This Week in Clayton

Clayton, West Sussex, experienced a mixed but generally active week, with a significant focus on the return of baseball legend Clayton Kershaw to the Dodgers organization. News of his hiring as a Special Assistant to the Front Office dominated sports headlines, with multiple outlets reporting on his new role, his participation in the ring ceremony, and his first pitch. Discussions also touched upon his future NBC appearances and the lingering question of his 112 innings in 2026. Beyond sports, the community saw several local mentions. A Clayton landlord secured a substantial default judgment, while exciting news emerged about the 50th anniversary of the Clayton Spring Boat Show and the launch of a new autism entrepreneurship program at Clayton State University. On a more somber note, there were reports of a pedestrian fatality involving a Metrobus in Clayton and the passing of local residents Rob Clayton and Prangrat Goodman. Further afield, news from Clayton County, Georgia, highlighted incidents of inmate assaults on deputies at the county jail, while a pain management clinic in Clayton was reportedly raided by the FBI. In other parts of the world, news related to Clayton McMillan and the Munster rugby team focused on challenging financial times and player redundancies. Darts fans noted Jonny Clayton's performances in the Premier League and the Belgian Open. There was also a report on the potential return of Clayton Tune to the Packers' roster and news regarding Clayton Beeter being called upon in a non-save situation. Finally, a local story involved TikTok star Isobel Lorna and a resident named Molly Clayton, with the Daily Mail investigating the source of the TikToker's finances.