Cat George

Cat George

Managing Editor

Catherine (Cat) is a Chesapeake, VA native who moved to Raleigh, NC in 2017. With a background in journalism, marketing, and PR, she has created digital content for over eight years. When she isn’t writing or journaling, she enjoys spending time with her family, walking her dog Tucker to the NCMA, grabbing lattes from local coffee shops, and connecting with local business owners.

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Events
Raleigh’s fall concert lineup is music to our ears
The City of Oaks has a stacked fall concert lineup featuring a wide-range of talented artists like the Jonas Brothers, Shania Twain, the Eagles, and Lil Yachty.
August 23, 2023
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Cat George
A view of a body of water surrounded by a portion of the Vanderbilt Legends Club course as the sun is rising.
Travel and Outdoors
Tee it up at these Nashville golf courses
Whether you’re a weekend warrior or the next Tiger Woods, these 19 golf courses in Music City are sure to make for a good round.
August 22, 2023
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Cat George
A Packapalooza sign on Hillsborough Street on NC State's campus.
Culture
Welcome back the Pack at Packapalooza 2023
Throw on your red and white NC State merch and head to Hillsborough Street for the annual Packapalooza street festival on Saturday, Aug. 26.
August 21, 2023
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The facade of Berkeley Cafe, an old brick building.
The iconic Berkeley Cafe is moving down the street
Berkeley Cafe, Raleigh’s oldest music venue, found a new location and will close its current downtown location in October and reopen on South Dawson early 2024.
August 11, 2023
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A person in a striped polo shirt hits a golf ball with an iron down a tree lined fairway at Rose City Golf Club in Portland, Oregon.
Sports
Tee it up at these golf courses around Portland
Whether you’re a weekend warrior or the next Tiger Woods, these golf courses in the Portland area are sure to make for a good round.
August 11, 2023
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The outside of Sylvan Heights Bird Park with lots of greenery.
Travel and Outdoors
Meet new friends on an active adult trip
The City of Raleigh has an active adults program that offers planned day and overnight trips geared toward adults ages 50 and older.
August 11, 2023
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Cat George
A rendering of Rockway featuring "Parkside Coffee."
Business
Take a peek at new renderings for the Rockway Raleigh development
Kane Realty Corporation unveiled new renderings, details, and a new name for its multi-phase development called Rockway Raleigh located near Dix Park.
August 9, 2023
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John and Jeanne Luther making an announcement.
Business
Race to Sola to help fight ALS at the Hot Mini 5K
Sola Coffee Cafe is hosting its 10th annual Hot Mini 5K with a goal to raise $200,000 for nonprofit organizations that are fighting to end ALS like the Team Drea Foundation.
August 9, 2023
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Cat George
Someone touring an apartment kitchen.
Real Estate
New place, new adventure: Raleigh apartment hunting made easy
From cozy flats to luxurious downtown living, City Editor Cat is providing pro tips and 13 of her favorite Raleigh apartments to help you find a fresh start.
August 7, 2023
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Cat George
The Trek CBD facade.
Sponsored
Try This: Shopping is personal at Trek CBD
We recently stopped by Trek CBD, a family-owned natural wellness store that boasts a well-trained, knowledgeable staff and high-quality products. See how our experience went.
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A burger in front of a "Raleigh" sign.
Food
Eat your way through these locally driven food halls
Food halls offer a variety of restaurant concepts and new creations. From traditional Southern cuisine to sushi burritos, these six food halls have it all and are located within an hour from Raleigh.
August 1, 2023
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Food
Opa! Taverna Agora is celebrating 20 years in downtown
Reserve your spot for Greek restaurant Taverna Agora’s 20-year-anniversary bash on the patio featuring a family-style feast, belly dancing, live music, and plate smashing.
July 28, 2023
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Culture
Band Together for this music-filled fundraising event
This year, Band Together NC is partnering with local nonprofit United Way of the Greater Triangle for its annual Mighty Giveback benefit concert with a goal to raise $1 million.
July 28, 2023
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Cat George
A beer.
Business
Check out Raleigh’s downtown development updates
The Downtown Raleigh Alliance (DRA) released its Q2 report, summarizing downtown development updates, business openings, and market trends by the numbers.
July 26, 2023
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Cat George
Bartender Will Bryant with one of his creations.
