Orange County Meets, Greets New Manager
Orange County government held a meet-and-greet for newly hired County Manager Bonnie Hammersley in downtown Hillsborough on Friday.
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Local Leaders Break Ground on Rogers Road Community Center
Posted by Staff | May 15, 2014 | Development
The Orange County Commissioners were out in full force, along with other community leaders, to break ground on the Rogers Road Community Center on Thursday. “Three years ago, I thought this day would never come. But I’m very...
Read MoreOrange, Durham Transit Systems Seek Public Input on Bus Plans
Posted by Staff | May 9, 2014 | Local Government
Orange County and Triangle Transit have teamed up to host a series of public outreach meetings throughout May on bus services included in the Orange County Bus and Rail Investment Plan.
Read MoreNew And Young Leaders Learning To “Disagree Well”
Posted by Aaron Keck | Apr 24, 2014 | Uncategorized
At WCHL’s Community Forum, new and young local leaders and elected officials talked about how to make a difference.
Read MoreMeals On Wheels Gears Up For “Community Champions Week”
Seven elected “champion” officials are set to deliver meals to homebound and hungry seniors…
Read MoreCommissioners Nix Orange County Fair Plan
Posted by Staff | Jan 24, 2014 | Local Government
The Board of Commissioners voted Thursday to put plans for an Orange County fair on hold indefinitely, citing concerns about cost.
Read MoreRetiring Carrboro Mayor Mark Chilton Gets Roasted
Posted by Staff | Oct 30, 2013 | Local Government
“I hope you enjoyed those heartfelt remarks because it is all downhill from here,” Lydia Lavelle said.
Read MoreHigh Bids Put Rogers Road Community Center On Hold
Posted by Staff | Sep 18, 2013 | Local Government
Plans to build a new community center on Rogers Road are on hold, as county staffers say initial project bids are twice what commissioners budgeted.
Read MoreDespite Looming Investigation, Rogers Rd Plan Sees Progress
Posted by Staff | Jul 17, 2013 | Local Government
Caldwell acknowledged to the task force that the investigation has complicated the process, effectively putting Rogers Road neighbors in a “catch-22.” Still he said it was a necessary action.
Read MoreCeremony Formally Marks OC Landfill Shutdown
Posted by Staff | Jun 29, 2013 | News Around Town
On Saturday afternoon, dozens of local residents—and public officials—–reported to the Orange County landfill to see the site ceremoniously close its doors.
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