Sights & Sounds of the Holiday
From the Holly Springs Tree Trail at Ting Stadium, impressive gingerbread houses at Fuquay-Varina Arts Center and creative do-it-yourself light displays in Willow Spring,…
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2021 Words to Live By
I doubt any tears will be shed for the passing of 2020. However, despite the year’s overwhelming challenges, lessons in perseverance, resilience and innovation…
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2020 Gift Guide
Whether you’re shopping for teachers, neighbors, family or friends, the perfect present is waiting to be discovered right around the corner. Consider these creative…
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Fitness Your Way
Derek Fox describes himself as a fitness “outlier.” He’s one of those serious (perhaps crazy?) runner types who logs 60 to 100 miles per…
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The Curious Case of the Christmas Cactus
When it comes to Yuletide oddities, the Christmas cactus is a real contender. True, its colorful, conical flowers can be festive additions to any…
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FACES (Family and Community Empowerment Services)
Founded in 1964 as the Family Aid Council of Fuquay-Varina by the Fuquay-Varina Ministerial Alliance to centralize financial crisis support for neighbors in Fuquay-Varina…
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Meg’s Smile Foundation
Founded in March 2011. First “smile” completed in May 2011. Mission: To bring smiles to the faces of children and young adults affected by…
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Zach’s Toy Chest
Founded in 2009 Mission: To bring joy, hope and normalcy to patients and their families during stressful and often traumatic medical situations. Our goal…
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Wake Enterprises
Founded in 1979 Mission: Wake Enterprises serves adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including cerebral palsy, autism and traumatic brain injuries, and helps them…
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Military Missions in Action
Founded in 2008, by Michael Dorman, a retired Coast Guard member Mission: To assist veterans with disabilities, armed forces and their families. Programs: Fill…
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