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Hillsborough Street is about to get a lot tastier. According to Raleigh Downtown, Raising Cane’s is set to open the second week of January in the former Varsity Theater next to Mitch’s Tavern — with the marquee and all.
Cane’s keeps the menu simple with chicken tenders, fries, coleslaw, Texas toast, sandwiches, and their secret recipe Cane’s Sauce. Just can’t wait to get a taste? Head to the Chapel Hill location on Franklin Street for your chicken fix.
Anime Market | 12-4 p.m. | Fred Fletcher Park | Free
The Toilet Tour | 1-4 p.m. | Various locations in downtown Raleigh | $25
Thursday, Nov. 20
Village District Holiday Open House | 5-8 p.m. | Village District Shopping Center | Free | Visit with Santa and enjoy hot Cocoa, music, and holiday shopping at this free event.*
NC State students may see higher tuition costs soon after the University Affairs Committee unanimously approved a 3% tuition hike for new students. If finalized, this would be the first tuition increase at NC State — or any other UNC system school — since 2017. Next up: Approval by the Board of Trustees and UNC System’s Board of Governors. (The News & Observer)
Community
Have you seen Pinky? A beloved pink stuffed bear has gone missing near RDU, and Raleighites are on the hunt for this well-loved 22-year-old fuzzy friend. Check out the missing poster and call or text Danielle Heitz at 678-778-3408 if you have any leads. (The News & Observer)
Sports
NC State football is heading down south to play No. 16 Miami tomorrow, and for QB CJ Bailey, it’s a homecoming game. Will NC State upset its second ranked opponent this season and improve its ACC record? Tune in to Bailey’s hometown showdown tomorrow at 3:30 p.m. (The News & Observer)
Health
Some Wake County restaurants earned low sanitation scores this month. We won’t gross you out with the details, but you can learn more about the sanitation inspection process that keeps your food fresh + healthy. (The News & Observer)
Read
This profile of Wake County Animal Center’s volunteer photographer, Joanne Wetzel, brightened our day. Wetzel is responsible for the doggy photoshoots you see from the county — read about how she gets dogs to show their personality on camera + sit and stay.
Jobs
The City of Raleigh is hiring, and it could be your next career opportunity. From Signal Shop Manager with Transportation Services to Engineering Manager with Raleigh Water, here are 10 jobs — with $70,000+ salaries — looking for applicants. (The News & Observer)
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Today’s Best voting is in full swing and there’s still time to give your two cents. Remember, you can vote once per day. Share the love and vote for your favorite local businesses.
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Do you need hiring help? We’ve got your back. Post your open roles on our Job Board + get connected with local candidates in no time. Pssst — did we mention it’s free?
Shop
If you’re a Costco shopper, you know about the $1.50 hot dog. But are you in on these other 10 lesser-known hacks all Costco shoppers should know about?*
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Seasonal
🥧 Piles of pies
“Waitress” will feature real pies from Slice Pie Company. | Photo by Slice Pie Co.
You’re gonna need a bigger dinner table. When it comes to holiday dinners, only the upper crust of desserts will do. As you plan your final course, consult this com-pie-lation of local shops baking seasonal sweets.
Angus Barn, 9401 Glenwood Ave. | Most people come here for the steaks, but we can’t wait for dessert. Head to the Pavilion Country Store on special holiday shopping days for the steakhouse’s famed chocolate chess pies and pecan pies ready for your holiday table.
Slice Pie Company, Sugar Euphoria, 606 N. Person St. | “The Pie Lady” has baked for Snoop Dogg, Reba, the Canes, and Jimmy Buffett — and the pies are the real deal. Choose from eight whole pie varieties, including vegan apple and sweet potato.
Yellow Dog Bread Company, 219 E. Franklin St. | Yellow Dog makes the holidays easier with more than just desserts — grab fresh rolls and more homemade baked goods for your holiday spread.
As temperatures continue to fall, we’re leaning into our cold-weather essentials. Here are three we absolutely swear by:
👖 Really good fleece-lined leggings with pockets. The thermal lining delivers extra warmth without compromising on stretch and breathability.
🛌 A top-rated long sleeve pj set for maximum comfort and coziness during fall and winter nights.
✋ A pair of rechargeable handwarmers with three temperature settings and up to 36 hours of battery life. Bonus: They include a portable charging case for power on the go.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
Benchwarmers Bagels will open a third location soon. Where will it be?
The North Hills Innovation District is a $1 billion multi-phase project. | Courtesy of Kane Realty Corporation
It’s North Hills Innovation District. Benchwarmers will be in good company, too — Standard Beer + Food is set to open its second location in the district soon, and Good Graces is serving up cafe bites + apps all day long.
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