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The Carrboro Tourism Development Authority invites public input on its 2025-2026 budget via a Zoom meeting on June 16. Documents are available on the town's website for review.
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Raleigh Parks employs a herd of goats from a local company to sustainably clear invasive species at Dix Park, offering a greener, cost-effective landscaping method.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
A man in Martin County was charged with insurance fraud for filing duplicate claims, resulting in his arrest and raising awareness about the cost of fraud to consumers.
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An 11-year-old girl, shot and wounded, sought help at Durham Rescue Mission, as seen in a surveillance video. The non-fatal shooting incident is under investigation by Durham police.
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Chatham County offers free computer training and laptops to residents to improve job-readiness and bridge the digital divide, funded by a state grant.
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The NWS forecasts mixed weather with thunderstorms and high humidity for central North Carolina, with potential severe storms and heavy rainfall expected.
Health & Lifestyle in ...
Wake County offers free HIV testing events in June, coinciding with National HIV Testing Day, providing screenings and education to encourage public health and sexual health awareness.
Raleigh invites residents to an open house to discuss the city's transportation future, where public input on the Active Mobility Plan and Downtown Mobility Study will be encouraged.
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North Carolina middle schools will undergo an educational transformation to enhance math and career readiness through the Golden LEAF Schools Initiative, a $25 million, five-year program.
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Taylor Street Park Sprayground is closing for upgrades on June 23-24, including a new control system and water features, and will reopen on June 25 at 10 a.m.
The National Weather Service in Raleigh forecasts thunderstorms with heavy rain and a risk of flash flooding for central North Carolina, with unsettled weather expected into the next week.
The National Weather Service issues a hazardous weather outlook for central North Carolina, warning of potential minor flooding and stormy conditions.
Union County, NC, secured a $3.3 million deal for paving over 11 miles of secondary roads, with True Rock Construction slated to complete the work by next fall.
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