Archive for April, 2008
Celebrating Tourism in Johnston County
The Johnston County Visitors Bureau will join hundreds of cities, states and travel-related businesses nationwide in recognition of the 25th annual National Tourism Week, to be held May 10-18. Designated by Congress and established by presidential proclamation in 1983, the event celebrates the value and scope of the nation’s $740 billion travel and tourism industry, [...]
Presidential Candidates Invited to Ham & Yam
My friend Chris Johnson has been known to go to great lengths to promote the Ham & Yam Festival and to be honest he has many creative ideas. He offered the naming rights to the highest bidder on Ebay, and has jumped into the Neuse River when it rained on the festival. And for his latest [...]
Public Service Announcement for our Troops
It is my job to promote tourism in Johnston County, so it is rare that I would announce events outside the county, however, as I grew up an “Army brat” I have tremendous respect for our armed forces and if you have the time you may want to join in the appreciation event for our [...]
Are you ready for the weekend?
It is spring time in Johnston County and every weekend you could attend area festivals. Everyone is hoping for Spring time weather, but the show must go on rain or shine. Starting this weekend in Selma (Saturday, April 19), the Car Classic will take place on the main streets of Selma amongst the antique stores, Edleweiss Cafe and [...]
JCVB Brings New Communication Manager Onboard
Smithfield, NC (April 1, 2008) Eric W. Dean – former navy Illustrator and advertising agency professional – has been named as the new Communications Manager of the Johnston County Visitors Bureau. In his new role, Dean will be responsible for creative direction of the diverse “print” and “news media” marketing efforts that the bureau offers. [...]
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