Happy Friday, Durham County! This week’s Fitness Friday pick from @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social is a fun throwback—get moving with Billy Blanks in a classic Tae Bo boxing + cardio workout. Join anytime: www.youtube.com/watch?v=oaS1...

Join the Durham Soil & Water Conservation District for the Durham–Orange County Pond Clinic on May 16! Learn about pond construction, management, weed control & more. Kids 5–17 can join the Catch & Release Fishing Tournament—prizes awarded! Register: dconc2.jotform.com/260683020996...

Durham Board of Elections staff will be at North Regional Library this Saturday, 12–3 p.m., offering free voter IDs, registration help, and answering questions. Make your plan to vote in the Statewide General Election on Tuesday, November 3.

The Durham Board of County Commissioners meets tonight at 7 p.m. Watch live on our website, YouTube, DTN, or on-demand via the BoxCast app. More information on virtual viewing options and the agenda here: dconc.gov/DurhamCo-New...

The March 2026 'In Touch with Durham County' episode is live! This month, we’re talking about two topics and available resources that directly impact the community: mental health and the environment. 🎥 Watch the full episode here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJa9...

Thursday! Join us for a webinar to learn what you should know about measles in 2026 & get answers to your questions, featuring @dukehealth.bsky.social Infectious Disease Specialist Dr. Cam Wolfe. Submit questions: tinyurl.com/MeaslesQuestions312, & register: tinyurl.com/MeaslesWebinar312

Don’t forget! Daylight Saving Time begins this Sunday, March 8 at 2:00 a.m. ⏰ When you move your clocks forward one hour, take a moment to replace the batteries in smoke alarms that use replaceable batteries and test each alarm to make sure it’s working properly.

Join @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social's Men’s Health Council this Saturday, March 7, for Promoting Longevity: What We’ve Seen Work Around the World with keynote speaker Dr. LeRon Jackson! ⏰1:00 – 2:30 p.m. 📍South Regional Library Questions? Contact Joyce Page at 919‑560‑7109 or [email protected].

Wellness Webinar Wednesday is here! Join @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social today at 2 p.m. for “Buckle Up Buttercup: It’s Allergy Season!” Learn how to prep for and manage seasonal allergies so you can feel your best. Register here: attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/477...

It’s Election Day for the 2026 Statewide Primary and Election, and the polls are now OPEN! 🗳️ Don't know the polling place for your precinct? Check out the North Carolina State Board of Elections polling place look-up tool ➡️ vt.ncsbe.gov/RegLkup/

Tomorrow, Tuesday March 3 is Election Day for the 2026 Statewide Primary and Election. Polling locations will be open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Voters in line by 7:30 p.m. will be permitted to vote. For more information to know before you vote visit: www.dcovotes.dconc.gov/Home/Compone...

There’s still time to vote early in the 2026 Primary and Election! Early voting runs through tomorrow, Saturday, February 28. Early voting details: www.dcovotes.dconc.gov/voters/votin...

Good morning! Let's start this morning with some movement for our health! It's Fitness Friday with @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social. Get ready for a serious cardio, dance workout powered by plyometrics that's sure to get you sweating. Join in anytime here: tinyurl.com/t7jb3pd4

We want to hear from you! Tell us your top community priorities for the FY 2026–27 budget by taking the annual resident budget survey. Share your input by May 26! Scan the QR code or follow this link, www.surveymonkey.com/r/XB8J5WH, to fill out the survey.

It's Webinar Wellness Wednesday! Join @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social for an interactive webinar at 10 a.m. Discover why self-care is essential for your physical and mental health. You’ll leave with a personalized self-care toolkit to boost your well-being. Register: tinyurl.com/3fmavcs4

Creek Week is March 14–21! This annual event invites everyone to learn about, explore, and help protect our local waterways. DCo Stormwater is hosting several activities, including the Connected Currents Panel, the Creek Critter Crawl, and more. More info: www.keepdurhambeautiful.org/creek-week-e...

