Hazmat Shutdown + Student Reassignment + Cary Senate Candidate

Raleigh NC

06 October, 2021

3:41 PM

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Good Morning Raleigh, it's National Depression Screening Day, Today we've got news of a hazmat situation, a proposal that could affect hundreds of students across Wake County, and a partnership to bolster under-represented businesses. Check out that, events, and more below. Today's weather, 10/7: Humid with a shower. High: 79 Low: 69. Here are the top stories today in Raleigh: Part of I-540 was closed on Tuesday due to a hazmat situation. According to the Raleigh police, a gallon-sized jug of hydrochloric acid fell off of the back of a truck and spilled onto the road. Raleigh firefighters and hazmat crews were able to neutralize the acid, and no one was hurt during the incident. (abc11) The Wake County Public School System has unveiled its proposal for 2022-23 enrollment reassignment. The district will be accepting feedback on the proposal online prior to adopting the final enrollment plan. The second draft will be presented in November and the final vote is expected December 7. To find out how you might be impacted by the changes, you can look at the district's address lookup tool here. (WRAL) The city had a virtual Q&A on Tuesday to discuss improving the safety and mobility on Six Forks Road stretching from Rowan Street to Lynn Road. The plan will see that portion of the road being expanded to three lanes on each side with a median in the center and bike lanes in both directions. The changes will also result in narrower lanes and a lowered speed limit for safety. (CBS17) Wake Technical Community College is partnering with Downtown Raleigh Alliance to create a new pop-up retail space. The program is now accepting applications from potential tenants. The aim of the program is to give minority and women-owned businesses an increased presence in Downtown Raleigh business ownership. (WakeTech)Marjorie Eastman, a combat veteran living in Cary with her husband and son, has announced her candidacy for the North Carolina 2022 US Senate seat. Eastman is running as a Republican against former NC Governor Pat McCrory and Congressman Ted Budd who has been endorsed by former President Donald Trump. (abc11) From our sponsor: Today's Raleigh Daily is brought to you by Ring, a Patch Brand Partner. If you love Ring Video Doorbell, just wait until you meet Ring Alarm! While Ring first made a name for itself with its popular Video Doorbells, it would be remiss not to mention all the benefits and features of the second-generation Ring Alarm, a DIY home security system that works with any house or apartment. Today in Raleigh: Happy Hour Market at Hartwell with Raleigh Night Market (4:30 pm - 7:30 pm)Jazz in the Square at Moore Square (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm)Beyond: The Cary Film Festival (Various Times)Spirits of Wake Forest: Ghost Walks in Downtown Wake Forest (6:30 pm - 8:00 pm) Science Trivia Night at The Daily Planet Cafe (6:30 pm - 8:30 pm) Raleigh Patch Notebook As stated above, it's National Depression Screening Day. You may not be aware, but NCDHHS offers a range of Adult Mental Health Services.Disney On Ice has announced that they will be coming to PNC Arena from December 8-12. Tickets go on sale October 12 via Ticketmaster. (WRAL)Artsplosure returns this weekend to downtown Raleigh, and it will be featuring its first Halloween themed "haunted" kidsplosure. (WRAL) Feature your local business right here in the Raleigh Daily for just $79/month. Click here to learn more. Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Thursday off right. See you all tomorrow for another update! If you're liking these newsletters, consider bringing some friends and neighbors along for the ride. You can send them this link to subscribe. — CJ Fullford Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Raleigh Daily? Reach out anytime to [email protected].