It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting the historic North Carolina Executive Mansion gets harder without someone by their side. Unfortunately, many older Americans aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in Raleigh, NC is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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“ABC services do an amazing job. They have helped my 90 year old mother in law transition into her new home after moving to Raleigh from Winston Salem. She has dialysis 3x a week and they have worked so hard to coordinate a schedule to make sure everything runs smoothly. Sherry continues to amaze me in how she is able to help figure out schedules and provide customer services in a kind and professional manner. We will continue to look to this wonderful service provider as her needs change and feel blessed to have them on site at Atri”
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Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Pullen Park with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local The Capital Grille or visit Mordecai House, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Raleigh, NC, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.
Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.
Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.
For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.
More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.
With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Raleigh, NC understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Raleigh, NC 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.
Raleigh’s winters are warming, with snowfall down 36% in 30 years. Despite recent storms, fewer cold nights and more mixed precipitation signal a shift toward shorter, milder winters. Posted 2/18/2025, 9:19:17 PM The Triangle is experiencing its third winter weather event in just over a month, another flurry of frozen precipitation after nearly three years without measurable snow.Despite this active stretch, scientists say the long-term trend is clear: Winters in North Carolina are getting warmer and snow is be...
Raleigh’s winters are warming, with snowfall down 36% in 30 years. Despite recent storms, fewer cold nights and more mixed precipitation signal a shift toward shorter, milder winters.
Posted 2/18/2025, 9:19:17 PM
The Triangle is experiencing its third winter weather event in just over a month, another flurry of frozen precipitation after nearly three years without measurable snow.
Despite this active stretch, scientists say the long-term trend is clear: Winters in North Carolina are getting warmer and snow is becoming less frequent.
In the past 50 years, Raleigh’s average winter temperature has increased by about a degree per decade, according to Corey Davis, assistant state climatologist with the North Carolina Climate Office. That warming trend means more winter storms are bringing sleet, freezing rain or cold rain rather than all-snow events.
“One or two degrees can make all the difference between getting all snow or changing over to sleet or freezing rain,” Davis said.
Raleigh’s annual snowfall has declined by 36% since the 1960s, dropping from an average of 8 inches per year to just 5 inches today, according to historical climate data.
“We’re not getting as many all-snow events,” Davis said. “Thirty years ago, Raleigh averaged about 8 inches of snow per year. Today, it’s closer to 5 inches.”
This winter is no exception. Even with the recent snow events, Raleigh remains below its annual average for snowfall.
“Before this week’s snow event, we’re still looking at a below-normal year for snowfall, and that’s one of many we’ve had in recent years,” Davis said.
Warmer temperatures also mean shorter winters. Davis said that in recent years, December has felt more like fall, and February has often been overwhelmingly warm, signaling an early arrival of spring.
On Feb. 4, temperatures reached a record-breaking 80 degrees Fahrenheit, according to the National Weather Service.
“We don’t get a full three months of winter anymore,” Davis said. “Historically, that chill in the air lasted through December, January and February. Now, it’s really only January where we can count on any sustained cold weather.”
Even as snow becomes less frequent, North Carolina is seeing more extreme precipitation events, including heavier rainstorms and rapid shifts between dry and wet conditions.
“When it rains, it pours,” Davis said. “We’re seeing those wet days get even wetter, and those dry spells get even drier.”
That variability is a hallmark of climate change. A warming atmosphere holds more moisture, leading to heavier snowfall in consistently cold regions and increased ice and rain events in places like the Triangle.
Davis said these wild swings between extreme conditions have become more noticeable in recent years.
“Just in the past four or five years, we’ve gone from extremely wet conditions to drought in a matter of weeks,” Davis said. “That’s exactly what we saw last fall, when Hurricane Helene brought heavy rain, and then by the end of the year, we were in drought conditions.”
Another consequence of warming winters is the decline of freezing nights, which can affect everything from agriculture to allergy seasons.
