As temperatures continue to rise, Wake County Government has activated cooling stations to help residents stay safe during extreme heat. For eastern Wake residents, the Wake County Eastern Regional Center at 1002 Dogwood Drive in Zebulon will be open Wednesday–Thursday and Monday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. (closed July 3). Wake County’s Cool for Wake program also offers free fans and air conditioning units for eligible households. Learn more at wake.gov/coolforwake or call 919-212-7083. Stay cool, stay hydrated, and check on your neighbors.

Town of Zebulon offices and facilities will be closed Friday, July 3, in observance of the Independence Day holiday.

♻️ Trash collection will take place on Friday as scheduled. Please place your carts out Thursday evening for pickup. Recycling will remain on its normal schedule for the week of June 29.

We recognize the printed collection calendar incorrectly listed trash pickup for July 4 and apologize for any confusion.

Thank you for your patience and understanding, and we wish everyone a safe and happy Fourth of July.

The Town of Zebulon is proud to launch Voices of Service, a special community storytelling initiative designed to preserve and honor the stories of local veterans.

Through short, guided interviews, veterans will have the opportunity to share their memories, experiences and reflections from their time in service. These stories will be compiled into a documentary to be presented later this year as part of our Veterans Day observance.

Your story matters.

📍 Interview Day Details
📅 Tuesday, July 28
⏰ Beginning at 8 a.m.
📍 Zebulon Town Hall
🎥 Approx. 5-minute interviews

https://www.townofzebulon.org/page/voices-of-service

Veterans from all branches and service eras are encouraged to participate.

🔗 Reserve your interview time today: https://www.townofzebulon.org/forms/veteran-interview-registration-form

Organizations that support veterans:
We’re also inviting nonprofits, veteran organizations and service providers to host informational tables during the event to connect veterans with valuable resources.

Space is limited

🔗 Apply to host a table: https://www.townofzebulon.org/forms/veterans-organization-interest-form

Questions? Contact us at communications@townofzebulon.org

Join us for the first Zebulon Front Porch Conversations.

This is an opportunity to connect with Town Manager Katy Crosby and town leadership, hear updates on what’s happening across Zebulon, and learn more about how our community continues to grow.

We invite you to stop by, ask questions, share your thoughts, and be part of the conversation as we continue building relationships and staying connected.

📍 Andrew’s Barber Lounge and Salon
136 E. Vance St.
🗓 Monday, July 6
🕕 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Your voice matters. We hope to see you there.

Join East Wake's finest in the Zebulon Police Department and Wendell Police Department for a dodgeball showdown TOMORROW, Saturday, June 27! The event will take place at the Wendell Community Center starting at 7 p.m., and is free and open to all. Food trucks will be available and proceeds raised will benefit the NC Special Olympics. We hope to see y'all there.

Traffic Update: West Gannon Avenue Reopened 🚧✅ Good news, Zebulon. Following the recent utility repair related to the water main break, paving and road marking operations on West Gannon Avenue have been completed and the detour has been removed. Gannon Avenue is now back open to normal traffic. 🛣️ Thank you for your patience and understanding while crews worked to restore the area. We appreciate your cooperation. Safe travels.

With temperatures climbing, it’s important to remember our pets need help staying cool too.

A few simple ways to keep them safe:
• Keep plenty of fresh water nearby
• Try to avoid walks during the hottest part of the day
• Check the pavement before heading out because if it’s too hot for your hand, it’s too hot for their paws
• Never leave your pet in a parked car
• Give them a pet-safe frozen treat to help cool down

Koda’s reminder is simple. Slow down, stay cool, and take care of your four-legged family members this summer.

The Town of Zebulon is currently seeking a detail-oriented and highly professional Town Clerk to join our team. The Town Clerk is an essential officer of our organization, serving as the custodian of all official municipal records, ordinances, and legal documents. Working under the direct supervision of the Board of Commissioners, the Clerk ensures compliance with North Carolina General Statutes and provides vital administrative support to the Mayor, Board of Commissioners, and Town Manager. Position Details: • Title: Town Clerk • Salary Range: $71,511.00 - $107,266.00 Annually • General Requirements: Exceptional organizational, communication, and record-keeping skills, with the ability to work independently in a dynamic municipal environment. If you or someone you know is interested in applying for this vital role, please review the full job description and application requirements on the Town's career page. https://lnkd.in/e4kdhfbu

Happy Father’s Day to all the fathers and father figures in our community. We appreciate all you do each day and hope you have a wonderful day. 💙

