All Durham County Government non-essential operations and offices will be closed on Monday, January 26. The Board of County Commissioners’ meeting scheduled for Monday, January 26, will be cancelled. More information on specific impacts to services due to the closure here: dconc.gov/DurhamCo-New...

Expanded winter shelter operations are in effect in response to the incoming storm, including additional shelter capacity and 24/7 access with meals provided for those who enter shelter during the severe weather period. Call Entry Point at 984-287-8313 or check for updates ➡️ durhamnc.gov/4888

In anticipation of this weekend's winter storm, we have partnered with the City of Durham to open a mass care emergency shelter at Northern High School on Saturday, January 24. More information below: ⬇

This morning, the City of Durham and Durham County governments held a winter weather briefing. Elected officials and staff shared how Durham’s local governments are preparing for the expected winter storm and what residents should be doing to prepare. View here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=JWj8...

Good morning! It's Fitness Friday with Durham County Department of Public Health! This week's workout is a 20-minute dance workout to a trending music mix. It's a fun, high-intensity dance cardio set to some of today’s hottest songs. Let's go! Join in anytime here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=t3SC...

With the potential of a winter storm moving through our area late Friday into the weekend, stay informed and prepared. Sign up for Alert Durham to get emergency and weather updates from Durham City-County Emergency Management. Register now at alertdurham.com.

The Durham County Board of Elections has approved polling place changes for Precincts 28 and 52, effective for the 2026 Statewide Primary and Election. For more information ➡️ www.dcovotes.dconc.gov/voters/votin...

It's Webinar Wednesday with @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social! Today's webinar, Sensory Storms and Hormonal Hurricanes - Autism and Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS), starts at 10 a.m. This webinar is here to provide understanding, comfort and practical tools. Register here: tinyurl.com/5c3d9ufm.

Yesterday, the Durham Board of County Commissioners held their first Regular Session of 2026. Want to know what was discussed? Here’s how you can catch up: 🟢Read the highlights here: dconc.gov/DurhamCo-New... 🔵Watch on demand here: www.youtube.com/DCoWebmaster 🟢View the agenda here: bit.ly/BOCCdco

Bring a hands-on civic engagement experience to your school, classroom, or youth group. Let your students voice their own vote in the Kids Voting Durham School Board Elections! Kids Voting provides everything you need to run your election at no cost. More information: kidsvotingdurham.org/schools.

The Durham BOCC will hold its first Regular Session of 2026 today at 7:00 p.m. on the second floor of the Administration I Building, located at 200 E. Main St. For the agenda and virtual viewing options, visit: dconc.gov/DurhamCo-New....

Happy Friday, #DCo! It's time for the latest Durham This Week Online newsletter! Inside, Manager Hager writes about Discover Durham's "Love Durham" small business campaign and how you can have fun supporting local businesses! Read it here: mailchi.mp/dconc/here-i...

It's time for Fitness Friday with @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social – 30-Minute New Year’s Workout: Full body • No jumping • All standing • Light weights. Start the New Year strong & at your own pace. Modifications included for anyone just easing in. Show up & move! Join in anytime: youtu.be/XV_SF4BfMkU

Want to hear the latest on the Southeast Durham Watershed Improvement Plan? Join us for an information session to learn what we found during recent stream walks and site visits. 🗓️ When: January 20 at 6 p.m. 📍Where: East Regional Library (211 Lick Creek Ln) 💻 Join Virtually: bit.ly/watershed-info

You may have heard about changes in the childhood immunization schedule (vaccination schedule), but this doesn't mean vaccines are less safe or less important. Getting your child vaccinated, on time, is the safest & most effective way to protect them from the consequences of preventable illnesses.

Webinar Wellness Wednesday w/ @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social - Recomposition vs Weight Loss - 11:00am-11:45am Register- tinyurl.com/redn7p57 If you're interested in becoming leaner, stronger & having more energy, body recomposition might be a good option to try! Join us to learn more.

Radon, the second leading cause of lung cancer, is odorless & colorless, so testing is the only way to find out if your home has it. Free radon test kits are available for NC residents this month in honor of Radon Action Month, while supplies last. Order your test kit: www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/he...