“We had the last spring freeze in February last year, before spring had even started,” Davis said. “That’s unheard of historically, but something we’re starting to see more often.”
With earlier warming, trees and flowers bloom sooner, leading to longer pollen seasons—bad news for allergy sufferers.
“For allergy sufferers, these warmer winters are just going to cause more problems in the future,” Davis said.
Despite this season’s recent snow events, Davis said North Carolina’s winters are shifting toward warmer, shorter seasons with fewer wintry events.
“Raleigh, Charlotte and the Triad have all seen their annual average snowfall cut nearly in half compared to 30 years ago,” Davis said.
Davis also pointed to Raleigh’s record-breaking snow drought, which lasted nearly three years before ending in January.
“This year has been an exception with a few more winter weather events,” Davis said. “But when you stack over 1,000 days in a row without snowfall, that’s substantial. That’s only happened one other time in our state’s history.”
While some winters may still bring snow, the overall trend is toward warmer temperatures, fewer freezing nights, and more erratic precipitation patterns.
“We can still occasionally dip into the cold side of the scale,” Davis said. “But more commonly, we’re seeing those warmer temperatures on the high end of that scale, and that shift is only going to continue.”
For residents of the Triangle, that means more winters where snow is a rare event—and more February days where spring arrives ahead of schedule.
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The Wake County Public Schools System and many others have announced closings for Wednesday. Others are doing remote learning.RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- School delays and closings are rolling in ahead of an expected winter storm that will bring snow, sleet and freezing rain to the region Wednesday.The Wake County Public School System has ...
The Wake County Public Schools System and many others have announced closings for Wednesday. Others are doing remote learning.
RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- School delays and closings are rolling in ahead of an expected winter storm that will bring snow, sleet and freezing rain to the region Wednesday.
The Wake County Public School System has canceled classes for Wednesday because of potentially hazardous weather conditions.
Durham Public Schools announced that Wednesday will be an asynchronous remote learning day. All DPS facilities will be closed to students and staff and all athletic events and afterschool activities scheduled for Wednesday have been canceled.
Cumberland County has also canceled all classes all has Johnston County Public Schools. Lee County Schools, Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools, and Warren County Schools are on remote learning.
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NC State University said all classes -- in person or otherwise -- are canceled for Wednesday. The Wolfline will continue to operate as road conditions and staffing allow.
The Town of Chapel Hill said Transit Service is scheduled to begin as normal Wednesday but that could change as conditions worsen. No decision has been made yet about Tar Heel Express service to the UNC men's basketball home game against rival NC State. The game is scheduled to tip off at 7 p.m.
ECU has also canceled classes for Wednesday.
Fort Bragg said it will release service members and civilians who are not weather or mission essential at 1 p.m. Wednesday. Wayne County government offices will be closed as well.
You can check a full list of up-to-the-minute closings here.
Many municipalities are also closing offices and limiting services Wednesday.
All non-essential Wake County facilities will be closed Wednesday and will re-open at noon on Thursday, pending road conditions. This includes Wake County parks, libraries, and solid waste facilities
All Cumberland County government offices and the Court system will be closed Wednesday. City of Fayetteville administrative offices and facilities will be closed as well.
The following Cape Fear Valley Health outpatient facilities will be closing at 1 p.m. on Wednesday: All primary and specialty care clinics, all ExpressCare locations, Blood Donor Center, Cape Fear Valley Diagnostic Center, HealthPlex, and Outpatient Pharmacies (with the exception of Valley Pharmacy, which will be on a normal 24/7 schedule)
Town of Garner facilities will be closed,.
Orange County said its Government Offices will Close at noon on Wednesday. Chatham County Government offices will be closed all day.
In Morrisville, all Town facilities will be closed with a tentative reopening at 10 a.m. Thursday. The Morrisville Smart Shuttle will not operate on Wednesday, and the Morrisville Community Library will be closed on Wednesday.
