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A trail at Umstead State Park.
Outdoors
Hiking guide for Raleigh, NC
Check out these 20 hiking trails catered to all skill levels in and around the City of Oaks for outdoor adventures.
March 20, 2023 09:00 AM
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Anne Tate
A family holding funny signs after a 100-mile race.
Outdoors
6 spring races to lace up for in Raleigh
Run, jog, walk, or volunteer for a cause this spring.
March 16, 2023
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Cat George
An intersection of Glenwood Avenue and Spring Street.
History
15+ historic street names in Raleigh
In this guide, we’re diving into the City of Oaks’ oldest streets and how they got their names.
March 15, 2023
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Cat George
A girl and a dog sitting on a blanket in Flowers Field at Dix Park.
Lifestyle
Great spots in Raleigh to work outside
Grab your laptop and enjoy fresh air and sunshine.
March 2, 2023
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Anne Tate
A park in downtown Raleigh in view of the PNC building.
Outdoors
How walkable is Raleigh?
According to Walk Friendly, the City of Oaks has a silver-level status.
March 1, 2023
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Cat George
Adults standing in front of mountains.
Lifestyle
Activities for 50+ in Raleigh
Find resources and new ways to explore the City of Oaks as an older adult.
February 24, 2023
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Cat George
Swift Creek Bluffs Nature Preserve
Outdoors
The Triangle Land Conservancy celebrates 40 years
The TLC was founded in 1983.
February 20, 2023
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Anne Tate
An aisle runs between potted and hanging plants in a covered outdoor market.
Home and Garden
Farmers markets in Raleigh, NC
Pack your reusable shopping bags, because we’ve rounded up six farmers markets around Raleigh, NC.
January 31, 2023
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Vagney Bradley
A conceptual image of the future multimodal I-440 bridge.
City Planning
Walkable Midtown is moving forward
Updates on the waterfront park, new bridges, and greenway connection
January 27, 2023
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Anne Tate
A frame set up in front of a large open field.
Outdoors
33 parks in Raleigh, NC
We’re highlighting the 33 best parks that Raleigh, NC has to offer — complete with playgrounds, trails, and tennis courts.
January 20, 2023
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Cat George
Ski lifts at Sugar Mountain.
Outdoors
7 places to ski, snowboard, and tube near Raleigh
Where to hit the slopes within five hours of the City of Oaks.
January 5, 2023
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Anne Tate
A large greenhouse with plenty of plants and greenery.
Home and Garden
Winter gardening tips for Raleigh
How to prepare your garden and what to plant in the winter months.
January 4, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
Kayaking at Forest Ridge Park
Outdoors
2023 is the Year of the Trail in NC
Whether you want to walk, run, hike, bike, paddle, or ride, there’s a local trail for everyone.
January 3, 2023
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Anne Tate
A historic photo of a snow day on Fayetteville Street.
Outdoors
Historic Christmas Day weather in Raleigh
False fall? Try wild winter.
December 21, 2022
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Anne Tate
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Outdoors
New biking trails will soon open to the public at RDU
Wake County is leasing more than 150 acres for cyclists.
December 16, 2022
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Anne Tate
A blue and red Painted Bunting in a tree at Dix Park.
Outdoors
Lights Out for bird migration
Effective now through Wednesday, Nov. 30, all non-essential lighting in city facilities will be turned off between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m.
November 15, 2022
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Cat George
An aerial view of the skyline in the fall featuring colorful fall trees.
Outdoors
Fall photography contest winner
Drum roll please... 🥁
November 11, 2022
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Cat George
Flowers Filed in Dorothea Dix Park in June 2022.
Civic
Breaking down Raleigh’s $275 million parks bond
Raleighites approved a new parks bond. Now what?
November 10, 2022
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Anne Tate
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Outdoors
8 holiday tree and menorah lightings around Raleigh
It’s tree lighting season around the City of Oaks, so we rounded up eight opportunities to get festive.
November 4, 2022
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Sarah Leonhardt
A large pumpkin in front of a dog wearing a pumpkin on his head.
Outdoors
Compost your pumpkin in Raleigh
Instead of trashing your seasonal porch decor, drop off old pumpkins at a local composting site or compost at home.
November 1, 2022
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Cat George
A dragon lantern at the 2021 Chinese Lantern Festival.
Events
The NC Chinese Lantern Festival lights up the Triangle
Celebrate the Lunar New Year at Koka Booth Amphiteatre.
October 31, 2022
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Anne Tate
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Events
Trot your way to these 6 Thanksgiving runs
Plus, 14 running clubs in Raleigh you can join to get those miles in year-round.
October 27, 2022
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Sarah Leonhardt
A sassy penguin on the Falkland Islands
Arts
A Raleighite is in the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards finals
Two of Jennifer Hadley’s photos are among the 40 finalists.
October 27, 2022
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Anne Tate
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Events
Don’t miss the Pumpkin Flotilla in Cary, NC
Watch as jack-o'-lanterns set sail on Fri., Oct. 28.
October 26, 2022
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Cat George
An altar set up for the Day of the Dead 5K.
Events
The 10th Day of the Dead 5K in Raleigh, NC
Celebrate the Day of the Dead in Raleigh during this annual 5K race.
October 25, 2022
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Anne Tate
A yellow car-shaped bike rack.
Outdoors
Oaks and Spokes reveals a car-shaped bike rack
The new stand is designed to spark conversations in the community about a more sustainable transportation model.
October 20, 2022
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Cat George
People gathering in front of a new bright floral mural at a rooftop bar.
Arts
The Willard reveals “From the Ashes” mural
A new floral mural by local artist Taylor White can be viewed at The Willard Rooftop.
October 14, 2022
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Cat George
A tree changing colors in autumn.
Outdoors
Fall photography contest in Raleigh, NC
From blazing leaves to fall fests, we want to see autumn in Raleigh through your lens.
October 13, 2022
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Staff
A big crowd of people at last years Falling for Local festival.
Events
Your guide to Falling for Local in Raleigh, NC
This year’s festival will feature 40+ eateries, 100+ local makers, and 20+ NC craft breweries.
October 12, 2022
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Cat George
The Phillips Farms sign surrounded by greenery.
Lifestyle
6 places get pumpkins around the Triangle
Fall is here — what better way to celebrate then picking out the perfect pumpkin?
October 4, 2022
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Cat George
A recent bobcat rescue at The Carolina Tiger Rescue.
Outdoors
Meet 4 new felines at the Carolina Tiger Rescue
The sanctuary will soon house eight bobcats.
September 29, 2022
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Anne Tate
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