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HEROES 12 A True Calling to Medical Care A Dedicated Nurse Fights COVID-19 Virus, Utilizing Her Deep Faith in God
14 Inside the Emergency Room
‘We Are Resilient and We Will Continue to Adapt and Overcome
16 A Commitment to Public Safety
For First Responders, Work Environment Has Changed – But Not Urgency to Serve
20 O n the Frontlines of the Pandemic A Durham Nurse Fights the Virus At Home – As Well as in New York
22 S till Reaching for the Stars
Dana Copeland Overcoming Obstacles, Despite COVID-19
24 S erving the Community
Travinia Italian Kitchen Works to Feed the Hungry
25 A Really Special Anniversary
Pandemic Forces an Alternative Plan for the 50th Celebration
26 C aring for the Uninsured
People’s Medical Care Works To Care for Those in Need
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34 OPENING THE WORLD
New Opportunities Excite Sanderson High Graduate
50 TREATING EVERYONE RIGHT CORA Physical Therapy Offers Full Spectrum of Treatments
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60 BURKE OUT!
Seeking Adventure? How to Enjoy Burke County…Nature’s Playground
63 A TASTE OF THE OLD SOUTH
Historic Savannah Offers History, Fun and Some Really Good Food
66 BEST MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES? North Carolina Puts Five Towns In National Rankings Top Ten
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Already A Year to Remember
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I doubt any of us will forget this spring of 2020. Conversations twenty years from now will be “where were you when COVID-19 arrived in the United States’. As recently as March 9, 2020 we were entertaining guests of 919 Magazine at a show at the Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts (see story on Page 40). Soon after that, we were on a press trip to Savannah, GA, for our “Outside the 919” series” (see story on Page 63). By Thursday, March 12 a fast moving storm called COVID-19 began its grip on the 919 and our nation – with grocery stores seeing a run on supplies, and those lucky enough to get toilet paper and Lysol wipes were the winners of the day. By the following Tuesday March 17, St. Patrick’s Day events and parades were getting cancelled and shortly thereafter — the schools. For the next two months, the 919 basically shut down. We worked from home, had virtual meetings and could not visit loved ones. The life that we knew was extricated from us like a thief in the night — with little warning or time for preparation. While many of us remained at home as mandated by the stay-at-home order, a segment of the population could not. They were coined “Essential Workers” but we prefer to call them “Hometown Heroes”. I hope you will take a moment to read their stories, and remember that there are many more than just those featured in this special issue. We kick it off on Page 11. Please consider sharing this tribute on our your social media feeds by visiting 919magazine. com and sharing the story link with the hashtag #919STRONG. So how do we stay positive when it seems as if our whole world is coming apart? If things weren’t bad enough as a result of the virus, just as our local 919 businesses were reopening — the senseless death of a citizen in Minnesota occurred that sparked a national outcry and violence in the streets (peaceful protests by many local citizens, and civil disobedience by others) that also affected our already fragile business owners. This year will be a year to remember for so many reasons. The loss of loved ones due to this horrific pandemic. Funerals without family or friends, our graduates without a ceremony or expected celebration, and memories that have been put on hold or cancelled. For the past nine years I’ve been writing to you dear readers. This time, however, I’m asking for you to share your thoughts and insights with me. We will carry your messages throughout the summer. Write to us at info@919magazine.com (subject line: #919STRONG) or tag us on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook. We will get through this together.
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HOMETOWN HEROES During these unprecedented times, our world and our communities — our very souls — are literally consumed by the COVID-19 pandemic: Events with families cancelled, schools abruptly shut down, people losing their jobs...did we even see it coming and the closures this widespread? Our local businesses, residents and virtually every person we know and love has been affected. Our aging parents in retirement homes or communities, cut-off from their loved ones. New buzzwords began to emerge (things we had not used or, or perhaps, even associated with our previous lives). Many of us had friends or relatives affected by the loss of a loved one. Birthdays, Mother’s Day, Easter, fundraising events, graduations, proms, sports – and so much more…simply vanishing. In a matter of weeks the United States went from 11 cases in March 2020 to more than 100,000 dead before May came to an end.
Chilling. Unprecedented. Worrisome. Tragic. But through hope, faith and prayer, we move forward. In our summer issue, 919 Magazine peeks into the lives of just a few of our hometown heroes: Mothers, fathers, sisters, brothers, first responders, teachers, doctors, nurses and more. We admire, thank and salute those among us, who — who in the midst of this world-wide tragedy — continued to work, take care of their families, and exhibit unrelenting courage.
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R EG I STERE D N URSE
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A DEDICATED NURSE FIGHTS THE VIRUS, BASED ON FAITH By G. CLEVELAND KILGORE
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ndurance Ukonwan believes she was called to help those who are afflicted or in peril. A Registered Nurse, she’s been in the middle of the fight of our generation – the fight of her life: COVID-19. “I am proud to have proven the calling of my profession at this critical time,” said Ukonwan, acknowledging that it has been difficult. “Personally, there are times I am overwhelmed; however, my faith in God has kept me going,” she said. “I personally believe in the anointing and the communion — so I take this on a regular basis. I have no doubt that God will keep his covenant with me – my daily belief that even if I get COVID-19, God will not allow me to fall sick. “ Heartening for her is not only her beliefs, but also the trust she has in her team at the VA Medical Center Durham. “We are a great team here at the VA…and I think that matters a lot,” she said. “We check on each other and we are there for each other.” It’s a tense environment, according to Ukonwan. “We have to wear a surgical mask for the entire shift and an N95 mask when caring for a COVID-19 positive patient,” she said, noting that she chose nursing as a profession to make a difference in people lives. “I knew it is not an easy profession because I was a Certified Nursing Assistant for years,” she said. “I did not go into nursing because of the money (believe it or not). I did not go into nursing to be
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I love to be part of healing people; that is what I am called to do. ENDURANCE UKONWAN, RN VA Medical Center Durham
recognized. My patients may not recall my name, but they all recalled my face and care during their sick time. I love to be part of healing people; that is what I am called to do.” Ukonwan also stressed the impact of another nurse, Angela Limthong, who added to her core beliefs and values about caring for others. “She taught me that nursing is not dependent on your race, your accent, or how beautiful you are; rather, it depends on the difference you make on people’s lives,” she said. At home, she must be careful – lest the infection follow her. “I have four beautiful kids at home and an elderly mother,” she said. “As such, I ensure all of my scrubs are bagged in the garage; no hugs when I enter the house from work – only daily multivitamins, herbal drink for immune support.” She remembers one night, her daughter woke up suddenly from a sleep, crying profusely and telling her father to go get me from work — and that she does not want to die from COVID-19. “I must confess that it has been a stressful time for my children,” she said. “When I sneeze, they run away, saying ‘mummy”, you might have COVID-19.” But, despite all this, she never regrets becoming a nurse. “It is a calling! And if Mother Theresa cared for people with leprosy and never contracted it,” she said. “Then I will continue caring for my patients and trusting my God to protect me.”
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My patients may not recall my name, but they all recalled my face and care during their sick time. ENDURANCE UKONWAN, RN VA Medical Center Durham
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‘We are
resilient
and we will continue to adapt and
overcome’ With schools being closed, we have loved being able to spend more time with the kids. In many ways I feel like social distancing has ironically brought families and communities closer together. DR. ‘CHACHY’ WANG, Duke Raleigh Hospital Emergency Room Physician
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oes the COVID-19 virus pandemic have you upset, or worried, or sad or dealing with many varied emotions? All of us are carrying an extra load of anxiety these days – but can you imagine working in the emergency room at a hospital in these hectic times? Dr. Cathay ‘Chachy’ Wang knows things are different now from his own experiences at the front line: He’s an Emergency Room Physician at Duke Raleigh Hospital. “We have had to manage the anxieties of patients, the public, and ourselves due to the uncertainties from COVID-19,” said Dr. Wang. “We have increased our daily communication between our ER providers (and with other departments), with constant active discussions using emails, text messages, and other forms of electronic communication. This allows us to be more proactive and better evaluate and act on the ever-changing guidelines, projections, preparations, resources.” Dr. Wang – a married father of three (triplets) who lives in North Raleigh’s Bedford community – said being prepared helped Duke’s ER team be better providers and kept everyone ready for different potential challenging scenarios. “We prepared for a potential influx of COVID-19 patients,” Dr. Wang said, adding that the Duke team considered possible rearrangements of physical space to limit cross exposure between patients and increase capacity in the event it is needed; stopped using hallway beds; and cancelled elective procedures and surgeries in other departments. “We strive to protect patients and ourselves by utilizing appropriate available PPE, stressed Dr. Wang. “The ER staff is screened for symptoms before the shift, and we all wear masks throughout our shifts.” Personally, as a healthcare provider with constant risk of contact with COVID-19 patients, Dr. Wang abides by socially distancing mea-
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sures so as not to expose people in the general public in the event that he becomes unknowingly infected, adding that wearing masks has become the norm when required to go out into the public. Like most everyone, Dr. Wang’s family has done its best to adjust. “We have spent a lot of family time together and have enjoyed doing more outdoor activities,” he said. “With schools being closed, we have loved being able to spend more time with the kids. In many ways I feel like social distancing has ironically brought families and communities closer together. “ Dr. Wang also noted his children have adapted well to online learning. “Their school and teachers have done a great job,” he said. “We are fortunate that my wife was previously an elementary school teacher, and she has done an amazing job enriching their educational experience. She has kept things fun and positive; she has been the glue of our family. She has even learned to cut our hair!” Dr. Wang’s father was a physician – and, thus, both he and his brother naturally gravitated towards medicine. “It’s spiritually fulfilling and rewarding to be able to help and serve others,” he explained. “I chose emergency medicine due to the variety of patients that are encountered. Emergency medicine naturally has lots of uncertainty so we are built for adapting to new situations. This helped us to be able to prepare for the potential pandemic scenarios.” Moved emotionally by the outpouring of support for healthcare providers from the community and the public, Dr. Wang said he and team at Duke Hospital Raleigh hopes that everyone can continue to stay positive and help each other through these challenging times. “We are resilient and we will continue to adapt and overcome. Hopefully reopening will go smoothly and everyone will continue to be mindful about potential transmission and follow recommended guidelines,” he said. “This has been difficult for everyone and hopefully we all can continue to be kind and empathetic with each other. G. Cleveland Kilgore is a regular writer for 919 Magazine.
