The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Service, in partnership with Durham County Cooperative Extension, is hosting a Pesticide Collection Day on October 16, 2024.

Chatham Community Library is hosting a "Living & Dying" film series in October with discussions on life and death, featuring films like "Staring Down Fate" and "A Will for the Woods".

The NC Department of Environmental Quality updated the Moriah Energy Center's air permit to require more frequent reporting of emissions and operational data.

Weatherby Healthcare plans to expand in Raleigh, creating 155 jobs and investing $7.6 million, with Governor Cooper and local agencies supporting the economic development.

Seven North Carolina school districts will receive a total of $368 million in construction grants from the state's lottery revenues for improvements and modernizations.

The City of Durham settles with the Justice Department over its Fire Department's hiring bias against Black applicants, leading to reforms and compensation.

A power outage in Chapel Hill caused by a fallen tree led to the closure of Estes Hills Elementary and Guy B. Phillips Middle School, affecting students and staff.

Chatham Community Library hosts "Arts & Alzheimer's: Therapeutic Dance," a program for those with dementia, on October 10, 2024, led by Gabrielle Rivero.

The Wake Forest Police Department teams up with Wegmans for a Drug Take Back event on October 26, offering residents a safe way to dispose of unused medications.

Improved communications and military help are aiding rescue efforts in Western North Carolina following Hurricane Helene, with 6,500 people assisted and communications infrastructure recovering.

Aviation plays a crucial role in Hurricane Helene's relief efforts in Western North Carolina, with a threefold increase in flights prompting enhanced safety measures and strategic coordination among aid providers.

Mayor Williams will host "Durham Leveling Up," a free event to support local businesses at NCCU on October 29, featuring discussions and networking opportunities.

Travis Williams was named Assistant Director of Aging and Adult Services at Durham County DCoDSS, bringing over 20 years of diverse social service experience.