Durham County won seven NACo awards and placed in the top 10 of the Digital Counties Survey for innovative local government approaches and technology use.

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein joins the "Do Your Part" initiative to support military families, emphasizing community support for their unique needs to enhance well-being and sustain military readiness.

North Carolina's DHHS partners with community colleges to offer free advanced training for Direct Support Professionals to improve skills and retention in aiding those with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Governor Josh Stein declared Tropical Storm Chantal a Type I State Disaster in North Carolina, enabling state-funded assistance grants for recovery efforts and urging a Federal Major Disaster Declaration.

The LGC approved nearly $704 million for Wake County school projects, including a new Morrisville High School, without requiring a tax increase. Funds also go to other schools and housing projects.

Governor Josh Stein visited W.A. Pattillo Middle School in Tarboro, North Carolina, to distribute school supplies from the annual Governor’s School Supply Drive, highlighting educators' need for more support.

Durham County received a $500,000 grant from the Great Trails State Program for the Durham-to-Roxboro Rail Trail, part of a broader North Carolina trail enhancement effort.

Durham County Economic Development relaunches Innovate Durham with Forward Cities’ E3 Durham program, seeking local entrepreneurs for governmental collaboration. Applications are open until August 11, 2025.

North Carolina schools can now issue bonds directly within the state due to updated policies, allowing institutions like Raleigh's Montessori School and Pine Lake Preparatory to engage in local bond financing.

Durham announces Labor Day service adjustments affecting waste collection, parks and rec, and transportation, with closures and reduced services in place.

Carrboro Mayor Foushee joins the NCBEMO Board of Directors, looking forward to collaborating with other leaders for community change in North Carolina.

Governor Josh Stein and others participated in a reentry simulation to understand challenges faced by individuals leaving incarceration in North Carolina.

The North Carolina OSA's audit reports reveal significant declines in DMV function, with long wait times, staffing issues, and a need for organizational restructuring.