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Join The Line and your Western Wake neighbors for a summer night meetup at the new Life Time Alston Town Center, 6-8 p.m. August 20!
Join The Line for a Summer Night Meetup at Life Time
Join The Line and your Western Wake neighbors for a summer night meetup at the new Life Time Alston Town Center, 6-8 p.m. August 20!
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While not thrilled about it, Morrisville leaders seemed accepting of future plans for a regional bus rapid transit route that will circumvent the town.
BRT ‘or Nothing at All’: Western Wake Bus Rapid Transit Route Will Bypass Morrisville
At a work session last week, Morrisville leaders seemed accepting of a Wake County bus rapid transit route that will circumvent the town.
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Roy Moore and the town agree Fire Station 1’s future should honor its past. But how much of the 70-year-old building can be salvaged, and what it could become, are to be determined.
Apex Plans to Close a Volunteer-Built Downtown Fire Station. A Retired Firefighter is Leading a Campaign to Keep It Open.
Roy Moore and the town agree Fire Station 1’s future should honor its past. But how much of the 70-year-old building can be salvaged, and what it could become, are to be determined.
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The new coffee shop and gaming lounge will open August 4 in Holly Springs.
New Third Place, The Perch, Blends Coffee, Games, and ‘Intentional Presence’
The new coffee shop and gaming lounge will open August 4 in Holly Springs.
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Pine Springs Preparatory Academy, an independent charter school, will have its inaugural ninth grade class starting this fall, nestled among Holly Springs’ growing biotech companies.
The Newest High School in Holly Springs is in a Surprising Location–An Office Park
Pine Springs Preparatory Academy, an independent charter school, will have its inaugural ninth grade class starting this fall, nestled among Holly Springs’ growing biotech companies.
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After creeping north for three years, the yellow-legged hornet has arrived. Both hobbyists and professional beekeepers are gearing up for a fight.
Is North Carolina Ready for an Invasion of Bee-Killing Hornets?
After creeping north for three years, the yellow-legged hornet has arrived. Beekeepers are gearing up for a fight.
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Look ahead with this monthly feature of Cary, Apex, Morrisville, Holly Springs, and Western Wake County events.
The August Planner: Top Events in Western Wake
In August 2026, top events include outdoor music events, movies, crafts, and a series of 150th celebrations for the town of Holly Springs.
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The town council voted to table a resolution that would allow the Raleigh Housing Authority to purchase the 340-unit community and maintain it as workforce housing.
Cary Town Council Rejects Proposal to Keep Amberwood at Lochmere Affordable Housing
The town council voted to table a resolution that would allow the Raleigh Housing Authority to purchase Amberwood at Lochmere.
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The highly-anticipated independent bookstore opens Tuesday, bringing books, local goods, and a community-first vision to Downtown Cary.
New Downtown Cary Bookstore, Juliet Books, is Ready to Write Its Story
The highly-anticipated independent bookstore opens Tuesday, bringing books, local goods, and a community-first vision to Downtown Cary.
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Wake Tech is planning to relocate its Western Wake campus to Veridea in Apex to connect local residents to employment opportunities near the massive planned mixed-use development.
As Veridea Development Takes Shape, Wake Tech Plans Campus Near Growing Industries
Wake Tech is planning to relocate its Western Wake campus to Veridea in Apex to connect local residents to employment opportunities near the massive planned mixed-use development.
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With two board members vacating their seats, and four seats on the ballot, the school board could get a shakeup.
Who’s Running For Wake County School Board in 2026
With two board members vacating their seats, and four seats on the ballot, the Wake County school board could get a shakeup.
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Officials estimate RTP 3.0 will house 45,000 residents in the coming decades, creating a new community close to the size of Holly Springs and Fuquay-Varina.
‘Making a City’: RTP Marks Launch of Mixed-Use Redesign
Officials estimate RTP 3.0 will house 45,000 residents in the coming decades, creating a new community close to the size of Holly Springs and Fuquay-Varina.
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Additionally, an internal report commissioned by the town recommends ways for the council to minimize risks in the future.
Following “Really Bad” Findings in State Auditor’s Report, Cary Leaders Commit to Improving Oversight and Accountability
Following “really bad” findings in the state auditor’s report, Cary leaders commit to improving oversight and accountability
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New temporary public art pieces by Lisa Gaither are popping up around Downtown Cary in celebration of 50 years of the Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival.
Take an Art Scavenger Hunt
New temporary public art pieces by Lisa Gaither are popping up around Downtown Cary in celebration of 50 years of the Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival.
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A new report details exorbitant spending by town officials and a toxic workplace culture under former manager Sean Stegall.
State Auditor’s Investigation: Cary Staff Spent $24 Million in Two Years Under Former Town Manager
A new report details exorbitant spending by town officials and a toxic workplace culture under former manager Sean Stegall.
