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Register for the 2026 Orange County Ag Summit by Feb. 12

Register for the 2026 Orange County Ag Summit by Feb. 12

Join us for the 2026 Orange County Ag Summit: Innovate to Elevate: Community Resources for Farm Profit on Monday, Feb. 16 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Cedar Grove Community Center. Explore expert-led sessions on funding, land access, agritourism, and sustainability—plus networking and a complimentary locally sourced lunch.

Click Here to Register by Feb. 12
 

Join the 2026 Orange County
Government Academy 

Join the 2026 Orange County Government Academy 

Apply now to join the cohort of the 2026 Orange County Government Academy, a comprehensive program giving residents an inside look at how county government works. The program begins Wednesday, Feb. 25, and concludes with a graduation ceremony on Tuesday, April 21, at the Whitted Human Services Center in Hillsborough.

Apply by February 11
Learn More About the Government Academy
 

Upcoming Board of County Commissioners Meetings

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  • Board of County Comissioners (BOCC) Retreat: Friday, Jan. 16 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 300 W. Tryon St., Hillsborough. The retreat will not be livestreamed.
  • Board of County Comissioners (BOCC) Business Meeting: Tuesday, Jan. 20 at 7 p.m. at 300 W. Tryon St., Hillsborough
View the Agendas When Available
Livestream the BOCC Meetings
 

Upcoming Recreation Programs

valentine's dance
Sign up for the Family Valentine's Dance by Jan. 31
volleyball for girls
Sign up for the Girls Youth Volleyball League by Feb. 14
youth soccer
Sign up for the Youth Soccer League by Feb. 21
 

Opioid Settlement Fund Grant Workshops

Applying for an Opioid Settlement Fund Grant? Attend one our workshops!

  • Tuesday, Jan. 13: 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Chapel Hill
  • Thursday, Jan. 15: 5:30-7:30 p.m., Hillsborough
  • Tuesday, Jan. 20: 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Online
  • Thursday, Jan. 22: 5:30-7:30 p.m., Online
Register for an Opioid Settlement Fund Workshop
 

Volunteers Needed for Boards and Commissions

Volunteers Needed for Boards and Commissions
Volunteer Boards and Commissions Vacancies
Apply for a Board or Commission 
 

Cut the Clutter Class on Jan. 13

Cut the Clutter Class on Jan. 13

Whether it is a kitchen drawer or a workspace desk, a crowded environment can weigh on your peace of mind. Join us to discover how clearing your surroundings—at home or in the office—can improve your daily well-being. We’ll share practical ways to move past the hurdles of letting go and offer simple habits to help you maintain an organized, stress-free space.

 
Sign up for the free virtual class to learn how to reduce clutter. 

Pet Yoga on Jan. 17

Pet Yoga on Jan. 17
Sign up for Pet Yoga on Jan. 17, 2026
 

Foster Family Information Session on Jan. 29

Foster Family Information Session on Jan. 29
Learn More About Becoming a Foster Family
 

Ripple Award Nominations Accepted until Feb. 1

Ripple Award Nominations Accepted Dec. 1 to Feb. 1
Recognize Innovative People Protecting Local Environments  
 

Join the Citizens' Academy by Feb. 27

Join the Citizens' Academy by Feb. 27
Apply by Feb. 27
 

Stay in the know!

Sign up for the Board of County Commissioners’ Sunshine List to get meeting notices, agendas, and press releases delivered to you. You can also subscribe to BOCC News and Planning updates—so you’ll never miss a chance to be informed and involved. To livestream Board of County Commissioners' meetings or watch recordings of past meetings visit the Meeting Videos page. 

 
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Contact Information

Kristin Prelipp, Assistant Community Relations Director 
919-245-2322
kprelipp@orangecountync.gov

General Questions: webadmin@orangecountync.gov

Orange County Government

Website: www.orangecountync.gov

Phone: 919-732-8181

Language Assistance Services: 919-245-2498

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