Harold’s Blog: Quasi-Judicial Hearing & Concerns
Cary, NC — With the exception of one day, this was a light week. Read more
Education: Bill Fletcher February Newsletter
Wake County, NC — Thoughts for February 2015 from Bill Fletcher, Member Wake County Board of Education. Read more
Choosing a Caregiver: Why I Wrote About It
Cary, NC — Haley Gray, author of Choosing a Caregiver: Expect the Best and Know How to Ask for It, understands the emotional and physical challenges that can arise when trying to care for an aging parent. Here, she tells her own story, shares her wisdom, and explains why she chose to write a book about the topic. Read more
2015 Guide to Valentine’s Day in Cary
Cary, NC — A lot of people think Valentine’s Day is corny, but the holiday isn’t just for people in relationships. I’ve always embraced February 14 as a day to treat myself and those I love with care. Whether you’re single or not, Cary is the place to enjoy several “luxurious” events that simply celebrate a day all about love. Read more
Academy Street Construction: What to Expect
Cary, NC — April 2015 marks the groundbreaking for infrastructural and aesthetic improvements to Academy Street, Downtown Cary’s main thoroughfare. This week, Kyle Hubert, engineer and project manager for this estimated $10 million endeavor, shared with citizens the project’s timeline, construction plans, and measures that are being taken to reduce disruption. Read more
How To: Build a Terrarium
Cary, NC — I like to think of terrariums as magical miniature forests contained inside a glass bowl or vase. They add a colorful, unique, and beautifully natural element to your indoor decoration. The best part? They’re fun and simple to make. Read more
Spring 2015 Fashion Trends
Spring fashion trends previewed with Arlene Goldstein of Belk
Raleigh, NC — For most people, the middle of January means snow shoveling, sweaters, and heavy coats. But, in the world of fashion, Spring is just around the corner. On January 20, 2015, CaryCitizen was invited to meet with Belk Store’s trend forecaster, Arlene Goldstein, for a sneak peek at the trends for the Spring 2015 season. Read more
Weekend: Daddy-Daughter Dance & the Circus
Cary, NC — There is quite a bit going on in Cary this weekend! Don’t miss the Cary Police Dept. take on the Invasion basketball team, a Daddy-Daughter Dance, a Mardi Gras Kickoff, Downtown Cary’s “Food & Flea Market,” and an event all about chocolate. And, did you know that the circus is coming to town?
Morrisville Chamber Hands Out Annual Awards
Lindsey Chester, center, poses with her award alongside Vanessa Jenkins (left) and Carlotta Ungaro (right).
Morrisville, NC — The Morrisville Chamber handed out a slew of awards at their 24th Annual Banquet on Friday, January 30, 2015. Among the winners was Lindsey Chester of CaryCitizen, who was named 2014 Ambassador of the Year. Read more
Food: A Family-Friendly Valentine’s Day Dinner
It’s easy to make a special Valentine’s Day meal for your family.
Cary, NC — When I was a little younger, before the days of dates and boyfriends, my mom would always prepare a special Valentine’s Day dinner for our family–complete with festive pink food. With a little bottle of red food coloring and a lot of love, you can do the same thing. Read more