Posted on: July 1, 2022
July is Parks and Recreation Month in Carrboro, as proclaimed by Mayor Damon Seils.
“I encourage all residents to enjoy our parks and natural areas, to take advantage of classes, camps, programs, and events provided by the Recreation, P...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: July 1, 2022
The NC Department of Transportation (NCDOT) resurfacing project for E. Main Street and W. Franklin Street is underway; Carolina Sunrock is the project contractor.
The subcontractor Fulcher continues to cut traffic signal sensor loops at intersec...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 27, 2022
CARRBORO, N.C. -- Carrboro Mayor Damon Seils is pleased to announce that the Town of Carrboro will hold its Ninth Annual Community Reading of the Frederick Douglass essay “The Meaning of the Fourth of July for the Negro” on Monday, July 4, 2022. ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 29, 2022
A Carrboro road race is scheduled for 8 a.m. Monday, July 4. Expect traffic delays around this time, and feel free to cheer on the runners!
The race begins in front of McDougle Middle School, winds through downtown Carrboro and its neighborhoods,...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 27, 2022
The Town of Carrboro’s Annual Community Fourth of July Celebration is scheduled to be held on the Carrboro Town Hall grounds on Monday, July 4th from 10:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. The Kickoff Event activities will be held at Weaver Street Market beginning at 9:30 a...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 29, 2022
The Town of Carrboro’s Annual Community Fourth of July Celebration is scheduled to be held on the Carrboro Town Hall grounds on Monday, July 4th from 10:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. The Kickoff Event activities will be held at Weaver Street Market beginning at 9:30 a...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 28, 2022
The Town of Carrboro's administrative offices will be closed Monday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day.
Emergency police, fire and rescue services may be reached by calling 9-1-1
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 28, 2022
The NC Department of Transportation (NCDOT) resurfacing project for E. Main Street and W. Franklin Street is underway; Carolina Sunrock is the project contractor.
The subcontractor Fulcher continues to cut traffic signal sensor loops at intersec...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 28, 2022
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at carrboronc.gov/signup
Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reach the Town Council with ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 27, 2022
June 27, 2022
Last week, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. The decision effectively reverses Roe v. Wade, contradicting nearly 50 years of settled law. As a result, abortion is no longer federally pro...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 21, 2022
Pride Food Rodeo & Dance Party
Small Town Pride in Carrboro and Chapel Hill continues this June with the Pride Food Rodeo & Dance Party from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 24, at Carrboro Town Commons, 301 W. Main St.
To get the party ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 20, 2022
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at carrboronc.gov/signup
Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reach the Town Council with your ideas...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 16, 2022
Current and former BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) elected officials of Orange County have come together to observe Juneteenth by sharing the history of Juneteenth and planning celebrations of local Black history and culture. Defi...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 16, 2022
Help Carrboro kick Pollinator Week off right! Come to the Carrboro Community Garden at Martin Luther King Jr. Park at 1120 Hillsborough Road from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, June 18, for a short presentation and discussion about pollinators. A gardener will sh...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 16, 2022
Pollinator Week will be celebrated June 20-26 in Carrboro, as proclaimed by Mayor Damon Seils.
Did you know that pollinators are responsible for 1 out of every 3 bites of food you take? This is just one of the reasons that pollinators are crucial...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 15, 2022
Small Town Pride in Carrboro and Chapel Hill continues this June with the Pride Food Rodeo & Dance Party from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 24, at Carrboro Town Commons, 301 W. Main St.
To get the party started, join the Bulltown Strutters, a New Orleans-St...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 31, 2022
A coalition of local organizations invites the community to be a part of the second annual Chapel Hill-Carrboro Juneteenth Celebration. The event will be held from 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 19, at Hargraves Community Center, 216 N. Roberson St., Chapel Hil...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 14, 2022
Chapel Hill-Carrboro Juneteenth Celebration
A coalition of local organizations invites the community to be a part of the second annual Chapel Hill-Carrboro Juneteenth Celebration. The event will be held from 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 19, at Hargraves Commun...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 12, 2022
CARRBORO, N.C. -- On Saturday, June 11, 2022, at 8:05 p.m., members of the Carrboro Fire Rescue Department responded to 101 Rock Haven Road, for the report of a structure fire. Additional information was given that significant flames and smoke were visibl...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 9, 2022
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at carrboronc.gov/signup
Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reach the Town Council with ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 9, 2022
“It's amazing that we are now here. Thank you for all the work that has been done. This is really something to be proud of, and the work was done with such positivity all the way through!” - Mayor Damon Seils
CARRBORO, N.C. -- ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 6, 2022
Swearing-in Ceremony to take place Tuesday
Following results of a May 17, 2022, special election, Eliazar Posada will be sworn into office at the beginning of the Carrboro Town Council meeting this week.
The Carrboro Town Council was le...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 6, 2022
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at carrboronc.gov/signup
Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reach the Town Council with your ideas...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 2, 2022
CARRBORO, N.C. -- The Town of Carrboro, continues to present the Music Maker Foundation’s Freight Train Blues series of live concerts every Friday evening through June 10 at the Carrboro Town Commons, 301 W. Main St. The series is a collaboratio...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 3, 2022
Carrboro recognizes Gun Violence Awareness Day on Friday, June 3, as proclaimed by Mayor Damon Seils.
The Town of Carrboro is flying orange flags at Town Hall on Wear Orange Weekend, and the Town of Chapel Hill will host a rally and flag raising ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 2, 2022
June is Immigrant Heritage Month in Carrboro, proclaimed by Mayor Damon Seils.
“I encourage all residents to celebrate the many contributions that immigrants have made in Carrboro and across the country, to learn more about immigrant co...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 1, 2022
“I encourage all residents to celebrate and affirm their LGBTQ family members, friends, and neighbors, and to participate in Small Town Pride events throughout the month,” said Mayor Damon Seils, who has proclaimed June to be Pride Mon...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 31, 2022
Gun Violence Awareness Day in Carrboro
The Town of Carrboro will display orange flags at the entrance of Town Hall on Wear Orange Weekend, and the Town of Chapel Hill will host a rally and flag raising ceremony at Peace and Justice Plaza on East ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 27, 2022
An intense thunderstorm moved through Carrboro and southern Orange County during the morning of Friday, May 27. In addition to lightning strikes, the storm delivered a relatively short duration but high intensity rainfall.
