News Flash

From global companies to small local shops, Holly Springs Economic Development works year-round to recruit and support businesses of all sizes in Holly Springs.

The updated plan for the future of Downtown Holly Springs has been approved by the Holly Springs Town Council. Highlights in the plan include an expanded farmers market, a festival street, greenway connections, and an updated Mims Park. The plan also calls for a curated Downtown with a feel that lets residents know they’re in Holly Springs by incorporating public art, a Town square, and other elements. 

The updated plan incorporated feedback from hundreds of residents during in-person meetings and more than 2,000 survey responses. An advisory committee for the plan and the Holly Springs Planning Board were especially active in providing feedback and direction during the process to update the plan. Both voted unanimously to recommend approval of the final plan. 

Sarah Larson, Holly Springs resident and member of the advisory committee, shared during public comment, “Holly Springs has a very unique character, a rich history, and a bright future. The downtown area plan highlights the areas where the community would like to feel like a community, where we are drawn to the heart of Holly Springs.” 

Also included in the plan were steps to guide the implementation of the recommended ideas and strategies. These included action items such as creating a parking strategy for Downtown, updating the plan for Mims Park, rolling out a new Downtown brand, and more. 

Visit the plan webpage for more information.   

Check out these infographics to see why you can find life, better here in Holly Springs.

The Town of Holly Springs is responding to another round of winter weather."The Town of Holly Springs has been diligently working across our Town and with our community partners to prepare for the winter weather," said Jennifer Mathis, Holly Springs Emergency Management Specialist. "As we continue to coordinate our operations across the community, we encourage residents to stay informed and prepared by checking our website for updates and following us on social media."

Waste Collection

• Friday's garbage and recycling collection was completed on Saturday. GFL, the Town's contractor, was on a one-day delay due to winter weather earlier in the week.
• Christmas tree pickup is extended through Feb. 5 due to inclement weather.
• The Yard Waste Convenience Center is closed on Saturday and Sunday. 
• To help crews clear roads effectively, please remove all garbage and recycling bins from the curb once waste has been collected.

Parks & Recreation Programs & Facilities

• Parks & Recreation facilities and fields are closed Saturday and Sunday. View additional details. 

Snow Removal

During snow removal, please remember that Town Public Works crews follow a strategic clearing priority:

• Primary Roads: Major hills, bridges, and high-traffic thoroughfares are treated first to ensure emergency vehicles can navigate the Town.
• Neighborhood Streets: Once primary routes are stabilized and passable, crews will begin clearing residential areas.

Residents are encouraged to park in driveways or garages if possible to keep streets clear and allow for more efficient snow removal and emergency response access. Learn more about how the Town addresses snow removal.

Safety First on the Road

As a reminder, secondary roadways may freeze overnight. Please exercise caution if you must to drive. 

The Town will share updates on known road hazards via this online map.

Important Numbers

• Call 911 for emergency assistance.
• For questions and non-emergency assistance, the Town’s Office of Customer Care can be reached at 311 or (919) 577-3111 during office hours, or use the Holly Springs Connect app or website to report a non-emergency service request. 

• Duke Energy has several options for reporting power outages:
  • Text OUT to 57801 
  • Use the Duke Energy app
  • Through the Duke Energy website
  • Call Duke Energy at 1-800-769-3766 

Stay Informed

• Town Notifications:Sign up for alerts and news from the Town. These include facility closings, garbage and recycling service delays, and more. Email or text notifications by phone enable you to remain in contact even if your home loses power. Or, follow the official Town of Holly Springs social media channels. 
• View updates on Parks & Recreation facilities and programs.
• ReadyWake: Sign up for text, phone, or email alerts from Wake County Emergency Management on severe weather and other emergencies. 
• Check weather advisories from the National Weather Service.

Ready to dispose of your live Christmas tree? View options for disposal, including curbside collection from January 5 to Feb. 5. Remember to remove all decorations and other objects, including tinsel and nails, which could damage the chipping machine.

Genentech, a member of the Roche Group, today announced an expansion of its investment in a new Holly Springs manufacturing facility. The increased investment will more than double the initial total commitment for the company’s first-ever East Coast manufacturing facility to approximately $2 billion.

This investment is on top of the initial commitment in May 2025, and groundbreaking in August 2025, reflecting Genentech’s continued confidence in the region’s community, workforce, and long-term growth potential.

“Genentech’s increased investment in Holly Springs creates durable jobs and strengthens our life sciences sector,” said North Carolina Governor Josh Stein. “This expansion reinforces North Carolina’s role in supporting innovation, workforce development, and long-term economic opportunity.”

The investment is expected to add an additional 100 new jobs to the North Carolina economy, with the project supporting more than 500 high-wage manufacturing jobs and 1,500 construction jobs.

