The Wake Forest Police Department partners with Heritage Station McDonald's to host a "Safety Day" benefiting Special Olympics North Carolina, featuring vehicle displays and donating 25% of sales.

Boy Scout Andrew Horner and his troop have constructed a flag retirement drop box in Wake Forest for community members to respectfully dispose of American flags.

Raleigh Parks and Recreation introduces a Pokémon card trading and training event for children aged 6-12 starting January 24, with sessions every Friday.

Wake Forest is seeking applicants for its Urban Forestry Board before the January 15 deadline. Residents are encouraged to apply and participate in the town's environmental stewardship efforts.

Raleigh officials have released guidelines for reporting tree-related hazards due to weather disturbances, urging urgent cases to call 911 and non-urgent to dial 919-996-3000.

Raleigh officials caution against travel due to icy conditions, advising residents to stay safe and providing online resources for winter driving tips.

Wake Forest braces for a winter storm with closures and service changes, including cancelled basketball games and early closures of community centers and transport services. Brine trucks are deployed to tackle icy roads.

The Gailor Family Law Litigation Clinic, serving low-income families in Wake County, received a $30,000 grant from the WCBA Foundation to expand its services.

Raleigh's Laurel Hills Community Center hosts a family-friendly Red Carpet Dance event for kids and guardians, featuring dancing, hors d'oeuvres, and door prizes.

Raleigh seeks public feedback on expansion plans for the COR Museum, considering whether to extend its current location or relocate. The survey aims to understand community views to inform the museum's future.

Carrboro announces its participation in the National Day of Racial Healing on January 21, 2025, encouraging community engagement in racial equity discussions.

Maple Avenue Extension in Carrboro reopens as a one-way street following construction for the new library complex.

The 2nd Friday Art Walk in downtown Carrboro and Chapel Hill offers art exhibitions, live music, and performances, with venues open from 6 to 8 p.m. on Jan. 10.