View From the Bench: Is Lying Free Speech?

In this story, Wake County Superior Court Judge Paul Ridgeway explains the context of a recent judicial decision that has been in the news. Photo by Mark Fischer.

Cary, NC – I doubt that the words “riveting” and “United States Supreme Court” are often found in the same sentence.   The past several weeks at our highest Court, however, have been riveting for Court watchers and policy junkies alike.   Read more

Events: A Fourth of July Kind of Week in Cary

Story by Brian Schmid and staff. Photo by Harold Neal.

Cary, NC – Independence Day is on a Wednesday this year, but a holiday in the middle of the week is just an opportunity for some good old American ingenuity! Music, fireworks, movies and sports dot the week of the Fourth this year in Cary.  Read more

Weather: Record Setting Heat for Cary

Story from staf reports. Photo by Hal Goodtree.

Cary, NC – Hot enough for you? If not, you’ll enjoy the next five days with record setting heat in excess of 100 degrees. Read more

Music: A Fifth of Blues at Iron Horse on Friday

Story from staff reports. Photo by Brooke Meyer.

Apex, NC – Just a quick note that A Fifth of Blues, featuring CaryCitizen publisher Hal Goodtree on bass guitar, will be appearing at the Iron Horse in Apex on Friday night. Read more

Galaxy Theater: Eviction Notice Hasn’t Stopped the Show

Story and photo by Hal Goodtree.

Cary, NC – Rumors have been swirling about an eviction notice and possible demolition of the Galaxy Cinema in Cary. Those plans are far from certain, but in the meantime, you can show your support by seeing a movie at the Galaxy this weekend. Read more

TowerCo in Cary Cashes Out for Cool $1.45 Billion

Story and photo by Hal Goodtree.

Cary, NC – Break out the champagne for Cary-based TowerCo. They are selling their assets to SBA Communications for $1.45 billion dollars according to The Deal Pipeline. Read more

Cross Currents Fun Run July 7

Story from staff reports. Photo by Z. Smith Reynolds Library.

Cary, NC – Support the arts in Cary at the Cross Currents Fun Run, Saturday July 7 in beautiful Bond Park. Read more

July 4: A Beer Drinker’s Guide to Hops

Story by Matt Young. Photo by Charlie. Read more in our Wine & Beer Series.

Cary, NC – Beer might just be the great Fourth of July beverage. Millions and millions of cans, bottles, glasses and cups will be consumed next Wednesday. But how to explain the difference in taste between a Budweiser and a Duvel Special Edition Triple? Just in time for Independence Day, here’s A Beer Drinker’s Guide to Hops. Read more

Thursday – HoCA at Dorry’s Downtown

Story from Community Contributor Doc Thorne.

Cary, NC – Make plans to attend the Heart of Cary Association’s “What’s Up? Downtown!” networking and membership event at Dorry’s Downtown (211 E. Chatham Street) this Thursday night.

What’s Up Downtown – June 28

The good time begins at 5.30PM and everyone is invited. As always there will be great food, live music, some pretty nice door prizes and, of course, loads of fellowship and fun! So spread the word and come. Better yet, why not bring along your family, friends and associates to meet and mingle, too? It’s a great way to get into your weekend mood one day early!

Our generous sponsors for this event are Westbrook & Associates, CaryCitizen, and Taylor Family Investments. They wouldn’t miss it for the world, neither should you!

Event Details

What’s Up Downtown
Presented by Heart of Cary Association
Thursday, June 28, 2012
Starts at 5:30 PM

Dorry’s Downtown
211 E. Chatham Street
Cary NC
Cost: Free

Kickin Grass Band Concert This Friday – Free

Cary, NC – The Kickin Grass Band makes their debut appearance at The Starlight Concert Series on Friday, June 29, 2012. This  free series of concerts are held on select Friday evenings throughout the summer. Read more