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Wake County announces updates to library bond projects

January 13, 2026
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Wake County expands “Lawyers in Your Library” program for 2026

January 7, 2026
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Wake County Public Libraries partners with Haven House Services to help youth in crisis

December 18, 2025
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Wake County libraries unwrap a month of holiday fun

December 3, 2025
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Wake County Public Libraries Administration 
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Raleigh, NC 27610 

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