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WHILE FIRST RESPONDERS’ WORK ENVIRONMENT HAS CHANGED, COMMITMENT TO PUBLIC’S SAFETY HAS NOT
Q&A
With NWFD Chief Tim Pope
In 1980, at the age of 14, Tim Pope joined his local community fire department as a Junior Firefighter. This year marks 40 years since he started serving his community as a member of its fire service – including 20 years as a Fire Chief. Now as Fire Chief the Northern Wake Fire Department – a sprawling district in North Wake County generally along the I-540 Corridor and Falls Lake – Pope answers questions and provides details on how his department (and his family) are handling the unprecedented impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
changed in NWFD’s work QWhat’s environment since COVID-19?
The work environment of the Northern Wake Fire Department has completely changed. All of our departmental meetings, training sessions and administrative work is basically being completed through our video-conferencing capabilities. We were fortunate in that over the past few years, we had placed video-conferencing capabilities at each of our five stations and were able to adjust to this this new work process fairly quickly. Our administrative staff has been working remotely from home and all of our Risk Reduction programs have been placed on hold. We have been limiting the number of personnel at our stations and have closed our stations to community and family members. From an emergency response standpoint, our personnel are responding no differently than before, with a special emphasis on Personal Protective Equipment such as surgical masks, N-95 masks, gowns and gloves.
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I think COVID-19 has forced people to become more focused on their family, their values and their community, much like it used to be. TIM POPE, Chief Northern Wake Fire Department
has the COVID-19 situation QHow affected personally?
I think COVID-19 has resulted in my family becoming closer, being that much of our down time is now spent together at home and with each other. But there have been challenges. My oldest son returned home from a deployment to Afghanistan with the U.S. Army’s 82nd Airborne. Once he arrived home, he spent 14 days in quarantine. A few weeks ago, he was promoted to Captain. As a family, not being allowed to be there for him, once he arrived back to Fort Bragg and not being able to attend his Promotional Ceremony, was difficult. My middle son graduated from Virginia Tech a few weeks ago. After a successful four years of college, seeing him not being able to experience his college graduation and not being able to share that experience with him and his friends, was challenging. It has also been difficult for my daughter, a rising junior at the University of North Carolina-Wilmington. Like so many other students, having to adjust mid-stream from an on-campus classroom learning environment to a completely online learning process at home was difficult.
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QHow and why did you choose your profession?
Growing up in a rural North Carolina farming community, there wasn’t a lot for a young man to do except work on the farm, go to school, go to church and play baseball. I guess what really got me interested in public service was when I mischievously started a large field/woods fire on a hot, windy, summer day. Members of the community stopped what they were doing that day and came to help their neighbors control the fire, which took many hours. In 1980, at the age of 14, I joined the local community fire department as a Junior Firefighter. This year marks 40 years since I starting serving my community as a member of its fire service, 20 years as a Fire Chief. Like many others in our profession, I have seen a lot of tragedy but I have also seen a lot of good in people. I have also seen the spirit of “community” slowly disappear. Society is so “busy” today and people’s “values” are so different than they were years ago. I think COVID-19 has forced people to become more focused on their family, their values and their community, much like it used to be.
NORTH WAKE FIRE DEPARTMENT CHIEF: HISTORY:
has your team responded QHow to the COVID-19 crisis?
While the fire service spends an enormous amount of time training for “what may happen”, we are never fully prepared for every situation. We work in an environment where we must continually adapt to the situation that we are faced with, while doing our best to successfully mitigate the event safely. I have asked our members to approach COVID-19 no differently than any other emergency call that we may respond to; however more emphasis must be placed on making sure that we wear the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment and follow the appropriate procedures. Our Administrative Team meets on a regular basis and we developed a COVID-19 Operations Plan for the Organization during the on-set of the pandemic. As needed and as the environment changes, we adjust our Operations Plan accordingly.
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Tim Pope Formed on July 1, 2017, when Bay Leaf Volunteer Fire Dept. and Stony Hill Rural Fire Dept. consolidated **
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What Is the Northern Wake Fire Department?
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he Northern Wake Fire Department is a private 501c3 corporation. All citizens that live and own property within the Northern Wake Fire District – which has responsibilities for a wide swath of fire protection and emergency response north (and, in some areas, south) of the I-540 Corridor, from North Raleigh over toward Wakefield and parts of the Wake Forest area. Governed by an elected 14-member Board of Directors – which provides corporate direction and guidance — the fire department is managed by a Fire Chief, and has more than 150 volunteer and career members operating out of the five fire stations surrounding Falls Lake.
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A rapidly growing area, the Northern Wake Fire District is the largest unincorporated area within Wake County, consisting of nearly 80 sq. mi. and more than $7.2-billion in real property value. Over 31,000 residents live in this area of Wake County, with thousands more commuting through the district each day and thousands more visiting the Falls Lake State Park. The department has received a Class 3 Public Protection Classification from the North Carolina Dept. of Insurance, which ensures that all owners of property within five miles of one of the five fire stations, receive a significant reduction in homeowner’s insurance premiums. The Northern Wake Fire Auxiliary, a separate 501c3 corporation, provides support to the Northern Wake Fire Department and it’s programs. While many of the department’s Community Risk Reduction programs have been interrupted by COVID-19 pandemic, the department provides an extensive list of programs throughout the community. For more information, visit northernwakefire.org.
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NWFD STATIONS STATION 1 11713 Six Forks Rd, Raleigh (27614) 919-847-3858* STATION 2 7045 Stony Hill Rd Wake Forest (27587) 919-562-6425* STATION 3 13116 Norwood Rd, Raleigh (27614) 919-848-7954 STATION 4 15633 New Light Road, Wake Forest ( 27587) 919-528-9675 STATION 5 1431 Lynn Rd, Raleigh (27612) 919-870-4345 *These are non-emergency phone numbers.
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Caring for the uninsured
PEOPLE’S MEDICAL CARE WORKS THROUGH COVID-19, PROVIDING FOR THOSE IN NEED By JANIS JAMES
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hese are unique times for Raleigh and the nation – and certainly unique times for medical facilities and health professionals on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic. And one of Raleigh’s more unique health care facilities is responding to ensure patients can continue obtaining services. “The COVID-19 situation has created anxiety for our staff and patients; however, the Board of Directors made a decision of not decreasing any staff hours,” said Sudha Rathie, Practice Administrator at the People’s Medical Care in North Raleigh. “So (to serve to provide care to the patients) the clinic remained open with strict parameters.” The People’s Medical Care clinic opened in 2011, with the mission of serving the uninsured with quality health care. It all began when a few concerned individuals realized the need of creating a hassle free clinic, according to Rathie. “The goal was for a patient to be seen for sickness and preventive medicine without much paperwork needed except ID and contact info,” she said
There are more clinics like this needed everywhere in the state and nationally. SUDHA RATHIE PMC Practice Administrator
But the current situation required the team to get creative to ensure its services could continue safely. “Our Medical Director, Dr. Parminder Khara, and I developed protocols and policies for staff to follow,” Rathie said. “We provided appropriate PPE and training on how and when to use them. The safety of staff and patients is our number one priority – and we restricted the waiting area environment, and (and added information) signs at the doors.” Rathie added that the clinic’s Board of Directors – headed by President Sangeeta Sawhney, MD – initiated telemedicine, and providers were trained on the system by the team’s IT guru from Sam IT Solutions – making the task of serving patients in need easier. “(The COVID-19 pandemic) has affected everyone…this has been stressful to not know when all can be normal, and we all can go back
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PEOPLE’S MEDICAL CARE WHAT: WHERE:
5700 Creedmoor Rd, Ste 200 Raleigh
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INFO:
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to our routine…and anxiety is increasing,” Rathie noted. “We (at People’s Medical Clinic) are all hopefull though!” Rathie has volunteered her services since the inception of the clinic. “It has been a very gratifying experience to do what I do and see the clinic growing at a fast pace,” she said. “There are more clinics like this needed everywhere in the state and nationally.” For more information, visit peoplesmedicalcare.org. For information on Sam IT Solutions, visit samitsolutions.com. Janis Jones is a new writer with 919 Magazine.
