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Kevin Johnson has a bachelor's degree in agronomy and a master's degree in crop science from North Carolina State University. 

As former director of the Wayne County Economic Development Alliance, Kevin Johnson has experience in economic development.

Directors & Staff

Kevin currently works as a program manager for the North Carolina Foundation for Soil & Water Conservation. He previously worked as the county extension director for the Wayne County Cooperative Extension, a regional agronomist for the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, and an agriculture extension agent for Caldwell County and Tyrrell County Cooperative Extensions.

Kevin previously served as the director of the Wayne County Cooperative Extension.

Kevin Johnson Announces Candidacy for Wayne County ...

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Kevin's campaign for Wayne County Commission is his first run for public office.

Plans to "cut red tape [and] promote economic growth."

- Plans to "cut red tape [and] promote economic growth."
- Supports lower tax rates.

Economy

Supports "strong, accountable public schools."

Plans to strengthen law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical resources, staffing, and training.

- Supports "strong, accountable public schools."
- Plans to strengthen law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical resources, staffing, and training.

Public Services

Supports protecting farmland, agriculture, and rural families.

- Supports protecting farmland, agriculture, and rural families.

Housing & Urban Development

As of January 2, 2026, Kevin Johnson’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Public Safety

Transportation & Infrastructure

Energy & the Environment

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