Wow Bao is set to establish its first manufacturing facility in Forest City, NC, creating 88 jobs and investing $6.45 million, with Governor Josh Stein announcing the decision.

The City of Raleigh has opened nominations for the Sir Walter Raleigh Awards to honor those contributing to the city's charm and environmental quality.

North Carolina's State Board of Elections has an open meeting in Raleigh on April 16, 2025, discussing ethics, vacancies, complaints, and campaign finance. The public can attend physically or via Webex and phone.

Poké Pals Trading and Training event for children aged 6-12 to trade cards and learn game strategies on April 25 at Hill Street, no pre-registration needed.

Sertoma Arts Center offers a range of art classes for various ages, including drawing, painting, beadwork, yoga, metalwork, pottery, knitting, and inclusive programs, starting next month.

The Hill Street Neighborhood Center in Raleigh introduces Generation Pound®, a music and movement program for kids aged 6-12 to promote fitness and coordination.

Temporary lane closures on I-87 in Knightdale due to the Complete 540 project will occur nightly between 9:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. for installation of safety barriers.

The Raleigh Police Department is celebrating Animal Control Appreciation Week and acknowledging the hard work and dedication of their Animal Control Unit.

Task Force 8, comprising Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill firefighters, assisted with flood relief in Kentucky. The Raleigh Professional Fire Fighters Association celebrated their safe return and their efforts in saving lives and animals.

Firefighters from Swift Creek Engine 1 and others extinguished a fire at a Raleigh apartment, with no injuries or significant damage reported. The operation involved multiple units and took about 10 minutes.

The TSA adopted a policy requiring transgender swammers to compete based on birth sex, clashing with USA Swimming rules and leading to the JCC J-Rays' withdrawal over inclusivity concerns.

Sunny and windy weather is forecast for Raleigh, with highs of 68-86°F and gusts up to 40 mph posing potential outdoor activity disruptions and fire risks.

Wake County Public Health urges the public to get the MMR vaccine due to a rise in national measles cases, emphasizing the importance of prevention and community protection.