Coronavirus

A statement from North Carolina’s Attorney General, Josh Stein, addresses scammers attempting to take advantage of our state’s residents during the pandemic: Our office has received reports of scammers going door to door in neighborhoods selling coronavirus testing kits and cleaning supplies. This activity could be both a scam and a pretense to enter your […]

The health and safety of GoRaleigh Access customers and employees remain our top priority.  Beginning March 25, GoRaleigh Access pickups will be limited to life-sustaining trips.  These trips include medical appointments, trips to the grocery store and other essential errands.  GoRaleigh Access will also suspend fares during this time. GoRaleigh Access provides transportation for persons […]

Today, Mecklenburg County has issued a proclamation for residents to stay at home. This order will be in effect until midnight on April 16th, 2020. Things Mecklenburg residents will be able to do: Go to pharmacy, doctor, grocery store, restaurant for take-out or drive-thru Care for friend or family member Go outside for exercise with […]

Governor Roy Cooper announced today that he will sign an executive order today to keep K-12 schools in North Carolina closed until May 15th. In addition, Governor Cooper increased the number of business that will need to close. By Wednesday, March 25, the list of new closed businesses will include: Bingo Parlors Bowling Alleys Ice […]

Peloton is offering use of their app for free for 90 days. And you don’t even need the fancy bike to take advantage of it! The app allows you access to all kinds of fitness classes including running, strength, toning, cycling, yoga, meditation and outdoor workouts.   https://twitter.com/pashh15/status/1240818501281091586?s=20 Check it out here.     Facebook: The […]

Audible knows that we’re all trying to stay entertained at home, especially with kids. So, they’re giving us stories for free! Simply visit stories.audible.com from any web browser to get started. No log-ins, credit card or passwords needed.   The company says: With school closures and social distancing affecting us all, we’ve created something in the hope […]

New locations in Wake County have opened to provide food to children and adults during the pandemic. (all meals service is curb-side pick up only) Apex First Baptist Church (419 South Salem Street, Apex NC) – Dinner 6:30p-7:30p Monday through Friday, Lunch 12:00p – 1:00pm Saturday (Plus non-perishable food distribution) o Contact: Kim Bragg – […]

In response to the rising number of positive cases of COVID-19, Wake County is putting new restrictions in place to help slow the spread of coronavirus and protect the local healthcare system from becoming overwhelmed. Wake County Board of Commissioners Chairman Greg Ford today signed a new State of Emergency Declaration. The declaration requires some […]

A Wake County resident who attended The Millennium Tour 2020 at PNC Arena on March 13 has tested positive for COVID-19. The individual was symptomatic while attending the event. The person was at the concert from 8:20 p.m. Friday, March 13, to midnight Saturday, March 14. The individual had floor seats in Section 5 but […]

We all know that the coronavirus can be deadly for seniors. Dollar General has decided to dedicate its first hour of business to seniors, so that they can shop in a safer environment. Starting Tuesday, March 17th, the store hours from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. will be dedicated to senior shoppers. In a statement, […]

Don’t want to cook? Still want to eat at your favorite restaurant or support local business? Here’s the list of area restaurants who are offering takeout and delivery. Gonza Tacos: Offers takeout and catering options Willie Mae’s Country Kitchen, 107 D 1st Avenue, Knightdale, NC 919.944.1888 COPA: Offering curbside pickup Lucky’s Delicatessen: Offering curbside takeout and delivery Toast: Moving […]

In the coming weeks, many Americans will be affected either directly or indirectly by COVID-19 and Charter is focused on serving and supporting our 29 million customers. Americans rely on high speed broadband in nearly every aspect of their lives and Charter is committed to ensuring our customers maintain reliable access to the online resources […]