The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles seeks a new contractor for the Monroe license plate agency, with the current contract ending in 2026. Applications are due by October 29.

North Carolina's Gang Prevention and Intervention Task Force, led by Governor Josh Stein, held its first meeting to address gang violence and improve public safety.

Wake Forest's PRCR Department organizes a coat drive for those in need, accepting donations at various centers until Oct. 25, with distribution scheduled for Nov. 1.

The Fayetteville community mourned three high school football players killed in a car crash at a vigil at Westover Recreation Center, as reported by CBS17 and WRAL.

Chatham County voters can start early voting for the Municipal Election on October 16, with options to vote at specific locations on weekends and weekdays. Voter registration is also available on-site during early voting.

South Franklin Street will have asphalt repairs beyond Triumph Lane by Town crew on Friday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., without lane closures but with caution advised.

The NC State Board of Elections released provisional ballot figures from the October 7 municipal elections, detailing their verification process before the official results.

Chatham County Public Libraries celebrate National Friends of Libraries Week, recognizing the contributions of Friends groups to library resources and advocacy.

Due to West Nile virus in Durham County, health officials plan to conduct ULV mosquito control spraying on October 6 and 7 in specified neighborhoods.

Charlotte's $200 million bond approval by the LGC funds street and neighborhood improvements, with similar projects for infrastructure and community services underway throughout North Carolina.

Raleigh City Council approves a "Sip n' Stroll" district at Seaboard Station starting November 14, allowing alcohol consumption within set boundaries from 10 am to 10 pm daily.

Garner, NC council hosts a public hearing on October 21, discussing Zoning Text Amendment #ZTA-24-001 for residential and mixed-use development changes.

North Carolina ranks second in the nation for workplace safety, as per a WalletHub study, with the state's Department of Labor focused on further improving safety standards.