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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Flowers displayed on a piano.
Events
Floral-inspired events to celebrate Art in Bloom
Enjoy fun events leading up to the NCMA’s annual fundraiser event.
February 27, 2023
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Cat George
A new apartment building, The Signal, in Seaboard Station.
Development
Phase one of Seaboard Station is almost complete
We have the latest updates on the $500 million development next to William Peace University.
February 27, 2023
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Cat George
Adults standing in front of mountains.
Culture
Activities for 50+ in Raleigh
Find resources and new ways to explore the City of Oaks as a 50+ year old resident.
February 24, 2023
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Cat George
A sunset over water with docks and trees.
Play
The ultimate road trip to Beaufort
Hit the road — we’re sharing all the details about what to do and eat, plus where to stay.
February 23, 2023
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Cat George
Two passports being held in the air.
Travel and Outdoors
Are you prepared to travel? Let’s find out.
From passport renewals to vaccination updates, here are some tips and tricks to know before jet-setting.
February 21, 2023
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Cat George
A plate of fried chicken, collard greens, and lima beans.
Food
6 fried chicken superlatives
We created a finger-licking good round up with some of the best fried chicken in the City of Oaks.
February 21, 2023
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Super Bowl Wings Chef Santiago
Events
Don’t fumble your Super Bowl LVII plans
Where to watch the Super Bowl and grab game day food in Asheville.
February 9, 2023
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Cat George
Two plates of barbecue and sides.
Food
Pig out at these 3 new barbecue joints
Midwood Smokehouse, The BBQ Lab, and Longleaf Swine are heating up Raleigh’s barbecue scene.
February 9, 2023
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Cat George
A black and white photo of The Governor's Mansion.
History
The history of the North Carolina Executive Mansion
The mansion welcomed its first governor in January 1891.
February 9, 2023
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Cat George
A couple cheersing two champagne flutes on a rooftop.
Culture
Last-minute local ideas for Valentine’s Day
From flowers and happy hours to meteor showers and local boutiques, we’ve got a few ideas to make your Valentine’s Day special.
February 9, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
A pink and red bouquet of flowers.
Culture
Where to buy creative Valentine’s Day bouquets
Surprise your Valentine with an arrangement from a local florist.
February 7, 2023
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Cat George
A 28-inch pepperoni pizza.
Sports
Don’t fumble your Super Bowl LVII plans
Prep your get-together locally or head to a watch party for the big game.
February 7, 2023
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Cat George
Local Girl Scout Troop 171 poses for a photo.
Food
Where to find Girl Scout cookies in Nashville
Need to order s’more Do-si-dos?
February 3, 2023
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Skylar Webb
Hearts hovering over locations in the Raleigh skyline.
Culture
We want to hear your Raleigh love story
Have you found love in the City of Oaks? We want to know about it.
February 3, 2023
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Cat George
Troop 5132 of the Girl Scouts of Southwest Texas picking up an initial order of cookies.
Food
Here’s where to find Girl Scout cookies locally
Will you be picking up a box of Thin Mints or Caramel deLites?
February 3, 2023
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Cat George
A map showing priority retail eligibility for the Storefront Uplift Grant.
Development
DRA increases efforts to enhance Fayetteville Street
Eligible businesses are able to apply for more Storefront Upfit Grant funding.
February 1, 2023
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Cat George
A flight of beers paired with Girl Scout cookies.
Food
Where to find Girl Scout cookies around Raleigh
Don’t worry, there’s enough Do-si-dos, Peanut Butter Patties, and Caramel deLites to go around.
February 1, 2023
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Cat George
Champagne and a desert on The Willard Rooftop.
18 Valentine’s date ideas in Raleigh
From pink ravioli to champagne and dessert pairings, we’ve got your Valentine’s plans covered.
January 30, 2023
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Cat George
A side-by-side comparison of Raleigh Iron Works then and now.
History
The history of Raleigh Iron Works
This mixed-use development is rooted in Raleigh’s past.
January 26, 2023
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Jars with "Bring it Back Jar" logos with dried fruit inside.
Food
Bring your jars back to Weaver Street Market
The co-op is reducing its single-use packaging by using reusable glass jars.
January 24, 2023
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Cat George
A wall of different teas.
Food
Create a get well soon basket locally
Stock up on these local immune-boosting, feel-good finds.
January 20, 2023
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Culture
Play “Would You Rather” with us, Charleston
We want to know your answers to this Charleston-themed game.
January 19, 2023
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Alexandra Garian
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Events
2023 Lunar New Year Celebrations
Celebrate the Year of the Rabbit locally.
January 18, 2023
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Cat George
A large, stocked fridge.
Food
Chef Vivian Howard is bringing two more smart fridges to Raleigh
Viv’s Fridges are stocked with restaurant-quality items that are ready-to-eat or ready-to-heat.
January 18, 2023
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Cat George
The sun setting on the downtown skyline.
Culture
Play “Would You Rather” with us
Tap into your inner middle schooler to play this nostalgic, Raleigh-themed game.
January 10, 2023
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Cat George
A spread of vegan dishes on a table.
Food
15 health-conscious restaurants in Raleigh
The City of Oaks is packed with vegetarian, vegan, and other healthy restaurant options.
January 6, 2023
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Cat George
A bar with non-alcoholic options
Food
Bars that serve creative mocktails in Raleigh
Who said alcohol-free drinks have to be boring? Try mocktails in Raleigh all year long for a refreshing drink, sans spirits.
January 4, 2023
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Cat George
Meg Paradise in from of her Umbrella Dry Bar booth.
Food
Meg Paradise is opening a dry bar in Raleigh
Umbrella Dry Bar will feature zero-proof wine and beer, mocktails, a bottle shop, tasting bar, and event space.
January 4, 2023
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Cat George
Inside Dose Yoga's studio.
Culture
Meet your New Year’s resolutions in Raleigh
The biggest step in completing your New Year’s resolution? Show up.
December 21, 2022
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Rilee Delgado
Holiday lights in someones yard.
Culture
Self-guided tours to the Triangle’s best holiday light homes
Try two different driving tours around the Triangle.
December 16, 2022
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Trevor Peters
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