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World of Bluegrass to bring $9.9 to local economy

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Nancy McFarlane: “Bluegrass enthusiasts and Raleigh businesses alike are celebrating news that our city will host the World of Bluegrass Convention and Music Festival, September 23-29, 2013. The event is expected to draw 16,000+ and is expected to charge our … Continue reading

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Every child deserves a world class education

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Nancy McFarlane: “Earlier this week I visited Conn Elementary in East Raleigh. I learned so much talking with 3rd graders at Conn who posed thoughtful, insightful questions. Every student in Wake County deserves access to a world-class education. New businesses … Continue reading

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Raleigh’s creativity shines at Redress Eco-Fashion Show

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Nancy McFarlane: “I was thrilled to give the welcome Friday night at Redress Raleigh Eco-Fashion Show held at CAM (Contemporary Art Museum)! This is exactly what we should be supporting in Raleigh – local artists, collaborative communities and sustainable business … Continue reading

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Investing in Raleigh

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Nancy McFarlane: “Raleigh is a great place to buy a home and receive a return on the investment. Our city’s economic stability is a product of solid planning and targeted investments in education, infrastructure and community resources. These elements create … Continue reading

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Our tree canopy represents Raleigh’s brand & identity

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Bill Padgett is typical of Raleigh’s tree fans. Retired from N.C. State, he serves on one of the city’s Wade Avenue Citizens Advisory Council and on the board of Trees Across Raleigh. “One of the big pleasures of Raleigh is … Continue reading

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Raleigh is the fastest growing city in North Carolina 2010-2011

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“Fast-growing suburban areas have been hit harder by foreclosure, while rising gas prices and “livability” are attracting people to the cities. One of the things that has happened with this great recession is the re-emergence of cities,” Debbage said. “I … Continue reading

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Annual White House Easter Egg Roll

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Nancy McFarlane: “Today my family and I participated in the Annual White House Easter Egg Roll on the South Lawn. It was a beautiful day to represent Raleigh at our nation’s capital. I met dozens of people from across the … Continue reading

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Raleigh City Farm needs your support

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Raleigh City Farm: “Raleigh City Farm is an urban farm startup growing food made from local rain, local compost, and local sunshine. We believe that every city needs an urban farm to reduce waste, improve our health, and deepen the … Continue reading

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Method Park playground get’s a makeover!

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The renovated Method Park Playground opened on March 13, 2012. Raleigh Parks and Recreation partnered with CVS Caremark (All Kids Can) and Boundless playgrounds to create an all inclusive playground where children and adults of all abilities can learn and … Continue reading

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Racing the Cure – Our community matters

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In March 2012 our community really showed up in loving support of Racing the Cure to benefit Oliver Gant and other kids and families bravely fighting cancer. A job well done by Jane Hoppen with St. Baldrick, Jedidah Gant – … Continue reading

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