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"WNCN At Your Service" is a community outreach initiative by our station to create meaningful impact in our 23-county viewing area.

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We also do that by highlighting those inspirational stories in our community that deserve recognition. We hope this section of our website gives you great pride in your neighbors, and we welcome your suggestions and feedback. Email us at community@wncn.com.

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Durham Nativity School focuses on class size, college prep
Durham Nativity School focuses on class size, college prep
Updated: Wednesday, June 19 2013 11:03 AM EDT2013-06-19 15:03:15 GMT
Durham Nativity School started up more than a decade ago with a focus on small class sizes for middle school boys. The first set of Durham Nativity School alums just graduated college.
Durham Nativity School started up more than a decade ago with a focus on small class sizes for middle school boys. The first set of Durham Nativity School alums just graduated college.
Raleigh man's birthday wish: cash for wounded warriors
Raleigh man's birthday wish: cash for wounded warriors
Updated: Wednesday, June 12 2013 11:55 AM EDT2013-06-12 15:55:21 GMT
Anthony Pompliano wants to raise money for warriors
On Saturday, the guy friends call "Pomp" - Anthony Pompliano – turns 25. To celebrate, there will be no pomp and no circumstance. He just wants money. "My wish for my birthday is to raise $2,500 - 100
Anthony Pompliano's birthday wish is to raise money for wounded warriors.
In retirement, Wayne Stallings won't quit
In retirement, Wayne Stallings won't quit
Updated: Monday, April 1 2013 2:42 PM EDT2013-04-01 18:42:27 GMT
Retired accountant Wayne Stallings is busier now more than ever, and he likes it that way.
Retired accountant Wayne Stallings is busier now more than ever, and he likes it that way.
Raleigh man has drive to help others
Raleigh man has drive to help others
Updated: Monday, March 11 2013 3:27 PM EDT2013-03-11 19:27:00 GMT
Bob Starkes spends most Wednesdays on the road and on a mission. He picks up as many as 16 meals at Saint Andrews Presbyterian Church in Raleigh to distribute to people on his Meals on Wheels route.
Bob Starkes spends most Wednesdays on the road and on a mission. He picks up as many as 16 meals at Saint Andrews Presbyterian Church in Raleigh to distribute to people on his Meals on Wheels route.
34 years later, Brenda Hogarth says Meals on Wheels is 'part of my life'
34 years later, Brenda Hogarth says Meals on Wheels is 'part of my life'
Updated: Tuesday, March 5 2013 1:19 PM EST2013-03-05 18:19:50 GMT
In 1979, Brenda Hogarth heard Meals on Wheels was in need of drivers. Thirty-three years later, she's still driving.
In 1979, Brenda Hogarth heard Meals on Wheels was in need of drivers. Thirty-three years later, she's still driving.
John Anthony's real-world experiences help United Way in a big way
John Anthony's real-world experiences help United Way in a big way
Updated: Monday, March 4 2013 9:10 PM EST2013-03-05 02:10:23 GMT
John Anthony has been volunteering with the United Way of the Triangle for 17 years, and he is able to use his expertise as a banker to help with the charity's finances, among other things.
John Anthony has been volunteering with the United Way of the Triangle for 17 years, and he is able to use his expertise as a banker to help with the charity's finances, among other things.

