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We asked our readers to scope out where Whataburger should call home in Raleigh — select your dream location below.
Plus, browse items handmade in North Carolina.
In November 2023, Whataburger President and CEO Ed Nelson said the company is eyeing Raleigh and Charlotte for a potential 2025 expansion of the Texas-based burger chain.
From mosquito repellent to bespoke denim, Raleigh’s business scene is truly inspired.
Tell us which empty building could be used differently.
In an effort to reduce transportation emissions across the US, the Carbon Reduction Program was created in 2021 to distribute $6.4 billion in formula funding over a five-year period.
The 77th annual Raleigh Christmas Parade will march through downtown Saturday, Nov. 18 with Grand Marshal Cam Ward, over 100 local groups, and Santa Claus himself.
Cannonball Music Hall will join Salvage Yard’s lineup in late 2024 and will add music to the entertainment district as well as a space for burgeoning bands.
The NC Chinese Lantern Festival will light up Cary’s Koka Booth Amphitheatre from Friday, Nov. 17 to Sunday, Jan. 14 with more than 40 LED light displays.
Don’t leave your out-of-town guests with nothing to do while they visit the City of Oaks. Our readers gave us restaurant and activity suggestions for every type of occasion — here are some of our favs.
Five local businesses are showing out for the holidays by transforming their space into festive pop-ups featuring creative cocktails, kitschy Christmas decor, and much more.
Little Native Coffee will open in early 2024 next to Boot and Trunk on South Person Street and will give Raleighites near Moore Square a chance to slow down and enjoy.
The $2.5 million project will add to Dix Park’s growing landscape. This creative infrastructure will begin construction early 2024.
Take a look at some of our favorite stories we brought you in 2023 — and learn about how you can keep them coming by supporting RALtoday with the gift of your membership.
City Editor Cat recently popped over to Lake Boone Shopping Center to check out what’s new and coming soon, and to try a few established eateries.
In a nail-biter against the Charlotte Independence, North Carolina FC clinched a win in penalty kicks Sunday, Nov. 5, the first league championship in the club’s 17-year history.
Explore how to bike safely in your community with these tips on cycling laws, shops + maintenance, community making, and more bike tips for Raleigh riding.
Yatai Market, a global-inspired fish market, restaurant, and speakeasy, is now open in Transfer Co. Food Hall celebrating the different types of sea fare.
Thanks to a $100,000 grant from a tech giant, Wi-Fi-enabled benches will be installed in Dix Park. These will foster connectivity and accessibility at the historic park.
November is National Novel Writing Month. Sharpen those pencils — your New York Times Bestseller may be on the charts soon.
Rip up your gift list — it’s time to rethink the holidays.
For eight weeks, Raleigh will get to experience Miami’s luxury Bal Harbour Shops through a new traveling venture called Bal Harbour Shops ACCESS Pop-up.
Take a look at some of our favorite stories we brought you in 2023 — and learn about how you can keep them coming by supporting RALtoday with the gift of your membership.
Shop the most popular gifts of the 2023 holiday season, plus gifts that support small businesses and the best holiday wrapping paper to tie it all up in.
Want to listen to local live music but don’t want to go to a traditional concert? Listen to music, and eat there too — we’ve got five casual local spots to experience live music in Raleigh.
We broke down the Downtown Raleigh Alliance’s quarterly report on the state of downtown. Read the highlights of the Q3 downtown Raleigh report.
Don’t be spooked. Trick-or-treating hours are typically from 6 to 8 p.m. — keep reading for a few pro tips to keep you and your little one safe while collecting candy.
From a small downtown gathering space to a 300-acre $20 million project, the City of Oaks has six anticipated park projects that’ll make you want to explore the outdoors.
Oct. 27 is Black Cat Day. Celebrate felines by adopting from local rescues — or just volunteering and fostering.
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