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🌱 Wake Sheriff's K-9 Unit Shake-Up + Lights Out For Bird Migration

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Happy National Doodle Day Raleigh!

We made it to the weekend, but that doesn't mean the news stops. So to keep you up to date, and give you something to do, I've rounded up:

  • The top news, including plans for apartments in downtown Raleigh
  • Some exciting events, including the African American Cultural festival
  • An opportunity for you to discover new ways to explore the Triangle

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First, today's weather:

Humid with clouds and sun. High: 88 Low: 67.

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Here are the top five stories in Raleigh today:

  1. Kane Realty Corporation has announced plans for another high-rise development in downtown Raleigh. The West End II would be its second mixed-use development in the West End near the Warehouse District. The plans include 4,000 square feet of ground level retail, two stories of parking and five floors of apartments. If approved, the groundbreaking would take place in the summer of 2023, with completion anticipated by spring 2025. (CBS17, WRAL) A report on new apartment construction from RentCafe.com shows nearly 10,000 new apartments set to be added in 2022. (CBS17)
  2. Following the death of Sheriff's Deputy Ned Byrd, Wake County's K-9 unit has undergone a staff shake-up. The Wake County Sheriff's Office has provided a reassignment list showing promotions, transfers and demotions. It involves some of Byrd's closest colleagues. Three K-9 officers are being moved to different positions and extensive training will be required for any new officers moving to the unit. Among the moves, K-9 Officer Devin Richardson is being reassigned to work in detention at the county jail, and according to other deputies, is devastated by the move. Richardson was close with Officer Byrd and some of the other deputies that have been reassigned were involved in his murder investigation. (WRAL)
  3. This month, Raleigh will once again join the Lights Out for Bird Migration efforts. Beginning September 10, through November 30, all non-essential lighting in city facilities will be turned off between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m. Migratory bird populations have been in serious decline and turning off lights helps prevent collisions. The efforts will also help save costs by reducing energy consumption. The city encourages all residents to partake in the effort as well. (Raleigh NC)
  4. A motorcyclist was killed in a crash on Falls of Neuse Road on Thursday afternoon. According to police, the motorcyclist was travelling northbound around 4:30 p.m., when a car exiting a parking lot pulled out in front of them. The motorcyclist whose identity has not been released was pronounced dead at the scene. No charges have been filed at this time. (abc11, CBS17)
  5. The Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Raleigh has implemented a new bag policy to improve security. The venue now requires that all bags be no bigger than 12 inches long, wide, and 10 inches deep. The venue will make exceptions during family shows for diaper bags when infants and toddlers are present, but they will be searched and tagged. (WRAL)

Today in Raleigh:

  • Yoga Flow at Dorothea Dix Park (9 a.m.)
  • Arts and Crafts Fair at Fortnight Brewing Co. (noon -5 p.m.)
  • Kidspreneur Pop-Up Market at Casa Cubana (noon - 5 p.m.)
  • Labor Day Food Festival at The Honeysuckle Tea House Chapel Hill (noon - 5 p.m.)
  • Raleigh Jerk Fest on Sunnybrook (1 - 9 p.m.)
  • Downtown Durham Oktoberfest Party (2 - 10 p.m.)
  • African American Cultural Festival at Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts (7 p.m.)

Sunday in Raleigh:

Bonus: 12 Things to do with kids (WRAL) & Weekend best bets (WRAL)

From my notebook:

  • It's National Doodle Day and Raleigh has such an incredible arts scene. If you're looking for a fun destination to get creative, check out Sertoma Arts Center at Shelley Lake Park!
  • If you frequent GoTriangle bus routes, Travel Pursuit can help you discover new modes of transportation to get around. You have the opportunity to win a gift card to local businesses if you earn all the pieces. (GoTriangle Facebook)
  • Cary Arts Center is bringing the Fabulous Fakes exhibit that will feature local interpretations of classic masterpieces beginning on September 28. (CBS17)
  • The City of Raleigh is recruiting two internal auditors.(City of Raleigh Facebook)

Alrighty, you're all good for today. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with your next update!

— CJ Fullford

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