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Clayton woman wins lottery prize
Lois Driver of Clayton tried her luck on a $30 scratch-off and won the first $100,000 prize in a new scratch-off game. Driver bought her lucky Supreme 7s ticket from Benson Food Mart on East Main Street in Benson. She arrived at lottery headquarters recently to claim her prize and, after required federal and state tax withholdings, took home $71,509. […] The post Clayton woman wins lottery prize first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Library forced to close Flowers Grab-n-Go
CLAYTON — The closing of Digital Doc in Flowers Plantation has had a ripple effect on book lovers. The closure has forced the Public Library of Johnston County and Smithfield to shutter its book pickup and drop-off service, which had operated from inside the store. On its website, the library said Digital Doc, which offered mobile phone and computer repair, […] The post Library forced to close Flowers Grab-n-Go first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Food Lion lottery ticket wins Raleigh man nearly $400,000 in ‘Lucky for Life’ game
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — A Raleigh man decided to take nearly $400,000 in winnings at once instead of $25,000 a year for life following a lottery ticket purchase at a Food Lion, North Carolina lottery officials say. Shannon Murphy bought a Quick Pick ticket from the grocery store on...
Dinosaur installations pop up in downtown Raleigh
A trio of topiary dinosaurs have popped up in downtown Raleigh. The bright green installations are part of the city of Raleigh's effort to celebrate the Dueling Dinosaurs exhibit at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, while creating family-friendly navigation points in the area. The dinosaurs - Bex, Pterry...
Build-Outs Of Coffee: Parallax Coffee Lab In Wendell, NC
The Build-Outs series on Sprudge knows no boundaries. Big cities, global capitals, up-and-coming trendy burgs: we visit them all. We even throw in the occasional small hamlet, a geographic demographic (or geo-demo) that’s enjoyed considerable growth in the specialty coffee scene over the last decade. Such is the case with today’s fresh build, which takes us to little Wendell, North Carolina (population 5,845), home to a brand new and rather welcoming specialty coffee bar called Parallax Coffee Lab. We’ll meet you there!
Watch O.A.R. Debut Tears For Fears Cover With Fitz & The Tantrums At Tour Opener In Raleigh
O.A.R. kicked off their six-week summer tour with Fitz and the Tantrums and DJ Logic last night in Raleigh, North Carolina. The penultimate song of the night saw the headliners joined at Red Hat Amphitheater by Fitz & The Tantrums’ vocalists Michael “Fitz” Fitzpatrick and Noelle Scaggs on a debut cover of the Tears For Fears classic “Everybody Wants To Rule The World.”
High Rail rooftop bar coming to Seaboard Station plans to open this fall
A new rendering shows what the rooftop bar in Seaboard Station will look like.High Rail is opening atop the Hyatt House located in Seaboard Station. It's scheduled to open early this fall.The bar will feature a nearly 4,500 square foot terrace with fire pits, an outdoor bar and lounge seating.High Rail is just one part of the transformation happening at Seaboard Station. The transformation is highly anticipated and touted as being important for the future expansion of other Raleigh staples, such as PNC Arena and the Convention Center.However, it is a transformation that has been underway for years, and it has caused several frustrations for businesses already opened in the area.SEE ALSO | 'It's been tough': Seaboard Station construction, limited parking hampering small businessesFoot traffic is suffering at some Raleigh businesses and they say construction and parking issues at Seaboard Station are to blame.RELATEDSeaboard Station undergoing revitalization, but some small businesses won't be part of it'Nails in tires': Shoppers frustrated with ongoing Seaboard station construction, parking$300 million development of Seaboard Station underway in downtown RaleighRaleigh City Council approves Seaboard Station rezoning request
'Live After 5' summer concert series pushes start time back due to heat
The free "Live After 5" summer concert series is adjusting its start time for its final two shows. WRAL is proudly partnering with Downtown Raleigh Alliance for "Live After 5." This year's series celebrates women in music, featuring a mix of local female-led groups who will perform familiar music by...
Wake County Animal Center seeks help in finding homes for animals
The Wake County Animal Center has reached full capacity once again and urgently needs community support through pet adoptions. Currently, there are hundreds of animals at the center and in foster care, taking up kennels and life-saving space, leaving no room for incoming animals. To encourage adoptions, the Wake County Animal Center will be waiving all adoption fees to $0 […] The post Wake County Animal Center seeks help in finding homes for animals first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
PBS Will Air Documentary About Jim Crockett-Era Wrestling
RALEIGH, NC – 7/15/2024: “Dorton (Arena) was a real magical place.”. On August 8th, 2024, PBS North Carolina will premiere a new documentary titled ‘When Giants Walked Here,’ chronicling the rise and fall of Jim Crockett Promotions and professional wrestling at Dorton Arena in Raleigh, NC. The film outlines the legacies formed and remembered inside of those hallowed walls.
Molly Tuttle, Authentic Unlimited, Billy Strings & Sister Sadie Lead IBMA Awards Nominees
The nominees for the 2024 International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) Awards were revealed on Wednesday (July 17) from the SiriusXM Studios in Nashville.Recording Academy Renames Best Song for Social Change Award in Honor of Harry Belafonte Hosted by IBMA Executive director Ken White and SiriusXM/Bluegrass Junction’s Joey Black, the final nominees unveiling ceremony also featured performances from Missy Raines and Allegheny, as well as Authentic Unlimited, who proved to be one of this year’s frontrunners, earning nominations spanning several categories. Additionally, White revealed three inductees into the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame: Alan Munde, Jerry Douglas and Katy Daley. Munde has been...
Camels concert guide to live performances in Raleigh
Welcome, Campbell Camels fans! Dive into our comprehensive concert guide to discover the best upcoming live music events in Raleigh, NC, and the surrounding areas. From legendary rock bands to contemporary country stars, this guide covers everything you need to enjoy live music. Featured Artists. The Flaming Lips, formed in...
Billy Strings among IBMA Bluegrass Music Award nominees
The current IBMA Bluegrass Music Awards Entertainer of the Year, Billy Strings, is once again nominated for the honor at this fall's ceremony, which will be held in Raleigh. The IBMA announced the nominees for this year's awards on Wednesday. Strings will face off against Del McCoury Band, Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway, Sister Sadie and The Po' Ramblin' Boys for Entertainer of the Year.
Book Review: East Texas P.I. turns vigilante in funny and savage 'Sugar on the Bones'
Minnie Polson was in some sort of trouble, so a friend recommended the private eye firm of Hap Collins, his wife Brett, and their pal Leonard Pine. But when they meet, Minnie doesn’t like their attitude, and they don’t like hers. Hours after they agree to part company,...
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