Sometimes the best way to keep kids in school is to let them spend more time outside the classroom.
Crossroads Flex, Cary’s newest high school, opens this month with a flexible schedule that will benefit performers, athletes, students with jobs, or those with family responsibilities.
“We have to be adaptive as a school system,” said... Read More
With respect for the past and a love of the wood, area woodworkers are tapping into North Carolina’s rich heritage to build sustainable, homegrown businesses.
Each dining room table, rustic art piece, or handcrafted desk they make comes with a story, at no extra charge, perfect to dust off at family dinners and neighborhood parties.
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One person, sharing his story, can truly make a difference.
That’s how the You Are Not Alone support groups began in Cary, with one man sharing his struggles with mental illness, and the local church community coming together to help.
“We want to create an environment where people can make the vital connections that will... Read More
The Triangle Youth Jazz Ensemble is going live in the big city this week, as one of 15 national finalists competing in the 22nd annual Essentially Ellington High School Jazz Band Competition & Festival.
Best of all, you can listen live!
“These are wonderful young jazz musicians, and they are really excited about... Read More
What happens when a passion for music collides with a desire for delicious food?
In the case of West Virginia native David Vance, it was the creation of Rock Harbor Grill, which opened late last year in downtown Fuquay-Varina.
Located a block over from Main Street across from the town’s current library (a new one... Read More
The benefits of Cary’s downtown revitalization continue to emerge, and there’s no better time than now to savor its bevy of quality eating and drinking establishments.
Consider inviting friends along for a full-fledged progressive dinner, all downtown, where you can try new places and enjoy mainstays, while appreciating their distinct flavors, and strolling between courses.... Read More
Hot peppers have been the darlings of both vegetable and ornamental gardeners in recent years because they can be so colorful, so sizzling, so sexy, especially when compared to sweet peppers, of which the ol’ utilitarian, blocky bell pepper usually comes to mind. Ho-hum.
Granted, the common bell pepper can have the eye-catching appeal of... Read More
Chris and Joscie Barnes are coming home to their native North Carolina after living for 30 years in Maryland, and explored several area towns with their real estate agent, Peggy Dixon.
“Cary clicked,” Joscie said. “It reminds us of Silver Springs, that feel of the city and proximity to things. It feels like home.”
On... Read More
1. Beachy keen
What makes a thick, plush beach towel even better? Make it round for more coverage, and add a monogram. A matching insulated cooler adds panache to your pool ensemble; towel, $36, add a large monogram for $17; cooler, $24, add a monogram for $12. everythingsbettermonogrammed.com
2. Tongue-tied
Take your Chucks... Read More
1. Bohemian style
Raleigh-based designer Noelia Torres partners with Mexican artisans to create unique leather goods; cutwork tan leather bag, $158; green suede bag, $131; black zippered bag, $138. bixiawotan.com
2. Take note To go into the bag, Torres designs durable accessories including passport cases and leather-bound journals; passport case, $45; metallic leather journal,... Read More
