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.

The article discusses how Raleigh's event spaces like the Raleigh Convention & Performing Arts Complex are integral to the community, fostering engagement, innovation, and economic growth.

Creedmoor resident Manuel Taveras Paulino won $1 million from a $10 Jumbo Bucks scratch-off lottery ticket purchased in Durham, NC, and opted for a $600,000 lump sum payout.

Raleigh prepares for the 80th anniversary of its Christmas parade, highlighting the event’s history, importance to the community, and impact on the local economy.

Mordecai Historic Park hosts its annual Holiday Open House featuring historical holiday decorations, a North Pole Market, food vendors, crafting workshops, and a cooking demonstration. It's a free, festive event in Raleigh.

Pullen Park in Raleigh seeks volunteers for Holiday Express from Dec. 2-18 with a possibility to assist until Dec. 22. A sensory-friendly version will occur Dec. 7 and Dec. 15. Pre-registration is required.

Cary, NC, briefly renamed itself "Carey" in honor of Mariah Carey's holiday hit, engaging locals with festive events and drawing the singer's approval.

The North Carolina State Fair attracted nearly a million people, offering entertainment, new rides, food options, and community support events like Hunger Relief Day.