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45+ top brunch restaurants to try in Raleigh
Raleigh restaurants, cafes, and diners serving up all the eggs, pancakes, mimosas, and other brunch favorites you want to eat.
March 10, 2026 11:00 AM
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Sports
Here’s where we’re watching UNC vs. Duke this Saturday 🏀
February 27, 2023
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A new apartment building, The Signal, in Seaboard Station.
Development
Phase one of Seaboard Station is almost complete
We have the latest updates on the $500 million development next to William Peace University.
February 27, 2023
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Cat George
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The ultimate road trip to Beaufort
Hit the road — we’re sharing all the details about what to do and eat, plus where to stay.
February 23, 2023
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A booth inside Kingfisher cocktail bar.
Real Estate
Craft a Kingfisher cocktail at home
How to make the “Mr. Sweet Potato” cocktail.
February 22, 2023
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Travel and Outdoors
The Triangle Land Conservancy celebrates 40 years
The TLC was founded in 1983.
February 20, 2023
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Scott Crawford inside of Raleigh Iron Works.
Food
Inside chef Scott Crawford’s Triangle expansion
The 2023 Restaurateur of the Year is doubling the size of his company.
February 20, 2023
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Kids play with a bubble machine at Flannels & Frost in Raleigh, NC.
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Bring the whole family downtown for Flannels & Frost
Get those warm + cozy vibes with hot drinks, snow, and more at this family-friendly event next Sunday, Feb. 26, 2023.
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A preliminary rendering of the future of Fayetteville Street.
Development
Reimagining Fayetteville Street
Weigh in on what you’d like downtown Raleigh’s main street to look like in the future.
February 6, 2023
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Anne Weber
A photo of the historic Superintendents House in Dix Park.
Development
The history of Dix Park’s stone houses
A look into what they used to be and what they will become.
February 2, 2023
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Food
Our favorite Triangle Restaurant Week deals
Triangle Restaurant Week is back Monday, Jan. 23-Sunday, Jan 29.
January 13, 2023
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NC Museum of Art to start expansion plan this summer
The NC Museum of Art announced capital projects to revitalize museum spaces, including its outdoor concert venue and the East Building. Construction will span up to three years and galleries will remain open.
May 16, 2025
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What to expect from NCMA’s latest exhibit — Grace Hartigan: The Gift of Attention
The NC Museum of Art is hosting an exhibit by Grace Hartigan that will be available to visit through Aug. 10.
May 15, 2025
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10 mental health resources in Raleigh
May is National Mental Health Awareness Month, so we’re taking a moment to pause and review resources available for the community.
May 13, 2025
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Explore the Got To Be NC Festival this weekend in Raleigh
The Got To Be NC Festival will touch down at the NC State Fairgrounds from Friday, May 16, through Sunday, May 18. Get a glimpse of what to expect.
May 13, 2025
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