Sunshine, Sports, and Civic Engagement: A Vibrant Start to Summer in Apex

09/06/2025 2 min
Sunshine, Sports, and Civic Engagement: A Vibrant Start to Summer in Apex

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Apex woke up to a picture-perfect Monday on June 9, 2025, with blue skies and sunshine after a weekend of scattered showers. The temperature started out mild, in the upper 60s, and by midday climbed into a pleasant 82 degrees, making it ideal for outdoor activities. The air quality index remained in the healthy range all day, a relief for anyone sensitive to seasonal changes. The pollen count, mainly from grasses and a touch of mold, was moderate, so allergy sufferers had a manageable start to the week—keep those tissues nearby but feel free to enjoy your outdoor lunch break.Local sports fans had plenty to cheer about this Sunday. Apex High’s varsity baseball squad closed out their playoff run with an exciting 4-2 win over Holly Springs, locking in their trip to the regional finals later this week. Meanwhile, the Apex Friendship High girls’ soccer team capped off their season with a dramatic penalty shootout victory over crosstown rivals Green Hope. Several Apex students are also competing in The Soccer Tournament 2025, with matches kicking off at venues across Apex and Cary for a festival-like sports atmosphere[4].Town government is in full swing with a Planning Board meeting scheduled for tonight, where hot topics include the New Hill Olive Chapel Road Assemblage rezoning[2]. Residents are encouraged to tune in or attend, especially as development plans continue to shape the future of Apex neighborhoods.On the public works front, the Print Shop closure has caused a slight delay in the mailing of utility bills, so keep an eye on your mailbox later this week for that important envelope[1]. In environmental news, the draft permit for the Greenway Waste Solutions landfill continues to be open for public comment, with feedback due later this month[5].With summer around the corner, the Apex community calendar is heating up. Upcoming highlights include a Learning Lunch on Juneteenth history this Wednesday, crafts at the community center, and the eagerly anticipated return of the Apex Farmers Market this Saturday.So whether you’re spending the day enjoying the weather, hitting the stands to cheer on our youth athletes, or staying engaged in civic issues, Apex is buzzing with energy and optimism as summer gets underway.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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