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We are a County of DOers! We πŸ’™ πŸ’š #Durham #DCo and our wonderfully diverse citizens! Durham County, how can we help you Live, Grow and Thrive today? πŸƒπŸŒ‡

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Tomorrow, Tuesday March 3 is Election Day for the 2026 Statewide Primary and Election. Polling locations will be open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Voters in line by 7:30 p.m. will be permitted to vote. For more information to know before you vote visit: www.dcovotes.dconc.gov/Home/Compone...

02.03.2026 20:40 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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There’s still time to vote early in the 2026 Primary and Election! Early voting runs through tomorrow, Saturday, February 28. Early voting details: www.dcovotes.dconc.gov/voters/votin...

27.02.2026 19:52 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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30-Minute All-Levels Cardio Dance Workout Get ready for a serious cardio workout with Stacey Beaman, cofounder of PlyoJam. This is dance powered by plyometrics and is guaranteed to burn a ton of calories. No matter what your dance background is, you'll be able to keep up with these easy-to-follow combos! Let go of your inhibitions and get ready to jump, shimmy, and feel the beat. For more from Stacey and PlyoJam visit: www.plyojam.com/pop-sugar/ www.instagram.com/plyojam www.instagram.com/staceybeaman/ On Deja: Varley outfit & APL shoes On Stacey: Plyojam tank & Asics shoes On Christina: Good HYouman tank, Carbon 38 tights, & Reebok shoes POPSUGAR Fitness offers fresh fitness tutorials, workouts, and exercises that will help you on your road to healthy living, weight loss, and stress relief. Check out Class FitSugar, our do-it-along-with-us real-time workout show hosted by Anna Renderer, who will inspire you to sweat alongside fitness experts and Hollywood’s hottest celebrity trainers. Class FitSugar regularly covers the most buzzed-about workout classes and trends, including the Victoria's Secret workout, Tabata, P90X, Bar Method, and more. Subscribe to POPSUGAR Fitness! https://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=popsugartvfit Like us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/PopSugarFitness/ Check us out on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/popsugarfitness/ Eat Clean with POPSUGAR Get a full two-week clean-eating plan with our brand-new app! 70 recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, and treats, simple shopping lists, and more! Get the app here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/clean-eating-plan-and-recipes/id1262482098?mt=8 Visit POPSUGAR! https://www.popsugar.com/fitness/30-Minute-All-Levels-Jump-Dance-Cardio-Workout-46370858

Good morning! Let's start this morning with some movement for our health! It's Fitness Friday with
@durhamhealthnc.bsky.social. Get ready for a serious cardio, dance workout powered by plyometrics that's sure to get you sweating. Join in anytime here: tinyurl.com/t7jb3pd4

27.02.2026 14:39 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We want to hear from you! Tell us your top community priorities for the FY 2026–27 budget by taking the annual resident budget survey. Share your input by May 26! Scan the QR code or follow this link, www.surveymonkey.com/r/XB8J5WH, to fill out the survey.

26.02.2026 14:48 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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It's Webinar Wellness Wednesday! Join
@durhamhealthnc.bsky.social
for an interactive webinar at 10 a.m. Discover why self-care is essential for your physical and mental health. You’ll leave with a personalized self-care toolkit to boost your well-being. Register: tinyurl.com/3fmavcs4

25.02.2026 14:25 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Creek Week is March 14–21! This annual event invites everyone to learn about, explore, and help protect our local waterways. DCo Stormwater is hosting several activities, including the Connected Currents Panel, the Creek Critter Crawl, and more. More info: www.keepdurhambeautiful.org/creek-week-e...

24.02.2026 20:07 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Happy Fitness Friday with @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social! This Zumba Gold workout is suitable for active older adults or beginners who are looking for a safe, fun, lower intensity, and easy-to-follow dance fitness workout. Hope you enjoy this workout! Join in here: www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

20.02.2026 14:35 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Good morning! It's Webinar Wellness Wednesday with @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social. In today's webinar at 1:00 p.m., uncover the key differences between unhealthy and healthy relationships. Register here ➑️ register.gotowebinar.com/register/156...

