Go Figure: Painter Adam D. Cohen’s Colorful Portraits
This Raleigh artist works in oil paint, but also in pen or charcoal, capturing the mystery inside his subjects.
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2023 is the Year of the Trail in North Carolina
This statewide initiative from the N.C. Great Trails Coalition and State Parks invites us to hike, bike, paddle and explore outside.
Simple Life: One Journey Ends, Another Begins
As a youngster, this writer was curious about the Great Wagon Road. Decades later, it sparks an epic road trip and a novel.
The Buddy System: Haand Ceramics
Two longtime friends started the successful pottery brand out of Hillsborough, which has collaborated with James Beard Award winning chefs.
A Franklin Descendent in Raleigh
Ruffin Franklin is related to James Franklin, Benjamin Franklin’s older brother — and he wants to set the record straight.
Swan Season: Majestic Birds Along the Coast
Each winter, thousands of tundra swans migrate to eastern North Carolina, where they spend time preening, resting, and eating.
Your 2023 North Carolina Playlist
From jazz to country to rap, local musicians have been busy this past year. Here are the new albums and upcoming projects to look out for.
The New Guard: Fresh Direction in Downtown Arts Organizations
Over the last year and a half, CAM, Artspace, VAE and Artsplosure have each hired new directors. Here’s what they want to do.
WALTER’s Top Stories of 2022
From favorite films with NC connections to outrageous real estate headlines to Raleigh’s cocktail. Here are WALTER’s top web stories of 2022.
What to Do in January 2023 In and Around Raleigh
Start the year right with evening walks to enjoy some art, live music, charitable meals and a weekend-long tribute to Martin Luther King Jr.
First Bite: Spanish Eatery Las Ramblas to Open Next Month
The new tapas restaurant in North Hills will pair North Carolina seafood and with authentic Spanish ingredients
The Whirl: An Afternoon with Miss America
On Nov. 2, The Miss North Carolina Scholarship Organization held a fundraising event at The Woman’s Club of Raleigh.
The Whirl: Beaufort Fall Party 2022
The Beaufort Historical Association held its annual Fall Party on Oct. 22 at the Beaufort Historic Site featuring art by JJ Jiang.
The Whirl: Baily’s Fenton Grand Opening
On No. 6, Bailey’s Fine Jewelry opened its newest location, a 5,000 square foot showroom in the Fenton retail development in Cary.