Holly Springs, NC, recognizes the contributions of outgoing Mayor Sean Mayefskie, Mayor Pro Tem Dan Berry, and Council Member Timothy Forrest, highlighting their roles in the town's development.

Wake County Animal Center's "Home for the Holidays" campaign offers reduced adoption fees to find homes for pets, featuring vintage postcard-themed social media promotions.

Carrboro announces a day of service to honor Braxton Dunkin Foushee's contributions, including his advocacy for the Black community and public service.

Durham's Holiday Parade on December 13 promises a festive morning with local bands, drill teams, community groups, and a Santa appearance, free and regardless of weather.

The Chatham County Sheriff's Office-NC announced on Facebook their participation in various holiday events to spread joy and engage with the community through activities like parades and tree lighting.

Chatham Community Library is hosting "Death and Cupcakes," a discussion on life and loss with live music, meditation, and cupcakes, featuring author Tami Schwerin.

Renew NC sets a December 31 deadline for western North Carolina homeowners to apply for housing recovery aid after Hurricane Helene, with over 6,000 applications received and ongoing efforts to rebuild affected homes.

Officer Fitzwater from the Raleigh Police Department was commended for assisting a family with car trouble, ensuring their safety during the holiday season.

The Wake Forest Police Department continued its tradition of helping local families by partnering with the Tri-Area Ministry Food Pantry for the Annual Turkey Giveaway, distributing over 900 turkeys.

Durham invites artists to create public art for the new Merrick-Moore Park Aquatics Center, highlighting community and play themes. Application details are on the city’s social media.

The Raleigh Police Department is hosting "A Night with Santa" to celebrate the holiday season with the local community and strengthen community bonds.

Over a thousand volunteers in Durham, NC collected 13,448 pounds of trash across the city in a community clean-up event, dedicating a total of 2,285 hours.

A video by Flashback Fire highlights the fire hazard posed by dry Christmas trees, providing safety tips such as keeping trees watered and lights turned off when not home.