but it does require the payment of $10 dues prior to the gaveling in of convention and self-identification as a man. Although voting is restricted to male-identified delegates, people of all genders will be recognized to address the body for any item of discussion or debate. We truly welcome women and people of all genders to join the men in attendance at our convention.

We hope to see you on April 4th as the Democratic Men of this state come together and try to steer our nation back in a freer direction!

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Join fellow Young Dems the first Wednesday of every month at rotating locations. Please check back for this month’s location

Anyone is welcome to attend our meeting but eligible members with full voting privileges in chapter affairs are registered Democrats between the ages of 16-35 in Johnston County.

If you have questions or need help finding our group, call or text our President for help: (816) 905-2491. If you'd like to join us virtually, email us directly at youngdemsjc@gmail.com and adrianbrakeley@gmail.com and we'll send you the Zoom link.

Thanks and see you there,

Young Democrats of Johnston County Adrian Brakeley, President

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The Town of Smithfield will hold a ribbon cutting for the newly installed "Greytown" landmark sign. Greytown is a long-standing African-American neighborhood. The town recently installed a new sign to replace one that stood there for many years. Smithfield Dist 4 Councilwoman Doris Wallace represents the area.

This March 28th, stand with Indivisible Johnston County at the Clayton Town Square for No Kings Day. No Thrones. No Crowns.—Rise up, take to the streets, and say it loud: no thrones, no crowns, no kings. We’re not watching history happen—we’re making it. Join us.

To connect with Indivisible Johnston County. Click here.

To learn more on No Kings. Click here.

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Join faith leaders from across North Carolina for the official launch of Faith Leaders for Roy. This virtual gathering will bring together spiritual leaders committed to leading with justice, compassion, and service — and mobilizing their congregations for the work ahead. Governor Cooper will join us for a special address to share his vision and thank faith leaders for their partnership.

To read the latest UDO information & revisions, click here

The Johnston County Board of Commissioners will hold a Town Hall meeting on the draft Unified Development Ordinance. The meeting will start with a presentation on the UDO from County planning staff and the consulting firm that helped draft the ordinance. Afterward, planning and consulting staff will be at various stations with detailed information about the UDO, and they’ll be available to answer questions and receive feedback.

The Johnston County Democratic Party will hold our Annual County Convention on Saturday, March 21st @ 10AM at our JCDP-Smithfield HQ. Doors open at 9am. To vote on any matter, you must be a named delegate from your annual precinct meeting. You can still attend if not a delegate. Click here to begin registration.

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Join the AAC-JCDP for a Zoom meeting, 6pm on the 3rd Tuesday of the month.

We welcome new members and guests. Please contact AAC-JCDP President Shaundrelle Watson at aacjcdp.chair@gmail.com or AAC-JCDP Secretary Carolyn Cash Leathers at aacjcdp.sec@gmail.com to receive the Zoom link and be added to the e-list of the AAC-JCDP.

Join women leaders, advocates, organizers, and community champions from across North Carolina for the official virtual launch of Women for Roy.

Monthly Meeting

March is Women's History Month.  We promote women, we celebrate them! 

Senior Dems Guest Speaker is Char Vinar, a local writer and producer of a short movie, Black Honey which will be shown.  The film presents  a woman's trials (family loss, addiction, cancer) and her survival and triumph over these life situations.  Ms Vinar is also President of the Neuse River Writers group.

Want to Join SDJC? Dues are $20 per member.  To Renew or Join Please Click this link to pay securely online

Please plan to join us for this meeting!  We look forward to seeing you there!

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Join us to Knock Doors in this Critical Johnston County House Race!

Calling all Johnston County Democrats and allies! It's time to talk to our neighbors in NC House 28 about voting for Matthew Bailey this November! Join us for a day of knocking doors, talking with your friendly Democratic neighbors, and building power. No experience necessary and training is provided!

After you've signed up to canvass, register for an online training on canvassing with MiniVan. Click here to sign up or here to watch a recorded training.

Women, especially Black and brown women, often have to opt to be the first--the first to run, the first to break those barriers, the first in office. On March 12, we will host a panel of iconic women who weren't afraid to be the first. Join us for this inspiring night! Click here.

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From Moms Demand Action Johnston County:

Our March meeting will be virtual and we will be discussing gun violence and safe storage issues that will affect the 2026 midterm elections. Because this meeting is virtual, you must RSVP below to receive the zoom link.   Click here or the image above to RSVP.

To learn more about Moms Demand Action, click here.

From Underwire:

Join us for an afternoon getting to know the wonderful, inspiring and all-around-badass women of the NCGA. We have had the privilege of getting to know a these impressive ladies through our work and their positivity, creativity, strength and grit are what fuel our hope when things feel dire. Through an intimate, casual format, we'll ensure that everyone has a chance to meet and chat with each representative.  Whether you are deeply engaged in civic life, wanting to learn more or simply want to be part of a meaningful, energizing event, this is a chance to come together for some major lift and support!

To learn more about Underwire, click here.

The Tobacco Farm Life Museum, part of the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, is hosting the State Archives of North Carolina’s One Day Wonder exhibit “To Preserve the Blessings of Liberty: State Constitutions of North Carolina”

This one day only exhibit will feature copies of the 1776 State Constitution and Declaration of Rights, the 1868 State Constitution, and a letter from John Adams known as “Thoughts on Government.” The exhibit will examine the state’s founding documents along with key amendments that reshaped political participation throughout the state’s history.

This one-day exhibit is coinciding with the traveling exhibit “When Are We Us?” that is currently on display at the museum through Saturday, March 14.  Both exhibits are part of America 250 NC.

If you’re registered to vote, it’s time to head to the polls! 
Polling Locations for March 3rd (Our 4 Early Vote sites will now serve as a single precinct’s site) 
NC Voter Search   after entering your information, scroll to the bottom to see a sample ballot