News across Greater Durham
Transit Detour Notice - Apex High School Parade
On Friday, September 25th, 2026, GoCary Route 9 and GoTriangle Route 305 will operate on a detour due to the Apex High School Homecoming Parade.

October 1–8, 2026 is Week Without Driving in Carrboro
The Carrboro Town Council has proclaimed Oct. 1-8, 2026, as Week Without Driving, encouraging residents, businesses and Town staff to experience getting around without a car and explore ways to make transportation more accessible for everyone.

2026 Carrboro-Chapel Hill Community Holiday Parade Participant Application Now Open
Walk, dance, bike, and scoot your way through the Carrboro-Chapel Hill Community Holiday Parade on Saturday, Dec. 5, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.! We’re looking for local organizations and businesses to participate.

Put your ideas into action! Apply to serve the Town of Carrboro
Carrboro local government has various advisory boards and commissions that advise the Town Council on a range of issues. We are filling vacancies! In addition, the OWASA Board of Directors has a vacancy for a Carrboro representative coming up!

Media groups appeal ruling keeping UNC’s $1.2M SCiLL report secret
A media coalition is appealing a judge’s recent decision allowing the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to keep a $1.2 million report confidential. The report covers UNC’s School of Civic Life and Leadership.

County to select contractor for EMS base after completing long-delayed land swap with developer
After nearly two years of site-related delays, Alamance County is about to select a contractor to develop a new EMS station that will eventually serve the eastern parts of the […]

Carrboro Music Festival Returns September 27
Carrboro will once again become one big stage when the 29th Annual Carrboro Music Festival takes over the community on Sunday, September 27, 2026. The free annual celebration brings music, artists and community together throughout Carrboro.

Every point counts: Illini kick off ITA All-American Championships
The Illini headed to Cary, North Carolina, this past weekend for the ITA All-American Championships prequalifying rounds. Since the announcement of former head coach Evan Clark’s retirement in April, big shoes were left to fill. Under Clark, the Illini emerged as one of the many…

Carrboro Public Works Service Alert: Temporary Waste Collection Delays
Residential waste collection may be delayed. Please place your cart at the curb on your normal collection day and leave it there until collection is completed.

Carrboro Recognizes National Diaper Need Awareness Week
Mayor Barbara Foushee has proclaimed Sept. 14-20, 2026, as National Diaper Need Awareness Week in Carrboro, raising awareness about the importance of ensuring families have access to an adequate supply of clean diapers.

Message from Carrboro Public Works: Keep Lithium Batteries Out of the Trash
Remember: Batteries don’t belong in the bin. Keep them out of the trash, and take them to a proper drop-off location.

Affordable Housing Plan Engagement Underway
Over the next few months, there will be opportunities for the community to offer insight and provide feedback. The comments and themes shared will help identify the needs and opportunities in Carrboro and inform meaningful strategies for the future.