Forsyth ozone hits Code Orange: who should limit exposure in Winston-Salem
Winston-Salem NC – Forsyth County issued a Code Orange ozone action day for July 17. Here’s who should limit exposure and what to do next time.
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Moore County cooling station for Carthage residents (not an emergency shelter)
Moore County opened a temporary cooling station at the Moore County Sports Complex in Carthage, July 2–6, 1–6 p.m., and it’s not an emergency shelter.
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Durham County launches PayDCoNC for online property-tax payments
Durham County’s new PayDCoNC portal (pay.dconc.gov) lets property owners make scheduled or partial payments online—and manage past-due balances without a visit or call.
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Greensboro to keep South Elm closed for plaza pilot starting Aug. 3; July 21 info session
Greensboro says South Elm Street will stay closed to vehicles all times from Aug. 3, 2026, between February One Place and Washington Street. July 21 drop-in.
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New NCDOT Pine Line bus from Fayetteville to Atlanta begins July 1
Fayetteville NC — NCDOT launches the Pine Line and doubles Mid-State Express service between Fayetteville and Raleigh on July 1, 2026, with a FAST stop.
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DOJ seeks court approval of Willow Bridge consent decree on algorithmic rent coordination
DOJ proposed a Tunney Act settlement with Willow Bridge that would bar certain algorithm coordination and competitor data sharing while court approval is pending.
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Blue Line single-tracking begins July 13 near Scaleybark as South Blvd closes
Starting Monday, July 13, CATS will run Blue Line single-track operations during peak periods and reroute nearby bus lines as South Blvd closes near Scaleybark.
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Guilford County Schools asks County for extra $5.3M after SB 257 pay-raise
Guilford County Schools posted an updated July 14 request for $5.3 million more to cover the SB 257 pay-raise timing gap after state law signed July 7.
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Title IX enforcement roundup: OCR ends ‘Title IX Month’ with investigations and a warning letter
United States Education and Civil Rights Policy – On July 1, 2026, OCR’s end-of-June “Title IX Month” recap cites new probes, actions, and a final warning letter.
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Conover election rules changed: no 2027 vote; mayor/council return in 2028
North Carolina ratified Session Law 2026-18 on June 24, 2026, pausing Conover’s mayor/council elections in 2027 and resuming the regular cycle in 2028.
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South Blvd southbound closure, LYNX Blue Line single-track start July 13
Charlotte NC – Southbound South Blvd closes July 13–Aug. 14 between Clanton and Old Pineville; Blue Line single-tracks July 13–Aug. 9 near Scaleybark.
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SouthPark’s Symphony Park renovation: start mid-fall 2026, reopen 2027
SouthPark families are planning an extended closure: renovations are expected to start mid-fall 2026 and reopen mid-fall 2027 after permitting and soil testing.
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Corey Road closure starts in Greenville for flood-reduction project; detours
Greenville NC – Corey Road will close between East Fire Tower Road and Worthington Road for about 6–8 weeks for flood-reduction work and detours.
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Raleigh Yard Waste Center to go cashless Aug. 1 as tipping fees increase July 1
Raleigh NC – Yard Waste Center costs more starting July 1, 2026 ($55/ton, $27.50 minimum) and goes cashless Aug. 1; City lists payment options.
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DOJ, EPA advance Chemours PFAS settlement: comments June 29–July 29
DOJ and EPA say a proposed PFAS consent decree with Chemours is in federal public comment, June 29–July 29, for sites in West Virginia, North Carolina, and New Jersey.
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New NC education laws SB 227, SB 558, SB 153: What Highlands families should know
Highlands families served by Macon County Schools got new state education rules—SB 227, SB 558, and SB 153—after June 24, 2026 veto overrides.
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Morganton-area fuel prices rise: AAA shows regular $3.499, diesel $4.641 (July 11)
Morganton NC Gas & Diesel Watch – July 11 AAA: regular $3.499/gal (+0.5¢ vs yesterday) and diesel $4.641/gal (+2.5¢).
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NC budget repayment rule for I-77 South: 90-day clock for CRTPO votes
Charlotte NC – Signed July 7, 2026, NC’s budget gives a 90-day clock to undo a May 20 CRTPO I-77 rescission and potentially avoid reimbursement.
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WSATPO seeks input on 27 2028-2037 STIP projects: How residents weigh in
Winston-Salem NC – WSATPO’s Regional Impact STIP list (27 projects) is open for feedback: a July 7 meeting plus an online points survey through July 13.
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Charlotte budget adopted: FY 2027 tax rate and fee changes for July 2026
Charlotte NC – FY 2027 budget adopted June 8: property tax rate set at 29.30¢ plus Charlotte Water, Storm Water and Solid Waste fee changes start July 1.
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Raleigh considers youth curfew after July 4 teen takeover violence—what’s next for parents
Raleigh NC – After July 4 “teen takeover” violence, Raleigh City Council asked attorneys to draft a youth curfew ordinance, with an August timeline.
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Raleigh drought update: City Council approves faster path to Stage 2
Raleigh City Council approved July 7 changes that give the city manager flexibility to move to Stage 2 sooner if use stays high. Stage 1 still applies.