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Five Raleigh firefighters will be disciplined after local rapper CEO Showoutt filmed his "Fire Drill" music video at Fire Station 12.

North Carolina will legalize online sports betting beginning Monday, March 11th at noon.

This month, we are proud to have Mike D’s BBQ in the Bull City to serve as a sponsor for the Light Lunch, and we’ve been giving our listeners a chance to join us for some delicious barbecue. In this clip, Melissa Wade chats with the owner, Michael “Mike D” De Los Santos about his amazing […]

Raleigh Parks offers fun egg hunts and events throughout the City of Raleigh. Get the details about all the different egg hunt events for all ages. Meet the Bunny at Abbotts Creek Date: Tuesday, March 19 Time:  10 – 11:30 a.m.Ages: 0-6Cost: FreeLearn more about Meet the Bunny at Abbotts Creek The Hoppiest Egg Hunt […]

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3ldXh0VsD1ozBYw8EBoGCU?si=4213252ba19b4e61 Happy International Women’s Day to all the incredible women of DFW! Today, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and achievements of women everywhere. From breaking barriers to inspiring change, your contributions to our community are immeasurable and invaluable. As we honor this day, let’s continue to uplift and empower each other, making strides towards a […] The post Happy International Women’s Day: Vibe Out to The Official “She Is” Awards Playlist appeared first on 97.9 The Beat.

Ringmasters N.O. and Bella stop by our studios to talk about wrapping up the Raleigh leg of the UniverSoul Circus this weekend.

Michele Morrow, a far-right candidate who called public schools "indoctrination centers," pulled a big upset over incumbent Catherine Truitt.

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Dreamville will announce its highly anticipated lineup this week.

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Get ready for the live experience of Barbie the Movie in concert July 5th at the Costal Credit Union Music Park!

The Wayne County Public Library is excited to announce the opening of the newest library branch to serve northern Wayne County. The Northern Wayne Library in Fremont will replace the branches in Fremont and Pikeville, and the grand opening ceremony will be held on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at 11 a.m. at 609 S. Wilson […]

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Raleigh has made the list as one of the best cities for Black women's health outcomes.