Q&A with Mayor McFarlane
WALTER sits down with Mayor Nancy McFarlane to learn about her life, work, and what she’s looking forward to in 2019.
Category: People
Valerie Hillings: A Fresh Eye
Valerie Hillings brings a worldly outlook to her new role as director of the North Carolina Museum of Art.
Old-School Sound
Middle-aged dudes are stealing back the spotlight as self-proclaimed dad bands play gigs around Raleigh.
The Right Poet
Jaki Shelton Green is North Carolina’s ninth poet laureate, and the first African American person to hold the position.
Handbag Designer Ann Howell Bullard
Ann Howell Bullard designs vibrant, handcrafted bags using leather and paint.
Meet the Infamous RLT Stepsisters
For 20 years, Dennis Poole and Tim Cherry have played Getrude and Henrietta, the stepsisters in Raleigh Little Theater’s production of Cinderella. We spent some quality time in the dressing room with the comedic duo.
High Country Firs
Keith Chesnutt will be back this season selling Christmas trees at Raleigh City Farm.
The Poetry Fox
By day, Chris Vittiello is a mild-mannered librarian at North Carolina State University. By night, he is the Poetry Fox, moonlighting as a bard for hire.
Dereck Whittenburg
N.C. State basketball legend Dereck Whittenburg is continuing his legacy. Read our profile to find out what he’s up to now.
Seton McGlennon’s Unique Tributes
Cary artist Seton McGlennon creates one-of-a-kind, customized paintings and mementos.
Horticulture Training Program
The Conservation Horticulture Training Program gives students hands-on experience and exposure.
Meet Lee Pryor
More than a volunteer, Lee Pryor is a driving force at the Frankie Lemmon School and Foundation.
Caroline Boykin
Artist Caroline Boykin is inspired by natural beauty, centered and rooted in Southern hospitality and strong, Southern women.
Meet George Hage
Musician and illustrator George Hage has designed posters, books and more for clients like Hopscotch festival.