Public Affairs Office

The Wayne County Public Affairs Office distributes press releases and announcements, videos, and print publications for the County of Wayne. Our department also manages official Wayne County Government social media platforms and marketing.

  1. Wayne County Opens COVID-19 Vaccines to All Groups

    Starting Monday, April 5, 2021, first-dose vaccine appointments with the Wayne County Health Department will be open to all vaccine groups. Anyone age 16 or older is now eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine, regardless of health condition. Read on...

  2. Closings for Good Friday

    The following schedule changes will be taking place this week in observance of Good Friday. Read on...

  3. Wayne County 911 Implements Medical Priority Dispatch System

    Wayne County 911 is excited to announce the implementation of the Medical Priority Dispatch System™ (MPDS®) to better serve the residents of Wayne County in emergency situations. Read on...

  4. Wayne County Plans for Group 4 Vaccinations

    This week, The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services announced an updated timeline for vaccinating individuals in Group 4. Read on...

  5. Wayne County Vaccine Update 3/9/21

    Last week, the Wayne County Health Department moved into Group 3 delivery of the COVID-19 vaccine and administered over 2,800 shots to the public. As of today, a total of 16,922 individuals have received their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. Read on...
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