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Beginning today, college students can apply for summer internship opportunities with North Carolina state government agencies. Administered by the NC Department of Administration’s Division for Women and Youth, the annual competitive program offers 10-week, paid internships for college students interested in careers in state government.  “As a former intern with the North Carolina Department of […]
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Pitt County Public Health invites community members living with diabetes, as well as their caregivers and supporters, to participate in its 2026 Diabetes Support Group. The monthly program is designed to provide education, encouragement and practical tools for managing diabetes and improving overall well-being. The Diabetes Support Group meets on the second Wednesday of each […]
Honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. is the purpose of the annual Durham City-County Martin Luther King, Jr. (MLK) Employee Observance. The celebration, jointly hosted by the City of Durham and Durham County, will take place on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. The event will begin at 11 a.m. inside First […]
The application period for the annual Lady Cardinal Mentorship Program is now open. North Carolina high school girls, grades 9-12, can apply now through February 23, 2026, for the four-week paid summer STEM enrichment opportunity with North Carolina state government. Established in 2019 by the NC Department of Administration’s Division for Women and Youth, the […]
The Teen Trek Out experience is one like no other. Enjoy a day packed with adventure, laughs, and a good time. Join us as we venture across Raleigh for two fieldtrips and lunch because days off should never be boring. See you there! Details Location: Peach Road ParkDate: Monday, Jan. 26Time: 8 a.m. – 5:30 […]
In January, the community is invited to participate in a meaningful weekend of events dedicated to celebrating the enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., fostering unity, and promoting service. The Town also begins a celebration of Black art and culture that will last into early March. Holly Springs MLK Jr. Committee Activities on […]
Durham Public Schools invites parents and the community to its annual Showcase of Schools event on Saturday, January 10 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. The event will be held at Northern High School located at 4622 N. Roxboro Road, Durham. The event is designed for families to learn about the excellent programs and offerings […]
Charlotte’s real estate community is marking a fundraising milestone aimed at helping people experiencing homelessness. The Homeowners Impact Fund, a nonprofit created to unite local realtors around charitable giving, has raised $200,000 after reworking its fundraising strategy, according to WCNC. The support comes as nonprofits such as Roof Above face growing uncertainty tied to potential […]
Local hospitals are tightening visitor policies to reduce the spread of contagious respiratory illnesses among vulnerable patients. Novant Health, Iredell Memorial Hospital and Catawba Valley Health began restrictions Tuesday, Dec. 30. According to WCNC, Novant Health is limiting visits by children under 13, with exceptions for special circumstances such as visiting a newborn sibling or […]
The first Black-owned children’s bookstore, Liberation Station, has reopened in Raleigh, North Carolina Monday, Dec. 29, after online threats forced it to close earlier this year. The bookstore has relocated to 430 Hill Street in Southeast Raleigh. The owner, Victoria Scott-Miller, a former educator, said that her two young boys were the motivation behind her […]
As 2025 comes to a close, communities throughout the North Carolina Triangle are planning a variety of New Year’s Eve events to ring in 2026, from family-friendly festivities to late-night parties across Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Morrisville, and surrounding areas. Downtown Raleigh will once again host WRAL First Night Raleigh, a multi-venue celebration that begins […]
