As Raleigh residents welcomed the start of 2026, their local police department took a moment to reflect on the past, sharing a slice of history with the community it serves. The Raleigh Police Department posted an image on social media harking back to the early 2000s, showcasing their Mounted Unit in front of the city's famous New Year's Eve acorn. The significance was not lost on those who cherish local customs, as the department's post on Facebook aptly captured the enduring nature of Raleigh's festive traditions.
In the shared content, the department expressed its New Year's wishes, reinforcing the bond between the police force and the populace. "Wishing everyone a happy and safe New Year," read the post, as they introduced locals, once a part of the city's fabric, now retired: Capt. H.C. Miller, Sgt. T.H. Sellew, and Senior Officer C.C. Taylor. Each name, undoubtedly carries with it a multitude of stories, a history of service woven into the city's expansive narrative. The Raleigh Police Department underscored the photo's significance, pointing not only to the officers who once patrolled the streets but also, to the unity that such community customs promote.
The photograph highlights the long-standing presence of public servants in Raleigh’s community traditions. Raleigh’s Mounted Unit, while it has changed over the years, continues to take part in the city’s New Year’s celebrations, much like the acorn that drops each year. The Raleigh Police Department shared the image using the #ThrowbackThursday hashtag, which is commonly used to post and revisit photos from the past.
