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Carrboro This Week

We wish you all a very happy and healthy Thanksgiving! In observance of the holiday, Town of Carrboro offices will be closed Thursday and Friday, Nov. 26-27. Read on...
Carrboro Town Council Update

Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reach the Town Council with your ideas, views and questions at council@townofcarrboro.org. Read on...
North Carolina Tightens Existing Mask Requirements and Enforcement

"I have a stark warning for North Carolinians today: We are in danger," Cooper said. "This is a pivotal moment in our fight against the coronavirus. Our actions now will determine the fate of many." Read on...
Help Select Top Strategies for COVID-19 Recovery

The Orange County Long-Term Recovery Group has identified potential strategies for recovering from COVID-19 and needs your input on which strategies best meet the community’s needs. Read on...
With Cases Rising Rapidly, North Carolina Tightens Existing Mask Requirements and Enforcement

Ten More Counties Designated as Red for Critical Community Spread Read on...
Small Business Saturday in Carrboro

“I urge all Carrboro residents to make an extra effort to support our local businesses in Carrboro on this day, especially during this challenging year,” said Mayor Lydia Lavelle. Read on...
Carrboro This Week

Idea for the weekend! Drop by Town Commons to talk with the designers of the 203 Project, the civic center-library underway. Hey, we know you're planning for Thanksgiving. Please take the CDC's advice: Celebrate at home with the people you live with. Read on...
Carrboro Town Council Update

Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reach the Town Council with your ideas, views and questions at council@townofcarrboro.org. Read on...
Transgender Day of Remembrance

Mayor Lavelle asks all residents to reflect on the challenges facing the transgender members of our community, and work to ensure that all people will one day be able to safely live as their full and true selves. Read on...
It’s Care to Share Day in Carrboro

This year’s Care to Share Day will, like most things in 2020, look much different than it has before, but the need is even greater this year. Read on...
Community Invited to Meet the 203 Project Designers

The Carrboro Town Council approved on Tuesday, Nov. 17, the schematic design and authorized the $25.8 million project to proceed with the next steps of the development process including permitting. Read on...
Carrboro Town Council Update

Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reach the Town Council with your ideas, views and questions at council@townofcarrboro.org. Read on...
Carrboro This Week

Happy Carrboro Weekend! On Saturday, a group of your neighbors are planting trees at Anderson Park. We're also planning for the Carrboro Connects Community Workshop next week. Discover more of what's happening in this issue! Read on...
Recreation Participants - Help Us Ensure We Are Reaching Everyone In Our Community

The department is asking participants with recreation registration accounts to complete the newly-added ethnicity field for household members. Read on...
Community Food Distribution Scheduled Thursday

A Community Food Distribution event is scheduled for 9:30 to 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, at Carrboro High School, 201 Rock Haven Road. Read on...
Carrboro Police Department Responds to Shots Fired Call

The Carrboro Police Department is investigating an incident involving gunshots being fired from a vehicle in the area of Old Fayetteville Road. Read on...
Indoor Gatherings Limit Reduced to 10; Precautions Need to Be Taken Now for Thanksgiving

North Carolina’s indoor mass gathering limit will be lowered to 10 people again, effective at 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13. Anyone planning to gather with non-household members for Thanksgiving should start a 14-day quarantine today, Nov. 12. Read on...
Flash Flood Warning / How to Report Flooding in Carrboro

Orange County remains under a Flash Flood Warning until 2:15 p.m. and a Flash Flood Watch until 7 p.m. Thursday. Read on...
Applications for Housing Assistance Close Today

The HOPE program will close applications today (Wednesday, Nov. 11) - eligible applicants should apply online before 6 p.m. Read on...
Carrboro Announces BIPOC Business Roundtable Meeting

The Carrboro Department of Economic Development has announced a BIPOC Business Roundtable Discussion scheduled for 4 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19. Read on...
Carrboro Honors Veterans: Thank you to all who have served

Mayor Lydia Lavelle has proclaimed this Veterans Day as a day to remember the invaluable contribution of our veterans, and urges all residents of Carrboro to take every opportunity to honor our veterans today. Read on...
Introducing Visit Carrboro!

