Beyond Bluegrass: Joe Troop’s Worldly View
The musician behind Che Apalache offers a unique twist on the traditional genre, one infused with International travels and social messages.
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Oasis Spaces: Preserving Raleigh’s Green Book Sites
In the segregated South, not all businesses welcomed Black guests. These five places in Raleigh were listed as safe spaces.
Serving the Game: Marshall Happer’s Contributions to Tennis
This longtime Raleigh resident helped form the Raleigh Racquet Club and influenced pro tennis at the international level.
All Hands on Deck: The Enduring Appeal of the Pirate Ship at Marbles
Fifteen years in, a scaled-down ship built through a community effort is a place for kids to play and learn.
The Incomplete Gardener
Just like the plants in his garden, this writer finds we’re always learning and growing, dreaming and scheming.
Clay Masters: These Wasps Make Good Neighbors
Mud dauber wasps are non-aggressive insects that are unlikely to sting — and expert architects that build intricate nests
A Cut Above : Alimentari Offers a Taste of Italy
Josh DeCarolis, Ross Flynn and Andrew Hannon combine a cafe, deli and butchery in their Transfer Co. Food Hall outpost.
Catching Up With Kirstie Spadie
This former Broadway dancer has dedicated her life to encouraging young talent as the founder of the N. C. Dance Institute.
The Whirl: WINi 2022
On March 13, WALTER hosted its fifth annual WINi summit at Market Hall. This year’s speakers included Dawn Blagrove, Emily Neville and more.
The Whirl: Creative Mornings RDU
On March 25, Creative Mornings RDU hosted its first in-person event in nearly two years featuring MC Taylor of Hiss Golden Messenger.
The Whirl: King’s Ridge Groundbreaking
On March 29, CASA celebrated the groundbreaking of King’s Ridge, an emotional event honoring years of hard work.
The Whirl: Dreamville Festival
Dorothea Dix Park came alive with J. Cole’s Dreamville Festival the weekend of April 2-3. More than 80,000 people attended the celebration.
The Whirl: NC Master Chorale Donor Reception
On March 22, after its performance with the United States Army Choir, the North Carolina Master Chorale hosted a reception to recognize i supporters.
The Whirl: Big Night In for the Arts
On March 10, area arts councils in partnership with WRAL-TV produced the second annual Big Night In for the Arts fundraiser.