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Wakefield Plantation | Falls Lake | North Raleigh | 27614

Benefits of Band Bountiful At Wakefield Area Schools PAGE 27

Ready For New Role

Privott Brings Life Of Education And Leadership to Wakefield PAGE 10

MAKING HER MARK

WHS Student Body President Proud of School, Community PAGE 12

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Ready for Her New Role

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Making a Mark

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Beautiful Smiles, Whole Body Health

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The Magic of Music

Planners

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Colonnade Dental Offers Wide Range of Services

Benefits of Band Bountiful At Wakefield Area Schools

On the Cover

Top: Wakefield High School’s co-drum majors, Stephen Sloyer and Haley Sheehand.

Below: Millbrook High School’s co-drum majors, Austin Neubert and Joe Nienstedt.

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Loving Life in Wakefield

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U.S.-China Exchange

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Breast Cancer Awareness

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Gifts, Grooming, Spa Treatments

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Protect Home and Family

North Raleigh Couple Loves Area’s Convenience, Quality of Life Unique MHS Program Sends Students to Beijing for Year

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Dirty Dogs Spa and Boutique Designed to Pamper Canines Kitchen Accidents North Raleigh’s Leading Cause of Residential Fires

Snaggle Foot Dog Walks & Pet Care Provides At-Home Comfort

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State Fair Time!

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Tackle Learning Struggles

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Upcoming Events, Resources In the Greater Raleigh Region

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Unconditional Love

Community Events School Events Community Sports Extracurricular

Departments

WHS Student Body President Proud of School, Community

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Rides, Food, Games, Music and Exhibits Highlight Annual Event

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LearningRx Programs Increase Academic, Work Performance

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Publisher

That Hometown Feeling…

Suzy Beth Sarver

Growing up in a small town in the Midwest, we’d ride our bikes until dark, eat dinner at each other’s homes, share meals at the block party, collect grasshoppers or green stamps and drink out of a garden hose.

We knew where the fish fry was on Friday night, the name of the high school football coach and the local band playing in the park on Sunday.

For years the friendly lady at the bank would give you a sucker, even when you left for college.

Somewhere along the way we got busy, moved away, left for school, started a new job, a family – and we lost part of that flavor you can only taste in small town America…until now.

919 Magazine is micro-local and exclusive to your particular community. You will discover four different community editions in North Raleigh: One in Brier Creek, Leesville/Creedmoor, North Raleigh (Six Forks/Falls of the Neuse) and, now, our newest addition to the family: 919 Magazine/Wakefield Plantation-Falls Lake.

In this first issue we offer up some examples of keeping the spotlight on neighbors and friends; family and fun; and all things local.

We begin by taking a close look at local high school music programs – in this case, Wakefield High School and Millbrook High School.

Beginning on Page 27, 919 Magazine readers can meet Morgan Brockman and Natalie Kerr, band directors at the schools; plus, we have revealing profiles on drum majors for the two marching bands and the parents who steer the respective band’s booster clubs.

Also, don’t miss: • A special profile on Victoria Privott, the new principal at Wakefield Elementary School (Page 10).

• An intriguing interview with the new Wakefield High School student body president (Page 12).

Let us also remember that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This has touched my life and I encourage all reads to become better informed on early diagnosis techniques and to support others who are courageously battling the disease. We share some important information on Page 20. Plus, there is so much more to explore in this exciting, 48-page community publication.

As we enter autumn -- this next season in our lives – let us pause and consider all that for which we are thankful, and what we believe most important. We also ask that you send us your photos of those things important to you: Your kids, your pets, your activities. Also share your comments and suggestions.

If it’s important to you -- it’s important to us as well, because we are a part of this community too…where we all Live, Work and Play.

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Contributors

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Sparkling Personalities Debra Hurst Dave Summers Wendy Todd-Wiggs

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COMMUNITY EVENTS COMMUNITY EVENTS 10/13

OCTOBER 10/4-25, 11/1-29 Wee Walkers

Age 1-Up; Thursdays Durant Nature Park 8305 Camp Durant Road 919-870-2871 www.raleighnc.gov

10/9

Local Gardening

Ages 50-Up; 10-11:15 am Millbrook Center for Active Adults 1901 Spring Forest Road 919-996-4720 www.raleighnc.gov

Wonderful Worms Ages 5-12; 2-3 pm Durant Nature Park 8305 Camp Durant Road 919-870-2871 www.raleighnc.gov

10/14

Get Hooked!

