Moore Square in Raleigh hosts a weekly lunch series with food trucks every Monday and Tuesday, offering a variety of dining options and vendor incentives.

The John P. "Top" Greene Community Center in Raleigh is now the John P. "Top" Greene African American Cultural Park, with a renaming event on June 22 showcasing African American culture.

Raleigh promotes homeownership in June by offering $45,000 to $60,000 in financial assistance to first-time homebuyers who meet eligibility requirements.

Raleigh invites residents to an open house to discuss the city's transportation future, where public input on the Active Mobility Plan and Downtown Mobility Study will be encouraged.

Wake County awards NC State junior Paige Meadows the Sheila B. Jones Environmental Education Scholarship for her dedication to wildlife and conservation.

Raleigh's Gipson Play Plaza integrates play with environmental strategy, featuring a water management stream and permeable surfaces to reduce urban runoff and improve water quality, demonstrating the city's investment in sustainable infrastructure.

67 students from North Carolina are set to participate in the National History Day Contest in Maryland after excelling in the state-level competition.

Chatham Community Library will host an event honoring Doc Watson with author Eddie Huffman and musician Riley Baugus on June 21, 2025, featuring a book discussion and live music.

The North Carolina OSA reports that $145,000 was spent daily on a Community Care Station in Swannanoa after Hurricane Helene, totaling $27.4M, sparking calls for better oversight.

Raleigh City Council approves weekly yard waste collection beginning Fall 2026, ending biannual sweeps and aiming to improve service amid city growth.

North Carolina's Advisory Council for Student Safety and Well-Being recommends banning cell phones during school to improve student mental health and focus.

NC Health Secretary Dev Sangvai visited Longleaf Neuro-Medical Treatment Center and Walter B. Jones Center, discussing staffing challenges and facility improvements amidst workforce shortages.

Wake Forest launches its Social District where people over 21 can consume alcohol outdoors within designated areas and times, Thursday to Saturday, noon to 9 p.m. Drinkers must use official cups and follow specific rules.