Wake Forest will honor US Army veteran Edgar Paul Garrison, Jr. at the 61st Memorial Flag-Raising Ceremony on June 2nd, with family participation and a display of tributes.

Wren Memorial Library in Chatham County announces a June roster of free community events including gardening advice, hurricane preparedness, summer reading kickoff, and a wildlife education session.

Raleigh celebrates National Safety Month in June with Vision Zero's efforts to reduce road injuries and fatalities, offering Sidewalk Sessions for community engagement in creating safer streets.

Wake County Public Libraries launch "Color Our World" Summer Reading Program with activities, rewards, and reading for all ages from May 31-August 23.

The Town of Fuquay-Varina shares grill safety tips on their website, including keeping grills away from structures, supervising children and pets, and checking for gas leaks.

Raleigh Arts is hosting an intermediate/advanced grant writing workshop on June 24, focusing on storytelling and understanding the funder’s perspective.

Raleigh prepares for the 26th Annual Small Business Conference and Expo, offering workshops and networking for entrepreneurs on June 23 at NCSU McKimmon Center.

The Big Ideas Raleigh podcast episode discusses Raleigh's art scene, featuring local arts leaders discussing the impact of arts on the community and city growth.

The Wake Forest Police Department will hold a "Touch-A-Truck" event on August 16 to fundraise for Special Olympics NC, featuring various vehicles, food trucks, and t-shirt sales.

North Carolina awarded the Governor’s Medallion Award for Volunteer Service to 20 individuals and two organizations for their community contributions.

Wake County announces a program to monitor bacteria levels at swimming spots with a color-coded advisory system, signaling safety conditions to the public.

Wake Forest will celebrate Juneteenth with a two-day event, including food, activities, and historical experiences, starting with a community gathering and ending with a walking parade.

Raleigh's proposed $1.78 billion FY26 budget avoids tax increases, prioritizes workforce, strategic investments, and includes a significant allocation for capital projects without relying on bond funding.