Raleigh Water's D.E. Benton and E.M. Johnson Plants received the N.C. Area Wide Optimization and "Gold Star" awards for exceeding water quality standards for 10+ years.

The article details Raleigh's 2024 NTMP achievements in traffic management and safety improvements, including reduced speed limits, new traffic signals, and enhanced pedestrian and bike infrastructure.

Chatham Community Library screens the documentary "I Am a Girl" virtually to spotlight challenges faced by girls globally, with the event running from December 12-19, 2024.

Franklin County Department of Social Services partners with Wal-Mart for a donation drive to support foster children during the holidays, with a "Tree of Hope" at the Louisburg store.

Raleigh prepares to honor Emancipation Day with events such as a seminar, live reenactments, a trolley tour, and a musical concert, reflecting on the civil rights legacy and African American history.

Raleigh Police Chief Estella D. Patterson plans to retire on March 1, 2025, after significant contributions to crime reduction and community relations.

The Town of Holly Springs reminds residents to recycle holiday-related items, including cardboard boxes, through their waste contractor's services, encouraging environmentally responsible practices.

The City of Raleigh reminds citizens to properly dispose of fats, oils, and grease to prevent sewer system issues, especially during the holiday season.

Raleigh Police's ACORNS unit collaborates with Durham VA Health Care to help homeless veterans access benefits and care, with Officer Jackson and Whitney Thomas actively working to uplift this community.

The Stanford L. Warren Branch Library in Durham reopens after renovations, with a celebration that includes a talk by Eileen Watts Welch but excludes computer access until the following day.

Chatham County Public Libraries have launched a Winter Reading BINGO Challenge for children and teens, offering a free book for a completed BINGO and a chance to win a Grand Prize.

The Sanderford Hoopers program in Raleigh teaches basketball basics to kids aged 5-7 over four Saturdays, with pre-registration required and varying costs for residents and non-residents.

Raleigh City Council approves funding to support critical services addressing homelessness, aligning with federal housing models and involving local organizations.