Fuquay-Varina has once again been recognized as one of the safest communities in North Carolina. According to a recent report by SafeWise...

There’s a new community center in Fuquay-Varina. Town leaders cut the ribbon Tuesday on the new Hilltop Needmore Community Center. “This community center is bringing us over 77,000 square feet of new amenities in Fuquay- Varina. That’s nearly two acres under roof right there,” said Blake Massengill, Fuquay-Varina mayor.

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As more people are drawn to once-slow Wake County towns like Fuquay-Varina, town leaders need to adjust to their growing population’s needs. “Our citizens have told us they want to have high-end commercial retail available in our town. They don’t want to have to drive to other towns,” Massengill said. It’s why he’s excited for the future Gold Leaf Crossing shopping center along U.S 401 between NC-42 and the future I-540 loop. Spanning 100 acres, it will hold shops, rest

If you want to see the residual impacts of the Triangle's rapid growth, you don't need to go far. Less than 20 miles south of Raleigh, Fuquay-Varina's population has more than doubled since the 2010 census. The town's estimated population was roughly 18,000 people in 2010, which has ballooned to more than 40,000. Mayor Blake Massengill said the town's never been more prosperous, and that's due in part to all the growth around them.

"Meet Mayor Blake Massengill, Fuquay-Varina’s hometown leader. From childhood sports and local roots to years of civic service, discover how he blends family values, community pride, and business experience to guide Fuquay-Varina’s growth while keeping its small-town charm."

Fuquay-Varina Mayor Blake Massengill has lived in his town for many years, and he's seen a lot of changes. He's taking over after John Byrne, who retired after 20 years of service. "I'm glad to be able to put my stamp on the future of Fuquay-Varina," he said. Transportation is one of his top priorities as more people look to settle down in Fuquay-Varina. "We have eight major road projects that are in planning stages right now, and construction will be started on thos