We hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving. There have been some updates to the SNAP program. We urge you to read what is below, but also to visit our website: DCONC.gov/DSS for all of the details. Thank you! #changestosnap #stayinformed

The December 2025 episode of the “In Touch with Durham County” show from the Durham County Public Information Office is here as we welcome Durham County Budget and Management Services Director Keith Lane and Economic Development Coordinator Sabria Futrell! Watch: youtu.be/oWSfkDh9I-4

Meet your new Chair and Vice Chair of the Durham Board of County Commissioners. Dr. Mike Lee (Chair) and Nida Allam (Vice Chair) swapped positions after a unanimous vote by the BOCC during Monday's Work Session.

We want to give a special thank you to the Southwest Elementary School chorus who kicked off the Monday Commissioners meeting and State of the County Address by welcoming everyone in song! We enjoyed seeing all of the happy faces as they wowed us with their singing! youtu.be/Vn1rfK9mDDY

We are so grateful to those who participated in the 3rd public workshop in support of the Durham BRT Vision on Nov. 18. Individuals from across #DCo came to voice their thoughts & ideas on where BRT should be prioritized. Info: durhambrtvision.com

The Board voted to adjourn the meeting at 8:37 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 County!

The last item on tonight’s agenda is Board and Commission appointments. Th Board made an appointment to the following board: Library Board of Trustees - Rama Darbha

The final ceremonial item of the night is a resolution recognizing the life and legacy of Private First-Class Booker T. Spicely. Read the resolution here: durhamcounty.legistar.com/gateway.aspx...

The next ceremonial item of the night is a resolution recognizing the 75th Anniversary of the Rougemont Ruritan Club. Read the resolution here: durhamcounty.legistar.com/gateway.aspx...

The next item on the agenda is tonight’s ceremonial items. First, the Board is introduced to Seth Komansky, Durham County’s new Chief Paramedic in the Office of Emergency Services. Seth joined the Office of Emergency Services on October 13.

Next, the Board has voted to approve the minutes from the November 10, 2025, Regular Session meeting.

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

The first item on tonight’s agenda is the 2025 State of the County Address. Chair Nida Allam and Commissioners will deliver the annual address. Watch the 2025 State of the County Address live here: www.bit.ly/BOCCdco or on our YouTube Channel (www.youtube.com/@DCoWebmaster).

Good evening, tonight’s Durham Board of County Commissioners’ Regular Session Meeting has begun. View the agenda and watch the meeting live here: bit.ly/BOCCdco

REMINDER: Most Durham County Government offices will be closed in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday on Thursday, November 27 and Friday, November 28. All offices will reopen with normal hours on Monday, December 1. Read more: dconc.gov/DurhamCo-New...

Inside this week's Durham This Week Online, Manager Hager invites everyone to attend the 2025 State of the County Address from the Board of County Commissioners on Monday, Nov. 24th! Read it here: mailchi.mp/dconc/here-i...

Here’s Fitness Friday w/ @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social - 30 Minute Step to the Beat. Have fun while getting your steps in! The DJ drops 15 different instrumental beats & introduces a new movement to keep things fresh and energizing. For all fitness levels. youtu.be/Vvo17Utx1Lw

Our Solid Waste Division will offer an opportunity for residents in unincorporated Durham County to safely drop off hazardous household products for disposal this Saturday, November 22, at the Northern Durham Convenience Site located at 11894 N. Roxboro Road. More info: dconc.gov/DurhamCo-New...

Reminder: Do not use any ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula. NC is one of 15 states so far affected by cases of infant botulism linked to this formula. If your baby has had this formula, monitor them for symptoms for several weeks. Learn more: Tinyurl.com/ByHeartRecall

It's #NationalAdoptionMonth❣️Congratulations to the Spruill Family🎉

One of the country’s fastest growing insurance companies, Aspida Financial Services and its affiliates selected Durham County to expand its global headquarters. Today it was announced that Aspida will hire 1,000 new employees & invest more than $28M. dconc.gov/DurhamCo-New...

The Durham Board of County Commissioners will hold a Regular Session on Monday, November 24 at 7 p.m. The meeting will be held inside Commissioners' Chambers, located at 200 E. Main Street, 2nd Floor of the Admin I Building.

Flu and COVID-19 vaccines take up to two weeks to reach their maximum effectiveness, so don’t wait to vaccinate! With the holidays just around the corner, get your vaccines as soon as possible to protect yourself and your family this holiday season.

Effective at 6:00 AM on Monday, November 17th, 2025, a burn ban is in effect for all areas of Durham County outside of the municipal city limits until further notice. Both recreational burning and burning of natural vegetation within 100 feet of a structure are prohibited. 1/2

Join the Men’s Health Council of Durham County Department of Public Health for its monthly walk at a local community park! Walking and fellowship help improve your health. Each walk features discussions and chats with local experts. Saturday, Nov. 15, 9 a.m. at Merrick-Moore Park, 632 N. Hoover Road

Today is World Diabetes Day. Nearly 40 million Americans live with diabetes. We offer programs to help prevent diabetes if you are at high risk or to help manage it if you are already living with this condition. Visit our website to learn more: DCoPublicHealth.org/Diabetes

For Fitness Friday with @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social we’ve got this 20-minute Afro Dance Fitness workout combines African dance moves, Afrobeats-inspired choreography, and full-body cardio to help you burn calories, boost energy, and have fun. Enjoy! youtu.be/gmAzwbi4gMI

Tomorrow we will be giving away food contributed by the Durham County staff. Starting at 1:30 pm at our Human Services Bldg, AND at First Calvary Baptist Church on Morehead Avenue. We're showing up for #Durham! #endfoodinsecurity #snapbenefits #durhamstrong💪 @durhamcounty.bsky.social

From DCo Fire Marshal Office: In accordance with the North Carolina Fire Code and other applicable standards. A blasting permit has been issued for 1211 Shiloh Glenn Drive. To find out more please visit >> webgis2.durhamnc.gov/portal/apps/...

