The City of Raleigh suggests repurposing Halloween pumpkins and properly disposing of batteries to reduce waste, and advises against pouring fats, oils, and promoting recycling initiatives.

The North Carolina State Board of Elections explains the vote counting and reporting process to combat misinformation ahead of the 2024 general election.

Raleigh's "Coats Cause We Care Drive" collects new and gently used coats for those in need until November 14th, encouraging residents to donate at local community centers.

The Town of Wake Forest seeks applicants with history or preservation expertise for four openings on its Historic Preservation Commission by October 30.

The City of Raleigh offers free curbside grease collection from Nov 1, 2024, to Jan 10, 2025, to prevent sewer blockages and recycle the waste into biofuel.

Nearly 50 people attended a Moth Night in Durham County to contribute to science and document local moth species, recording 100+ species, including five new to the area.

Durham County will close county offices for Veterans Day 2024, including public health and libraries, with emergency services available and normal operations resuming the next day.

Chatham County Public Libraries launched its third annual Teen Writing Contest for grades 6-12 students, offering prizes and inviting submissions of original work up to 3,000 words, with a deadline of December 1, 2024.

A Raleigh Water staff member, Geoffrey Fish, found and assisted a lost 3-year-old boy, ultimately helping him reunite with his mother, showcasing community compassion.

The City of Raleigh's IT Department will host a free GIS Day event on November 21st at Raleigh Union Station with activities, demos, and a student map competition.

Raleigh celebrates the transformation of Commerce Place with a community event featuring local pop-ups, live music, and a public input session on its future use.

Raleigh is preparing for GIS Day 2024, featuring activities, demos, and a map contest to educate about the role of GIS. The city hosts it at Union Station on November 21st at 8:30 a.m., highlighting GIS in government and beyond.

Raleigh's Lake Lynn Park offers Youth and Teen Basketball Training programs starting November 9th, for ages 8-17, focusing on skill development and basketball IQ.