County News

NEWS: Wake to Provide H1N1 Vaccinations at Five Clinics, 11/05/2009

Wake County has received 9,900 doses of the H1N1 vaccine and will open five H1N1 vaccination clinics to people in priority groups on Monday, November 9, 2009. The clinics in Raleigh, Fuquay-Varina, Wake Forest and Zebulon will open at 9 a.m. The new clinic in Cary will open at 10 a.m. All clinics will close when vaccine is no longer available. The Wake County clinics will offer both forms of the H1N1 vaccine, nasal mist and injectable.

NEWS: Early Voting Ends Saturday, October 31, 2009, 10/30/2009

Early voting ends at 1 p.m. on Saturday, October 31, 2009, for the municipal elections being held on Tuesday, November 3, 2009. For locations and times of early voting sites, visit the Wake County Board of Elections Web site.

FEATURE: Employment Assistance, Health Tips and Annual Book Sale at Wake County Libraries in November, 10/30/2009

Events at Wake County Libraries in November.

FEATURE: Identifying Trees, Disc Golf, Amazing Owls and Pecans at Wake County Parks in November, 10/30/2009

Events at Wake County Parks in November.

FEATURE: Wake Book Sale Returns November 14-22, 10/29/2009

The annual Wake County Public Library Book Sale will be held Saturday, November 14, 2009 through Sunday, November 22, 2009, at its new location, 1514 Garner Station Blvd., in the South Station Shopping Center, Raleigh .

FEATURE: Energy Assistance Application Process to Begin November 2, 10/27/2009

People who need help paying their heating bills this winter can apply for assistance from the North Carolina Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) from Monday, November 2, 2009, through Friday, November 13, 2009 . Eligible households will receive a check in the mail early in February 2010. Appointments for emergency assistance will begin Monday, November 16, 2009 .

FEATURE: Annual Mutt Strutt to Support Animals In Wake County, 10/27/2009

Wake County animal lovers and their dogs are invited to attend the 10th Annual Mutt Strutt, a dog walk fundraiser supporting the Wake County Animal Care, Control and Adoption Center on Saturday, November 7, 2009, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Historic Oak View County Park, 4028 Carya Drive, Raleigh .

NEWS: Notice of Selection of Sample Audit for November 3, 2009 Municipal, School Board Elections Audit Count , 10/27/2009

By direction of the State Board of Elections, the random selection of county sample audit counts for the Tuesday November 3, 2009 Municipal/School Boards elections will be made at 8:30 am on Wednesday, November 4, 2009 at the office of the General Counsel of the State Board of Elections at 441 N. Harrington Street, Raleigh, N.C. 27603 .

FEATURE: Crowder District Park to Hold Annual Canine Carnival, 10/27/2009

Wake County’s Crowder District Park invites citizens and their pets to the 2009 Canine Carnival, Saturday, October 31, 2009, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Crowder District Park, 4709 Ten-Ten Road, Apex. The event is free and open to the public.

NEWS: Absentee Voting by Mail Ends October 27, Early Voting Ends October 31, 10/26/2009

Wake County citizens who would like to vote absentee-by-mail have until 5 p.m. on Tuesday, October 27, 2009 , to request an absentee ballot.

NEWS: H1N1 Vaccine Delivered to Private Medical Care Providers, 10/23/2009

Wake County is pleased to report that 20,600 doses of H1N1 vaccine in the nasal and injectable forms have been distributed to medical care providers in Wake County during the month of October 2009. The doses, in accordance with recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are being distributed to people in priority groups.

NEWS: Wake Board of Elections to Hold Special Meeting, 10/21/2009

The Wake County Board of Elections will conduct a special teleconference meeting on Friday, October 23, 2009, at 12 p.m. at the Board of Elections office, 337 S. Salisbury St., Raleigh .

NEWS: Wake County to Host Open Houses About Southeast Area Land Use Plan Activity Center, 10/21/2009

Wake County will hold two open house meetings about proposed amendments to the County’s Southeast Wake Area Land Use Plan Map on Wednesday, October 21, and Wednesday, October 28, 2009. Both meetings will take place from 4-6 p.m.

FEATURE: Wake Libraries, College Foundation to Hold Workshops, 10/19/2009

Wake County Public Libraries and College Foundation of North Carolina will host a series of workshops Tuesday, October 20, 2009, through Wednesday, November 4, 2009. Prospective college students and their parents are invited to attend sessions pertaining to college planning and financing a college education.

NEWS: Wake Temporarily Closes H1N1 Vaccination Clinics, 10/19/2009

Wake County is pleased to report that many citizens in the priority groups for the H1N1 injectable vaccine have received it; however, due to citizen interest, the supply of vaccine is temporarily depleted and the County has temporarily closed its H1N1 influenza vaccination clinics, effective at 1 p.m. on Monday, October 19, 2009 . The County will notify the news media when clinics are restocked and reopened.

NEWS: Wake County to Reopen H1N1 Vaccination Clinics, 10/15/2009

Wake County has received 3,000 more does of the H1N1 vaccine and will reopen its H1N1 vaccination clinics to people in priority groups on Monday, October 19, 2009 . Clinics will be open, as they have been in the past, Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The H1N1 vaccine comes in two forms: nasal mist and injection. When the Wake County clinics reopen, only the injectable H1N1 vaccine be will available.

NEWS: Health Officials Issue Rabies Notice for South Cary Residents, 10/15/2009

Local health officials have issued a rabies notice for residents and visitors in the vicinity of the intersection of Ten Ten Road and Holly Springs Road in Wake County. A case of rabies in a raccoon was confirmed Thursday, October 15, 2009.

NEWS: Seasonal Flu and Pneumonia Vaccination Clinic Expanded at Wake's Eastern Regional Center, 10/14/2009

Wake County’s Eastern Regional Center, 1002 Dogwood Drive, Zebulon , will expand the hours for its seasonal flu vaccination clinic beginning Friday, October 16, 2009.