18.02.2026 15:11 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Durham County Soil and Water Conservation District wants to celebrate an outstanding conservation educator! Nominate a teacher for the Conservation Education Teacher of the Year Award. Learn more & submit your nomination➑️ dconc.gov/Soil-and-Wat...

17.02.2026 16:58 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Planning to early vote? Let your student have the chance to practice civic engagement too! Kids Voting Durham is hosting School Board elections for youth under 18 from Feb 12–Mar 3 at all Durham County Library locations. Learn more: www.kidsvotingdurham.org/events

16.02.2026 20:58 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Sculpt and Strengthen Your Arms and Abs With This 30-Minute Workout From Anna Renderer
YouTube video by PS Fit Sculpt and Strengthen Your Arms and Abs With This 30-Minute Workout From Anna Renderer

Good morning, happy Fitness Friday! Today, our health educators at @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social have selected a 30-minute arms and abs workout. This workout targets your arms, shoulders, and core with an added emphasis on muscles that improve your posture. Join in anytime here: youtu.be/3UnFRTCFV8o

13.02.2026 14:57 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Early Voting for the 2026 Statewide Primary and Election starts today, Thursday, February 12, and continues through Saturday, February 28. To find an Early Voting site and check wait times ➑️ bit.ly/4npX0Lo
To find more information on Early Voting➑️ www.dcovotes.dconc.gov/voters/votin...

12.02.2026 14:52 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Measles exposure in Durham February 6 ExposiciΓ³n al sarampiΓ³n en Durham, 6 de febrero. An individual with measles visited the following locations on Friday, February 6: Goodwill, 4318 Garret Rd., Durham, NC
February 6, 2026, 10:20AM. to 1:10PM

Chubby’s Tacos, 4711 Hope Valley Road., Durham, NC
February 6, 2026, 11:45AM to 2:30PM

Plato’s Closet, 8128 Renaissance Pkwy #110, Durham, NC
February 6, 12:45PM to 4:00PM
If you visited one of these locations during these time frames, check your vaccination status and get vaccinated as soon as possible if you are unvaccinated; monitor your symptoms for 21 days; and call your doctor if symptoms develop.  Learn more: https://tinyurl.com/2rabwb5t

Measles exposure in Durham February 6 ExposiciΓ³n al sarampiΓ³n en Durham, 6 de febrero. An individual with measles visited the following locations on Friday, February 6: Goodwill, 4318 Garret Rd., Durham, NC February 6, 2026, 10:20AM. to 1:10PM Chubby’s Tacos, 4711 Hope Valley Road., Durham, NC February 6, 2026, 11:45AM to 2:30PM Plato’s Closet, 8128 Renaissance Pkwy #110, Durham, NC February 6, 12:45PM to 4:00PM If you visited one of these locations during these time frames, check your vaccination status and get vaccinated as soon as possible if you are unvaccinated; monitor your symptoms for 21 days; and call your doctor if symptoms develop. Learn more: https://tinyurl.com/2rabwb5t

An individual with measles visited 3 Durham locations on February 6. Learn more here: dconc.gov/DurhamCo-New.... If you were in one of these locations during the affected time frames, get vaccinated if you are unvaccinated, monitor your symptoms for 21 days, & call your doctor symptoms develop.

11.02.2026 23:26 β€” πŸ‘ 26    πŸ” 23    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 6
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On Saturday, February 21, residents in the unincorporated parts of Durham County are invited to an Electronics Recycling Drop Off event. The event will run from 8 a.m. until noon at the Northern Durham Convenience Site located at 11894 N. Roxboro Road. Mor info: dconc.gov/DurhamCo-New...

11.02.2026 21:37 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The BOCC met yesterday, in Regular Session. Want to know what happened? We’ve got you covered! Regular Session Highlights are posted on our website the day after each meeting, giving you a quick snapshot of key actions and discussions. Check out the latest highlights here: dconc.gov/DurhamCo-New...

10.02.2026 20:10 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The Board voted to adjourn the meeting at 7:39 p.m.
This concludes tonight’s BOCC Regular Session.
Check for highlights from tonight’s meeting on our website at www.dconc.gov soon.

