Chatham County employees were honored for their substantial efforts in Hurricane Helene disaster recovery, providing emergency services, communication, food, and more.

April is declared Child Abuse Prevention Month in North Carolina; events and advocacy efforts focus on prevention and community action, supported by NCDHHS and PCANC.

The City of Raleigh Museum is hosting a free map-focused "Family Fun Day" on April 12th for children up to 10 years old with educational activities and crafts.

Pullen Park in Raleigh offers a $2 Holiday EGGspress train ride for a unique egg hunt along the tracks throughout April, with extended park hours for additional attractions.

Governor Josh Stein designated March 25 as North Carolina Equal Pay Day to address gender pay disparities, particularly for women of color, and to emphasize the importance of women's economic empowerment.

Durham commits $1.75 million to a loan program for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) to combat housing crisis, as part of the broader Forever Home, Durham initiative.

North Carolina partners with Hazel Health to provide virtual mental health services for K-12 students, with financial support from UnitedHealthcare, aiming to reach 30% of students statewide.

The Sertoma Arts Center is hosting the 46th annual SPAA exhibition with a variety of fine art available for public viewing from March 29 to April 24, 2025.

Jeff Poley is appointed as interim head of North Carolina's SLGFD, succeeding Debbie Tomasko and noted for establishing a loan program for hurricane relief. He won't seek permanent appointment as the search continues.

Building Safety Month in May highlights the importance of building safety and codes for safe, sustainable, affordable living spaces, with the City of Raleigh emphasizing the need for public engagement and appreciation of safety standards.

Wake Forest is resuming its memorial flag-raising tradition on April 7 to honor the late US Marine Bobby Gene Kemple, with a ceremony involving tributes and family participation.

The Renaissance Centre in Wake Forest announces its "Summer at the Centre" series starting June 21, with tickets available for Partners Circle members on April 7 and the public on May 7. Membership perks include early ticket access and benefits.

The National Weather Service predicts varied weather in Raleigh this week, including rain, potential thunderstorms, and sunny days with fluctuating temperatures.