The Whirl: Donate Sport Milestone
In July, local charity Donate Sport hit a milestone $2 million in donations of sports equipment collected and distributed worldwide.
Category: Arts & Culture
7 Questions with… Mipso Frontwoman Libby Rodenbough
The Mipso frontwoman shares talk about the indie folk band’s new album, musical influences, and other Triangle performers to check out.
Dream Keeper: The Ella West Gallery
Linda Shropshire has created a new space to showcase the work of under-represented artists on a historic block in Durham.
The Adventurous Child: Jesse White
This Durham artist and illustrator draws inspiration from her former students and the adventures of her youth.
A Change in Direction: The One Eighties
Triangle musical duo Daniel Cook and Autumn Brand have swapped country rock for a back-to-the-dance-club vibe
Celebrating Roots: The New North Carolina Freedom Park
Designed by Phil Freelon, this new public space in downtown Raleigh honors the Black experience through words and sculpture.
August 2023 Poem: How I Want to Love You
In this poem, a couple contemplates whether to continue with their relationship.
One More Game: The Lure of Pickleball
A pickleball enthusiast digs deep into his enthusiasm for the popular sport — and finds that what it really delivers is a sense of community.
Triumph in a Bridge: Matthew Steele’s Architectural Sculptures
This Charlotte artist celebrates the beauty of the manufactured world through his large-scale installations and public art works.
Chasing Leads: Who Gets to Tell Our Musical Stories?
The book Biography of a Phantom inspires a journalist to reflect on the ethics of researching musical history.
Nail Yeah! Crystal Clark’s Niche Design Medium
Over ten years, this local nail technician has built a loyal fan base with her creative, trend-forward designs.
Dirt Roots: Effie Underwood’s North Raleigh Garden
Over two decades, this wooded lot has been transformed with gravel pathways, sun and shade plantings, and unique artwork.
When Painting is a Practice: Meet Lamar Whidbee
Renowned artist Beverly McIver encouraged this NCCU grad to pivot from football to painting — today, he’s creating intimate, thoughtful work.
The Wish Book’s Final Chapter
Saying a fond farewell to Sears’ last North Carolina store, where this writer got his first bike and ogled mannequins.