Carrboro Film Fest to showcase Southern films Jan. 24-26 with an inclusive atmosphere and diverse film offerings.

Alzheimer's education series aims to clarify disease onset vs. aging and provides strategies for addressing concerns, free at Five Points Center on Feb. 20.

Judge Jerry W. Blackwell invoked hope and unity at Duke Chapel in memory of MLK and addressed societal divides, within Duke University's event honoring King's legacy.

St. Peters, Missouri, announces closures for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, affecting various city services while maintaining some, like trash collection.

Sheriff Birkhead discusses disagreements with Durham County commissioners over training facility upgrades, funding, and resource concerns, highlighting collaboration, community safety efforts, and infrastructure issues.

Chatham Community Library offers a free Winter Seed Sowing class to teach participants about starting seeds outdoors using repurposed containers as mini-greenhouses.

John Mangrum credits Pullen Aquatics Center lifeguards in Raleigh for saving his life during cardiac arrest while swimming; team's prompt action and training were pivotal.

The Wake Forest Renaissance Centre invites local businesses to support the arts through its Partners Circle Donor Program, offering tiered benefits for contributions.

Raleigh Water seeks staff for sewer maintenance and emphasizes the importance of training, community cooperation, and sustainable practices to prevent sanitary sewer overflows.

Yard waste collection in Southwest Raleigh was delayed but rescheduled for the following morning. Residents were advised to leave their waste curbside. The Raleigh Reuse Web Tool and app provide updates.

Raleigh Parks offers a month of heart health activities, including fitness classes, grocery store tours, and a garden workshop to promote cardiovascular well-being.

Pullen Community Center is hosting a "Let's Make Valentines" event where participants can craft valentines during a floating two-hour period for $4 per person on Feb. 11.

The Pullen Community Center in Raleigh offers a free event introducing honey bees and beekeeping, aimed at families and individuals interested in the environment and pollination.