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✈️ $12 million for RDU

RDU receives $12 million from federal program, plans major upgrades
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On Thursday, Feb. 15, the federal government awarded over $1 billion to 114 airports with Raleigh-Durham International receiving $12 million from the pot. We’re breaking down how the airport plans to spend it + other upcoming changes.

According to a press release, this $12 million will help fund upgrades to Terminal 2’s security checkpoint, baggage claim, and an expansion of the federal inspection station that welcomes travelers from international destinations. With these upgrades, flyers can expect to get to terminals faster, and when you return, a quicker customs process and better baggage pickup.

In addition to this influx of cash, RDU is spending $40 million on a new canopy outside of Terminal 2, according to The News & Observer. Airport Authority Board members approved a canopy for the drop-off zone to protect passengers from NC rain + sun.

RDU also approved the purchase of six electric buses from Miami Dade Airport, according to Triangle Business Journal.

The airport is also anticipating more changes to Terminal 2’s landside as part of its 25-year master plan, an all-encompassing airport upgrade.

Learn more + navigate your next flight with our guide to RDU. Don’t have a trip planned? Peruse our list of new + existing nonstop flights for smooth sailing flying.
 
Events
Monday, Feb. 19
  • Carolina Hurricanes vs. Chicago Blackhawks | Monday, Feb. 19 | 7 p.m. | PNC Arena, 1400 Edwards Mill Rd., Raleigh | $30-$285 | The Canes will hit the ice against Chicago.
  • Guided Meditation for Deep Relaxation | Monday, Feb. 19 | 7:30-8:45 p.m. | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Raleigh, 3313 Wade Ave., Raleigh | $20 | Join this deeply relaxing meditation focused on stress-relief for your body and mind guided by Rebecca Cooley.
Tuesday, Feb. 20
  • Learn to Speak Dog: Understanding Body Language | Tuesday, Feb. 20 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Learn more about your dog’s body language in this class presented by Wake County Animal Services.
  • Sammy Rae & The Friends | Tuesday, Feb. 20 | 7 p.m. | The Ritz, 2820 Industrial Dr., Raleigh | $25-$75 | Watch this alternative indie artist play songs like “Talk It Up.”
Wednesday, Feb. 21
  • Bianca Del Rio — Dead Inside Comedy Tour | Wednesday, Feb. 21 | 8 p.m. | Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. South St., Raleigh | $40-$50 | This drag queen won “RuPaul’s Drag Race” and is now touring her comedy show covering pop culture and current events.
Thursday, Feb. 22
  • Longleaf Selects: Margaritaville | Thursday, Feb. 22 | 4-10 p.m. | The Longleaf Hotel, 300 N. Dawson St., Raleigh | Price of purchase | Don your tropical apparel and get ready to jam to Jimmy Buffet with a marg in hand for National Margarita Day.
  • Special Event: Tim Meadows | Thursday, Feb. 22-Saturday, Feb. 24 | Times vary | Goodnights Comedy Club, 401 Woodburn Rd., Raleigh | $22-$34 | You know this comedy veteran from “Saturday Night Live” and movies like “Mean Girls” — see him take the stage in Raleigh.
Wednesday, March 13
  • Art in Bloom, Presented by PNC | Wednesday, March 13-Sunday, March 17 | Times vary | North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Rd., Raleigh | $40-$50 | Art in Bloom, presented by PNC, is a five-day floral fundraiser in support of the NCMA. From March 13–17, explore stunning floral designs from across the state + nation.*
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Civic

Your input needed: Help the city develop this new program

Your input needed: Help the city develop this new program
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Hey, RAL: The City of Raleigh needs you.

To address the community’s need for crisis prevention and management, the City of Raleigh is developing an alternative response program that would allow others (not just police officers) to respond to certain 911 calls.

An important part of creating this program is community engagement — so the City is looking for your input, from naming the program to choosing its components.

See all the ways you can get involved and provide feedback.
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News Notes
Coming Soon
Announced
  • A new food hall is coming to Raleigh at the NC State Fairgrounds with year-round service + event spaces. The Midway Event Center will be two stories and close to Dorton Arena and the waterfall, replacing the 70-year-old Lunch Stand. There is no definitive timeline, but the new building may take up to four years. Expect more than just corndogs and funnel cakes, too. (WRAL)
Opening
Cause
  • High schoolers can pick from a selection of free prom dresses on March 2 at the Tarboro Road Community Center. The Say Yes to the Prom Dress event is complete with a live DJ, photo booths, snacks, raffle prizes, and more. You can also drop off dresses for prom-goers in need at five Triangle locations. (WRAL)
Outdoors
  • Sections of the American Tobacco Trail will be closed today, Feb. 19 through April 17 for crews to repair + update several bridges. Read up on specific closures to avoid along the trail, and if you need a new route, we’ve got a City Guide for that.
Shop
  • IKEA announced a second NC location with a twist, according to The News & Observer. This store, also located in Charlotte, will be a showroom with IKEA experts to guide your purchasing decisions + order online directly to your house. If you want to know more about Charlotte, subscribe to CLTtoday, coming this March.
Ranked
  • Business Insider recently named Raleigh + Durham in its list of cities with the best quality of life at No. 13. BI highlighted the 919’s craft brewery scene, top universities, and local museums as key selling points.
Pro Tip
  • Have you explored RDU’s growing dining, drinking + shopping options? Some of our fave reasons to arrive to Raleigh-Durham International Airport early: live music and dining at Whiskey River, coffee and baked goods at La Farm, market-style shopping at Root & Branch. See more dining + shopping options.*
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  • 400,000+. That’s the number of people who start their day with The Dispatch — the newsletter that describes its reporting and analysis as ‘conservative but never partisan,’ with an emphasis on context, depth, and understanding. Subscribe for a 90-day free trial.*
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Sports

🏓 Get your paddles ready

Largest indoor pickleball + golf facility in the US coming to Raleigh
A rendering of Pin Point's pickleball and golf area.
In addition to pickleball and golf, anticipate a pro gear shop, beer + wine, and pre-packaged foods. | Rendering provided by Pin Point
Pin Point, a sports + entertainment concept geared toward pickleball and golf, is coming to Raleigh this summer — this will be the largest indoor pickleball + golf facility in the US, according to Triangle Business Journal.

Located at 2201 S. Wilmington St. near Kane Realty Corporation’s future Downtown South development, the facility will be equipped with 16 pickleball courts, eight golf simulators, a chipping + putting area, and sports bar.

Pin Point will span 71,000 sqft and live on the second floor of an existing warehouse above current residents Mid Atlantic Roofing Supply and Iron Mountain. Pin Point’s trio of owners includes former NC State QB Garrett Leatham, and they each have real estate + contracting experience.

If you haven’t been bit by the pickleball bug yet, check out local courts to get good before Pin Point opens this summer.
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