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What is People’s Medical Care?
Non-profit medical care services for the uninsured
People’s Medical Care is a federally recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides basic and specialist health care services to uninsured – with the motto to provide “hassle-free health care for all”. At PMC, the physicians provide comprehensive primary care for patients’ urgent and ongoing needs. The clinic in North Raleigh provides lab tests, EKG, and an x-ray facility at a very low cost – and also coordinates care with specialists and area hospitals – including making mammograms available at the facility. PMC is run by the support and contributions from local individuals and businesses, government grants, and other sources of funding. The clinic collects a small “nominal fee” at the time service is provided, to partially cover costs; however, there are no insurance claims to file, no worry about deductibles, and no fear of being in or out of the network of an insurance carrier. The clinic – started with just the imagination of the founders – is a true success story, with more than 35,000 patient visits between 2011 and 2018, while expanding its services beyond just health care to include educational facilities for medical students, family nurse practitioners, medical assistants, and other trainees from various institutions under the supervision. For more information, call 919-277-0345 or visit peoplesmedicalcare.org.
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FA MI LI ES
A
special anniversary
COVID-19 PANDEMIC FORCES AN ALTERNATIVE CELEBRATION FOR 50TH
Seeing so many friends drive by was beyond a blessing that day.
By TILDON DUNN
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ack and Barbara Snyder’s three children started planning the Durham couple’s 50th anniversary celebration back in 2019. As they carefully organized the once-in-a-lifetime event for their parents – who were married April 11, 1970, in Dayton, OH – they never expected the huge surprise party would not occur, especially as the result of a deathly spreading virus. Seriously, what are the odds? “Once the (COVID-19) pandemic hit and a stay-at-home order was in place in March, we knew we had to cancel the in-person celebration,” said Kevin Snyder, the couple’s son. So, instead of the party, he and his brother and sister reached out to everyone on the party list and invited them to participate in a “drive-by-car parade”. “The response was amazing and cars lined down the entire street,” Kevin Snyder added. “Our sister, Michelle, brought my parents outside to the driveway as we began the car parade. Luckily my brother is in law enforcement, so he helped with traffic management!” And the elder Snyders were amazed at the non-traditional event., and in awe of the friendship and attendance from those who could make it that day.
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“Seeing so many friends drive by was beyond a blessing that day,” the couple jointly said. “The fact our children organized it and kept it a secret made it even more special. This just goes to show the power of love and relationships to shine through any troubling times.” Barbara Snyder, a retired teacher from Northern High School in Durham, had this thought on the special event and the COVID-19 situation: “Relationships are stronger than any adversity this pandemic can bring us.” Jack Snyder, a retired pastor at three different churches in Durham, injected a bit of humor, involving his favorite restaurant: “When the quarantine is over, we’re treating everyone to Arby’s!” Tildon Dunn is a regular contributor to 919 Magazine. He awaits his invitation to the special dinner at Arby’s.
April 11, 1970 Dayton, OH Treyburn area, Durham 3 children, 5 grandchildren (and one on the way) Maggie (cat), Sherlock (cat), Riley (dog)
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ravis Kutchma was a longtime bedside nurse; but in 2018, he made a big change – becoming a Veterans Administration Care in the Community care coordinator, working out of the VA Medical Center Durham. Earlier this year, though, he and other staff members were detailed to other departments to prepare for something potentially devastating. The moves were intended to bolster support against what became known as the COVID-19 pandemic, a scourge then expected to possibly create an unprecedented and deadly situation within the Veterans Affairs facilities nationwide. Then, as the worldwide health situation deteriorated rapidly, Kutchma was deployed elsewhere, to the frontline of the pandemic in the U.S.: New York. “I was sent to Castle Point VA Medical Center’s Community Living Center (CLC) to assist with critical staffing needs and disaster response,” Kutchma, a father of three teenagers, said, noting that he specifically worked in a VA MedSurg COVID-19 unit, an urgent care unit, and a CLC. “I had completed training for disaster and emergency
TRAVIS KUTCHMA, RN, MSN AGE: PROFESSION: RESIDENCE: FAMILY:
46 Nurse, VA Medical Center Durham Woodcroft area, Durham 3 children, Jackson (19), Jacob (16), Andrew (14)
EDUCATION:
Diploma Nurse, Conemaugh School of Nursing (1996); BSN, Winston Salem State Univ (2013); MSN Liberty University (2019)
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I have worked, and continue to work, with really smart and dedicated nurses who will always be ready to answer the call to serve no matter what the crisis. TRAVIS KUTCHMA, RN, MSN VA Medical Center Durham response in Anniston, AL (previously) – and as a Veterans Affairs Disaster Emergency Medical System employee can be deployed to areas of disaster on a voluntary basis. But, previously, I had never had the opportunity to deploy due to family or school obligations.” Though he never served in the military (which he said he regrets), Kutchma came to the VA with a strong desire to serve veterans – leading to his involvement in 2010 with the DEMPS. And now back home and working again in Durham, can reflect on the past few months with an interesting perspective. “My sons and I have been having really good discussions about world events, because we all realize that we are living in historic times,” Kutchma noted. “They have also been more interested in what I have been seeing at work and have expressed more of an interest in the medical field as a career path, which might not have even been on their radar before.” Kutchma always had a general interest in the medical field while growing up, and first became a nurse in 1996 – continued his education to achieve advanced degrees while working fulltime. “(I had) an overarching desire to be at the bedside and help people heal on a more intimate and personal level.,” he explained. “My career has taken me
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to different areas of nursing, including psychiatry, the Burn Center in Chapel Hill, emergency department, and intensive care units.” As the pandemic has continued, Kutchma actually sees some positives in his work environment. “Certainly wearing masks and being more aware of social distancing has changed in my work environment, and a definite positive has been that people a more aware of washing their hands – which has always been the hallmark of good infection control, he said. “And, if there might is a silver lining here, it might be that we are more aware of infection control strategies – and have been monitoring ourselves and each other to make sure that we adhere to those new guidelines. Also, the amount of information that has come out has created good dialogue about best practices.” Still, during this pandemic, Kutchma found it easy to get lost in the overwhelming amount of information and misinformation, which can distract from the really important things. “I was able to spend some time and reflect on what it means to be in the health care profession. I have worked, and continue to work, with really smart and dedicated nurses who will always be ready to answer the call to serve no matter what the crisis,” he said. “That, maybe more than anything, gives me great comfort.” Tildon Dunn is a regular contributor to 919 Magazine.
My sons and I have been having really good discussions about world events, because we all realize that we are living in historic times.
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I’ve felt daily increasing and profound gratitude towards our essential workers and for the ordinary, simple things, such as a cool May morning with the windows open. DANA COPELAND Mother of Three
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Years ago…I learned there is always someone experiencing more hardship than I am. DANA COPELAND Brier Creek Barracudas Team Mom
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To make that adjustment, she reached into her past. “Years ago, when my newborn was in a Level IV Newborn Intensive Care Unit, I learned there is always someone experiencing more hardship than I am,” Copeland explained. “I am reminded of that lesson now. We’ve been very fortunate. Currently, the biggest impact has been the blurred lines between work and family, as well as keeping my days straight (I’m not kidding).” Among her concerns included in serious conversations with her three children: Social responsibility and leadership; heightened levels of fear and uncertainty about the job market and future health benefits.
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“I’ve felt daily increasing and profound gratitude towards our essential workers and for the ordinary, simple things, such as a cool May morning with the windows open,” she said. Still, Copeland persevered toward her Doctorate. “I work well under pressure; but, admittedly, I faced some challenges with this particular deadline. I ran a lot with music on fullblast. I relied on faith that I knew I could perform academically, but also had to beg forgiveness from teachers for missing assignments from my youngest. I practiced my oral defense every hour on the hour and knew when to stop,” she said. “And coffee. Coffee helped.” It was a long road, and she indicated it took a lot or work and a long time: “I used to feel embarrassed to say it has taken eight years. As a widow with three teenagers, now I’m OK with it.” But she’s looking forward, as always. “I am invested in this town. My hope is to continue to serve and to mentor our North Carolina students at the undergraduate level and to lead future educators into our state school system,” Copeland stressed. “With many institutions under hiring freeze during COVID-19, I’m envisioning educational needs for 21st Century learning – so I have applied to ed tech companies, SAS and RTI International. In the meantime, I’ve got a book I’m starting to write and time to plan my secret professional dream: A Ted-Talk.” To be clear, she emphasized, she’s ready for hire! G. Cleveland Kilgore is a regular 919 Magazine writer, who happens to know about parenting a swimmer. He notes that Copeland wanted to give a special shout-out to her EDUC 349 UNC Adulting graduates – and to all those who’ve graduated across the 919: Congratulations. Go light up the world with your talents!
