Michael Weidner of Wake Forest was sentenced to 8 years for fentanyl distribution in Raleigh, NC, pleading guilty to the charges. The case was part of a larger OCDETF operation.

Orange County employees assisted in post-Hurricane Helene recovery efforts in Western North Carolina, helping with crucial operations and restoration of services.

The National Weather Service forecasts varied weather for Raleigh, NC, with increasing clouds, a chance of rain, and highs around 50-62 degrees over the coming week.

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has appointed seven regional directors to strengthen local DSS agencies and improve outcomes for children and families.

The article discusses the weather forecast for Raleigh, including sunny, chilly days and potential rain towards the weekend, with detailed temperature and wind descriptions.

The Chatham Community Library is hosting the exhibit "Making Our Voices Heard," featuring stories of North Carolinian civil rights champions, from December 2024 to January 2025.

North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey offers safety tips for the holiday season, highlighting the risks of decoration fires and road accidents, and advising the use of flameless candles and cautious driving.

Summer camp registrations in Raleigh will open on February 17, with uniform fees across locations and financial aid available. The City of Raleigh Parks and Recreation offers various kids' programs, encouraging prompt action for early registration.

Thirty-seven state employees graduated from North Carolina's Performance Management Academy, trained in skills to enhance state government operations.

Raleigh Water's D.E. Benton and E.M. Johnson Plants received the N.C. Area Wide Optimization and "Gold Star" awards for exceeding water quality standards for 10+ years.

Piedmont Correctional Institution in North Carolina is recommended for ACA accreditation, aiming to be the 41st facility with that status in the state.

A North Carolina bail bondsman, Bradley Lamar Armstrong, was arrested on charges of embezzlement and forgery involving funds from a bond premium and an insurance company.

A house on Lystra Road in Chatham County experienced a possible explosion and fire, but the occupants escaped without injury. The fire may have been worsened by a propane tank. Firefighters battled the blaze, but the house was destroyed.