Wake Forest announces its first Diwali Festival at Joyner Park on Nov. 2, offering cultural performances, crafts, food, and more in a free, inclusive event.

Raleigh invites local artists to transform trash bins into art through the Classy CART Creations initiative to beautify the city and encourage proper waste disposal.

Apex and Wake Forest in Wake County, NC, top WalletHub's rankings of America's best small cities, with Holly Springs and Fuquay-Varina also recognized for livability.

Wake County Public Libraries host events to spotlight the Piedmont Laureate program, including a Teen Spoken Word Night and appearances by laureate Steven Petrow.

Chatham County announces its 15th annual Trunk or Treat Fall Festival for October 19, 2024, featuring family-friendly Halloween activities and trunk-or-treating.

Raleigh introduces a Holiday Special Events Leaf Collection program to keep streets clean for the 2024-25 season, with specific criteria for neighborhoods to qualify for the service. Details are available on the city's website.

Wren Memorial Library in Chatham County announces free October events for community engagement, including a history social, gardening workshop, and book club.

Raleigh's Department of Transportation is hosting "Transportation and Treats" on October 30 for Halloween festivities and civic engagement at March Creek Community Center.

Lake Wheeler Park is hosting "Witches on the Water" for kayaking enthusiasts in witch costumes on October 19, with a photo op at 1:30 p.m. Safety measures are mandatory.

Mordecai Historic Park hosts the family-friendly "Spellbound at Mordecai" with activities, a costume contest, and a market. "Haunted Mordecai" offers spooky tours. Event on Oct. 26.

Wake County Public Libraries offer over 25 programs to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month, including dance showcases, art exhibitions, cooking events, and more.

The Raleigh City Council is split on a vote to relocate the Red Hat Amphitheater and close South Street for the Raleigh Convention Center expansion. A public hearing is set to decide the issue.

Wake Forest Power celebrates Public Power Week with events including a contest for free electricity, educational expos, and community engagement activities.