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hen North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper issued his stay-athome executive order in mid-March to counter the expansion of the COVID-19 virus in the state, it was a potential death knell for fine dining restaurants in the 919. But rather than shut down entirely, the Travinia Italian Kitchen staff convinced management that it was better to donate its food inventory rather than throw it in the garbage. The Travinia team located charities needing food, such as Bridge the Gap and Kirk of Kildaire Church among others, according to Travinia Co-Owner Joe Giampapa. “The staff volunteered their time to prepare, package and deliver the food,” Giampapa explained. “In two months, Travinia Italian Kitchen has supplied almost 15,000 meals to the hungry. “It’s our way of giving back to the Cary, Apex, Morrisville and 919 Community. Travinia Italian Kitchen is located at 1301 Market Center Drive in Morrisville. For more information, call 919-467-1718.
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My mother’s advice to us was always be able to take care of yourself. And I pass that advice along to many of my clients. CATHY HUNT, Divorce Attorney, Raleigh resident
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DIVORCE ATTORNEY CATHY HUNT WORKS HARD FOR BOTH HER FAMILY AND CLIENTS By G. CLEVELAND KILGORE 919 Magazine Writer
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athy Hunt – known as one of the toughest divorce attorneys in North Carolina – believes in working hard, a trait she learned from her parents. “My parents were married for more than 70 years. My mother was grace and dignity, even under pressure. She was a World War II bride and a world traveler,” explained Hunt, a partner with the Raleigh law firm Gailor, Hunt, Davis, Taylor and Gibbs PLLC. “She didn’t believe in sniveling. There are four girls in my family, and her advice to us was always be able to take care of yourself. And I pass that advice along to many of my clients.” Hunt described growing up in the 1970s as a time when parenting had a very hands-off approach. “We learned to manage our school work, after school jobs, friendships, and hardships without a lot of parental involvement,” she said. “It taught me independence and maturity and prepared me for life after graduation.” That independence and hard work now serves both her family and her legal clients (mostly high net worth individuals and entrepreneurs) very well. “I am a former corporate attorney and enjoy working on the financial issues in a divorce case,” said Hunt, who was named “Top Family Lawyer” by Business Leader magazine and included among the “Family Law Legal Elite” by Business North Carolina magazine. “Many of my clients are high profile, but most of my cases settle eventually. Very few actually end up having their cases decided by a judge,” Hunt explained. “My clients find huge value in having a tough litigator – but also appreciate that I can get their case settled out of court.” Professionally, Hunt also does pro bono work for people in need that are unable to afford legal services – and regularly writes and
CATHY C. HUNT PROFILE RESIDENCE: AGE:
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BS/Business Admin, UNC-Wilmington JD, University of Memphis
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Richmond, VA Edenton Street United Methodist Church; Athena of the Triangle (Board Member, Founding Sponsor); Women Presidents Organization (Member) Husband, Greg; son, Jack (17); daughter, Olivia (14) Flats fishing in the Florida Keys; “anything active” CONTINUES ON PAGE 30
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speaks on numerous legal topics. She also mentors numerous female business owners and leaders to help increase their presence in the business community and positions of leadership. As dedicated and involved as she is in her career and interests, Hunt doesn’t hesitate when describing what gives her the most joy in life: “No question. My children.” And she and husband, Greg (a patent attorney with Jenkins, Wilson, Taylor & Hunt PLLC), celebrate their family life with passion. “We are very family oriented. We do everything together,” said Hunt, the mother of two teenagers (son Jack is 17; daughter Olivia is 14). “We enjoy anything outdoors and active – especially if it is in the Florida Keys. Our family enjoys being on the water and we see a lot of live music.” Greg plays the guitar and Jack plays drums and saxophone (they can be found playing with bands or as a duo around town). The family also enjoys doing service work like working at the Food Bank, and working for Loaves and Fishes at Christmas. Hunt said she also encourages her children to follow etiquette rules handed down from her mother. “I make sure my kids know how to properly set a table, and know good manners ‘so you will know what to do when you go to the White House,’” she said. “They know these traditions are passed down from many generations in my family and they humor my insistence that they practice what I preach.” Hunt and her husband met in law school, when each was studying for the bar exam. “We dated that summer and then he went to Washington DC and I went to Nashville. We flew back and forth for a year before becoming engaged,” she noted. “It was a great year with two great cities to explore.” They eventually returned to North Carolina to work and raise their family, attracted by the climate, the beach, and the quality of living – where their efforts paid off. “My husband and I enjoy a lot of success; however, we are both public school kids who worked really hard in school and have worked really hard in building our practices,” Hunt stressed. “I once told my mother how blessed I felt for what we have achieved. She said well just remember, ‘nobody ever gave you anything – you earned this on your own.’”
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Growing up in the 1970s, we learned to manage our school work, after school jobs, friendships, and hardships without a lot of parental involvement.
WHO IS CATHY HUNT FAVORITE TV SHOW I never watch TV, but I will watch most any documentary on Netflix GUILTY PLEASURE A massage, back when that was still a thing FAVORITE FOOD Fresh Mexican FAVORITE MUSIC Right now, Blackberry Smoke (Southern Rock) EDUCATION I graduated 1st in my class at UNC-Wilmington. My undergraduate degree is in business. I was a member of the Law Review at the University of Mem- – PHYSICAL THERAPY phis, and when I graduated, I clerked for the Chief Justice of the Tennessee Supreme Court. IF NOT AN ATTORNEY, I WOULD BE… A college professor
WHAT MOST PEOPLE MAY NOT KNOW I can do a headstand on a paddleboard in the water, and 95% of my cases settle without going to trial. SURVIVING THE QUARANTINE We have spent a lot of time in a small coastal town working and Zoom schooling. When the day is finished, we workout in our driveway and then ride bikes to play Frisbee golf and to look for the local alligator in the greenway pond. HELPING OUT DURING THE PANDEMIC My firm and I are currently providing APEX free legal consultations to frontline medical workers, public health workers, and first responders in our effort to pay it forward to these individuals who are taking care of others in this COVID-19 crisis.
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n May 11, 2020 the declaration of a worldwide pandemic known as COVID-19 struck fear in the hearts of people worldwide. Since then, restaurants shut down, schools closed, and millions of people are working from home if they are lucky enough to work at all. Life has taken on a slower pace for many, but work has never been busier for family law attorneys. I take calls daily from struggling couples quarantined under one roof who want to know how they can get separated. Parents sharing custody of a child call worried that the other is not taking enough precautions to keep their child safe. People with ongoing court cases are in limbo with courts closed until at least June 1, 2020.
How can we help?
Our firm has been very successful in negotiating separation agreements and mediating cases through the use of Zoom. Not only does
it work well, but people actually prefer the convenience of resolving their case from home. Here are my recommendations for dealing with divorce and family law issues during the COVID-19 crisis: • If you have a Court Order for custody, child support, or spousal support, you need to follow it unless it is impossible. This is the time to be flexible and put your differences aside. When our clients are unable to reach an agreement voluntarily, we can work with opposing counsel, arrange a mediation, or possibly seek an order from the Court if your situation constitutes an emergency. • If you and your spouse have decided to separate, we can negotiate a settlement on issues related to property division, spousal support, custody, and/or child support and we are able to use a mediator to resolve these issues as well.
• If you have situation that involves domestic violence or any emergency issue, Courts are open under certain circumstances. • If you are a front line medical worker, public service worker, or first responder, Gailor, Hunt, Davis, Taylor and Gibbs is offering consultations to you at no cost. For more information, please contact Cathy Hunt at Gailor, Hunt, Davis, Taylor and Gibbs PLLC at 919-832-8488 or at chunt@divorceistough.com.
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NETC Photo by Ensign Michaela White U.S. Navy Yeoman 1st Class Shaqwala Vega, graduate of Sanderson High in Raleigh
If you find yourself in a male-dominated field, don’t feel less than. If you know your rate and you know your craft, be confident in it.