Fishing instruction Ages 5-Up; 2-3 pm Durant Nature Park 8305 Camp Durant Road 919-870-2871 www.raleighnc.gov

10/20

Fall Foray Fall colors, pumpkin carving; pre-registration required Durant Nature Park 8305 Camp Durant Road 919-870-2871 www.raleighnc.gov

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NOVEMBER

11/4

Holiday Crafts Fair Chabad Center of Raleigh 7400 Falls of the Neuse Road 919-847-8986 www.jewishraleigh.org

11/18

Beaver Fever Ages 6-12; 2-3:30 pm Durant Nature Park 8305 Camp Durant Road 919-870-2871 www.raleighnc.gov

11/22

Wakefield 5K Run, Skinny Turkey Half-Marathon Benefits Just Think First Wakefield High School 2200 Wakefield Pines Drive 919-308-4838 www.wakefieldhsconnect.org

Calling All Owls Ages 5-Up; 6:30-8 pm Durant Nature Park 8305 Camp Durant Road 919-870-2871 www.raleighnc.gov

10/31

Halloween

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OCTOBER 10/5

Tailgate with the Principal 5 pm-6:45 pm Wakefield High School 2200 Wakefield Pines Drive 919-308-4838 www.wakefieldhsconnect.org

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10th Annual Heart of Carolina Marching Band Competition Wakefield High School 2200 Wakefield Pines Drive www.wakefieldhsband.org

10/12

10/25

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Football, 7 pm; Dance, 6:30-10 pm Wakefield High School 2200 Wakefield Pines Drive 919-308-4838 www.wakefieldhs.wcpss.net

Traditional Observance

WHS Homecoming Weekend

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Mad Science Family Night 6 pm-9 pm Pleasant Union Elementary School 1900 Pleasant Union Church Rd 919-870-4230 www.pleasantuniones.wcpss.net

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School Holidays Thanksgiving

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EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

MHS Fall Play

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Band, Choir, and Strings 7 pm-8:30 pm Ravenscroft (Jones Theatre) 7409 Falls of Neuse Rd 919-847-0900 www.ravenscroft.org

Football, Cookout, Celebration Ravenscroft 7409 Falls of Neuse Rd 919-847-0900 www.ravenscroft.org

Homecoming Weekend

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NFP Book Fair North Forest Pines Elementary School 11501 Forest Pines Dr 919-570-2220 www.northforestpineses.wcpss.net

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Carolina Ale House Wednesdays Trivia Thursdays Karaoke 2nd, last Sat, Live DJ 11685 Northpark Dr (WF) 919-556-8666 www.carolinaalehouse.com

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Scooters Grill and Bar Friday Night DJ 8:30 pm-12:00 pm 1911 Sego Ct 919-954-2171 www.scootersbar.com

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Gatehouse Tavern

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PTSA Mistletoe Market 9 am-4:30 pm Wakefield High School 2200 Wakefield Pines Drive 919-308-4838 www.wakefieldhsconnect.org

Trivia Tuesdays DJ Bingo Wednesdays Karaoke Fridays 960 Gateway Common Cir (WF) 919-569-6714 www.gatehousetavernnc.com

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Book Fair Family Night 6 pm-8 pm Wakefield Elementary School 2400 Wakefield Pines Dr 919-562-3555 www.wakefieldes.wcpss.net

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Veterans Day

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School, Government Holiday

Thanksgiving

Wakefield Middle School 2300 Wakefield Pines Dr 919-562-3500 www.wakefieldms.wcpss.net

Upper School Concert

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NOVEMBER “Death Takes a Holiday” 7 pm Millbrook High School 2201 Spring Forest Rd 919-850-8787 www.mhs.wcpss.net

Fall Dance

Veterans Day

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Buffalo’s Southwest Café Live Trivia 7504 Creedmoor Road 919-676-0332 www.buffaloscafe.com/raleigh

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NC State Fair Concerts All concerts at Dorton Arena; ticket prices vary, and do not include fair admission. For more information, visit www.ncstatefair.org.

