📢 Hey Wilson's Mills! Please be on the lookout for sweet Ollie!

🌳 COMMUNITY POLL: How Often Do You Use The Community Park? We’d love to hear from you! As we plan for future improvements and events, your input helps us better understand how the Phillip R. Wright Community Park in Wilson’s Mills is being used. How often do you or your family visit our park? 🟢 Weekly 🟡 Monthly 🔵 Occasionally 🟠 Rarely 🔴 Never Drop your vote below and feel free to share why you love (or don’t use) our parks in the comments! Your feedback makes a difference. 💬 #WilsonsMillsNC #CommunityVoice #ParksAndRecreation

📢 The Town of Wilson’s Mills, a growing rural community in Johnston County, is currently seeking a qualified and motivated professional to serve as its full-time, on-site Human Resources Director. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing HR policies and procedures, managing employee relations, coordinating performance management, and ensuring compliance with all applicable labor and employment laws. The Director will also support strategic planning initiatives and foster a positive workplace culture. Candidates must have a minimum of a high school diploma and at least five years of progressively responsible experience in human resources. An associate or bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is preferred, and previous experience in government is a plus. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.wilsonsmillsnc.org/human-resources #WilsonsMillsNC #TownJobs #HRdirector #HumanResources

🎥 Historical Outreach Project Update We’re in the early stages of connecting with some of the founding families of Wilson’s Mills, and the stories we’ve heard so far have been both inspiring and enlightening. This brief video offers a glimpse into the progress we’re making—and the incredible memories, family histories, and personal recollections that are helping us preserve the legacy of our town. Do you have a story to share or know someone who does? We’d love to hear from you! 📧 Email: pvantine@wilsonsmillsnc.org 📞 Call: 919-938-3885 ext. 290 #WilsonsMillsNC #PreserveOurPast #WeAreWilsonsMills

📣 CALLING ALL VENDORS & FOOD TRUCKS! 🍔🎨🎉 Be part of one of Wilson’s Mills’ biggest events of the year—Community Day 2025 at Phillip R. Wright Community Park! We’re looking for: 🛍️ Local vendors 🚚 Food trucks (only 4 spots available!) 🏢 Nonprofits & community organizations 🗓️ Event Date: Saturday, August 23, 2025 (10am-3pm) 📍 988 Powhatan Road, Wilson’s Mills 🎶 Expect live music, kids' activities and inflatables, raffles, contests, a youth rugby clinic, and more! Plus, it’s a great chance to connect with a family-friendly crowd and get featured in our promotions. 🎒 We’re also hosting a school supply drive to support local students! 📝 Apply by Friday, July 18: wilsonsmillsnc.org/vendors 📞 Questions? Contact Peter Vantine at pvantine@wilsonsmillsnc.org or call 919-938-3885 ext. 290 Let’s make this year’s Community Day unforgettable—we’d love to have you there! #WilsonsMillsNC #CommunityDay2025 #VendorCall

The Town of Wilson’s Mills is seeking a Maintenance Worker to join our Public Works team! Help keep our community running by maintaining Town buildings, parks, streets, signage, and equipment. This hands-on role also includes supporting local events, basic vehicle servicing, and assisting with animal control duties. 📍 High school diploma, GED or equivalent work experience and a valid NC driver’s license required 🚗 Apply now at: wilsonsmillsnc.org/human-resources #WilsonsMillsNC #TownJobs #PublicWorks #MaintenanceWorker

Don't miss out on these awesome free summer youth rugby clinics! 🏃‍♀️‍➡️🏃‍♂️‍➡️🏃‍➡️🏉🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

☀️ Summer is the perfect time to gather and celebrate! Hosting a birthday party, family reunion, or community get-together? The Phillip R. Wright Community Park shelter is a great spot for your summer event! 🏞️ Shelter Rental Details: 🕒 $15/hour (2-hour minimum) 🍽️ Includes 4 adult-sized & 2 child-sized picnic tables 🌬️ Ceiling fans for hot days 🔥 Access to grills and restrooms 🪑 Bleachers for extra seating Whether it’s a sunny afternoon picnic or an evening celebration under the shelter, we’ve got the space you need! 📅 Check availability and reserve online at: wilsonsmillsnc.org/community-park 📞 Questions? Contact Peter Vantine at 919-938-3885 ext. 290 or pvantine@wilsonsmillsnc.org #WilsonsMillsNC #SummerFun #ParkRental

Got kids and live near Wilson’s Mills? Here’s a great chance to connect them with the roots of where our food comes from—and why it matters. In a fast-growing county, hands-on skills and traditions are getting harder to come by. That’s why we’re excited to share opportunities that celebrate the trades and people who helped build the original Wilson’s Mills we all know and love. As our Town staff continues working on Historic Preservation projects, we’re also here to support local efforts that keep these important skills alive. 📩 Reach out to Jim for more details! And if you know of any local programs or events that highlight traditional crafts, farming, or lost skills, let’s connect—we’d love to help spread the word. #WMStrong #Tradition #Community #PreservingOurPast

The railroad and its associated tracks have played a foundational role in the history, economy, and community identity of Wilson’s Mills, North Carolina. The completion of the 223-mile North Carolina Railroad in 1856 was pivotal, giving rise to a thriving industrial village at Wilson’s Mills. A station at Wilson’s Mills was erected by 1867-1868, making it one of 28 stations along the route at that time. The railroad’s arrival led to the construction of supporting infrastructure such as water towers, warehouses, and other buildings that served both passengers and freight. The roadbed was built with gravel and supported wrought iron T-rails, with bridges made of wood resting on masonry piers. This railroad connected Goldsboro to Charlotte and placed Johnston County, including Wilson’s Mills, within the prosperous Piedmont Crescent, facilitating a shift from subsistence farming to market-driven agriculture and spurring the growth of local industries such as cotton, grain, turpentine, and lumber. The town’s strategic location along the railroad made it an important stop and contributed to its initial establishment in 1868, with the purpose of bringing electricity to the mills surrounding the railroad. #WilsonsMillsNC #RailroadHistory

🐾 Pupdate from the Wilson’s Mills Dog Park! 🐶 Things are really shaping up at our future bark-tastic playground! The mulch is down, gates are latched, and work on the parking lot is underway. 🦴🚧 There are still a few more tail-wagging tasks to accomplish before we open the gates, but we're getting closer every day to unleashing this space for our furry friends (and their humans!) to enjoy. Stay tuned for more pupdates—we can’t wait to throw open the gates and say “Welcome!” . . . or maybe it should be “Woof!” 🐕🎉 #WilsonsMillsNC #WMDogPark #ParkUpdate #DogParkDreams

📢 Hey, Wilson’s Mills! Over the past month, we've received some generous additions to our Town Share Shed—thank you to everyone who has contributed! 🙏 Your donations are making a real difference for neighbors in need. As we head into summer, nutritional needs increase, especially for children and families who rely on school meals during the year. We’d love to see our Share Shed shelves filled in the coming weeks—and you can help! 🛒 Most appreciated items include: 🍝 Pasta & rice 🍅 Canned tomatoes & sauces 🥣 Cereal & snacks 💧 Bottled water & juice boxes 🧻 Paper goods 📍 How to donate: ✅ Place items directly in the Share Shed ✅ Or drop them off at Town Hall (main entrance) 🕗 Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM 🚫 Please note: We cannot accept dented canned goods as they pose a health risk. For more info, visit: wilsonsmillsnc.org/news/our-community-share-shed-needs-your-help