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New, Expanded Yard Waste Convenience Center Opens
The Holly Springs Yard Waste Convenience Center has moved to a new, expanded location to better serve Holly Springs residents. The new location is double the size of the current facility.
Carolina Journal
Published September 21NC no longer requires entrance exams for teacher training programs
Students no longer need to pass an entrance exam to get into North Carolina's teacher training programs. Lawmakers dropped the requirement to help fill classrooms, leaving a GPA minimum as the only bar for admission.
Town of Clayton Makes Annual Budget Process Easier to Follow
Todd Melton understands that budgets can feel overwhelming. If managing a household budget can be stressful, he knows a Town budget can seem even more intimidating. That's why, as Clayton's Budget Manager, one of his biggest goals is helping people...
Splashlantis Closure
The Pleasant Park splash pad remains closed for the season as crews work to complete needed repairs.
Town of Clayton Explores Future of Robertson Mule Building
The Town of Clayton is asking the community to share feedback on the future of the B.M. Robertson Mule Company Building following a public event that explored its history and possible new uses. Residents can now watch From Mules to Memories, review the...
Carolina Public Press
Published September 21Three hot NC legislative races in Wake County
Growing pains, schools and property taxes are hot issues in each of the three close NC legislative contests in Wake County in 2026. Three hot NC legislative races in Wake County is a story from Carolina Public Press , an award-winning independent newsroom. Our breakthrough…
Carolina Journal
Published September 21NC election board seeks comment on 29 election rules
The North Carolina State Board of Elections (NCSBE) invites the public to comment on 29 administrative rules it deemed necessary at its meeting on Sept. 17.
5 Illini set to compete at ITA All-American Championships
Illinois is heading to Cary, North Carolina, this weekend to kick off the ITA All-American Championships. It will send five players to compete as it looks to build momentum early this season. The tournament has been one of collegiate tennis’ premier fall events since 1983, and…
Carolina Journal
Published September 184th Circuit will not rule on FCC action in ad rate dispute before Oct. 1
The 4th US Circuit Court of Appeals has deferred until next month any action against the Federal Communications Commission on behalf of Roy Cooper and three other Democratic congressional candidates.
Police-Community Advisory Group Applications Open
Want to help build a bridge between the Holly Springs Police Department and the community? The Police-Community Advisory Group is seeking applicants for three open spots on its 10-member resident panel.
See the Stanley Cup in Holly Springs
The Carolina Hurricanes are excited to share the Stanley Cup with the Holly Springs community! The cup will be coming to the North Main Athletic Complex at 101 Sportsmanship Way on Monday, September 28, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., rain or shine.
Carolina Journal
Published September 18NC Senate launches property tax reform committee
The move comes just weeks before voters decide this November on a constitutional amendment requiring limits on local property tax increases.