Oct. 11 Varsity Vocal Showcase Oct. 12 Matthew West, with Sanctus Real Oct. 13 Jake Owen Oct. 14 Hot Chelle Rae Oct. 15 Scotty McCreery (sold out) Oct. 16 Scotty McCreery Oct. 17 Jason Michael Carroll Oct. 18 Brian McKnight Oct. 19 Michael W. Smith Oct. 20 Billy Currington Oct. 21 Corey Smith

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Raleigh Parks & Recreation Athletic Office 2401 Wade Ave, Raleigh 919-831-6836 www.raleighnc.gov

Leukemia & Lymphoma Society 4:30 pm Diamond View Park, Durham www.lightthenight.org/nc

Adult Basketball

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Inline Hockey League

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Piper’s Tavern Live Music, Thu-Sat Trivia, Sun Karoke, Wed 8304 Falls of the Neuse Road 919-676-7413 www.thepiperstavern.com

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The Pickled Onion Acoustic Open Mic, Tue Live Trivia, Wed Karaoke, DJ; Fri 7901 Falls of the Neuse Road #101 919-848-4161 www.thepickledonionrestaurant.com

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Duffy’s Restaurant and Tavern Live Trivia, Thu; Karoke, Sat 8021 Falls of the Neuse Road 919-847-7070

Youths, grades 3-5 Games at Jellybeans, Wakefield 919-656-0467 www.echohockey.com

WALKS, RACES and GOLF 10/1

Driving for Disabilities Golf Tournament Arc of Wake County Heritage Golf Club 1250 Heritage Club Dr, Wake Forest www.arcwake.org/golftourney.html

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WFPD Golf Tournament Wake Forest Police Dept.

Brevofield Golf Course Camp Kanata Rd, Wake Forest 919-435-9611

COMMUNITY SPORTS 10/13 14th Annual Triangle for Autism REGISTRATIONS AND Run/Walk Autism Society of North Carolina 9 am CAMPS Moore Square, Downtown Raleigh

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Youth Winter Basketball Ages 5-10, beginning Jan. 13, 2013 St. Raphael Catholic Church and MVP Sports Factory (WF) 919-882-5780 www.i9sports.com

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www.trianglerunwalkforautism.org

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Light the Night Walk Leukemia & Lymphoma Society 5:30 pm Halifax Mall, Raleigh www.lightthenight.org/nc

Raleigh Volleyball Club Tryouts

10/28

All leagues: 11U-18U, Travel, Regional, Elite, National, etc.

St. David’s School 3400 White Oak Rd www.vb1.us

Raleigh Police Memorial Foundation 2 pm Cameron Village, Raleigh www.capitalrunwalk.com

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Light the Night Walk

Monster Dash

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City of Oaks Marathon and Rex Healthcare Half Marathon 7 am NC State Univ. Bell Tower (Hillsborough St) www.cityofoaksmarathon.com

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Wakefield 5K Run, Skinny Turkey Half-Marathon Benefits Just Think First…Choices Count Wakefield High School 2200 Wakefield Pines Drive 919-308-4838 www.wakefieldhsconnect.org

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Raleigh Jingle Bell Walk/Run for Arthritis St. Mary’s School, 900 Hillsborough St. www.Arthritis.org/jinglebellrun

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Artsplosure First Night Raleigh 2013 Multiple venues, Fayetteville Avenue www.artsplosure.org

OTHER 10/11-21

North Carolina State Fair 1025 Blue Ridge Road 919-821-7400 www.ncstatefair.org

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2012 WRAL Raleigh Christmas Parade Greater Raleigh Merchants Association 9:40 am, Downtown Raleigh 919-755-9325 www.grma.org

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A Life of Education, Leadership

Victoria Privott Embraces New Role As Wakefield Elementary Principal

By STEPHANIE FRIEDL 919 Magazine Writer

Continuing her life’s work as an educator and leader, Victoria Privott is enthusiastically embracing her new role as the principal of Wakefield Elementary School.