NEWS: Wake to Temporarily Close H1N1 Flu Vaccination Clinics, 10/12/2009

Wake County is pleased to report that many citizens in the priority groups for the H1N1 Nasal FluMist vaccine have received the vaccine. However, due to citizen interest, the Wake County supply of vaccine is temporarily depleted. As such, Wake County has temporarily closed all H1N1 influenza vaccination clinics, effective at 4 p.m. on Monday, October 12, 2009. The County is awaiting additional H1N1 vaccines as they are released from the state. The County will notify the news media when clinics are restocked and reopened.

NEWS: Free Seasonal Flu Shots Available to Students K-12, 10/08/2009

Wake County is partnering with public, private and charter schools across the County to provide free seasonal flu shots to all school-age children in Kindergarten through grade 12, beginning Tuesday, October 13, 2009.

Wake to Begin H1N1 Flu Vaccination Clinics, 10/07/2009

Wake County will begin holding H1N1 influenza vaccination clinics Thursday, October 8, 2009, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at four locations across the County. No appointment is necessary and there is no cost for the H1N1 vaccine. Only Nasal FluMist vaccines (nasal spray) will be distributed at the clinics.

FEATURE: Wake County Offers Depression Screening , 10/06/2009

Wake County Human Services will be offering free, anonymous screenings for depression, manic depression, anxiety disorders and post traumatic stress disorder on Thursday, October 8, 2009, as part of National Depression Screening Day.

FEATURE: Wake to Offer One-Stop Services to Homeless October 8, 10/05/2009

Wake County Human Services will participate in the 3rd annual Project Homeless Connect on Thursday, October 8, 2009, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Moore Square in downtown Raleigh.

NEWS: City of Raleigh, Town of Cary and Board of Education Elections Held Tomorrow, 10/05/2009

Elections will be held tomorrow, October 6, 2009, for the City of Raleigh and Town of Cary municipal offices and Board of Education. Polls are open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

NEWS: Wake Seeks Citizen Input for Community Assessment, 10/02/2009

Door-to-Door Surveys to Begin in Garner and South Raleigh on October 4, 2009.

FEATURE: Wake County Recognizes Employee Award Winners, 10/02/2009

Wake County is proud to recognize and honor the recipients of the Garland H. Jones Excellence in Public Service Awards. The awards are given yearly to employees who exemplify outstanding customer service in their interactions with citizens throughout Wake County, as well as colleagues.

FEATURE: Job and Career Assistance, Bees and Deadly Divas at Wake County Libraries in October, 10/01/2009

Events at Wake County Libraries in October.

FEATURE: Heritage Day, Spectacular Spiders and Cider-Sippin' at Wake County Parks in October, 09/29/2009

Events at Wake County Parks in October.

NEWS: Work First Cash Assistance Process to Change Oct. 1, 09/28/2009

North Carolina counties are implementing payment process changes to Work First, a federal program that provides temporary assistance funding to needy families through state agencies. Beginning Thursday, Oct. 1, 2009 , Family Assistance checks for more than 950 Wake County families will not be mailed until participants verify that they have followed through on their program requirements.

NEWS: Wake to Begin Seasonal Flu Vaccination Clinics October 1, 09/28/2009

Wake County will hold its first seasonal flu vaccination clinics of 2009 on Thursday, October 1, 2009, and Friday, October 2, 2009, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., in Room G35 of the Public Health Center, 10 Sunnybrook Road, Raleigh. No appointment is necessary.

NEWS: Citizens Encouraged to Recycle Plastic, Oil, Wood Pallets, 09/23/2009

Wake County is urging citizens to recycle plastic, oil and wood pallets in accordance with a new North Carolina law that will go into effect on October 1, 2009.

NEWS: Job Seekers Invited to JobLink Career Expo Sept. 23, 09/21/2009

Individuals seeking employment will have the opportunity to meet with potential employers at the WRAL JobLink Career Expo on Wednesday, September 23, 2009, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Raleigh Convention Center, 500 S. Salisbury St., downtown Raleigh.

FEATURE: Wake Observes World Rabies Day, Hosts Vaccination Clinics, 09/18/2009

Rabies is a common disease that affects all mammals – including humans. Rabies can be prevented by vaccination. As part of World Rabies Day on Monday, September 28, 2009, the Wake County Animal Care, Control and Adoption Center is working with the Town of Holly Springs and the Wake County Veterinary Medical Association to coordinate two rabies clinics.

NEWS: Wake Reopens Lake Wheeler Beach Area, 09/17/2009

Wake County has reopened the beach area at Lake Wheeler. The beach was closed Friday, September 11, 2009, due to elevated levels of Enterococci and E. coli bacteria, but was reopened today, September 17, 2009, after bacteria levels tested within Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards for two consecutive days.

FEATURE: Wake County Set to Open Leesville Community Library, 09/17/2009

Wake County will officially open Leesville Community Library, 5105 Country Trail, Raleigh, following a dedication ceremony at the library site on Saturday, September 26, 2009, at 11 a.m.

NEWS: Volunteers Needed for Wake County Big Sweep, 09/16/2009

Wake County residents are invited to volunteer for the 2009 Wake County Big Sweep each Saturday from September 19, 2009, through October 17, 2009. Sixteen of the 25 cleanup sites need volunteers and are listed by date, town and watershed below. Each site description provides information on how to preregister with the site’s Big Sweep Zone Captain and directions to the site.

NEWS: Early Voting for Oct. 6 Elections Begins Tomorrow, 09/16/2009

Early voting for the Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2009, Wake County Board of Education Districts 1, 2, 7, and 9; Raleigh Municipal; and Cary Municipal elections will begin Thursday, Sept. 17, 2009, at 8:30 a.m. at the Wake County Board of Elections office, 337 South Salisbury St., Raleigh .

NEWS: Wake Partners Launch H1N1 Web Site, Twitter Account, 09/14/2009

Wake County, in partnership with more than a dozen community organizations, today launched a new Web page, ReadyWake! Flu, dedicated to Novel H1N1 (H1N1) and seasonal flu. The Web site, available at www.wakegov.com/flu was, was part of a presentation on H1N1 for the Wake County Board of Commissioners work session today.

FEATURE: Wake to Host Youth Development Meeting for Teens, Adults, 09/14/2009

Wake County will host an information meeting for teens who are interested in taking part in the Youth Leadership Institute on Thursday, September 17, 2009, at 6:30 p.m., at Cameron Village Regional Library, 1930 Clark Ave., Raleigh.

