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Solid Waste: Recycling pick-up scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 28, will be collected on Friday, Nov. 29. Recycling pick-up scheduled for Friday, Nov. 29, will be collected on Saturday, Nov. 30. Please have carts out by 7 a.m. The Orange County Landfill and Waste & Recycling Centers will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 28. The Orange County Landfill and Waste & Recycling Centers will be open on Friday, Nov. 29. The Administrative Office will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 28 and Friday, Nov. 29.

 After three years of dedicated service as a member of the Orange County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), Commissioner Anna Richards is stepping down from her District 1 seat, effective December 2, 2024. 

During her tenure, Commissioner Richards has been a steadfast advocate for the residents of Orange County, contributing significantly to the community's well-being. Her commitment to public service and youth-driven priorities have left a lasting impact on the Orange County community.

A special nameplate and commemorative bench was unveiled in honor of Lynette Coles Jeffries and John “Blackfeather” Jeffries on Sunday, November 24, 2024, at River Park in Hillsborough. This dedication, located across from the Occaneechi Replica Village, celebrates the lives and legacy of two individuals whose impact on the community continues to be deeply felt. The ceremony, featured members of the Jeffries family, the Occaneechi Band of the Saponi Nation (OBSN), and the Orange County community.

Buy local art this holiday season! Thirty Orange County artists and crafters ranging from painters to sculptors to potters will have their work for sale for all your gifting needs. Join us for the opening at First Fridays at the Mill and get some shopping done!

The Orange County Arts Alliance, in partnership with Hillsborough Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, announce the Jeep® Raffle for the Arts! Enter to win a brand new 2024 Jeep® Wrangler Sport S while supporting arts experiences for youth and adults throughout Orange County.

The Orange County Department of Social Services is hosting the Toy Chest, which is an annual holiday toy program that supplies low-income Orange County children with new toys. In 2023, Toy Chest provided holiday cheer for 1,205 families and 2,019 children ages 0-12 with presents, books, clothing and food. Consider donating money, toys or your time to make this year's event a success.

Whether you're a first-time turkey cook or an experienced chef, cooking your turkey correctly can help prevent people from becoming ill this Thanksgiving. Check out these tips and videos on how to safely defrost, prepare, and stuff your turkey during the holidays. Eat well!

Orange County has open positions for Deputy County Manager, Animal Services Director, Community Relations Director, and more.

Kristin Prelipp: Interim Orange County Community Relations Director, 919-245-2322, kprelipp@orangecountync.gov

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