The Town of Carrboro’s ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 27, 2022
Due to weather, the Freight Train Blues concert scheduled this Friday, May 27, is moving to the Cat’s Cradle main room. Cat's Cradle is located at 300 E. Main St. Carrboro, NCAll are welcome! Show starts promptly at 6:30 p.m. S...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 27, 2022
Town of Carrboro government offices will be closed on Monday, May 30, for the Memorial Day holiday.
A Memorial Day program is scheduled at 9 a.m. Monday, May 30, at the Veterans Memorial Site, 2501 Homestead Road, Chapel Hill, NC.
In cas...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 24, 2022
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The Town Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, June 7, 2022, at 7 p.m. in the Town Hall Council Chambers at 301 W. Main St. to receive comments from citizens on the Town Manager’s Recommended Budget for FY2022-23.
Beginning...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 26, 2022
This week (May 23-29) is Period Poverty Awareness Week in Carrboro, proclaimed by Mayor Damon Seils.
“I encourage residents to share appreciation for local period supply banks and their staff, volunteers, and donors, and to contribute generously ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 23, 2022
Freight Train Blues Concert this Friday
Sister Lena Mae Perry of The Branchettes says her gospel music is like medicine. We can use her medicine about now.
Come hear her amazing voice at the Freight Train Blues concert this Friday, May 2...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 24, 2022
CARRBORO, N.C. -- The Carrboro Department of Economic Development has announced a BIPOC Business Roundtable Discussion scheduled for 4 p.m. Tuesday, May 31.
The Town of Carrboro seeks to hear the needs and challenges of Black, Indigenous, Latinx and People...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 24, 2022
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at carrboronc.gov/signup
Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reach the Town Council with ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 20, 2022
Crews for the NC Department of Transportation are scheduled to begin work to improve a prominent stretch of roadway in Carrboro and Chapel Hill. The work will begin Monday, May 23, and run through mid-August.
West Franklin Street/East Main Street...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 16, 2022
An annual tradition during Bike Month in Carrboro, the Bike Breakfast is coming up!
Everyone out on the Libba Cotten Greenway off Robeson Street from 7 to 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 17, is welcome to drop by for breakfast treats! Cycling information an...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 16, 2022
The Town of Carrboro expresses its deepest sympathy following the death of Carrboro Mayor Robert “Bob” Drakeford (April 25, 1945 - May 16, 2022).
Mr. Drakeford made history as Carrboro’s first and only Black mayor, ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 17, 2022
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning, Intersex, Asexual (LGBTQIA+) Pride Month is celebrated nationally and locally each year in June. The Towns of Carrboro and Chapel Hill are collaborating to host a joint celebration featuring in-perso...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 13, 2022
An annual tradition during Bike Month in Carrboro, the Bike Breakfast is coming up!
Everyone out on the Libba Cotten Greenway off Robeson Street from 7 to 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 17, is welcome to drop by for breakfast treats! Cycling information an...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 14, 2022
The Town of Carrboro is proud to present the Music Maker Foundation’s Freight Train Blues series of live concerts every Friday evening May 13 to June 10. The series is a collaboration among the Town of Carrboro Recreation, Parks, & Cultural ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 12, 2022
The Town of Carrboro is seeking feedback from cyclists who have used the protected bike lane along the eastbound lane of Jones Ferry Road.
Take the survey at:
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 10, 2022
The week of May 15-21 is Police Week in the Town of Carrboro.
Mayor Seils stated: “I encourage residents to share their gratitude with the officers and other professionals in the Police Department for promoting the safety of Carrboro’s residents ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 15, 2022
The week of May 15-21 is Public Works Week in the Town of Carrboro, proclaimed by Mayor Damon Seils.
The town is following a national observance, of which the theme is “Ready and Resilient,” highlighting the ability of public works professionals ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 10, 2022
GREENVILLE, NC – The Town of Carrboro was among 29 North Carolina governments to earn recognition in the North Carolina City & County Communicators (NC3C) 2022 Excellence in Communications Awards. The Town of Carrboro won two awards in the Citizen Par...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 9, 2022
Legendary Carrboro Musician Elizabeth “Libba” Cotten to be inducted into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation announced today (Wednesday, May 4, 2022) that legendary Carrboro, North Carolina musician ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 9, 2022
Carrboro's Cycling with the Mayor! Calling all people on bikes! You’re invited to join Mayor Damon Seils and community members at 8 a.m. Tuesday, May 10, for the Mayor’s Bike Ride starting from Carrboro Town Hall, 301 W. Main ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 6, 2022
After multiple rounds of public comment and review by Town staff, advisory boards and commissions, and the Town Council, the Carrboro Connects Adoption Draft is ready to be considered for adoption. It reflects the extensive engagement conducted throughout...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 6, 2022
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at carrboronc.gov/signup
Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reach the Town Council with ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 4, 2022
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation announced today (Wednesday, May 4, 2022) that legendary Carrboro, North Carolina musician Elizabeth “Libba” Cotten will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Ms. Cotten will be honored with...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 4, 2022
The Carrboro Police Department is investigating a sexual assault that occurred in the 600 Block of Jones Ferry Road at approximately 12:05 AM on Wednesday, May 4, 2022. Investigation revealed that the victim was jogging on Jones Ferry Road near Willow Cre...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 4, 2022
The Town of Carrboro was among 13 municipalities recognized by the North Carolina League of Municipalities Local Leadership Foundation in its 2022 Annual Awards program.
Carrboro was recognized with an Honorable Mention for its Town Information C...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 2, 2022
We’re breaking ground on a new library and cultural center!
CARRBORO, N.C. -- Everyone is invited as our community breaks ground on the Orange County Southern Branch Library and Cultural Center at 203 S. Greensboro St.
The groundbreaking ceremony ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 2, 2022
CARRBORO, N.C. -- Mayor Damon Seils has proclaimed May 2-5 to be Small Business Week in Carrboro.
Did you know that 96% of businesses in Carrboro are small businesses, and together they employ more than 3,350 workers? Let's cel...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 30, 2022
News from Orange County NC Government
The longest-running state of emergency declaration in Orange County history will expire at 5 p.m. on Sunday, May 1. Orange County originally declared a state of emergency due to COVID on March 13, 2020, and extended it...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 28, 2022
Each year, a work group with representatives from Orange County, GoTriangle and the Durham-Chapel Hill-Carrboro Metropolitan Planning Organization puts together a work program for transit service and infrastructure improvements that will be funded in the ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 27, 2022
Carrboro Day is Sunday, May 1
Our annual Carrboro Day event will be returning in person this year! The event is scheduled for 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, May 1, at Town Commons, 301 W. Main St.