Holly Springs is closing offices and facilities, including Town Hall and the Hunt and Cultural centers.
All Knightdale Town offices will close at noon Wednesday. The Town Council meeting scheduled for Wednesday has been rescheduled to Monday, and the Joint Public Hearing scheduled for Thursday has been canceled.
The Town of Wendell's non-essential offices and facilities will be closed Wednesday. Chatham County Government offices will be closed on Wednesday. All Southern Pines Town Offices and programs will be closed Wednesday.
The City of Sanford's administrative offices will be closed Wednesday.
If you are in charge of closings for a school or business, the only way to report your organization's closing or delay to ABC11 is by using our online system. The phone system that was used in the past is not operational. Your ID code from the phone system remains the same and it also serves as your Pass Code into the online system.
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Raleigh, NCToday, Governor Stein declared a state of emergency as emergency officials prepare for winter weather to impact the majority of the state. In a briefing this morning, Governor Stein, Director of Emergency Management Will Ray, and Secretary of Transportation Secretary Joey Hopkins provided an update on the winter weather that will impact much of the state start...
Raleigh, NC
Today, Governor Stein declared a state of emergency as emergency officials prepare for winter weather to impact the majority of the state. In a briefing this morning, Governor Stein, Director of Emergency Management Will Ray, and Secretary of Transportation Secretary Joey Hopkins provided an update on the winter weather that will impact much of the state starting Wednesday and into Thursday. The Governor advised that all North Carolinians take precautions by listening to local officials and plan accordingly for low temperatures, ice, and snow.
“This morning, I declared a state of emergency across North Carolina, and we are activating a cross-agency storm response,” said Governor Josh Stein. “Most of North Carolina will be impacted by this storm, and our greatest concerns are potential power outages and road safety. We urge all travelers to stay off the road once the storm hits on Wednesday, to keep their devices charged, and to monitor local weather.”
“The State Emergency Response Team has been activated and is working with the Department of Transportation, North Carolina National Guard, State Highway Patrol, Department of Health and Human Services, and local emergency management to provide resources quickly throughout the state,” said Director of Emergency Management Will Ray. “We ask that all North Carolinians continue to monitor the weather tomorrow and stay off the roads when possible.”
A winter storm will impact much of North Carolina Wednesday into Thursday. The forecast for northern central and eastern North Carolina includes snowfall accumulations of 2 to 6 inches, with localized totals reaching up to 9 inches across the far northeast. The northern mountains and higher elevations in western North Carolina are expected to receive 2 to 4 inches of snow. Elsewhere, lighter snowfall accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are anticipated, with the exception of far southeastern North Carolina, where light freezing rain or rain is expected.
Significant ice accumulation is possible in parts of central and eastern North Carolina. Accumulations of a quarter inch or more may cause tree limbs to break and lead to power outages. It is crucial for all North Carolinians to stay informed about the weather, as the forecast will be updated and refined as Wednesday approaches.
The State Emergency Response Team is activated, and the State Emergency Operations Center and Regional Coordination Centers remain in close communication with local emergency management officials to ensure that all resources are available and ready to quickly respond to aid our North Carolina communities.
The North Carolina National Guard (NCNG) has activated more than 180 guardsmen to assist and support local communities across the state.
More than 1,500 employees with the N.C. Department of Transportation have been pre-treating roads across the state. As of Tuesday morning, the agency had spread 1.8 million gallons of brine to pretreat hundreds of miles of interstates, highways, and secondary roads statewide. Nearly 600 trucks with plows and spreaders and 240 motor graders are ready to remove snow and ice, and more than 130,000 tons of salt are ready to treat roads after the storm hits.
Once the storm hits, NCDOT crews are prepared to work around-the-clock in shifts to plow and treat snow and ice until all state-maintained roads are cleared. The agency will prioritize clearing interstates first, followed by U.S. and N.C. routes and then secondary roads.
