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Happy Giving Tuesday Raleigh!

There's so much you can give today, but at the most base level, be sure to give cheer. There's so much to get out and do, and I feel like even if you don't have the ability to give, so many people could really just use a little cheer. I hope that you receive as much cheer as you're able to give, and your day is filled with joy. Before you get out and give a little of yourself or whatever else to the world, get caught up on all of Raleigh's news and events, including:

  • Raleigh Methodist churches disassociate
  • Board Game Night in Raleigh
  • 60+ events to plan for

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny. High: 63 Low: 46.

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Here are the top stories in Raleigh today:

  1. On Sunday, the Raleigh Police Department had WakeMed North on lockdown as they searched for a "suspicious suspect" in the area. The lockdown was lifted around 4:30 p.m. after police said they were no longer searching the area for the suspect. Police have not said if the suspect was armed or in custody, but they did say the suspect was not currently in the hospital. (WRAL)
  2. Across the state, 249 churches have chosen to disaffiliate from the North Carolina United Methodist Conference. Among those are three churches in Raleigh, Asbury Church, Layden Memorial Church, and Holland's Church. The Methodist Book of Discipline addresses LGBTQ+ people, stating that they are "no less than the rest of us, beloved of God, and individuals of sacred worth." Churches that have chosen to disassociate, are concerned that the Book of Discipline will be changed to be more accepting to LGBTQ+ individuals, possibly celebrating same-sex marriage. (CBS17)
  3. A new report by WalletHub ranks 2022's Best & Worst Cities for Singles, and Raleigh ranks as #77. Fayetteville North Carolina actually outranked Raleigh, but other North Carolina cities came in far worse, with Greensboro ranking the overall worst in the country at #182. The study weighed each city's ranking across 36 indicators of 'dating-friendliness.' Some of the factors looked at included the gender balance of singles, the share of the population that is single, prices for things like meals, and the number of dating opportunities and nightlife options. (WAVY)
  4. Raleigh Police are investigating after a man was shot at the North Hills Shopping Center on Sunday night. The victim was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. A press release said that the threat was isolated with no concern to the general public. The man injured knew the shooter who was detained and questioned but had not been arrested as of Monday morning. (abc11, CBS17 WRAL)
  5. The Town of Garner and Wake County are planning to break ground on a new Public Safety Station today. The construction is estimated to cost $10.2 million and was approved by the Wake County Board of Commissioners after a unanimous vote for the plan by the town council. The facility will be located on Caddy Road and will serve as a co-location for Garner-Fire Rescue, Town of Garner Police, and Wake County EMS. (CBS17) This comes after one suspect has been charged with the death of a gas station employee on November 25. (abc11)

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Today in Raleigh:

Wednesday in Raleigh:

From my notebook:

  • It's Giving Tuesday and the Green Chair Project is seeking some of their most needed items in exchange for cookies as part of their Giving Twosday event.
  • Plan ahead with WRAL's list of 60+ events to check out this December. (WRAL)
  • Downtown Raleigh's Illuminate Art Walk returns this week for the third edition. (abc11)
  • The City of Raleigh is busy this week, with lot's happening. Hear all about what's taking place via the City's Facebook.

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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow with your next update.

— CJ Fullford

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