Carrboro Day is an annual event...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 27, 2022
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at carrboronc.gov/signup
Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reach the Town Council with ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 27, 2022
CARRBORO, N.C. -- Mayor Damon Seils has proclaimed May to be Bike Month in Carrboro. And that’s not all!
- Wednesday, May 4 is Bike to School Day
- May 16-22 is Bike to Work Week
- Friday, May 20 is Bike to Work Day
“I encourage residents to add...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 25, 2022
CARRBORO, N.C. – The Town of Carrboro has officially launched a revamped website www.carrboronc.gov in its continuing commitment to provide exceptional services and enhance transparency, communication and community engagement.
The site r...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 18, 2022
Our annual Carrboro Day event will be returning in person this year! The event is scheduled to occur at Town Commons on Sunday, May 1st from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p. m.
Carrboro Day is an annual event that is traditionally held at Town Commons on the...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 25, 2022
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at carrboronc.gov/signup
Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reach the Town Council with ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 22, 2022
Update from Orange Water and Sewer Authority
Work for the East Main Street Sewer Rehabilitation Project is scheduled to restart at 7 a.m. Saturday, April 23, and continue until 9 p.m. Saturday, April 23.
The work on April 23 will consist of paving...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 18, 2022
CARRBORO, N.C. -- Everyone is invited as we break ground on the Orange County Southern Branch Library and Cultural Center for Carrboro (also named The 203 Project) at 203 S. Greensboro St.
The groundbreaking ceremony is scheduled for 4 p.m. Thurs...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 18, 2022
Carrboro Celebrates Earth Day! April 22 from 5-7:30 pm
Join us at the Carrboro Town Commons to celebrate Earth Day 2022! In partnership with The Climate Reality Project's Orange County chapter, the Town of Carrboro will host an Earth Day Celebration on Apr...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 18, 2022
CARRBORO, N.C. -- A contractor conducting work on Norfolk Southern Railroad crossing that intersects near the 200 block of E. Main Street in Carrboro will close this portion of the roadway on Tuesday and Wednesday, April 19-20.
Detours will be se...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 18, 2022
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at carrboronc.gov/signup
Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reach the Town Council with ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 13, 2022
CARRBORO, N.C. -- Carrboro ranks as a “high performing city” with nearly all (98%) of the residents surveyed rating the Town of Carrboro as excellent or good as a place to live, as a place to raise children (98%), and as a place they f...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 14, 2022
For a few days, you'll need to find somewhere else to do the bunny hop with your bike. The Pump Track located at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park, 1120 Hillsborough Road, will be closed for maintenance from Tuesday, April 19 to Friday April 22.
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 14, 2022
Town of Carrboro government offices will be closed in observance of the Good Friday holiday on Friday, April 15.
Residents who normally receive solid waste collection on Friday will be serviced on Monday, April 18.
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 12, 2022
Not many towns the size of Carrboro can boast their VERY OWN radio station, but we can! To celebrate and support the station, come enjoy the WCOM Friends & Family Festival from 2 to 7 p.m. Saturday, April 23, at Carrboro Town Commons, 301 W. Main St.
T...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 11, 2022
CARRBORO, N.C. -- The Town Economic Development Department in partnership with the Carrboro Business Alliance will be hosting an in-person All Business Briefing for all business in Carrboro from 8 to 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 13, at the Century Center in D...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 11, 2022
Come help us find all the lost eggs!
Saturday, April 16 will be the date of not one, but two community egg hunts this year. The Carrboro Community Egg Hunt originally scheduled for Saturday, April 9 has been moved to&...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 10, 2022
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at carrboronc.gov/signup
Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reach the Town Council with your ideas...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 8, 2022
The Carrboro Community Egg Hunt and the Flashlight Egg Hunt are scheduled to occur on Saturday, April 16.
The Carrboro Community Egg Hunt was originally scheduled for Saturday, April 9. Due to a conflict with the facility, it has been rescheduled...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 8, 2022
Update from the Orange Water and Sewer Authority (OWASA)
Work for the East Main Street Sewer Rehabilitation Project is scheduled to restart at 7 a.m. Saturday (April 9) and continue through 9 p.m. Saturday (April 9).
The project is in the restoration phase ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 7, 2022
At the April 5 Town Council meeting, Council Members resolved to designate April as "Native Plant Month" in Carrboro. The designation recognizes the benefits of native plants to our town's environment and economy. Read the full resolution here h...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 5, 2022
UPDATED: A contractor conducting work on the railroad that intersects near the 200 block of E. Main Street in Carrboro will close this portion of the roadway on Tuesday and Wednesday, April 19-20.
Detours will be set up for local traffic, but com...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 5, 2022
April showers in Carrboro can sometimes result in more than just May flowers. Wet weather can also bring flooding, streambank erosion and property damage. In Carrboro, Stormwater management is always top of mind. We have an entire Stormwater team dedicate...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 4, 2022
Nothing but LOVE for our Tar Heels!
Our fingernails were chewed down to the nubs this past Saturday night when the University of North Carolina Men's Basketball team beat Duke to advance to the NCAA Finals. More than 35,000 people joyfully spille...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 24, 2022
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at carrboronc.gov/signup
Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reach the Town Cou...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 1, 2022
Update from the Orange Water and Sewer Authority (OWASA)
Work for the East Main Street Sewer Rehabilitation Project is scheduled to restart at 7 a.m. Saturday (April 2) and continue through 4 p.m. Saturday (April 2).
The project is shifting into the restora...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 1, 2022
There’s a poem in this place—in the footfalls in the hallsin the quiet beat of the seats.It is here, at the curtain of day,where America writes a lyricyou must whisper to say.
Amanda Gorman from “In This Place" (An American Lyric)
CARRBORO, N.C. – Carr...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 20, 2022
CARRBORO, N.C. -- Earth Day will be celebrated from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 22, at the Carrboro Town Commons, 301 W. Main St., with a wide array of food vendors; information tables, displays and demonstrations; and a children’s parade at 6 ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 31, 2022
Carrboro Public Works has installed a temporary speed table on the 100 block of James Street.
