Plus, the winners of our pumpkin contest.
 
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51º | Cloudy | 0% chance of rain | Sunrise 7:25 a.m. | Sunset 5:17 p.m.

 

🚌 Take a break from driving

How to ride the bus in Raleigh

A red GoRaleigh bus crosses a bridge in front of the Raleigh skyline as scooters and bicycles pass.
The City of Raleigh was named one of the 2023 Best Workplaces for Commuters. | Photo by the City of Raleigh
Raleigh is home to nearly 40 bus routes through GoRaleigh, not to mention even more connections though other GoTriangle transit and local university bussing systems. Learn how to ride the bus in Raleigh like a pro with this simple guide — save this for the next time you want a night out in downtown, a cheaper option, or just a break from behind the driver’s wheel.

GoRaleigh announced in March 2020 that fares will be suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This program has been extended through June 2024, so no need to worry about passes or fare.

Service routes

Most of the 30+ routes originate from downtown’s GoRaleigh Station, located near Moore Square at 214 S. Blount St. From there, routes include Capital Boulevard to Triangle Town Center, Falls of Neuse to Strickland Road, South Saunders into Garner + more. Plus, take a bus to other transit hubs, including Durham, Cary, and Chapel Hill.

GoRaleigh’s bus tracker allows you to see your vehicle in real time to help you plan your route accordingly. The mobile app TransLoc also allows for easy travel + a system-wide view of buses.

Transit pro tips

For the commuters: If you have a bike, you can bring it at no extra charge. Additionally, take advantage of Park and Ride lots, where you can drive and board a bus to your location if you don’t live near a stop.

Buses are additionally equipped with wheelchair lifts + accommodations for riders with disabilities.

Coming soon

Two upcoming projects, Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) and Raleigh Union Station Bus Facility (RUS Bus) are in progress in the 919.

BRT will provide speedy transportation throughout the city via high-capacity bussing and dedicated lanes starting in 2025. RUS Bus will join Raleigh Union Station and create another transit hub for Raleighites in the Warehouse District in 2026.
 
Events
Monday, Oct. 30
  • Global Film Series: “Parasite” | Monday, Oct. 30 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Witherspoon Student Center Campus Theater, 2810 Cates Ave., Raleigh | Free | Watch and discuss this thrilling Best Picture winning film.
  • SPOOKY SCARY Trivia Night with Andy | Monday, Oct. 30 | 7-9 p.m. | Nancy’s Pizza, 8111 Creedmoor Rd., Raleigh | Free | Quiz yourself and your friends while wearing your best costume.
Tuesday, Oct. 31
  • Wye Hill’s Halloween On The Hill | Tuesday, Oct. 31 | 5-10 p.m. | Wye Hill Kitchen & Brewing, 201 S. Boylan Ave., Raleigh | $30 | Prepare your costumes and enjoy a build-your-own-slider bar, Wye Hill brews + cocktails, Halloween-inspired trivia, and a costume contest.
Wednesday, Nov. 1
  • Tuesday’s Gone: A Skynrd Reenactmynt | Wednesday, Nov. 1 | 7-9:30 p.m. | J.S. Dorton Arena, 4285 Trinity Rd., Raleigh | $35 | Rock along to this Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band in a historic Raleigh location.
Thursday, Nov. 2
100+ more events
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Wellness

💆 Bomb balm alert

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With natural ingredients that soothe both body and mind, this balm will send you into instant relaxation mode. | Photo by The NOW Massage
Slip into bliss with the handmade Hemp Calm Balm from The NOW Massage.

This muscle-soothing salve blends cooling peppermint, warming capsicum, and relaxing ashwagandha with 4mg of broad-spectrum hemp. The result is a deliciously fragrant, multi-purpose muscle rub — perfect for deep relaxation and renewal.

Users love:
  • Calming sensations
  • Reduced tension and stress
  • Reduced pain
  • Restoration of tired muscles
Pick up a jar at The NOW Massage’s Midtown Raleigh boutique (or book a calm balm-enhanced massage for peak enjoyment).
Calm incoming
News Notes
Coming Soon
  • East Coast-based chain Wawa will bring eight convenience stores to NC by the end of 2024 with plans to have 80 NC locations in 10 years. The closest locations for Raleighites will be two in Wilson. Wawa offers made-to-order hot food items, hot coffee, and typical convenience store items. (WRAL)
Closing
  • Historic Raleigh venue Berkeley Cafe’s last day at 217 W. Martin St. is tomorrow, Oct. 31. Celebrate 43 years in this space before they move to 428 S. Dawson St., the current home of Fiction Kitchen, which is moving to Gateway Plaza.
Civic
  • Corey Branch is running for mayor of Raleigh in 2024. Branch, a longtime city councilman, said he will focus on crime, public safety, and the cost of living in Raleigh. Mayor Mary-Ann Baldwin said she intends to run again, but has not made a formal announcement yet. (WRAL)
Eat
  • A franchise of fast casual taco chain Capital Tacos will open in Raleigh, slated for spring 2024. The Tampa-based brand already has a foothold in Charlotte, and the 919 location will be its first franchise. The restaurant offers Tex-Mex style tacos, Mexican street corn, and more. (The News & Observer)
Sports
  • North Carolina FC and Mexican Club de Fútbol Monterrey Rayados are teaming up for a partnership to create pathways to pro sports for young players. Certain pro players from Rayados may join our local club as part of this program.
Show
  • Comic Katt Williams is bringing his “The Dark Matter Tour” to PNC Arena on Feb. 16, 2024, and tickets go on sale this Friday, Nov. 3 at 10 a.m. You know him from his stand-up comedy and appearances in 2000s comedy movies, now see him live.
Seasonal
Travel
  • Want to travel the world — without leaving the country? Enter: Greenville, SC, featuring 200+ restaurants downtown (a quarter of which are international), so you can indulge in flavors from around the world. Plan your foodie getaway.*
Finance
  • $300 is the new $200. This card is offering a rare $300 welcome bonus, and bonuses like that don’t come around that often. That’s why thousands are lining up for it. Learn more and apply.*
 
Announced

🎃 The pick of the patch

See the winning pumpkin from our 2023 jack-o-lantern contest

A photo of a black cat and an NC State carved pumpkin.
Reader Ashley P. won our 2023 pumpkin contest with the perfect pumpkin for Wolfpack fans. | Photo provided by Ashley P.
The votes are in for our Pumpkin Carving Contest. Check out the contest winner our readers voted for — and click through to view the spooky runners-up.

Winner: NC State Wolfpack

Reader Ashley P. had a little extra help from her kitty, which we will allow. This tuff and intricate pumpkin screams “Go Pack” — and we are here for it.

RALtoday readers really back the pumpkin Pack — Ashley P. (and her cat) got 87% of the vote. Congratulations and thanks to all of our readers who participated!

Check out our other spooky finalists at the link below, including a tribute to our great state and the scariest thing of all — construction.
Finalists here
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The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Allie

From the editor
On Friday, I sat right near the ice at the Carolina Hurricanes game against the San Jose Sharks. Teuvo Teravainen scored three goals — a hat trick — and the vibe was incredible. Plus, I got to enjoy some delicious new nachos, courtesy of Gonza.
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