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Durham's ReCity Network Opens Renaissance Lounge to Cut Startup Rent Costs

Renaissance Lounge — Approximate Site of New Affordable Workspace. A new 700-square-foot coworking spot called the Renaissance Lounge opened at 112 Broadway St. in Durham on Oct. 29, 2026, giving entrepreneurs, nonprofits and community organizers a place to work and gather without signing a traditional office lease. The space is the latest expansion from ReCity Network, the nonprofit-rooted coworking operator that has grown from a single warehouse room into a 25,000-square-foot hub housing nearly 90 organizations.

Durham, NC · 2d
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Land Conservation Project Protects 69 Acres Upstream Of Clayton

CLAYTON – Nearly 70 acres of undeveloped land along the Neuse River near the Johnston-Wake county line have been permanently protected from development as part of an effort to preserve water quality and expand a nearby nature preserve. Triangle Land Conservancy announced it protected the 69-acre tract, known as...

Clayton, NC · 2d
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WRAL News

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Traffic shift coming to Old Stage Road for NCDOT widening project

Drivers who travel Old Stage Road in southern Wake County, near Garner, should be prepared for a traffic shift Friday evening and overnight. Beginning at 7 p.m., crews with the North Carolina Department of Transportation will move traffic onto two newly constructed lanes so they can build new northbound lanes for the Old Stage Road widening project.

Wake County, NC · 18h
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Durham voters face a crowded ballot, even as county offices go unchallenged

Durham County voters cast ballots in record numbers this election, even though there weren’t many local candidates on the ballot. Voters saw no challengers in the election for sheriff, district attorney or clerk of Superior Court. But those were only a few of the races on a ballot packed with federal, state and judicial contests, along with three proposed state constitutional amendments. As of 4 p.m. Tuesday, the Durham County Board of Elections said over 23,700 voters cast ballots on Election Day with polls closing at 7:30 p.m. During the early voting period, Durham County surpassed 100,000 voters, the largest early-voting turnout for a midterm election in the county’s history. There are about 250,000 eligible voters in the county. The big picture The countywide officers on the ballot Tuesday were effectively elected in the March primary, when Democratic candidates won. Sheriff Clarence Birkhead, District Attorney Satana Deberry and Clerk of Superior Court Aminah Thompson were all on the ballot unopposed. For the Soil and Water Conservation District Supervisor, two people were on the ballot for two open seats: David Harris and Mark Waller. But Durham County voters were also choosing between candidates in the U.S. Senate race, the 4th Congressional

Durham County, NC · 3d

Rocky Mount Telegram

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Wilkins elected to serve in NC House, ousting Republican legislator

Democrat Lorenza Wilkins on Tuesday evening won election to the N.C. House District 25 seat, turning back incumbent N.C. Rep. Allen Chesser’s attempt to win election to a third consecutive two-year term in Raleigh. Unofficial results showed that Wilkins, the Democratic nominee, received 20,420 votes (nearly 52.7 percent) while Chesser, a Republican, received 17,340 votes (slightly more than 44.7 percent). Nick Taylor, a Libertarian, received 1,010 votes (more than 2.6 percent). District 25 includes all but the far southeastern part of Nash County. Wilkins in 2024 challenged Chesser in a three-way general election contest in which Taylor also was on the ballot. Chesser won that round and was returned to the N.C. General Assembly after Wilkins called for a recount but still ended up falling short. Chesser won that race by a less than 1 percent margin. “I want to thank every single volunteer, every donor, every individual who contributed to the campaign,” Wilkins said. “It is now time to unify the county as much as we can — the district — and roll our sleeves up and get to work.” Wilkins particularly attributed the victory this time to the hard work of a lot of dedicated people. “We worked

Nash County, NC · 3d

Raleigh News & Observer

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How Wake County school board plans to enforce ethics rules among its members

Wake County school board members are creating a process to punish members for misconduct while saying they’re not going to stifle dissent. The Wake County school board gave initial approval Wednesday to a revised Code of Ethics policy that creates a process for publicly censuring board members. School board chair Tyler Swanson said the policy changes will provide clear guardrails on what board members can and can’t do. “Our job is the governing body,” Swanson said in an interview after the vote. “This policy does not yield that power away to staff. It allows us to have some checks and balances, so the board can stay above the fray, and staff can deal with the day-to-day operations through the superintendent’s guidance.” He said they’re emulating school districts such as Johnston County, which has censured members over their conduct. In 2022, Johnston County school board member Ronald Johnson was censured for actions such as trying to transfer the children of an adversary and for inappropriately texting sexual comments about a female school employee during board meetings. In 2025, Johnson was removed from the school board by a judge after being convicted of extortion and obstruction of justice. Caution urged on enforcing

Wake County, NC · 2d

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Durham Public Schools delays vote on $474,000 contract for "right-sizing" study

The Durham Public Schools Board of Education had a lengthy debate Thursday night about whether to approve a contract for a consultant to conduct a "right-sizing and consolidation" study. The school board approved a request for proposals and scope for the study in June. Four new board members on the...

Durham, NC · 6h

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WakeMed-Atrium merger initiates change for North Carolina healthcare

On Sept. 26, the Wake County Board of Commissioners voted 5-2 to approve the official merger between WakeMed hospitals and Atrium Health. With more than $2 billion in investment from Atrium, the agreement is expected to provide WakeMed with the resources to renovate existing facilities, improve technology and expand its capacity to meet the growing needs of healthcare services within North Carolina.