⚠️ Traffic Advisory Update: 6/21/26 10:25 a.m. Thank you to the swift response from the Town of Zebulon Police Department, Fire Department, and Public Works Department for quickly responding to West Gannon Avenue and helping secure the roadway during the water main break. We also extend our thanks to the City of Raleigh, NCDOT, and the North Carolina Highway Patrol for their quick actions and continued coordination. West Gannon Avenue remains closed due to the water main break and resulting roadway damage. This portion of the road will remain closed until repairs can be completed. At this time, there is no estimated timeline for reopening. We will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available. 🚘 Traffic traveling west on W Gannon Ave will take a right on Worth Hinton Rd, left on Green Pace Rd, left on Water Plant Rd to take them back to W Gannon Ave. 🚘 Traffic traveling east on W Gannon Ave will take a left on Water Plant Rd, right on Green Pace Rd, right on Worth Hinton Rd to take them back to W Gannon Ave. Motorists should plan for alternate travel routes and use caution in the area. Per the City of Raleigh, water service has been restored to all impacted areas. Crews continue to complete related repair work. For City of Raleigh water customers impacted by this outage, notifications regarding water service would be communicated directly by the City of Raleigh, as they maintain and operate the water system serving Zebulon. We appreciate your patience and understanding as crews continue working on this issue.

🚨Traffic Advisory Update 🚨 6/20/26 10:44 p.m. Water Main Break on W Gannon Ave Due to the ongoing water main break on W Gannon Ave, the roadway on West Gannon Avenue between Sand Padee and Pineview Drive will be closed until further notice. A detour is in place for motorists traveling through the area Traffic traveling west on W Gannon Ave will take a right on Worth Hinton Rd, left on Green Pace Rd, left on Water Plant Rd to take them back to W Gannon Ave. Traffic traveling east on W Gannon Ave will take a left on Water Plant Rd, right on Green Pace Rd, right on Worth Hinton Rd to take them back to W Gannon Ave. Motorists should plan for alternate travel routes and use caution in the area. We appreciate your patience and will continue to provide updates as information becomes available.

🚨 The Town is aware of water service interruptions affecting portions of Zebulon due to a water main break on West Gannon Avenue. Staff are actively working with the City of Raleigh to determine the full scope of the issue and work toward restoring service. West Gannon Avenue between Sand Padee Street and Pineview Drive is closed until further notice. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and use alternate routes while crews work to repair the break and ensure the roadway is safe for travel. We appreciate your patience and will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.

What to Know Before You Go: Juneteenth Celebration at Nomaco Park 🎶 Saturday, June 20 | 5:30–8 p.m. 📍 Nomaco Park Join the Town of Zebulon tonight for the final day of our three-day Juneteenth celebration, Celebrate & Educate, for an evening of music, movement, food and community. Before you head out, here’s what to know: 🕠 Event schedule • 5:30 p.m. — Event begins • 5:45–6:30 p.m. — Z-Fitness with Jacque Allen (Zumba and line dancing) • 7 p.m. — Live performance by Lesha • 8 p.m. — Event concludes 🎟 Free community event This event is free and open to the public. 🪑 Bring your lawn chairs or blankets Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets to relax and enjoy the evening. 🍴 Food trucks and vendors onsite Come hungry, shop local and enjoy the community atmosphere. 🌤 Need a break from the sun? The concourse area will be open if you need to cool off or get in the shade. 💧 Stay cool Bring water, dress comfortably and come prepared for the weather. 🚗 Parking and entrance Enter from Alternate Old U.S. 264 and follow the entrance signs to the field for free parking. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly event Bring the whole family for an evening of culture, celebration and community. 🚫 No pets or outside animals For the safety and comfort of all attendees, please leave pets at home. We’ll see you tonight at Nomaco Park as we close out Juneteenth weekend together. #ZebulonNC #Juneteenth #CelebrateAndEducate

Thank you, Zebulon! 🎨 What a great evening in Downtown Zebulon for our Juneteenth Art Walk. Thank you to everyone who came out to support local artists, businesses and celebrate community with us. The energy, creativity and connection made for a special night. And we’re not done yet. Join us tonight for Day 3 of Zebulon’s Juneteenth Celebration at Nomaco Park from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Tonight’s lineup includes: 🎶 Live music by Leesha Farrington at 7 p.m. 💃 Z-Fitness with Jacque Allen from 5:45 to 6:30 p.m. 🍴 Food trucks 🛍 Local vendors Bring your lawn chairs, follow entrance signs from Alternate Old U.S. 264 for free field parking, and join us as we close out this year’s celebration. #ZebulonNC #Juneteenth #CelebrateAndEducate

** Town of Zebulon **

Board of Commissioners Meeting

Monday, June 22, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.

