Raleigh's Fall Youth Athletics Program opens registration for various sports, supplying all equipment and uniforms, emphasizing accessibility and physical activity.

Raleigh's Solid Waste Services may delay waste collection due to high temperatures, asking residents to put carts out by 6 a.m. and offering leniency on pick-up times for worker safety.

Wake County encourages residents to help combat roadside litter during summer, providing free litter kits for cleanups and advocating for responsible waste disposal.

Wake Forest opens applications for its Citizen's Academy, a seven-week course offering an in-depth look at local government operations, starting September 4.

Central North Carolina is facing high temperatures, with Raleigh advising residents to stay cool, hydrated, and informed about cooling stations and water safety.

Wake County residents have a final chance to input on the Eastern Wake Area Plan at a meeting on Thursday, ahead of shaping northeastern Wake County’s development.

The Raleigh-Wake Emergency Communications Center is seeking trainees for their 911 Training Academy with applications due by July 6. The program starts on Sept. 25, offering a starting salary of $45,323.

Wake County, NC, launches the Swim Smart campaign to promote water safety after 45 water-related emergencies last year, emphasizing the buddy system, life jackets, and a 'water watcher' for safety.

NCDOT advises against taking close-up photos of highway wildflowers for safety reasons, honors the late Franklin D. Perritte by dedicating a bridge, and warns of scam texts impersonating the NCDMV.

Wake County establishes cooling stations to help residents combat a heatwave with temperatures exceeding 100 degrees, offering relief from Sunday to at least Wednesday.

Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey highlights the importance of water safety as drowning is the leading cause of accidental death for young children aged 1 to 4 according to North Carolina Department of Insurance.

Raleigh Parks releases a video featuring children sharing how local parks enrich their lives, emphasizing the importance of these community spaces for play, nature enjoyment, skill development, and socialization.

Labor Commissioner Luke Farley honored Raleigh businesses for workplace safety at an awards event, commending their efforts to prevent injuries and promote a culture of safety.