🌱 Freeze Warning + Driver Protests Continue + Power Bill Problem

Raleigh NC

04 November, 2021

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Happy Bonfire Night Raleigh! First, today's weather: Mostly sunny and cool. High: 56 Low: 35. *Wake County also has a freeze warning in effect until 10:00 am* (CBS17) Here are the top stories in Raleigh today: On Tuesday Wake County School Board approved a short-term solution to get bus drivers back, but The Wake County Association of Educators stated that the board did the "bare minimum." (CBS17) Some bus drivers are continuing to call out sick and warn that there are more demonstrations to come. (WRAL)The Greenville Police Department had to seek help from the Wake County Sheriff's Office after an attempted murder suspect led them on a chase that ended in Raleigh. The sheriff's office tried to perform a traffic stop on the suspect who then led them on the chase, until he crashed into a utility pole, bringing down traffic lights around the intersection of Lichtford Road and Gresham Lake Road. (CBS17)Raleigh residents have been shocked to find additional charges on their power bill for Duke Energy's "home wiring repair service." Jeff Brooks, a spokesman for Duke Energy said that there are almost 130,000 customers enrolled and they have gotten less than a dozen complaints about the program, although at least one person was signed up without their knowledge. (WRAL)Open enrollment is now open for Affordable Care Act insurance and Senior's Health Insurance Information Program. The ACA enrollment period runs until January 15,2022, and the SHIIP enrollment will go through December 7, 2021. (WNCT9)You can likely expect a lot of political action over the next year. After Virginia's elections led to major Republican victories, North Carolina is primed to be a key battleground in the 2022 midterm elections. The state is already being looked at with the additional seat in the House and the retirement of Republican Senator Richard Burr. (abc11) Today's Raleigh Daily is brought to you by our friends at Verizon. They're building the fastest 5G network in the country. To learn how 5G is going to change life for you and your community — and to get access to this amazing technology — click here. And thank you Verizon for sponsoring this community resource in Raleigh! Today in Raleigh: Live Music: London Bridge Pub, The Pour House, The Ritz, Vidrio, O'Malleys, Aristotle Spirits, Tin Roof, The Pickled Onion 2, Tony's, Saints & Scholars, Sullivan's, Compass Rose, Raleigh Brewing Arboretum, Local Bar, Mac's Tavern, San Jose, Brasa, High Park, and Karaoke at BrickhouseFirst Friday in Downtown Raleigh! (4:00 pm - 10:00 pm)F45 After Dark Club-Inspired Work Out (5:00 pm)Raleigh Haunted Footsteps Ghost Tour (7:30 pm - 9:15 pm)Sardines Scavenger Hunt in Downtown Raleigh (6:30 pm - 8:00 pm) Bonus: Raleigh Magazine's 24 Things to do in Raleigh this Week (Raleighmag) Raleigh Patch Notebook Its's getting cold, temperatures are dropping, and it's Bonfire Night! If you are planning to celebrate, make sure you brush up on the City of Raleigh's fire pit and open burning safety guide.Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Week kicks off today! (Downtown Raleigh)Brüeprint Brewing Company is hosting their Blood Drive & COVID-19 Antibody Testing with The Blood Connection. (4:00 pm)Today is Special Needs Day at Phillips Farms of Cary. Children with special needs and one parent will get free admission to the farm. (Facebook)Ella's Popcorn co-founder Ella Kucera is going to appearing on Nickelodeon's "Ryan's Mystery Playdate." (WRAL) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Add your business here Events: Divorce and the Home – Charlotte, NC Hub ~ No-Cost Event (November 9) Celebrate A Week Of Self-Care With 15 Percent Off Flowers (November 9) Add your event You're officially in the loop for today. I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow morning with your next update! If you're liking these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to follow along. You can send them this link to subscribe. — CJ Fullford Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Raleigh Daily? Contact me at [email protected].