FEATURE: Household Hazardous Waste Collection and Electronics Recycling Event to be Held in Garner, 09/11/2009

Wake County, in partnership with the Town of Garner, will hold a special household hazardous waste collection and electronics recycling event on Saturday, September 19, 2009, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Garner High School, located at 2101 Spring Drive, Garner. The goal of the program is to provide more convenient recycling and collection options to citizens.

NEWS: Wake Closes Lake Wheeler Beach Area Due to High Bacteria Levels, 09/11/2009

FEATURE: Wake's Lake Crabtree County Park Closed Sept. 12, 09/11/2009

Wake County’s Lake Crabtree County Park will be closed to the general public on Saturday, September 12, 2009, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. for a Wake County health and wellness event. The park will reopen to the public at 12 p.m.

FEATURE: Wake Breaks Ground on Animal Care, Control and Adoption Center Expansion, 09/09/2009

Wake County broke ground on the expansion of the County’s Animal Care, Control and Adoption Center, 820 Beacon Lake Drive, Raleigh, today, Wednesday, September 9, 2009 .

NEWS: Wake Seeks Citizen Input for Community Assessment, 09/08/2009

Beginning Wednesday, September 9, 2009, surveyors will be out in Central Raleigh, Garner and Knightdale, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., conducting randomly selected door-to-door surveys to get citizen input on the most pressing needs in the community.

NEWS: Wake Reopens Lake Wheeler Beach Area, 09/04/2009

Wake County has reopened the beach area at Lake Wheeler. The beach was closed Tuesday, September 1, 2009, due to elevated levels of Enterococci bacteria, but was reopened today, September 4, 2009, after bacteria levels tested within Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards for two consecutive days.

NEWS: Wake to Hold Pubilc Meeting About Groundwater Contamination at North Wake Landfill, 09/04/2009

Wake County will hold a public meeting about groundwater contamination near the closed North Wake Landfill (NWLF) and corrective options on Friday, October 2, 2009, from 4:30 to 7 p.m. at the Pullen House, 10801 Durant Road, Raleigh.

FEATURE: Free Tdap Clinics for Rising Sixth-Graders, 09/03/2009

Wake County Human Services will hold free Tdap clinics in County regional centers in July and August to allow rising sixth-grade students to obtain their updated immunization.

FEATURE: Parks, Recreation and Open Space Launches New Web Site, 09/03/2009

Wake County has launched a new Web site, WakeGOV.com/parks, where citizens can find information about all seven County parks.

NEWS: Wake Closes Lake Wheeler Beach Area Due to High Bacteria Levels, 09/01/2009

Wake County has closed the recreational beach area at Lake Wheeler due to elevated levels of bacteria, based on Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards. The County routinely tests recreational lakes for bacteria, including Enterococci. County staff suggests that citizens call their recreational lake facilities to find out if they are open to swimming or visit the Wake County Recreational Waters Web site.

NEWS: Wake Reopens Lake Wheeler Beach Area, 08/28/2009

Wake County has reopened the beach area at Lake Wheeler. The beach was closed August 26, 2009, due to elevated levels of Enterococci and E. Coli bacteria, but was reopened today, August 28, 2009, after bacteria levels tested within Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards for two consecutive days.

FEATURE: Storytelling Festival, Bugs and Take A Child Outside Week at Wake County Parks in September, 08/28/2009

Events at Wake County Parks in September.

FEATURE: New Library Opening, Business Counseling, and Cool Crafts at Wake County Libraries in September, 08/28/2009

Events at Wake County Libraries in September.

NEWS: Wake Closes Lake Wheeler Beach Area Due to High Bacteria Levels, 08/27/2009

NEWS: Wake Interference Ordinance Approved, 08/27/2009

In an effort to promote public health and groundwater sustainability, the Wake County Human Services and Environmental Services Board today, Thursday, August 27, 2009, approved an ordinance that establishes a process to investigate causes and require mitigation of well interference. The new ordinance will go into effect Tuesday, October 1, 2009.

FEATURE: Wake County Supports National Alchohol and Drug Addition Recovery Month, 08/26/2009

September is National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month, and Wake County will hold a kickoff event on Saturday, August 29, 2009, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Wake County Commons Building, 4011 Carya Drive, Raleigh.

NEWS: Wake Interprets State Rules, Sets Policy, 08/24/2009

Wake County Attorney Scott Warren today issued a formal opinion for Wake County regarding state rules governing the sanitation of food service establishments, stating that 15A NCAC 18A.2633, does not, in and of itself, ban dogs from outside seating areas.

NEWS: Wake Reopens Lake Wheeler Beach Area, 08/21/2009

Wake County has reopened the beach area at Lake Wheeler. The beach was closed August 18, 2009, due to elevated levels of Enterococci and E. Coli bacteria, but was reopened today, August 21, 2009, after bacteria levels tested within Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards for two consecutive days.

NEWS: Wake Closes Lake Wheeler Beach Area Due to High Bacteria Levels, 08/18/2009

FEATURE: White Flag Network Offers Heat Relief to Homeless, 08/11/2009

To help prevent heat-related illnesses, the White Flag Network offers homeless people access to cooling facilities when the heat index rises above 101 degrees Fahrenheit.

NEWS: New Voting Location Established in Raleigh, 08/10/2009

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NEWS: Wake Reopens Lake Wheeler Beach Area, 08/08/2009

Wake County has reopened the beach area at Lake Wheeler. The beach was closed August 4, 2009, due to elevated levels of Enterococci and E. Coli bacteria, but was reopened today, August 8, 2009, after bacteria levels tested within Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards for two consecutive days.

NEWS: Board of Elections: Notice of Hearing, 08/06/2009

Pursuant to the provisions of Article 11B – Challenge to a Candidacy – the Wake County Board of Elections will conduct a hearing on the challenge of Jerome Goldberg’s residency listed on the Notice of Candidacy for Raleigh City Council District D. The hearing will be held: Wednesday, August 12, 200911:00 a.m.Wake County Office BuildingGround Floor Conference Room, room G31337 S. Salisbury StreetRaleigh, North Carolina 27601 The Board will hear testimony under oath and receive such other evidence proffered by the challenger, candidate and others. Pursuant to NCGS 163-127.5, the burden of proof shall be upon the candidate, who must show by a preponderance of the evidence of the record as a whole that he is qualified to be a candidate for the office of Raleigh City Council District D.

