Durham County boosts its childcare support project, Build Babies Durham, with an additional $1.69 million from ARPA funds, targeting 4- or 5-star rated providers and helping families access quality childcare until November 2026.

Carrboro's Lighten Up! event on November 13 offers free visibility gear and safety information to pedestrians and cyclists to improve safety during darker hours.

North Carolina's AP program sees a rise in student participation and scores, with 90,000 students taking 171,000 exams. 72.1% scored 3-5, surpassing the national average. Programs support teacher development and fund exam costs.

Raleigh City Farm is expanding into Marsh Creek Park, creating a 1.5-acre urban farm to enhance community engagement, education, and fresh food access.

NCDHHS issues partial SNAP benefits due to the federal shutdown, impacting 1.4 million people in NC, with emergency funds covering roughly 50% of November's needs.

Raleigh City Council approves $2.2 million for Forward Together, a recovery housing project with 17 affordable units for women and families near essential services.

Planned maintenance on I-73 in Guilford County will cause temporary lane closures on November 4 and 5, potentially impacting traffic flow. Drivers should anticipate delays and consider alternative routes.

Chatham County Public Libraries and Hoops Pizzeria's "Pizza for Pages" program rewards students with free pizza for meeting reading goals until June 10, 2026.

Wake County's real estate market reached a new median price record of $465,000 in October, with robust sales across various price segments, including several multimillion-dollar transactions.

The DCSO is investigating the death of Alberto Flores, who was found with a gunshot wound on Guess Rd. The incident is deemed isolated with no public threat.

North Carolina schools will participate in the USDA's Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program during the 2025-26 academic year to offer healthier food options to students.

Raleigh Parks offers a budget-friendly, alignment-focused yoga class at Fred Fletcher Park's Borden Building on November 18 and December 16, welcoming all levels of practitioners.

Raleigh Parks introduces a virtual Story Map Tour of the Raleigh Rose Garden, featuring over 65 rose varieties and providing an interactive online experience akin to an on-site visit.