The speed table, installed on Wednesday, March 30, is the remaining element of the interim traffic calming measures for the Barred Owl Creek Neighborhoo...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 28, 2022
Open Streets is coming Sunday, April 3!
We are excited for Open Streets 2022! Please mark your calendars and join us for our in-person event from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, April 3. We will close East and West Weaver Street to vehicles and reopen thi...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 24, 2022
News from the Orange County Human Relations Commission
This year's Pauli Murray Awards will be held virtually via Zoom Webinar on Sunday, March 27, 2022, at 3 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. Visit this link to register: http://ow.ly...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 24, 2022
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at carrboronc.gov/signup
Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reach the Town Cou...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 23, 2022
We are excited for Open Streets 2022! Please mark your calendars and join us for our in-person event from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, April 3. We will close East and West Weaver Street to vehicles and reopen this public space for recreation!
About Open StreetsT...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 23, 2022
CARRBORO, N.C. -- The Carrboro Town Council has passed a resolution to recognize Saturday, March 26, 2022 from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. as Earth Hour in Carrboro.
Every year, at 8:30 p.m. local time on the last Saturday of March, Earth Hour asks people ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 13, 2022
It was too hard to celebrate all the flavors of African American, African, and Caribbean cuisine in just one week. That's why the Triangle event has now been expanded to a 10-day showcase. From April 22 to May 1, you are invited to discover and enjoy Blac...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 21, 2022
Local governing boards approve new library and cultural center for Carrboro
Separate votes by the Carrboro Town Council and the Orange County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday, March 15, 2022, gave final approval to a new Orange County Southern Branch Libr...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 21, 2022
Bring your confidential documents for free, safe and contact-free destruction and recycling.
Orange County Solid Waste has scheduled the following Shred-a-thons:
- 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 26 at the Park & Ride Lot, 1768 Euban...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 21, 2022
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at carrboronc.gov/signup
Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reach the Town Council with ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 17, 2022
Joint News Release from the Town of Carrboro and Orange County
CARRBORO, N.C. -- Separate votes by the Carrboro Town Council and the Orange County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday, March 15, 2022, gave final approval to a new Orange County South...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 18, 2022
News from the Orange Water and Sewer Authority
Work for the East Main Street Sewer Rehabilitation Project is scheduled to restart at 8 p.m. Friday (March 18) and continue through 6 a.m. Monday (March 21).
One lane of East Main Street will remain o...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 16, 2022
Mayor Damon Seils has declared Friday, March 18, 2022, Transit Driver Appreciation Day and March 14-18, 2022, as Chapel Hill Transit Operator and Maintenance Team Member Appreciation Week in Carrboro.
“I encourage all resident...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 14, 2022
The Town of Carrboro, North Carolina, will present the Music Maker Foundation’s Freight Train Blues series of live concerts every Friday evening between May 13 and June 10 at the Carrboro Town Commons, 301 W. Main St. The series is a collaborati...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 10, 2022
Countdown to Spring begins!
This year, Spring will arrive on Sunday, March 20, at 11:33 A.M. EDT. Does this mean we can officially put away our cold-weather clothes?
Stay tuned!
###
Carrboro Town Council passes resolution in solidarity with Ukraine
T...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 11, 2022
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at carrboronc.gov/signup
Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reach the Town Council with your ideas...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 11, 2022
OWASA News Update
Work for the East Main Street Sewer Rehabilitation Project is postponed for this weekend, March 11-14, due to expected rain throughout the weekend. We expect to resume construction the following weekend, March 18-21.
Please keep ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 11, 2022
Calling all aspiring and early-stage entrepreneurs! The Town of Carrboro is partnering with The Business Accelerator Group (BAG) and the Durham Tech Small Business Center to host some business accelerator programs starting in April.
Get practical, actionab...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 10, 2022
Got Questions about Invasive Plants in Carrboro?
Want to learn more about how to control invasive plants in your yard?
Interested in learning about volunteer opportunities?
Connect with volunteers from Chapelboro Tree Rescue (ht...
Read on...
Additional Info...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 8, 2022
CARRBORO, N.C. -- The Carrboro Town Council passed a resolution on Tuesday, March 8, in solidarity with Ukraine and in opposition to the Russian invasion, assault and atrocities against the Ukrainian peoples.
The resolution states: "The Town...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 8, 2022
Are you a contractor who performs stormwater-related work?
The Town of Carrboro Stormwater Division is requesting applications from qualified contractors who are available to perform stormwater-related work on a residential scale and wish to be l...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 3, 2022
Carrboro Annual Kite Fly
Celebrate National Kite Flying Month (a couple of weeks early) by flying a kite! This welcome-to-spring event of the Carrboro Recreation, Parks and Cultural Resources Department provides plenty of fun. Bring a kite and help fill th...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 7, 2022
The week of March 6-12 is North Carolina’s Severe Weather Preparedness Week. During the week, the National Weather Service https://www.weather.gov/rah/ and its partners will focus on topics to ensure you are ready for the upcoming severe weather season. T...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 7, 2022
CARRBORO, N.C. -- Following a comprehensive recruitment effort, the Town Council has selected Wesley Barker as Carrboro’s new town clerk.
Since sworn into service on March 1, 2022, he has been busy organizing his office at Carrboro Tow...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 7, 2022
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at carrboronc.gov/signup
Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reach the Town Council with your ideas...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 4, 2022
News from Orange Water and Sewer Authority
Construction for the East Main Street Sewer Rehabilitation Project is progressing and most work has now been completed on East Main Street from Greensboro Street through the intersection with Roberson Street.
Begin...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 3, 2022
The Town of Carrboro’s biennial street resurfacing project has started and will be underway through April.
Carrboro residents will be notified at least 48 hours before the resurfacing on their road beings, with notices placed on the win...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 2, 2022
3/11/2022 Update: Masks will still be required on public transportation until April 18, 2022.
HILLSBOROUGH, N.C. March 2, 2022 ? Effective Monday, March 7, 2022, Orange County will no longer require masks in public, indoor spaces if key COVID-19 ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 1, 2022
Many thanks to the some 80 residents who came out for Carrboro Conversations held Feb. 23-24, 2022!