FEATURE: Wake County Names New Community Health Director, 08/05/2009

Sue Lynn Ledford has been appointed as Wake County’s new Community Health Director, effective August 10, 2009.

NEWS: Wake County Closes Lake Wheeler Beach Due to High Bacteria Levels , 08/04/2009

NEWS: Wake Launches Recreational Waters Web Site, 08/04/2009

Wake County has launched the Recreational Waters Web site today, Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2009, to keep citizens informed of temporary closures and reopenings of beaches and lakes in the County due to elevated bacteria levels.

FEATURE: Job and Career Assistance, Starting a Business and Comical Pets at Wake County Libraries In August, 07/30/2009

Events at Wake County Libraries in August.

FEATURE: Green Corn, Canoe Tour and Longleaf Festival at Wake County Parks in August, 07/29/2009

Events at Wake County Parks in August.

NEWS: Health Officials Issue Rabies Notice for Northern Wake Residents, 07/27/2009

Local health officials have issued a rabies notice for residents and visitors in the vicinity of the intersection of Wall Road and the Wake/Franklin county line. A case of rabies in a fox was confirmed Monday, July 27, 2009.

FEATURE: Wake Collects School Supplies for Children in Need, 07/23/2009

With school beginning across the County, Wake County Human Services is holding several events to help children in need of school supplies.

NEWS: Wake Reopens Beaverdam Beach at Falls Lake, 07/23/2009

Wake County has reopened the recreational swimming area at Beaverdam Beach at Falls Lake.

NEWS: Wake Closes Beaverdam Beach Due to High Bacteria Levels, 07/21/2009

Wake County has closed the recreational swimming area at Beaverdam Beach at Falls Lake due to elevated levels of bacteria, based on Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards.

FEATURE: Citizens Reminded to be Cautious of Wildlife; Vaccinate Pets Against Rabies, 07/17/2009

As the number of reported rabies cases has increased over the last several weeks, Wake County animal control officers want to remind citizens to be aware of the potential for rabid wildlife in their neighborhoods and make sure pets are properly vaccinated.

NEWS: Wake Health Officials Issue Rabies Notice for Western Wake Residents, 07/14/2009

Local health officials have issued a rabies notice for residents and visitors in the vicinity of the intersection of Ten Ten Road and Graham Newton Road in Raleigh, near the Whitehart subdivision. A case of rabies in a raccoon was confirmed late Monday, July 13, 2009.

FEATURE: Summertime Heat Safety for Pets, 07/14/2009

During the summer, high temperatures and humidity can be hazardous to the health of cats, dogs and other household pets.

FEATURE: Free Tdap Clinics for Rising Sixth-Graders, 07/13/2009

Wake County Human Services will hold free Tdap clinics in County regional centers in July and August to allow rising sixth-grade students to obtain their updated immunization. The Tdap booster provides protection against whooping cough, tetanus and diphtheria, and is required by law for all students entering the sixth-grade if five or more years have passed since their last tetanus shot.

NEWS: Wake Reopens Beaverdam, Sandling Beaches, 07/10/2009

Wake County has reopened the recreational swimming areas at Beaverdam and Sandling beaches at Falls Lake. The beaches were closed Tuesday, July 7, 2009, due to elevated levels of the enterococci bacteria, but were reopened today, July 10, 2009, after bacteria levels tested within Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards for two consecutive days.

FEATURE: Space Available for Wake County Women's Forum, 07/08/2009

Women of Wake County striving toward middle class status and economic self-sufficiency are invited to the "Women on the Move" forum on Saturday, August 15, 2009, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the WakeMed Andrews Center, 3000 New Bern Ave., Raleigh.

NEWS: Wake County Closes Beaverdam, Sandling Beaches Due to High Bacteria Levels, 07/07/2009

Wake County has closed the recreational swimming areas at Beaverdam Beach and Sandling Beach at Falls Lake due to elevated levels of bacteria, based on Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards.

FEATURE: Wake's Harris Lake County Park Closed July 12, 07/07/2009

Wake County’s Harris Lake County Park will be closed to the general public on Sunday, July 12, 2009, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. for the Triangle Triathlon. The park will reopen to the public at 2 p.m.

FEATURE: New Pet Adoption Fees Offer Savings, 07/07/2009

The Wake County Animal Care, Control and Adoption Center is offering selected animals for adoption at lower prices. Effective July 1, 2009, fees for senior dogs and senior cats are $20 less than those charged for younger animals. If the pet is already spayed/neutered before coming to the animal shelter, the $50 surgery fee will be waived.

NEWS: Wake Reopens Beaverdam Beach Swimming Area, 07/03/2009

Wake County has reopened the recreational swimming area at Beaverdam Beach at Falls Lake. The beach was closed Wednesday, July 1, 2009, due to elevated levels of the E. coli bacteria, but was reopened today, July 3, 2009, after bacteria levels tested within Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards for two consecutive days.

NEWS: Filing for Fall 2009 Elections to Begin July 6, 07/02/2009

Filing for public office candidates for the October and November 2009 municipal elections will begin at 8:30 a.m. on Monday, July 6, 2009, at the Wake County Board of Elections, 337 S. Salisbury St., Raleigh.

FEATURE: Amateur Photography Contest, Abraham Lincoln Exhibit and Teen Chefs at Wake Libraries in July, 07/02/2009

Events at Wake County Libraries in July.

FEATURE: Bird Watching, Sunfish Sailing and Night Hikes at Wake County Parks in July, 07/01/2009

Events at Wake County Parks in July.

NEWS: Wake Closes Beaverdam Beach Due to High Bacteria Levels, 07/01/2009

Wake County has closed the recreational swimming area at Beaverdam Beach on Falls Lake due to elevated levels of bacteria, based on Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards. The County routinely tests recreational lakes for bacteria, including E. coli. When bacteria levels exceed EPA standards, the area is closed to "primary contact recreation," which is swimming or any activity where your head may go underwater. The County samples the lakes weekly each summer.