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Race to benefit National Guard's Education Foundation
Race to benefit National Guard's Education Foundation
Updated: Wednesday, May 8 2013 6:06 PM EDT2013-05-08 22:06:54 GMT
The USO, the North Carolina Veterans of Foreign Wars and Bushwack Adventure Racing will host the N.C. National Guard's Minuteman Muster Race on Armed Forces Day.
The USO, the North Carolina Veterans of Foreign Wars and Bushwack Adventure Racing will host the N.C. National Guard's Minuteman Muster Race on Armed Forces Day.
WNCN's Sanders to emcee Pancreatic Cancer event
WNCN's Sanders to emcee Pancreatic Cancer event
Updated: Monday, April 1 2013 1:04 PM EDT2013-04-01 17:04:02 GMT
WNCN is proud to support the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network's "PurpleStride Raleigh-Durham 2013." Anchor Melanie Sanders will emcee the event on Saturday, April 20, beginning at 8 a.m. at N.C. State
The PurpleStride event will be Saturday, April 20, beginning at 8 a.m.
WNCN volunteers at Carolina Tiger Rescue on MLK Jr. Day of Service
WNCN volunteers at Carolina Tiger Rescue on MLK Jr. Day of Service
Updated: Tuesday, March 5 2013 5:42 PM EST2013-03-05 22:42:47 GMT
WNCN participated in the United Way of the Greater Triangle's Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service on Jan. 21.
WNCN participated in the United Way of the Greater Triangle's Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service on Jan. 21.
NBC-17 supports Food Bank of Central, Eastern NC
NBC-17 supports Food Bank of Central, Eastern NC
The Food Bank of Central and Eastern NC is looking for assistance this summer to feed those in need.
The Food Bank of Central and Eastern NC is looking for assistance this summer to feed those in need.
Volunteers, mindful of 9/11, rebuild and clean up communities
Volunteers, mindful of 9/11, rebuild and clean up communities
On this 11th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks, about 1,000 volunteers are working to rebuild communities across the triangle.
On this 11th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks, about 1,000 volunteers are working to rebuild communities across the triangle.
Raleigh charity raises more than 6,000 toys for children
Raleigh charity raises more than 6,000 toys for children
The Capital City Clauses raised 6,060 toys for children this year, well above their goal.
The Capital City Clauses raised 6,060 toys for children this year, well above their goal.

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Band Together tops $800,000 in funds for Tammy Lynn Center
Band Together tops $800,000 in funds for Tammy Lynn Center
Updated: Friday, April 19 2013 3:15 PM EDT2013-04-19 19:15:22 GMT
Band Together already has raised more than $800,000 for the Tammy Lynn Center in Raleigh, Band Together executive director Matt Strickland said Friday. The effort will culminate in a concert May 4 at Koka
Band Together has raised more than $800,000 already for the Tammy Lynn Center. The group will host a concert with Lyle Lovett May 4 in Cary.
Lyle Lovett will headline Band Together 2013
Lyle Lovett will headline Band Together 2013
Updated: Wednesday, April 10 2013 1:10 PM EDT2013-04-10 17:10:00 GMT
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Lyle Lovett will be this year's headline act for Band Together.
Lyle Lovett will be this year's headline act for Band Together.
Last Band Standing held at Lincoln Theater
Last Band Standing held at Lincoln Theater
Updated: Monday, March 4 2013 6:09 PM EST2013-03-04 23:09:07 GMT
The Mac and Juice Quartet won Saturday night's Last Band Standing contest, in its third year at the Lincoln Theatre in Raleigh.
It's the Battle of the Bands, with a local twist.
Band Together to support Communities in Schools groups in 2014
Band Together to support Communities in Schools groups in 2014
Band Together raised $566,000 in 2012.
Band Together raised $566,000 in 2012.
Band Together NC adds 4 members to its Board of Directors
Band Together NC adds 4 members to its Board of Directors
New members to join an existing board of nine business and community leaders to drive fundraising efforts and long-term vision for nonprofit organization
New members to join an existing board of nine business and community leaders to drive fundraising efforts and long-term vision for nonprofit organization
Band Together seeking nonprofit partner for 2014 concert event
Band Together seeking nonprofit partner for 2014 concert event
Band Together NC is starting its selection process to find a nonprofit partner for its 2014 main concert event.
Band Together NC is starting its selection process to find a nonprofit partner for its 2014 main concert event.

