Holly Springs (NC) Update: The Most-Read Stories of 2025
Big developments, pivotal votes, and community moments, see which stories South Wake readers spent the most time with this year.
Holly Springs, NC, Jan. 1, 2026
A note from the Publisher:
Happy New Year, Holly Springs, Apex, and Fuquay-Varina!
As we say goodbye to 2025, it’s worth pausing to look back at the stories that truly resonated with our readers, those moments when local decisions, developments, and community events and activities prompted thousands of you to click, read, share, and engage. From growth and development proposals to school openings, elections, and the everyday issues that shape life in our towns, the following Top 25 Most-Read Stories reflect what mattered most to South Wake residents over the past year. They also underscore a simple truth: when local news is timely, relevant, and rooted in the community, people show up.
Happy Reading and Happy New Year!
Christian A. Hendricks
Top 25 Most-Read Stories of 2025
1. Coming Soon: Oakview Commons to Bring New Dining and Retail Options to Holly Springs
Section: Business
Story Views: 11.8k
Published: Feb 2, 2025
2. Wegmans Plans to Break Ground in Holly Springs Mid-to-Late 2026; Town Approves Final Six-Month Plan Extension
Section: Community
Story Views: 8.74k
Published: Jul 16, 2025
3. Holly Springs Town Council Charts Vision for Ting Park Redevelopment
Section: Business
Story Views: 7.97k
Published: Apr 10, 2025
4. Felton Grove High School Set to Open in the Weeks Ahead
Section: Schools
Story Views: 6.67k
Published: Jul 28, 2025
5. Official Candidates Set for Upcoming Elections in Holly Springs
Section: Community
Story Views: 6.57k
Published: Aug 4, 2025
6. Kondratick Elected Mayor of Holly Springs; Council Gets Two New Members
Section: Community
Story Views: 6.27k
Published: Nov 5, 2025
7. Carolina Springs Town Center Development to Bring New Businesses, Housing, and Road Improvements
Section: Business
Story Views: 6.77k
Published: Feb 21, 2025
8. Wegmans Update: Holly Springs Store Still Looking Good, Maybe Even Better, for a 2026 Start
Section: Community
Story Views: 5.7k
Published: Dec 17, 2025
9. Residents, Developer Hold Noise Discussion That Escalates Into Wide-Ranging Debate on Proposed Data Center in Apex (NC)
Section: Community
Story Views: 5.09k
Published: Nov 13, 2025
10. Proposed Data Center Near Shearon Harris Plant in Apex Spurs Debate Over Annexation, Rezoning, and Neighborhood Impacts
Section: Community
Story Views: 5.03k
Published: Aug 27, 2025
11. Seasons at Wilbon Rezoning Moves Forward After Detailed Review of Traffic, Utilities, and Piney Grove-Wilbon Corridor Growth
Section: Town Council
Story Views: 4.91k
Published: Nov 23, 2025
12. ALERT! WinterFest 2025 Rescheduled to December 6th–7th Due to Heavy Rain Forecast
Section: Community
Story Views: 4.94k
Published: Dec 3, 2025
13. Genentech Breaks Ground on $700M Biotech Facility in Holly Springs
Section: Business
Story Views: 4.32k
Published: Aug 25, 2025
14. Holly Springs Town Council Approves Courtyards at Holly Grove Subdivision Near Holly Grove Middle School
Section: Town Council
Story Views: 4.41k
Published: Nov 29, 2025
15. Local Restaurant Inspections for Holly Springs, Apex and Fuquay-Varina (December 1st through December 15th)
Section: Community
Story Views: 4.48k
Published: Dec 16, 2025
16. Downtown Holly Springs (NC) on the Rise: New Projects, Fresh Branding, and Strong Momentum Highlight Workshop
Section: Town Council
Story Views: 4.47k
Published: Dec 10, 2025
17. Now Open at Oakview Commons: Holly Springs’ Newest Dining and Lifestyle Destination Takes Shape
Section: Community
Story Views: 4.53k
Published: Nov 2, 2025
18. Wake County Responds to Rising Deed Fraud by Upgrading Owner Alert Protection Services
Section: Community
Story Views: 4.54k
Published: Apr 24, 2025
19. Local Restaurant Inspections for Holly Springs, Apex and Fuquay-Varina (November 16th through November 30th)
Section: Community
Story Views: 4.18k
Published: Dec 2, 2025
20. Holly Springs (NC) Mayor, Sean Mayefskie, Reflects on Four Years of Service in Farewell Letter to Holly Springs
Section: Community
Story Views: 4.04k
Published: Dec 1, 2025
21. Calvert Sports Academy Seeks Final Six-Month Extension for its Holly Springs (NC) Development Plan
Section: Community
Story Views: 4.06k
Published: Nov 29, 2025
22. Holly Springs (NC) Police Department Unveils New Four-Zone Patrol Model
Section: Community
Story Views: 4.25k
Published: Nov 11, 2025
23. Grigsby Avenue Rezoning Draws Resident Pushback as Applicant Highlights Safety, Environmental Protections
Section: Town Council
Story Views: 4.19k
Published: Nov 22, 2025
24. Holly Springs’ (NC) Happy Holly Days Parade 2025 Brings Cheer and Joy to South Wake County
Section: Community
Story Views: 3.92k
Published: Dec 13, 2025
25. Wake County (NC) Residents Urge County Commissioners to Fully Implement and Fund Countywide Arts & Culture Plan
Section: Community
Story Views: 3.67k
Published: Nov 18, 2025