Check out the new website at www.VisitCarrboro.com, beautiful photography, engaging videos, and #VisitCarrboro -- all conveying the Carrboro “feel free” spirit! Read on...
Free Healthy Homes During COVID-19 Class

Participants will learn about potential environmental triggers in the home, green cleaning principles, and home injury prevention tips. Read on...
Orange County Health Department Offers Guidance on Safer Holiday Breaks

A COVID-19 Clusters in North Carolina report shows trends of increasing clusters from social and community gatherings. Read on...
Carrboro This Week

It's Carrboro This Week! Add your photo to the Carrboro People Photo Album, consider volunteering to plant trees, and make note of special events in celebration of Veterans Day. Have a great weekend! Read on...
Carrboro Town Council Update

The Town Council will meet virtually at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10. The meeting agenda has been posted. Read on...
We're Planting Trees in Carrboro!

The tree planting is part of a town project to restore a stream buffer and provide shade, beauty, and environmental benefits to the community. Read on...
Be a Part of the Carrboro People Photo Album!

In time for Thanksgiving, the Town of Carrboro is creating a Carrboro People Photo Album. Read on...
Statement from Carrboro Mayor Lydia Lavelle

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Make a Plan for Election Day

Orange County Elections Director Rachel Raper urges voters who have not yet voted to make a plan before heading out on Election Day. Polls open throughout the county Tuesday at 6:30 a.m. Read on...
Introducing: Moving Orange County Forward Website

The work of a group developing a plan for recovery from COVID-19 can now be seen on the group’s website, orangencforward.org. Read on...
Carrboro This Week

It's Carrboro This Week! Our Recreation, Parks and Cultural Resources Department is offering fun and safe ways to celebrate Halloween as trick-or-treating is discouraged this year. Saturday is also the last day of early voting. Read on...
Fire Strikes Single-Family Home

On Friday, Oct. 30, at 9:25 p.m., members of the Carrboro Fire Rescue Department responded to the 300 block of Warren Court, in the South Orange Fire District, for the report of a kitchen fire. Read on...
Carrboro Town Council Update

Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reach the Town Council with your ideas, views and questions at council@townofcarrboro.org. Read on...
Carrboro Awards $100,000 for Affordable Housing

Homeownership Applications Open Nov. 2 Read on...
Town of Carrboro Receives Financial Reporting Award

The Town of Carrboro has received an award for exceptional financial reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA). Read on...
Carrboro This Week

Learn more about our new Barred Owl Creek neighborhood, read the Council's Resolution on Reparations for Black Carrboro, and make plans for a safe Halloween! Read on...
Carrboro Town Council Update

View the Oct. 27 Meeting Agenda and Oct. 20 Meeting Summary including Resolution Supporting Reparations for Black Carrboro. Read on...
Yard Waste and Loose Leaf Collection

Did you know that yard waste and loose leaves are collected year-round on Mondays in Carrboro? Read on...
Town Halloween Recreation, Parks, & Cultural Resources Department Events

The Town is offering some safe socially-distant Halloween activities for 2020. Read on...
Free COVID-19 Testing at McDougle Middle School this Sunday

Free COVID-19 Testing will be offered Sunday, Nov. 1, at McDougle Middle School. Read on...
Carrboro Connects: Creating Community Together!

The Town of Carrboro is launching our first comprehensive plan, Carrboro Connects: Creating Community Together! Read on...
Visit Carrboro Launch Event

Visit Carrboro is an initiative to promote travel and tourism in the Town of Carrboro. Read on...
Carrboro This Week

Read this week's news from the Town of Carrboro. Have a nice weekend, and be sure to drop by to see the new mural celebrating legendary blues musician and hometown hero Elizabeth Cotten! Read on...
Carrboro Town Council Update

Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reach the Town Council with your ideas, views and questions at council@townofcarrboro.org Read on...
AVISO DE AUDENCIA PÚBLICA

El ciudad de Carrboro va a aplicar para conseguir $900,000 en fondos del Community Development Block Grant – Coronavirus (“CDBG-CV”). Read on...
Free COVID-19 Testing and Free Flu Shots

There will be a COVID-19 testing event Saturday, Oct. 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will also be FREE Flu Shots during this event! Read on...
Orange County Climate Council - Annual Community Update

Join the Orange County Climate Council for its Annual Community Update from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22. Read on...
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

The Town of Carrboro plans to apply to the North Carolina Department of Commerce for $900,000 in Federal Community Development Block Grant – Coronavirus (CDBG-CV) funds. Read on...
Early Voting Starts This Week

