Robert Willett on a Career of Shooting ACC Basketball
As we head into March Madness, the longtime News & Observer sports photographer shares what it’s like to document basketball’s best moments.
Tag: February 2026
30 Over 30: Raleigh’s Oldest Bars & Restaurants
As the hospitality scene in the City of Oaks has grown and evolved, these classic spots have stood the test of time
It’s Soiree Season! Fundraising Galas in Raleigh this Spring
These formal events make for a lively, fancy evening out on the town — and support health initiatives, cultural arts and more in our community
The Whirl: Stand Together Gala 2026
The event supports NextStep Raleigh, a paralysis recovery center helping individuals rebuild strength, independence and confidence
The Whirl: Vallie Henderson Park Rededication
The refurbished park’s ribbon cutting included a parade from the Oakwood Second Line Band and the Awesomettes.
The Whirl: Paderewski Piano Festival 2026
The eighth annual Paderewski Piano Festival is a meaningful cultural event for Raleigh’s Polish community and classical piano enthusiasts
The Whirl: Operation Coming Home Key Ceremony
Operation: Coming Home is a joint volunteer initiative of the Home Builders Association of Raleigh–Wake County and the U.S. Veteran Corps.
The Whirl: Fitz-Simons Society Dinner 2026
Raleigh Little Theatre’s annual Fitz-Simons Society dinner took place Oct. 23 at Lakeside Kitchen.
The Whirl: Dancing Woman Book Event
Author Elaine Neil Orr was joined by North Carolina Poet Laureate Jaki Shelton Green and artist and musician Caitlin Cary.
The Whirl: Mimosas & Maximalism
Corey Damen Jenkins joined La Maison founder Martha Schneider for a lively conversation inside the North Hills showroom.
The Whirl: Oakwood 24 Benefiting Healing Transitions
This year, 74 runners completed the 24-hour endurance event, including one relay team of seven people to benefit Healing Transitions
Special Feature: Get Out & Explore!
Raleigh is the perfect jumping-off point for destinations from the mountains to the sea — and everything in between
Some Like It Hot: Learning to Love a Little Spice
Texas Pete on a taco? No way! A hot sauce aficionado discusses the finer points — and correct applications — of the fiery condiment
Finding Her Away: Artist Katie Stewart
The Raleigh creative has earned a reputation for whimsical, large-scale works — especially inflatables — that bring joy to public spaces