🎉 Happy New Year, #DCo! 🎉 As we say goodbye to 2025 & welcome 2026, let’s remember: we’re all in this together! Here’s to making the next 365 days the best yet - full of progress, connection & community. "Without people, you’re nothing." - Joe Strummer Thank you for being the heart of #DCo.

Antibiotics do not treat viruses, like the flu and the common cold. To keep antibiotics effective for everyone: ❌ Do not use antibiotics for colds, flu, or sore throats. ❌ Do not share your antibiotics with others. ❌ Do not save leftover antibiotics for use later. Learn more 👉 bit.ly/4otAEcV

REMINDER: Most Durham County Government offices will be closed in observance of the New Year's Day holiday on Thursday, January 1, 2026. All offices will resume normal business hours on Friday, January 2. To read about specific impacts to services, read here: dconc.gov/DurhamCo-New...

The man...The myth...The legend...NIC CAGE! Each month discuss a different film from Nic Cage’s long & productive film career. Enjoy a special screening of the film Vampire’s Kiss & then join the discussion group! Monday, Jan. 5 at Main Library Register: durhamcountylibrary.libcal.com/event/15303956

The Durham Board of County Commissioners will hold its first Work Session of 2026 at 9 a.m. on Monday, January 5. Meetings are held inside Commissioners' Chambers on the 2nd Floor of the Admin I Building, 200 E. Main Street in downtown. Residents are invited to attend in person or via Zoom.

Our Durham County Transportation Staff wants your feedback! The Public Comment Period for Q3 Amendments to the FY26 Durham Transit Work Program is open until Tuesday, Jan. 6. For additional information on the proposed amendments - bit.ly/DCoQ3Transit26 Submit comments to [email protected].

As measles outbreaks spread, find general information about measles, photos of rashes, comparison to chickenpox, & more in a printable resource on our site. Help share accurate information to keep our community safe. In English: tinyurl.com/measles2025 In Spanish: tinyurl.com/sarampion2025

Good morning, it’s time for Fitness Friday with @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social - A VERY RE-MIXED CHRISTMAS WORKOUT. Enjoy this total body HIIT workout to remixes of your Holiday favorites. The funky moves will definitely usher in the holiday spirit! youtu.be/TgYwV9kRCXc

Overdose deaths are higher over the holiday season. Being prepared with naloxone can help save lives. Visit us to pick up free naloxone Mondays-Fridays to have it on hand in case of an emergency. Learn more: dconc.gov/Public-Healt...

Our Durham County Transportation Staff wants your feedback! The Public Comment Period for Q3 Amendments to the FY26 Durham Transit Work Program is open until Tuesday, January 6th. Info: bit.ly/DCoQ3Transit26 Submit comments: [email protected]

Today, NCDHHS announced this season’s first flu death in a child in NC. The flu can be dangerous for people of all ages. Everyone age 6 months or older should be vaccinated to prevent serious illness from the flu. Call us at 919-560-7608 to schedule your appointment, or visit VaccineFinder.org.

Webinar Wellness Wednesday with @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social - The holidays aren’t always easy. Join Wellness Wednesday: The Power of Connection 1:00–1:30pm, to explore how reaching out and supporting others can reduce stress and loneliness. tinyurl.com/4c85bnk

Dangerously low temperatures are expected beginning today. Stay indoors as much as possible, but when you have to go out, dress in loose-fitting layers, and know how to avoid, spot, & treat frostbite and hypothermia. Learn more: www.redcross.org/get-help/how...

Bragtown Branch Library will be closed today, December 15, due to HVAC issues. Check out our other @durhamcountylib.bsky.social locations: durhamcountylibrary.org/hours-and-lo...

Thank you Durham for an amazing morning at the Durham Holiday Parade in downtown. So wonderful seeing everyone’s smiling faces! Your #DCo Board of Commissioners ❤️’s y’all‼️ #community

It’s Fitness Friday with @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social - This workout combines the driving bhangra Punjab beat with a cardio burn. Don't let the slow start fool you. Enjoy your trip to India! tinyurl.com/928htk2p

Novartis Gene Therapies broke ground Thursday on an expansion of operations in the Triangle that is expected to bring 700 jobs by 2030. Governor Josh Stein joined officials from Durham and Wake counties at the event on T. W. Alexander Drive.

