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Opinion: Let’s Be the “Technology Town of NC” Once Again

Story by Lori Bush, photo by Seth Meranda. Story republished from LoriBush.org.

Cary, NC – It’s happened at the Town already.  It was just a matter of time.  I’m the “techy” one, so I’m used to it.  Yes, I’m now “technical support.” Read more

Facebook for Business: Like, Don’t Shill

Story by Hal Goodtree. Photo by Susan Sermoneta.

Cary, NC – Here’s an epiphany: I can be bent to your will with just a little kindness. Read more

Technology: Predictions for 2012

Story and illustration by Hal Goodtree.

Cary, NC – What would the last week of the year be without a few predictions? Gazing into the crystal ball, here’s what I see for technology 2012. Some of it may surprise you. Read more

Technology: Local Inventor Builds Unique Laser Toy

Cary, NC – What started out as a science club project has evolved into a new product release. It’s Firefly, a unique toy that brings the magic of lasers to children of all ages. Read more

9,000 Computers Refurbished & Donated

Story and photos by Lindsey Chester.

Durham, NC – I first came across the Kramden Institute when they were awarded a grant from the Cary Community Foundation last month. They refurbish used computers and donate them to deserving school-aged kids around the state, using thousands of volunteers in the process. Read more

Business: Content Marketing is the New Buzz

Story by Hal Goodtree. First published on CitizenWebsites.

Cary, NC – Content-marketing is all the buzz. Entrepreneur Magazine says 82% of B2B companies are using it – more than newspapers, TV or search marketing.

We’ve been doing it for our clients for four years. Now I’m going to explain how you can do it, too. Read more

Business: GameTruck Rolls into Cary

Local owners Eric and Lizette Watko of Cary with their first Game Truck

Story by Lindsey Chester.

Cary, NC – GameTruck Licensing, LLC has been awarded a patent by The United States Patent and Trademark for its Method of Entertaining Using A Mobile Entertainment Environment. Read more

Survey Results: Your Digital Lifestyle

Survey edited by Hal Goodtree. Photo by Yutako Tsutano.

Cary, NC – Thanks to everyone who participated in our Digital Lifestyle Survey last week. Some of the results may surprise you.
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Happy Birthday, Statue of Liberty

Story and lead photo by Hal Goodtree. Historical photos from NPS.

Cary, NC – Today, Friday October 28, 2011 is the 125th anniversary of the dedication of the Statue of Liberty. In addition to lots of commemorative events in New York, the National Park Service has activated a Torch-Cam, sharing views from the top with everyone in the world. Read more

Survey: Your Digital Lifestyle

Story by Hal Goodtree. Photo by Yutako Tsutano.

Cary, NC – I’m probably a propeller head. I read Mashable and use Seesmic and have a Google Plus profile. I have apps on my iPhone and Klout from my Twitter stream. But sometimes it’s just a wee bit over-the-top.

Time for a Digital Reality Check. Help us understand the State of the Digisphere by answering this short survey on Your Digital Lifestyle. All answers kept confidential. We’ll publish the results next week.

Your Digital Lifestyle Survey

If you can’t see the survey here (darn interwebs), you can answer it online at CaryCitizen Digital Lifestyle Survey.