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As we are fully into fall and spooky season, people who love folklore and are looking for a scare may want to know about some of the spookiest locations in their state. Though many people travel to areas like Savannah, Georgia, Charleston, South Carolina or even New Orleans, Louisiana. But actually, several cities across North […]
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Wake County joins with the community to raise awareness, honor survivors and provide vital education about prevention and early detection. “Breast cancer isn’t just a statistic. It’s our mothers, sisters, daughters, friends and neighbors,” said Wake County Commissioner Vickie Adamson. “This month is about saving lives through awareness […]
Downtown Durham will come alive this weekend with the debut of Missy Lane’s Block Party, a new event from Art of Cool architect Dr. Cicely Mitchell. Speaking with Karen Clark on Foxy 107.1/104.3, Mitchell described the block party as “a reimagining of the Art of Cool.” The all-day festival takes place this Saturday, October 4, […]
Fall is upon us, and at Durham Parks and Recreation we are ready to celebrate with you. From costumed dance parties and gatherings for people and their pets to creepy Halloween-themed events, we have no shortage of fall fun for everyone in the family to enjoy. Mark your calendars and get ready to create hauntingly […]
Wake County Public Libraries is brewing up a cauldron of Halloween fun for all ages with programs that are frightfully fun and eerily educational. From storytimes that’ll make little ghouls giggle to spine-tingling mysteries for adults, the entire family will find something to scream about. “Halloween at Wake County Public Libraries is a treat for […]
The City of Greenville will begin a series of information sessions for its 50-in-10 Affordable Housing Initiative this week. The 50-in-10 Affordable Housing Initiative, a long-term strategy to deliver 50 new affordable housing units throughout the West Greenville area over the next 10 years, is a collaborative effort made possible through the financial and strategic […]
October is both National Adopt a Shelter Dog Month and National Pit Bull Appreciation Month, a time to not only encourage adoptions but also to shine a light on breeds that are too often overlooked. All month long, the Wake County Animal Center is offering dogs who have been in the shelter for more than […]
Norovirus, also called the “stomach bug,” is highly contagious and spreads fast. Cases are increasing across North Carolina. How norovirus spreads Norovirus is the leading cause of foodborne illness in the United States. Noroviruses spread easily — as few as 10 viral particles can lead to illness. You can get norovirus from: Where norovirus is more […]
The Small, Emerging, and Under-resourced Business Summit is an annual event hosted by the City of Raleigh and its partners to celebrate and support the city’s small business community. The 2025 theme, “Pathways to Prosperity,” highlights the innovation, resilience, and economic contributions of local businesses across sectors such as goods, services, and construction. Register on Eventbrite. Date: Wednesday, Oct. […]
The Hillshire Brands Company is voluntarily recalling select State Fair Corn Dogs on a Stick and Jimmy Dean Pancakes & Sausage on a Stick. A limited number of products have been found to include extraneous pieces of wooden stick within the batter portion of the products, and out of an abundance of caution, the company […]
As an ongoing commitment to make ballet and the performing arts accessible to everyone in our community, the Carolina Ballet has partnered with the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts to host five free children’s classes. “We’re proud to be breaking down barriers and inviting young people from all backgrounds to experience the beauty […]
The body of a missing man was discovered over the weekend in the North Carolina section of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. According to WBTV, 21-year-old Ryan Lakes was found on Sunday, Sept. 21, in the Big Creek area of the park, located in Haywood County, about 1.5 miles from the North Carolina-Tennessee border. Lakes […]
