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Press Release: Statement on Wake County Courthouse Shooting

May 22, 2026 - Town of Rolesville Press Release Wake County Courthouse Shooting We are saddened to learn that two attorneys representing the Town of Rolesville in a civil matter were shot outside the Wake County Courthouse this morning. Fox Rothschild has represented the Town of Rolesville for decades, and while they are not employees of the Town, this incident is deeply disturbing. We are...

Trail Art Winning Artist Selected

MAY 5, 2026 — The Town of Rolesville is pleased to announce Megan Sabba has been selected as the 2026 Trail Art Winning Artist . Specializing in acrylic painting, Megan also explores mixed-media techniques, as seen in her winning submission, Sea Birds . In addition to her personal artistic pursuits, she serves as an Art Assistant at The Sunflower Studio in Wake Forest, where she continues to grow...

Scammers Targeting Rolesville Residents

April 22, 2026 — The Town of Rolesville is alerting residents that scammers are sending phishing emails falsely claiming to be from the “Planning Commission Town of Rolesville,” requesting payment of an invoice. Please take a look below for an example of the email. This is a scam. There is no "Planning Commission Town of Rolesville." The Town of Rolesville only sends official communications from...

RDDA Awards Local Businesses Grants to Support Facade Improvement

A few months ago, the Rolesville Downtown Development Association (RDDA) was awarded $25,000 from the Duke Energy Foundation to go towards supporting local businesses in the community. The RDDA put this money towards its existing Façade Improvement Program, which helps businesses fund exterior improvements to their buildings, in turn enhancing the overall appearance of Rolesville’s downtown area...

Raleigh Water Activates Stage 1 Water Restrictions as Drought Conditions Continue

Central North Carolina is experiencing a severe drought, and that includes the watersheds that feed Falls Lake and Swift Creek. Because of the ongoing dry conditions, Raleigh Water is activating Stage 1 water-use restrictions effective April 20. The majority of Rolesville residents are Raleigh Water customers. While many people may notice dry creeks and low spots along the lake’s edges, the good...

Town of Rolesville Expanding Programs with “Senior Center Without Walls” Initiative

April 10, 2026 — The Town of Rolesville is expanding its Parks & Recreation offerings through a new Senior Center Without Walls initiative , launching May 11, 2026. This approach introduces dedicated senior (adults 55+) programming at the Rolesville Community Center on select days each week, while continuing to offer programs for residents of all ages across Town facilities. The initiative is...

Rolesville Earns 2025 Tree City USA Recognition

February 24, 2026 — The Town of Rolesville is proud to announce that 2025 marks its 10th year earning the Tree City USA recognition from the Arbor Day Foundation. The Tree City USA program recognizes communities that demonstrate a strong commitment to maintaining and expanding their urban forest through sustainable forestry practices, effective community engagement, and dedicated investment in...

Rolesville Secures $3.8M for Sports Facilities

February 19, 2026 — The Town of Rolesville has been awarded $3.8 million in Wake County Hospitality Tax funding to support the construction of athletic fields at The Farm Athletic Complex. The funding is part of a broader $23.5 million county investment in sports, arts, and cultural projects designed to expand tourism, recreation, and community amenities across Wake County. The Farm Athletic...

Military Banner Applications Now Open

The Town of Rolesville is now accepting applications for its Military Banner Program, an initiative that honors service members with immediate ties to Rolesville and their families. The program provides a meaningful way for residents to recognize and celebrate those who have served or are currently serving in the United States Armed Forces. With just 18 banner spaces available, residents are...

Town Seeks Input on Programs for Adults Age 50 and Older

The Town of Rolesville Parks & Recreation Department is inviting residents age 50 and older to participate in a community survey to help guide future programming and activities. Feedback will be used to shape classes, events, community center offerings, and other recreational opportunities designed to better serve this growing segment of the community. Residents are encouraged to take a few...

Rolesville Hires its First Engineer

The Town of Rolesville is pleased to announce the hiring of our first Town Engineer, Scott Miles, PE, who officially begins on Monday, February 9, 2026. A graduate of NC State University with a degree in Civil Engineering, Scott brings more than two decades of municipal engineering experience serving North Carolina communities. His background includes leadership roles in water resources...

Rolesville Named North Carolina’s Safest City for 2026

The Town of Rolesville is proud to announce it has been named North Carolina’s Safest City for 2026 by SafeWise, a national organization that analyzes crime trends and public safety data across the country. Rolesville earned this top ranking by maintaining violent crime rates 53% lower than the national average and an overall crime rate 48% lower than the national average. SafeWise bases its...

Town Hires a New HR Director

The Town of Rolesville is pleased to announce it has hired a new Human Resources Director. Beginning February 9, 2026, Chandra Wright, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, will begin serving as the new Human Resources Director for the Town of Rolesville. Chandra has more than 20 years of experience with Human Resources leadership. A seasoned public-sector professional, Chandra has built a career focused on...

Town Hires a New Planning Director

The Town of Rolesville is pleased to announce it has hired a new Planning Director. Beginning January 12, 2026, Stephen Wensman will take over as the new Planning Director for the Town of Rolesville. Stephen brings over a decade of experience in urban planning, economic development, and project management. Prior to his role in Rolesville, he served as the Planning Director for the Town of...

ATT Installing Fiber Cable Around Rolesville

AT&T is placing a 100% fiber network within the Town of Rolesville and the surrounding area subdivisions. AT&T contractor Ansco & Associates and their subcontractors are placing AT&T buried fiber throughout the neighborhoods. The AT&T technicians are then placing aerial fiber and splicing all fiber to provide service. The contractors are placing door hangers that have a customer care number listed...