You can also watch tonight’s meeting on-demand at www.youtube.com/dcowebmaster.

Good night, Durham!

10.02.2026 00:44 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Next, we move on to approval of the consent agenda. There are 19 items on tonight’s consent agenda. View the full agenda here: durhamcounty.legistar1.com/durhamcounty...

The Board has voted unanimously to approve the consent agenda.

10.02.2026 00:33 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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For the last ceremonial item, the Board is introduced to
introduced to Durham County Library’s new director, Dana Conners, who assumed her duties on January 5, 2026.
Dana brings more than 30 years of experience in public libraries across North Carolina and Texas.

10.02.2026 00:30 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Up next, is tonight’s ceremonial item. First, the Board has issued a resolution honoring the life and legacy of Judge Willis P. Whichard.

Read the resolution here: durhamcounty.legistar.com/gateway.aspx....

10.02.2026 00:22 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Next, Clerk to the Board Monica Wallace will read the BOCC announcements.
View the BOCC announcements on tonight’s agenda or hear live or on-demand at bit.ly/BOCCdco.

10.02.2026 00:09 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Welcome to tonight’s Durham Board of County Commissioners’ Regular Session Meeting! Chair Dr. Mike Lee has called the meeting to order.
View the agenda and watch the meeting live here: bit.ly/BOCCdco

10.02.2026 00:03 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The Durham Board of County Commissioners will hold a Regular Session tonight, Monday, February 9, at 7 p.m. in the Commissioners’ Chambers (2nd floor, Administration I Building).

Get details: download the agenda, viewing options, and participation info here: dconc.gov/DurhamCo-New...

09.02.2026 20:59 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Pilates For Life
YouTube video by Benniegirl Healthy Lifestyle Divas Pilates For Life

Happy Fitness Friday with @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social! This week's workout is a Pilates workout led by one of our health educators, Benita. This workout is for all levels! The perfect introduction to this mind-body exercise. Join in anytime here: youtu.be/LgXV8LzcEOQ

06.02.2026 14:31 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Early voting for the 2026 Statewide Primary and Election in Durham County starts on Thursday, February 12, and ends Saturday, February 28. Make sure you’re readyβ€”view your sample ballot, check your voter registration, and find your nearest voting site at www.dcovotes.com.

05.02.2026 20:56 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Graphic of cones with message: Bragtown Branch Library will be closed today, February 4, due to HVAC issues.

Check out our other locations!

https://durhamcountylibrary.org/hours-and-locations/

Graphic of cones with message: Bragtown Branch Library will be closed today, February 4, due to HVAC issues. Check out our other locations! https://durhamcountylibrary.org/hours-and-locations/

Bragtown Branch Library will be closed today, February 4, due to HVAC issues. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Check out our other locations!

durhamcountylibrary.org/hours-and-lo...

04.02.2026 15:04 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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It is Webinar Wellness Wednesday with @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social! Today's webinar is 'HIIT vs LISS: Which Workout is Right for You' from 3:30-4:00 p.m. In this webinar, get the breakdown on how each training style impacts metabolism, endurance, strength, and more. Register at: tinyurl.com/24tdd2zs.

04.02.2026 14:04 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The 2026–2027 Durham PreK application opens March 2. All children in Durham County who will be 4 years old by August 31, 2026 are eligible to apply. Join a virtual information session with Durham PreK on February 21 to learn more. Click link to register: www.durhamprek.org/events/famil...

03.02.2026 20:03 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Due to the potential for hazardous travel conditions from Winter Storm Gianna, Durham County Government will delay opening non-essential offices on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026. All County offices will open at 10:30 a.m. For details on how this impacts specific services, visit: dconc.gov/DurhamCo-New...

02.02.2026 22:47 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Due to the continuing winter weather conditions affecting our area, all Durham County Government non-essential offices will remain closed on Monday, February 2.

For details on how this impacts specific services, visit our 'Inclement Weather' page on our website: dconc.gov/Publi.../Sta....

01.02.2026 21:14 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Due to inclement winter weather, all @durhamcountylib.bsky.social locations will be closed tomorrow, Sunday, February 1.

01.02.2026 02:42 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1