Town Manager Richard J. White III welcomed attendees at the virtual drop-in session, as well as the two in-person drop-in sessions at Carrboro Tow...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 28, 2022
Carrboro Named One of America's Top 5 Small Arts Towns
CARRBORO, N.C. – In a recent special report, 24/7 Tempo named Carrboro one of the country’s Top 5 Small Arts Towns. The town shares the honor with such ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 25, 2022
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at carrboronc.gov/signup
Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reach the Town Council with your ideas...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 28, 2022
CARRBORO, N.C. – In a recent special report, 24/7 Tempo named Carrboro one of the country’s Top 5 Small Arts Towns. The town shares the honor with such creative outposts as Santa Fe, N.M., and Marfa, Texas.
To determine the best small a...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 25, 2022
The Town of Carrboro has installed two new EV Charging Stations!
The stations are located at the parking lot of Martin Luther King Jr. Park, 1120 Hillsborough Road, and at the 604 Rosemary St. gravel public parking lot with entrance from Sunset Drive.&...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 3, 2022
News from the Orange Water and Sewer Authority (OWASA)
Work for the East Main Street Sewer Rehabilitation Project is scheduled to restart at 8 p.m. Friday (Feb 25) and continue through 6 a.m. Monday (Feb 28).
Work is progressing into the intersect...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 24, 2022
Low-Cost Rabies Clinic for Pets
Protect your fur baby and save money to boot! The Orange County Animal Services will be offering a discount clinic for rabies shots and microchips this Saturday, February 26.
Get more details at https://www.orangec...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 23, 2022
Mayor Damon Seils has declared Feb. 28 to March 4 as National Invasive Species Awareness Week in Carrboro.
National Invasive Species Awareness Week is an international event created to raise awareness about invasive species, the threat that they pose, and ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 21, 2022
Community invited to Carrboro Conversations
Note: A new topic has been added to Carrboro Conversations. The process to advance Carrboro's affordable housing goals calls for researching town-owned property for possible future development. Learn more about t...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 18, 2022
Orange County local elected leaders, after meeting with Orange County Health Director Quintana Stewart, have opted to leave the county’s indoor mask mandate in place and to continue to meet and reassess the situation on an ongoing basis.
Key metrics in Ora...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 16, 2022
Note: A new topic has been added to Carrboro Conversations for the in-person sessions scheduled on Thursday, Feb. 24. The process to advance Carrboro's affordable housing goals calls for researching town-owned property for possible future develop...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 18, 2022
On Tuesday, Feb. 22, 2022, the Carrboro Town Council will hold a remote public hearing to continue to receive public comment and discuss the Draft Carrboro Connects Comprehensive Plan. The meeting will be held virtually at 7 p.m.
View the latest ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 16, 2022
CARRBORO, N.C. (Feb. 16, 2022) – One year ago today, this video youtu.be/T6MkHBxPkbY was played at a Carrboro Town Council meeting to dedicate the new Black Lives Matter (BLM) murals.
In 2020, the Carrboro Town Council directed that the...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 17, 2022
Show your love for Orange County’s waterways during the first-ever Orange County Creek Week, held March 12-19.
Come volunteer, hike, learn, and celebrate with a variety of activities the entire family can enjoy. The week of events is d...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 16, 2022
Carrboro Conversations kicks off this month with opportunities to meet virtually or in person to chat with Town of Carrboro staff about current issues.
These are drop-in community sharing sessions with the Town of Carrboro.
Carrboro Conv...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 15, 2022
CARRBORO, N.C. (Feb. 12, 2022) – On a bright, sunny Saturday morning, El Centro Hispano unveiled its new ToolBank program.
Many community members and elected leaders were on hand to cheer and celebrate the program’s j...
Posted on: February 21, 2022
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at townofcarrboronc.gov/signup
Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reach the Town Council...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 14, 2022
Share Some Carrboro Love This Valentine's Day!
Looking for a creative, hyper-local sweet gift for your sweetums? Look no further! As part of the #CarrboroLove campaign, local businesses are making donations to local charities, offering "made ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 15, 2022
BIPOC Elected Officials of Orange County, N.C. Present “Let America Be America Again” for Black History Month
For Black History Month 2022, the BIPOC elected officials of Orange County, N.C., have released their video presentation of the Langston...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 9, 2022
Related Note from the Town of Carrboro: FREE N95 masks are available from the CVS at Carr Mill Mall while supplies last. Over the past two weeks, Carrboro Housing & Community Services and the Carrboro Fire-Rescue Department have coor...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 4, 2022
Mayor Seils Proclaims Black History Month in Carrboro
Mayor Damon Seils has declared Black History Month in Carrboro this February.
“I encourage all residents to participate in local Black History Month events and to learn about and celebrate the ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 4, 2022
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at carrboronc.gov/signup
Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reach the Town Council with ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 3, 2022
News from the Orange Water and Sewer Authority (OWASA)
Construction for the East Main Street Sewer Rehabilitation Project is anticipated to begin on the night of Feb. 11, 2022, and be completed by June 2022. That timeline could be extended by wea...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 2, 2022
The Carrboro Town Council expressed its gratitude to outgoing Town Clerk Catherine “Cathy” Dorando for more than a decade of service as Town Clerk to the Town of Carrboro. The honoring resolution was presented on Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2022....
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 1, 2022
The Town of Carrboro is celebrating Black History Month throughout February.
Since its beginnings as a weeklong recognition by historian Carter G. Woodson in 1926, Black History Month has grown to include opportunities for education, reflection and celebra...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 1, 2022
Mayor Damon Seils has declared Black History Month in Carrboro this February.
“I encourage all residents to participate in local Black History Month events and to learn about and celebrate the lives, history, and contributions of Black people dur...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 31, 2022
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at townofcarrboro.org/signup
Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reach the Tow...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 28, 2022
Motorist Safety Tips
Safety is a shared responsibility. Motorists need to be watchful for pedestrians and bicyclists, drive at slower speeds, avoid distraction, and know the laws regarding when pedestrians or bicyclists have the right-of-way.
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 28, 2022
For the most up-to-date weather information, please visit the National Weather Service - Raleigh at weather.gov/rahwinter
Friday (Jan. 28) Morning UPDATE -- A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for our area.
National Weather Service f...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 28, 2022
Do you need assistance paying your water bill?
The Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) can help!
LIHWAP is a temporary emergency program that will help eligible households and families a?ord water and wastewater services, provi...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 26, 2022
Following a brief pause in indoor programming and events, the Town of Carrboro Department of Recreation, Parks, & Cultural Resources will resume indoor programming and reservations effective January 31.
