Raleigh Moves Toward Youth Curfew After Council’s First Step
Raleigh City Council has begun the process of considering a youth curfew. Further discussion was expected after the council’s mid-August recess.
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Charlotte appoints Rob Harrington as interim mayor
Charlotte City Council appointed attorney Rob Harrington as interim mayor after Vi Lyles’ planned resignation, as disputes over growth and transit continue.
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Oak Ridge schedules rezoning reviews for annexed properties as water project continues
Oak Ridge listed rezoning requests RZ-02 and RZ-03 for Planning and Zoning review July 23 and Town Council consideration Aug. 6, 2026, while a $3.265 million water infrastructure project remains on a December 2026 timeline.
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Durham Water Restrictions Continue as Reservoirs Reach Half Capacity
Durham’s Stage 2 water restrictions remain in effect as reservoirs sit at about 50% capacity, with 119 days of estimated supply and Stage 3 still possible.
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Greensboro Begins 90-Day South Elm Street Pedestrian Plaza Pilot
Greensboro has closed portions of South Elm Street, including the 200 block, to vehicles for a 90-day pilot focused on downtown pedestrian space.
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Wastewater expansion tied to Angier advances as Harnett County works to increase regional capacity
Construction updates for the Terrible Creek and North Harnett Regional wastewater projects outline expanded treatment capacity under agreements involving Angier, Harnett County, Fuquay-Varina and Lillington.
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Rolesville’s Wallbrook development moves into new August review cycle
Wallbrook activity along South Main Street includes construction, an approved Kiddie Academy site plan and a revised Lot 12 infrastructure submission entering August review.
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North Carolina opens comment period on Dobson wastewater permit
The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality has proposed issuing wastewater permit NC0021326 for the Town of Dobson Wastewater Treatment Plant. Public comments are due Aug. 21, 2026.
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High Point Proposes 11.6% Budget Increase, More Police Funding
High Point’s proposed FY2026-27 budget would raise spending to $49.37 million, including larger allocations for police investigations and engagement.
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Fayetteville activates voluntary Stage 1 water restrictions
Fayetteville’s Public Works Commission activated voluntary Stage 1 water restrictions July 19, asking customers to cut nonessential treated-water use.
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Dare County to consider financing for new Nags Head EMS station
Dare County commissioners will consider a financing contract of up to $67 million for three projects, including an EMS station serving Nags Head and surrounding areas.
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Beatty’s Ford Park swim beach closed as low water levels persist
Lincoln County has closed the swim beach at Beatty’s Ford Park in Denver because of extremely low water levels, while the splash pad remains open daily.
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Wilmington adopts $349.8 million FY2027 budget with tax increase
Wilmington City Council approved a $349.8 million FY2027 budget that raises the property-tax rate and funds a city employee living-wage policy.
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New NC 50 roundabout and I-95 bridge overhaul open in Benson
A new roundabout and bridge overhaul at the NC 50 and Interstate 95 connection in Benson opened July 15, changing traffic movement and local interstate access.
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Brunswick County schedules hearing on 173-home planned development near Leland
Brunswick County will hold an Aug. 10 public hearing on a proposed 173-unit single-family development off Old Town Creek Road near Leland.
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Raleigh Sets Aug. 18 Hearing on Annexations and Rezoning Cases
Raleigh City Council will hear annexation, rezoning, comprehensive-plan and school-lot zoning matters Aug. 18 at City Hall.
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Panthers Stadium Renovation Advances in Uptown Charlotte
Renovation work is underway at Bank of America Stadium, with about 65 workers active and a planned 4,400-seat indoor venue targeted for 2029.
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Oakwood Elementary renovations will move Yanceyville K-5 students to South Elementary
Oakwood Elementary’s K-5 students will attend South Elementary during renovations planned for the 2026-27 school year. Caswell County Schools also changed start times to support tiered bus routes.
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Warren County’s $3 Million Farmers Market Project Targets August Completion in Warrenton
A $3 million farmers market under construction in Warrenton is expected to be completed in August 2026, according to Warren County’s FY2027 budget message.
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Durham considers 80 affordable apartments at former police HQ site
Durham is considering a 99-year lease and more than $6 million in financing for 80 affordable apartments at the former police headquarters.
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Huntersville schedules hearing on two rezonings, recreation rules
Huntersville set a July 21 hearing on two development requests and a town proposal to allow more indoor-recreation space in a business district.
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Greensboro adopts budget with 30 police positions, expanded crisis response
Greensboro’s new fiscal-year budget funds 30 police positions, expands behavioral-health response coverage and continues investments in emergency technology.