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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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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Cat George
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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Cat George
A blue archway at the MindWELL Garden.
Travel and Outdoors
Mental wellness educational garden opens at PlayWELL Park
The world’s first children’s health education playground now features a MindWELL Garden Labyrinth to help bridge the gap between nature and mental well-being.
June 26, 2023
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Cat George
A parking meter.
City
Navigating parking in downtown Raleigh
Keep reading for tips, tricks, and local hacks to help you navigate parking like a pro Raleighite in the City of Oaks.
June 26, 2023
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Anne Weber
Gov. Roy Cooper singing Senate Bill 347 into law.
Sports
Sports betting apps are now legal in NC
Gov. Roy Cooper signed House Bill 347, aka the Sports Wagering Bill, into law — making sports betting apps legal throughout North Carolina.
June 23, 2023
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Culture
Celebrating pollinators in Raleigh
National Pollinator Week, which is an annual celebration to raise awareness for pollinator health and ways to help protect them.
June 21, 2023
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Cat George
Kayaks sitting on the edge of a lake.
Events
Raleigh’s summer 2023 bucket list
Want to start planning your summer in the City of Oaks? We put together a list of 18 fun activities, festivals, and must dos to make to most out of the season.
June 20, 2023
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Cat George
A sandwich being lifted in the air.
Food
Eastcut Sandwich Bar is now open at Raleigh Iron Works
Eastcut boasts creative sandwiches and is one of the first tenants to open in Raleigh Iron Works.
June 16, 2023
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Culture
Watch live performances on Make Music Raleigh day
Make Music Raleigh is a free musical celebration featuring concerts across the City of Oaks’ streets, sidewalks, and parks on Wednesday, June 21.
June 15, 2023
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Cat George
The "Past to Present" outdoor exhibit.
Culture
Ways to commemorate Juneteenth in Raleigh
Monday, June 19 is Juneteenth — we gathered eight events in the City of Oaks to honor and celebrate the federal holiday.
June 15, 2023
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Cat George
Gov. Roy Cooper singing Senate Bill 347 into law.
Sports
Sports betting apps are now legal in NC
Gov. Roy Cooper signed House Bill 347, AKA the Sports Wagering Bill, into law making sports betting apps legal throughout NC.
June 14, 2023
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Cat George
A man modeling for Beatniks.
Business
Beatniks: Menswear coming soon to Raleigh Iron Works
We sat down with the owner and founder of Beatniks, a men’s street-style clothing store, opening this fall in Raleigh Iron Works.
June 14, 2023
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Cat George
Nine team members holding a treasure chest during a scavenger hunt.
Business
Office outings to bring the team together
We are providing ways to facilitate team-bonding and fun experiances with 10+ office outings that are sure to bring coworkers together.
June 12, 2023
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Cat George
Three photos of different drinks.
Food
Celebrate local beverage makers and businesses with Drink Up
During July, RALtoday will celebrate beverages and beverage-makers in Raleigh with the Drink Up initiative. Keep reading to find out how to get involved.
June 5, 2023
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Cat George
Three people holding LGBTQ+ flags at Raleigh Pride.
Culture
Where to celebrate Pride month in Raleigh
Celebrate and commemorate Raleigh’s LGBT+ community with Pride month events like panel discussions, Pride parties, and festivals.
June 1, 2023
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Food
Eat around the world at Raleigh’s International Food Festival
Downtown Raleigh’s International Food Festival features cultural entertainment and food and drink vendors representing over 60 countries.
May 30, 2023
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Cat George
A working sundial painted on a tree stump.
Culture
Create your own public art projects
Raleigh Arts can help you create a piece of public art on city property through the Do-It-Yourself Public Art Projects program.
May 25, 2023
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Cat George
The Raleigh Wine Shop facade with a patio and seating.
Food
8 wine and beer clubs to join
Sip back and relax — we’re dishing the details on eight exclusive wine and beer clubs to consider joining around the City of Oaks.
May 24, 2023
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