Part 9 in the Cary Parks series.
Cary, NC – For the soccer lovers in Cary (and there are many), Davis Drive Park is a familiar destination. Rarely during daylight hours are one of the four soccer fields unoccupied. But there’s more to this park than just soccer. Read more
Story and photos by Hal Goodtree.
Morrisville, NC – The Town of Morrisville dedicated a Civil War marker on Friday, commemorating the Battle of Morrisville, quite possibly the last engagement of the Civil War.
On Friday evening, Morrisville Mayor Jackie Holcombe and Town Council dedicated a Civil War historical plaque in front of the entrance to Town Hall.
The Battle of Morrisville, April 13-15 1865, is actually classified as an “engagement.” Union troops, rolling west from capturing Raleigh, shelled the Morrisville railroad junction. Confederate troops fought a delaying action with cavalry and infantry as they tried to evacuate wounded soldiers as well as supplies to the west. The Page House in Morrisville, recently designated a Wake County Historical Site, still has bullet holes and artillery scars in the brick chimney from the battle.
The Battle of Morrisville may have been the last official engagement of the Civil War. Confederate General Joe Johnston was in contact with Union General William T. Sherman, setting the stage for their April 17th meeting at Bennet Farm in Durham and the largest surrender of rebel forces during the War. Lee had already surrendered at Appomatox and Lincoln was dead.
The marker, dedicated on the 147th anniversary of the engagement, now officially puts Morrisville on the North Carolina Civil War Trail, as well it should be.
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Story by Hal Goodtree.
Cary, NC – This week, our S.T.E.M. (science, technology, engineering and math) video series gives robots a rest and examines ferrofluids, fascinatingly magnetic liquids. Kids of all ages will find this one interesting and inspiring. Read more
Lindsey Chester edits the Calendar of Events. Photo from U.S. Fish & Wildlife.
Cary, NC – An outstanding assortment of events on the Calendar this weekend in Cary, with pro soccer and basketball, a poetry festival, a dentistry clinic, something to do with ferrets and much more.
Story by Audrey Pettit, first published in the Journal of Garden Supply Company. Photo above by Hal Goodtree. Other photos from Garden Supply.
Cary, NC – They say that growing a healthy, lush green lawn in North Carolina can be a bit of a challenge. But two basic lawn-management practices can make or break the success of your yard. Read more
Story by Matt Young. Photo by Kim Cofino.
Cary, NC – Wheat beers are seen everywhere these days. They are low hopped (as in “not bitter”), tasty – often banana-y, straw-colored and generally hazy gold in color. Herewith, just in time for Spring, is my guide to enjoying the pleasures of wheat beers. Read more
Cary, NC – This season, a new jazz series is coming to Booth Amphtheatre in Cary. It’s called Hob Nob Jazz and showcases a new, intimate way to hear music in Cary.
5 shows, every Wednesday starting April 25. Five bucks each.
All music and seating will be on the Crescent – the huge covered deck the spans the back end of the amphitheater behind the lawn. Get tickets to all five shows for $20.
The line-up features some of the best-known local and regional artists.
To purchase tickets, visit BoothAmphitheatre.com.
Enjoy this informal performance by Peter Lamb and some of the Wolves . You can also see this clip on Vimeo.
Story by Lindsey Chester. Photo by Evan Long.
Cary, NC – For several years, Dr. Allan Acton of Cary Family Dental has held a smile makeover contest, whereby the deserving winners received a free dental makeover. This year, his office has decided to open up their services on a first-come, first-served basis for free services on Saturday April 14, 2012. Read more
Story from staff reports. Photo by Hal Goodtree.
Cary, NC – Lots of exciting stuff going on at the Cary Chamber of Commerce in the next few weeks. Here are a few of the highlights. Read more
Story by Vivien Koronet of Vivien Koronet Interior Designs. Above, Kartell Bubble Club Sofa designed by Philippe Starck, available from SmartFurniture.
Cary, NC – It looks like warm weather is here to stay, and creating a colorful, eye-catching outside space for family and friends will allow you to appreciate the mild North Carolina temperatures so much more! Read more