Wake County Explains Tornado Watch and Warning During Preparedness Week
Wake County Government in Raleigh, North Carolina, says that during Severe Weather Preparedness Week it will break down the difference between a tornado or severe storm WATCH and WARNING in sandwich terms.
The post invites people to learn more about preparedness and to participate in this week's tornado drill with Wake County staff. A link is provided at https://bit.ly/40KFyrz.
| Mar 2, 2026 at 7:14 PM | Gov |
Houston remembers five firefighters at Southwest Inn
The Houston Fire Department gathered at the Southwest Inn site in Houston to honor five fallen members—Capt. Matthew Renaud, Engineer Operator Robert Bebee, Firefighter Robert Garner, Probationary Firefighter Anne Sullivan and Capt. William 'Iron Bill' Dowling—13 years after their deaths.
| Jun 2, 2026 at 10:20 AM |
Wakefield Student Named to SADD National Leadership Council
Wakefield High School student Lexi Rosinski has been selected to serve on the Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) 2026–27 National Student Leadership Council, joining peers nationwide as she promotes safe choices through Wakefield Drives Safe.
| Jun 2, 2026 at 6:20 AM |
Wake County invites feedback on the South Wake landfill study
Wake County, North Carolina, is inviting residents to participate in the Beyond the South Wake Landfill Study with online materials and a short survey for input on future waste disposal options—no event attendance is required.
| Jun 2, 2026 at 6:20 AM |
Remembering Five Houston Firefighters Killed in 2013 Southwest Inn Fire
Four Houston firefighters were killed in a five-alarm Southwest Inn fire on May 31, 2013—the department’s deadliest incident—with Captain William "Iron Bill" Dowling later dying in 2017 from complications of his injuries as five personnel from Stations 51 and 68 are remembered.
| May 31, 2026 at 2:20 PM |
Wake County student Brecken Patterson wins National PTA Reflections award
Wake County Public Schools in Apex, North Carolina, announced that Brecken Patterson of Middle Creek Elementary is the district's first National PTA Reflections award winner for his short film "Creeper's First Day of School," which earned the Award of Merit and will be featured in the National PTA's virtual exhibit, and he also received the 2025-2026 Wake County PTA Art Reflections Certificate of Achievement in the Film Production category.
| May 31, 2026 at 12:20 PM |
Wake County Veterans Stand Down Set for June 6
The Wake County Veterans Stand Down will be held Saturday, June 6, at William Peace University in Raleigh, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., offering free meals, health screenings, housing, legal aid, showers, clothing and other services with no appointment and no cost to participate.
| May 31, 2026 at 12:20 PM |
Wake County seeks precinct officials for 2026 General Election
Wake County's Board of Elections in Raleigh, North Carolina, is inviting residents to apply to serve as precinct officials for the 2026 General Election, a role that includes training, site setup, operating voting equipment and assisting voters, and offers a firsthand view of the preparation and teamwork behind Wake County elections.
| May 31, 2026 at 12:20 PM |
Wake County marks Women's History Month with tribute, library programs
Wake County Government in Raleigh, North Carolina, marked Women’s History Month by thanking women who lead with heart, serve with purpose and inspire through action, while the county’s public libraries planned a month-long slate of book lists and programs and invited residents to tag an inspiring woman in the post.
| May 30, 2026 at 8:20 PM |
Wake County school counselors gather for annual conference
Wake County Public Schools in Apex, North Carolina, gathered school counselors from across the district for their annual conference to celebrate their data-driven, schoolwide work that supports academics, attendance and behavior, while noting the profession's shift from 'guidance counselors' to 'school counselors'.
| May 30, 2026 at 8:20 PM |
Apex Foundation honors two Felton Grove High School teachers
Apex Foundation in Apex, North Carolina, highlighted two Felton Grove High School educators—Jessica Flegel, English II PLC teacher leader and intervention specialist, and Jillian Placko, an advocate for students with special needs—on Shoutout Tuesday, with thanks to sponsors including FRESH Local Ice Cream and McDonald's.
| May 30, 2026 at 8:20 PM |