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DroughtTriangle lakes hit their lowest levels in years as the drought drags onIf you water your lawn, Falls Lake is at 245 feet, six feet below normal and its lowest level in at least three years. Raleigh's supply on the lake is at 63%, well above the 35% that would trigger Stage One restrictions in November. Raleigh Water's Ed Buchan said irrigation demand has picked up over the last month. We suggest trimming it back, even with no restrictions in place.Today’s editionRead

Outdoors from local newsrooms

From Qué Pasa, Chapelboro and 2 more newsrooms, gathered by 6AM News, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.

  1. Qué Pasa4 hours ago

    Los viajes secretos de las aves pasan por Duke Forest

    Duke Forest se convierte en un centro de investigación con una estación Motus para seguir la migración de aves e insectos.

  2. Chapelboro8 hours ago

    Little Big Moments: Parable of the Bagpipes

    Jesus famously told a parable about talents. He probably didn’t have in mind playing “Peace Like a River” on a dulcimer or dribbling a basketball between the legs.

  3. The News & Observer11 hours ago

    Durham was set to pick an environmental board member. Why data centers delayed it.

    The Durham City Council was set to deviate from a recommended appointee to the Environmental Affairs Board. Board members and residents raised concerns.

  4. CBS 1714 hours ago

    Community comes together for the “Playing for community integration tour” at historic Durham Athletic Park

    This Saturday, November 7th, the historic Original Durham Athletic Park will host the “Playing for Community Integration Tour,” an engaging charity exhibition game organized by the Alternative Baseball Organization. This event aims to promote empowerment, acceptance, and community collaboration through the joy of baseball.