News Releases

With summer temperatures on the rise, Guilford County is reminding the public of the importance of taking precautions during extreme heat to prevent illness, injury, and even death.

On Wednesday, June 18, the Guilford County Board of Commissioners voted to adopt a $847.3 million General Fund budget for the Fiscal Year 2025-2026.

Guilford County Parks invites the community to kick off Independence Day celebrations with the county’s largest fireworks display at the annual Fireworks Extravaganza. This highly anticipated event will take place at Northeast Park, located at 3441 Northeast Park Dr.

Starting Friday, June 13, through Monday, June 30, Guilford County Animal Services (GCAS) is reducing the adoption fees for cats and kittens from $75 to $25. 

The Guilford County Division of Social Services (GCDSS) is actively seeking dedicated social workers to work in Child Protective Services. To connect with qualified candidates, GCDSS is hosting a hiring event with on-site interviews on Monday, June 16, from 2 to 6 p.m.

Guilford County is pleased to announce the appointment of Courtney McFadden, MPH, as the county’s new Division of Public Health director.

The Guilford County Family Justice Center (FJC) proudly presented the inaugural Sgt. Dale Nix Partner of the Year Award during its 10th Anniversary Breakfast on Friday, June 6, to Paige Gilliard, director of the Custody Advocacy Program at the Children's Law Center of Central North Carolina.

All county residents are invited to participate in Guilford Creek Week, a collaboration between Guilford County, City of Greensboro, City of High Point, local businesses, and nonprofits from Saturday, June 21 to Saturday, June 28.

The farmers market will be held on Thursday, June 19 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will feature minority farmers offering fresh, locally grown produce and meat. The event will also showcase live music and performances, craft vendors, and local food trucks. There is no admission fee to attend the farmers' market.

Guilford County Animal Services (GCAS) is limiting the intake of cats and kittens due to positive cases of feline panleukopenia virus (FPV) at the Guilford County Animal Resource Center.