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The City of Mebane is now accepting applications from residents within city limits for two open seats on the Mebane Racial Equity Advisory Committee (REAC). Terms will expire June 30, 2027.

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The REAC is made up of community members dedicated to researching, identifying, and addressing racial disparities across local government. The committee also advises and supports City Council and staff in advancing equity through policies and procedures.

The REAC meets on the third Tuesday of each month.

The application is available here:
https://cityofmebanenc.gov/documents/racial-equity-advisory-committee-reac-application/

Applications can be emailed to [email protected] or mailed to 106 E. Washington St., Mebane, NC 27302.

See you tomorrow for some astounding, memorable, and very local history involving the Loyalists, British, and some surprising Patriots at a mill on the Eno. 4:00 p.m.

America turns 250 this year, and in honor of this milestone, the Mebane Historical Museum is hosting a free program this Sunday, May 17, at 4 p.m. exploring the 1781 Battle of Hart’s Mill.

This historic battle took place near Mebane, connecting our community to America’s past. Presented by Phil Mace, the program will highlight the battle’s significance, its outcome, and how it helped shape the surrounding communities we know today.

We hope you’ll join us!

📚History with Sugaree: Now & Then 📜

The Kingsdown company was founded in Mebane in 1904 and has a long history on the streets of Third and Washington. Thank you to the Historical Museum for providing us with this photograph to compare to our present day. Keep an eye out each week to see Sugaree's next Now & Then comparison!

Tonight's going to be a great night to attend a free program. Part of our America 250 programs for 2026, Diseases of 1776 discusses what the colonists faced in the way of common ailments and uncommon illnesses. Join us at 6:00 p.m. for this program with our annual medical professional presenter, DeAnne Edwards.

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