Raleigh

Is The Southern Accent Fading In Raleigh?

Shawn Wen and Frank Stasio — Wed, 15 May 2013 15:27:37 +0000

It’s no secret that Raleigh and other parts of the Triangle have changed drastically in the past decades. But new linguistic research shows that along with social and industrial change, the Triangle is seeing its Southern accent fade.

Six Street Pianos Coming To Raleigh For Artsplosure

Laura Candler — Wed, 15 May 2013 14:30:00 +0000

All the world’s a stage. Or, at least Downtown Raleigh will be for the next two weeks, as six pianos have been placed there outdoors for anyone to play. The decorated instruments are set up in public locations around the city as a part of Artsplosure, Raleigh’s annual visual and performing arts festival, and passersby of any skill level are encouraged to give them a go.

Raleigh Development Flourishes Thanks To Resilient Economy

Gurnal Scott — Wed, 15 May 2013 11:44:42 +0000

Raleigh city officials have plans for several new residential developments in the middle of the capital city. They say it's part of their master plan to entice not only new residents but new business downtown.

It is also an indication that Raleigh is doing well economically. City Planning Director Mitchell Silver says residences that are on the drawing board or under construction are geared toward not just urban professionals, but families.

Top Raleigh Chef Takes The National Stage As A James Beard Award Finalist

Shawn Wen and Frank Stasio — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 15:26:34 +0000

To Ashley Christensen, a restaurant is not just a place where you sit down to eat. It’s an entire concept. She carefully plots an immersive experience for her diners.

The Life And Times Of Sir Walter Ralegh

Frank Stasio and Shawn Wen — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 16:05:25 +0000

Sir Walter Ralegh has never set foot in North Carolina. He’s certainly never seen the city that was named for him. But there he is. Airports and cemeteries bear his name; statues of his likeness are all around town. Why does Ralegh have such a hold on the popular imagination?

Host Frank Stasio will try to parse fact from fiction with his guest Christopher Armitage, a professor of English and comparative literature at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Armitage is working on a book, “Literary and Visual Ralegh: Writings of and Visual Reproductions of Sir Walter Ralegh” (Manchester University Press).

Raleigh Planners Working For A 'Walkable' Capital City

Gurnal Scott — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 09:38:48 +0000

Raleigh city leaders are planning a more pedestrian-friendly city for the future. Planners have been drafting a new unified development ordinance. They say the guidelines in it will transform parts of the city with development that will encourage less travel by car to get around.

Raleigh Appoints 1st African-American Woman Police Chief

Laura Candler — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 17:09:41 +0000

City Manager J. Russell Allen announced today that he has named Cassandra Deck-Brown to be Raleigh’s new Chief of Police. Deck-Brown has been serving as Interim Police Chief for the Raleigh Police Department since October 1, 2012, when former Police Chief Harry Dolan retired. Prior to being Interim Police Chief, she was the Deputy Chief. Deck-Brown is the first African-American female to hold the position. Her promotion is effective February 1.

What Sets Raleigh Apart From Rest of State? Jobs.

Leoneda Inge — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 14:00:00 +0000

The Raleigh Metro area continues to shine after the recession - despite North Carolina's high jobless rate.

State Lawmakers Elect Leaders

Jessica Jones — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 20:58:00 +0000

State lawmakers convened in Raleigh today for the official first day of the 2013 legislative session. In the Senate, lawmakers re-elected Republican Senate President Pro Tem Phil Berger for another two years. In the House, Speaker Thom Tillis- also a Republican- will also serve for two more years. He told lawmakers he's looking forward to this session.

Future Raleigh Cathedral Has its Windows

Will Michaels — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 17:27:00 +0000

The Catholic Diocese of Raleigh is buying 42 massive stained glass windows for a future cathedral. The church plans to build the Holy Name of Jesus cathedral on 35 acres of land on Western Boulevard. Crews are removing the 85-year-old windows from a church in Philadelphia that closed down in October. Raleigh Diocese Bishop Michael Burbidge grew up in Philadelphia and became interested in the windows when he heard the church was closing. Monsignor David Brockman says the windows show major events in the life of Jesus.