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Six of seven light and technology art installations are now brightening cold Downtown Cary nights.
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Downtown Cary Glows With Temporary Public Art Installations
GLOW temporary public art pieces from Academy Street Artwork Projects can be found while strolling in Downtown Cary.
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January 21, 2026 at 10:47 PM
Six of seven light and technology art installations are now brightening cold Downtown Cary nights.
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January 21, 2026 at 9:59 PM
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To kick off 2026, The Line asked a few leaders in Cary, Apex, and Morrisville to share their community-wide resolutions. Our first subject is Wendy Peele, vice president of the Morrisville Chamber of Commerce. Here's what Wendy had to say:
January 21, 2026 at 4:24 PM
To kick off 2026, The Line asked a few leaders in Cary, Apex, and Morrisville to share their community-wide resolutions. Our first subject is Wendy Peele, vice president of the Morrisville Chamber of Commerce. Here's what Wendy had to say:
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Dan Ault, an assistant town manager and chief innovation officer who had worked for the town since 2016, resigned from his role on January 8.
Another Member of Cary’s Senior Management Team Departs Town Government
Dan Ault, an assistant town manager and chief innovation officer who has worked for the town since 2016, resigned from his role on January 8.
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January 19, 2026 at 8:40 PM
Dan Ault, an assistant town manager and chief innovation officer who had worked for the town since 2016, resigned from his role on January 8.
With a large community table, bar seating, its proximity to Downtown Cary Park and next-door neighbor, the new Mega fitness studio, The Refreshery adds a new gathering space, and healthier drink and food options, to the town’s center.
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The Refreshery Brings Juice and Market to Downtown Cary
With a large community table, bar seating, its proximity to Downtown Cary Park, The Refreshery adds something new to the town’s center.
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January 14, 2026 at 3:21 PM
With a large community table, bar seating, its proximity to Downtown Cary Park and next-door neighbor, the new Mega fitness studio, The Refreshery adds a new gathering space, and healthier drink and food options, to the town’s center.
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In a one-on-one interview with the INDY, Cary Mayor Harold Weinbrecht discussed the former town manager’s tenure, finding consensus on the council about how to move forward, and regaining the public’s trust.
Cary Mayor Reflects on Town Manager’s Resignation: 'I Thought He Was My Friend. How Did I Not See That?'
Cary Mayor Harold Weinbrecht discusses the former town manager’s tenure, finding consensus to move forward, and regaining the public’s trust.
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January 13, 2026 at 4:21 PM
In a one-on-one interview with the INDY, Cary Mayor Harold Weinbrecht discussed the former town manager’s tenure, finding consensus on the council about how to move forward, and regaining the public’s trust.
The book charts former Town Manager Sean Stegall’s accomplishments and his approach to municipal government leadership. Post-resignation, some passages don’t really hold up.
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What Sean Stegall’s Book Says About His Leadership—And What It Cost the Town of Cary
What The Top of The Arc says about the former Cary town manager, Sean Stegall, and detailing the town budget to promote it.
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January 13, 2026 at 2:50 PM
The book charts former Town Manager Sean Stegall’s accomplishments and his approach to municipal government leadership. Post-resignation, some passages don’t really hold up.
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Through a partnership between the Town of Cary and the nonprofit NeighborUp, which provides relief services to residents experiencing housing instability, town officials expect to be able to assist Chatham Estates residents as they seek new housing. www.theassemblync.com/news/chatham...
Chatham Estates Residents Must Relocate. A Town of Cary Program Will Help.
What's next for Chatham Estates mobile home park residents after receiving notice to vacate? The Town of Cary and a local nonprofit will help.
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January 9, 2026 at 3:26 PM
Through a partnership between the Town of Cary and the nonprofit NeighborUp, which provides relief services to residents experiencing housing instability, town officials expect to be able to assist Chatham Estates residents as they seek new housing. www.theassemblync.com/news/chatham...
This year, the segment of Salem Street from West Chatham to Saunders streets will transform with new streetscaping and a new gathering space. It’s part of a master plan for Downtown Apex adopted in December 2019.
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Downtown Apex Project Will Transform Salem Street
Salem Streetscape project will add landscaping and more pedestrian-friendly features. Construction starts in February.
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January 8, 2026 at 9:03 PM
This year, the segment of Salem Street from West Chatham to Saunders streets will transform with new streetscaping and a new gathering space. It’s part of a master plan for Downtown Apex adopted in December 2019.
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Join us to celebrate the launch of The Line, a new source of local journalism in Western Wake County that connects you with civic info, cultural updates, events, and conversations about the place we call home.
January 6, 2026 at 8:51 PM
Join us to celebrate the launch of The Line, a new source of local journalism in Western Wake County that connects you with civic info, cultural updates, events, and conversations about the place we call home.
Michele Morrow, a Cary resident and 2024 Republican nominee for North Carolina’s superintendent of public instruction, is running for U.S. Senate. Learn more here: www.theassemblync.com/news/politic...
December 18, 2025 at 8:48 PM
Michele Morrow, a Cary resident and 2024 Republican nominee for North Carolina’s superintendent of public instruction, is running for U.S. Senate. Learn more here: www.theassemblync.com/news/politic...
It’s nearly 2026, and there are plenty of ways to celebrate in Cary and Apex, from family-friendly New Year’s Eve activities to big bashes.
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New Year's Eve 2025: 7 ideas in Cary and Apex
It's nearly 2026, and there are plenty of ways to celebrate in Cary and Apex, from family-friendly New Year’s Eve activities to big bashes.
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December 18, 2025 at 8:43 PM
It’s nearly 2026, and there are plenty of ways to celebrate in Cary and Apex, from family-friendly New Year’s Eve activities to big bashes.
