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Carolina Public Press
Published September 03What’s up with mail-in voting in NC in 2026?
Answers to frequently asked questions about mail-in voting in North Carolina, which gets underway Sept. 4, the earliest in the nation. What’s up with mail-in voting in NC in 2026? is a story from Carolina Public Press , an award-winning independent newsroom. Our breakthrough…
Celebrate 150 Years of Holly Springs with Official Town Merch
Love Holly Springs? Now it’s easy to wear—and share—your Town spirit! In honor of the Town’s 150th anniversary, Holly Springs has launched an official store packed with unique merch. Shop online for local pickup or browse items in person.
HollyQuest: 150th-Themed, Town-Wide Scavenger Hunt Launches
Get ready for a quest around Town like no other! Throughout September, participate in HollyQuest, a 150th-themed, Town-wide scavenger hunt, that will have you searching Holly Springs for clues and winning prizes (while supplies last).
Fire Department Earns Class 1 Fire Protection Rating, Among Top 1% Nationwide
The Holly Springs Fire Department once again earned a Class 1 fire protection rating during its evaluation from the Office of State Fire Marshal. The top rating is the highest possible and is achieved by only about 1% of communities evaluated nationwide.
Falls Prevention Awareness Week
Falls remain the leading cause of injury death for older Americans. This nationwide observance aims to improve falls prevention awareness, reduce falls, and help older adults feel safe and confident in their daily lives.
Home Escape Planning
Plan Ahead! If a fire breaks out in your home, you may have only a few minutes to get out safely once the smoke alarm sounds. Everyone needs to know what to do and where to go if there is a fire.
Carolina Public Press
Published August 31The NC elections rules that aren’t quite rules yet
Thanks to a sufficient number of objections, several proposed NC elections rules need further review and likely won't affect 2026 voting. The NC elections rules that aren’t quite rules yet is a story from Carolina Public Press , an award-winning independent newsroom. Our…
Clayton Library Brings Stories Where Life Happens
The children at The Nest Schools of Clayton notice when something changes. A fresh group of books appears in their reading area each month, and it does not take long for little hands to start reaching for them. Some children settle in with a book...
Coastal Review
Published August 10Marine Fisheries Commission to meet in Raleigh Aug. 19-20
The North Carolina Marine Fisheries Commission is expected to hear the draft update to the Coastal Habitat Protection Plan during its meeting this month.