Raleigh calls for volunteers to help with festive season events, emphasizing community engagement and the opportunity for personal connections through service.

Durham has centralized its community engagement in one department to improve coordination and effectiveness of outreach efforts, addressing past fragmentation issues.

Raleigh City Council approved issuing bonds for the Moore Square Apartments, adding 160 affordable units downtown, funded by $31.7 million in bonds repaid by rent revenue.

Wake Forest's PAC is hosting a Community Celebration of the Arts featuring performances, art activities, and a market on Oct. 11 at the Renaissance Centre.

Wake County officials are promoting safe practices for using lithium-ion batteries during Fire Prevention Week, emphasizing the importance of purchasing approved batteries, using correct chargers, and safely recycling to avoid fires.

Chatham Community Library partners with Second Bloom to address domestic violence, featuring a talk by Janine Latus on October 18, with free books available beforehand.

Wake Forest's Halloween Boo Bash returns on October 18, offering games, inflatables, food trucks, and a costume spotlight. Free parking is available, with designated lots for the event.

The Barwell Road Community Center is offering a class for 3-5-year-olds that combines dance and art, with October and November sessions focused on costumes and giving thanks, respectively.

Wake County recognizes October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, promoting survivor honor, early detection, and education through events and health guidelines.

Carrboro prepares for Halloween with events such as "Music and Stories Under the Stars," a costume contest, a carnival with prizes, and a "Best of Show" pumpkin carving competition.

Durham County Sheriff Clarence F. Birkhead launched a new mobile app and a resident's survey to improve communication and transparency with the public.

GoRaleigh offers a shuttle service to the NC State Fair from October 16-26, with round-trip fares starting at $5 and discounts for seniors and individuals with disabilities. Children under 40” ride free.

North Carolina celebrates 34 state employees completing the Certified Public Manager Program, underscoring the state's commitment to leadership in public service.