“We are excited to further expand our investment in our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Holly Springs, North Carolina,” said Genentech CEO, Ashley Magargee. “This expansion reflects our long-term commitment to the United States and communities like Holly Springs that offer the kind of world-class biotech talent, top research institutions, and strong infrastructure that make innovation possible. This additional investment will create more high-quality jobs, strengthen local partnerships, and ensure a resilient supply of medicines for years to come, allowing us to bring life-changing medicines to patients faster and more reliably.”

Set to be operational by 2029, the expanded investment allows Genentech to build out additional production capacity and significantly increase the facility’s output. 

Holly Springs continues to lead the way in the State as a preferred location for the life sciences industry, thanks to long-term strategic planning to position the Town as an ideal home for these companies. CSL Seqirus, FUJIFILM Biotechnologies, Amgen, and others have already made significant investments in the community.

“Genentech’s continued investment is one of the most significant initiatives we have advanced since I took office, and it speaks to Holly Springs’ strength as a place where leading companies choose to grow,” said Holly Springs Mayor Mike Kondratick. “This expansion underscores Genentech’s long-term commitment here and the importance of close collaboration with our Town, from local services and infrastructure planning to partnering on workforce and education initiatives. I look forward to continuing our partnership with Genentech to strengthen our thriving community’s future.”

The company decided to increase its investment in Holly Springs, a growing hub for biopharmaceutical innovation, because of its highly skilled local workforce, strong academic institutions, and proximity to other leading life science companies in the Research Triangle Region.

“We’ve seen explosive economic development in Holly Springs in just the past five years,” said Vice Chair Safiyah Jackson, Wake County Board of Commissioners. “Three Fortune 500 companies have announced plans to invest $6.7 billion and create more than 2,600 new jobs all within two square miles. It’s truly incredible. When big industry chooses Wake County, we see talent that enriches small business and our whole community.”

“North Carolina is the best State for business and a global life sciences trailblazer,” said North Carolina Commerce Secretary Lee Lilley. “Genentech’s expansion underscores the strength of the partnerships, both statewide and locally, and our nationally recognized workforce and research institutions that propel our thriving biotechnology hub forward.”

Numerous partners collaborated to make this project a reality. Partners on this project include:

• Wake County Economic Development, a program of the Greater Raleigh Chamber
• The Town of Holly Springs
• Wake County Government
• The Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina
• The North Carolina Community College System
• Wake Technical Community College
• Capital Area Workforce Development Board
• Duke Energy
• Enbridge Gas North Carolina

Winter Weather Update:  Due to potential ice and adverse weather conditions, all Parks & Recreation facilities, including open play at turf fields, will be closed on both Saturday, Jan. 31, and Sunday, Feb 1. During this time, all programs and activities are canceled.

Stay up to date with the latest winter weather information from the Town of Holly Springs at hollyspringsnc.gov/weatheralert or with our RecPass app at hollyspringsnc.gov/recpass.

The nature play area and sensory trail at Sugg Farm includes unique outdoor experiences for children of all abilities to play together.

The nature play area, designed for children ages 2-10 years, includes three special areas: sand for tactile learning and grounding for self-regulation; active play for socialization, gross motor skill development, and imaginative play; and a labyrinth for mindfulness and focus practice.

The sensory trail includes a variety of ways to connect with nature using your senses including smelling flowers, touching pinecones, listening to birds, and looking for squirrels and other wildlife. Learn more about the Nature Play Area and Sensory Trail at hollyspringsnc.gov/natureplay

Calling all seniors: Are you interested in clubs and social gatherings, outings to regional destinations, volunteer opportunities, recreational activities, a new Senior Spotlight e-newsletter, and more? Through Holly Springs Parks & Recreation, people ages 55+ now can enjoy more connectivity and activities geared specifically for them than ever before! 

Last year, with growing community interest in expanded activities for seniors, Mayor Sean Mayefskie held a Community Chat, inviting seniors to share what programs interested them. Town Parks & Recreation staff also sought input during senior focus groups and through an online survey. 

“The feedback we gathered through various channels and conversations was truly instrumental in shaping expanded offerings of programs and activities geared specifically for this age group,” said Holly Springs Parks & Recreation Director LeeAnn Plumer. 

Holly Springs Parks & Recreation has launched a monthly e-newsletter dedicated to senior programs and activities. The Senior Spotlight includes information about regular programs and highlights unique activities offered for seniors during the upcoming month and beyond. Subscribe to the e-newsletter by visiting hollyspringsnc.gov/seniors. 

The Senior Spotlight e-newsletter details the expanded offerings designed specifically for seniors, including: 

• Weekly clubs, such as Wii bowling, bridge, mah-jongg, and more
• Workshops spanning topics from technology to nutrition 
• Senior fitness classes and wellness activities 
• Social gatherings and volunteer opportunities
• Group outings to regional destinations 

The newsletter also includes information about Town festivals, events, and performances. 

Plumer noted that seniors were intentionally considered during the design of the multigenerational recreation center planned for the future Eagles Landing Park. 

View more information and sign up for the Senior Spotlight e-newsletter.

Have an idea for a senior program or activity? Contact Holly Springs Parks & Recreation: (919) 577-3173.