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D.G. Martin: North Carolina writers worthy of 'Bookwatch' status
Although North Carolina Bookwatch in no longer airing on PBS-NC people still ask what books are being featured. When I explain, they ask, “Well, what books would you be discussing?” Here are three of my answers. “Charlotte, the Slugger, and Me: Coming-of-Age Story of a Southern City and Two Tenacious Brothers,” by Jack Claiborne Jack Claiborne and his brother Slug were important characters in post-World War II Charlotte. They grew...
AREA ROUNDUP: Chargers nip Falcons, 1-0
RALEIGH — After a pair of back-to-back lean years, at least by Wilson Christian boys soccer standards, the Chargers are off to a steady start to the 2024 season with a pair of 1-0 victories. The second one came Friday at Friendship Christian three days after the same result Tuesday at Raleigh Christian. Senior Gabe Collins, who had the goal […] The post AREA ROUNDUP: Chargers nip Falcons, 1-0 first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Voters gather for Democratic National Convention watch party in Raleigh
There was lots of energy inside the Goodwin House Thursday night -- the last night of the Democratic National Convention -- in Raleigh.Many voters at the watch party are hopeful Vice President Kamala Harris will win in November. They also shared their excitement about seeing Governor Cooper introduce Harris and hearing her speech.One attendee Griffin Rodes, 39, feels great about Harris' nomination. He said he had been dreading the election till a few weeks ago."I've been doing this stuff since I was 8 years old. My granddad was really involved in the Democratic party," he said. "He used to take...
People News & Notes: Emerge leader appointed to Arts North Carolina Board of Directors
Emerge Gallery & Art Center Executive Director Holly Garriott has been named to the 2027 Arts North Carolina Board of Directors, Emerge announced. Arts North Carolina is the statewide advocacy organization for the arts that calls for equity and access to the arts for all North Carolinians, unifies and connects North Carolina’s arts communities and fosters arts leadership, the announcement said. Led by a statewide board of directors that will...
Fayetteville: The most stressed city in North Carolina?
A recent study from WalletHub shows that Fayetteville has the most stressed residents in all of North Carolina. The study used data sets such as average weekly work hours and unemployment, divorce and suicide rates to compare more than 180 American cities, including the 150 most populated cities and at least two of the most populated cities in each state. ...
NC State has 8 Players Named to the 2025 Senior Bowl Watch List
The Watch List for the 2025 Senior Bowl is out, and NC State has 8 players on the list: Quarterback Grayson McCall, Running Back Jordan Waters, Left Tackle Anthony Belton, Center Zeke Correll, Linebacker Sean Brown, Defensive End Davin Vann, Cornerback Aydan White and Punter Caden Noonkester. Prior to the...
Vick atop Forecast as another season kicks off
The North Carolina High School Athletic Association football season kicks off Friday night and, along with it, the Times’ Football Forecast. Reigning forecast king Sheldon Vick, the Times long-time freelance photographer, sits on the throne for the fourth time after derailing Times sports editor Paul Durham’s dominance in the final weeks of the 2023 season. Durham settled for tying former […] The post Vick atop Forecast as another season kicks off first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Mandeville Star RB Nate Sheppard Chooses Duke University: Reasons Why
Nate Sheppard, a top running back from Mandeville's Class of 2025, has committed to Duke University after a standout junior season where he garnered over 20 Division I offers. Sheppard, a three-star recruit, chose Duke due to a strong relationship with running backs coach Willie Simmons and a positive school culture. Despite having offers from notable programs like Tulane, Cal, Cincinnati, and Northwestern, the consistent communication from the Duke staff solidified his decision. With almost 2,000 rushing yards last season, Sheppard aims to lead Mandeville to a state championship and break the 2,000-yard milestone in his senior year.
Shots fired at food truck on Barrington Drive near Raleigh, deputies say
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — A food truck was shot at near Raleigh Friday evening, the Wake County Sheriff’s Office says. According to the sheriff’s office, deputies responded to a report of shots fired in the 2500 block of Barrington Drive at approximately 9:15 p.m. and found a food truck that was struck by gunfire.
Many enjoy nice weather in Cary at 48th annual Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival
CARY, N.C. (WNCN) — The 48th annual Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival continues Sunday in Cary. Festival organizers say one of the beautiful things about Lazy Daze is that all of the proceeds go back into the community in the form of grants for art. “It’s a great...
Habitat for Humanity of Wake County receives paint, cash donation from Triangle painters
CARY, N.C. (WNCN) — A painting company serving the Triangle area has partnered with a Raleigh paint company to give thousands of dollars of supplies and cash to Habitat for Humanity of Wake County. CertaPro Painters of Cary-Apex, in partnership with Spectrum Paint Company of Raleigh announced a donation...
Raleigh seeks community input on future of historic DMV headquarters site
Raleigh wants community to decide future of old DMV headquarters on New Bern Ave. The future of the former DMV headquarters, located just off New Bern Avenue, remains uncertain as the city of Raleigh seeks input from residents on its potential use. The building, which has served various purposes over...
Date/Time/Network Info Released for NC State’s Final Four Rematch vs. Purdue
Back at the end of July, it was reported that NC State’s Men’s Basketball team would play Purdue this upcoming season in the Rady Children’s Invitational, in a rematch from last year’s Final Four. Now we know the time, date and network. The game will be...
321 Coffee soft-launches new NC State Centennial Campus location
A coffee shop that employs people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) announced Friday it is opening a location on North Carolina State University’s Centennial Campus. 321 Coffee has soft-launched its new location at 930 Main Campus Drive in Raleigh. The official grand opening is set for 8:30 a.m....
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