Wake Forest announces town office closures for Veterans Day, but confirms essential services like waste collection will continue. Yard waste teams will adapt schedules, transit will run normally, and town operations resume Nov. 12.

Raleigh's leaf collection season starts on November 12, offering mulching advice, scheduled leaf pickups, and free yard waste bags to residents for handling fallen leaves.

Wake County hosts an adoption fair to find forever homes for children in need, focusing on teens awaiting adoption, and invites prospective parents to connect and learn about the process.

North Carolinian SNAP recipients received partial payments on EBT cards, with full benefits expected soon. NCDHHS acted fast following a 35% cut and aims to expedite remaining distributions.

Chatham County is hosting its 7th annual Holiday in the Park on Dec 12 with activities like Santa photos and tree lighting. Vendor spaces for the Holiday Art Market are available.

Raleigh Police Department and Parks collaborate to revitalize Caraleigh Park, focusing on modern play spaces and improved accessibility, with construction expected to complete by spring 2026.

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein attended the groundbreaking of WakeMed's Whole Health Campus in Garner, highlighting the state's commitment to mental health services.

Raleigh police and Raleigh Parks host a free event, "A Night with Santa," to celebrate the holiday season and foster community ties.

Orange County has launched Operation Green Light for Veterans, an initiative to show support for veterans by lighting county buildings in green each November and inform them about available resources.

Durham County BOCC meeting scheduled for November 10, 2025, with options for in-person and virtual attendance.

Carrboro is hosting eco-volunteer events to restore wetland habitat at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park, focused on removing invasive species and planting natives.

Carrboro's Lighten Up! event on November 13 offers free visibility gear and safety information to pedestrians and cyclists to improve safety during darker hours.

Wake Forest's Ripe for Revival Mobile Market offers farm-fresh groceries and health services on select Thursdays, with payment based on what customers can afford.