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NC restaurant earns coveted Michelin Star; several local spots recognized by famed outlet wral.com/lifestyle/food/nc-r…

NC restaurant earns coveted Michelin Star; several local spots recognized by famed outlet

The popular guide announced its "American South" selections Monday night and while only Charlotte-based Counter earned a Michelin Star, other restaurants in the Raleigh area were also honored.

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Weekend Best Bets: NC Comicon, fall festivals wral.com/lifestyle/weekend-b…

Weekend Best Bets: Turkey trots, holiday lights and much more

Enjoy this Thanksgiving week with some fun events!

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PHOTOS: Decorations, costumes show tricks and treats of Halloween 2025 wral.com/photos-decorations-…

PHOTOS: Decorations, costumes show tricks and treats of Halloween 2025

From haunted home decor to cute costumes, share your Halloween photos to see them on WRAL!

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Foodie News: Longtime Raleigh cafe spot gets new life wral.com/lifestyle/food/tria…

Foodie News: Longtime Raleigh cafe spot gets new life

Triangle Food Guy Sean Lennard has information about what's next for the old Sunflower's Cafe space in Raleigh.

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Biltmore Estate's 130th Christmas Tree raising celebrates resilience after Hurricane Helene wral.com/news/state/biltmore…

Biltmore Estate's 130th Christmas Tree raising celebrates resilience after Hurricane Helene

The event pays homage to George Vanderbilt's first Christmas in 1895, with unique decorations and a majestic 35-foot tree, inviting guests to relive a historic festive experience.

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Events planned in the Triangle to observe Veteran's Day wral.com/lifestyle/nc-vetera…

Events planned in the Triangle to observe Veteran's Day

Veteran's Day is Nov. 11. There are a variety of local events observing the day.

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Three tips for shopping at Halloween pop-up shops wral.com/consumer/5onyoursid…

Three tips for shopping at Halloween pop-up shops

Before you grab that last-minute costume at a Halloween pop-up shop this year, the Better Business Bureau has three tips to help you save money.

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100+ events in NC to enjoy this November wral.com/lifestyle/november-…

100+ events in NC to enjoy this November

The holiday season is here and there are a lot of fun events coming up to help you celebrate and shop.

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Chilly temps and mostly clear skies provide a perfect trick-or-treat night wral.com/story/chilly-temps-…

Chilly temps and mostly clear skies provide a perfect trick-or-treat night

Prepare for a spooktacular Halloween with favorable weather ahead. A front will bring rain midweek, but clears out just in time for the thrilling spooky night.

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Blue Ridge Parkway: How to visit and what you can do wral.com/story/blue-ridge-pa…

Blue Ridge Parkway: How to visit and what you can do

The Blue Ridge Parkway is a scenic route that runs 469 miles through 29 Virginia and North Carolina counties.

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The Soccer Tournament will bring international all-stars to Cary through 2029 wral.com/sports/tst-the-socc…

The Soccer Tournament will bring international all-stars to Cary through 2029

The Soccer Tournament (TST), the 7-on-7, all-star tournament with international impact and $1 million prizes, will stay in Cary through 2029, organizers announced Monday.

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When is trick-or-treat this year? Friday, Oct. 31 wral.com/story/when-is-trick…

When is trick-or-treat this year? Friday, Oct. 31

When do trick-or-treaters hit the streets this Halloween? We have the answer for nearly three dozen communities in the region.

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Foodie News: Celebrated chef to make comeback with new RTP restaurant wral.com/lifestyle/food/tria…

Foodie News: Celebrated chef to make comeback with new RTP restaurant

Triangle Food Guy Sean Lennard has the details on James Beard Award-nominated chef Preeti Waas' new project.

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Giant trolls take over Dix Park wral.com/lifestyle/giant-tro…

Giant trolls take over Dix Park

Thomas Dambo has built more than 170 trolls from recycled materials across five continents, including in countries like Denmark, China, France and South Korea.

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Triangle’s cutest coffee shops: Where flavor and community make the perfect blend wral.com/lifestyle/cutest-co…

Triangle’s cutest coffee shops: Where flavor and community make the perfect blend

Whether you’re a coffee connoisseur or just someone who loves to hide out in a cozy coffee shop, the Triangle has some of the best hidden gems that are worth exploring.

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Funnel cakes and belly aches: How to survive fair food season wral.com/news/local/funnel-c…

Funnel cakes and belly aches: How to survive fair food season

Discover the tips and tricks to enjoying fair food without the aftermath. From the best food choices to portion control and hydration, learn how to indulge in your favorite treats at the fair while...

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Foodie News: Gourmet toast restaurant opens in Raleigh wral.com/lifestyle/food/gour…

Foodie News: Gourmet toast restaurant opens in Raleigh

Triangle Food Guy Sean Lennard has a list of new restaurants opening in the Raleigh area.

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2025 NC State Fair: Tips for families with children wral.com/story/2025-nc-state…
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On a budget? Save money at the NC State Fair this year wral.com/lifestyle/family/nc…

On a budget? Save money at the NC State Fair this year

Explore budget-friendly ways to enjoy the North Carolina State Fair this year, with tips on saving money on admission, rides, and attractions.

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Food and ride inspections begin at NC State Fair, which opens Thursday wral.com/lifestyle/food-ride…

Food and ride inspections begin at NC State Fair, which opens Thursday

Food and ride inspections are underway at the 2025 North Carolina State Fair, which runs Oct. 16 until Oct. 26.

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