Win Prizes Shopping Downtown + Reduced Bus Routes

Happy Nature Photography Day,

Today is going to be such a great day to get out, get fresh air, and get some pictures! If you find your way downtown, you might be eligible to win a prize, just make sure you check the bus schedules because, well, you'll find out below.

Today's Weather
Partly cloudy throughout the day. Temps: High of 87° & low of 66°

Here are the top 5 stories in Raleigh today

1. Shopping downtown could win you a variety of prizes. Downtown Raleigh Alliance's Support Local, Win Prizes contest has started and will run for 8 weeks. If you spend $10 or more downtown, you can submit your receipt to be in the running for prizes. (abc11)
2. More than 7 million pounds of litter has been collected from North Carolina roadsides so far this year. NC Department of Transportation is urging everyone to do their part to keep litter off the roads. (CBS17)
3. A critical bus driver shortage means reduced service for eight GoTriangle routes. There are several transit providers experiencing a similar issue and six different agencies will be hosting a job fair to try and find drivers. (abc11)
4. Officers are searching for three men who fled from a vehicle crash after leading troopers on a 130 mph car chase down I-540. After crashing into barriers on Harrington Grove Dr. the three men got away. (WSOC-TV, abc11)
5. As we get into hurricane season, Raleigh residents know to keep an eye on the coast. The second tropical depression of the 2021 Atlantic Hurricane season has formed just off the coast of NC. It's anticipated that by the time you read this, it will already be Tropical Storm Bill. (CBS17)

Today in Raleigh

• Inspiration Golf at Drive Shack Raleigh: Enjoy a virtual round of golf and practice your golf driving swing. (10:00am-12:00pm)
• Animal Crossing Activities for school aged kids at Southeast Regional Library. (;4:30pm-5:30pm)
• Electric Giraffe at Pinot's Palette: enjoy learning to paint at Pinot's Palette. They have a bar with beer, wine, and cider available for purchase while you create your masterpiece. (7:00pm-9:00pm)

Raleigh Patch Notebook

• If you're looking for a good place to get some nature pictures today, check out Tripadvisor's list of Raleigh nature and parks to explore.
• A local 9-year old is participating in the Pfizer vaccine trials for children. (CBS17)

Have an amazing Tuesday, and don't forget to keep track of your downtown receipts! If I missed out on anything or there's anything happening in Raleigh you want to celebrate, send me an email to raleigh@patch.com!
Stay curious,
CJ Fullford