New to Raleigh, Privott began her teaching career in Charlotte before moving to Washington, D.C. to work during Michelle Rhee’s (chancellor of the Washington, D.C. public schools at the time) administration in the hopes of being a part of her educational reform movement.

“I am looking forward to working at WES,” said Privott.

“The school has a very talented staff

and involved parent community, and I am planning on partnering with them to find the best ways to serve all of our students’ needs.”

Privott, who has a B.S. in English Education and an M.A. in School Administration, became a teacher because she wanted to serve children and her community in a real and effective way. “I was a young mother

and wanted to set the example for my own children of what they could accomplish through education,” she said. “I found the most effective way for me to do that was as a teacher.”

She is mother of three: Brittany, who graduated from and works for East Carolina University; William, a senior at the University of Maryland at College Park; and Gabriel, a high school senior and football player.

I was a young mother and wanted to set the example for my own children of what they could accomplish through education. I found the most effective way for me to do that was as a teacher.

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Privott became an administrator in order to be a part of the solution in education. “I wanted to improve the way we value teachers while providing access to an exceptional education to all children,” she said. “I believe the only way I can accomplish that is through leadership and administration.”

As the new principal, Privott’s priority is to build on the accomplishments of WES. She plans to work with students, teachers, and parents to move student achievement to even higher levels, while returning

the school to School of Distinction status. “I plan to create more community partnerships that will provide the resources to help develop 21st century learners,” she said.

Privott is an avid reader and enjoys spending time with family.

“I’m so excited to be back home in North Carolina,” she said. “I have recently gained an appreciation for the blues music I grew up listening to with my dad; I get to start gardening again; and (I can) serve my community in a way that improves the lives of children.”

Victoria Privott Profile POSITION: Principal, Wakefield Elementary School RESIDENCE: Knightdale FAMILY: Three children (Brittany, William, Gabriel) PETS: Reeses (11-year-old Pembroke Welsh corgi) INTERESTS: Reading, gardening, spending time with family

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Making Her Mark

WHS Student Body President Proud Of School, Wakefield Community

By STEPHANIE FRIEDL 919 Magazine Writer

In her senior year at Wakefield High School, student body president Ellen McAlexander is poised to lead and involve her fellow students in a wide range of school-wide and charitable events. “I sought the position of student body president after enjoying my position as junior class vice president very much,” said McAlexander. “I absolutely love being involved in planning and facilitating school events, and I always have a dozen ideas for Wakefield at any given time.”

McAlexander, daughter of Scot and Robin McAlexander of Bedford at Falls River, is proud of the interconnectedness of the Wakefield community. She credits the phenomenal parent support for academics and athletics, the PTSA, and the administrators, teachers, and guidance staff for their unwavering support of WHS students. Of her daughter, mom Robin said, “Ellen is a strong and resilient young woman with her own goals and dreams. She is smart, insightful, compassionate, and empathetic.”

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“The art department is also great -- the sculpture class I took my junior year was by far my favorite elective of high school.”

Raleigh is such a lovely place to live at any age, and I am so thankful to be spending my teenage years here.

ELLEN McALEXANDER

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After graduation, McAlexander hopes to attend either Virginia Tech or Auburn University to study architecture, which combines her love of math and art. This past summer, in addition to volunteering with Habitat for Humanity, she spent a week at a Virginia Tech architecture program and came away inspired by the trends in design to use sustainable materials. “I can’t wait to travel the globe and take in different styles of architecture, and hopefully to one day leave my mark on beautiful cities all over the world,” said McAlexander. www.919Magazine.com

But for now, McAlexander is busy making her mark at WHS. In addition to her student government responsibilities, she is running cross country for her fourth year -- this year as captain of the women’s team.

In her free time, she loves to read, run, paint, travel, and spend time with her family which also includes her 15 year old brother, Graham, and their rescue dog, Oscar. “Raleigh is such a lovely place to live at any age, and I am so thankful to be spending my teenage years here,” said McAlexander. “There is no shortage of fun things to do on weekends between the parks, downtown, Falls Lake, and being so close to both the mountains and the beach.”

