Raleigh Water reports the city's water meets EPA lead and copper standards, with testing showing levels below the action thresholds. Residents can request free lead testing.

Raleigh's Method Community Park hosts a haunted house, "Lil Lottie's Nightmare," inviting visitors over 12 to experience terror on October 24 from 7 to 11 p.m., with an entry fee of $5.

Sara Ward is appointed as the new director of the Atlantic Conservation Coalition by the North Carolina DNCR, to oversee regional conservation and carbon emission reduction efforts.

Carrboro announces a free community event on October 11 with activities, resources, and a live Zumba class, fostering local engagement and awareness of town services.

Wake County Animal Center offers $25 adoptions for dogs in shelter over two weeks in October, celebrating Adopt a Shelter Dog and Pit Bull Appreciation Month.

The Anne Gordon Center for Active Adults is organizing a 3-day trip to Myrtle Beach, starting Dec. 4, featuring festive activities, dining, shows, and shopping for older adults. Prices vary based on residency and room occupancy.

Raleigh's Pullen Arts Center offers a "Pottery Class in Spanish," combining pottery-making with language learning, inclusive of lunch, on October 24 from 10 a.m to 1 p.m.

Wake County Public Libraries are organizing Halloween events for all ages, with activities ranging from storytime for kids to crafts and movie nights for teens.

A fight at Southern School of Energy and Sustainability led to a School Resource Officer using a Taser; no injuries occurred, and the school was briefly on "Hold".

North Carolina's DNCR announced $26.5 million in federal grants to enhance state outdoor recreation areas, aiming to increase total investment to about $56 million.

Raleigh's HRM Program plans festive events in December, including Sip n' Shop, trolley rides, a European-style Christmas Market, and historical house celebrations.

The Durham County Commissioners' Work Session on October 6 will be both in-person and online at 9 a.m.; public attendance is encouraged with multiple ways to participate and view the proceedings.

Raleigh's weather forecast predicts sunny days with mild temperatures; highs around 73-75°F and gentle northeast winds. Clear nights anticipated with temperatures around 52-55°F. Potential showers by next Wednesday.