07.06.2023

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51º | Cloudy | 0% chance of rain | Sunrise 7:25 a.m. | Sunset 5:17 p.m.

👋 Hey from the RALtoday team

Meet RALtoday’s City Editors

Allie and Cat stand in front of a field of glass and a silver sculpture in the shape of a tree with their arms out.

Allie and Cat on a (very) sunny day at NCMA. | Photo by RALtoday

Hey folks — City Editors Allie and Cat here. We have the pleasure of providing Raleigh with hyper-local news daily through our newsletter and social media, and we wanted to reintroduce ourselves because we have a new face in town.

Meet City Editor Allie

Q: In 50 words or less, describe your perfect Raleigh day.

A: First, I’d get brunch with friends at Jubala Coffee — complete with a biscuit sandwich and an espresso tonic — and spend the afternoon at the State Farmers Market. Later, I’d catch a flick at a local independent theater and finish my day with a long dinner date at the Stanbury.

Meet City Editor Cat

Q: In 50 words or less, describe your perfect Raleigh day.

A: My perfect day would start with a walk in Fred Fletcher Park with my dog Tucker and fiancé Nick, Iris Coffee Lab latte in hand. Then, we would scooter around town to spots like Edge of Urge and Father & Son Antiques. For dinner, we would most likely end up at MoJoe’s Burger Joint.

At the link below, learn more about RALtoday’s city editors, like how we ended up in the City of Oaks and what we’ve been up to recently around town.

Meet Allie + Cat

Events

Thursday, July 6

The Revivalists + The Head And The Heart | Thursday, July 6 | 6:30 p.m. | Red Hat Amphitheater, 500 South Salisbury St., Raleigh | $45-$200 | Listen to this rock and indie folk band perform live with special guest Jaime Wyatt.
Room 861 at Goodnights: Improv 101 Graduation Showcase | Thursday, July 6 | 8 p.m. | Goodnights Comedy Club, 401 Woodburn Rd., Raleigh | $10 | Graduates of Goodnights’ Improv 101 course will show off what they’ve learned.

Friday, July 7

Live Video Call from a Dinosaur Dig Site | Friday, July 7 | 12-1 p.m. | Nature Research Center, 121 West Jones St., Raleigh | Free | This special presentation is part of a series of live video calls to the NC Museum of Natural Sciences’ team of paleontologists while they work at dig sites across New Mexico, Utah, and Montana to dig up new fossil specimens.
Museum Untold After-Hours | Friday, July 7 | 7-9:30 p.m. | Daily Planet Cafe, 11 W. Jones St., Raleigh | $40-$50 | Explore the NC Museum of Natural Sciences after hours during this two-hour exclusive experience for guests 21 and up.
Taytay Party - Taylor Swift Dance Party (All Ages Show) | Friday, July 7 | 7:30 p.m. | Lincoln Theatre, 126 E. Cabarrus St., Raleigh | $15-$20 | Swifties, shake it off at this Taylor Swift-themed party.

Saturday, July 8

Balloon Bash Scavenger Hunt | Saturday, July 8 | 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | Moore Square, 201 S. Blount St., Raleigh | $0-$32 | Collect balloons through challenges in downtown Raleigh during this family-oriented scavenger hunt.
Fenton Makers Market | Saturday, July 8 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Fenton, 201 Fenton Gateway Dr., Cary | Free | Head to Fenton to shop from a market of 35 local artist booths and listen to live music.

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News Notes

Edu

Wake County Public School System launched a new visitor management system, which will go into effect Tuesday, July 11. The new system will screen visitors’ backgrounds to help keep students safe. (WRAL)

Coming Soon

Durham-founded Rise Southern Biscuits is opening a location in Cary’s Waverly Place shopping center. This will mark the 10th NC location for this biscuit, chicken, and donut spot. (Triangle Business Journal)

Sports

Support NC Courage and USA goalkeeper Casey Murphy and defender Emily Fox in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup with a live viewing of the USA vs. Vietnam match on Friday, July 21. The Moore Square event will have knockerball, soccer challenges, food trucks, and a beer garden.

Cause

The Loading Dock is hosting the final vote for the Doing Others Good Gala nomination. The three finalists are The Great Raleigh Cleanup, Note in the Pocket, and Children’s Home Society of North Carolina. All proceeds raised from the gala on December 8 will go to the winning local non-profit.

Real Estate

A new development in Oberlin will have 22 homes listed in the $2 million range with up to 5,000 sqft. Work on the homes began in May, and the first homes will be ready early 2024. The development’s homeowners association will take care of landscaping and upkeep in the neighborhood. (Triangle Business Journal)

Ranked

WalletHub ranked Raleigh No. 19 overall on its list of Best-Run Cities in the US. The list was determined by each city’s quality of services and efficiency. Raleigh ranked No. 13 for its quality of service including education, health, and safety.

Beauty

Calling all brides — if your bachelorette or wedding is on the books, it’s time to schedule your suntan. Oak City Sunless specializes in custom spray tans (and they’ll come to your home). Pro tip: Browse fellow bridal looks for inspo.*

Featured Deal

One Medical is offering a 30-day free trial. Adults + kids of all ages can enjoy seamless access to comprehensive care at their four locations in Brightleaf Square, Cary-Fenton, North Hills, and Raleigh’s Village District. Use code TRY1MRDU to snag the deal.*

Home

For the rest of the month, Air Experts is offering $25 off any AC or plumbing repair. Snag the deal.*

Learn

Refrigerant leaks can be hard to identify because they’re invisible. Here’s five signs you might have one.*

Shop

If you’re looking to buy a new pair of sunglasses this summer, you’re in luck. Our online store (Six & Main) has you covered with a variety of polarized, floating sunglasses… that’s right they float in the water. Find your perfect pair now.

Answered

🌭 Is Raleigh home to the best hot dog?

Two hot dogs with chili and mustard next to a glass bottle of Coca-Cola.

Don’t miss the “hot weiners” at this iconic Raleigh spot. | Photo by RALtoday

Reader Thomas S. responded to GVLtoday’s hot dog roundup and praised Raleigh’s The Roast Grill for their grilled — not boiled — hot dogs with classic homemade toppings, steamed buns, and absolutely no ketchup. Thomas called this spot the “best place for a genuine hot dog,” and we have to agree.

The Roast Grill has been slingin’ dogs since 1940. This hole-in-the-wall serves glass bottle sodas, homemade Greek baklava, and classic flattop-grilled dogs. Pro tip: Look for the iconic “Hot Weiners” sign + bring cash.

Independence Day might be over, but we can still get excited about hot dogs all summer.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Allie

From the editor

Folks, this weather has got me beat. I’m ready to head to one of Raleigh’s pools on a sunny day or take advantage of these rainy day ideas. At the very least, I’m going to keep drinking Raleigh’s excellent water.

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