🌱 It's National Adopt A Shelter Cat Month + Gas Prices Slightly Up

Good morning, everybody! I'm back with your fresh copy of the Raleigh Patch newsletter. Here's everything you need to know about what's happening locally. In today's issue, you'll find news about...

• It's National Adopt A Shelter Cat Month.
• Gas prices are slightly up.
• Looking for a new home?

But first, today's weather: Mostly cloudy and breezy. High: 88 Low: 64.

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Here are the top stories today in Raleigh:

1. Did you know that it is National Adopt a Shelter Cat Month? To celebrate, the Wake County Animal Center is hosting a special feline-only adoption event at which those wishing to adopt a cat can name their price and take home any cat more than six months old. (WRAL News)
2. Utilizing data from AAA, it was calculated that on June 12, the average price for a gallon of regular gas was $3.59. This is only a slight increase from the previous week's prices which is good news for summer travelers. (WRAL News)
3. On the lookout for a new home, or just interested in what's out there? Let Patch be your go-to source for listings in the Raleigh area. See what's been listed in your area. (Raleigh Patch)

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Today in Raleigh:

Wednesday, June 14

• Graduation — Wakefield High (8:00 AM)
• New Member Lunch — Morrisville Chamber of Commerce (11:30 AM)
• Free South Durham Rockstar Connect Networking Event (June, Durham NC) (6:00 PM)
• Historic Preservation Commission — Cary Town Hall Campus (6:30 PM)
• Geeks Who Drink Trivia Night at Video Vortex @Alamo Drafthouse Raleigh (8:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Raleigh Workshop: "Graham Trouser | Chambray It's the perfect summer pant. Lighter in color, and lighter in weight than denim, but a little heavier than a chambray shirt giving it a little more longevity." (Raleigh Workshop via Instagram)
• Raleigh City Farm: " Win 4 tickets to our upcoming Music & Art festival: Flower Fest! @flowerfestmusic will be held June 17 from 11 a.m.-7:30 p.m. at Shakori Hills! This event is in partnership with Raleigh City Farm." (Raleigh City Farm via Instagram)
• Raleigh Brewing: "@hammeredtrivia is looking for the best trivia teams in the triangle at their second annual tournament! Play trivia every Thursday at Raleigh Brewing starting this week through the end of August to compete." (Raleigh Brewing via Instagram)

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— Karena Garrity

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