July Poem: I Do
A writer shares a tribute to his partner through a litany of some of the happiest memories they’ve shared together
Author Archives: Addie Ladner
Simple Life: Well Done, Ben Franklin Bravo
As this writer recalls Fourth of Julys past and researches a new book, he expects more questions or answers on the road ahead.
Zipping to Zebulon in Search of Florals
A trip to Oak Ridge Farm to shop for peonies turned into a day of delicious discoveries and small-town charm.
July Garden Tips: The Dog Days
This steamy month, up your watering game, welcome butterflies, harvest your crops and deadhead those summer blooms.
Beckoning Blooms: North Carolina’s Native Red Flowers
Bright colors, unique shapes and other adaptations make Beebalm, Wild Columbine and other flora attractive to hummingbirds
Guardian of Stories: History Museum Executive Director C.J. Roberts
The new head of the NC Division of State History Museums will spearhead a renovation of the flagship repository for our state’s artifacts
Meat Up: LaGana’s Smash Burgers Sizzle on West Street
Louis Zouain and partners Carlos Lemus, Sr. and Carlos Lemus Jr. deliver Wagyu beef burgers with a Dominican twist
Chill Factor: A North Carolina Summer Playlist
A mostly upbeat but sometimes mellow mix of tunes featuring Southern musicians, from Doc & Merle Watson to Wes Collins.
What to Do in July 2025 In and Around Raleigh
Have fun in the North Carolina summer sun this month with music, baseball and festivals galore — then top it all off with fireworks!
The Whirl: NC Children’s Museum Grand Opening Celebration
The organization unveiled its new name, the North Carolina Children’s Museum, at the opening celebration of its new space at Boxyard RTP
The Whirl: Sights & Sounds @ NCMA
Chamber Music Raleigh presented 8-time Grammy-winning trumpeter and 2-time Oscar-winning composer Terence Blanchard for two sold out concerts
The Freddie Lee Heath Auditorium Dedication
The Wake County School Board of Education voted to name the auditorium at Enloe Magnet High School for Freddie Lee Heath, a longtime public school arts educator. On Apr. 4, a celebration and unveiling was held at Enloe. It was…
The Whirl: Black & White Ball
Held in honor of the late Reese Ward, raised funds for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and the Melanoma Research Foundation
The Whirl: Mission Triangle’s Shark Tank
Mission Triangle hosted its annual event highlighting and celebrating work in the Triangle Christian Community