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BREAKING: A new report from the office of State Auditor Dave Boliek details exorbitant spending by Cary town officials and a toxic workplace culture under former manager Sean Stegall.
The Salem Streetscape project aims to make the main downtown thoroughfare more pedestrian-friendly. But recently, construction has discouraged foot traffic, leaving some businesses facing dipping sales.
“Fighting the Perception”: Apex Wants You to Know Its Downtown Businesses Are Open
The Salem Streetscape project aims to make downtown Apex more pedestrian-friendly, but recent construction has discouraged foot traffic.
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Over the next 18 months, the plan, called Wake at Home, will provide funds to help move people into housing at a total cost of $22 million.
Wake County Introduces Initiative to Move 400 People Living in Encampments Into Permanent Housing
The plan, called Wake at Home, will provide funds to help move people out of encampments and into housing at a total cost of $22 million.
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Hayaa Hyder takes her popular mobile drinks cart, Mazay ka Matcha, all across the Triangle.
Character Studies: Hayaa Hyder, the Barista Blending South Asian Flavors with Traditional Matcha
The Morrisville-based barista Hayaa Hyder takes her popular mobile drinks cart, Mazay ka Matcha, all across the Triangle.
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Discover how unexpected careers like BioMechatronics are transforming Western Wake’s future, connecting students, educators, and employers to create life-changing opportunities while fueling the region’s growing life sciences economy.
The Career I Never Saw Coming
Discover how unexpected careers like BioMechatronics are transforming Western Wake’s future, connecting students, educators, and employers to create life-changing opportunities while fueling the region’s...
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Many residents displaced by the impending sale of the Cary mobile home park received assistance, but some face difficulties with the loss of a long-standing community
Following Move-Out Deadline, All Former Chatham Estates Residents Have Housing
Following move-out deadline, all former Chatham Estates residents have secured housing, but displacement from a community brings challenges.
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The highly anticipated bakery in Downtown Apex, at the corner of North Salem and East Chatham Streets, is now open.
Groovy Duck Bakery Opens in Apex. Here's What to Order First.
The anticipated bakery in Downtown Apex is now open. It’s the second location for Groovy Duck, which has been in business in Raleigh since 2012.
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Morrisville was named one of 10 All-America Cities for its efforts to meet its growing population through community engagement.
Morrisville Named All-America City for Civic Engagement Efforts
Morrisville was named one of 10 All-America Cities for its efforts to meet its growing population through community engagement.
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The town says just 3% of Hilltop Needmore Town Park’s 140-plus acres will be developed and no other suitable sites exist to meet growing demand for youth sports. Residents opposed to the plan are suspicious.
Fuquay-Varina Is Moving Forward with Controversial Plans to Build Ball Fields in a Popular Natural Space
Fuquay-Varina is moving forward with controversial plans to build ball fields in Hilltop Needmore Park in a popular natural space
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Opponents of the deal pointed to a profit motive and urged Wake County Commissioners not to sign off on it; WakeMed providers and executives said Atrium could bring needed resources.
Advocacy Groups Speak Out Against WakeMed’s Proposed Merger with Atrium
Opponents of the deal urged Wake County Commissioners not to sign off on it; WakeMed providers said Atrium could bring needed resources.
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Cary is bringing back the ultimate schoolyard sport. Registration opens soon for the pilot season.
New Cary Adult Kickball League is Bringing Recess Back
Cary is bringing back the ultimate schoolyard sport with a kickball league. Registration opens soon for the pilot season.
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Discover the Wake County ice cream makers flavoring summer treats with oolong tea, Cheez-Its, churros, good old-fashioned North Carolina strawberries—and more
Sundae Best: The Ultimate Guide to Wake County Ice Cream
Discover the Wake County ice cream makers flavoring treats with oolong tea, churros, good old-fashioned North Carolina strawberries—and more
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In July 2026, top events include Fourth of July celebrations, America’s 250th anniversary events, family dance parties, free outdoor music, and more.
The July Planner: Top Events in Western Wake
Look ahead with top events for July in Cary, Apex, Morrisville, and Western Wake County.
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The Cary Town Council passed its fiscal year 2027 budget after months of deliberation and public input following the longtime former town manager’s resignation.
Cary passes $573 million budget focused on staff, safety, and reversing years of underinvestment
The Cary Town Council passed its fiscal year 2027 budget after months of deliberation and public input following the longtime former town manager’s resignation.
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By adding a bookstore, food, and more event programming, new owners of The Arcane plan to enhance the popular Downtown Cary third place.
The Arcane Books and Speakeasy Moves into The Williams House in Downtown Cary
By adding a bookstore, food, and more event programming, new owners of The Arcane plan to enhance the popular Downtown Cary third place.
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