Wake Forest is reactivating the drinking fountains in its parks on April 11, following their winter shut-down to protect the pipes from freezing. This is part of routine seasonal maintenance to ensure clean and functional amenities for the community.

Durham County Veteran Services will hold a Memorial Day event to honor fallen service members, featuring a keynote by Commissioner Valentine, open to the public on May 29.

Durham County offers support for formerly incarcerated individuals through events like job fairs, health screenings, and seminars during Second Chance Month.

North Carolina's Treasurer Brad Briner returned $59,790 to Shaw University through the NC Cash Program, which reunites lost funds with rightful owners.

The NCDHHS is hosting a live fireside chat and tele-town hall to discuss mental health resources in North Carolina, highlighting access to support and crisis services, and improving mental well-being.

A shooting in northeast Raleigh resulted in a fatality and another severely wounded, later succumbing to injuries. The incident is being investigated as a murder-suicide related to domestic violence.

Wake County Public Libraries celebrates National Library Week, showcasing their impact with millions of visitors, items circulated, and programs conducted, while inviting the community to participate in various activities.

Abby Kellerman, Director of the COR Museum in Raleigh, has been named a "Millennial Maverick" by Raleigh Magazine for her influential role among the city's young leaders.

The NCFST Mobile Market is returning to Wake Forest, offering fresh, local food on a pay-what-you-can basis every second and fourth Thursday of the month, with added health resources available on-site.

The audit by the Office of the State Auditor of North Carolina found irregularities, including $8.5 million in misapplied federal funds, and highlighted oversight issues in various departments.

Mayor Barbara Foushee declares April as Poetry Month in Carrboro, with various poetry events planned, including workshops, open mics, and an Earth Day celebration.

The NCDOT announced the 2024 Wildflower Awards, recognizing attractive wildflower beds along highways, supported by The Garden Club of North Carolina.

Carrboro Public Works will remove a failing retaining wall on Jones Ferry Road from April 7-11, causing traffic delays with alternating one-way passages.