A snow day on Fayetteville Street circa 1920. | Courtesy of @ncmuseumhistory
Meteorologists across the country are watching a significant winter storm that might impact Raleigh this weekend. Here’s what we know so far and how to prepare.
As of Tuesday afternoon, an active storm pattern from the Gulf Coast is expected to move into NC just as a cold front arrives from the north, and the two could potentially combine for wintery precipitation. “It’s too early to say how much, but this is probably going to be a big impact event the second half of Saturday and Sunday for all of central North Carolina,” CBS 17 chief meteorologist Wes Hohenstein told RALtoday.
“What is certain is we’ve gone another 24 hours, and it is still looking like an event’s going to unfold that brings some winter weather and is going to impact the area,” Hohenstein told RALtoday.
A simple act. A powerful impact. Local lives depend on it. | Photos provided by The Blood Connection
Did you know? January is National Blood Donor Month, a time to recognize the everyday heroes who help save lives with a simple, selfless act: donating blood. At The Blood Connection (TBC), this month is dedicated to thanking donors and highlighting the critical role they play in supporting patients at local hospitals.
Winter can be one of the most challenging times to maintain a stable blood supply. Between holiday travel, seasonal illnesses, and unpredictable weather, donations often decline — yet the need for blood never slows down. Emergency procedures, cancer treatments, and chronic conditions rely on a consistent supply, no matter the season.
Thanks to generous donors, TBC continues to serve communities across the region and ensure hospitals have the blood they need when it matters most. Whether you’re a longtime donor or considering your first appointment, National Blood Donor Month is a powerful reminder: one donation can make a lasting difference.
Winner winner, chicken dinner. Raising Cane’s will open its first Raleigh location on Hillsborough Street on Tuesday, Jan. 27 in the former Varsity Theater. Be prepared for long lines and tasty chicken. (Triangle Food Blog)
Development
Empire Properties, which also manages Empire Eats restaurants like The Pit and Raleigh Times, purchased four downtown parcels, including Taz’s Supermarket, which is now closed. The parcels are all on Wilmington and Hargett, and Empire said they hope to make a positive impact downtown with new developments. (Triangle Business Journal)
Traffic
Remember the peanut-shaped intersection proposal for Lake Wheeler Road? It’s happening, and it’ll also include sidewalks, bike lanes, transit improvements, and other amenities to make the stretch next to Dix Park a “complete street.” (Raleigh Downtown)
Try This
It’s officially Girl Scout cookie season, and troops will be selling Thin Mints, Peanut Butter Patties, and Trefoils across town. Take a look at where troops will be next — a sale at Benchwarmers this Sunday sounds tasty.
Theater
Tickets are on sale now for Theatre Raleigh’s 2026 main stage season that includes “Dear Evan Hansen,” “Come From Away,” and “Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors.” Grab tickets fast before they sell out.
Listen
North Carolina rapper J. Cole’s seventh album, “The Fall-Off,” is set to come out Friday, Feb. 6. We’re hoping it comes with a new Dreamville fest announcement. (Billboard)
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Weather
Weather
❄️ Get ready for snow
Will winter 2023-24 bring snow to rival 2022’s? | Photo by RALtoday
Although the storm still isn’t guaranteed to hit Raleigh, here are some easy tips ahead of the potentially snowy weekend.
Stay up to date with a local weather team. And sorry, no one at RALtoday has a meteorology degree, but we’ll still keep you in the loop.
Reconsider weekend plans, including those with lots of travel. Frozen precipitation combined with ice-cold roads means snow and ice will most likely stick.
Stay inside and off the roads. Take the time to watch a movie, read a locally written book, or tune in to a Saturday Canes game or the NFL playoffs.
Prepare for power outages with batteries, candles, flashlights, and wood for your fireplace.
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Wake County has a growing appetite for Indian food + fine dining, and I loved this article about the growth of Indian restaurants in our area. Give it a readand tell me it didn’t make you hungry.
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