Morrisville Residents Fundraising for Veterans Memorial
Morrisville does not currently have a veterans monument or memorial but a group of residents are fundraising to build the first one on the Indian Creek Trailhead.
Entries by Michael Papich
As Gas Prices Hit Four-Year Record, What’s the Cause?
This past April, average gasoline prices in and around Cary were about $2.65 per gallon. At the same time, gasoline prices nationwide hit their highest average since 2014.
Cary Resident Celebrates 50 Years of Volunteering
April is National Volunteer Month and one Cary resident took that occasion to reflect on what is now 50 years of volunteer work here in the community.
Cary Photographic Artists Founder Honored with Plaque
Only two Cary artists are remembered with plaques in the artist’s circle in front of the Cary Arts Center. This Thursday, April 26, 2018, that second plaque was unveiled as Bobbi Hopp was honored for her service to the Cary arts community.
Cary Players’ Plaza Suite Blends Relatable Couples with Comedy
Neil Simon’s “Plaza Suite” has long been a celebrated play and movie for its comedic look at dysfunctional relationships. In the Cary Players’ new production, that same comedy and message comes through, even after 50 years.
Downtown Dine Around Shows Off Cary’s Dining Diversity
As Downtown Cary grows, so does its dining options. To highlight the various restaurants and eateries in the area, the Heart of Cary Association is holding its first Dine Around to draw attention to Downtown for the coming week.
Hop On Downtown Cary’s First Historic Trolley Tour
To celebrate the 150th year of the Page-Walker Hotel, a new tour is teaching people the history of Downtown Cary, all from the ease and comfort of a trolley car.
Cary-Based Author Releases Third Tech Thriller Novel
Author E.J Simon has been fascinated with technology and how it can change the world for many decades. In the Cary-based author’s latest book, he draws on recent news stories about hacking and the NSA to create a thriller where, thanks to computers, no one is ever truly safe.
ShakesBEER Returns to Cary with Interactive Comedy and Music
Often, the plays and works of William Shakespeare are presented in a way that is not approachable to most audiences. But a touring comedy show is highlighting the comedy of Shakespeare while also letting audiences enjoy locally brewed beer while they watch.
Triangle Average Gas Prices Higher Than State, Major Metros
The Summer always brings a spike in gasoline prices but this year prices are particularly high, with national prices hitting a multi-year high and the Raleigh-Cary area standing out in North Carolina.