Navigating Growth and Education: A Vision for Johnston County

What does it take to manage one of North Carolina’s fastest-growing counties? How do you balance explosive development with the preservation of a community’s identity? In this episode of the Best of Johnston County Podcast, we dive into the big questions with Butch Lawter, Chairman of the Johnston County Commissioners. From the challenges of funding schools amid flat enrollment to the complexities of park development, Butch shares how thoughtful planning—and a few tough decisions—are shaping the future of Johnston County. What would you do in his shoes?