Feb 15, 2012 | Events, Parks & Rec, South West Raleigh
Even though the Historic Yates Mill County Park has only been open for less than six years, Yates Mill dates back to the early 1800’s and is the only gristmill still standing in Wake County. Throughout the mill’s history it changed ownership about a dozen...
Feb 14, 2012 | Economic Development, Neighborhood, South West Raleigh
Many folks that commute along Lake Wheeler Road may be curious about the new development under construction off of Lineberry Drive. The four-story apartments and club house are framed and roofed, the stone pillar entrances are taking shape, and parts of Lake Wheeler...
Feb 13, 2012 | Education, South West Raleigh
Young people made up a good portion of the crowd that gathered at the Chavis Community Center on Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. on January 30 for the dedication of the Raleigh College Center. Many were eager to learn how to get into college and how to pay for it. The...
Feb 9, 2012 | Events, South West Raleigh
Guest post by Brook Powers Counselor and Wellness Coach A Weight Loss Challenge is a great way to learn safe and effective methods for health and weight loss, while building camaraderie and being motivated by a little healthy competition… and a cash prize....
Feb 9, 2012 | South West Raleigh
If you haven’t been to Centennial Campus lately, you’re missing out on a few things. First, the new Hunt Library is taking shape and is slowly turning into the center of campus. It looks very impressive from the outside and I’d love another tour of...
Feb 8, 2012 | Innovation, South West Raleigh
For those who don’t have time to start a blog, but have something to say Update: Agenda has been posted for February 25. Maybe you’re tempted sometimes to blog about a favorite topic like politics, yoga classes, local artists, or cycling routes, but don’t want...