"Apex Updates: New Amtrak Station, Utility Bill Delays, and Community Initiatives"

29/05/2025 2 min
"Apex Updates: New Amtrak Station, Utility Bill Delays, and Community Initiatives"

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# Apex Today: Your May 29th Local UpdateGood morning, Apex! As the sun rises over our charming town on this Thursday, May 29th, there's plenty happening in our community.Big news for commuters - Apex is pushing for a new Amtrak station! Town officials are actively working on this transportation initiative that could significantly improve connectivity to surrounding areas[5].The Town Council Budget Work Session scheduled for today has been CANCELLED, so officials might be enjoying a slightly lighter schedule[1]. Meanwhile, the Tingen Road Bicycle and Pedestrian Bridge project continues to develop, with stakeholder meetings having taken place recently to discuss feasibility and design options[1].Community spirit is alive and well with the 3rd Annual BackPack Buddies Food Drive happening today. This wonderful initiative, organized in partnership with Inter-Faith Food Shuttle, aims to combat food insecurity in our local communities[2]. If you're looking for a way to give back, this is a perfect opportunity to help neighbors in need.In other local news, residents should be aware that there may be delays in receiving May utility bills due to a print shop closure[1][4]. If you haven't received yours yet, that's likely why.Sadly, the broader Wake County community is mourning the loss of Smithfield Councilman Marlon Lee, with hundreds gathering to honor his memory and service[3].Water treatment updates continue as the Cary/Apex Water Treatment Plant conducts its mandated disinfection process, which has been ongoing since March[4].Sports enthusiasts will be pleased to know that the NC Courage women's team is vying for the impressive $1M TST prize - a testament to our region's athletic excellence[3].A safety note for beachgoers planning weekend trips to the coast: A swimmer was recently taken to hospital for a possible shark bite off the North Carolina coast[3].As we move into the final days of May, remember that tomorrow officially kicks off a new month. The weekend forecast looks promising for outdoor activities, so consider checking out one of the many community events happening around town.Stay connected, stay informed, and enjoy all that Apex has to offer on this beautiful Thursday!This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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