Jerry Miller didn’t start out to be an artist, it just turned out that way. But his pen and ink drawings of town history lay a fair claim to making him the Artist Laureate of Cary.

Cary, NC – If you’re a fan of jazz, you might want to mosey on over to the Chatham Street Cafe on Saturday evening between 6 and 9 to catch a set of the MPS Trio, one of the area’s premier jazz combos.
Fronted by pianist Michael Pelz-Sherman, the trio plays jazz from classic to contemporary [...]

Cary, NC – Diamante, one of the leading Latino arts and culture organizations in the state, has announced La Feria del Libro, the Latino Book Fair, set for May 22, 2010 at the Town of Cary’s Bond Park Community Center. La Feria del Libro aims to highlight Latino writers in the state and to promote a love of reading. The event, co-sponsored by the Mexican Consulate, The Town Of Cary Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources and J&L Publications will feature…

Cary, NC – As part of their work to earn a Bear Badge, Den 7 of Pack 244 met with the Editor of CaryCitizen. The Den has worked on the badge for much of the school year, studying knots, fire safety, fitness, flag raising and etiquette, cooking and the law of the Pack.

Cary, NC – Good news for rock fans out of Koka Booth Amphitheatre this week – REO Speedwagon and Pat Benatar will split the bill at a show here on Thursday, September 2. Tickets go on sale this Friday.

Cary, NC – Readers of Go Local have asked us to mention Circus and now is as good a time as any. Circus has an old time, down-home charm you just won’t find in out-parcel chain restaurants.

Cary, NC – Recent vehicle break-ins have been solved thanks to the investigative efforts of the Town of Cary Police Department. Derek C. Holland, 23, of Cary, North Carolina, has been charged with one count Felony Larceny, four counts Breaking and Entering a Motor Vehicle and two counts Misdemeanor Larceny. He is being held at the Wake County Public Safety Center.

Last week, the Cary PBA held its annual awards dinner. Chapter President Randy Byrd has kindly forwarded the stories of five officers who were nominated for the George Almond award and they provide a fascinating look at policing in Cary. The week, we have the story of Officer Robert Tonietto.

Cary, NC – Lochmere Swim & Tennis (LSTC) announced this week that they had received a loan from Wachovia to allow them to open for the summer season.
This is great news for club members, residents of Lochmere and the kids who swim on the club team.

Morrisville, NC -Tucked behind some buildings off Dominion Road in Morrisville is a small gym that’s making a big impression across America. It’s Tri-Force Jump Rope, the home of Saltare. In case you missed our previous coverage, Saltare is the first jump rope crew to compete on MTV’s hit show America’s Best Dance Crew. How did a small gym in an industrial park leap onto the big stage?