Opening the World! New Opportunities Excite Sanderson High Graduate By ENSIGN MICHAELA WHITE Special to 919 Magazine
PENSACOLA, FL — “I had no expectations before joining the U.S. Navy, but I soon realized that it was the best decision I’ve ever made. It opened me up to a world I never thought I’d be familiar with,” Yeoman 1st Class Shaqwala Vega explained recently. “I’ve had the pleasure of working with high-ranking officials early in my career, and I knew that I wanted to be in those positions because of the examples I had from inspiring women already serving in those positions – such as Retired Fleet Master Chief April Beldo,” said Vega, a graduate of Sanderson High in North Raleigh. “Looking at the impact she made at her level, I aspired to one day be in her shoes.” Vega is representative of the women playing an integral role in the MyNavy HR Force Development mission of recruiting, training and retaining Sailors within the Navy. As leaders, they also each have an individual role as the Navy pursues a “Culture of Excellence.”
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An overarching movement underway within the Navy, the Culture of Excellence aims to develop toughness, trust and connectedness in every Sailor, civilian and family member. This proactive approach to making the Navy a better place to live and work relies in part on leveraging diversity through inclusion. Vega, a Raleigh native, works for Naval Education and Training Command at Naval Air Station Pensacola as the Executive Assistant for the Force Master Chief. She graduated from Sanderson High in 2011. After attending Wake Technical Community College for two years, she decided that she wanted a change and chose to enlist in the Navy to purse a better life for herself. Her mother and aunts supported her decision to enlist and have been by her side through every accomplishment, big or small. She described them as the reason she takes so much pride in her Naval career. CONTINUES ON PAGE 36
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“I am a 24/7 Sailor and mother,” she said when asked how she finds the balance between her job and motherhood. “I adapt quickly and would say one of my strengths is multitasking and being hands-on.” Vega believes that having confidence in herself is one aspect to success in the military. “Don’t be intimidated by being in a male-dominated workplace,” she offered. “If you find yourself in a male-dominated field, don’t feel less than. If you know your rate and you know your craft, be confident in it. Always make sure you’re on point and don’t be a shadow. Have confidence and keep your ducks in a row. Women are awesome.” Her current goal is to possibly become a Fleet Master Chief or a Limited Duty Officer to make an impact through inspiring Sailors by adding to the number of African-American women service members serving in high-ranking positions. Ensign Michaela White is assigned to the Naval Education and Training Command. For more on the history of women serving in the U.S. Navy, visit www.history.navy.mil/browse-by-topic/diversity/ women-in-the-navy.html. For more on NETC, visit www.public.navy.mil/netc/, and for MyNavy HR, follow www.facebook.com/MyNAVYHR/.
Joelle Fitts recently joined Linda Craft & Team Realtors, a Residential Real Estate Broker specializing in Exclusive Buyer Representation and Relocation, according to CEO Linda Craft. Fitts obtained her Broker’s license in 2013 and has more than 20 years’ experience in Customer Service and Management. “Joelle’s experience, attention to detail and natural gift of making people feel special will be instrumental in creating lifelong relationships with her clients,” said Craft. “We are delighted to welcome Joelle to our team.” Fitts relocated in 1987 making Raleigh home. She attended Appalachian State University, where she met the man whom she would later marry, Paul Fitts, who is a Senior Mortgage Broker. Joelle Fitts loves North Carolina’s beaches and mountains and is passionate about giving back, supporting St. Jude Children’s Hospital and volunteering for local organizations, The Greenchair Project and Children’s Flight of Hope. Linda Craft & Team Realtors is located at 7300 Six Forks Road in Raleigh. For more information, call 919-235-0007 or visit lindacraft.com.
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eesville Pride Athletic Club continues its popular summer camps program in 2020, which raises funds for the Leesville Road High athletics teams. As of mid-May, all camps were still scheduled, but the club indicated that the health and safety of campers is the primary focus and developments involving the COVID-19 virus were being monitored. If it is determined that the camps should be canceled, a full refund within 48 hours of cancelation (minus Ryzer card processing/convenience fees) will be available. As an added safeguard, the club offers Allianz Registration Protection insurance for an additional fee.
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Among the planned camps: n Baseball Camp, 6/16-20, 8 am-12 pm: Boys and girls, age 8-15 (who have not yet entered high school); $135. Info: jjones16@wcpss.net. n Cheerleading Camp, 7/27-31, 8 am12 pm: Boys and girls, grades K-9; $135. Info: packsportscamps@gmail. com. n Football Camp, 6/16-20, 8 am-12 pm: Boys, age 8-15; $135. Info packsportscamps@gmail.com. n Soccer Camp, 7/13-17, 8 am-12 pm: Boys and girls, age 6-15, $135. Info: packsportscamps@gmail.com. n Softball Camp, 6/22-26, 8 am-12 pm: Girls, age 8-15; $135. Info: bwjamesncrr.com. n Track and Field Camp, 6/6-10,
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musical theatre tribute to the Beatles — "In My Life" — rolled into Raleigh recently for a one-night special performance at the Duke Energy Center in downtown Raleigh — and 919 Magazine was there! John Lennon (played by Jonathon Fickes), Paul McCartney (Joshua Jones), George Harrison (Robert Berg) and Ringo Starr (Richard Lewis) were more than convincing and brought the group to life on stage, with thoughtful narration by Beatles Manager Brian Epstein, played by Murphy Martin. The musical provided a nostalgic look back at 50-plus years of the Beatles, with the musicians/performers providing renditions of 33 of the legendary group's classic songs. In addition to 919 Magazine team members, other special invited guests included friends and neighbors and some of the magazine's VIP Community partners and their spouses including: Linda Craft from Linda Craft & Team Realtors, Cathy Hunt of Gailor, Hunt, Davis, Taylor & Gibbs PLLC. and Chantale Persinger of Closets by Design.
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Morrisville Chamber’s KNOW Virtual Event Planned June 24
Morrisville Chamber of Commerce’s March 18 Knowledgeable Network of Women (KNOW) Luncheon is rescheduled as a virtual event at 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, June 24. Topic for the session is “The Power of Your Personal Brand”, featuring Veronica Bent (Financial Advisor, Pinnacle Financial Partners; Wendy Coulter (President, Hummingbird Creative Group); Becky Jacobs (Chief Engagement Officer, Simple Change); and Milanka Muecke (Director of Public Relations and Communications, Lenova). Personal Branding is a conscious and intentional effort to create and influence a recognizable reputation for yourself, which elevates credibility and differentiates you from the competition. Reservation deadline is June 22. Call Bri Butler at 919463-7155 by June 22 to register for the event and secure access. 919 Magazine is among the sponsors for this event. For more information, visit morrisvillechamber.org.
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Morrisville Events & Activities 6/11 Virtual Out-of-Office Workshop via Zoom, 4-5 pm; interactive session, featuring how to make pimento chees and blackberry basil lemonade (vodka optional) by Catering Works, and small group breakout networking; free for Chamber members. Info and registration: Bri Butler at 919-463-7155 or chamber@morrisvillechamber.org.
6/25 Virtual Sharpen Your Skills Workshop via Zoom,
8:30-10 am; session topic: Marketing in a Crisis – COVID-19 Marketing Trends and Their Impact, featuring Conner Altman, Marketing Coordinator at CASTO Southeast Realty Services; free for Chamber members; $5 fee for non-members. Info and registration: Bri Butler at chamber@morrisvillechamber.org.
7/14 Virtual Networking Event, 9-10:30 am; structured networking opportunity; free for Chamber members. Bri Butler at chamber@morrisvillechamber.org.
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7/24 Village People; 8 pm; $49.50-$75; The Carolina
onza Tacos y Tequila closed its Durham location on G Fenway Avenue, citing the business complications of COVID-19 and its lease being up for renewal. The location at the Durham Bulls Athletic Park remains open.
Bands in Rock History; 8 pm; $29.50-up; Durham Performing Arts Center, 123 Vivian St, Durham. Info: 919-680-2787, dpacnc.com.
orero’s Mexican Restaurant has reopened in Durham in T the Brightleaf Square District, following being damaged in the devastating April 2019 gas explosion in the area. Durham’s Northgate Mall is permanently closed, citing complications to the COVID-19 pandemic. Built in 1960, the shopping center was considered a social gathering place for years
Theatre, 309 W Morgan St, Durham. Info: 919-560-3030, carolinatheatre.org.
7/25 Arrival from Sweden: The Music of ABBA; 8 pm; $35-up; Durham Performing Arts Center, 123 Vivian St, Durham. Info: 919-680-2787, dpacnc.com.
8/1 Chris Tucker; 8 pm; $39.50-up; Durham Performing Arts Center, 123 Vivian St, Durham. Info: 919-680-2787, dpacnc.com.
8/8 Get the Led Out: Celebrating One of the Greatest
8/28, 29 Heather McMahan:
Farewell Tour; 8 pm; $44.46-$77.21; The Carolina Theatre, 309 W Morgan St, Durham. Info: 919-560-3030, carolinatheatre.org.
