The Guilford County Health and Human Services Agency - Department of Public Health is encouraging residents to take simple steps to reduce their risk of West Nile virus infection as mosquito activity increases during warmer months.West Nile virus is carried by wild birds and can be transmitted to people through the bite of an infected mosquito. It does not spread from person to person.
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Guilford County property owners can now view and pay their 2026 tax bills online before notices arrive via the U.S. Postal Service the week of August 10. Those who pay their bill by Monday, Aug. 31, will be granted a 1% discount. Bills unpaid after Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2027, are considered delinquent.Payment is accepted in the form of cash, check, money order, or credit/debit card, either online or pay-by-phone through the "Pay It" portal, via the Drop Box or at the counter at the Greensboro or High Point Tax Offices, or through the U.S. Postal Service.Payment Options:
Alfonso Sosa-Rodríguez is gearing up to return to the grounds of YMCA Camp Weaver for the 10th year of Camp HOPE. This year he returns with a whole new perspective.This summer, the 19-year-old won't be arriving as a camper. He'll step into the role of camp counselor.
Guilford County Animal Services (GCAS) is currently caring for more than 700 animals, one of the highest point-in-time animal populations in the facility’s history, impacting the department's resources.Due to the overwhelming number of animals in care, the shelter is experiencing extended wait times of two to three hours for individuals bringing in owner surrenders. This temporary delay ensures that each animal receives proper intake evaluation, medical attention, and safe housing.
The Guilford County Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health is alerting Guilford County residents that a raccoon on Water Street in Greensboro tested positive for the rabies virus on August 4, 2026. This is the eleventh confirmed case of animal rabies in 2026.
The Guilford County Department of Social Services Placement and Licensing Unit (DSS), in partnership with the Deuterman Law Group, is hosting a Back-to-School Supply Giveaway and Resource Fair on Saturday, Aug. 8, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the DSS Greensboro Office, 1203 Maple St. in Greensboro. The rain date is Saturday, Aug. 15, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.Attendees will receive free school supplies (students must be present, while supplies last), face painting, games, community resources, and lunch.
In partnership with Guilford County Districts Courts and Court Support for Families, Guilford County is expanding the Guilford County Legal Support Center to Greensboro. The Legal Support Center opened its first site at the courthouse in High Point in July 2025. The new Legal Support Center site will be located at the Guilford County Courthouse in Greensboro, 201 S. Eugene St. A grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for the center will be held on Thursday, Aug. 13, at 2:30 p.m.
Local educators interested in engaging students with hands-on experiences through learning about gardening are invited to apply for the Guilford County Extension Master Gardener℠ School Garden Grant. The funding supports starting a school garden, revitalizing a previously abandoned school garden, or improving/expanding an existing school garden.
Guilford County invites job seekers to explore career opportunities through a series of specialized hiring events throughout August.Public Safety Career ExpoWednesday, Aug. 12, 3 to 6 p.m.401 W. Sycamore St., GreensboroLearn about positions in Animal Services, Emergency Medical Services, Fire Services, Sheriff's Office, Detention Center, Juvenile Detention, and Security
Guilford County is proud to recognize employees through the inaugural Service, Tenure, Awards, and Recognition (S.T.A.R.) Program.The S.T.A.R. Program celebrates employees who demonstrate excellence in public service, leadership, innovation, collaboration, and community engagement. Award recipients were nominated by fellow employees and selected through an employee-driven review process that incorporated multiple rounds of review and standardized evaluation criteria to ensure fair and consistent award selections.The 2026 S.T.A.R. Program recipients include: