Things to Do: January/February 2026
Add light and joy to the darkest days of winter with a community lantern parade. Bring your own lanterns (no fire is allowed) and join a 15-minute community walk through the park, accompanied by live music, entertainment, and onsite food trucks. The parade kicks off Cary’s GLOW 2026, a temporary outdoor display of...
26 of the most anticipated Raleigh events in 2026
The City of Oaks is preparing for a jam-packed year. There are plenty more, but we've compiled 26 of the biggest Raleigh events to attend this year — don't miss them.
Raleigh begins enforcing new noise ordinance
Big changes could be coming to the late-night scene in Raleigh, as the city begins enforcing a new noise ordinance.
Durham man wins Cash 5 jackpot worth $345,000+
He bought the winning ticket for the Dec. 18 drawing from the Family Fare on Roxboro Street in Durham, according to the North Carolina Education Lottery.
This North Carolina thrift store rewards anyone willing to browse a little longer
If you love the rush of a perfect find, Dorcas Thrift Shop in Cary might become your favorite happy place. Tucked on High House Road, this community powered store quietly rewards anyone willing to slow down and browse a little longer. Shelves refresh throughout the day, prices are fair, and the mission behind every...
Raleigh teacher on phone with 911 dies after intruder attacks her; suspect charged
A "beloved" teacher at Ravenscroft died when an intruder attacked her as she called 911.
Youngsville man faces charges for New Year’s Day assault with semi-automatic handgun
A Youngsville man was arrested on New Year’s Day following an alleged assault involving a firearm, according to online arrest warrants. Serhii Rudyi, 35, was taken into custody on Jan. 1 by deputies with the Carteret County Sheriff’s Office. He is charged with assault with a deadly weapon inflicting serious injury.
Man accused of assaulting elderly couple in Four Oaks home break-in appears in court...
Thomas Wright is accused of assaulting a couple after allegedly breaking into their home on Devils Racetrack Road on New Year's Eve.
‘Threatened With Explosives’ North Carolina Truck Driver Robs Bank and Shoots at Cops
Angry Truck Driver | iStock - Smederevac The incident is being viewed as domestic terror as civilians feared for their lives. The trucker had multiple guns. The post ‘Threatened With Explosives’ North Carolina Truck Driver Robs Bank and Shoots at Cops appeared first on MotorBiscuit .
Duke limits visitors to ASCs due to respiratory illness surge
All ASCs and hospitals within Durham, N.C.-based Duke University Health System will temporarily limit patient visitations due to a significant increase in respiratory illness in the area, the Mooresville Tribune reported Jan. 2. Beginning Jan. 6., daytime visitors to ASCs and hospitals within the system will be...

















