Guest columnist and Cary author Peggy Van Scoyoc shares a brief history of Cary, NC before 1900 in this first of a three part series.

The First Settlers

Francis Jones, the first white settler, arrived in Cary in 1749. His son Nathaniel eventually owned what is the western half of modern-day Cary. (more…)

Cub Scout Den 7 of Pack 244 at Peace Presbyterian Church

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. They’ve made toolboxes. They even had a trip to the USS Yorktown.

Finally, the Den invited CaryCitizen to talk about publishing a newspaper. We showed the Den how to publish a news story including writing a headline, taking a picture and crediting the sponsors (always important).

When all was ready, everyone put a finger on the entry key and published the story. We met at Peace Presbyterian Church which has long supported the Scouts.

After a lot of hard work, the Den will have their Blue & Gold Banquet this weekend and receive their merit badges.

Thanks to Den 7 for having CaryCitizen!

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Cary, N.C. -  On Saturday, March 13, Bond Park will host the Push the Pace 5K for Pediatric Brain Tumor Research.  Registration can be done on-line or at 9 am on the day of the event – $20 in advance, $25 on Saturday.  The race begins at 10 am.  Each registrant will receive a free t-shirt.

All of the proceeds from Push the Pace will be donated to the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation, founded in 1991.  In years past, children diagnosed with brain tumors would rarely survive to adulthood.  However, now with the right tools, researchers from this foundation are able to develop a better understanding of how to extend the lives of children.  According to the foundation, the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation is the world’s largest non-governmental source of funding for childhood brain tumor research.

Vickie Maxwell contributed to this article.

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This week’s CaryCitizen is sponsored by FrantzForHouse.org.

Cary, NC – Start planning: North Carolinians will be able to save on major appliance purchases while putting $8.8 million in federal recovery funds to work stimulating the economy, cutting energy use and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. (more…)

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. (more…)

Cary, N.C. – Mimi’s Cafe at Cary Towne Center is helping AniMall Pet Adoption and Outreach.   On Tuesday March 16th Mimi’s will be donating AniMall 15% of all sales that are accompanied by this flyer. (more…)

“Life imitates art far more than art imitates life.” Oscar Wilde

Cary, N.C – Oscar Wilde may have been wrong.  At least in the case of Seton McGlennon.  She has made a living of telling people’s life stories through art.  I visited her in her Cary studio this week.

I was greeted at the door like I was visiting my sister, or an old friend.  She was warm, animated, high energy, and full of compelling stories.  The same as her artwork. (more…)

Officer Robert Tonietto of the Cary Police Department at the annual PBA awards dinner. Photo by Tim Reichert.

Cary, NC – 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 “Officer of the Year” award. They provide a fascinating look at policing in Cary. The week, we have the story of Officer Robert Tonietto. (more…)

Photo by Don LaVange

Cary, NC – The Cary Jaycees and Spring Daze Arts & Crafts Festival presents the second annual Amateur Photo Contest [Brochure] for the community.

Everyone can participate, adults and youth.  If you love to take pictures and are not a professional paid photographer, this event is for you. All entries will be displayed during Spring Daze on April 24, 2010 at Bond Park at the Boat House. (more…)

Members of the Cary Photographic group prepare for their Raleigh Show

Photo by Bob Lanahan of CPA

Cary, NC -  Cary Photographic Artists (CPA) will hold an opening night reception March 15th, from 6:30 til 8:30 pm for their collection of photographic art at the Raleigh Convention Center. The show will run through from  May 24, 2010. This is their first large scale show and the first to premier their club to the Greater Triangle area. (more…)