Our Durham County Transportation team wants to hear from you! The Public Comment Period for the Q2 Amendments to the FY27 Durham Transit Work Program runs through today, October 8. Learn more at bit.ly/DCoQ1Transit27. To share your feedback, email us at Transportation@dconc.gov.

Start the holiday season early with Welcome Baby’s Fall Pop Up Shop! Volunteer to help families shop for Halloween, holiday, and winter items. Shifts are 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Sign up: www.handsontriangle.org/need/detail/.... Questions? Call (919) 560‑7319.

Good morning, Durham! It’s Fitness Friday with @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social! This week’s workout boosts endurance and elevates cardiovascular performance. Enjoy this fun 20‑minute high‑intensity session with strength, cardio, and plyometric moves—modifications included. Join anytime: youtu.be/M0uO8X

Our Transportation Team wants to hear from you! The Public Comment Period for the Q2 Amendments to the FY27 Durham Transit Work Program is open now until October 8. Learn more about the proposed amendments here: dconc.gov/Transportati... Share your feedback by emailing Transportation@dconc.gov.

We’re now accepting applications for Durham County’s Food Security Grant Program. A total of $250,000 is available to support local projects that strengthen food security for Durham residents. Grant awards range from $20,000–$50,000. More information: durham.ces.ncsu.edu/durham-count...

Good morning! It’s Fitness Friday with @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social! Our health educators picked a 30-minute cardio workout to boost your mood. Move to the beat, and have fun. Take some “me time” and get your sweat on! Join anytime: youtu.be/0X6qRWrnIEE

Federal laws are changing some NC Medicaid rules. New requirements start Oct 1, 2026 and Jan 1, 2027. Durham DSS can help: call 919‑560‑8000 or visit 414 E. Main St. Wait time is about 10 minutes. If you plan to visit, make sure you know which lobby to go to for Medicaid questions ⬇️

Our Durham County Transportation Staff wants your feedback! The Public Comment Period for Q2 Amendments to the FY27 Durham Transit Work Program is open now until October 8. To learn more about the proposed amendments, visit the Transportation website: dconc.gov/Transportati...

The Durham Board of County Commissioners met in Regular Session on Monday. If you missed the session or want a quick recap, you can review the BOCC Regular Session Highlights here: dconc.gov/DurhamCo-New... Want to watch the meeting? Watch the meeting on demand here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=ffLe...

It’s Wellness Webinar Wednesday! Join Durham County Public Health at 1 p.m. for “Let’s Talk About Suicide: Recognizing the Signs, Starting the Conversation & Saving Lives.” September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Learn warning signs and how to help. Register free: tinyurl.com/bdda8axm

Join us for today’s Durham Board of County Commissioners Regular Session. Want to watch from home? Here’s how: 🟢 Durham County Government website: bit.ly/BOCCdco 🟢 Durham County Government YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/DCoWebmaster

Today, we pause to reflect, honor, and remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001.

With heat indexes climbing into the triple digits, staying safe and cool is essential. If you or someone you know needs relief from the heat, several Durham County Library locations will operate as cooling centers during normal business hours from Wednesday, September 2 through Saturday, September 5

RYSE Assessment Center offers free support for Durham families with youth ages 10–17, providing quick screenings and referrals to services that support behavioral challenges, mental health, school struggles, and more. Walk-ins welcome at 2432 Broad St. Contact ryse@dconc.gov or 919‑560‑7661.

Happy Friday! Join @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social for this week's Fitness Friday pick! Try this quick 10‑minute glute‑focused Pilates routine. In this routine, you’ll work on a series of squat holds, plié pulses, leg extensions and more. Grab a mat and get moving! Watch anytime: youtu.be/uyrRqa_2Kdo

There’s still time to share your thoughts on the Q1 Amendments to the Fiscal Year 2027 Durham Transit Work Program. The public comment period closes Thursday, August 27. Learn more about the proposed amendments at bit.ly/DCoQ1Transit27 To submit a comment, email Transportation@dconc.gov.

It’s Webinar Wednesday with @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social! Join the team for “Step Into Success: Choosing the Right Shoe for Every Workout” at 3:30 p.m. Your shoes can make or break your workout. Learn how the right footwear can boost performance and injury prevention. Register: tinyurl.com/3x4hsn6n

Durham County Government will close most offices on Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day. All offices will reopen with normal operating hours on Tuesday, September 8. For details on how this holiday closure affects County services, please visit: dconc.gov/DurhamCo-New...

Our Transportation Staff wants your feedback! The Public Comment Period for the Q1 Amendments to the Fiscal Year 2027 Durham Transit Work Program is open until Thursday, August 27. For additional information visit: bit.ly/DCoQ1Transit27. To submit a public comment, email Transportation@dconc.gov.

Love cooking and giving back? Durham Cooperative Extension is seeking residents for the Extension Master Food Volunteer Program. Applications for the 2027 cohort open this summer. Attend an info session to apply. Register for an info session here: durham.ces.ncsu.edu/durham-count...

Happy Wellness Webinar Wednesday with @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social! Join them at 1:00 p.m. for "Back to School, Back to Health: Keeping Kids Safe and Well". This FREE webinar will help you and your family start the school year strong. Register here: register.gotowebinar.com/register/561...

Missed yesterday’s Durham Board of County Commissioners Regular Session? Catch up anytime with the latest BOCC Highlights on our website and stay informed about recent actions and updates. Read the highlights here: dconc.gov/DurhamCo-New... Watch the full meeting here: bit.ly/BOCCdco

Watch tonight’s Durham Board of County Commissioners’ Regular Session Meeting live. Read and download the agenda for tonight’s meeting and watch the meeting live here: bit.ly/BOCCdco.

We’re expecting dangerous heat this week, with the heat index rising above 100°. Please take care and stay cool. If you need a break from the heat, several Durham County Library locations will be open as cooling centers during their normal business hours. More information: durhamcountylibrary.org

The Durham County Tax Administration will mail annual property tax bills on August 10. Information on tax payment options, the countywide tax rate, how to calculate your tax bill, and property tax relief programs for homeowners can be found here: dconc.gov/DurhamCo-New...

Round #2 of voting in the DCo Board of Elections' “I Voted” Sticker Design Contest is now open! The top three designs will go to the Board of Elections, who will select the final winning design. Voting closes Wednesday, August 5. Vote now ➡️ dconc2.jotform.com/242295713469...

Durham County Veteran Services will operate with limited services on Friday, July 31. The department will resume normal operations on Monday, August 3. Learn more about the department’s temporary service changes here: dconc.gov/DurhamCo-New...

Join the Durham Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners this Saturday, August 1, for a plant swap at Southwest Regional Library from 2:00-3:00 p.m. Bring a plant, take a plant, or come to chat with a Master Gardener! More information: durhamcountylibrary.libcal.com/event/16693185

Check out the latest Sustainability Blog from the DCo Sustainability Team! This month’s blog, “Water Woes, Weird Weather & What We Can Do,” explains what’s behind the weird weather. Read here: dconc.gov/Engineering-... Browse the full blog library here: dconc.gov/Engi.../Sust...

Good morning! It's Fitness Friday with @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social. Today, our health educators are sharing 10 simple daily exercises to boost strength, endurance, and balance. These essentials keep fitness simple and effective. Read more: tinyurl.com/432ds6t5