Nov 9, 2011 | Parks & Rec, South West Raleigh
With the Fall season in full effect, it’s a great time to explore a park and see the leaves changing color. Eliza Pool Park near downtown Raleigh is no exception with its vibrant orange, yellow, and red leaves and its large playground and walking trail. Eliza...
Nov 8, 2011 | Economic Development, Events, Neighborhood, South West Raleigh, Transportation
On Saturday, November 5, 2011, neighbors, business owners, and city staff gathered at Peach Road Park to discuss the future of Lake Wheeler Road. The 1.2 mile stretch of road, South of I-40 and North of Tryon Road, had a lot of details to cover and attendees had...
Nov 7, 2011 | Events, South West Raleigh
What a great day to run in Raleigh. The weather was perfect, the new course highlighted many sites in Southwest Raleigh, and the support was awesome. Thousands of runners and spectators gathered for the City of Oaks marathon, Rex Healthcare half marathon, and the Old...
Nov 7, 2011 | Restaurants, South West Raleigh
Southwest Raleigh is home to some of the best restaurants in the area. Each week, Raleigh Specials Tonight will feature a few of these restaurants in Raleigh’s Creative District. Be sure to check here before planning your night out this week. This week we feature The...
Nov 4, 2011 | Events, South West Raleigh, Sports
The Raleigh City of Oaks Marathon and Rex Healthcare Half Marathon is returning to Raleigh’s Creative District for the fifth year—starting and finishing this years race at the NC State Memorial Bell Tower. Come on out to cheer the runners on and help them cross...
Nov 3, 2011 | Events, Restaurants, South West Raleigh
At this weeks Saturday Market, donut chef and owner of Monuts Donuts, Lindsay Moriarty, will be selling a variety of hand-crafted donuts at Rebus Works’ in Boylan Heights, downtown Raleigh. Monuts brings seasonally-inspired and locally-sourced products to the...