On January 18, prior to Winter/Spring session cla...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 25, 2022
CARRBORO, N.C. -- The Town of Carrboro welcomes the community to join us as we host Celebrating Black America for Black History Month.
On Thursday, Feb. 10, from 6 to 8 p.m., the town will host local history scholars and community leaders to view Fred Mors...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 23, 2022
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at townofcarrboro.org/signup
Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reach the Town Council with your i...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 20, 2022
As Duke Energy's team of meteorologists continue to monitor the next winter storm's development, Duke Energy crews are making preparations to safely handle any winter weather-related service interruptions.
This storm will again feature sn...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 20, 2022
For the most up-to-date weather information, please visit the National Weather Service - Raleigh at weather.gov/rahwinter
Friday (Jan. 21) Afternoon UPDATE -- A Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect through 4 a.m. Saturday.
Forecasters predic...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 19, 2022
CARRBORO, N.C. -- Starting on Feb. 1, 2022, the Town of Carrboro website and emails will change their domain to .gov from .org.
The new domain will be CarrboroNC.gov. The .org website and emails are still operational and will be until further not...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 18, 2022
In response to the increased number of COVID cases related to the Omicron variant, all Town of Carrboro Recreation, Parks, & Cultural Resources indoor programs and reservations are being suspended through January 30.
Participants currently signed up fo...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 18, 2022
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at townofcarrboro.org/signup
Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reach the Town Council with your i...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 18, 2022
CARRBORO, N.C. -- Mayor Damon Seils has proclaimed Jan. 18, 2022, the Tuesday following Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, as “National Day of Racial Healing” in Carrboro and encourages all residents to share ideas, knowledge, and points of ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 15, 2022
For the most up-to-date weather information, please visit the National Weather Service - Raleigh at weather.gov/rah
Sunday (Jan. 16) Morning UPDATE -- Freezing rain and sleet will limit the amount of snow expected to fall in our area Sun...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 14, 2022
Town of Carrboro offices will be closed on Monday, Jan. 17, for the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday.
Monday's yard waste will be collected on Tuesday, Jan. 18.
- You're invited to join a Town of Carrboro virtual celebratio...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 12, 2022
The Carrboro Town Council passed a resolution on Tuesday, Jan. 11, recognizing National Mentoring Month in Carrboro and encouraging the recruitment of caring adult mentors throughout the community.
January 2022 marks the 20th anniversary of National Mentor...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 5, 2022
As a reminder to the community, the Town of Carrboro requires all employees and visitors accessing Town facilities indoors to wear masks, regardless of vaccination status. Social distancing (maintaining a six-foot distance between individuals) is also req...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 12, 2022
Town of Carrboro offices will be closed on Monday, Jan. 17, for the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday.
Monday's yard waste collection will be picked up on Tuesday, Jan. 18.
- You're invited to join a Town of Carrboro virtual...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 3, 2022
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at townofcarrboro.org/signup
Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Rea...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 5, 2022
CARRBORO, N.C. – Legendary North Carolina musician Elizabeth “Libba” Cotten was celebrated on Wednesday, Jan. 5, by her hometown on her birthday anniversary.
Around the historical marker in downtown Carrboro to hear...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 5, 2022
HILLSBOROUGH, N.C. Jan. 5, 2022 ? COVID-19 cases have risen 587% since the end of November in Orange County, with 1,010 new cases reported last week. Orange County health officials urge the public to take steps now to protect themselves and others and to ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 4, 2022
Photo Credit: "Courtesy Mike Seeger Collection, photographer unknown."
Libba Cotten Day in Carrboro
Legendary North Carolina musician Elizabeth “Libba” Cotten is being feted by her hometown with her very own day on this birthday anniversary.&n...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 3, 2022
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at townofcarrboro.org/signup
Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Rea...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 3, 2022
CARRBORO, N.C. – Legendary North Carolina musician Elizabeth “Libba” Cotten is being feted by her hometown with her very own day on this birthday anniversary.
Mayor Damon Seils is officially proclaiming Wednesday, Ja...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: December 17, 2021
The Town of Carrboro’s administrative offices will be closed Thursday, Dec. 23, Friday, Dec. 24, Monday, Dec. 27, and Friday, Dec. 31, for the holidays.
Emergency police, fire and rescue services may be reached by calling 9-1-1.
Househol...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: December 17, 2021
CARRBORO, N.C. -- The Carrboro Town Council has announced 30 small businesses will be receiving grants from the COVID-19 Mitigation Business Grant program.
The Town Council voted on Tuesday, Dec. 14, to approve a list of 30 small businesses to re...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: December 15, 2021
CARRBORO, N.C. -- About 4,000 square feet of sidewalks around Carrboro are being repaired in a project underway now through the end of January 2022.
Included in the $75,000 maintenance and repair project are sidewalks, wheelchair ramps,...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: December 10, 2021
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at townofcarrboro.org/signup
Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Rea...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: December 8, 2021
Have you noticed leaf piles around town? It’s certainly that time of year. The Town of Carrboro would like to remind everyone that leaves should not be piled into traffic lanes, bike lanes or sidewalks, as they become a dangerous public safety hazard.
“Ple...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 24, 2021
The Town of Carrboro is bringing back the Carrboro People Photo Album for the holidays! Send photos of yourself or your pod and family (including pets) to be included!
The 2020 album – posted at https://youtu.be/yw3S7a65nLs -- debuted i...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: December 6, 2021
The post-election swearing in of the Town of Carrboro Mayor and Council Members will occur at an organizational meeting set for 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 7, in the Council Chamber of Carrboro Town Hall, 301 W. Main St., Carrboro, NC 27510.
Taking thei...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: December 3, 2021
Carrboro To Survey Residents about Town Services
What do you think of Town services? The Town of Carrboro seeks to find out through a survey being issued to a random sampling of residents.