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SCHOOL: PARENTS: RESIDENCE: SIBLING: PETS: INTERESTS:

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Wakefield High School (Senior) Scot and Robin McAlexander Bedford at Falls River Graham (15) Oscar (rescue dog) Running, photography, reading, painting, traveling

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››› 919 FAMILY PROFILE

Wakefield Plantation Couple Loves Area’s Convenience, Quality of Life

By STEPHANIE FRIEDL 919 Magazine Writer

For Shawna and Lynn Goins of Wakefield Plantation, nothing beats living in the Raleigh area.

Shawna, originally from Vermont,

and Lynn, a Raleigh native, love the diversity of the area and enjoy the amenities, convenience, and quality of life. “We don’t feel there is another place we would prefer to live that provides us with the things most important to us,” said Lynn.

Together, they own Rapid Refill Ink, a full service ink and toner printer cartridge supplier and professional print and copy service, with two locations in Raleigh. The Goins are proud to own a business that offers a “green” product at a reduced price while helping spread the recycling message throughout the community and schools offering programs that pay money back

We don’t feel there is another place we would prefer to live that provides us with the things most important to us.

LYNN GOINS to these organizations. If that doesn’t keep them busy enough, Shawna, a graduate of Meredith College, is the manager of Brunk & Laster Orthodontics and Lynn, a Friendship Christian School alum, owns an IT staffing firm.

Lynn and Shawna Goins Family Profile RESIDENCE: Wakefield Plantation PROFESSIONS: Owners, Rapid Refill Ink;

Lynn – Owner of IT staffing firm

Shawna – Manager, Brunk & Laster Orthodontics PETS: 12 year old Jezabel (Jezzie), miniature pinscher INTERESTS: Lynn – Home improvement, Rex Wellness Center;

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Over 10 years ago, Shawna and Lynn were introduced via a blind date orchestrated by Lynn’s mom, Gracie. An agent with CB/HPW, Gracie was helping Shawna with the purchase of her first home and insisted she go on a blind date with her son, Lynn. The two have been together ever since and recently celebrated their 10th wedding anniversary. “We like to joke that www.919Magazine.com

Gracie not only sells homes but sells husbands, too,� said Shawna.

A former competitive figure skater and Miss Teen Vermont, Shawna enjoys exercising, walking their beloved -- but admittedly high-maintenance and spoiled --miniature pinscher, Jezzie, and coaching and judging pageants at the state and national levels.

Lynn, who started his company at age 23, enjoys going to Rex Wellness Center in Wakefield and doing home improvement projects around the house. This busy couple also enjoys attending Crossroads Fellowship in Raleigh and being a part of a small group outside of church. They have been involved in programs mentoring children and helping adults working towards their GED and are in the final process of becoming licensed foster parents.

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Look, Up in the Sky! It’s Flying Discs, Not Golf Balls, In the Air at North Raleigh Park

website, www.pdga.com.

“There are a few differences, though. Disc golf rarely requires a greens fee, you won’t need to rent a cart, and you never get stuck with a bad tee time.”

It also is quite popular, because it can be played from school age to old age. The PDGA boasts a member base of more than 40,000 – but estimates millions participate worldwide on an amateur basis.

By STEPHANIE FRIEDL 919 Magazine Writer

What is disc golf, and why are there several courses in the Raleigh area – including the Cedar Hills Rotary Park in North Raleigh?

Since 1984, the local park has offered an 18-hole disc golf course located in the Six Forks area just off Millbrook. The course is roughly 5,000 feet long and can be challenging due to the wooded area in which it is built.

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Golf Association. “Disc golf shares the same joys and frustrations as traditional golf, whether it’s sinking a long putt or hitting a tree halfway down the fairway,” notes the PDGA

Cedar Hills attracts a good share of those participants, and earlier this year even hosted the Raleigh Winter Jam, a PDGAsanctioned C-Tier event that benefitted the North Carolina Food Bank. “Cedar Hills is a very nice,

Cedar Hills Rotary Park Disc Golf Course ADDRESS: 5600 Sweetbrier St. (off Millbrook), Raleigh YEAR OPENED: 1984 TERRAIN: Moderately hilly; heavily wooded HOLES: 18 COURSE LENGTH: 4,673 ft.