NEWS: Wake Announces Three New Voting Locations, 07/01/2009

The Wake County Board of Elections has established three new voting places in Wake County.

FEATURE: New Wake Library Hours Start July 5, 06/30/2009

Wake County reminds citizens that the following libraries will have new hours of operation, effective Sunday, July 5, 2009:

NEWS: Household Hazardous Waste Program Expands July 1, 06/30/2009

Wake County’s Household Hazardous Waste recycling program will expand from once per month to six days per week at both the North Wake and South Wake Multi-Material Recycling Facilities beginning Wednesday, July 1, 2009.

FEATURE: Wake County Promotes Fireworks Safety, 06/30/2009

Fireworks or resulting fires injure over 11,000 people every year. More than half of these injuries occur during the first week of July.

NEWS: Wake to Break Ground on Mental Health Facility July 1, 06/29/2009

Wake County will break ground on a new inpatient mental health facility on Wednesday, July 1, 2009, at 10 a.m., on Sunnybrook Road, Raleigh (across from Holly Hill Hospital) .

NEWS: Employment Centers to Open for Job Seekers, 06/23/2009

The Capital Area Workforce Development Board will open six SHARE (Sharing How Access to Resources Empowers) Network Access Points on Thursday, June 25, 2009 , to offer citizens who are looking for a job access to community-based facilities. Planned activities will begin at 11 a.m.

NEWS: Cool for Wake Program Provides Heat Relief, 06/19/2009

Low-income individuals who are unable to cool their homes during extreme heat conditions may qualify for Wake County's Cool for Wake program. Through September 1, 2009, Cool for Wake will provide free fans to qualified individuals.

FEATURE: Harry Potter-Inspired Rock Bands to Perform at Library, 06/17/2009

Fans of the Harry Potter series are invited to enjoy a "Wizard Rock" concert, Wednesday, June 24, 2009, at 6 p.m. at Cameron Village Regional Library, 1930 Clark Ave., Raleigh .

NEWS: Wake to Open Reception Center at Garner United Methodist Church , 06/16/2009

In response to flash flooding in the Raleigh and Garner areas, Wake County is opening a reception center at 11 a.m. today, Tuesday, June 16, 2009, at Garner United Methodist Church , 201 Methodist Drive, Garner.

NEWS: Two Areas of Wake's Yates Mill County Park Closed Due to Flooding, 06/16/2009

Historic Yates Mill County Park, 4620 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, has received over 5.8 inches of rain leading to a 2 foot increase in the pond's water level and several safety concerns.

NEWS: Wake Board of Commissioners Approves 2010 Budget, 06/15/2009

The Wake County Board of Commissioners adopted the County Manager’s 2010 recommended budget with amendments during their regularly scheduled meeting today, June 15, 2009, in room 700 of the Wake County Courthouse, 335 S. Salisbury St., Raleigh .

NEWS: Wake Reopens Beaverdam Beach Swimming Area, 06/12/2009

Wake County has approved the reopening of the recreational swimming area at Beaverdam Beach at Falls Lake.

FEATURE: Wake to Provide Digital Conversion Application Assistance, 06/10/2009

Wake County will offer assistance to citizens who need to file an application to receive a $40 coupon that will offset costs associated with the upcoming Digital Television (DTV) conversion on Thursday, June 11, 2009, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.

NEWS: Wake Closes Beaverdam Beach Due to High Bacteria Levels, 06/09/2009

Wake County has closed the recreational swimming area at Beaverdam Beach on Falls Lake due to elevated levels of bacteria, based on Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards.

FEATURE: Career Summit to Offer Expert Advice, Training, 06/04/2009

Wake County residents interested in redeveloping their careers are invited to the 2009 Wake County Career Summit on Tuesday, June 9, 2009, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at Wake Technical Community College Student Services Conference Center.

NEWS: Wake Board Receives Stimulus Update, Approves Action on Two Projects, 06/01/2009

The Wake County Board of Commissioners provided feedback on three grants, accepted funds for community development, and approved an application for water/sewer funding as part of the American Recover and Reinvestment Act, at their regular meeting today, Monday, June 1, 2009. During stimulus update, the board provided feedback on the competitive Carolinas Blue Skies & Green Jobs Initiative grant that has been applied for, but not awarded. Commissioners also commented on information presented to them about funding levels for two ARRA grants that have been awarded directly to Wake County and are included in the County Manager’s proposed fiscal year 2010 budget: · Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne JAG) Direct Allocation · Energy Efficiency Conservation Block Grant (EECBG).

FEATURE: Fabulous Frogs, Walking for a Cause and Stawberries at Wake County Parks in June, 05/29/2009

Events at Wake County Parks in June.

FEATURE: Foreclosure Prevention, Summer Reading Contest, and Job and Career Assistance at Wake County Libraries in June , 05/29/2009

Events at Wake County Libraries in June.

FEATURE: Wake County to Host Senior Expo May 30, 05/28/2009

Wake County and the town of Holly Springs will host the first Senior Expo on Saturday, May 30, 2009, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Holly Springs Cultural Arts Center, 300 W. Ballentine St., Holly Springs.

NEWS: Public Hearings on Budget to be Held June 1, 05/27/2009

Wake County citizens are invited to provide feedback on the fiscal year 2010 recommended budget to the Board of Commissioners during two public hearings on Monday, June 1, 2009 .

NEWS: Be Prepared for Hurricane Season, 05/26/2009

Ten years after Hurricane Floyd hit Wake County, citizens are encouraged to prepare for hurricane season, which officially begins Monday, June 1, 2009.

NEWS: Wake Reopens Sandline Beach Swimming Area, 05/24/2009

Wake County has reopened the recreational swimming area at Sandline Beach at Falls Lake State Recreational Area. The beach was closed Friday, May 22, 2009, due to elevated levels of bacteria, but was reopened today, Sunday, May 24, 2009, after bacteria levels tested within Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards for two consecutive days.

FEATURE: Harris Lake County Park to Host 10th Anniversary Celebrates , 05/22/2009

Celebrate the 10th anniversary of the opening of Wake County’s Harris Lake County Park, 2112 County Park Drive, New Hill, on Saturday, May 30, 2009, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m .

