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Plan Ahead: 30+ November events in Raleigh
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
October 29, 2025 10:00 AM
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Allie Remhof
The sun setting over downtown Raleigh's skyline.
Real Estate
5 Raleigh life hacks
Pro tips every Raleighite should know.
February 17, 2023
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Anne Weber
A heap of tomatoes and vegetation in a dark brown wooden bin outside.
Travel and Outdoors
The beginner’s guide to composting in Raleigh
We’re answering questions like “What is composting?” and “How do I compost in an apartment?”
February 17, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
Donuts being made at Bright Spot Donuts.
Culture
7 random acts of kindness to brighten up Raleigh’s community
Put a smile on your neighbor’s face with these random acts of kindness.
February 15, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
The exterior of the Raleigh Sandwich Shop on South Wilmington Street.
Food
The Green Monkey’s big move
The inclusive neighborhood bar and gift shop is moving to downtown Raleigh.
February 15, 2023
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Anne Weber
A map of some local hot spots for love.
Culture
Finding love in the City of Oaks
Our readers shared their local love stories.
February 13, 2023
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Anne Weber
Outside the old C. Grace building on Glenwood Avenue.
Food
What’s opening in the old C. Grace building?
The former jazz club is trading trumpets for tequila.
February 10, 2023
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Anne Weber
Two plates of barbecue and sides.
Food
Pig out at these 3 new barbecue joints
Midwood Smokehouse, The BBQ Lab, and Longleaf Swine are heating up Raleigh’s barbecue scene.
February 9, 2023
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Cat George
A couple cheersing two champagne flutes on a rooftop.
Culture
Last-minute local ideas for Valentine’s Day
From flowers and happy hours to meteor showers and local boutiques, we’ve got a few ideas to make your Valentine’s Day special.
February 9, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
The Krispy Kreme sign on Person Street.
Culture
Asked: What are some of Raleigh’s standout signs?
We’re thinking about iconic signage in the City of Oaks.
February 8, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
A workout class at Current Wellness.
Culture
15+ boutique fitness studios in Raleigh
The City of Oaks has plenty of boutique fitness studios to work out your body and mind locally.
February 8, 2023
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Anne Weber
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The Carolina Hurricanes hockey team huddle and celebrate on the ice.
Sports
Your guide to the 2024-25 Carolina Hurricanes
The Canes are back. Here’s what you need to know ahead of their season opener against the Tampa Bay Lightning.
October 10, 2024
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Allie Remhof
A band performs on Fairview Street at Fall For Five Points.
Events
Fall For Five Points is this Saturday
Tomorrow, Oct. 12, Fall For Five Points will pop up in the historic neighborhood, one of the best places to enjoy autumn in Oak City.
October 10, 2024
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Allie Remhof
Two children run ahead of the rest of the family on a fall path filled with orange leaves.
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Travel and Outdoors
Low-cost ways to exercise in Raleigh
Exercise doesn’t have to be an expensive activity in Raleigh. Explore the different ways to get active in Oak City.
October 9, 2024
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Danyale Daniels
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Food
Sodabox expands to the Lenovo Center
The locally owned “dirty” soda spot Sodabox is expanding with addition of two new locations inside of the Lenovo Center.
October 9, 2024
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Danyale Daniels
The exterior and sign of the first Char-Grill restaurant.
City
What should happen to the original Char-Grill?
The Hillsborough Street Char-Grill has been serving up cheap eats since 1959 and is the first of the iconic NC chain serving up flame-grilled eats.
October 8, 2024
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Allie Remhof
A copper acorn.
City
Raleigh’s most iconic landmarks
Consider these landmarks our Hollywood signs.
October 7, 2024
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Allie Remhof
a sign on Western NC business that reads "We love you Asheville so much stay safe see you soon."
Nonprofits
Support recovery efforts across WNC
RALtoday along with our sister markets with 6AM City are raising funds to support WNC communities during the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.
October 7, 2024
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Danyale Daniels
A person sitting at a desk in front of computer monitors.
City
Raleigh-Wake Emergency Communications Center is hiring
Service the Raleigh-Wake community by applying to be a call taker or telecommunicator for the Emergency Communications Center. Find out more about the position and resources before you apply.
October 4, 2024
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Danyale Daniels
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Culture
Winners Announced for RALtoday’s Best
Our readers have spoken. Here’s the list of winners, as determined by votes from our audience.
October 4, 2024
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Victoria Bardega