8/29 Hillsong Worship: Awake Tour; 7:30 pm; $28-up; Durham Performing Arts Center, 123 Vivian St, Durham. Info: 919-680-2787, dpacnc.com.
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tions specializes in detecting cardiac dysfunction through their invention of MyoStrain, a 10-minute exam and MRI software that delivers a diagnostic report on heart function.
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tions are not accepted at the store construction site. Interviews are conducted by appointment only and applications are not accepted at the store construction site. Available full-time positions include everything from customer service and hourly entry-level management positions, to culinary roles such as chefs and line cooks. Wegmans has one other location in the 919, with plans to open more – including in Holly Springs, Wake Forest, Chapel Hill and an additional location in Cary. In North Carolina, Wegmans plans to open grocery stores in Holly Springs, Wake Forest, and Chapel Hill, as well as a second store in Cary.
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7/9-12 Damon Wayans, Raleigh Improv, 1224 Parkside
th Annual Run for Liberty is planned for 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. 8 on Saturday, July 4, at Wakmed Soccer Park, 201 Soccer Park Dr, Cary. For more information, visit delbiancopo. com/run-for-liberty.html.
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own of Cary canceled all Parks, Recreation and Cultural T Resources events through July 5, including Independence Day weekend celebration events. This includes all classes, sports leagues, and programs. Town facilities will also remain closed through this time. In addition, all Town of Cary camps through August are canceled. “This is about safety, about being able to meet every parent’s expectations that their child will be healthy at the end of the day,” said Cary Town Manager Sean R. Stegall. ”While we offer wonderful camps, we simply don’t have the expertise to be able to confidently guarantee that on a large scale during a pandemic.”. For information, visit townofcary.org.
Improv, 1224 Parkside Main St, Parkside Commons, Cary. Info: 919-589-8558, improve.com/raleigh.
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7/23-25 Gilbert Gottfried, Raleigh Improv, 1224 Parkside Main St, Parkside Commons, Cary. Info: 919-589-8558, improve.com/raleigh.
iteatre, 12 pm; 8003 Regency Pkwy, Cary. Tickets: 800-5143849, boothamphitheatre.com.
8/23 Stand Up for Pits Foundation Fundraiser, Raleigh 8/29 Tacos ‘N Taps; Koka Booth Amphiteatre, 12 pm; 8003
Regency Pkwy, Cary. Tickets: 800-514-3849, boothamphitheatre.com.
9/11 Six String presents Rod Picott and Sally Barris, 8 pm; The Cary Theater, 122 E Chatham St, Cary. Info: 919-4622051, thecarytheatre.com.
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Beach time! UNIQUE TOWEL EASILY RESOLVES SAND PROBLEMS By SUZY BETH SARVER
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eaded to the North Carolina beaches this summer? Well here’s a helpful way to make the experience a little easier. A unique company in Australia offers an innovative beach towel that solves a long-held pitfall of beach trips: How to keep your towel sand free! Tesalate is a light-weight, vesrsatile towel that rolls up for easy, compact storage and comes with a handy drawstring bag. Perfect for the beach and any outdoor activity, such as a picnic in the park, on the boat, yoga – or, if you just want something pretty just to spread out in your own backyard. With so many funky designs with fun names like Bohemian, the Swell, Cool & Calm and vibrant colors, it’s hard selecting just one, so we have two (full sized for singles and extra wide for couples). What really makes Tesalate towels so special is they are double-sided and really hold up to sand, water and the elements. Each towel is made utilizing cutting edge technology with AbsorbLite™ fabric, which allows the towel to dry rapidly and repel water (and the company vows it can withstand and absorb up to 32 oz. of water). You can order online right now and have your very own Tesalate shipped from Australia right to your home in the 919. They offer free shipping to the U.S. and 10 percent off if you sign up with your email. We are so impressed with Tesalate Towels and they make great gifts too! For more information, visit tesalate.com.
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FROM THE 919 KITCHEN A SUMMER FAVORITE FOR YOUR JULY 4TH CELEBRATION By SUZY BETH SARVER
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CORA has a deep sense of commitment to community and prides itself in making everyone feel welcome, respected, and supported to achieve success. JIM BOULD, Clinic Manager CORA Physical Therapy – Apex
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Treating Everyone Right CORA PHYSICAL THERAPY OFFERS A FULL SPECTRUM OF SERVICES, TREATMENTS By TILDON DUNN 919 Magazine Writer
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ORA Physical Therapy – one of the leading outpatient physical therapy providers in the U.S. – prides itself in serving everyone. And now, its wide range of services is available at a new clinic in Apex. “CORA provides treatment for general orthopedic and sports injuries, pre-and post-operative care, vertigo and balance disorders, and sports medicine evaluation and treatment, including dry needling and Astym treatment,” explained Jim Bould, Apex Clinic Manager since it opened in 2019. “The clinic accepts patients through direct access – no referral required for people calling or walking into the clinic – as well as through physician referrals.” Not only is Bould highly trained – holding an undergraduate degree from East Carolina University and a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Shenandoah University in Virginia – he’s also a local, having graduated from Apex High (where he played football) and living in the Town of Apex with his wife, Jessica, and two children. He also has a unique appreciation for physical therapy as both a clinician and a patient, having had numerous injuries playing sports. “I decided to become a physical therapist while going through physical therapy after having a severe hamstring tear while playing semi-professional rugby in Australia,” Bould said. Bould considers CORA is a true community resource, with a genuine sense of commitment to the people of Apex – and the other communities where it has clinics. “CORA has a deep sense of commitment to community and prides itself in making everyone feel welcome, respected, and supported to achieve success,” he said. “We are committed to our employees and their growth and wellbeing, our
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patients, our referral relationships and to the community at large. You’ll see us participating in various local events, supporting local charities and our public school system here in Apex.” The highly certified Bould is proud of the ability to treat the whole body, and equally proud of CORA’s key differentiators. “We get patients in quickly – in 24 to 48 hours, and sometimes even the same day,” he said. “CORA prides itself in making everyone feel welcome, respected, and supported to achieve success.” Bould also noted that CORA uses proven clinical practices and cost effective treatment protocols to return patients to their jobs and lifestyles as soon as possible. “Our clinics offer a complete range of treatment, including outpatient physical therapy and general rehabilitation, worker’s compensation therapy, sports and auto injury rehabilitation, and rehabilitation for seniors,” he said. CONTINUES ON PAGE 52
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CORA began in 1998 in Lima, OH, where the company is headquartered (though it has no clinics there). It began with three clinics in Florida, and until about five years ago, that’s where most of its clinics have been located. Through exponential growth and expansion, the company now operates more than 215 clinics in nine states: Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Missouri, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and North Carolina – where, in addition to Apex, it has five other clinics: Falls Pointe, Leesville, Clayton, Chapel Hill and Fuquay-Varina. CORA Physical Therapy has been treating patients in Wake County since 2007, and recognized a need to provide high quality services to the people in the communities surrounding each clinic location. “The more area locations we have, the more comprehensively and conveniently we can serve everyone. We expanded to Apex to serve a larger portion of the community. Apex is a vibrant and growing town, and CORA’s goal is to be the local resource for the physical therapy needs of the entire community,“ Bould explained. “CORA was founded on the principal of serving everyone, of treating everyone right, of providing access to high-quality physical therapy to the entire community,” he added. “Our new clinic in Apex helps us do that.” CORA Apex is located at 5476 Apex Peakway, off Highway 55 in the Lowe’s Food shopping center, near Dougherty’s – across from the Wake Med Health Plex, with easy access to Highways 64 and 55. For more information, visit coraphysicaltherapy.com, email jbould@corahealth.com, or call 919-626-9799
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2020 Think Apex Awards Honors West, Two Groups
The 2020 Think Apex Awards – which highlight local businesses, individuals, and non-profits for their dedicated service to others and the Apex community as a whole – were announced earlier this year Top Thinkers for 2020 are: n Business Category: Apex Fencing Academy n Individual Category: Stephen We n Non-Profit Category: Apex Public Schools Foundation (APSF) Honorable Mentions went to Common Grounds Coffee House and Desserts, Hector Cuales, and the Apex Chamber of Commerce. According to thinkapex.biz, the nominees gave back to Apex in multiple ways during 2019, such as providing exceptional service to customers, donating money to local charities, providing peer mentorship, volunteering for many organizations, and uniquely impacting those around them. The organization’s goal is to encourage individuals and groups to put their community first and to go above and beyond what is normally expected to do – and to always, when thinking about giving back, Think Apex. For more information, call 919-434-1510 or email barbara.belicic@apexnc.org.
