Cary’s First Wegmans Now Under Construction
Before Wegmans opens in the Fenton development, the Northeast supermarket chain will open its first store in Cary, and one of the first stores in all of North Carolina.
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Cary’s Role in Desegregating North Carolina Schools
The Supreme Court’s Brown v. Board of Education ruling came down in 1954 but it still took many more years for schools across North Carolina to integrate. As part of a presentation on the Page-Walker Arts and History Center, visitors got to learn about Cary’s crucial role in desegregating schools in the state and bringing students of all races together.
Cary’s First Lidl Preparing for Construction
One of Cary’s planned Lidl grocery stores canceled last year following a candid interview by the company’s then-CEO, but construction is gearing up now on the town’s first of the Germany grocery chain.
Cooking Competition Raises Money for Childhood Development Center
Now in its third year, Cooking for a Classic has brought in funds and attention for the Cary-based Lucy Daniels Center. The latest competition highlights new initiatives at the center and gives participants a chance to win a VIP dining experience.
First Friendship Cup Brings Mexican Pro Team in Double-Header Event
For the first time in two years, a soccer team from Liga MX will compete against North Carolina FC in a double-header with the North Carolina Courage playing a pre-season game as new league champions.
The Great American Songbook Comes to Cary
The Concert Singers of Cary will be performing well-known songs from the early 20th Century’s Golden Age in a new concert with familiar melodies and harmonies.
Town Plans for Historic Cary Sites
Starting in 2018, the Town of Cary has been deciding what to do with three historic sites, both through professional evaluations and citizen surveys. Now, the town has announced its plans, with funding for repairs and restorations on these historic buildings already secured.
Cotton House Craft Brewers Now Open in Downtown Cary
Now open on Academy Street, Cotton House Craft Brewers offers Caryites a place for small batch beers, food and outdoor seating with a stage for live performances.
Morrisville Mayor In National Leadership Role on the Environment
As municipalities across the United States face the challenges of a changing environment and providing natural resources to their residents, Morrisville Mayor TJ Cawley is working to bridge federal and local support as he takes a new national leadership position.
Rising Cary Gas Prices Temporarily Halt as Weather Slows Demand
After gas prices significantly dipped at the end of 2018, Cary drivers saw prices climb back up recently due to crude oil costs and refinery maintenance in the past weeks. However, now with cold weather slowing demand nationwide, local motorists will have a temporary break in prices going up.