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[ celebrating our local heroes ]

JNOW honors

[ Johnston Now Honors ]

honoring the leaders and
heroes of our community

Johnston Now Honors is a remarkable countywide awards celebration each July that pays tribute to our community’s esteemed local heroes. 

What do winners receive?

Major bragging rights! Plus, all winners will be presented with their award on stage at the awards banquet. A profile on each honoree will be published in the July edition of Johnston Now.

How can you be involved?

  • Sponsor the event
  • Nominate an honoree
  • Join us next year for the awards celebration!
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Categories

  • Excellence in Arts — For outstanding contributions for teachers/practitioners in art, music or drama.
  • Outstanding Coach — A coach who makes a difference in the lives of athletes, on and off the field of play.
  • Public Safety Hero — A category to honor first responders (police, fire, EMT, etc.) and the great work they do.
  • Best Healthcare Professional — A doctor, nurse, first responder or anyone else in the healthcare industry positively impacting patients.
  • Legend Award — Consider it our version of the lifetime achievement award for service to Johnston County.
  • Rising Star (under 18) — For a young person who has already made a mark on the community. 
  • Exemplary Volunteer — For the unsung heroes who keep organizations running, giving of their time and talent to make JoCo a better place.
  • Nonprofit of the Year — For a 501c3 that’s changing lives in Johnston County.
  • Veteran Service — For a person who works to lift up those who have served our country.
  • Inspiring Educator — New this year, an award to honor a teacher who positively impacts our community.
  • Dynamic Entrepreneur — One who exemplifies the can-do spirit required to launch and run a successful business. 
  • Spirit of the County — For one who’s actions and deeds personify Johnston County, and that for which it stands.

2026 JNOW Honors Awards Banquet

We look forward to celebrating with you at the Awards Banquet.

WHEN:
Thursday, July 23

WHERE:
The Farm at 42, Selma

TIME:
Doors open at 5:30 p.m.
Dinner begins at 5:45 p.m.

Price: $20.00
A ticket is required for each person attending the awards banquet. The banquet is open seating, meaning you will not have an assigned seat. You may join any table that does not have a reserved sign.
Price: $250.00
This option includes a table reserved specifically for you and your guests. Tickets are included for 10 people. The table will have a sign with your name on it.
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2026 Johnston Now Honors Sponsors

Special thanks to this year's sponsors