Marc Fornes’ New Sculptural Pavilion Reimagines the Architectural Folly
A bold new structure has appeared in Cary Park in Cary, North Carolina: the latest sculptural pavilion by Marc Fornes / THEVERYMANY. The work is titled “L’Ile Folie,” which nods to the architectural tradition of the folly, a landscape feature that was all the rage with wealthy estate owners in the 18th and 19th...
Wendell adopts public art master plan for next decade
Wendell adopts public art master plan for the next decade to expand murals, sculptures and performance spaces, shaped by strong community input and new funding strategy.
Kids on e-bikes slowed 45 mph roads – now Wake Forest police are stepping...
The Wake Forest Police Department is warning that those who take part in electric bike “street takeovers” may face criminal charges. Prompted by an incident in the Heritage community, Wake Forest police issued a statement Tuesday urging parents to tell their children what could happen if they participate....
Wake Forest warning community about fraudulent email scam targeting Planning Department customers
Wake Forest warns residents about phishing emails posing as Planning Department, using bogus usa.com address to demand payments; officials urge deleting messages and reporting scams.
‘Extremely unusual’: Woman attacked by otter while watching friends run marathon
CARY, N.C. (WECT/Gray News) – A woman in southeastern North Carolina said she was attacked by an otter while watching friends compete in a marathon. “I just wanted to cheer them on, I got up really early,” Erin Hogston said, adding that she traveled more than two hours from her home for the race.
These 9 North Carolina Asian Markets Bring Flavors From Across Asia
When did North Carolina become one of the best places in the South to stock an adventurous pantry? Quietly, and faster than most people realize. Across the state, Asian grocery markets have become part of everyday life for many home cooks. You will find them in the Research Triangle, around Charlotte, and even along...
A store at Raleigh’s Lafayette Village has closed. Here’s what will replace it
Lafayette Village will soon have a new tenant to replace one that stood for years in the North Raleigh shopping center. Local shop Bell Lap Cycleworks will move into the former TLC for Bikes . Gary Smith, who owned and founded TLC for Bikes, died of cancer last fall. Bell Lap Cycleworks, which opened a retail space...
These 10 North Carolina Bakeries Are Famous For Desserts That Sell Out Fast
Forget what you think you know about Southern baking. North Carolina has completely rewritten the rulebook. Flaky laminated croissants, layer cakes stacked impossibly high, sourdough loaves with crusts that shatter in the best possible way. The bakers here are serious, creative, and slightly obsessed, which means the...
Wake schools could cut $18M from special education. Here’s what to know.
The services that Wake County’s 22,000 special education students receive could be trimmed next school year amid budget cuts and program changes. The Wake County school system plans to cut the special education budget by $18 million , which would lead to the elimination of 130 teaching positions. The district also...
NC prisoner left disfigured, in pain after attack. Why guards may be held liable
A fellow prisoner smashed Brandon Case’s face at Central Prison in Raleigh, leaving him with lifelong pain and disfigurement, according to his lawsuit. Now, he’s seeking to hold the guards responsible and prevent such attacks from happening to others. Unlike most prisoner lawsuits, Case’s claims could reach a jury —...