Results are used in Town planning efforts to ide...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 29, 2021
Orange County's new Longtime Homeowner Assistance Program (LHAP) provides property tax bill assistance to assist households affected by the 2021 countywide property revaluation. The Orange County Board of Commissioners initiated the LHA...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 27, 2021
CARRBORO, N.C. -- Today, the Carrboro Business Alliance (CBA) launched the new Carrboro Cheer Gift Guide (CarrboroCheer.com), which showcases more than 70 curated, local Carrboro gift ideas for the holiday shopping season. The Gift Guide is part of Carrbo...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 24, 2021
News from the Orange County Health Department
HILLSBOROUGH, N.C. Nov. 22, 2021 ? The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has authorized and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC)?has?recommended?booster vaccine shots?for all adults 18 and older to ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 19, 2021
Thanksgiving Holiday Service Changes
The Town of Carrboro will observe the Thanksgiving holiday on Thursday and Friday, Nov. 25-26.
Town Hall and other administrative offices will be closed.
Residential Trash will be collected two days prior to you...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 22, 2021
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at townofcarrboro.org/signup
Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reach the Tow...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 22, 2021
The Town of Carrboro is collecting information on how funds provided from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) can best address difficulties caused by COVID-19.
The Town is reaching out to hear your views for the best uses of ARPA funds. An initia...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 18, 2021
CARRBORO, N.C. -- Carrboro Film Fest is bringing the movies back to Carrboro this November! Now in its 16th year, the main festival will run Friday to Sunday, Nov. 19-21 at The ArtsCenter, and includes six feature films and four blocks of short ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 17, 2021
CARRBORO, N.C. -- In the interest of advancing racial equity in law enforcement and public safety, the Town of Carrboro has established a Community Safety Task Force.
“We are looking for new approaches to public safety beyond policing,&...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 16, 2021
CARRBORO, N.C. -- Mayor Lydia Lavelle has proclaimed Saturday, Nov. 27, 2021, (the Saturday after Thanksgiving) as Small Business Saturday in Carrboro.
“I urge the residents of our community to support small businesses and merchants on Small Busi...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 15, 2021
CARRBORO, N.C. -- The Gallop & Gorge 8K race is scheduled for 8 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 25.
Expect traffic delays around this time on W. Weaver Street and Main Street. Feel free to cheer on the runners!
There are two ways you can participate in the run:
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 12, 2021
Carrboro Film Fest Preparing for Big Return
Carrboro Film Fest is bringing the movies back to Carrboro this November! Now in its 16th year, Carrboro Film Festival will run from Friday Nov. 19 to Sunday, Nov. 21, at The ArtsCenter, and includes si...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 15, 2021
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at townofcarrboro.org/signup
Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reach the Tow...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 12, 2021
CARRBORO, N.C. -- We’re celebrating Carrboro's first new electric vehicle (EV) DC fast-charging station! It’s located at Carrboro Plaza, 104 NC Highway 54, Carrboro, NC 27510.
Watch our video from the November 12, 2021 ribbon cutting event at htt...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 19, 2021
CARRBORO, N.C. -- Saturday, Nov. 20, is Transgender Day of Remembrance in the Town of Carrboro, as proclaimed by Mayor Lydia Lavelle.
Mayor Lavelle asks all residents to reflect on the challenges facing the transgender members of our community, a...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 11, 2021
CARRBORO, N.C. -- Mayor Lydia Lavelle has proclaimed Veterans Day on Thursday, Nov. 11, 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. Thank you ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 5, 2021
Greene Tract Community Open House
Please join us for a Community Open House on the future of the Greene Tract. Two opportunities to participate are scheduled:
- First meeting: In-Person Sunday, Nov. 7 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the RENA Community Center located at 1...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 3, 2021
CARRBORO, N.C. -- The 29th Biannual Carrboro CD and Record Show will be held from noon to 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 7. in the Carrboro Century Center, 100 N. Greensboro St. in downtown Carrboro. Admission is free. Masks are required during the event.
The event w...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 1, 2021
CARRBORO, N.C. -- The Town of Carrboro Economic Development Department announces the opening of the application period for the much-anticipated COVID-19 Mitigation Business Grants. The grants are provided through additional funding the Town has received f...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 29, 2021
Election Day is Nov. 2, 2021
Information from the Orange County Board of Elections
Orange County offers early voting to all registered Orange County voters who wish to vote early, in-person rather than voting absentee by mail or on Election Day.&a...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 1, 2021
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at townofcarrboro.org/signup
Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reach the Tow...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 26, 2021
CARRBORO, N.C. -- The Town of Carrboro will participate in a community bike ride starting from Carrboro Town Hall (301 W. Main Street) at 4:15 p.m. Friday, Oct. 29.
The purpose of the ride – organized by the Carrboro Bike Coalition/Bike...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 25, 2021
Please join us for a Community Open House on the future of the Greene Tract. Two opportunities to participate are scheduled:
- First meeting: In-Person Sunday, Nov. 7 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the RENA Community Center located at 101 Edgar Street. (rain date of Su...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 25, 2021
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at townofcarrboro.org/signup
Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reach the Tow...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 22, 2021
Carrboro Film Fest Scheduled for Nov. 19-21
Carrboro Film Fest is bringing the movies back to Carrboro this November! Now in its 16th year, Carrboro Film Fest begins with a special Early Fest Screening of the local documentary We Are Here at the ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 21, 2021
Mark your calendars - the Carrboro Farmers' Market hours are changing soon!
- The last day of Saturday main season hours, 7 am to noon, will be Saturday, Oct. 30
- Saturday winter hours, 9 am to noon, begin on Saturday, Nov. 6, and ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 20, 2021
Consistent with their commitment to equity and inclusion, the Towns of Chapel Hill and Carrboro and Orange County Government are taking steps together to center racial equity in the Human Services Funding Program. The Human Services Program provides fundi...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 21, 2021
CARRBORO, N.C. -- Carrboro Film Fest is bringing the movies back to Carrboro this November! Now in its 16th year, Carrboro Film Fest begins with a special Early Fest Screening of the local documentary We Are Here at the Varsity Theatre on Nov. 5...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 15, 2021
The United Poetry Service - Poems for the People
Join us Oct. 15-16 for online and outdoor events for our 2021 FestivalThe Carrboro Poetry Council presents the West End Poetry Festival Oct. 15-16, 2021. The Council is composed of current Carrboro...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 18, 2021
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at townofcarrboro.org/signup
Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reach the Tow...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 13, 2021
The United Poetry Service - Poems for the People
Join us Oct. 15-16 for online and outdoor events for our 2021 FestivalThe Carrboro Poetry Council presents the West End Poetry Festival Oct. 15-16, 2021. The Council is composed of current Carrboro...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 7, 2021
Governor Cooper and Congressman Price Visit Carrboro's Community School
Carrboro enjoyed a visit Thursday from NC Governor Roy Cooper and US Representative David Price. Learn more about the announcement https://bit.ly/3aejVpD of new funding for early child...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 8, 2021
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at townofcarrboro.org/signup
Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reach the Tow...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 7, 2021
The Town Council of Carrboro recognizes Monday, Oct. 11, as “Indigenous Peoples' Day” in Carrboro.