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Disc golf rarely requires a greens fee, you won’t need to rent a cart, and you never get stuck with a bad tee time.

PDGA website well kept course, with 18 holes that range from short to long, wooded to open, downhill to uphill, and more,” according to www.NCdiscgolfcourses. com website. “This is a great course to refine your skills, and can keep you coming back week after week.”

Disc golf is played by tossing a flying disc into a chained basket. To win the game, one must do this in as few throws as possible. Players must stand and toss their disc from the “tee,” usually a concrete pad.

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There are three different disc types used: Putters, all-purpose mid-range, and drivers. Experienced players know which discs to use for different scenarios, such as slow-flying putters whose courses are predictable and straight for smaller distances.

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Cedar Hills Rotary Park has no fees for playing its disc golf course, and includes amenities such as restrooms and hole signs. It is located at 5600 Sweetbriar Street in Raleigh. For more information on disc golf, visit www.pdga.com.

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Unique Exchange Program Sends MHS Students to Beijing for Year

By STEPHANIE FRIEDL 919 Magazine Writer

Millbrook High School, an International Baccalaureate World School, is offering four of its 11th grade Chinese language students the opportunity of a lifetime through an exchange program with Beijing Royal School (BRS) in China. This unique program allows Millbrook students one year of study at BRS, while BRS sends several students to Millbrook that same year.

“Millbrook was authorized as an IB World School just over two years ago,” said Loren Baron, diploma coordinator for the International Baccalaureate Programme at MHS. Last year Millbrook entered

into a relationship with BRS, a private school in Beijing run by Wong Guangfa. “We established what we think is the first and only international exchange program between two specific schools,” said

With an increasing awareness and interest in international language and culture studies, the IB World School program is growing and expanding.

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Baron. “We are thrilled by the results as we embark on our second year,” added Baron. “We are excited to see the program continue and thrive.”

During their study abroad this year, MHS students Mike Colores, Alex Uzzell, Haley Epps, and Annie Dang are matched with host families upon arrival in Beijing, live in the student dorms at BRS, and study alongside their Chinese classmates.

Students select from coursework that includes an extensive menu of AP courses -- all taught in English -- as well as those designed specifically for MHS students, including Chinese language, martial arts, and Chinese history and culture.

During the school year, students spend much of their time studying due to the demanding coursework at BRS, but will spend holidays with their host families and have time for cultural excursions. “They

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have already visited the Great Wall and a traditional Chinese herbal medicine museum,” said Baron.

Likewise, the students from BRS stay with MHS host families and study the required English and U.S. History courses, as well as core subjects in math and science. “On top of that, we purposefully provide opportunities to match their own interests and encourage time for extracurricular experiences,” explained Baron. “We have one student who is currently taking orchestra, and I have already received a number of pictures

of BRS students wakeboarding, kayaking, and visiting Emerald Isle.”

It is through these student experiences that the MHS IB Programme is reaching its goals to increase opportunities for students, strengthen its Chinese language program, increase the international environment presented at school, and strengthen ties to global education organizations.

For more information about the Millbrook High School Diploma Programme, visit mhs. wcpss.net or go to www.ibo.org.

We established what we think is the first and only international exchange program between two specific schools. We are thrilled by the results as we embark on our second year.

LOREN BARON

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919 BUSINESS PROFILE ‹‹‹

Gifts Grooming Accessories Spa Treatments

Dirty Dogs Spa and Boutique Designed to Pamper Canines Dirty Dogs Spa and Boutique is uniquely designed to pamper your canine companions with only the best in grooming, spa treatments, pet accessories, and pet related gift items. “We are dedicated to providing you and your pet with the highest quality unique and hard to find pet products in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere,” said Vanessa Davis, Dirty Dogs Spa and Boutique CEO.

First-time self-service spa customers are guided step by step and provided everything from the all-natural shampoos and conditioners, pet safe dryers and grooming tools, to a finish of a spritz of doggie cologne like Timmy Holedigger or CK-9. For discriminating customers who desire a bit more pampering, the spa offers pampering treatments such as blueberry facials and pawdicures.

