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The Bunch of Jerks are back 🏒

The Canes are No. 3 in NHL power rankings
The Carolina Hurricanes hockey team huddle and celebrate on the ice.
Be part of the loudest house in the NHL. | Photo by Jaylynn Nash + Carolina Hurricanes
Take Warning — hockey is back and the Canes are ready to storm the NHL.

Carolina is ranked No. 3 in the power rankings for the upcoming season, and ESPN has them as the No. 1 most promising team over the next three seasons. But back to the present. The Canes beat the Florida Panthers 4-3 during Saturday’s home preseason matchup.

Last season, the Hurricanes were eliminated from the Stanley Cup Playoffs by the New York Rangers after losing 6-2 in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference semifinals. As the Canes look to compete in their 25th Anniversary Season, they will debut black as their primary home jersey color + a new, vintage-inspired uniform.

In addition to new threads, the team retooled in the offseason, bringing in two all-star players in defenseman Brent Burns and forward Max Pacioretty. Unfortunately, Carolina lost center Vincent Trocheck to the Rangers.

Opening night of the Canes’ 2022-23 NHL season is on Wed., Oct. 12, where they will take on the Columbus Blue Jackets on home ice at 7 p.m. Buy tickets.

We can’t wait to hear the loudest fans in hockey back in action + see how far the Canes go this season — with high hopes of another shot at the cup.

Here are 10 home theme nights to plan ahead for (and get loud at) this season:
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Today
  • Hurricanes vs. Blue Jackets | Mon., Oct. 3 | 4 p.m. | PNC Arena | $20+ | Watch the Canes take on the Columbus Blue Jackets in preseason play. 🏒
  • Death Cab for Cutie | Mon., Oct. 3 | 7 p.m. | Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek | $25+ | Listen to this rock band perform songs from their new album Asphalt Meadows.
Wednesday
  • Katherine Blanford | Wed., Oct. 5 | 8 p.m. | Goodnights Pop-Up Club, 511 Woodburn Rd. | $20+ | Watch this comedian + co-host of the podcast “Cheaties” spill confessions of a nanny. 🎙️
Thursday
We have a monthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.

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Step up your home decor game with 3 trending tips 🏠
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Never underestimate the warmth a little texture can add to a room. | Photo via Pexels
Rattan furniture: Out. ❌
Statement walls: In. ✅

Try maximizing your curb appeal and home value with these 2022 home design + decor trends:
  • Statement walls are here to stay. Think: shiplap, subway tile, and bright accent walls.
  • Your guests (and the planet) will thank you when you incorporate outdoor spaces and eco-friendly landscaping.
  • Neutral exterior colors + natural finishes provide a welcoming curb appeal to any home. Gray, stained wood, and beige are frontrunners this year.*
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Weather
  • 62º | Cloudy | 20% chance of rain ☁️
Community
  • It’s not too late to apply to be a vendor for the Falling for Local festival at Dix Park. If you’re a locally-owned business, sign up to set up shop for the family-friendly event on Sat., Oct. 15.
Sports
  • Last weekend, the No. 10 NC State football team traveled to SC to take on No. 5 Clemson. The Wolfpack fell to the Tigers 30-20. NC State’s next contest is against Florida State at home on Sat., Oct. 8 at 8 p.m. Get tickets. 🏈
Drink
  • Hi-Wire Brewing is taking over The Raleigh Times Bar’s taps for First Friday on Fri., Oct. 7. There will be 10 Hi-Wire brews on tap (plus a surprise sour beer), live music from The Jacob Harshman Project + local vendors to shop from. 🍻
Real Estate
  • Raleigh’s median monthly rent price went down in September. According to Apartment List, the median price for a two-bedroom apartment fell from $1,525 to $1,402 a month. (WRAL)
Seasonal
  • Wake County is hosting family-friendly spooky activities all October at Harris Lake County Park. The month-long Harris Spook-tacular will feature events like a Spooky Soiree + a Pumpkin Carving Wagon Ride. 🎃
Cause
  • In the wake of Post-Tropical Cyclone Ian, consider volunteering at one of these 30+ organizations around the Triangle. We recommend getting your hands dirty with Raleigh Cleanup to help rid our city of excess trash that may have been blown around by strong winds. 🚮
  • Swim Across America, a non-profit for swimmers helping fund cancer research, clinical trials, and patient programs, is hosting a charity swim at UNC on Sat., Oct. 8. This event raises funds for the UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center. Register to swim or volunteer.
Plan Ahead
  • How about a night at the museum? The NC Museum of Natural Sciences announced the return of its Adult Nights (21+) series. On Fri., Oct. 28, dance beside the dinosaurs, explore rare museum oddities, play games, listen to live music, and sip on themed cocktails. Purchase tickets. 🦖
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Test your Canes knowledge 🧩
A crossword with 11 letters down, seven letters across, six letters across.
Did you get all three? | Graphic by RALtoday
Let’s play a game of crossed words. Today’s game is dedicated to the Caniacs. We’ll throw you a puck with these hints:

Across
  • No. 1: Two words; the Carolina Hurricanes’ 2022-23 team captain.
Down
  • No. 2: The Canes’ original name, from 1972-1979.
  • No. 3: The Canes’ mascot.
Click the button below to submit your best guesses.
GAME ON
THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Cat.

Editor’s pick: Last weekend, I popped into The Raleigh Times Bar to grab a seasonal Cobbler cocktail. While I was sipping on my fall drink, I watched staff members transform the middle bar into a spooky hideout (I even got to help a little).

Go check it out yourself, if you dare. 💀

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