Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey will award eight individuals at Wentworth Fire Department in Rockingham County for their contributions to safety and insurance.

The Town of Wake Forest is accepting applications for Wake Forest Planning 101, a free program from April 30 to May 21 offering residents insight into town planning. Dinner is provided and space is limited. Apply online by February 24.

Chatham Community Library hosts a virtual screening of "Birth on the Border," a documentary about two women from Ciudad Juarez seeking to legally give birth in Texas.

The Raleigh Reuse app helps residents manage trash and recycling, featuring collection reminders, disposal instructions, and donation options to streamline waste management.

Northern Wake Senior Center hosts "Heart & Soul - A Paths to Wellness Event" on Feb 13, combining Black History Month and heart health awareness with jazz music, nutritious snacks, and wellness talks.

Capt. Matt May retires from the Wake Forest Police after 25 years, having earned a Medal of Valor and Purple Heart, with Matt Perkinson succeeding him.

The Bright Star Touring Theatre will perform "Empowered, Brilliant, and Brave: Great Women of Black History" in North Carolina, focusing on influential Black women as part of the "Arts for All" initiative.

The City of Raleigh is distributing NOAA weather radios to vulnerable neighborhoods, aided by a grant from the Duke Energy Foundation, to enhance community safety during severe weather.

Carrboro is updating Baldwin Park's playground with inclusive equipment for children 2-12, while engaging the community; other park areas remain open.

Raleigh's Pullen Community Center is hosting a fire safety event for children aged 2-5 to meet firefighters and learn about their role in the community. Registration is required.

Mordecai Historic Park is hosting a free, family-friendly fairy event on March 15 with vendors, craft activities, shows, and food. Attendees are encouraged to dress up.

Raleigh awards six local organizations with the Fall 2024 Impact Partner Grant to stimulate innovation, growth, and inclusivity in the city's economy.

Wake Forest Downtown, Inc. is seeking vendors and nonprofits for the 2025 Forest Fest, an outdoor event focusing on nature, slated for April 26. Applications are open till February 9, with vendor fees at $75 and free booths for nonprofits.