Always ready for a walk, a car ride or a cozy afternoon nap, Jimmy has a way of making every day a little brighter. He's the kind of dog who wants to be wherever his people are, happily matching their energy. Adventure? He's in. Quiet evening on …
After a brief break from the heat, Wake County is activating cooling stations beginning Thursday, July 16, through at least Monday, July 20, as heat indexes are expected to exceed 100 degrees in the coming days. “Extreme heat can become life-threatening, …
So far in 2026, 12 children across the country have lost their lives due to being left in a hot car. Tragically, more than half of them were under the age of 2. To help bring awareness to this cause, Wake County and community partners are teaming up to …
Across Wake County, more people are experiencing homelessness in plain sight, sleeping outdoors, living in encampments and seeking refuge wherever they can. Since 2020, unsheltered homelessness in Wake County has more than doubled, leaving people without …
From responding to hurricanes and dam emergencies to shaping environmental policies and mentoring future engineers, Brad Cole has spent nearly 30 years serving North Carolina. Those contributions have now earned him the Order of the Long Leaf Pine, one of …
The Wake County Animal Center is full, with more animals arriving every day and fewer spaces available for pets in need. While hundreds of pets have found homes this summer, new animals continue arriving every day, filling kennels and creating an immediate …
Through her service on Gov. Josh Stein's AI Leadership Council, Wake County Commissioner Shinica Thomas helped deliver North Carolina's Statewide AI Strategic Road Map. She is the only local government representative on the council. “Artificial …
Methodology and Additional Information The statistics in this report are derived from instruments recorded in the office of the Wake County Register of Deeds. Under North Carolina law, changes in property rights in real estate, including security interests …
As summer temperatures climb, the Wake County Animal Center is reminding residents to take extra precautions to keep pets safe in the heat. Wake County Animal Center urges pet owners to be mindful of hot weather risks and to take simple but important steps …
Temperatures have been dangerously high in Wake County over the past week, and forecasts expect the heat wave to continue. The county's temporary cooling stations will remain open through at least Saturday, July 11, to help residents cool down. “ …
Wake County is inviting residents to a second community meeting on the future Haleys Branch Trails at Lake Crabtree to learn how community feedback helped shape the project's schematic design. Attendees will have the opportunity to review the proposed …
As the nation celebrates 250 years of independence, the Wake County Animal Center is reminding residents that the Fourth of July is also one of the busiest holidays of the year for animal shelters. Fireworks, family gatherings and other festivities can …
Local nonprofits eager to expand their capacity can now apply to be part of the second class of the Wake County Nonprofit Institute. Applications open today, July 1, and close Thursday, July 23. Building on the success of the inaugural class earlier this …
Just in time for Fourth of July weekend, sky-high temperatures and humidity have arrived in Wake County. The National Weather Service predicts heat indices well over 100 degrees starting this week and persisting through the holiday weekend. Wake County …
Wake County Public Libraries will commemorate America’s 250th anniversary with a variety of special programs, reading lists and new StoryWalk kits that celebrate the diverse stories and voices that shaped the nation’s history. “The America 250 series is …
Community members and local partners came together yesterday to discuss the ongoing use of opioid settlement funds in Wake County and to help shape priorities for future allocations. The annual meeting included updates on how funds have been used to date …
For two months this spring, local artists set up their easels across Wake County’s parks and preserves, capturing their beauty and character through outdoor painting. Now, residents are invited to experience their work firsthand at a traveling art exhibit …
In this edition, we’re putting the spotlight on Deja Smith! Deja is an environmental education program coordinator and member of our Solid Waste Outreach and Marketing Team. Deja lends her expertise and passion to the team, primarily handling our Feed the …
Plastic is everywhere. Understandably, it can be one of the most difficult materials to recycle and it often pollutes the roads and waterways. However, the best way to reduce the effects of plastics on our environment is to reduce the use of plastic items …
Wake County residents will have a chance to review and comment on draft plans and maps for the Neuse North area at an upcoming in-person community meeting. The drop-in style meeting will be held Wednesday, June 24, from 4:30–6:30 p.m. at New Hope Fire …
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