The Council strongly supports the proposition that Indigenous Peoples' Day shall be an opportunity to celebrate the thr...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 7, 2021
Sunday, Oct. 10, is Marriage Equality Day in Carrboro!
On Oct. 10, 2014, Federal Judge Max Cognburn struck down NC’s gay marriage ban as unconstitutional. Advocates for marriage equality rejoiced, and the Town of Carrboro hoisted the rainbow flags. The lov...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 1, 2021
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at townofcarrboro.org/signup
Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Rea...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 1, 2021
Local community organizations are excited to announce the completion of a new mural honoring Black civic leaders from Carrboro and Chapel Hill.
Painted by artist Kiara Sanders, the African American Trailblazers mural celebrates twelve people who ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: September 30, 2021
The United Poetry Service - Poems for the People
Join us Oct. 15-16 for online and outdoor events for our 2021 FestivalThe Carrboro Poetry Council presents the West End Poetry Festival Oct. 15-16, 2021. The Council is composed of current Carrboro...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: September 30, 2021
Local community organizations are excited to announce the completion of a new mural honoring Black civic leaders from Carrboro and Chapel Hill.
Painted by artist Kiara Sanders, the African American Trailblazers mural celebrates twelve people who ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: September 23, 2021
Carrboro Celebrates Minority Enterprise Development Week
“Minority Enterprise Development Week” is recognized Sept. 19-25 in the Town of Carrboro, as proclaimed by Mayor Lydia Lavelle.
“I encourage all residents to honor the achievements of minori...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: September 24, 2021
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at townofcarrboro.org/signup
Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reach the Tow...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: September 24, 2021
Get Involved!
The Town of Carrboro is recruiting for Town Advisory Boards and Commissions. Serving on a board or committee is a great opportunity to connect with community and participate in local government!
We have openings on the following:
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: September 23, 2021
CARRBORO, N.C. -- The Carrboro Department of Economic Development has announced a BIPOC Business Roundtable Discussion scheduled for 4 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 30.
The Town of Carrboro seeks to hear the needs and challenges of Black, Indigenous, Lati...
Read on...
Additional Info...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: September 22, 2021
“Minority Enterprise Development Week” is recognized Sept. 19-25 in the Town of Carrboro, as proclaimed by Mayor Lydia Lavelle.
“I encourage all residents to honor the achievements of minority business owners and to ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: September 21, 2021
We’re going virtual! Due to weather forecasts, the Wednesday, Sept. 22, Carrboro Connects Community Open House has been moved online.
We want your feedback on the Preliminary Draft Plan! Join us for a VIRTUAL Community Open House on Wedn...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: September 17, 2021
Greetings from Our New Town Manager
Hello! After serving the past couple weeks as Carrboro Town Manager, I’d like to introduce myself. I am grateful and excited to join with the Town Council, town staff, and you to achieve extraordinary outcomes ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: September 20, 2021
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at townofcarrboro.org/signup
Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reach the Tow...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: September 16, 2021
The City-County Communications & Marketing Association (3CMA) presented the Town of Carrboro with an award in its national competition.
Announced during a ceremony at the 3CMA national conference held in St. Louis on Thursday, Sept. 9, the To...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: September 14, 2021
The One Orange Countywide Racial Equity Plan: A Framework for Moving Forward is being developed with a commitment to uncover and address implicit biases in our institutions to ensure that race no longer can be used to predict life outcomes in our communit...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: September 13, 2021
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at townofcarrboro.org/signup
Civic involvement is a valued tradition in our community. Reac...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: September 9, 2021
Hello! After serving the past couple weeks as Carrboro Town Manager, I’d like to introduce myself. I am grateful and excited to join with the Town Council, town staff, and you to achieve extraordinary outcomes in our community.
Twenty years ago, ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: August 31, 2021
The Carrboro Fire-Rescue Department will conduct a live burn on the Carrboro Public Works property, 7917 Old NC-86, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Friday, Sept. 3.
In addition to providing fire training, research on carcinogen exposures will be conducted...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: August 30, 2021
The Town of Carrboro is accepting applications for the Youth Advisory Board. The board meets (virtually) once a month (currently, the first Tuesday at 4 p.m.).
The Carrboro Youth Advisory Board plans the annual MLK Youth Event with the NAACP Yout...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: August 26, 2021
CARRBORO, NC -- North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper stopped by Pizzeria Mercato in Carrboro today (Thursday, Aug. 26) and talked with owner Gabe Barker about his experience during the pandemic and what they’re doing now to keep the community safe. Mercato ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: August 18, 2021
CARRBORO, N.C. -- Carrboro High School at 201 Rock Haven Road is sporting a new mural, ready the return to in-person classes beginning on Aug. 23.
The mural is a gift from the Carrboro High School Class of 2021, students who had not been in school most of ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: August 17, 2021
If you live in a community with a Town Information Center (TIC) – or maybe one is on your regular walking route and you take an occasional look – please feel free to offer feedback about them.
The Town of Carrboro has installed four Tow...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: August 6, 2021
Beginning Monday, Aug. 9, the Town of Carrboro will require all employees and visitors accessing Town facilities indoors to wear masks, regardless of vaccination status. Social distancing (maintaining a six-foot distance between individuals) is also requi...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: July 29, 2021
When you visit the Town of Carrboro website, what’s your experience? Is it easy to find what you need and do the things you want?
The Town is evaluating www.townofcarrboro.org for a future update and seeks your feedback.
An online survey, which takes about ...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: July 26, 2021
A new mural will start to take shape this week at 111 S. Merritt Mill Road, where Chapel Hill and Carrboro meet. The mural will celebrate 12 Black trailblazers who helped shape and improve our community. Triangle-based artist Kiara Sanders will be working...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 6, 2020
Nov. 17 Meeting Agenda and Past Meeting Summary
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at www.townofcarrboro.org/signup
Civic invol...
Read on...
Carrboro Town News
