A Sampson County man won a $130,000 jackpot from a $1 Cash 5 lottery ticket just before his 40th birthday and plans to buy a truck and save for retirement.

Top Trumps USA, licensed by Hasbro, plans to release Monopoly: Raleigh Edition by 2026, featuring local landmarks. Public input is encouraged for places to be highlighted in the game.

The 28th annual Carrboro Music Festival offers free entertainment, including a variety of performances and workshops, coinciding with Carrboro's All-America City Award Celebration.

Halifax Park's "Curtains Up!" theatre class for children aged 7 to 10 starts September 15th, offering acting and storytelling through games and scene work, with registration details on the Raleigh Parks and Recreation page.

Wake Forest's 14th Annual "Unplugged" event offers games, food, and an ‘80s band concert at E. Carroll Joyner Park, promoting in-person interaction and outdoor fun sans technology.

Wake County invites 3rd to 5th graders to enter the annual watershed-themed poster contest, with cash prizes and educational benefits. Registration ends Nov 3, 2025, submissions due Dec 3, 2025.

The Wake Forest Renaissance Centre revealed its diverse 2025-26 season lineup, featuring a range of performances from Tamer Elnoury's talk to musical and family shows. Tickets go on sale August 26.

Raleigh hosts "Boleros y Libros," a free cultural event mixing Latin ballads and literature at the city museum on September 21, featuring artist Ana Jimena.

The NWS forecasts a fluctuating weather pattern for Raleigh, with high temperatures and chances of thunderstorms, followed by sunny skies and cooler evenings.

The National Weather Service predicts a week of thunderstorms and potential flooding in Raleigh, with low visibility due to fog and a marginal risk of excessive rainfall.

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for Central North Carolina, including Raleigh, due to expected heavy rainfall, with advisories for caution and weather updates.

"Dive-In Movie" night featuring "Luca" will be held on August 23 at Holding Park Aquatic Center, with tickets on sale for $7. Swimming and snacks will be available during the screening.

The Brickhouse Band will headline the Friday Night on White event in Wake Forest on August 8, with food trucks, local beer, and strict alcohol rules in place.