Early voting starts Oct. 15 and continues through Oct. 31 in Orange County with a key difference this year due to the coronavirus pandemic: The Orange County Board of Elections Office will not serve as an early voting site. Read on...
New Mural of Elizabeth Cotten Coming Soon

A new mural will celebrate legendary blues musician and local hero Elizabeth Cotten. Read on...
Make a Plan to Get a Flu Shot

The Orange County Health Department is urging community members to protect themselves, their families and those around them by getting vaccinated against Influenza as the county enters flu season amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Read on...
Community Food Distribution Scheduled Oct. 22

A Community Food Distribution event is scheduled for 9:30 to 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, at Carrboro High School, 201 Rock Haven Road. Read on...
Carrboro Celebrates Indigenous Peoples Day

The Council strongly supports the proposition that Indigenous Peoples Day shall be an opportunity to celebrate the thriving cultures and values of the Indigenous Peoples of our region. Read on...
Marriage Equality Day in Carrboro

The Town Council of Carrboro, North Carolina (then known as the Board of Aldermen) voted unanimously in 2014 to recognize October 10th each year as “Marriage Equality Day.” Read on...
Carrboro This Week: Oct. 9, 2020

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Carrboro Town Council Update

Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reach the Town Council with your ideas, views and questions at council@townofcarrboro.org Read on...
UPDATED Call To Artists: Black Lives Matter/End Racism Now Mural Project

The Town of Carrboro is seeking student artists and a muralist to work together on the creation of a new Black Lives Matter/End Racism Now. Read on...
Mayor Lavelle Proclaims Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Carrboro

“I encourage residents to show support for victims and survivors of domestic violence, and to work toward a future when all people can feel safe in their relationships and their homes,” Mayor Lavelle said. Read on...
West End Poetry Festival To Be Held Virtually on October 16-17

The annual poetry event will be held in a virtual format via Zoom and YouTube. Read on...
Headed to the Park? Take Your Mask

Please help protect our community from the spread of COVID-19 by wearing a mask. Read on...
Carrboro This Week: Oct. 2, 2020

Read this week's news from the Town of Carrboro. Have a nice weekend and enjoy the Carrboro Music Festival, a virtual presentation! Read on...
Orange County Moves into Phase 3 of State’s Reopening Plan

Orange County will align with Phase 3 of the state’s reopening plan, effective at 5 p.m. Oct. 2. The order allows bars, movie theaters and outdoor venues to open with capacity limits, and limits mass gatherings to 25 people indoors and 50 outdoors. Read on...
Guidance on Celebrating Halloween Safely During a Pandemic

The Orange County Health Department offers guidance on how to celebrate Halloween without increasing the risk of spreading COVID-19. This guidance discourages traditional trick-or-treating or trunk-or-treating. Read on...
23rd Annual Carrboro Music Festival Goes Virtual

The 23rd Annual Carrboro Music Festival will be presented Oct. 3-4 in a virtual format. Read on...
Community School Celebrates 50 Years

Mayor Lydia Lavelle proclaims Community School for People Under Six Day in the Town of Carrboro. On Saturday, let's celebrate its 50 years as a valued member of our community. Read on...
Diaper Need Awareness Week

Residents are encouraged to donate generously to diaper banks and diaper drives, maybe even host their own diaper drive or volunteer in some capacity. Read on...
Voter Registration Day in Carrboro

Mayor Lydia Lavelle encourages all citizens to make a voting plan. Make certain you are registered to vote; and decide whether you are going to vote with an absentee ballot, early vote, or vote on Election Day. Read on...
Carrboro Town Council Update

The Town Council encourages your civic participation for a more informed and inclusive community. Read on...
Carrboro Prepares for Potential Impacts from Tropical Storm Sally

While we watch for potential local impacts from Tropical Storm Sally, the Town of Carrboro’s Public Works and Stormwater Management teams are making sure that culverts and storm drains are clear of debris to reduce flooding. Read on...
Carrboro Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

Carrboro celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month! Receiving the proclamation from Mayor Lydia Lavelle and the Town Council at their Sept. 15 meeting with “thanks for our welcoming community” was Elizar Posada and Pilar Rocha-Goldberg of El Centro Hispano. Read on...
Public Meetings: The 203 Project

The Town of Carrboro invites the public to learn more about renewed plans for the 203 Project, a public center planned for 203 S. Greensboro St. Read on...
Minority Enterprise Development Week in Carrboro

Mayor Lydia Lavelle has proclaimed Sept. 13-19 as Minority Enterprise Development Week. Carrboro has more than 60 BIPoC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) owned businesses making up about 15% of the Town’s business establishments. Read on...
Protect yourself. Get a flu shot.

Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, reducing the spread of respiratory illnesses, like flu, is more important than ever. Read on...
Won’t You Be a Neighborhood Liaison?

The Town of Carrboro is looking for residents who would like to share and exchange information between the Town and residents in their neighborhoods. Register today! Read on...
Take the Survey: Identify values for a more resilient community

Orange County’s Long-Term Recovery Group is creating a plan for recovery from COVID-19 to help strengthen our community for all people. Your input is needed to help shape the County’s path forward. Read on...
Recap of Sept. 8 Council Meeting

The Council discussed the future of economic development in Carrboro and received the Affordable Housing and Community Services Report and the Bias Free Policing Report. Read on...
Orange County, North Carolina Takes Another Step Forward in Reopening

In Orange County, the limit on mass gatherings will remain at 10 people indoors and 25 outdoors. This limit will be reconsidered when the county’s positivity rate for COVID tests decreases to 5%. It is currently at almost 10%. Read on...
Recap of Sept. 1 Council Meeting

The Council requested anti-racism public art in visible locations around town; discussed changing the namesake or name of Carrboro; and called for a work session to explore reparations for wealth/opportunity gaps due to historical racism/discrimination. Read on...
Carrboro Courier: Black Lives Matter Special Issue

We feel encouraged by what has been accomplished this summer, and are excited for what is to come. Because more is required. We want to ensure that Carrboro is a town where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and encouraged to fully participate and belong. Read on...
Child Care Hotline Available

Access the free hotline to connect with licensed care for school-age children. Families can call the hotline at 1-888-600-1685. Read on...
COVID-19 Cases Increase in Orange County; Safer at Home Restrictions Remain

Orange County is seeing spikes in COVID-19 cases. Please remember that the state continues to be under Safer at Home Phase 2 restrictions. Read on...
Council Meeting Summary

The Council approved the Inclusive Carrboro Communications and Community Outreach Plan, received the Minority Business Roundtable Report, and allocated more than $180,000 for rental assistance to residents experiencing economic hardships due to COVID-19. Read on...
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Welcome to Carrboro. Be a Good Neighbor.

Welcome to Carrboro. Be a good neighbor. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, essential to being a good neighbor is wearing a face covering; practicing physical distancing; and limiting gatherings to 10 people indoors and 25 people outdoors. Read on...
Town of Carrboro Approves Twelve Local Businesses for Emergency Funds

The Town of Carrboro is pleased to announce that twelve local businesses have been approved for funds from the Emergency Loan and Grant Fund, created to assist Carrboro-based businesses and non-profits that serve Carrboro. The town’s finance team will Read on...
Carrboro Prepares for Potential Impacts from Hurricane Isaias

While we watch for potential local impacts from Hurricane Isaias, the Town of Carrboro’s Public Works and Stormwater Management teams are making sure that culverts and storm drains are clear of debris to reduce flooding. Read on...
The Carrboro Courier

Together with our partners, the Town of Carrboro is responding to community needs during the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more in this special issue of The Carrboro Courier. Read on...
Americans with Disabilities Act Day in Carrboro

Mayor Lydia Lavelle encourages all residents to reaffirm our commitment to accessibility and inclusiveness on Americans with Disabilities Act Day. 2020 marks the 30th anniversary! Read on...
COVID-19 Testing in Carrboro

A COVID-19 testing event will be held from 2 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, at Carrboro High School, 201 Rock Haven Road. Read on...
Council Meeting Summary

The Council approved Juneteenth as a Town holiday, approved a mural on Laurel Avenue in support of Black Lives Matter, and allocated $40,000 in CARES Act funds to nonprofits supporting households impacted by COVID-19. Read on...
Orange County issues new standards for food-service establishments

Orange County has amended its emergency declaration to provide new standards for onsite consumption of food and beverages at restaurants, private clubs, and other food-service establishments. This change takes effect on Friday, July 10. Read on...
Community Reading of Frederick Douglass on July 4th

