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Celebration of Independence Day to Alter Local Government Services in Orange County

Posted by Michael Koh | Jul 1, 2026 | Local Government

The celebration of Independence Day on Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4 will affect...

Drone Shows and Parades: Here’s What to Know Before Orange County’s July 4 Celebrations

Posted by Emma Cooke | Jun 30, 2026 | Entertainment, Local Government

A variety of July 4 festivities are set to take place across Orange County. Here’s how local governments are celebrating.

‘A Long Time Coming’: Orange County’s Crisis Diversion Facility Set for Construction This Summer

Posted by Emma Cooke | Jun 26, 2026 | Development, Health, Local Government

The Orange County Board of Commissioners recently took a major step in its effort to expand local behavioral health services.

Orange County Health Director Quintana Stewart Stepping Down; Interim Leader Named

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jun 25, 2026 | Health, Local Government

Quintana Stewart, the health director who helped lead Orange County through its response to the COVID-19 pandemic, is departing the role this summer. Dorothy Celinti, who has served as the interim twice before, will take over.

How Will Orange County Fill Bedford’s Vacant Seat? Two Groups Will Decide

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jun 25, 2026 | Local Government

As Jamezetta Bedford’s peers continue to process her death, they also have decisions to make on who will fill her vacant District 1 seat.

Local Officials React To Orange County Commissioner Jamezetta Bedford’s Death

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jun 22, 2026 | Local Government, Obituaries

Jamezetta Bedford — a longtime elected official in Orange County — died on Sunday. Here’s what local officials had to say following the news.

Sitting Orange County Commissioner Jamezetta Bedford Dies at 67

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jun 21, 2026 | Local Government, Obituaries

Jamezetta Bedford — a longtime elected official in Orange County, accountant and advocate for residents with disabilities — died on Sunday, according to her family. The Chapel Hill resident was 67 years old.