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🗳️ Cast your ballot

It’s election day in Cary and Durham
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Participate in local government by voting in municipal elections.
Today, Oct. 10, is election day for the Town of Cary and City of Durham. Here’s what you need to know about new rules on how to vote in NC — keep this info handy for the next election in Wake County.

Polling locations in Cary and Durham will be open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. — as long as you’re in line by 7:30 p.m., you will be able to vote. Plan ahead by finding your polling place online and check your voter registration status.

NC now requires voters to show their photo ID before voting, so don’t forget a driver’s license or another form of ID like a passport. Voters without an ID can still vote with a permitted exception, including a missing or stolen ID. Check the NC State Board of Elections for more info.

The Town of Cary is voting for mayor and three councilpersons, one at-large and one each in Districts D and B — learn about the candidates via INDY Week. The City of Durham is holding a nonpartisan primary for mayor and three city council at-large seats with a general election on Tuesday, Nov. 7. Durham voters can still register for the November election by Friday, Oct. 13.

On Nov. 7, 12 Wake County municipalities will hold general elections. The voter registration deadline for the November election is Friday, Oct. 13 and can be completed through the NC DMV.
 
Events
Tuesday, Oct. 10
  • Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics | Tuesday, Oct. 10-Wednesday, Oct. 18 | Times vary | Merrimon-Wynne House, 500 N. Blount St., Raleigh | $45 | Listen to a variety of spooky tunes, including iconic horror and thriller movie themes, haunting classical music, and more.
  • The Reunion Tour | Tuesday, Oct. 10 | 8 p.m. | PNC Arena, 1400 Edwards Mill Rd., Raleigh | $50-$190 | Enjoy gospel music live with this stacked lineup including Kirk Franklin and Tye Tribbett.
Wednesday, Oct. 11
  • Fall Charcuterie Design 101 with Raleigh Cheesy | Wednesday, Oct. 11 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Joy Worthy Co., 131 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh | $75 | Make a char-cute fall board of meat, cheese, fruits, and more and learn plating techniques for your fall gatherings.
Thursday, Oct. 12
  • Arcadia by Tom Stoppard | Thursday, Oct. 12-Sunday, Oct. 29 | Times vary | Burning Coal Theatre Company, 224 Polk St., Raleigh | $30 | This play explores certainty and uncertainty by one of the most significant contemporary playwrights.
  • Pine Cone Bluegrass Jam | Thursday, Oct. 12 | 7-9 p.m. | Riparian Provision Company, 1408 S. Saunders St., Raleigh | Free | Head to this circle jam and bring your best bluegrass beats.
Friday, Oct. 13
  • Gabi’s Ghostly Gala | Friday, Oct. 13 | 7-10 p.m. | The Royal Banquet, 3801 Hillsborough St., Ste. 109, Raleigh | $50-$150 | Participate in an auction with Canes tickets, enjoy bites, and explore NC State’s campus with a spooky tour while supporting a good cause.
  • By George - Single Release Show w/ Deaf Andrews and The Layaways | Friday, Oct. 13 | 7-10 p.m. | Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard, 1930 Wake Forest Rd., Raleigh | $15-$145 | Celebrate the release of this Raleigh band’s new single “Love in a Machine” while enjoying pizza + brews.
  • Travis Scott Utopia Tour Presents Circus Maximus | Friday, Oct. 13 | 8 p.m. | PNC Arena, 1400 Edwards Mill Rd., Raleigh | $55-$275 | Attend this legendary rapper’s first of two shows in the City of Oaks.
Saturday, Oct. 14
  • Customer Appreciation Day | Saturday, Oct. 14 | 9 a.m.-6 p.m. | Homewood Nursery & Garden Center, 10809 Honeycutt Rd., Raleigh | Free | Enjoy a fun fall festival featuring special discounts, refreshments, pumpkin decorating, temp tattoos, free pumpkins + pansies for kids, tractor-drawn hayrides + more.*
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Network

Celebrate Midtown Raleigh’s success in style at the 2023 State of Midtown
Slideshow of photos from the 2022 State of Midtown event.
Midtown Raleigh Alliance is made up of a group of citizens, businesses, stores, churches, schools + other supporters of Midtown. | Photos provided by Midtown Raleigh Alliance
The area within a two-mile radius surrounding North Hills has become a hub of commercial and residential activity in Raleigh, distinctive in character + location, with its own sense of place.

