State audit details Cary spending concerns as town launches reform dashboard
A state audit found more than $1 million in questionable Cary spending and weak controls. Town officials released a response and launched a reform dashboard.
Cary, NC
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Cary adopts $579.6 million FY2027 budget with public-safety expansion
Cary Town Council adopted a $579.6 million FY2027 budget with $111 million for public safety, 33 new positions and design work for two fire stations.
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Cary Investigations Continue After State Audit Flags Spending Concerns
Cary says three investigations remain active after a state audit raised questions about spending, procurement and management oversight across town government.
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Cary Begins Charging Fees at Town-Owned Public EV Stations
Cary began fee-based charging at town-operated public EV stations Aug. 1, changing the cost of using the municipal charging service.
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Cary’s Downtown Loop remains suspended as GoCary weighs where service should go next
Cary’s Downtown Loop remains suspended under the Town’s July 9 notice. New drivers were reported in July, while council studies whether loop resources could support west or south Cary service.
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Cary park closure remains scheduled through August 7 for repaving
Marla Dorrel Park and Kids Together Playground remain closed through August 7, 2026, for repaving. Hinshaw Greenway remains open, and Cary points residents to other parks during the shutdown.
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Cary’s public EV chargers are no longer free. What drivers pay now
Cary began charging for use of its town-owned EV chargers on August 1. Drivers now pay 20 cents per kilowatt-hour and may face an idle fee for leaving a vehicle connected beyond the charging period.
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Cary-area gas rises to $3.827 as diesel reaches $5.370
The latest AAA Raleigh metro check shows regular gas up 3 cents and diesel up 5.3 cents, with diesel still $1.765 above its year-ago average.
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Cary-area gas prices ease slightly while diesel rises
Cary-area drivers get slight gasoline relief in the latest Raleigh metro check, but diesel is up sharply from last week and remains much more expensive.
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Cary audit puts public spending, oversight and council accountability under new scrutiny
Cary’s state audit found weak spending controls and referred some matters for investigation as officials face pressure to document corrective action.
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Cary Daily Briefing: Roads, Recovery, and Community Events
Cary, NC — February 6, 2026 — Lane closures overnight, lingering winter weather impacts, and a full slate of town meetings and arts events shape Cary’s Friday outlook.
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Cary Weekly News Wrap-Up: February 5, 2026
Cary, NC — February 5, 2026 — This week, Cary saw new developments in local infrastructure, community events, and environmental initiatives.
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Cary, NC — February 3, 2026 — Local News Update
Cary, NC — February 3, 2026 — Recent developments in Cary include the resumption of town services post-storm, a new arcade bar opening, and a traffic incident near Cary Towne Bl…
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Cary, NC Weather Snapshot – February 1, 2026
6:54 AM · Sunday, February 1, 2026 · Cary, NC: 18°F (Cloudy) · Feels like 7°F · Humidity 54% · Wind 9 mph
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Cary Prepares for Winter Storm with Service Adjustments
Cary, NC — January 31, 2026 — As a winter storm approaches, Cary has announced service closures and cancellations for Saturday, January 31, 2026.
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Cary, NC Weather Snapshot – January 31, 2026
5:35 PM · Saturday, January 31, 2026 · Cary, NC: 17°F (Light Snow) · Feels like 4°F · Humidity 76% · Wind 11 mph
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Cary, NC — January 30, 2026 — Local News Update
Cary, NC — January 30, 2026 — Former police officer launches startup to streamline law enforcement operations, and a new multipurpose office building opens downtown.