We are dedicated to providing you and your pet with the highest quality unique and hard to find pet products in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

VANESSA DAVIS

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The origin of the business came about when Davis -- an interior designer by trade -- was conducting her own research to provide her dog Taylor, now chief canine officer, with all-natural and organic skin care products to alleviate his allergies and skin issues. She and Brent Robbins, formerly in logistics and now vice president of operations, combined this research with their love for dogs and opened Dirty Dogs Spa and Boutique in early 2012.

At the spa, customers can pamper their pooch with an assortment of services including the self-service doggie spa, full service grooming, de-shedding and flea treatments, massage lotions, paw rubs, tooth brushing, and fur conditioning. The boutique offers a variety of leashes and collars, pet accessories, and unique pet related gift items. “We are proud to offer products of the highest quality and variety including unusual treats like Bowser Beer and Barkandy Wine by Bark Vineyards,” said Davis.

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At Wakefield and Millbrook High Schools, Educators Boost Benefits of Band Experience When many people think of fall Friday nights, they think high school football and the players, but just as many students -- maybe more -- are involved in the weekly event as part of the marching band. And while that may be where these music directors, teachers, band volunteers and musicians are most visible, it’s only a small part of what they juggle each fall. As Wakefield High School Band Director Morgan Copeland and Millbrook High School Band Director Natalie Kerr explain for readers of 919 Magazine, their high school music programs are also involved in fall marching competitions, parade appearances, and – of course – ongoing fundraising activities.

The Music Directors A Conversation with MHS Band Director Natalie Kerr

A Conversation with WHS Band Director Morgan Brockman

What is the history of the Millbrook High School band and music program?

What is the history of the Wakefield High School band and music program?

Kerr: The band program was established in 1923. I am not familiar with the full history. I know previous directors included Richard McMahon and Jason Heard.

What is the size of the MHS program?

Kerr: We have approximately 125 students involved in the MHS band program this year. This includes Marching Band, Concert Band, Jazz Band, Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, Musical Orchestra, All-District and All-State Honors Bands.

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Brockman: The band program has been around since the school was established in the early 2000s. I took over the program last year, following the original band director, Josh Potter.

What is the size of the WHS program?

Brockman: The program consists of about 150 members of the marching band, concert band and color guard programs.

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Millbrook High School Band Director Natalie Kerr

Who are the others on the MHS music team?

Westfield High School Band Director Morgan Copeland

Who are the others on the WHS music program team?

Kerr: We have staff that help with specialty areas, such as guard, percussion, and visual.

What are the specifics of the MHS Marching Band?

Kerr: MHS Marching Band has 73 members. Austin Neubert and Joey Nienstedt are drum majors (they conduct the ensemble and help run rehearsals). Last year, we won the AAAA class at Ragsdale Festival of Bands, winning 1st place in music, marching, effect, guard, and drum major.

What competitions and appearances are planned this year?

Kerr: We performed at the Panther Creek Invitational in Cary on Sept. 29; and we will compete at Clinton on Oct. 6; Fuquay-Varina, Oct. 20; Ragsdale Festival of Bands, Oct. 27; and Cary Band Day, Nov. 3. In additions, we will perform in the Raleigh Christmas Parade on Nov. 17.

Brockman: The rest of the performing arts team members include Paul Orsett, Brian Munoz, Philip Mullinax and Shannon Proctor.

What are the specifics of the MHS Marching Band?

Brockman: The marching band as 105 members.

Drum Majors are Stephen Sloyer and Haley Sheehan, and they are responsible for the general operations of day to day rehearsal, as well as conducting the marching band at all public performances. The Marching Band has been a finalist four times and Band Of America Regionals, four times at Winter Guard International Championships, a 2011 Pepsi Refresh Winner and many local grand championships.

Other than the school system, how is the band and music program at MHS funded?

What competitions and appearances are planned this year?

Kerr: MHS Band Boosters are integral in helping the band program exist. As we all know, instruments, performances, travel, and competitions/festivals are expensive. The boosters organize and provide fundraising opportunities for families to help offset the costs of our major events, such as Marching Band, and classroom instrument and supply expenses.

