City of Locust, North Carolina

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186 Ray Kennedy Drive Locust, NC 28097    704-888-5260

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Parks Department

Director of Parks and Recreation, Mrs. Emily Jones, CPRP, CPSI

Emily has been employed with the City of Locust since December 12, 2012. Emily received a Bachelor of Science degree in Parks and Recreation from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro in 2012. She is both a Certified Parks and Recreation Professional and Certified Playground Safety Inspector, obtained through the National Recreation and Parks Association (NRPA). As Park Director, Emily is responsible for the management and operations of parks and recreation, including facilities, athletics, programs, and special events.
Email: ejones@locustnc.gov
Phone: 704-888-5260 ext. 105


Athletic Coordinator, Mr. Hunter Williams

Hunter has been employed with the City of Locust since June 2022. Hunter has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Recreation, Sport Leadership, and Tourism Management from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington in 2019. Hunter’s responsibilities include coordinating all athletics leagues, camps, and programs, and manages all athletic complex reservations.
Email: hwilliams@locustnc.gov
Phone: 704-888-5260 ext. 107


Program Coordinator, Mrs. Jessica Honeycutt

Jessica has been employed with the City of Locust since February 2023. She graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2008 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Exercise and Sports Science – Sports Medicine. Jessica also obtained a K-6th Graduate Certificate from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in 2011. As Program Coordinator, Jessica is responsible for the planning and execution of Locust’s programs and special events, including Movie Nights, Concerts, Farmers Market, Christmas Parade, Christmas Tree Lighting, and more!
Email: jhoneycutt@locustnc.gov
Phone: 704-888-5260 ext. 116

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Monday-Friday: 8:30am – 5:00pm

Physical Address:
186 Ray Kennedy Drive, Locust, NC 28097

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P.O. Box 190, Locust, NC 28097

Phone:
704-888-5260

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