Hanson Aggregates, City Settle 20-Year Dispute
The ongoing lawsuit between the City of Raleigh and the operator of a quarry has finally ended. Hanson Aggregates, which owns and operates the quarry at 5001 Duraleigh Road in northwest Raleigh, has...
View ArticleKickoff Event for Downtown Plan Set for Feb. 11
The City of Raleigh and the Downtown Raleigh Alliance are seeking residents’ ideas and energy to continue the momentum of Downtown Raleigh’s rebirth. A kickoff event for the City’s Downtown Plan is...
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Moral Saturday
Thousands of people gathered Saturday for a "Mass Moral March" in downtown Raleigh to protest Republican-led legislation passed last year in North Carolina.
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RHDC Seeking Candidates
The Raleigh Historic Development Commission (RHDC) is seeking new members. Qualified candidates are submitted as recommendations to Raleigh City Council. There will be a minimum of one vacancy on the...
View ArticleFourth Public Input Session Scheduled for Union Station
A fourth public information session about Union Station will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at CAM Raleigh, 409 West Martin St. Updated plans for the new multi-modal station will be available for...
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Wake Hires Florida County Manager
Wake County Commissioners have selected Jim Hartmann to serve as Wake County Manager. Provided by Wake County Hartmann, currently the manager of Seminole County, Fla., will replace former County...
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Gurley Resigns from County Commission
Wake County Commissioner Tony Gurley has announced his resignation from the board to work for Gov. Pat McCrory as the chief operating officer for the Office of State Budget and Management. Gurley, who...
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Sunshine Week Audit Finds Some Records Tough to Obtain
It’s Sunshine Week. Journalists and open government advocates set aside this week each year to celebrate open records and push for stronger open meetings and public records laws. We know not every...
View ArticleRDU To Open Terminal 1
Raleigh-Durham International Airport announced it will open its renovated Terminal 1 April 13. The Airport Authority had delayed the opening due to unseasonably cold temperatures that impacted the...
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Farewell, Fat Daddy’s
Fat Daddy's restaurant on Glenwood Avenue closed this weekend. The restaurant first opened in 1985. Laura Fiorilli-Crews / Raleigh Public Record
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President Carter Visits Raleigh
Former President Jimmy Carter signs copies of his recent book, "A Call to Action: Women, Religion, Violence, and Power" at Quail Ridge Books in Raleigh Wednesday. Laura Fiorill-Crews / Raleigh Public...
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Bike First Friday
More than 100 people joined Bike First Friday this weekend. Charles Duncan / Raleigh Public Record
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Fees Increases Coming for Water, Sewer Maintenance
Raleigh and Garner residents and property owners should expect to see an increase in the fees associated with their water and sewer bill beginning in July. If approved with next year’s budget, sewer...
View ArticleVoter Registration Deadline is Friday
Key Dates April 11 by 5 p.m.: Deadline to register to vote April 24: Early voting begins at the Board of Elections office only April 26: Early voting beings at the four additional sites April 29:...
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Primary Election Guide – Spring 2014
Karen Tam This spring Raleigh and Wake County voters will pick candidates in several local races to send to the General Election in Novembers. Wake District Attorney Colon Willoughby retired recently,...
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NC House District 49 – Kim Hanchette
This candidate could not be reached for an interview. Kim Hanchette Democrat Twitter Facebook Website Occupation: Founder of Diabetes Management Solutions City: Raleigh
View ArticleEarly Voting Begins Today for Primary Election
Early voting begins today for the May 6 Primary Election. Any eligible Wake County voter may visit an early voting location and cast a vote. Voters do not need an ID to vote. Wake County is offering...
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Early Voting
Some residents turned out Thursday at the Wake County Board of Elections Office for the first day of early voting. Voters can cast ballots at one of five locations this year for the May 6 primary...
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Midtown Park Opens
Music, fashion shows, free samples and more drew crowds to North Hills this Saturday and Sunday to mark the opening of a new park and performance space. Laura Fiorilli-Crews / Raleigh Public Record The...
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