Mayor Lydia Lavelle will host a virtual gathering of community members for the 7th annual community reading of Frederick Douglass' essay, "The Meaning of the Fourth of July for the Negro." Join us for this Carrboro tradition at 12 noon on July 4th. Read on...
Carrboro relaxes rules temporarily to assist local businesses

The Town of Carrboro is relaxing rules temporarily to give businesses more flexibility in the use of private lands and the opportunity for increased use of and access to public spaces during the coronavirus pandemic. Read on...
Carrboro reaches out to minority businesses with roundtables

The Town of Carrboro recognizes that in order to better serve our minority businesses, we need to learn about their needs and provide support. Read on...
Council Meeting June 23 Summary

The Carrboro Town Council met virtually Tuesday, June 23, to consider an agenda that includes the following highlights. Read on...
Carrboro Shows Its Small Town Pride

A new film offers a view into how a small southern town can create safe spaces while also calling into action the work that still needs to be done. Read on...
Bicycling Basics

Are you new to bicycle riding? Join us for the "Bicycling Basics" webinar set for 1 to 2 p.m. Thursday, July 9. Read on...
Temporary Bikeway Closure during Roundabout Construction

To protect pedestrians and cyclists during roundabout construction, the Frances Shetley Bikeway that leads from the Greensboro Street/Estes Drive intersection to Shelton Street will be closing from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays through June 29. Read on...
Inequality, Policing and Injustice Panel Discussion this Thursday

A moderated panel discussion on inequality, policing and injustice will be held online at 12:30 p.m. Thursday, June 25. Registration is required for this free event. Read on...
Council Meeting June 16 Summary

The Council adopted a resolution outlining next steps in advancing racial equity in law enforcement and public safety in Carrboro. Read on...
Immigrant Heritage Month in Carrboro

Mayor Lydia Lavelle proclaimed June as Immigrant Heritage Month 2020 in Carrboro at the Town Council’s meeting of Thursday, June 18. Read on...
Town of Carrboro Juneteenth Program Now Available

We are pleased to announce a program honoring Juneteenth is now available. Current and former African American elected officials of Orange County have come together to share a Resolution in Recognition of 400 Years of the African American Story. Read on...
Carrboro to Offer Free Virtual Showing of Flight of the Butterflies

Mayor Lydia Lavelle has proclaimed June 22-28 as “Pollinator Week." Carrboro will kick off National Pollinator Week with a free virtual showing of Flight of the Butterflies. Read on...
Community Reading of Frederick Douglass on July 4th

Mayor Lydia Lavelle will host a virtual gathering of community members for the 7th annual community reading of Frederick Douglass' essay, "The Meaning of the Fourth of July for the Negro." Join us for this Carrboro tradition at 12 noon on July 4th. Read on...
Mask distribution underway in Carrboro

The Town of Carrboro is implementing a community mask/face coverings distribution plan developed with guidance from the Town Council. More...
Town of Carrboro Announces Economic Development Director

We're pleased to announce Jon Hartman-Brown as our new Economic Development Director. More ...
Orange County Extends Emergency Declaration, Mandates Face Coverings

The face covering requirement goes into effect on Friday. Mayor Lydia Lavelle thanks everyone for doing their part to keep us all safe. Read on...
June 2 Council Meeting Summary

The Council welcomed community members who shared their perspectives and experiences on how COVID-19 is affecting their lives. The Council is considering solutions and relief for vulnerable populations. This discussion will continue on June 9. Read on...
Gun Violence Awareness Day & Wear Orange Weekend

Join us to observe Gun Violence Awareness Day (June 5) and Wear Orange Weekend (June 5-7) in Carrboro to show your support for efforts to prevent the tragic effects of gun violence. Read on...
Carrboro announces second round recipients of Emergency Loan and Grant Fund

The Town of Carrboro is pleased to announce that 10 small businesses and non-profits will receive a total of $187,500 from a second round of funding to ease the economic impact of COVID-19. Read on...
Mayor Lavelle signs onto pledge to fight racism following death of George Floyd

Carrboro Mayor Lydia Lavelle and more than 70 other North Carolina mayors have issued a joint statement, condemning the actions of Minneapolis police officers in the killing of George Floyd. Read on...
UPDATE: Google Fiber Construction in Carrboro

In December 2019, Google Fiber started construction in the Town of Carrboro. Throughout this process, residents can expect to see Google Fiber crews in various permitted areas. Read on...