Visit ReadyNC.gov for power outage information and for information on how you and your family can prepare for winter weather. For real-time travel information, visit DriveNC.gov or follow NCDOT on social media.
To prepare for winter weather, North Carolina Emergency Management officials recommend these tips:
NOTE: Please read an updated story published Tuesday, Feb. 18.A front that sent a half-inch of rain to Raleigh over the weekend and left thousands of people without power statewide will be followed by Arctic air that&rsqu...
NOTE: Please read an updated story published Tuesday, Feb. 18.
A front that sent a half-inch of rain to Raleigh over the weekend and left thousands of people without power statewide will be followed by Arctic air that’s expected to linger over North Carolina through the week.
With a Gulf storm on the way, that sets up the possibility of snow, sleet or freezing rain across much of the state midweek.
The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm watch for the Triangle and most of Eastern North Carolina for Wednesday morning through Thursday morning. Forecasters say the severity of the storm will depend on how it tracks but that “heavy mixed precipitation” is likely, with anywhere from one to six inches of sleet and snow possible.
Here’s what forecasters know now.
Monday and Tuesday, Feb. 17 and 18, will be at least 5 degrees cooler than average for this time of year across the region, with highs in the upper 40s to around 50 degrees.
Wednesday, Feb. 19 through Friday, Feb. 21, will be much colder, with highs in the 30s.
Meanwhile, a low-pressure system should move out of the Gulf and toward the East Coast, adding moisture to the mix, the Weather Service says.
The track of the storm will determine what parts of the region get what type of precipitation, forecasters say. If it passes farther to the south, we’ll see more snow in the Raleigh area. If it comes farther north, we’ll get more of the mixture that includes rain, sleet and freezing rain.
Major impacts from the storm are most likely in areas along and north of Interstate 85 and near the Virginia border, forecasters said. Areas along and south of U.S. 64 could see up to two-tenths of an inch of ice accumulation, the Weather Service said Monday afternoon.
As of Monday afternoon, Feb. 17, the forecast for Raleigh shows a chance of snow starting before 10 a.m. Wednesday, possibly mixed with rain, freezing rain, and sleet between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. The chance of precipitation is near 100% during the day, the Weather Service says, and 1 to 3 inches of snow and sleet could accumulate.
There may be a break in the precipitation before it resumes Wednesday night, with snow and freezing rain likely before 4 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 22. Chance of precipitation in Raleigh overnight Wednesday is 70%, with temperatures dipping into the low 20s.
The forecast is similar for Durham and Chapel Hill, except snow might end a bit earlier Wednesday, the Weather Service says.
The forecast for Thursday is sunny and clear but cold, with temperatures just getting above freezing.
State Department of Transportation crews were spreading salt brine on Interstate 40 east of Raleigh on Monday afternoon, Feb. 17.
February 04, 2025 7:00 AM
This story was originally published February 17, 2025 at 6:00 AM.
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D'various Surratt will be on an official tour of the NC State football facilities in early June.
In this story:
Earlier this week, Crest High School (N.C.) junior defensive back D'various Surratt advertised his still-growing offer sheet, now up to 16 full-fledged suitors. But only four of them have locked in an official visit, and that list includes the NC State football program.
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Surratt's Wolfpack tour is set for June 6-8. The 6-foot, 185-pound safety from Shelby, a composite three-star prospect and NC State target since late January, revealed the dates via the following Sunday evening post on social media:
He has also scheduled official visits to UNC (April 11), Duke (June 13), and Virginia Tech (June 20).
The coveted in-state athlete checks in at No. 525 overall, No. 46 among safeties, and No. 24 in North Carolina on the 247Sports 2026 Composite, knocking on the door of four-star status.
Thus far, four three-star 2026 preps have committed to the NC State football coaches. The collection currently stacks up at No. 42 in the country, according to On3, and No. 11 in the ACC.
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