Raleigh Parks announces a Counselor In Training program for teens, offering hands-on experience in camp counseling from June 16-20, 2025, at the Thomas Crowder Woodland Center.

Live streaming of City Council sessions is available on the city's website, with a YouTube backup stream, minus the split-screen agenda which requires separate access to BoardDocs for full context.

Raleigh introduces 'Poké Pals Trading and Training' for kids aged 6-12 to trade Pokémon cards and learn game tactics on Fridays from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Hill Street, costing $10.

Jose Iglesias from Raleigh won $100,000 with a $50 scratch-off ticket purchased at SN Food Mart on Capital Boulevard. After taxes, he took home $71,764.

Wake County introduces an Exercise Trail featuring QR codes for guided routines, blending outdoor activity with digital technology to promote fitness and public health.

Ladaryenne Smith from North Carolina won $150,000 from a $5 scratch-off lottery ticket on Christmas Eve, planning to save and invest the money after taxes.

The Mega Millions jackpot remains unclaimed, now at $1.5 billion. Two North Carolina players won big in the Christmas Eve draw, individual prizes of $30,000 and $10,000. The next drawing is Friday night.

A Raleigh man, Reginald Epps, won a $633,202 jackpot from the North Carolina Cash 5 lottery with a $1 ticket from Rose Mart. He took home $452,741 after taxes.

Lake Lynn Community Center in Raleigh introduces a new ballet class for children ages 5-12, blending technique and fun. Classes start January 8, held on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. with affordable fees for residents and non-residents. Registration is open.

The Wheels Roller Skating Rink is nearing its 2025 opening at Merrick-Moore Park, with Durham Parks and Recreation getting ready for the final stages of preparation.

Brier Creek Community Center offers weekly backyard games for individuals aged 8 and up, every Tuesday night, with indoor or outdoor settings dependent on weather.

The final Dreamville Music Festival, created by J. Cole, will be held in Raleigh on April 5-6, 2025, celebrating its fifth iteration and concluding a series of successful events.

The City of Raleigh invites local residents to an Active Mobility Plan Open House to provide input on improving pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure.