Uplift Laundry Truck provides free mobile laundry services and supplies to those in need, and people without homes, in the Triangle. The organization's goal is to provide free laundry services to North Carolina's 1.4 million low-income residents. "Laundry insecurity," where people can not afford to wash clothes or bedding regularly, leads to health problems, as well as school absenteeism and … [Read more...] about Free laundry event with Uplift Laundry Truck Jan. 23
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Verizon offering $20 credit for those affected by the service outage — how you might be able to get $20 per LINE
Verizon experienced a very large service outage for seven hours on Wednesday, January 14, 2026. Thousands of customers had no cell service for much of the day. Verizon is offering a $20 credit per account on the bills of customers who were affected by the outage, but the catch is that you have to redeem the credit. Perhaps the motivation is that many people will not take the steps to claim the … [Read more...] about Verizon offering $20 credit for those affected by the service outage — how you might be able to get $20 per LINE
Great Clips cuts price on haircuts — just $9.99 for limited time (with coupon)
Great Clips is offering a coupon for $9.99 haircut at participating locations — through January 16, 2026. Claim the required coupon here. Limit one coupon per person. You should receive the one-time-use coupon code via e-mail within 30 to 45 minutes. However, it could take up to 24 hours to receive it. Once you have that coupon, you have until January 23, 2026, to redeem it. You should know … [Read more...] about Great Clips cuts price on haircuts — just $9.99 for limited time (with coupon)
Get free technology help with a Raleigh Digital Ambassador at drop-in sessions
Need help using your phone or computer? Have digital goals you want to work on? The City of Raleigh has a program that can help. Raleigh Digital Ambassadors are tech-savy student volunteers who are ready to help. Just stop by during drop-in hours — no sign-up needed, and it’s completely FREE! When you come, you’ll be matched with a Raleigh Digital Ambassador. They’ll work with you … [Read more...] about Get free technology help with a Raleigh Digital Ambassador at drop-in sessions
Free car washes for teachers all August at The RipTide
The RipTide Car Wash announced on Facebook that teachers and school staff members get free car washes throughout all of August, 2025. Show your school ID to get the free car wash. Triangle Locations of RipTide 3939 Durham-Chapel Hill BlvdDurham, NC 5275 N Roxboro StreetDurham, NC 13150 Falls of Neuse RoadRaleigh, NC 7110 Sandy Forks RoadRaleigh, NC … [Read more...] about Free car washes for teachers all August at The RipTide
Wendell Baptist Church Community Day Aug. 2: Clothing giveaway, small engine repair, free lunch and kids’ block party
Wendell Baptist Church, at 3651 Wendell Blvd, Wendell, North Carolina, is hosting a Community Day on Saturday, August 2, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. It features a clothing giveaway, kids' block party, free hot dog lunch and even a repair shop where you can get small engines repaired as well as some car care. Announced on Facebook. Clothing Giveaway From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., there will be a … [Read more...] about Wendell Baptist Church Community Day Aug. 2: Clothing giveaway, small engine repair, free lunch and kids’ block party
Staples: Free Passport Photos on Leap Day
Staples is launching a new rewards program, called Easy Rewards. It's free to join, and allowed members to: As announced in this press release, on Leap Day, February 29, 2024, Staples is offering the following deals for Easy Rewards members: … [Read more...] about Staples: Free Passport Photos on Leap Day
Cooling Stations in the Triangle
Due to the extreme heat, several cooling stations have been announced in the Triangle. Please note that this article will be updated with more information if cooling stations are announced in other locations in the Triangle. Orange County Orange County has announced that cooling stations are available on on Saturday, July 29, 2023, at these locations: Need a ride to a cooling station? … [Read more...] about Cooling Stations in the Triangle
Free Turtle Rescue Team License Plate
Turtle Rescue Team is an organization run by volunteer veterinary students at NC State College of Veterinary Medicine. Their mission is to treat injured and sick wild turtles and reptiles, and release them back into the wild. They also contribute to research on wildlife, and teach students valuable medical skills. Turtle Team is trying to work with the DMV to get a special TRT License Plate. … [Read more...] about Free Turtle Rescue Team License Plate
Looking for Child Care? Child Care Services Association Can Help!
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In today's fast-paced world, finding quality child care and early learning resources can be a daunting task for families. However, there's good news! Your local Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R) agency, Child Care Services Association, is here to lend a helping hand. Whether you're a busy working parent, a single parent, or simply seeking the best care for your child, our Child Care … [Read more...] about Looking for Child Care? Child Care Services Association Can Help!
