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More Than a Game: NC Courage, Merz Aesthetics, and the Power of Women Supporting Women

With record crowds, a mission-driven sponsor, and a season in full swing, there’s never been a better time to cheer on the Courage. BY KYLE MARIE McMAHON There’s something electric about a…

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Food People & Profiles

The Heart Behind the Dumplings: Chef Chun of Brewery Bhavana

A quiet force in the kitchen, Chef Chun blends culture, creativity, and care in every dish. BY KYLE MARIE MCMAHON | PHOTOS COURTESY OF CHEF CHUN At Brewery Bhavana, the dumplings are…

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Food People & Profiles

Pitmaster Christopher Prieto’s Secret Ingredient for a Great Barbecue—Plus a Recipe!

The award-winning pitmaster behind Prime BBQ shares practical grilling tips—and his deeper philosophy on why hospitality matters most By Kyle Marie McMahon With summer in full swing and grills across North Carolina…

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People & Profiles Sports & Fitness

Ultimate Energy: The Carolina Flyers and Their 11-Year-Old Hype Man

As the Flyers charge toward the playoffs, 11-year-old hype man Emerson Pauley brings crowd energy, kid-friendly fun, and a dash of star power to the sidelines. By Kyle Marie McMahon…

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Features People & Profiles Visual Arts

Cary artist Shalimar Waffa brings color, music and joy to her canvases

Artist at Work BY DOLLY R. SICKLES | PHOTOS BY JESSICA BRATTON A registered nurse by training, Shalimar Waffa was on track to become a nurse anesthetist when she became pregnant with…

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Family & Education Features Home & Garden

What Each Swim School Offers May Surprise You

What to know before you choose BY SARAH MERRITT RYAN When our son was 18 months old, my husband and I wanted him to learn to swim. We just chose the first…

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Local Business

Mindful Merchant Fulfills Couple’s Dream

By Samantha Carson Jacqueline and Dillon Tucker met while working for a large advertising company in California. Dillon was in the A/V department, while Jacqueline was in the print department. They…

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History

The Origins of Five Towns in Western Wake

By Eric Medlin With so many new residents arriving in the Triangle daily, it’s fun to take a step back in time to learn a little history about the five towns…

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Jun 2025

Music People & Profiles

Cary Middle Schooler to Perform at Carnegie Hall

By Judith Cookis Rubens Mills Park Middle School vocalist Krishika Tirupathi will take the stage at New York City’s famed Carnegie Hall June 27, 2025, joining some of the world’s…

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Jun 2025

How to Help Stray and Feral Cats in Your Community

By Anita B. Stone. Photos by Joni Stone. Feral cats and cat colonies are an ongoing issue in communities across the country—one I’ve experienced personally. Years ago, I discovered three…

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Botanist Bean Turns High-Quality Espresso Mobile

Photos courtesy of the Botanist Bean. By Kyle Marie McMahon Madison Overbey had long dreamed of owning an espresso cart, so when her partner’s love of coffee grew, they decided…

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Beyond the Badge: Animal Control

Photos courtesy of the Town of Holly Springs. The Unsung Heroes of Holly Springs Animal Control By Jennifer Axness For Officer Lucas Howard, animal control supervisor for the Holly Springs Police Department, no…

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A Perfect Way to Support Cats in Need

Photos courtesy of The Photo Scoute. By Heather Darnell Boba tea and cats might seem like an odd combination, but for many, it’s the cat’s meow. Damion and Karen Posey…

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Fratelli’s Delicatessen Is Food, Family and Friends

Apex Italian eatery serves up authentic classics Photos courtesy of Fratelli’s. By Dave Droschak When the Wi-Fi password is meatballs&beer and a well-worn aluminum lasagna pan dating back to World…

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Features Food People & Profiles

Chef Scott Crawford’s Personal Journey

Brothers and Survivors Crawford Brothers Steakhouse owner learned tough life lessons with sibling BY KURT DUSTERBERG PHOTOS BY JESSICA BRATTON It is late morning at Crawford Brothers Steakhouse in…

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People & Profiles Talk of the Triangle

News Around Town: Small Business Growth

ABOVE: Chamber & Chill is a gathering for professionals to network and unwind. APEX By Dave Droschak As executive director of the Apex Chamber of Commerce, David Bohm realizes formal networking…

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Apr 2025

Local Teens Advance to the International FIRST Robotics Championship

Students were recognized for design excellence, competitive play, sportsmanship By Mario Boucher Three local high school robotics teams are headed to the FIRST Robotics Championship on April 16–19, 2025, at…

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Mar 2025

People & Profiles Talk of the Triangle

Get Your Green On: St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations in the Triangle

From pints to parades, here’s where you can celebrate the luck of the Irish in 2025 By Kyle Marie McMahon Whether you’re raising a pint of Guinness, searching for the…