🌱Raleigh Air Quality Issues + Major New Construction On Its Way

Hi all! Karena Garrity here with your fresh copy of the Raleigh Patch newsletter, filled with everything you need to know about what's happening locally. Including updates on:

• Ballistic gear is on its way to Wake County EMS.
• New construction coming soon.
• Air quality issues from Canadian wildfires.

But first, today's weather:

Times of clouds and sun. High: 80 Low: 55.

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Here are the top stories today in Raleigh:

1. Ballistic gear is on its way to Wake County EMS. They will receive 475 bulletproof helmets and vests. According to WRAL News, "The county budgeted a little bit less than $1 million for the new gear out of its $1.8 billion budget." Keeping first responders safe is paramount. (WRAL News)
2. In Summer 2025 the three-and-a-half acres of land on Lake Wheeler Road, across from Dorothea Dix Park, will look drastically different. The vacant land, will be home to a $700 million development, complete with hundreds of apartments, restaurants and retail spaces. Stay tuned! (CBS17.com)
3. Due to smoke wafting over the state from the Canadian wildfires, there was a Code Red air quality alert to North Carolina on Wednesday, which means that the air was unhealthy. Outdoor camps and athletic events were canceled. Later in the day, the air quality was downgraded to Code Orange, which means it is suboptimal for older adults, young children and individuals with respiratory conditions. Stay safe today and take precautions if you need to. (WTVD-TV)

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Today in Raleigh:

Thursday, June 8

• Board Meeting Retreat (NIMED & ICAP) 2023 (12:00 AM)
• Coffee and Connections with a Shot of Espresso - June 2023 (8:00 AM)
• Finance Committee - Wake County Smart Start (8:30 AM)
• Leesville Road Elementary School/5th Grade Promotion Ceremony/LRHS Auditorium (1:00 PM)
• Finance Committee Meeting - Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School (3:00 PM)
• Hiring Event at Sunrise of North Hills!! June 8th from 3pm-6pm (3:00 PM)
• Council Meeting (Work Session) - Cary Town Hall (5:00 PM)
• Council Meeting - Cary Town Hall (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Downtown Raleigh: "You can't spell community without unity. We'd like to give one last shoutout to our amazing Pride First Friday event partners." (Downtown Raleigh via Instagram)
• Shop Local Raleigh: "From the lively food scene to the warm hospitality, it's no wonder these local business owners set up shop in Raleigh. Help us welcome the newest local businesses to join as Shop Local Raleigh members! We've got some fabulous fresh faces." (Shop Local Raleigh via Instagram)
• CAM Raleigh: "Summer’s right around the corner! CAM will be offering workshops to young artists ranging from ages 5-13. If you have a young artist who’d be interested, click the link in our bio to register today!" (CAM Raleigh via Instagram)

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You're all caught up for today. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with another update!

— Karena Garrity

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