Food
Will Bryant celebrates one year of The Parlor at Heights House
We sat down with Will Bryant, the manager and mixologist at The Parlor at Heights House, to chat about ingredients, his inspirations, and local hidden gems. Plus, don’t miss this month’s Drink Up special Prosecco & Sorbetto.
July 24, 2023
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Cat George
Ariana DeBose with her Oscar for Best Supporting Actress.
Culture
Ariana DeBose to perform at Theatre Raleigh
Academy Award winner Ariana DeBose is coming to Raleigh Saturday Aug. 26 to perform a benefit concert for Theatre Raleigh.
July 24, 2023
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The NC State Capitol with workers on the roof.
City
What’s going on with the NC State Capitol repairs?
The State Capitol is making several repairs to the building over the summer, including replacing the iconic green-tinted dome and roof.
July 21, 2023
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Cat George
Someone about to walk through security at RDU airport.
Travel and Outdoors
RDU is the fastest growing airport in the US
RDU is growing rapidly in many ways — including passenger traffic, new flights and restaurants, and airport enhancements.
July 20, 2023
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Cat George
A bach party cheersing on the Trolley Pub.
Travel and Outdoors
Last fling before the ring: Raleigh bachelorette recommendations
So you’ve chosen the City of Oaks for your bachelorette destination — we’ve got you covered with fun activities and places to eat and raise a toast.
July 18, 2023
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Cat George
Two orange popsicles on a bed of ice and mint.
Food
How to make Crawford & Son’s savory popsicles
Bar Manager Jordan Joseph’s creative aperitivo popsicle will leave your taste buds singing. Plus, they are easy to make from home.
July 14, 2023
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Cat George
A headshot of Jordan Joseph.
Food
Meet Crawford & Son’s Beverage Manager Jordan Joseph
Jordan Joseph, the talented bev manager behind the bar at Chef
Scott Crawford’s neighborhood restaurant, shares his background, favorite ingredients, and looks to what’s next for Crawford & Son.
July 14, 2023
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Cat George
The owners of Blackbird Books & Coffee in front of their new shop.
Business
Blackbird Books & Coffee: taking flight in City Market
Meet Blackbird Books & Coffee. Sisters-in-law Hannah and Bre Brunswick built a safe space in City Market for folks to explore new reads, drink specialty coffee, and mingle through events.
July 12, 2023
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A crocheted lion.
Business
Buy local products during Amazon Prime Day
Amazon Prime Day is on Tuesday, July 11 and Wednesday, July 12 — before you shop till you drop, add these Triangle products to your Amazon cart.
July 10, 2023
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Cat George
A bartender handing over a fresh drink with lime and mint.
Food
More reasons to Drink Up this July
We’ve got even more exciting Raleigh cocktails and drinks to feature this month as part of Drink Up. Try sangrias, clarified cocktails, specialty beers, and more.
July 7, 2023
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Allie Remhof
People walking through a light and shadow installation at night.
Culture
Art installation to cast shadows in Dix Park
Tessellate, a new outdoor interactive installation, plays with light and shadow and will be on view at Dix Park from Monday, July 24 to Monday, Aug. 28
July 6, 2023
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Allie and Cat stand in front of a field of glass and a silver sculpture in the shape of a tree with their arms out.
City
Meet RALtoday’s City Editors
After City Editor Allie’s first month at RALtoday, we wanted to say hey and get readers reintroduced to the team behind our newsletters and social media.
July 5, 2023
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Allie Remhof
AR Workshop in Asheville hosts corporate events.
Work
Office outings to bring the team together
We are providing ways to facilitate team-bonding and fun experiences with nine office outings that are sure to bring coworkers together.
July 5, 2023
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Cat George
A dog being booped on the nose.
City
Support SPCA Wake to become boop certified
SPCA of Wake County is hosting a Boop-A-Palooza fundraiser, where donors receive a boop certificate, to help raise funds for the shelter.
June 30, 2023
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Cat George
A building that is under construction.
Real Estate
Development update: 1000 Social topped out
1000 Social, Dewitt Carolinas’ first tower in The Exchange Raleigh 40-acre development, topped out in Midtown.
June 30, 2023
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A gif of fireworks over Dix Park.
Events
Fourth of July celebrations in the Triangle
Get ready to roll out your blankets and red, white, and blue apparel to celebrate the Fourth of July in the City of Oaks.
June 28, 2023
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