Sound Scenes: Fortnite Composer Jason Graves
Jason Graves creates musical tracks for video games like Tomb Raider, Fortnite, Moss and Dead Space out of his home in Benson.
Category: People
WALTER: The First 10 Years
The September 2022 issue of WALTER marks our 10-year anniversary. We take a look back at some of our iconic stories, subjects and imagery.
Magazine Memories
You may love reading WALTER, but we love making it! Here are just a few snaps from the past decade — looking forward to another 10 years!
Inside the September 2032 Issue
In honor of WALTER’s 10-year anniversary, here’s a look at the headlines we just might see in the magazine a decade from now…
Handing Over the Keys: A Charitable Initiative from Ben Folds
Through a new funding project called Keys for Kids, the North Carolina-born pop star is creating opportunity for aspiring musicians.
New Heights: Disability Advocate Ali Ingersoll
The recently-named Ms. Wheelchair America shares her journey from a hard-partying lifestyle to becoming a candid voice for people with disabilities.
5 Questions With… Luke Hickey
This September, dancer and choreographer Luke Hickey taps into his North Carolina roots at the American Dance Festival.
Cultivating Corners: The Ashley Christensen Effect
Ashley Christensen put down roots in Raleigh — and spread them wide. We take a look at the people who’ve risen up the ranks under her mentorship.
The Statesman: Catching Up with Webb Simpson
Ten years after he landed on WALTER’s first cover star, the Raleigh-native golf champ reflects on his career and family life.
5 Questions with… NCMA director & CEO Valerie Hillings
With a focus on art history and a love of curating, Hillings made her way from the Guggenheim to director of the NCMA.
5 Questions with… Poet Jaki Shelton Green
North Carolina’s Poet Laureate talks about balancing creativity and professional success, as well as her role as a mentor.
5 Questions with… Architect Zena Howard
Known for her impactful museums and public spaces, Howard recently took on a global role at Perkins & Will.
Tend & Mend: The Healing Place Courtyard
The Healing Place Courtyard in Raleigh, North Carolina offers a unique approach to recovery in the Healing Transitions Garden.
The Circuit: The Kirby Derby Returns
Creativity, community and friendly competition abound at a beloved inner-Raleigh tradition, back for the first time since 2019.