The Raleigh Fire Department plans to conduct memorial ceremonies for fallen firefighters, starting with a tribute to Lt. Herman S. Jones.

Durham Parks and Recreation releases a new Play More Guide for January-May 2026 with indoor and spring activities for all ages, emphasizing community engagement and early registration.

Raleigh's Walnut Creek Wetland Park is hosting an Invasive Species Awareness Day on Feb 28 to educate the community about conservation and invasive species' effects on local ecosystems.

The Move Together Kiwanis event in Raleigh offers outdoor wellness activities for all ages on Wednesdays in February, aiming to promote health and community.

Raleigh's Black History Trolley Tour offers an immersive experience into Oberlin Village's history, with tours starting at Mordecai Historic Park for $15.

Mordecai Historic Park in Raleigh is hosting a free Easter Egg Hunt on March 28th, offering age-specific hunts, crafts, and games for a family-friendly event.

Raleigh Water launches a new digital portal to ease bill payments and service tracking, with a reminder of late fees and disconnection resuming March 2, 2026.

PLJCS now offers 'PATRON PICKS' under 'PLJCS Reads', a feature for personalized book recommendations, enhancing the service by incorporating community favorites.

Wake County Animal Center is temporarily closing for repairs from January 16 to March 2, but Raleigh's Animal Control services continue, and shelters are assisting with animal care.

Verizon Wireless is experiencing a major outage affecting users nationwide, with Johnston County especially affected. Residents are advised to use alternative methods for emergency calls. Verizon has not provided a timeline for restoration.

Franklin's computer network faced a disruption, but emergency services were unaffected. IT staff and the NC Joint Cybersecurity Task Force are handling the situation, with efforts to restore systems ongoing.

Durham, NC offers an Emergency Shelter to aid families without homes, highlighting workers Tawana and Parteshia's efforts in a social media post and providing support during cold weather.

Wilson County offices will be closed on Monday, January 19, for Martin Luther King Jr. Day but will reopen on January 20. Essential services remain operational.