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Family

Actor, comedian John Morello

Ken Smith and his wife Amanda welcomed twin girls on Nov. 30, 2022! Leah Marie and Louisa Marion, named after their grandmothers, entered the world one minute apart. Amanda is doing great, and 1-year-old Frankie is going to make a great big brother. 

Ken Smith and wife Amanda welcome twin baby girls 💗

Weekend best bets: Elf, First Friday

Elf the Musical

Alzheimer's: Making memories through music

Music has the power to connect

7 ways to beat holiday season stress

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Experiences offer unique gift ideas for tweens 

Indoor skydiving

This holiday season I plan to take a page from my parents' generation and make lasting memories with my family by embracing the simple things.

A nostalgic holiday bucket list

Holiday traditions

What are your holiday traditions?

Dad's rules for decorating your Christmas tree

Christmas tree at WRAL

60+ events to check out this December

Holiday shopping made easy with our guide

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

New elements this year include additional large-scale light displays, in-person activations like a personal igloo rental or holiday outpost experience, multiple bike-only nights and a 5K Nights of Lights run/walk.


WRAL Nights of Lights returns to Dix Park in Raleigh

WRAL Nights of Lights 2022

From "It's a Wonderful Life" to the Grinch, we have your list of when to catch your holiday favorites on TV! 

When to see Grinch and other holiday classics on TV

RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER

Andre really wants to find a family of his own and he is still waiting for that magic moment. Here's his story.

Andre wants a family of his own

Teacher workdays are great for small adventures with my daughters. The latest led us to Duke University's Nasher Museum of Art in Durham. It was our first visit. We enjoyed our time discovering new-to-us artwork & having lunch at The Nasher Museum Café.

Take the Kids: Nasher Museusm of Art

Nasher Museusm of Art

Tina Fey has a great bit about how raising teenage girls or young women is a lot like trying to get the cool girls' attention in high school, like having a girl crush. 

Amanda Lamb: Girl Crush

Quote of the day: Tina Fey

Extended families are once again preparing to eat, drink and fall asleep in front of football games. Since your experience of recent years left you familiar with (and cursing) Zoom meetings, it stands to reason that we could all use a little refresher on a few of the finer points of in-person gatherings, namely the time-honored tradition of the table exclusively for kids.

17 rules for the kids' table on Thanksgiving

Thankful, Thanksgiving, grateful

The holiday-themed space includes all you can eat sweets and hot cocoa and even live entertainment on some nights. 

Raleigh's largest hot cocoa bar is highlight of new dessert pop-up

The Dessertery cafe 

Towns all across the Triangle are hosting parades and tree lighting celebrations to kick off December. Check out this list of things to do with your family.

Parades and tree lightings fill up this weekend's calendar (Dec.)

Holiday Lights in the Garden

Bakers from around the world will be bringing their best gingerbread creations to Asheville this weekend for the National Gingerbread Competition. 

National Gingerbread Competition returns to Omni Grove Park Inn in Asheville

National Gingerbread House Competition 

The holidays are here and we have your guide to a busy weekend filled with tree lightings and more fun. 

Weekend picks: Raleigh Christmas Parade and tree lightings

Raleigh Christmas Parade 2021

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Michelle Lieszkovszky-Fausnight is a working mother of two. We asked her some questions about her experiences and how she manages to balance her career and family.

Working Mom Friday Series: Michelle Lieszkovszky-Fausnight

Michelle Lieszkovszky-Fausnight

Squishmallows tour to visit Raleigh's Pullen Park

Celebrate the season in your hometown with parades, holiday lights and special shopping! There are events all over the Triangle throughout the season.

List: Local tree lightings, holiday parades

Don't stall in the midst of your greatness

Gale Wilkins

4 must-have vegan fall recipes for your Thanksgiving table

Holiday events kick off this weekend in Raleigh area

North Hills tree lighting 2014

Alzheimer's: Keeping connection though the kitchen

Bonding in the kitchen

Considering moving to Durham? Here's what you need to know.  

House & Home

Historic Durham neighborhood opens its doors for tours of renovated homes

Trinity Park home tour celebrates some of Durham's oldest homes

80 nominees named for 'Coolest Thing Made in NC' contest

Ripken the bat dog, football tee retriever finds fame

Pets

Trupanion's 2022 top 10 list for dog breeds and dog names 

WRAL viewer donates $5K to Wake County Animal Center

Woman donates $5K to Wake County Animal Center after seeing WRAL News report

Meet Tobias! He's a two-year-old cat who enjoys gentle petting, is quick to learn routines and will sometimes roll over on his back for a belly rub. He is currently in love with a sweet tabby girl named Constance, and the two have become inseparable If you are interested in a compatible pair, you can submit an adoption application at pawsforlifenc.org.

Pet of the Day: Dec. 3

Meet Sammy! He is a 1-year and 8-months old, medium-sized dog. Sammy weighs 40-pounds. He's treat-motivated and loves to please. For more information about Sammy, check out spcawake.org.

Pet of the Day for Dec. 2, 2022

Pants was rescued after being hit by a car, but has been treated and is all healed up. She would do best in a cat-savvy home as she has FIV. For more on Pants, go to spcawake.org.

Pet of the Day for Dec. 1, 2022

Our Pets of the day are bonded brothers looking for a home where they will always be together. Meet Chip and Dale! Fill out an application on the Cat Angels website if you'd like to meet them in person.



Pet of the Day: Nov. 30, 2022

Pet of the Day for November 30, 2022

Laree came to Safe Haven for Cats with his siblings Curlee and Moena all the way from Durham. Laree is the quiet, unassuming one of the group, and he will steal your heart and provide plenty of "Nyucks" in your household. Please consider coming to see Laree this week.