40th Annual PeakFest Features Over 200 Vendors, Live Music
The 40th Annual PeakFest in Apex now is planned for 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 19, in Historic Downtown Apex. “Celebrating the Peak of Good Living”, Peakfest is a free street fair featuring more than 200 vendors with a variety of arts and crafts, food, live music and dancing, rides and roving street performers. The largest public event in Apex, PeakFest regularly attracts more than 20,000 attendees and is hosted by the Apex Festival Commission. Commission members include: Chair & Sponsorship: Jeff Hastings, Burke Brothers Hardware; Marketing: Olivia Scott, Promotional Partners Inc.; Food & Art Vendor Coordinator: David Wood, Town of Apex Parks, Recreation, & Cultural Resources Department; Logistics: John Brown, Town of Apex, Director of Parks, Recreation, & Cultural Resources Department; Entertainment: Rick Gardner; Finance: Lashonza Brown, First National Bank; Website and Social Media: Taylor Wray, Town of Apex Parks, Recreation, & Cultural Resources Department; Apex Chamber Liaison: Marlow Campbell, Campbell Insurance Agency-Nationwide; Grants Chair: Lesleigh Hastings, Lumber House Antiques. For information on the event, visit apexpeakfest.com.
Apex Short Takes he annual Olde Fashioned Fourth of July in Historic T Downtown Apex is scheduled for The official Think Apex Day, originally scheduled for April 25 this year, was postponed until the fall. For information, visit thinkapex.biz or email barbara.belicic@apexnc.org. n Apex Friendship High Principal Matt Wight was unable to hand out diplomas to the members of the Class of 2020 – so he improvised: Wight spent several days writing the 590 names of graduating seniors on a campus wall (and created a YouTube sensation). n
Apex Events & Activities 7/23 Apex Chamber of Commerce Business After
Hours, 5:30- 7 pm; free; Cape Fear Asthestics, 400 Asheville Ave, Ste 200B, Cary. Info: apexchamber.com, 919362-6456.
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She received her Bachelor of Science degree in criminal justice from East Carolina University. McMillan possesses an Advanced Law Enforcement certification and recently completed the N.C. State Law Enforcement Executive program. This information is courtesy of the Town of Holly Springs.
HS Police Chief Herring Retires After 26 Years Holly Springs Police Chief John Herring retired May 29, shortly after he was honored at a tribute event for his 26 years of service to the community. The town is conducting a nationwide search for Herring’s replacement. Harrington hopes to select a new chief this summer. Lt. Jessica McMillan, a 16-year veteran of the department, is serving as interim chief. Herring began his Holly Springs career as one of only three police officers, working out of a small cinder block building in a town of only 2,000 residents. He left after 14 years as chief of an 86-member department in a town of 40,000. At a recent meeting, Town Council members praised Herring for his accessibility, responsiveness and willingness to listen. “I’ve always been amazed at your patience,” Holly Springs Mayor Dick Sears said, recalling his many phone calls to the chief during nights and weekends. Lt. Robert Parrish, who served for nearly 20 years with Herring, presented him with an Old North State award, signed by Gov. Roy Cooper. Herring credited his wife, Katherine, for convincing him to enter law enforcement and to apply in Holly Springs. Over the years, Herring has developed deep roots in the community. “I had never thought in 26 years that I would go anywhere else,” he said. “This is home.” Interim Chief McMillan’s career includes nine years in patrol, six years in investigations, and five years as a member of the department’s Special Response Team.
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Holly Spring Police Seek “Flame of Hope” Support Holly Springs Police Department’s fundraising efforts for the Special Olympics athletes of North Carolina continue through June 30. Due to COVID-19, HSPD’s annual “Flame of Hope” run through town was cancelled; however, this year, the department is participating in a virtual running of the “Keep the Hope” torch to support the Special Olympics of North Carolina. Holly Springs residents are encouraged to join HSPD’s “Team Holly Springs” and donate what they can ($5 is the minimum to get in, but larger donations are accepted). For more information or to register, visit runsignup.com/ Race/90177/Donate/UekojyJIgUXdsu04.
Holly Springs Short Takes s a result of the adjustments the Coastal Plain League A has taken to make 2020 season possible, the Salamander’s opening game is delayed until July 1 – and the home schedule has been reduced to 21 games. In addition, the 2020 Coastal Plain League All-Star Game, originally scheduled at Ting Stadium in Holly Springs, has been cancelled. Stadium seating capacity will also be reduced to ensure all state and federal requirements for social distancing and large gatherings are met. For updates and ticket information, visit salamandersbaseball.com or call 919-249-7322. n Ten Holly Springs small businesses received grants recently from the Holly Springs Chamber Foundation to assist in their economic recovery in the wake of the COVID-19 virus outbreak. For more information or questions about the foundation and the Angel Fund, email info@hollyspringschamber.org. n At its May 19 meeting, the Holly Springs Town Council recognized National Public Works Week, celebrating the important work completed by town Public Works staff. Among other duties during the last two months, town Public Works crews have collected double the amount of yard waste that is normal for this time of year. n
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open 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturdays (with social distancing) in June, July, Aug., Sept. at 300 West Ballentine St. For updated information and other details, visit hsfarmersmarket.com.
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Rendering of planned Loading Dock – Wake Forest, planned in downtown
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In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Town of Wake cancelled this sumIndependence Day Forest mer’s Friday Night on White Uncertain concert series, Family Movie Nights at Joyner Park and Memorial Flag-Raising Ceremonies. Town officials said the decision to suspend these summer staples was based on the unpredictability of the coronavirus, a desire to safeguard the health and safety of the community, and an expectation that residents will not be allowed to gather safely in large groups for the foreseeable future.
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professionals.” Operated under the belief that where you work and who you work with is vitally important to the work you do, Loading Dock functions to create a workspace focused around community and unencumbered by the challenges of office space. “Wake Forest is an incredible location for a Loading Dock co-working and collaborative workspace,” said Clark Rinehart, Director of Community at Loading Dock Raleigh. “There is an established community of seasoned entrepreneurs and a desire in Town to see an entrepreneurial mindset flourish across industries. My hope is that Loading Dock – Wake Forest will literally and metaphorically set the table for more and more entrepreneurs in northern Wake County to participate in the growth of our region.” With an expected opening date in the second quarter of 2021, Loading Dock – Wake Forest expects to create 125-150 new jobs. “This project is a success story for downtown growth and further downtown development. Not only is it a major win for the heart of Wake Forest, but it is a testament to the power of innovative regional partnerships,” said Cannon, who praised Benchmark Community Bank the private property owners, Bob and Elizabeth Johnson for making the project possible. Information for this article and graphics courtesy of the Wake Forest Business & Industry Partnership
“We are terribly disappointed about canceling these events,” said Communications and Public Affairs Director Bill Crabtree. “However, our main priority is the health and well-being of our community. The latest information we have indicates we will need to continue social distancing into the summer months and beyond to help minimize the impact of COVID-19.” As of early June, decisions had not been finalized about other summer programs, events and operations including the Independence Day festivities and openings of Holding Park Aquatic Center and Taylor Street Park Sprayground. For COVID-19 updates on Town of Wake Forest operations, services and events, visit wakeforestnc.gov/ covid-19-coronavirus.
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W ake Forest Police Department launched a new “Take Me Home” Program, designed to protect children and adults with disabilities, by providing officers with a better way to find individuals and return them to their families or caregivers. The database program is free, voluntary, and confidential. For more information or to register, visit wakeforestnc.gov/police/community-outreach/take-me-home.
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G reg Ackles – who coached the Vance-Granville Community College the past two years – is the new men’s basketball coach at Wake Forest High, replacing Todd Seymour, who resigned at the end of last season after a record of 5-20.
8/22-23 Wake Forest Home & Garden Show, 9 am; free;
T own of Wake Forest Commissioners earlier this year approved a new ordinance allowing outdoor seating on town-owned sidewalks for downtown restaurants, for dining and consumption of alcohol. The vote was 4-1, with Commissioner Jim Dyer objecting.
8/15 Family Expo, 10 am-2 pm; free admission; booths
featuring family-friendly businesses; Richland Creek Community Church, 3229 Burlington Mills Rd, Wake Forest. Info: wakeforestchamber.org, 919-556-1519. Renaissance Centre for the Arts, 405 S Brooks St, Wake Forest. Info: 919-435-9458, wakeforestrencen.org.
9/3 Annual Rolesville Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament, 11 am (registration, lunch); fees — $450 foursome, $165 individual; Heritage Golf Course, 1250 Heritage Golf Course Ave, Wake Forest. Info: rolesvillechamber.org.
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Burke Out! SEEKING ADVENTURE? DISCOVER BURKE COUNTY…NATURE’S PLAYGROUND
North Carolina is a favorite for many around the U.S. and the world. From its miles of Atlantic Ocean shoreline, hiking trails, and vineyards, to the Biltmore Estate, Pinehurst, Lexington barbecue and popular cities such as Charlotte and Raleigh, it becomes a love affair. In our continuing series “All Things Carolina” we take you to some new places and a few favorites just in time for your spring travel adventures. This information first appeared in the March 2020 issue of 919 Magazine.
