Meet the Backyard Winter Birds of Cary
Cary, NC — Bird watchers in the Cary area can enjoy a wide variety of species in their own backyards. Some of these winter birds are migratory and can only be seen here in the cooler months. Read more
Christmas Trees: Real vs. Fake
Cary, NC — It’s December, and Christmas trees are starting to pop up in the homes of many Cary families. Before you dig last year’s artificial tree out of your garage or head to the store to buy one, check out the benefits of purchasing a real Christmas tree instead. Read more
Sustainability at Cary Newest McDonald’s
Gold LEED certified McDonald’s on Walnut Street in Cary.
Cary, NC — Ric Richards, owner-operator of three McDonald’s restaurants in Cary, has made it his business to make his stores as green and sustainable as possible. After all, doing so simply makes good business sense. Read more
Cary’s 5th Annual Paper Shred
Cary, NC — If you are like me, your attic is filled with old financial documents taking up space. If you don’t know how to properly dispose of them, let the Town of Cary help you out at their 5th annual Paper Shred Event on Saturday, November 15, 2014. Read more
Deer Vs. Auto: By the Numbers
Cary, NC — With deer season among us, Wake County drivers can’t afford to be anything other than careful and alert during our evening commutes. Read more
Operation Medicine Drop this Saturday
Cary, NC– The Town of Cary will host its biannual Operation Medicine Drop on Saturday, September 27, 2014 as a chance for citizens to properly dispose of prescription, over-the-counter and expired medications, no questions asked. Read more
Solar Roof Tiles Come to Cary
Cary, NC — Everyone has seen rooftop solar panels. But how about solar roof tiles? Don Hyatt, a homeowner in Cary, has one of the first installations of solar roof tiles in the area. I talked with Don about the green modifications he’s made to his house and received some insight on how to make green energy manageable. Read more
Crocheting Totes from Plastic Bags
Cary, NC – Even if you bring your own “green bags” to the grocer, chances are you still collect many plastic bags every week when you shop. Maybe you use them on your dog walks, or you bring them back to the store to recycle. Donna Walker sees an opportunity to make up-cycled tote bags out of plastic yarn. Read more
They’re Back – Bugs Attack Hemlock Bluffs
Cary, NC- Several years ago, the hemlocks at Cary’s Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve were threatened by an invasive pest. They are called Wooly Adelgids, and they are back. Read more
Learn About Drinking Water Issues at Forum
Cary, NC — Are you concerned about the quality of the drinking water in Wake County? Wake UP Wake is hosting a forum on June 18. 2014 to foster discussion surrounding issues that can affect the water we drink. Read more