“This is a passion project for me,” says Dustin Williams, Fuquay-Varina Chamber of Commerce president. “When I started at the Chamber, I thought, we have got to have an entrepreneur day. These kids have talent that needs to be highlighted and given a platform.”
Two years into Dustin’s tenure, the Chamber parking lot is full... Read More
Southern Wake communities have been frequently lauded as safe places to live, often ranking among the safest towns in North Carolina.
But according to author Simone Stier, Fuquay-Varina is rife with murders.
Okay, not Fuquay exactly — rather, its fictional counterpart, Magnolia Grove.
A small town in the foothills of North Carolina, inspired heavily by... Read More
Kalyn Oltrogge described herself as a loner. When she started at Holly Springs High School, she says, she had a hard time “finding her people.”
That was until she “tried robotics and loved it.”
It’s hard to imagine a version of Kalyn who didn’t fit in. When I met her, she was confident, passionate, and... Read More
After thousands of votes across four categories, we are excited to unveil the fourth-annual Maggy Awards: Best of Main & Broad winners — as selected by you, dear readers. We tallied thousands of votes for your favorite restaurants, service providers, professionals, and retail spots. Read on to discover who took top honors.
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Recipes courtesy of The Butcher’s Market
With five locations in Wake County, The Butcher’s Market has cultivated a long-standing reputation as the destination for premium beef, fresh fish, and exotic meats. Their signature marinated steak tips, handmade sausages, and house-cured bacon are a welcome sight at any summer barbecue. Members of the popular Steak of... Read More
“An eat, drink, and be merry culture is part of what we want to portray,” says Nathan Cousineau. “We want customers to have a few drinks, sample some food, and shop.”
You’ll regularly find Nathan standing at The Meat House’s in-store cooktop sautéing handmade sausage or crafting made-to-order sandwiches to offer guests just that experience.
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Visit Beech Bluff County Park 8 A.M. to 8 P.M. 3321 NC Highway 42, Willow Spring
Explore the gardens, hiking trails, playgrounds, and educational programs of Wake County’s newest park, Beech Bluff County Park, open since March. Self-guided activities include geocaching, StoryWalk, and Adventure Backpacks with themed activities to enhance your visit. The park is... Read More
UPDATE: Due to a looming threat of rain, we are moving the party to the rain date of May 1.
The Maggy Awards recognize the best businesses and professionals in town, as selected by the readers. And we think that deserves a party! We’re bringing winners and the readers who voted for them together for... Read More
So, you’ve finally decided to connect with nature. You’re ready to get outside, embrace the fresh-ish air, and experience the wonder of the wild kudzu-infested wilderness.
Congratulations! You’ve chosen the perfect place to begin your outdoor odyssey: Southern Wake County, NC, where the trails are (not always) paved; the wildlife consists mostly of fat squirrels,... Read More
The list of accomplishments on Alex Flowers’ résumé is long and lauded: the first African American male selected for the University of Chicago’s Post-Baccalaureate Research Education Program at the National Institutes of Health, the first African American to earn an NIH Minority Health International Research Training Fellowship at the University of Cambridge, a master’s degree... Read More
A one-room transformation, that’s all the Holly Springs homeowners sought — until they started working with Amanda Steinert-Francfort of ASF Interiors. Under Steinert-Francfort’s expert hand, their project turned into a refresh for the new home’s entire first floor.
The clients wanted unique design elements to reflect their individual styles, and to upgrade construction-grade lighting and... Read More
Homeowners Jennifer and Leo Young love statement-making details, including antique furniture, grand staircases, and Tudor architecture. They also love open living, indoor/outdoor spaces, and quiet luxury, so the couple partnered with Spotted Interior Design to refresh an outdated home in Cary.
“We immediately saw great bones,” says Jennifer. “And it’s an extremely convenient location. We... Read More
“It felt … not alive to me,” says Lynn Bregman Blass about the painting leaning at her feet. Before Helene, the canvas had hung on the psychotherapist and mixed media artist’s studio wall. After the disaster, which she admits “is informing my work,” Lynn verbalizes a feeling palpable in Asheville’s River Arts District: loss.
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In a state full of so much bounty — unique landscapes, robust agriculture, and rich traditions — there are many reasons to celebrate. If you plan to tour NC this year, check out these signature events for a taste of local culture and family fun.
Asheville Fringe Arts Festival March 16–23 Asheville
Multi-day, multi-venue... Read More
