Raleigh, NC News Roundup (7/9/25)

Godfather’s Pizza returns: The Omaha-born chain will open a full-service Raleigh spot this fall at 6429 Glenwood Ave, reviving a brand unseen here since the early ’80s under franchisee Don McClaren — find out.

Mecklenburg’s big transit vote: A new law sends a one-cent sales tax measure to the November ballot to raise nearly $20 billion for new rail, bus and road improvements, drawing both support and criticism — find out what’s at stake.

Higher surcharges for new drivers: North Carolina’s law now extends insurance surcharges from three to eight years and doubles minimum liability limits starting this month — find out what it means for you.

Donate school supplies at SECU: SECU branches are now accepting school supply donations to support local students — find out how to donate.

Open House en Español: Wake Tech’s third-annual Open House en Español on July 24 will showcase non-degree English and Spanish courses in health care, IT, construction, culinary and cosmetology, plus lab tours and staff Q&As — find out how to register.

Breeze expands to Ogdensburg: The airline will begin year-round service between RDU and Ogdensburg on Sept. 2, becoming its 29th nonstop destination and closest link to Canada as it eyes first international flights this winter — find out what’s next.

Almost hit the jackpot: A North Carolina ticket matched four white balls and the red Powerball in the July 5 drawing, turning a $2 play into a $50,000 prize from a $192 million game — find out.

Exit Factor expands in Raleigh: The exit-planning franchise has opened its newest West Raleigh office under Rod Passalacqua, offering proven strategies to boost profit, efficiency and long-term business value — find out how.

Raleigh casting calls open: Actors and extras can audition for multiple new productions filming around Raleigh — find out how to apply.

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