Happy Fitness Friday with @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social! This Zumba Gold workout is suitable for active older adults or beginners who are looking for a safe, fun, lower intensity, and easy-to-follow dance fitness workout. Hope you enjoy this workout! Join in here: www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

Good morning! It's Webinar Wellness Wednesday with @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social. In today's webinar at 1:00 p.m., uncover the key differences between unhealthy and healthy relationships. Register here ➡️ register.gotowebinar.com/register/156...

Durham County Soil and Water Conservation District wants to celebrate an outstanding conservation educator! Nominate a teacher for the Conservation Education Teacher of the Year Award. Learn more & submit your nomination➡️ dconc.gov/Soil-and-Wat...

Planning to early vote? Let your student have the chance to practice civic engagement too! Kids Voting Durham is hosting School Board elections for youth under 18 from Feb 12–Mar 3 at all Durham County Library locations. Learn more: www.kidsvotingdurham.org/events

Good morning, happy Fitness Friday! Today, our health educators at @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social have selected a 30-minute arms and abs workout. This workout targets your arms, shoulders, and core with an added emphasis on muscles that improve your posture. Join in anytime here: youtu.be/3UnFRTCFV8o

Early Voting for the 2026 Statewide Primary and Election starts today, Thursday, February 12, and continues through Saturday, February 28. To find an Early Voting site and check wait times ➡️ bit.ly/4npX0Lo To find more information on Early Voting➡️ www.dcovotes.dconc.gov/voters/votin...

An individual with measles visited 3 Durham locations on February 6. Learn more here: dconc.gov/DurhamCo-New.... If you were in one of these locations during the affected time frames, get vaccinated if you are unvaccinated, monitor your symptoms for 21 days, & call your doctor symptoms develop.

On Saturday, February 21, residents in the unincorporated parts of Durham County are invited to an Electronics Recycling Drop Off event. The event will run from 8 a.m. until noon at the Northern Durham Convenience Site located at 11894 N. Roxboro Road. Mor info: dconc.gov/DurhamCo-New...

The BOCC met yesterday, in Regular Session. Want to know what happened? We’ve got you covered! Regular Session Highlights are posted on our website the day after each meeting, giving you a quick snapshot of key actions and discussions. Check out the latest highlights here: dconc.gov/DurhamCo-New...

The Board voted to adjourn the meeting at 7:39 p.m. This concludes tonight’s BOCC Regular Session. Check for highlights from tonight’s meeting on our website at www.dconc.gov soon. You can also watch tonight’s meeting on-demand at www.youtube.com/dcowebmaster. Good night, Durham!

Next, we move on to approval of the consent agenda. There are 19 items on tonight’s consent agenda. View the full agenda here: durhamcounty.legistar1.com/durhamcounty... The Board has voted unanimously to approve the consent agenda.

For the last ceremonial item, the Board is introduced to introduced to Durham County Library’s new director, Dana Conners, who assumed her duties on January 5, 2026. Dana brings more than 30 years of experience in public libraries across North Carolina and Texas.

Up next, is tonight’s ceremonial item. First, the Board has issued a resolution honoring the life and legacy of Judge Willis P. Whichard. Read the resolution here: durhamcounty.legistar.com/gateway.aspx....

Next, Clerk to the Board Monica Wallace will read the BOCC announcements. View the BOCC announcements on tonight’s agenda or hear live or on-demand at bit.ly/BOCCdco.

Welcome to tonight’s Durham Board of County Commissioners’ Regular Session Meeting! Chair Dr. Mike Lee has called the meeting to order. View the agenda and watch the meeting live here: bit.ly/BOCCdco

The Durham Board of County Commissioners will hold a Regular Session tonight, Monday, February 9, at 7 p.m. in the Commissioners’ Chambers (2nd floor, Administration I Building). Get details: download the agenda, viewing options, and participation info here: dconc.gov/DurhamCo-New...

