Durham County Main Library at 300 N. Roxboro Street has resumed Sunday operations to meet community demand. Open from 1-6 p.m., the library offers various resources and programs.

Wake County plans to replace the North Wake Household Hazardous Waste Facility after a fire, with demolition set for this year and a new facility expected by 2026.

Wake County Libraries introduce the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge to foster early literacy in children, encouraging families to read together to reach or exceed 1,000 books before school starts.

Chatham County Public Libraries celebrate National Friends of Libraries Week, recognizing the contributions of Friends groups to library resources and advocacy.

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.