NEWS: Wake Closes Lake Swimming Areas Due to High Bacteria Levels, 05/22/2009

Wake County has closed recreational swimming areas at Sandline Beach and Camp Kanata due to elevated levels of bacteria, based on Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards. The County routinely tests recreational lakes for bacteria, including Enterococci and E coli. When bacteria levels exceed EPA standards, the area is closed to "primary contact recreation," which is swimming or any activity where your head may go underwater. The County samples the lakes weekly each summer.

NEWS: Wake Health Officials Issue Rabies Notice for Apex Residents, 05/21/2009

Local health officials have issued a rabies notice for residents and visitors in the vicinity of the intersection of Twin Creek Road and Old Jenks Road in Apex, near the Charleston Village subdivision. A case of rabies was confirmed today, May 21, 2009, in a fox.

NEWS: Wake County Manager Presents 2010 Recommended Budget, 05/18/2009

Wake County Manager David Cooke presented the County’s 2010 recommended budget to the Board of Commissioners during their regularly scheduled meeting today, May 18, 2009, at 2 p.m., in room 700 of the Wake County Courthouse, 335 S. Salisbury St., Raleigh .

NEWS: Wake Hosts Public Hearings on 2010 Recommended Budget, 05/13/2009

Wake County will host a series of public hearings on Monday, June 1, 2009, to allow citizens to comment publicly on the fiscal year 2010 budget.

FEATURE: Cameron Village Library Hosts JobLink Workshop May 12-14, 05/11/2009

Capital Area JobLink and Cameron Village Public Library are conducting a free, three-day job-seekers workshop, beginning Tuesday, May 12, through Thursday, May 14, 2009, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., at Cameron Village Regional Library, 1930 Clark Ave., Raleigh.

FEATURE: Waterwheels, picnicking and cane pole fishing at Wake County Parks in May , 05/05/2009

Events at Wake County Parks in May.

FEATURE: Pet birthdays, family movies and crafty kids at Wake County Libraries in May , 05/05/2009

Events at Wake County Libraries in May.

NEWS: Wake Receives Funding for Homeless Prevention, Re-housing, 05/04/2009

The Wake County Board of Commissioner accepted $582,164 in Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Program (HPRP) grant funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

FEATURE: Historic Oak View Park to Host Event Focusing on Reliving Farm Traditions, 04/21/2009

Wake County will host Rural Reunion: A Farm Life Festival on Saturday, April 25, 2009, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Historic Oak View County Park, 4028 Carya Drive, Raleigh . This free event is part of the final weekend of the exhibit, Farm Life: A Century of Change for Farm Families and their Neighbors.

NEWS: Summer Jobs Available for Youth in Wake, Johnston Counties, 04/21/2009

The Capital Area Workforce Development Board (CAWDB) is currently accepting pre-applications for its seven-week Summer Youth Employment Program.

NEWS: Wake Launches Economy and Budget Web Site, 04/20/2009

Wake County citizens are invited to learn about the local economic climate, the County’s budget process and federal stimulus funding through a new Web site, WakeGOV.com/economy, launched today, Monday, April 20, 2009. The Web site is designed to encourage public discussion and involvement in the budget process in unique and innovative ways.

FEATURE: Wake County Hosts 'Rock 4 Pets' Event on April 19 ,

Wake County is hosting the first "Rock 4 Pets" music festival at the Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Parkway, Cary on Sunday, April 19, 2009, from noon to 5 p.m. The festival is a family-friendly event that will help raise awareness of the increasing pet overpopulation problem in the County, as well as promote animal adoptions and responsible pet ownership. This event is free and open to the public.

NEWS: $3.2 Million Grant Expected to Create 800 Jobs in Wake, Johnston Counties, 04/06/2009

The Capital Area Workforce Development Board, comprised of Wake and Johnston counties, announced today, Monday, April 6, 2009 , that it has been awarded $3,229,421 in Workforce Development funding from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009.

FEATURE: 10th Annual Frog Fest at Crowder District Park, 04/03/2099

Leap over to Wake County’s Crowder District Park, 4709 Ten-Ten Road, Apex, for the 10th Annual Frog Fest, Saturday, April 4, 2009, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

FEATURE: Hopping with Frogs, Protecting Our Waterways and Songbirds at Wake County Parks in April, 04/03/2009

Events at Wake County Parks in April.

NEWS: Wake Health Officials Issue Rabies Notice for Willow Springs Residents; Reminds Citizens of Vaccination Clinics, 04/01/2009

Local health officials have issued a rabies notice for residents and visitors in the vicinity of the intersection of NC Highway 42 and Rock Service Station Road in the Willow Springs area. A case of rabies was confirmed Wednesday, April 1, 2009, in a raccoon.

NEWS: Wake to Open New Human Services Location April 1, 03/30/2009

Wake County will open the new Millbrook Human Services Center, 2809 E. Millbrook Road, Raleigh, on Wednesday, April 1, 2009. The hours of operation will be Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.

NEWS: Wake Issues Rabies Notice For North Raleigh; Reminds Residents of Vaccination Clinics, 03/30/2009

Wake County has issued a rabies notice for residents and visitors in the vicinity of the intersection of Strickland and Ray Roads, in Raleigh. A case of rabies was confirmed Monday, March 30, 2009, in a raccoon.

FEATURE: Wake Conducts South Wake Landfill Tours on April 25, 03/27/2009

In recognition of Earth Day, Wake County citizens are invited to attend a free, 45-minute tour of the South Wake Solid Waste Management Facility, 6130 Old Smithfield Road, Apex, on Saturday, April 25, 2009

NEWS: Wake Sells $502 Million in General Obligation Bonds, 03/17/2009

Wake County issued $502 million in fixed-rate general obligation bonds Tuesday, March 17, 2009 — $435 million in Public Improvement bonds to Merrill Lynch & Co. at 3.81 percent, and $67 million in Refunding bonds to BB&T Capital Markets at 2.16 percent.