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By BUFFY MAC
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now much about Burke County, North Carolina? No? Well, it’s time for some discovery. Known as “Nature’s Playground”, Burke County is the unofficial “Trailhead to Western North Carolina”. A tremendously picturesque area, it features trails for all sorts of activities, from art walks, cycling, hiking, and driving – to wine and ale trails, history trails and more What begins with foothills, soars to the Blue Ridge Mountains. And it’s worth the journey. My recent Burke County adventure began by leaving the ground to soar over the landscape at Thermal Valley Hang Gliding. Visitors ride tandem with owner Craig Pearson, a veteran professional with more than 28 years of experience and advanced certifications. My preparations began by receiving a full set of instructions and a 15-minute “ground school” class led by Pearson’s wife, Laura. We learned the basics of what to expect and then qualified (for 30 days) as a member of the U.S. Hang Gliding and Paragliding Association. Once you are in your prone position on the glider, a plane pulls the craft down the runway, eventually becoming airborne. The towrope then disconnects and my “pilot” (Craig) is in full control. Similar to flying a kite, the wind carries the light craft, while Craig guides the movement by pulling and turning the bar as we gently float above the land. Basic flights begin at 1,500 feet and can ascend to more than one mile above land. My view from 1,500 was perfect – and definitely a once-in-a-lifetime, thrilling experience.
After the hang gliding, we headed to dinner at the famous JD’s Smokehouse, a family-owned landmark only open three days a week (Thursday-Saturday) – and proudly displays the reason why: “This ain’t your everyday BBQ, it’s a weekend celebration”. Filled with smokehouse-loving folks, the line moved quickly as we selected from the menus hung high behind the counter. The choices included smoked chicken, pulled pork and mouthwatering brisket – all from prepared to perfection over flames from JD’s own hardwood. All of the plates include bread and two sides of choice – which was definitely a tough task given such selections as Brunswick stew, jalapeno cheese grits and JD’s well-known sweet potato crunch. Next morning, we set out for more adventure, featuring two incredible hikes through Linville Falls and Table Rock. Thankfully we had a break between both hikes, with a homecookin’ lunch at Famous Louise’s Rock House Restaurant, located where Highways 123 and 221 meet. The restaurant actually all began with a tree: According to legend, the tree is where the moonshiners came down out of the mountains to meet and do business. Because the tree was in the middle of three counties, the bootleggers would escape the law by simply moving about in order to enter a different county. As the years progressed and bad weather would occasionally become an issue, a building was erected in 1936 – and the structure literally straddles three counties (Burke, Avery and McDowell). CONTINUES ON PAGE 62
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Diners today still have the same experience of visiting three counties, but now they can enjoy homemade fried chicken, mashed potatoes, pot roast and fish plates. Louise’s is also well known for their incredible homemade pies and jellies. The rock structure – built using stones form Linville Falls – has been many things over the years (including a gas station and local tavern) –and is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. All that great food is what you need to tackle Table Rock, but first up Linville Falls. Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the tiered waterfall with a twin upper set of falls and more levels cascading into a rapid 45-foot drop. It’s part of the Linville River, which spans 12 miles along the Linville Gorge, and carries the highest volume of any waterfall on the north side of the mountains. Our group hiked up the slowly elevated grade and reached the top to, again, descend to a large viewing area across from the falls. I could picture my family returning again and bringing friends to share this beautiful view – it’s that spectacular. Now back to Table Rock. Located in the Pisgah National Forest, this epic rock stands at 3,950 feet above sea level. The Cherokee referred to this place as “Attacoa” and the location was known to be an area for many of their sacred ceremonies. Now, this is not your typical hike. The brochure describes Table Rock as a “moderate hike”; however, my body will tell you a different story. I felt as if I was in the gym on a level 15 incline on the treadmill. Couple that with unstable, rocky terrain, a few narrow passages and basically an almost vertical pitch and you are facing quite a challenge. Despite that, I encountered senior citizens along the trail, wearing quality gear and the happiest looks on their faces. When you are almost to the top, you turn the corner to the final pitch of rock outcroppings and see the last little bit of climb…and, alas, you have arrived. The view in the photos cannot do it justice. You just have to see it, to believe it. There is a spiritual feeling that can only be met by achievement and nature in harmony together. This experience brings them both. After a very active day out in the elements, the evening brought us a chance to clean up and wind down. A well-prepared plan and group reservation brought our team together at Root & Vine. Located in downtown Morganton on the main drag, the place looks like a well-kept secret that now is out First piece of advice: You will need a reservation for this place. Upon arrival the hostess glazed over her book teeming with names on the list; obviously, this was the place to be for dinner on a Friday night. I glanced down at my phone while we had a short wait for our table and saw that Root & Vine has racked up an impressive 550+, near perfect five-star reviews on Google and over 300+ flawless ratings on Trip advisor. Though the restaurant was very busy, the service and staff were impeccable. Root & Vine offers a contemporary vibe, mixed with high quality edibles and 42-plus beers on tap make this place a great place to dine and relax. Locally sourced produce, grilled meats and fish and a good Pinot Noir selected from a list featuring over 70 wines – plus an Bour-
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bon Bacon Brownie dessert – make the restaurant a must return visit. For my final day of discovering Burke County, we eased into morning with a crisp walk on a portion of the Fonta Flora tTail overlooking Lake James. The weather was cool and overcast, and the smells of fresh pine reminded me of my childhood walks with my grandfather around Higgins Lake way up in northern Michigan. The Lake James section of the trail is a small part of a grander plan to connect downtown Asheville with downtown Morganton. The first section to be built is the 26.5 mile loop around the entire lake. Perhaps your first visit to Burke County will be a shorter one, even a day trip or passing through to visit another destination. If that is the case, perhaps start with an excursion to Fonta Flora at Whippoorwill Farm for craft beer and a chance to catch up with yourself. What’s not to love? A lazy Sunday afternoon in the sunshine with good food, ale and nature as the backdrop: We found all three at the Whippoorwill Farm. Baby boomers on motorcycles mixed with Millennials, new parents and multi-generations toasting to the break from the norm. The farm features arge picnic tables and more communal seating inside with huge windows to keep the look of the outside. This place also boasts a great tasting room in town as well. With all this incredible adventure, hang gliding, a memorable meal downtown with art frescos and some of the best home cooking in the mountains at Louise’s and BBQ at JD’s, plus waterfalls and top of the mountain views -- what could be next? Turns out it’s Henry River Mill, an abandoned mill and village built in 1904 and now an empty ghost town for several decades. You may recall the “District 12” scenes from the 2012 movie “Hunger Games”? They were filmed here at this 72-acre village. Most of the 35 workers’ cabins are still here and intact. Daily history tours and special events are held at the site, with more planned by the current owners and Burke County officials. A national historic landmark, Henry River Mill is a step back in time and a quiet part of North Carolina’s past. For information on Burke County – including planning a visit – check out discoverburkecounty.com. Buffy Mac is a 919 Magazine Writer, and well-known risk taker.
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Husk Restaurant 12 West Oglethorpe Avenue 912-349-2600 husksavannah.com
A lovingly restored old home with a sweeping Southern porch, Husk is in the heart of Savannah’s Landmark Historic District and features an ever-changing menu of farm-to-table locally sourced choices, and an expansive upstairs lounge and raw bar (with an art deco 1920s vibe). Expect to make a reservation.
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Mercer Williams House Museum 429 Bull Street (Monterey Square) 877-430-6352 mercerhouse.com
Savannah’s Candy Kitchen 225 E. River Street 912-233-8411 savannahcandy.com
Located on the historic riverfront, this is a must stop on your trip. You’ll find homemade, mouthwatering pecan pralines, caramel apples and an assortment of candies and hand-dipped chocolate treats.
Consisting of the main structure, a carriage house, garden and gift shop., this historic home was designed by renowned architect John S. Norris and restored by local resident Jim Williams (who began restoring homes in Savannah back in the the 1950s, and purchased Mercer House in 1969 and spent two years on a significant restoration – culminating with a grand celebration and Christmas party. The Mercer House is featured prominently in the movie, “Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil” (in which Williams is a character), can be seen in a number of other films.
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While Gatlinburg, TN, topped Southern Living magazine’s most recent ranking of “Best Mountain Towns in the U.S.”, the list included five North Carolina communities in the Top 10! Blowing Rock – located on the Blue Ridge Parkway was second – was second on the list. It features a quaint downtown with shops and restaurants, along with views, lakes, streams and The Blowing Rock, a cliff over the Johns River Gorge with an interesting legend connected. Boone, which is near Blowing Rock and the home of Appalachian State University, was ranked third, followed by Highlands, NC, at fifth; Hendersonville, NC at ninth; and Black Mountain, NC, at tenth. Non-NC towns on the list besides Gatlinburg were Staunton, VA; Hot Springs, AR; Dahlonega, GA; and Blue Ridge, GA. SOURCE: Southern Living magazine
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