So, whether you’re new to NC or have been a Raleigh resident for years, you won’t want to miss the chance to celebrate all Midtown has transformed into (while also finding out what’s next for the growing area).

This Thursday, Oct. 12, Midtown Raleigh Alliance is hosting its 2023 State of Midtown event at the brand new, luxurious Cardinal East Tower in North Hills.

Get treated to a red-carpet experience as you join other locals + business leaders to celebrate Midtown’s success. The affair will feature live music from Irresistible Groove, locally-curated bites, specialty cocktails, and special guest engagements.

Tickets ($75+) are now on sale. Meet you there, Raleigh.
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News Notes
Opening
  • Cannabis cafe Wake n Bakery is hosting a grand opening this Saturday, Oct. 14 at 1213 Hillsborough St. Join this unique high quality spot for gift card giveaways, music, munchies, and more from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Closing
  • Hip American joint Fine Folk will close its doors at the end of October. Take a final visit or two before it closes off Capital Boulevard and keep your eyes peeled for an end-of-service hurrah before the end of the month.
Tech
  • Interactive digital kiosks intended to help residents and visitors explore Raleigh will be unveiled later this fall. These kiosks will guide folks and provide free WiFi, information on social services, an emergency call system, real-time public safety info, and ambient downtown lighting.
Sports
  • Take warning. Tomorrow, Oct. 11, is the Hurricanes’ first regular season match against the Ottawa Senators. Secure your seats for the start of this season to root on the Canes.
Development
  • Senior living facility The Oaks at Whitaker Glen – Mayview is undergoing a $385 million revitalization including 152 additional independent living units. The development will also include a locally inspired coffee shop, pizza spot, sports bar, and a fine dining option run by PruittHealth. (Triangle Business Journal)
Eat
  • Hey Swifties, can’t wait for the Eras Tour movie? Head to Mon Macron in Cary and Raleigh for Swiftie Day on Sunday, Oct. 15 for Taylor-themed sweets and an all-day Swift playlist.
Seasonal
  • The NC State Fair starts on Thursday, Oct. 12, and before you step right up, read up on the fair’s new digital ticket system. Ride ticket cards will take the place of ticket sheets and can be purchased online and in person. Plus, tickets will now roll over to next year’s fair. (The News & Observer)
Try This
  • In case you missed it, we’re running our RALtoday Pumpkin Carving Contest this month, and submissions are open through 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 15. To participate, simply carve, paint, or decorate a pumpkin in a way that is fun for you + send us a photo. Make a submission.
Eat
Wellness
Cause
  • Auntie Anne’s Crabtree and owner Parth Patel are partnering with the American Cancer Society for the Men Wear Pink initiative. Now through Saturday, Oct. 14 a portion of proceeds from purchases at the Crabtree location will go to the American Cancer Society. We’ll take an original pretzel and a lemonade, please.*
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Tech

Send a shark after your compromised data floating around the web
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Surfshark One is a cybersecurity bundle for all-over protection. | Photo by Surfshark
DYK? Online data leaks give hackers an easy opportunity to gain access to your personal information and accounts — potentially leading to financial fraud and identity theft.

That’s why it’s essential to take your cybersecurity into your own hands.

For an easy way to manage it all, consider 24/7 breach monitoring with Surfshark Alert, which keeps you safe with:
  • Real-time credit card + ID breach alerts
  • Instant email data breach notifications
  • Regular personal data security reports
Stop worrying about data breaches — get Surfshark Alert
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The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Allie
From the editor
Can you believe the fair starts this week? My favorite day to attend the NC State fair is Hunger Relief Day, where you can enter for free with a donation of canned goods, happening this year on Thursday, Oct. 19. Give back to the community while having fun and cleaning out your pantry.
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