Miss the Monday, December 8th Regular Session of the Durham Board of County Commissioners? Not to worry, we have plenty of ways for you to catch up with the BOCC! Check them out here: Watch video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=v4mp... Read English highlights: dconc.gov/DurhamCo-New...

New Video! @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social Director Rod Jenkins is back with a message for all residents about the holiday season & respiratory viruses. He gives information on vaccines & precautions we can all take to stay healthy & safe. Watch: youtu.be/97nhuMsHz20 More info: www.DCoPublicHealth.org

COVID-19, flu, & RSV vaccines take about 2 weeks to become fully effective. With the holidays around the corner, get up to date on your vaccines as soon as possible to be best protected in time for your holiday gatherings! Call us to schedule: 919-560-7608. Find other locations: VaccineFinder.org.

Open Enrollment for COHORT 14 of the BULLS ACADEMY is OPEN! But you must first attend one of Made In Durham's Information Sessions in order to gain access to a Cohort 14 application. The first cohort 14 info session is today at 12 p.m.! Other 2 are: Jan 14 & Feb 4. Join: bit.ly/BULLS-C14-Info

Webinar Wellness Wednesday w/ @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social - Today we have two great webinars for the holidays. Link into register for both! tinyurl.com/yc25nx7v Staying Active During the Holidays - 10:00am-10:45am Monitoring Your Holiday Spirits 2.0 - 11:30am-12:00pm

Good news LIEAP is back🥳 #Durham residents 60+ and those in other categories can apply on December 10th for the one-time energy assistance. See below for more details⬇️

On December 2nd, employees from Eli Lilly participated in a Career Panel at Hillside High School sharing about the company’s work right here in Durham County. Through the panel and Q&A, employees relayed how they got into the field and what they do at their jobs with the 50~ students in attendance.

All DCo Solid Waste Convenience Sites will be closed to the public on Friday, December 12, for a staff training day. The convenience site locations include: Parkwood – 5928 Highway 55 Northern – 11894 N. Roxboro Road Redwood – 100 Electra Road More information here: dconc.gov/DurhamCo-New...

Due to an HVAC issue at Bragtown Branch Library, the location will be closed today, December 9. Please visit any of our other @durhamcountylib.bsky.social locations. durhamcountylibrary.org/hours-and-lo...

The Board has returned from Closed Session. No action was taken and the BOCC followed by voting to adjourn for the evening. Thank you for following along with these updates & being an engaged and informed resident of Durham County! Please be safe tonight w/the inclement weather impacting roads!

The BOCC has voted to move into a Closed Session to discuss matters relating to the location or expansion of industries or other businesses in the area served by the public body, including agreement on a tentative list of economic development incentives ...

We've now moved to the two Consent Agenda items that were pulled for public comment: Item 25-0601 - Budget Ordinance Amendment No. BCC038 to recognize $21,347 in community donations from Carolina Arbors Community to the Durham County Sheriff's Office.

The Board has voted on appointments to the Durham Open Space & Trails Commission-Deborah Luecken (Mangum Township) and Stephen Artabane, Goeffrey Phillippe & Steve Cohn (At-Large) Farmland Protection Advisory Board-Talmage Layton Find out more at bit.ly/DCoBoardsComms

Our last public hearing tonight is to consider a performance-based award for projects Arrowwood & Red Cedar with Novartis Gene Therapies, Inc. The award is a not-to-exceed amount of $5,500,000 and approval authorizes the County Manager to negotiate and execute a performance agreement for the award.

Our next public hearing sees the Board considering a performance-based award for Project Speedy with Aspida Financial Services, LLC, in a not-to-exceed amount of $750,000 and to authorize the County Manager to negotiate and execute a performance agreement for the award.

Next on the agenda are three public hearings. The first of which is a public hearing and award of ambulance franchise to multiple entities to provide non-emergency ambulance services in Durham County.