Raleigh is hosting a Mardi Gras Masquerade Prom for adults on February 7, 2026, to support local recreational programs, featuring live music, food, and drinks.

Chatham Community Library will host "Ukraine: A Volunteer’s Story" by Philip Semanchuk, detailing his experiences in war-torn Ukraine, with photos and a Q&A session on November 15.

Mayor Jess Anderson of Chapel Hill thanks veterans and mentions new council members, urges public engagement in local issues, and reports on an open house at the police department's new headquarters.

Wake Forest Police host "Coffee with a Cop" at a local coffee shop to improve community relations and encourage informal conversations between residents and officers.

Chatham Community Library offers free computer classes and drop-in tech support to improve digital literacy among Chatham County residents, with sessions available in November and December.

Carrboro hosts the Gallop & Gorge 8K run on Thanksgiving with road closures and a food drive for Interfaith Council Food Pantry, symbolizing community and charity.

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.