Press Releases
Guilford County Board of Commissioners Chair Melvin “Skip” Alston will deliver his 2025 State of the County address on Thursday, Oct. 30, at 4 p.m. in the Board Chambers at the Old Guilford County Courthouse. Chairman Alston’s remarks will focus on the theme of “One Guilford: Measuring Our Success, Planning Our Future,” highlighting how data-driven decision-making, strategic investments, and community partnerships are shaping a stronger, more resilient Guilford County.
Guilford County Attorney Andrea Leslie-Fite is the new Charlotte City Attorney, following a recent unanimous vote by the Charlotte City Council. Her last day with Guilford County is Friday, Oct. 31.
The Guilford County Division of Public Health is now offering appointments for the 2025-2026 seasonal influenza (flu) vaccine for anyone aged 6 months and older. Appointments are available Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the following locations:1100 E. Wendover Avenue, Greensboro, NC 27405501 E. Green Drive, High Point, NC 27262To schedule an appointment, please call 336-641-3245. When calling to schedule an appointment, please ensure that health insurance, Medicaid, Medicare or Medicare Supplement information is readily available.
Guilford County Animal Services (GCAS) is partnering with the BISSELL Pet Foundation to host the Empty the Shelters adoption event from Wednesday, Oct 1. through Wednesday, Oct. 15. The national adoption event offers families an opportunity to adopt a pet at a reduced fee.During the two-week event, GCAS will offer reduced adoption fees.• Adult cats and kittens: $65• Adult dogs and puppies: $55• Senior dogs and cats, including barn cats: $10
Guilford County invites the public to join a candlelight vigil creating space for community members affected by pregnancy and infant loss. Organized by Every Baby Guilford, the vigil will be held on Saturday, October 4 at 4 p.m. at The Circle Center in High Point.
Guilford County Parks invites everyone to the 21st annual Bur-Mil Park Fall Fest. The free community event promises a day of fun and excitement for the whole family on Saturday, Oct. 11, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 5834 Bur-Mill Club Rd. in Greensboro, NC.
Guilford County Parks invites volunteers to join "The Big Pick," the annual grape harvesting event at the Guilford County Farm, located at 7315 Howerton Rd., Gibsonville. This year’s event will take place on two Saturdays, Sept. 27, and Oct. 4, from 9 a.m. to noon, offering an opportunity for volunteers of all ages to come together and support local food banks and shelters.Last year, more than 200 volunteers came out to help, harvesting over 2,500 pounds of muscadine grapes.
The Guilford County Division of Public Health will co-host a community event in recognition of National Recovery Month on Thursday, September 18 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Foundations Health High Point located at 919 Philips Avenue, Suite 107, High Point.
Guilford County has appointed Sonya Desai as the Interim Director for the Guilford County Family Justice Center (FJC) effective Saturday, Sept. 6. Desai began her journey with the county as a front-line navigator in June 2015 when the FJC opened its first site in Greensboro. She transitioned to a coordinator in 2016 and was promoted to the FJC Greensboro site manager in 2018.
Guilford County is pleased to announce the appointment of Natalie Craver as Assistant County Manager for Successful People and Director of the Department of Health and Human Services.