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.
Category: People
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.
5 Questions with Country music star Priscilla Block
Born and raised in Raleigh, this singer-songwriter is headlining a European tour for her album Welcome to the Block Party this fall.
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.
5 Questions with… Jessie Williams
As Edge of Urge turns 20, its founder talks supporting local makers, advocacy and giving back to the community.
Raleigh Renaissance: The Women Driving its Growth
The City of Oaks’ downtown shut down two years ago, but female entrepreneurs are bringing business back with enthusiasm.
From Loft to Launch: Boatbuilder Mark Bayne Sends his Work to Sea
This master shipwright and longtime professor at Cape Fear Community College reinvented its wooden boatbuilding program.
Giving Garden: The Volunteers at Urban Ministries Grow Produce
On a plot off Capital Boulevard, the volunteers at the Open Door Clinic have a small farm that provides healthy produce for their patients.