FEATURE: Space Available for 4-H Summer Sleep-Away Camp, 03/12/2009

Space is still available for Wake County’s annual 4-H Youth Development Sleep-Away Summer Camp at the Betsy-Jeff Penn Educational Center, 804 Cedar Lane, Reidsville, from Sunday, June 21, to Friday, June 26, 2009.

NEWS: Workforce Development Helps Laid-Off Workers, 03/09/2009

The Capital Area Workforce Development Local Team will conduct an information session for employees of Fowler Contracting TODAY, March 9, 2009, from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m., at the Wake County Commons Building, 4011 Carya Drive, Raleigh.

NEWS: Wake County Stand Down to be Held March 26, 03/09/2009

Homeless veterans in Wake County will have access to more than two dozen service providers on Thursday, March 26, 2009, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Cornerstone Homeless Services Building, 220 Snow Avenue, Raleigh. Services available during the 2009 Capital Area Homeless Veterans Stand Down include assistance with Veterans Affairs benefits, social services, health care, education, mental health, substance abuse, employment, housing, spiritual care and basic needs.

NEWS: Job Seekers Invited to 2009 JobLink Career Fair on March 11, 03/09/2009

Individuals seeking employment will have the opportunity to meet with potential employers at the 2009 Spring Capital Area Joblink Career Expo at the Mckimmon Conference and Training Center, 1101 Gorman St., Raleigh on Wednesday, March 11, 2009 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. This event is open to the public.

FEATURE: Jog for a Cause, Outfox Foxes and Grind Corn at Wake County Parks in March, 03/06/2009

Events at Wake County Parks in March.

NEWS: Wake to Offer Free Tax Relief Workshops, 03/06/2009

Wake County will host the first in a series of four free workshops to inform citizens of their eligibility and options for tax relief on Monday, March 9, 2009, from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m., in Room 100-C of the Wake County Commons Building, 4011 Carya Dr., Raleigh. Representatives from Wake County’s Revenue Department will lead the workshops.

FEATURE: Tax Preparation Assistance, Term Papers and Composting Fun at Wake County Parks in March, 03/04/2009

Events at Wake County Parks in March.

NEWS: Wake County Government Closings and Delays, 03/02/2009

The following Wake County offices/facilities will open on a delayed schedule TODAY, Monday, March 2, 2009 due to ice on the roadways. Citizens are advised to stay off the roads and call before visiting any County agency, even if they have an appointment scheduled.

NEWS: Wake County Government Early Closings, 03/02/2009

The following Wake County offices/facilities will close early TODAY, March 2, 2009 due to ice on the roadways. Citizens are advised to stay off the roads and call before visiting any County agency, even if they have an appointment scheduled.

FEATURE: Wake Health Officials Issued Rabies Notice for Apex Residents, 02/27/2009

Local health officials issued a rabies notice for residents and visitors in the vicinity of the intersection of U.S. 64 and Laura Duncan Road in Apex. A case of rabies was confirmed Friday, February 27, 2009, in a raccoon.

FEATURE: Making Magic Expo to be Held March 28, 02/23/2009

The Making Magic Family Expo, a day of family-focused activities and entertainment, will be held Saturday, March 28, 2009, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the Expo Center, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, N.C. State Fairgrounds, Raleigh.

FEATURE: Wake Area Business Advisory Council Hosts Sales Training Session Feb. 26, 02/20/2009

The Wake Area Business Advisory Council (BAC) met Thursday, February 26, 2009, from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m., at the Wake County Human Services Building, 220 Swinburne St., Room 2149, Raleigh. Local business professionals, human resources leaders and workforce development professionals were invited to attend BAC meetings.

FEATURE: Wake County Parks Participate in National Great Backyard Bird Count Event, 02/13/2009

Wake County residents were invited to take part in the 12th annual Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) Friday, February 13, through Monday, February 16, 2009. Several Wake County parks took part in the national event including Crowder District Park, Harris Lake County Park and Lake Crabtree County Park. Individual program listings are below.

FEATURE: Well-Known Storyteller to Perform at Wake County Pubilc Libraries in Celebration of Black History Month, 02/13/2009

Wake County Public Libraries will celebrate Black History Month Saturday, February 14, through Saturday, February 28, 2009, with professional storyteller Barbara Lott, who specializes in African-American and southern folklore.

NEWS: Wake to Open New Parking Deck February 16, 02/13/2009

Wake County will open the new Wake County Parking Deck, 216 West Cabarrus Street, Raleigh on Monday, February 16, 2009. The 991 space deck, on the corner of Davie, Cabarrus and McDowell Streets, replaces the Garland H. Jones Parking Deck on Salisbury Street. Signs will direct drivers to the new facility.

NEWS: Wake County Employees Return to Work After Office Building Evacuation, 02/09/2009

The Wake County Office Building, 336 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh , was evacuated at approximately 12:25 p.m. Monday, February 9, 2009 , as a result of several calls to the Raleigh Fire Department from citizens explaining that they saw black smoke suspended over the building.

NEWS: Tree-Ring Circus, Bird Counting and Open House Celebration at Wake County Parks in February, 02/04/2009

Events at Wake County parks in February.

NEWS: Wake County's Historic Oak View Park to Host Exhibit Exploring the Lives of Farm Families, 02/04/2009

Historic Oak View County Park, 4028 Carya Drive, Raleigh, will host the traveling exhibition, Farm Life: A Century of Change for Farm Families and their Neighbors, Saturday, February 7, through Sunday, April 26, 2009.

NEWS: Job Searching, Essay Contest, Classic Children's Films at Wake County Libraries in the Month of February, 01/28/2009

Activities at Wake County Public Libraries in the month of February.

NEWS: Fuquay-Varina Library Holds Naming Contest for New Mascot, 01/22/2009

The Fuquay-Varina Library, 133 S. Fuquay Ave., Fuquay-Varina, is now home to a rare Thrianta (Tree-an-ta) rabbit. In celebration of the newest addition, the library is having a naming contest through the end of January.

NEWS: Wake Hosts Fourth Annual Keeping the Farm Workshop, 01/22/2009

Wake County will host the fourth annual Keeping the Farm workshop on Wednesday, January 28, 2009, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Wake County Commons Building, 4011 Carya Drive, Raleigh.

