Wake County Government said it received public feedback and will share how that input helped shape the schematic design of the future HaleysBranchTrails at Lake Crabtree County Park.

Wake County Parks is holding a second community meeting for the project.

Date: Thursday, July 9

Time: 4-7 p.m. (drop in anytime)

Location: Downtown Cary Park, Academy Pavilion Event Space

The post listed participation from the Town of Cary and the Town of Morrisville.

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Wake County to Start Free SUN Meals in Zebulon

Wake County Government said it will kick off SUN Meals in the Town of Zebulon on Monday at noon. Families can get free meals for children and teens under 18 and join activities including face painting and games.

Wake County marks 30 years at Southern Regional Center

Wake County Government said its Southern Regional Center has served the community for 30 years, starting in 1996. The agency connected the milestone to the Macarena era and said its public service announcement includes choreography.

Eva Perry Regional Library to Close for Afternoon

Wake County Government says the Eva Perry Regional Library is closing for the afternoon. The post asks visitors to return soon.

Wake Early College celebrates Class of 2026

Wake County Public Schools congratulated the Class of 2026 at Wake Early College of Information and Biotechnologies. The graduates are the first class to complete all four years at WECIB since it opened in 2022.

Wake County urges pet microchipping during Pet Preparedness Month

Wake County Government promoted Pet Preparedness Month tips, including looking into microchipping for pets. It also encouraged residents to research where pets can go in an evacuation.

Wake County Schools Holds Kindergarten Kick-Off Registration

Wake County Public Schools is hosting a free Kick-Off to Kindergarten event at Marbles Kids Museum. Registration is required, with different registration times for year-round and traditional calendar families.

Patterson and Lupica to Appear at Wake Libraries

Wake County Public Libraries will host a special event featuring authors James Patterson and Mike Lupica. The event is scheduled for Monday, July 13, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at NC State’s Hunt Library.

Principal Ari Cohen Shaves Beard After Test Gains

Leesville Road Elementary School met end-of-year assessment benchmarks, and Principal Ari Cohen shaved his beard in front of students and staff. K-2 students posted a 92.6% mClass proficiency rate and grades 3-5 earned an 85.6% composite proficiency rate on end-of-grade tests.

Wake County Animal Center launches Team Dog vs Cat

The Wake County Animal Center will hold an Adoption Cup campaign from June 11 to July 19. Team Dog and Team Cat will compete based on which group can secure the most adoptions.