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Wake County Animal Center launches Sweetheart Adoption Special for foster dogs

Animal Services
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Learn the three B's before bedtime with the Books & Smiles program

Libraries
Public Health
Wake County Register of Deeds Tammy L. Brunner

January 2026's Median Price of Wake County Real Estate decreased by $5000 to $450,000

Register of Deeds
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Final week to register to vote or change party affiliation for the 2026 Primary Elections

Board of Elections
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Wake County will remain closed all day on Monday, Feb. 2

Emergency Management
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Wake County first in state to approve One Water Plan

Planning and Development Services
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Wake County goes red for heart health this February

Public Health
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Wake County Board of Commissioners to meet virtually Monday due to winter weather

Board of Commissioners
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Wake County to open emergency shelter ahead of winter storm

Emergency Management
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Wake County libraries kick off Black History Month with special series

Libraries
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Wake County to close non-essential services Saturday due to winter storm

Emergency Management
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Wake County invites public to nominate local changemakers for service award

Social Services
Heart Healthy

Wake County residents can now check out blood pressure monitors at all local libraries

Libraries
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Happy Trails offers Wake County residents Christmas tree disposal through the end of January

Parks, Recreation & Open Space
Solid Waste Management
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Wake County to close shelter at Heritage High School as winter weather subsides

Emergency Management
shelter inside Southeast Raleigh High School gym, with cots set up

Wake County to close shelter at Southeast Raleigh Magnet High School

Emergency Management
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Sheila B. Jones Environmental Education Scholarship now accepting applications

Soil and Water Conservation
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Wake County partners with Marbles Kids Museum on the largest expansion in its history

General Services Administration
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Wake County approves new animal center design

Animal Services
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Genentech Announces Plans to Double Investment in Holly Springs Manufacturing Facility

Board of Commissioners