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Wake County has expanded its Libraries with Heart Program to include all 23 of its public library branches. Initially launched in February 2025 at six locations, the initiative allows residents to borrow blood pressure monitors at no cost, thanks to a recent donation of 90 new kits.

The program is a collaboration between Wake County Public Libraries and the American Heart Association, aiming to make health monitoring more accessible and reduce the risk of heart-related conditions. County officials say the expansion supports community health by offering essential tools in convenient, trusted public spaces.

In the past year, residents checked out the kits nearly 200 times. Library and county leaders view the initiative as a way to empower individuals, particularly those managing short-term medical needs, without adding financial strain.

The heart monitor kits are expected to be available at every library branch by the end of January, underscoring the county’s broader commitment to using public infrastructure to support health and wellness.

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Central North Carolina could see accumulating snow this weekend as a new coastal low-pressure system moves through the region. Forecasters say it's increasingly likely that the storm will bring measurable snowfall, particularly from Saturday into Sunday.

Leading up to the weekend, temperatures will remain well below seasonal averages. Highs are expected to stay in the 30s with morning lows in the teens. Although dry conditions are forecast midweek, the cold air will set the stage for snow if the weekend system tracks as expected.

Forecasters have not yet released specific snowfall totals, noting that key conditions still need to align. However, the potential for significant accumulation is on the table.

Temperatures are expected to gradually rise next week, with highs in the 40s, though that remains below normal for late January.

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A lawsuit filed against North Carolina State University by former Poe Hall occupants alleges that long-term exposure to toxic PCBs inside the building caused breast cancer and other serious illnesses. The suit includes 12 plaintiffs and asserts that NC State knowingly failed to act on signs of contamination, despite internal tests dating back to the early 1990s and EPA guidance issued in 2009.

The plaintiffs argue that PCB-containing materials in the building deteriorated over time, releasing hazardous chemicals into the air and dust. Poe Hall was not closed until 2023, following testing that showed PCB levels dozens of times higher than federal safety limits.

This legal action represents a shift in the Poe Hall case, moving beyond efforts to preserve evidence and into direct claims of harm. The plaintiffs are also framing the case as a constitutional issue, citing a failure by the university to protect bodily integrity.

The university has acknowledged the lawsuit and expressed sympathy for those affected, while noting it continues to pursue a separate lawsuit against Monsanto, the manufacturer of the PCBs used in Poe Hall’s construction.

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Outdoor events may be changed due to weather, so click the links to see latest event information. Here are a few ideas for the week, so plan ahead:

• Thursday: Zumba 6PM-7PM
• Thursday: Handmade Valentine's Day Card Making 6:30PM-8:30PM
• Friday: 23rd Annual Rotary Club TowneBank Chili Dinner
Lunch 12:00–2:00 PM | Dinner 5:00–7:30 PM
• Friday: Dungeons & Dragons in the Park 6PM-10PM
• Friday: Marvelous Music Series Town of Cary presents Nefesh 7:30PM-9PM
• Saturday: Cary Farmers Market 9AM-12PM
• Saturday: Yoga 9AM-10AM

But wait! There’s more. To save space in your inbox, we’ve moved the full list of events online — now you can plan ahead: See Full 2-Week Calendar