Apex woke up to a crisp and mostly cloudy Saturday, with temperatures starting in the upper 50s and expected to climb into the upper 60s and low 70s through the afternoon. Winds are picking up out of the northeast, hovering around 10 to 12 miles per hour, and there is zero chance of rain, so it is a perfect day to get outside and enjoy the early autumn air according to the latest hourly forecast from Time and Date and the Weather Network. Humidity is settling a bit lower than earlier in the week, sitting just above 70 percent this morning, and listeners will be happy to know that the air quality is good across the Triangle.
For those who suffer from seasonal allergies, the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality reports that the pollen count in the Apex area is moderate right now. The predominant pollen is coming from ragweed and aster, which may cause mild symptoms for those who are sensitive, so keep that in mind if you are heading out for a walk or a game today.
Friday night lights saw the Apex Cougars host a big rivalry football matchup at the high school stadium. Last night Apex High battled Holly Springs in a tight game that kept the crowd on its feet. The Cougars pulled ahead in the fourth quarter, clinching a 27 to 21 victory over the Golden Hawks, boosting Apex to a 5 and 2 record this season according to crowd reports and community updates. Volleyball and soccer fans also have plenty to cheer about, with Apex High girls volleyball topping Green Level three sets to two, moving them up in the conference standings.
Travelers should be aware that Olive Chapel Road remains closed near Ashley Downs Drive due to an ongoing sinkhole repair. Detours are in place, so check with the town’s civic alerts for updates before heading that way.
And in state news impacting the community, North Carolina Health News describes continued uncertainty around Medicaid rate cuts and the proposed 500-bed children’s hospital in Apex, which remains a point of heated debate at the legislature.
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