See & Do: June to July 2023
Explore the Mims Park Nature Trail OPEN DAILY 5 A.M. TO SUNSET Enjoy a quiet run or hike on historic property just a stone’s…
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Meet & Greet: Taylor McGee
Curated Craft Marketplace opened in January of this year, showcasing the unique creations of North Carolina-based artisans and makers in historic downtown Fuquay-Varina. EARLY…
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Standout Students: Leah George
Recent graduate Leah George knows how to bury the lede. From the comfort of her family room at her home near Bass Lake, we…
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Standout Students: Holden Bierman
When I was in sixth grade, I spent my free time watching Saved by the Bell reruns and daydreaming about taking Zack Morris to…
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Making the Most of a Southern Wake Summer
I’ve lived in Fuquay-Varina for over 15 years, but somehow every summer takes me by surprise and turns my cactus crack into the Everglades….
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Restaurant Spotlight: El Cantarito Bar & Grill
Downtown Fuquay’s newest multistory building features an anchor tenant that’s drawing big crowds for lunch and dinner. El Cantarito Bar & Grill serves quality…
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Nonprofit Spotlight: DEGA Mobile Veterinary Care
Dr. April Gessner took a winding route to discovering her passion. Beginning with undergraduate school in graphic design, employment at an ad agency, then…
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Dig In & Drink Up: Columbia West Coast IPA
It could be considered ironic for a brewery concept conceived during Covid to be based on global travel. Then again, the lack of travel…
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Friday Night Lights
In 1962, about 3,400 residents lived in Fuquay-Varina. Raleigh had eight banks, six hotels, and 22,500 homes, according to Hills 1960 Raleigh City Directory….
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Right on Track
One of the best parts of community journalism is exploring the state to confidently highlight the standout attractions within the Triangle and across North…
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