Happy Fitness Friday with @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social! This week's workout is a Pilates workout led by one of our health educators, Benita. This workout is for all levels! The perfect introduction to this mind-body exercise. Join in anytime here: youtu.be/LgXV8LzcEOQ

Early voting for the 2026 Statewide Primary and Election in Durham County starts on Thursday, February 12, and ends Saturday, February 28. Make sure you’re ready—view your sample ballot, check your voter registration, and find your nearest voting site at www.dcovotes.com.

Bragtown Branch Library will be closed today, February 4, due to HVAC issues. We apologize for any inconvenience. Check out our other locations! durhamcountylibrary.org/hours-and-lo...

It is Webinar Wellness Wednesday with @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social! Today's webinar is 'HIIT vs LISS: Which Workout is Right for You' from 3:30-4:00 p.m. In this webinar, get the breakdown on how each training style impacts metabolism, endurance, strength, and more. Register at: tinyurl.com/24tdd2zs.

The 2026–2027 Durham PreK application opens March 2. All children in Durham County who will be 4 years old by August 31, 2026 are eligible to apply. Join a virtual information session with Durham PreK on February 21 to learn more. Click link to register: www.durhamprek.org/events/famil...

Due to the potential for hazardous travel conditions from Winter Storm Gianna, Durham County Government will delay opening non-essential offices on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026. All County offices will open at 10:30 a.m. For details on how this impacts specific services, visit: dconc.gov/DurhamCo-New...

Due to the continuing winter weather conditions affecting our area, all Durham County Government non-essential offices will remain closed on Monday, February 2. For details on how this impacts specific services, visit our 'Inclement Weather' page on our website: dconc.gov/Publi.../Sta....

Due to inclement winter weather, all @durhamcountylib.bsky.social locations will be closed tomorrow, Sunday, February 1.

In anticipation of winter weather, all Durham County Library locations will close at noon today, Saturday, January 31, 2026. @durhamcountylib.bsky.social

❄️ Check out our expanded operations for shelter this coming weekend. If you want to pitch in and help your neighbors, our HEART Team is seeking volunteers to help provide/serve meals, and support warming center and winter shelter operations. Get involved ➡️ https://linktr.ee/durhamcommunitysafety

Dangerously low temperatures are ahead, so it’s important to take steps to keep yourself and others safe. Stay indoors as much as possible, but when you have to go out, dress in layers, and know how to spot & treat frostbite and hypothermia. Learn more: www.redcross.org/get-help/how...

Good morning, Durham! It's Fitness Friday with @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social! This week's workout is a full-body barre workout. Barre classes focus on the lower body and core, developing strength and flexibility. Join in anytime: www.youtube.com/watch?v=FRR_...

February is American Heart Month, and DCo Public Health is bringing awareness to the importance of heart health and lifesaving skills! Join staff for a pop-up Hands Only CPR Training. This event is FREE; no registration is needed.

In anticipation of winter weather conditions impacting Central North Carolina, the Electronics Recycling Drop Off event scheduled for Saturday, January 31,has been rescheduled to Saturday, February 21. For more information visit our website: dconc.gov/DurhamCo-New...

On February 12, Join Durham County Soil and Water Conservation District for breakfast and a conversation with Matt Bertone, Director of North Carolina State University’s Plant Disease and Insect Clinic. Register: dconc2.jotform.com/253446100939861

Help shape the future of biking, walking, and rolling in Durham! The Durham Bike+Walk Draft Plan is now open for public comment. Visit the plan website to learn more and share your thoughts! engagedurham.com/221/Durham-B...

Due to the potential for refreezing overnight and early tomorrow morning, Durham County Government will delay opening on Wednesday, January 28. All County offices will open at 10:30 a.m. and resume normal business operations at that time. More information here: dconc.gov/DurhamCo-New...

Due to the potential for hazardous travel conditions following winter weather in the area, Durham County Government will delay opening on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. All County offices will open at 12:30 p.m.