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🗳️ Ready, set, vote
As long as you’re in line at 7:30 p.m., you’ll be able to cast your ballot. | Photo by RALtoday
Wake up, Wake County — it’s Election Day for the 2026 Primary Election.
Voters will cast ballots today in federal, state, and county partisan races, as well as City of Raleigh municipal contests. Before you head to the polls, be sure to:
The Helping Hand Mission is seeking help from the Raleigh community after a fire destroyed rooms full of donated items at its Rock Quarry Road building on Sunday morning.
Closing
After 14 years in business, For Your Convenience/Gallery 5 is set to permanently close as its owner heads into retirement. Everything in-store is marked down through the end of March.
Festival
No, you didn’t miss the announcement. Details remain sparse about the new music festival slated to replace Dreamville in 2026. Julia Milstead, a public information officer for Raleigh, said organizers are still exploring possible dates. (The News & Observer)
Shop
Koket Boutique is closing up shop on Honeycutt Road. An “everything must go” sale is currently underway, featuring 50% off all fall and winter styles + 25% off spring arrivals.
Outdoors
Calling all early risers. Did you capture the blood moon lunar eclipse this morning? Share your best shot with us. (The News & Observer)
Regional
Wake Forest has been named the hottest suburb in the US. According to moveBuddha, nearly five people are looking to move in for every one who leaves — making it one of the country’s most sought-after towns.
Senior Product Editor Morgan is currently working on canvases inspired by “The Wizard of Oz.” | Photo by 865today
Needlepoint is having a major comeback moment, as more Americans embrace “analog activities” to replace screen time.
Etsy reports searches for “beginner needlepoint items” are up 208% year-over-year, and social media trends like #WIPWednesday (“Work in Progress Wednesday”) encourage needlepointers to share their latest projects and cheer each other on.
If you’re curious about trying it for yourself in Raleigh, here are a few easy ways to join the needlepoint resurgence.
Take a beginner-friendly class
Needlepoint.Com on Hillsborough Street hosts regular intro workshops that include materials and hands-on instruction in the $65 per class fee.
Not ready to commit to a class? Stop by the shop, and the staff can help you pick a beginner-friendly canvas, plus the right threads and must-have tools to get started.
March is Women’s History Month, a month dedicated to honoring the contributions women have made in US history. Know a Raleigh woman who deserves a shout-out in the newsletter? Hit the reply button, and they may be featured in an upcoming edition.
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