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Jimmy sits between Gabriella Agnello and her partner in a car.

The story of a dog who learned it was safe to dream

Animal Services

hot car demonstration

Wake County to host hot car safety event for kids and families

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Wake County to reopen cooling stations as triple-digit heat returns

Emergency Management

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Wake County Continuum of Care to launch initiative to help residents move from streets to stability

Continuum of Care

Two men stand together while one presents the other with a framed Order of the Long Leaf Pine certificate during an indoor recognition event.

Wake County Engineer Brad Cole Receives Prestigious State Award

Planning and Development Services

Dog on leash, wearing a bandana, looks up at camera.

Wake County Animal Center calls for help as shelter reaches capacity

Animal Services

Commissioner Shinica Thomas

Commissioner Thomas helps deliver the state’s AI Strategic Road Map

Board of Commissioners

Wake County Register of Deeds Tammy L. Brunner

Wake County's median real estate price increased by $10,000 in May 2026, ending the month at $475,000

Register of Deeds

dog lapping water from dish

Wake County Animal Center recommends simple steps for summer heat safety

Animal Services

a mountain biker races down a trail

Wake County to unveil schematic design of new mountain biking trails

Parks, Recreation & Open Space

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Wake County extends cooling station dates as extreme heat wave continues

Emergency Management

**Alt text:** Black, tan, and white dog lies on its back in the grass, looking at the camera while enjoying a belly rub.

250 Years of Independence, 250 reasons to keep pets safe this July 4

Animal Services

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Wake County Nonprofit Institute opens applications for second class

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Wake County opens cooling stations for major heat wave

Emergency Management

American Flag

Wake County Public Libraries announces lineup of America 250 celebrations

Wake County Parks to host traveling art exhibit in celebration of 50th anniversary

Parks, Recreation & Open Space

Opioid Pills

Wake County shares update on National Opioid Settlement Funds at annual community meeting

Behavioral Health

Person wearing sunglasses and a cap poses with a small dog in a blue harness on a wooded trail, with green trees in the background.

Solid Waste Outreach Team Spotlight

Solid Waste Management

**Alt text:** Two people stand smiling inside a refill and sustainable goods store, surrounded by shelves of reusable containers, household products, and eco-friendly merchandise.

How one Cary couple’s dedication to refuse single-use plastics grew into their business

Solid Waste Management

Horse standing in a field near a fence

Wake County invites residents to community meeting on future of Neuse North Area

Planning and Development Services