Webinar Wellness Wednesday with @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social - Managing Emotional Wellness During the Holidays - tinyurl.com/yc6ttca8 The holidays can bring up feelings of stress and even sadness for many people. We will look at six tips to help manage your emotional wellness.

With freezing temperatures headed our way tonight, be sure to heat your home safely to avoid fires and carbon monoxide! Never use your stovetop or oven as a heat source. If using a space heater, keep it at least 3 feet from anything that can burn, and always plug it directly into the wall.

REMINDER: Most Durham County Government offices are closed in observance of Veterans Day (Tuesday, November 11th). We will reopen with normal hours of operation on Wednesday, November 12. Read about impacts to certain services here: dconc.gov/DurhamCo-New...

Join the @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social for the next session of “What’s the 411” on Wednesday, Dec. 17, from 12-1 pm. Dr. Samantha Minc, Duke Health, will share insights on preventing amputations for individuals living with diabetes or vascular disease. Space limited! Register: bit.ly/DCo411SaveSole

TONIGHT: Board of County Commissioners hold a Regular Session at 7 p.m. inside of Commissioners' Chambers on the 2nd Floor of Admin I Building, located at 200 E. Main St. Residents invited to attend in person, via Zoom, or watch live video. Zoom 🔗 bit.ly/DCoBOCC111025 Agenda & video 🔗 bit.ly/BOCCdco

Long COVID includes a wide range of symptoms and can affect anyone, no matter your age or other health conditions. Learn more, and prevent #LongCOVID by preventing COVID-19!

We've got the latest edition of Durham This Week Online! Inside, Manager Hager writes about ARPA funding for the Build Babies Durham project, which provides stipend payments for high-quality childcare and early childhood development services to Durham families.

DCo Veteran Services invites the community to join in honoring service members and their families at its 14th Annual Veterans Day Recognition and Celebration Program, scheduled for 11 a.m. on Monday, November 10. More information on the event here: dconc.gov/DurhamCo-New...

Our Welcome Baby program is hosting its 13th annual coat drive. Last year’s event collected & distributed a record-breaking 1,427 coats, that benefited Durham County youth. We need you to donate gently used & new coats, hats, & scarves in sizes newborn to 8 years so we can top that number.

Join the Holt Brothers Construction and Durham County Government team for an outreach and information session for the Project BUILD renovation at the Shoppes of Hope Valley (3825 S. Roxboro Street, Suite 122) on Thursday, November 20 at 3:30 p.m.

It’s time for Fitness Friday with @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social - 30 Minute Total Body Workout - Get your cardio, strengthen arms, legs and core and dance with me! Exercise is a powerful immunity booster and you owe it to yourself to take care of you. Join anytime at: tinyurl.com/3df3w7nc

It’s becoming more important than ever to understand the difference between correlation (two things appearing related & happening together) & causation (one thing causing the other). Learn more about how to recognize the difference, & always talk to your doctor for help with medical decisions. (1/2)

Important message from @dcodss.bsky.social regarding EBT ⤵️

Ready, Set, Baby, is a free 2-hour prenatal education class designed to help you get ready for your baby! Get information on breastfeeding, postpartum care, and what to expect in those early weeks! Register: English: form.jotform.com/243504390062... Spanish: www.jotform.com/243504390062...

We are so grateful to those who participated in the first public workshop in support of the Durham BRT Vision plan on Oct. 30. Individuals from across Durham County came to voice their thoughts & ideas on where BRT should be prioritized.

The Durham Board of County Commissioners will hold a Regular Session at 7 p.m. on Monday, November 10th inside Commissioners Chambers, located on the 2nd Floor of the Admin I Building, 200 E. Main Street.

Webinar Wellness Wednesday w/ @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social - What Happens Now? Managing & Supporting Co-Workers With ADHD at 3:30 pm. Whether you suspect or know someone you work with has ADHD, it is important to know how to support them. Register - tinyurl.com/57bntxc5

Before 5 p.m. today, nearly 20,000 voters cast their ballots in Durham. Polls are open until 7:30 p.m. on Election Day. Voters are reminded to go to your assigned precinct's polling place. Need to know what polling place you're assigned to? Use the State's Voter Lookup Tool vt.ncsbe.gov/RegLkup/

Like some other vaccines, COVID-19 vaccine protection fades over time, especially as the virus changes. Staying up to date on COVID-19 vaccines and other vaccines as recommended by your doctor helps make sure you are as protected as possible. Call us at 919-560-7608 to schedule your appointment.

Good morning, Durham! Today is Election Day for the 2025 Municipal General Election. Polls are open NOW until 7:30 p.m. All voters in line by 7:30 p.m. will be permitted to vote. For more information, check out the Durham County Board of Elections website at www.dcovotes.dconc.gov.

The FDA has provided an update on the ongoing Listeria outbreak in prepared pasta salads, with additional cases and deaths reported. NC is one of 18 states affected. Do not eat or serve certain pasta salads or meals containing pre-cooked pasta. Learn more: www.fda.gov/food/outbrea...