Woman to Watch: Susan Weis
In 2003, the town of Fuquay-Varina looked quite different — home to only about 10,000 residents, many of the beloved events and amenities enjoyed…
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Nonprofit Spotlight: The Hope Closet
When Fuquay-Varina native Ashley Manstedt started collecting donations for The Hope Closet, her garage filled within 48 hours. “We operated for about three months,…
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Backyard Bliss
Water. Fertilize. Mow. Weed. It’s a cycle common to many trying to keep their lawn lush with green grass. A cycle that can sometimes…
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Meet & Greet: Andy Cullen
“Andy is the best cocktail mixologist in the Triangle,” says Ted Powell, owner of Niche Cocktail & Wine Lounge. “Not because I think he’s…
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There & Back: Paddle the Cape Fear River
Meandering from Jordan Lake to Wilmington, the Cape Fear River is perfectly placed through the town of Lillington to welcome paddlers to a variety…
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Small Business Spotlight: Track Record Vinyl Shop and Listening Lounge
“You have to check out the bathroom.” That may not be a typical way that small-business owners greet their clients, but in this case…
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From Tail to Tale
Like many overzealous dog moms, Dana Tozzi dresses her toy poodle Enzo in seasonally appropriate bow ties, sweaters, and pajamas, but there was a…
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There & Back: Downtown Sanford
It all started with ugly walls downtown. Well, eliminating ugly walls downtown, that is. In 2015, Liz Whitmore, a historic preservation planner for the…
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Perfect Summer Pairs
For Kids: Storytime and Snow Cones Books come to life at read-aloud storytimes, which introduce new characters and adventures in a fun social setting…
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Dig In & Drink Up: Strawberry Lemonade Boba Tea From Bep Vietnamese Kitchen
Downtown Holly Springs newcomer Bep Vietnamese Kitchen serves a mouthwatering menu of traditional pho, noodle bowls, and banh mi; however, the impressive drink menu…
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