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2013 Jordan Lake Boat Rentals

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Memorial Day is this weekend. Big thanks to our friend Julie Roland in Pittsboro for updating her Jordan Lake Boat Rentals story for 2013.…

Badge of Merit: 35 Eagles

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Our area has an active scouting culture, with many parents signing kids up in elementary school. But few stick with the scouting commitment all the way to Gold Projects or Eagle Scout status. But Boy Scout Troop #316 at St Andrews Catholic Church in Apex has had 35 members achieve…

Skiing Guide to North Carolina

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I grew up in the Rockies and I can tell you that North Carolina has some great skiing. It’s the Switzerland of the South. Here’s a story about my recent family ski trip to Banner Elk plus a full guide to skiing in North Carolina.…

A Short Ride from Cary: Deep River Sporting Clays

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Imagine a sport that combines the excitement of shooting with the challenge of golf. That’s the idea behind Deep River Sporting Clays. Mark me down as a fan.…

Father’s Day: Thrill or Chill in Chatham County

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Most of Cary is in Wake County. But a small sliver in the northwest corner is actually in Chatham. So we turned to Julie Roland, our favorite correspondent in Chatham County, for a run-down of Father's Day ideas west of Highway 55.…

Railroading: Day Trip to Salisbury

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Two hours by train from Cary, the town of Salisbury, North Carolina is steeped in history and small town charm.…

The Future of Parks & Rec in Cary

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Story by Lindsey Chester. Ms. Chester is a member of the Town’s Parks & Rec advisory board and Associate Publisher of this news source. Cary, NC – Tuesday night in Town Council Chambers, Anne Miller of GreenPlay presented updated ideas for the Town’s Parks and Rec Master Plan. The plan hasn’t…

Event: Summer Camp and Education Expo

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Our friends at Carolina Parent run a great Summer Camp & Educational Fair. This year, the fair is on Sunday, February 19, 2012 right here in Cary.…

A Short Drive from Cary: Top 5 Things to Do in Chatham County

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From crusty pizza to hot air ballooning, biking, hiking and antiquing, here are my Top 5 Things To Do In Chatham County.…

Cary Parks #8: Urban Park

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Nestled on a thin strip of land on the eastern edge of downtown Cary, Urban Park provides visitors a sample of what makes Cary parks great. This aptly named park has lush landscaping, shaded seating, and enough playground equipment to keep both younger and older kids busy.…

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