NEWS: Telephone Book Recycling Program Expands, 01/22/2009

Wake County Environmental Services now offers year-round telephone book recycling. The program expansion will reduce costs and is expected to increase the number of telephone books recycled each year. Telephone book recycling is now available at 11 Wake County Convenience Centers and both Multi-Material Recycling facilities.

FEATURE: Wake County Government Delays and Closings for Wednesday, January 21, 2009, 01/21/2009

The following Wake County Divisions and Departments will open late or be closed TODAY, Wednesday, January 21, 2009 due to winter weather. Citizens are advised to stay off the roads and call before visiting any County facility, even if they have an appointment scheduled.For more information on County service, location and hours, visit www.wakegov.com/locations.html. To view Wake County’s winter weather guide, visit www.wakegov.com/readywake/winterweather.html.

FEATURE: Wake County Government Delays and Closings for Tuesday, January 20, 2009, 01/20/2009

The following Wake County Divisions and Departments will open late or be closed TODAY, Tuesday, January 20, 2009 due to winter weather. Citizens are advised to stay off the roads and call before visiting any County facility, even if they have an appointment scheduled.

FEATURE: Wake County Solid Waste Management to Close Early Tuesday, Open Late Wednesday, 01/20/2009

Wake County Solid Waste Management will close all locations at 1 p.m. TODAY, Tuesday, January 20, 2009, and open at 10 a.m. TOMORROW, Wednesday, January 21, 2009, due to winter weather. Citizens are advised to stay off the roads and call before visiting any County facility, even if they have an appointment scheduled.

NEWS: Wake EOC Activates at Level One in Preparation for Severe Winter Weather, 01/19/2009

The Wake County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) activated at 9:30 a.m. TODAY, Monday, January 19, 2009, in preparation for an anticipated winter storm. The EOC is monitoring the ongoing situation and is prepared to coordinate emergency response efforts if needed.

FEATURE: Board Chair Webb Among Honored Guests at Presidential Inauguration, 01/16/2009

Wake County Board of Commissioners Chair Harold H. Webb, an original member of the famed Tuskegee Airmen, attended the inauguration of President-elect Barack Obama on Tuesday, January 20, 2009, in Washington, D.C. Webb was invited by the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies.

NEWS: Wake Area Business Advisory Council Hosts Wake EITC Coalition, 01/16/2009

The Wake Area Business Advisory Council (BAC) will meet Thursday, January 22, 2009, from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m., at the Wake County Human Services Building, 220 Swinburne Street, Room 2149, Raleigh. Local business professionals, human resources leaders and workforce development professionals are invited to attend BAC meetings.

NEWS: Wake Encourages Television Recycling, 01/16/2009

One month before the Digital Television (DTV) conversion, Wake County Environmental Services encourages citizens to recycle unwanted television sets at either of its Multi-Material Recycling Facilities. The service is free to Wake County residents and is available six days a week from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. · North Wake Multi-Material Recycling Facility, 9029 Deponie Drive, North Raleigh · South Wake Multi-Material Recycling Facility, 6130 Old Smithfield Road, Apex

NEWS: Wake County to Honor Recruits of Inaugural Fire Academy, 01/16/2009

Wake County will hold its first Fire Academy Graduation Ceremony on Friday, January 16, 2009, at 7 p.m., at the Wake Technical Community College Student Services Conference Center, 9101 Fayetteville Road, Raleigh. Twelve recruits will receive their certifications after completing 19 weeks of training.

NEWS: Last Weekend to Recycle Holiday Waste With Wake's Holiday Wrap Up, 01/15/2009

Wake County’s annual Holiday Wrap Up Recycling Event will end on Monday, January 19, 2009. The program allows citizens to recycle a variety of celebration waste, including wrapping paper, trees, gift boxes and greeting cards.

NEWS: White Flag Program Offers Refuge From the Cold, 01/14/2009

With temperatures on a downward march, Wake County Human Services is reminding all of those living in the County that agencies providing shelter for homeless individuals will implement the "White Flag" system whenever the temperature is projected to be 32 degrees Fahrenheit or below any time between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m., or when there is heavy or steady precipitation and the temperature is projected to be 38 degrees Fahrenheit or below between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m.

NEWS: As Temperatures Drop, Wake Board Approves Funding for Heating Assistance, 01/13/2009

The Wake County Board of Commissioners approved $813,283 in additional funding to the Crisis Intervention Program, which provides emergency heating assistance to low-income households during its regular meeting on Monday, January 12, 2009

NEWS: Local Emergency Planning Committee Offers Free Training in Emergency Response, Safety and Environmental Issues, 01/12/2009

Business owners, educators and public safety professionals will have the opportunity to learn about important emergency response, safety and environmental issues that affect them at the Business, Environmental and Safety Training (BEST) Conference at the McKimmon Center, 1101 Gorman St., Raleigh on Wednesday, January 28, 2009, from 8:45 a.m. to 4 p.m.

NEWS: Wake Human Services Offers Free Flu Shots at Public Health Center Beginning Jan. 6; Pneumonia Shots Available for $60, 01/06/2009

Wake County is offering free flu shots; pneumonia vaccination for $60.

NEWS: Wrap Up the Holiday Season by Recycling Waste, 01/06/2009

From wrapping paper to Christmas trees, Wake County citizens can recycle a variety of celebration waste during the annual Holiday Wrap Up Recycling Event.

NEWS: Wake Launches Advanced Practice Paramedics, 01/05/2009

Late last fall the County’s EMS Department began training 17 experienced paramedics for APP. Participants received intense classroom and clinical training to prepare them to operate as single paramedics in cars equipped with EMS equipment. APP launched January 5, 2009.

NEWS: Wake to Host Kick Off to a Heart-Healthy 2009, 01/02/2009

Wake County Parks, Recreation and Open Space and Rex Healthcare are continuing their partnership toward heart-healthy activities with Kick Off to a Heart-Healthy 2009 on Saturday, January 10, 2009, 1 to 4 p.m., at the American Tobacco Trail, 1309 New Hill-Olive Chapel Road, Apex.

NEWS: Bird Count, Tuesday Teasers and Busy Beavers at Wake Parks in January, 01/02/2009

What's happening at Wake County Parks in January.