North Carolina · 1d

Raleigh News & Observer

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NC schools identify $18 billion in construction needs. Can it be funded?

A $680 million bond referendum approved this week by Wake County voters represents just a small fraction of the school construction needs in the state. The K-12 Facilities Needs Survey presented Wednesday to the State Board of Education show that North Carolina school districts are reporting $18 billion in school construction needs over the next five years. While there’s some state and local funding available, state board members questioned whether there’s enough money to pay for the school projects. “When we see $18 billion for this five-year plan, I’m a very optimistic person, but I don’t see us cutting into that number and I think it’s going to go up a lot more during the next five years, particularly with these construction costs,” said Alan Duncan, vice chair of the state board. “So if we’re truly focused on giving a sound public education to our students, that includes a safe and nurturing learning environment.” Renovation needs rising for schools Under state law, school boards are required to report their school construction needs every five years to the state board. The last study done in 2021 showed $13.1 billion in needs over a five-year period. The new report showed a nearly

North Carolina · 1d

WRAL News

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Drought worsens: Parts of Triangle now in extreme drought, NC's severe drought expands

North Carolina's drought continues to worsen, with parts of Wake County now in extreme drought. The areas shown in red below are in extreme drought, according to the latest drought status report released on Thursday, Nov. 5. According to WRAL meteorologist Grant Skinner, the drought has worsened since the last...

Wake County, NC · 1d

The Wake Weekly

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Wake County and Town of Zebulon invest in major improvements to Nomaco Park Stadium

A new playground area, community event space and updated Sky Lounge are among the new and renovated spaces coming to Nomaco Park Stadium in Zebulon.

Zebulon, NC · 2d

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A First Look at Proposed Data Center Regulations for Durham

After the City of Durham and Durham County passed moratoriums on new data center construction earlier this year, the Durham Planning Department has brought forth new recommendations for how the city and county should regulate data centers going forward once those moratorium periods have ended. The proposal suggests requiring all...

Durham, NC · 1d

Carolina Public Press

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After the deluge. Making sense of the altered political landscape in NC.

Massive wins across North Carolina for Democrats and losses for Republicans in 2026 election have multiple causes, complex implications.

North Carolina · 11h

Salisbury Post

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East Spencer announces town manager hire

EAST SPENCER — The town of East Spencer has selected its next town manager following a months-long search. Brian Hart, who is currently assistant county manager and human services director […]

East Spencer, NC · 5h

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Durham Council Rejects Board's Pick for Environmental Seat Over Data Center Ties

Durham’s Environmental Affairs Board recommends candidates, but its appointment recommendations are not binding on the City Council or County Commissioners. That distinction came into focus Monday, when council members sent a proposed appointment back for further consideration, leaving an at-large seat vacant. The council had been set to appoint Jefferson Crawford to a term running through June 2027, but did not vote as planned.

Durham, NC · 1d

Rocky Mount Telegram

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Nash County is joining Operation Green Light

The Nash County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a resolution Monday supporting Operation Green Light for Veterans, a national initiative that recognizes military veterans and raises awareness of the challenges many face after returning to civilian life. The resolution was presented by Nash County Veterans Services Director Anthony Rogers, who urged the county to join communities across the nation in showing support for veterans and their families. Operation Green Light, an initiative of the National Association of Counties and the National Association of County Veteran Service Officers, encourages residents, businesses and local governments to display green lights in the week leading up to Veterans Day. The display from Nov. 4 through Nov. 11 is a visible symbol of gratitude and support for those who have served in the armed forces. The resolution cites the sacrifices made by military personnel, the stress many service members experience during the transition to civilian life and the continuing role veterans play in their communities through civic organizations, public service and volunteer work. Following the presentation, commissioners offered their appreciation to Rogers and highlighted the ongoing needs of veterans throughout Nash County. Nash County Commissioner Wayne Outlaw thanked Rogers for both his military service and

Nash County, NC · 11h

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This North Carolina College Was Quietly Crowned The State’s Hidden Gem Heading Into 2027

Some of the calmest acres in Raleigh sit just a few minutes from the busy downtown core, and plenty of North Carolinians drive right past them without a second look. Behind the campus gates is a small school with a big reputation for close-knit classes, friendly faces, and athletic fields worth a stroll.

Raleigh, NC · 5d

The Johnstonian News

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Garner man receives 11-year firearm sentence

Garner man Murad Terrell Taylor was sentenced to 137 months in federal prison for possessing a firearm as a convicted felon.

Garner, NC · 11h

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NC storms strike: Tornado warnings, floods and I-40 wrecks

Severe storms swept through North Carolina today, ending about two weeks of little rain. The National Weather Service issued tornado warnings for Bladen and Wayne counties, while central North Carolina dealt with flash flooding and crashes. What happened in Bladen County?. The weather service issued an updated tornado warning at...

Bladen County, NC · 8h

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The Hargrove heirs settle an inheritance.

Deed book 290, page 587, Wilson County Register of Deeds office. We first met Duncan J. Hargrove here, going down slow after believing himself to be hoodooed. The deed above reveals a different source of stress in Hargrove’s latter years, financial foes that led to the loss of much of his real estate.

Wilson, NC · 1d