Live Stream Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HHm_m7EW8nQ

🎨 What to Know Before You Go: Juneteenth Downtown Art Walk

📅 Friday, June 19, 2026
⏰ 7 to 9 p.m.
📍 Downtown Zebulon

Join us for an evening of art, culture and community as part of Zebulon’s Juneteenth celebration. Before you head downtown, here’s what to know:

🗺 Downtown Art Walk Guide
View the full art walk map and artist locations here: https://aptg.co/fzSLR9

🖼 Explore local art
Artwork from local and regional artists will be displayed throughout participating downtown businesses.

🎨 Featured artists and host locations:

• Delayna Robbins — Zebulon General Store
• Kameron Whitaker — Olde Raleigh Distillery
• Gordyn Johnson — Olde Raleigh Distillery
• Kamry Madden — Armando’s Pizza
• José Manuel Cruz — Lounge Ninety6
• Nia Zhané — Lounge Ninety6
• San B Creative — Norse Brewing
• Melissa Campbell — The Creative Cup

⭐ Featured Artist: Andre Jones
Hosted by Jernigan Furniture

🛍 Shop local
Stroll through downtown, support local businesses and explore the unique shops and spaces that make Zebulon special.

🚶 Walkable event
This is a self-guided art walk, so wear comfortable shoes and take your time exploring.

🍽 Dine downtown
Make a night of it by visiting one of Zebulon’s local restaurants before or after the walk.

🚗 Parking
Free public parking is available throughout downtown. Please do not block driveways, fire hydrants or intersections.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly
This event is free and open to all ages.

🚫 No pets
To help ensure a safe and comfortable experience for everyone, pets and animals are not permitted during the event.

🌦 Rain or shine
The event will take place rain or shine. Follow our page for any weather-related updates.

Come celebrate, support local artists and businesses, and honor the significance of Juneteenth through art, reflection and community.

#JuneteenthZebulon #DowntownZebulon #ArtWalk #SupportLocalArtists #TownOfZebulon #Juneteenth2026

The Town of Zebulon participated in Wednesday's Triangle Community Coalition Breakfast at Norse Brewing Longhouse.

Planning Director Matt Lower presented on Zebulon's growth, housing demand, economic development opportunities and the Town's efforts to channel growth into high-quality places, a stronger housing mix and long-term community and economic value. He also discussed infrastructure investments, housing strategies and small area planning initiatives that will help guide future growth.

Thank you to the Triangle Community Coalition for bringing together leaders from across the region to discuss growth, housing and economic development.

Join us Thursday, June 18, for the kickoff of the new Mt. Zion Play Space summer program at 405 E. Stronach Ave.!

From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Zebulon Parks & Recreation will be onsite with Recreation on the Go activities, games, and opportunities to connect with neighbors and friends.

Schedule of Activities:
• 10:00 a.m. – Recreation on the Go
• 10:30 a.m. – Bingo
• 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. – Free Pizza & Ice Cream
• 1:30 p.m. – Bingo

The Mt. Zion Play Space is a partnership between the Town of Zebulon and Mount Zion United Holy Church designed to bring recreation, community programming, and neighborhood connections to the Gill Street area.

This event is free and open to the public. We look forward to seeing you there!

📍 Mt. Zion Play Space
405 E. Stronach Ave.
Zebulon, NC

#TownOfZebulon #ZebulonParksAndRec #MtZionPlaySpace #RecOnTheGo #ExploreZebulon #GrowingTogether

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Connect Zebulon: Meet Your Town!

We enjoyed the opportunity to connect with members of our business community, share information about Town services and initiatives, and have meaningful conversations about the future of Zebulon. Strong partnerships between local businesses and local government help our community continue to grow and thrive.

A special thank you to the Zebulon Chamber of Commerce for their partnership and support in helping make this event possible. We also appreciate the Town staff who took the time to meet with attendees and share information about the services they provide.

Thank you to everyone who joined the conversation. We look forward to continuing to work together to support and strengthen Zebulon's business community.

☀️ Summer Meals Are Back! Yesterday, families gathered at Wakefield Missionary Baptist Church to kick off the SUN Meals program, enjoying free meals, games, crafts, face painting, and a visit from Ray, the SUN Meals mascot. The Zebulon Police Department’s CARE Unit was onsite sharing resources, while Zebulon Fire Department’s C Shift brought a fire engine for children to explore. SUN Meals is a USDA summer nutrition program that provides free, healthy meals to children and teens 18 and under while school is out for the summer, helping ensure young people have access to nutritious food when school meals are unavailable. Meals are available at Wakefield Missionary Baptist Church (809 Proctor Street) Monday through Friday from 12:00–1:00 p.m. through August 7. #TownOfZebulon #SUNMeals #ZebulonNC #CommunityConnections #ZebulonFireDepartment #ZebulonPoliceDepartment #USDA #SummerMeals