We owe you a debt of gratitude, Raleigh. And while we can’t exactly say that 2020 went as planned, we can say that you’re a wonderful crowd and we appreciate your support more than ever, especially this year.

In 2020, we sent more than 240 newsletters to our growing audience of 46,500+ RALtoday subscribers. Wow. Those numbers really humble us.

We love our jobs and our cities, and we’re doing the work with you in mind. So, here’s what we noticed you guys read and interacted with the most in 2020.

🎉 Top RALtoday articles from 2020

Hiking guide: 11 trails in the Triangle:

There are so many great parks + trails in the Triangle — which is why we compiled the ultimate Triangle hiking guide to help you tackle your next adventure.

15+ major developments in Raleigh, NC

Raleigh is growing + there are tons of exciting, new developments coming to our area.

New businesses coming to Raleigh, NC

Although this year was difficult for some businesses, we have business openings you definitely need to know about.

The 10 largest employers in Raleigh, NC

Looking for a job? You may want to put in an application at one of these 10 companies.

25+ Black-owned businesses in Raleigh, NC

We put together a list of local Black-owned businesses that we’re 100% you’ll love.

Your 2020 General Election guide for Raleigh, NC

Everything you needed to know to feel ready + confident to get out and vote.

Where to brunch in Raleigh, NC

We know picking a good brunch spot ain’t easy, so we are more than happy to share a list of places to grab your favorite breakfast + lunch combo.

5 Hot and growing neighborhoods inside the beltline

Check out some of the hottest and fastest-selling neighborhoods in Raleigh.

Digs Digest: Houses over $1.5 million

Even if you can’t buy a million dollar home, you can still enjoy looking at them.

NC inspections, renewals, and vehicle registration during the COVID-19 pandemic

We’re giving you the scoop on all things license, registration, and inspection related.

🎉 Top IG posts from 2020

Some serious puppy love

This was our most-viewed Instagram post from 2020 with more than 25,000 views. And we don’t blame you — their little faces are too good to be true. 🐶 If 2021 is your year to add a new furry friend to the mix, check out the current list of adoptables from @hopeanimalrescue or one of our other local shelters.

Holiday cheer to go around

Y’all were ready for Christmas in October. When we shared the announcement for this the drive thru Nights of Lights event, it got 23,000+ views and over 1,000 likes. This event is taking the place of this year’s First Night Raleigh. Click the link above to learn more.

Those gorgeous views

Raleigh looks pretty good at the golden hour, don’t you think? This drone shot from local photographer and videographer @antionneking received more than 15,000 views. Be sure to check out Antionne’s feed for even more great content, skyline photos, and — in case you missed it — our RALtoday music video from the summer.

🎉 Top reader comments from 2020

On loving Raleigh: “I'm glad that both of you love our city. I have lived here for 72 years + I remember when Raleigh's population was 65,000 residents & nicknamed "the sleepy capital of the South." — Dwight N.

Things you might not know: “Thank you for the article on Fort Bragg. One of the things many people do not know about Fort Bragg is that it is a habitat for several critically endangered plant and animal species, and the base goes to great lengths to recognize and preserve those species.” — Deborah C. Getting through this year: "Waking up to RALtoday during COVID has been particularly nice! The humor, the updates, and recommended activities are perfect. I've taken a few of the suggestions and can't wait to try more! Thanks guys." — Brittany H.
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