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At its final regular meeting of the year last week, the Apex Town Council made some modifications to the plans for the Veridea community that will be home to the new N.C. Children’s Hospital.
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Veridea in Apex Will Include New Rec Center, Greenway Trails
The Apex Town Council approved changes to plans for the Veridea community that will be home to the new N.C. Children’s Hospital.
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December 16, 2025 at 7:32 PM
At its final regular meeting of the year last week, the Apex Town Council made some modifications to the plans for the Veridea community that will be home to the new N.C. Children’s Hospital.
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From our partners @indyweek.bsky.social | The Cary Town Council announced town manager Sean Stegall’s resignation and swore in Russ Overton as interim town manager at an emergency meeting on Monday evening.
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Cary Town Manager Resigns Following Concerns Over Spending, Workplace Culture
In an emergency meeting Monday, the Cary town council voted to terminate its contract with town manager Sean Stegall.
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December 16, 2025 at 2:50 PM
From our partners @indyweek.bsky.social | The Cary Town Council announced town manager Sean Stegall’s resignation and swore in Russ Overton as interim town manager at an emergency meeting on Monday evening.
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The Line: Shopping Local
We're making it easy to shop for gifts local. Here are six gift shops in Apex, Cary, and Morrisville with ideas for picks!
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December 15, 2025 at 6:52 PM
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Not sure where to start your hunt for a perfect gift? Here is a sampling of six local gift shops in Cary, Apex, and Morrisville with a broad range of options.
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6 Gift Shops in Cary, Apex, and Morrisville
Here are six ideas to shop local for Christmas or holiday gifts at small businesses in Cary, Apex, and Morrisville.
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December 11, 2025 at 6:49 PM
Not sure where to start your hunt for a perfect gift? Here is a sampling of six local gift shops in Cary, Apex, and Morrisville with a broad range of options.
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From our partners at INDY Week: a challenge has been launched against incumbent U.S. Representative Valerie Foushee, who represents portions of western Wake County. #ncpol
Durham County commissioner Nida Allam will file to run for the seat on Thursday, challenging Representative Valerie Foushee in a near replay of the 2022 race.
The 4th Congressional District Primary Just Got Interesting
Durham County commissioner Nida Allam will run against 4th Congressional District Representative Valerie Foushee in a near replay of the 2022 race.
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December 11, 2025 at 1:54 PM
From our partners at INDY Week: a challenge has been launched against incumbent U.S. Representative Valerie Foushee, who represents portions of western Wake County. #ncpol
Looking for a perfect gift made by local hands? Holiday markets are a good bet for your gift-giving search. Here are eight coming up in Cary, Apex, and Holly Springs.
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8 Holiday Markets in Cary, Apex, and Holly Springs
A guide to holiday and Christmas markets nearby in Cary, Apex, and Holly Springs with local artists and makers.
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December 9, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Looking for a perfect gift made by local hands? Holiday markets are a good bet for your gift-giving search. Here are eight coming up in Cary, Apex, and Holly Springs.
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Looking for a perfect gift made by local hands? Holiday markets are a good bet for your gift-giving search. Here are eight coming up in Cary, Apex, and Holly Springs.
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The Line: 8 Holiday Markets
Looking for a perfect gift made by local hands? Holiday markets near Cary, Apex, and Holly Springs are coming up.
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December 9, 2025 at 6:37 PM
Looking for a perfect gift made by local hands? Holiday markets are a good bet for your gift-giving search. Here are eight coming up in Cary, Apex, and Holly Springs.
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From Christmas parades to holiday lights, festivals to tree lightings, here are a few of the most fun activities and noteworthy events happening in Cary, Apex, Morrisville and Western Wake to get you in the spirit.
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Cary, Apex, Morrisville Holiday Events Guide
Christmas parades, holiday lights, festivals and tree lightings in Cary, Apex, Morrisville and Western Wake to get you in the spirit.
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December 2, 2025 at 6:17 PM
From Christmas parades to holiday lights, festivals to tree lightings, here are a few of the most fun activities and noteworthy events happening in Cary, Apex, Morrisville and Western Wake to get you in the spirit.
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Southern Peak Brewery opened its second location this month in Sweetwater Town Center, a new 45-acre mixed-use development in Apex. The original location, founded in 2016, is just outside Downtown Apex.
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Southern Peak Brewery and more open in Apex's Sweetwater Town Center
Southern Peak Brewery Taproom and Pizzeria and more restaurants are now open in Sweetwater Town Center in Apex. Here's what to know.
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November 20, 2025 at 8:08 PM
Southern Peak Brewery opened its second location this month in Sweetwater Town Center, a new 45-acre mixed-use development in Apex. The original location, founded in 2016, is just outside Downtown Apex.
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Let local chefs and bakers handle Thanksgiving dinner and dessert. It’s not too late to order from these culinary creatives in Cary and Apex.
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Find Thanksgiving Meals To-Go in Cary and Apex
Looking for Thanksgiving dinner or dessert to-go in Cary, Apex, and Western Wake County? Order up these delicious picks.
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November 20, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Let local chefs and bakers handle Thanksgiving dinner and dessert. It’s not too late to order from these culinary creatives in Cary and Apex.
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🗳 Today is Election Day in Western Wake. The Line has your voting toolkit, for the well-prepared and the procrastinators alike. www.theassemblync.com/newsletter/e...
November 4, 2025 at 8:30 PM
🗳 Today is Election Day in Western Wake. The Line has your voting toolkit, for the well-prepared and the procrastinators alike. www.theassemblync.com/newsletter/e...