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International Festival celebrates the region's diverse cultures
International Festival celebrates the region's diverse cultures
The International Festival runs through Sunday at the Raleigh Convention Center.
The International Festival runs through Sunday at the Raleigh Convention Center.
International Festival Spotlight: Thailand
International Festival Spotlight: Thailand
Thailand's rich history and culture will be on display this weekend at the International Festival.
Thailand's rich history and culture will be on display this weekend at the International Festival.
International Festival Spotlight: Canada
International Festival Spotlight: Canada
Canada is one of many countries that will be on display this weekend at the International Festival.
Canada is one of many countries that will be on display this weekend at the International Festival.
International Festival Spotlight: Hungary
International Festival Spotlight: Hungary
NBC-17 is proud to co-sponsor the 27th International Festival at the Raleigh Convention Center and each day this week we are highlighting a different country that will be represented.
NBC-17 is proud to co-sponsor the 27th International Festival at the Raleigh Convention Center and each day this week we are highlighting a different country that will be represented.
International Festival Spotlight: Polynesia
International Festival Spotlight: Polynesia
The 27th International Festival is this weekend at the Raleigh Convention Center and NBC-17 is highlighting different countries that will be represented.
The 27th International Festival is this weekend at the Raleigh Convention Center and NBC-17 is highlighting different countries that will be represented.
International Festival Spotlight: India
International Festival Spotlight: India
The 27th International Festival is this weekend at the Raleigh Convention Center and NBC-17 is highlighting different countries that will be represented.
The 27th International Festival is this weekend at the Raleigh Convention Center and NBC-17 is highlighting different countries that will be represented.

WNCN At Your Service
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Durham Nativity School
Durham Nativity School
The Durham Nativity School keeps class sizes small and focuses on college preparation.
The Durham Nativity School keeps class sizes small and focuses on college preparation.
Special birthday wish for 'Wounded Warriors'
Special birthday wish for 'Wounded Warriors'
WNCN's Justin Quesinberry interviews Anthony Pompliano, a veteran for out "Smarter Community" series. Instead of gifts for his birthday this year, Pompliano wants people to donate to the Wounded Warrior Project.
WNCN's Justin Quesinberry interviews Anthony Pompliano, a veteran for out "Smarter Community" series. Instead of gifts for his birthday this year, Pompliano wants people to donate to the Wounded Warrior Project.
Band Together raises over $850K
Band Together raises over $850K
Lyle Lovett, Delta Rae and Chatham County Line helped raise over $850,000 for the Tammy Lynn Center at Band Together Saturday night at Koka Booth Amphitheatre in Cary.
Lyle Lovett, Delta Rae and Chatham County Line helped raise over $850,000 for the Tammy Lynn Center at Band Together Saturday night at Koka Booth Amphitheatre in Cary.
March 2013 Shred-It
March 2013 Shred-It
More than 900 vehicles came to WNCN's two Shred-It locations Saturday as the popular event was held in Cary and Fayetteville.
More than 900 vehicles came to WNCN's two Shred-It locations Saturday as the popular event was held in Cary and Fayetteville.
Raleigh man has drive to help others
Raleigh man has drive to help others
Bob Starkes spends most Wednesdays on the road and on a mission. He picks up as many as 16 meals at Saint Andrews Presbyterian Church in Raleigh to distribute to people on his Meals on Wheels route.
Bob Starkes spends most Wednesdays on the road and on a mission. He picks up as many as 16 meals at Saint Andrews Presbyterian Church in Raleigh to distribute to people on his Meals on Wheels route.
WNCN volunteers at Carolina Tiger Rescue on MLK Jr. Day of Service
WNCN volunteers at Carolina Tiger Rescue on MLK Jr. Day of Service
WNCN participated in the United Way of the Greater Triangle's Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service by volunteering at the Carolina Tiger Rescue in Pittsboro.
WNCN participated in the United Way of the Greater Triangle's Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service by volunteering at the Carolina Tiger Rescue in Pittsboro.

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