The organizer of the campaign tells WRAL News that he's creating an organization with a board that seeks to carry out the fundraiser's primary goal: to throw "a world-class party." The group also hopes to give excess money to charities.



Organizer of viral fundraiser for UNC frat 'rager' creating board to plan party, give to charities

American flag goes back up on UNC campus

Triangle residents who are fans of thrills and themed attractions don't have to travel far to experience some of the best.

Guide: Amusement parks within driving distance of Raleigh

New Carowinds rollercoaster nears opening date

Here are the produce deals from the Aldi ad this week - love the pear price!

Thanks to Heather for sending me the ad scan!

If anyone else sees any other deals while shopping, please post them here!<br />

Aldi Produce Deals 10-27

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A woman was arrested on drunk driving charges after crashing head-on into a state trooper early Sunday morning in Sampson County.

Woman charged with DWI after car crashes into state trooper's vehicle head-on

State trooper involved in head-on collision with woman arrested for drunk driving

A death investigation is underway at Harnett Correctional Institution after Erik Ramsey, 29, was found unresponsive in his cell.

Inmate found unresponsive in his cell, prompting death investigation in Harnett County

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A 28-acre wonderland of exotic and rare plants from all over the globe is opening for visitors - for this weekend only.

'Only place on earth': 28-acre wonderland of rare plants hidden near Raleigh opens this weekend

Juniper Level Botanic Garden opens acres of rare plants for two weekends only. Image courtesy of Juniper Level Botanic Garden.

According to the town, the decision comes after multiple instances of parents leaving their children unattended at Friday Night on White, held for six nights between April and September.

Wake Forest to consider curfew, other changes at family event after several disturbances

Town of Wake Forest town hall. Photo taken August 17, 2018.

Durham police are investigating two separate hit-and-run crashes involving pedestrians that happened this weekend.

Durham police offer reward for help solving two hit-and-run crashes overnight

Police car crime scene night

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Daytime Pick 3 and Pick 4 drawings are held at 3 p.m. daily. They can be seen as live or on-demand video.

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The second round will begin with Games 1 & 2 at Madison Square Garden, before coming to Raleigh for Games 3 & 4. 

Hurricanes, Rangers open playoff series; NHL releases complete schedule

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LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) -- Brian Hernandez Jr. will need a minute to digest his signature victory in the 150th Kentucky Derby.

Kentucky Derby victory aboard Mystik Dan provides signature win for jockey Brian Hernandez Jr.

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It was a normal end to the school day in late April for Acie Holland III, an eighth grader at Glen Hills Middle School in Glendale, Wisconsin. He followed his routine and got on the school bus to go home. The bus driver joked with students, Holland said, before putting on her headphones. Then things took a sudden turn.

Wisconsin eighth grader takes the wheel of his school bus after driver loses consciousness

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LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) -- Fate has not been kind to Mike Repole in the Kentucky Derby. The outspoken owner is 0 for 7, although he is perhaps best known for his two champions that never made the starting gate.