Brockman: We were at the Panther Creek High School Invitational Sept. 29. We are hosting the Heart of Carolina Invitational Oct. 6; attending the Western Carolina University Tournament of Champions Oct. 20; attending the Sanderson Capitol Classic Oct. 27; and attending the Cary Band Day Nov. 3. In addition to the competitions and football games this fall, we will perform in the Raleigh and Wake Forest Christmas parades.

Kerr: My goal is to continue to develop and build the program so that each year we are stronger within our ensembles and the students continue to learn to take ownership in their program, which will lead to their continued success in future years.

What other music groups are part of the WHS program?

What are your priorities, aspirations and goals for the music program this year?

How long have you been at MHS, and what is your professional background?

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Brockman: Wakefield High School has a Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble, Jazz Band, Pep Band, Full Orchestra, Pit Orchestra, Varsity, Junior Varsity and Middle School Winter Guard and a Winter Percussion Ensemble.

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Other than the school system, how is the band and music program at MHS funded?

Kerr: This is my sixth year at MHS. I have taught band for 12 years, grades ranging 3rd grade through high school. I also worked as a private piano teacher for six years.

What is your general philosophy on teaching music to high school students?

Kerr: All students should have music in their education.

Students should not only learn to play an instrument or use their voice, but they also need to learn about the history and context of music theory, which will support their performance learning. All students can benefit from music programs in their own special way.

What was your inspiration to become a music instructor?

Kerr: Music has always been a huge part of my life. I stayed in marching band when I went to college -- but I dropped piano for a semester, since I didn’t originally plan to be a music major. Once I started taking lessons again, I realized music had to be a part of my life in this way. I moved into the music program at UNC-Chapel Hill and finished with a Bachelor in Music and Masters of Art in Teaching degrees.

Brockman: Funding primarily comes from the Band Boosters who conduct multiple spirit nights, fundraisers and fruit sales to make our budget work. We also host our own marching band and winter competitions, which help. Without this funding, we would not be able to put on the spectacular performances and gives our students the opportunities we do at Wakefield.

What are your priorities, aspirations and goals for the music program this year?

Brockman: My number one goal is that the students need to enjoy themselves and take away the bigger purpose of what the program stands for -- and that is, we are not just molding great musicians, but we are molding great people who will contribute to our society.

How long have you been at WHS, and what is your professional background?

Brockman: This is my second year at Wakefield and my 7th year as a teacher. I started back in Wake County Schools in 2006, moved to San Antonio, Texas, to teacher for two years, and returned to Wakefield High School in 2011.

What is your general philosophy on teaching music to high school students?

Why is a music education important in public schools?

Brockman: My philosophy is to set students up for success by creating a warm, welcoming environment that encourages student growth.

Kerr: Music education allows students to use their brains in ways most cannot comprehend. They are using science, math, health/fitness, language, literacy, and history everyday to help them become better musicians and performers.

What was your inspiration to become a music instructor?

Brockman: I had incredible music teachers growing up that made a huge impact on me. My high School band director was the most influential person in my life.

Why is a music education important in public schools?

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Kat Davis and Lance James,

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Brockman: Music education allows students to have an outlet of expression, while still making students accountable, responsible and disciplined. It requires the team to work in a way that can rarely be compared. It is the definition of dedication.

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Successful Sloyer Excels With Music, As Well As Being All-Star Academic

By STEPHANIE FRIEDL 919 Magazine Writer

The drum major is the student leader of the marching band who helps with rehearsals and leads the band in performance. Wakefield High School senior Stephen Sloyer currently holds this prestigious position for the WHS marching band. He was selected last May after a rigorous process that included writing an essay, interviews, and a conducting audition.

Sloyer, son of Joan and Greg Sloyer of Remington Forest, plays alto, tenor, and

soprano sax. “I’ve played an instrument for seven years, and I got involved in band because my dad played saxophone,” said Sloyer. For Sloyer, the most rewarding aspect of being a drum major is conducting the show music, “because it allows you to express yourself without actually playing an instrument,” he said.

As drum major, Sloyer is responsible for leading the band through stretches, visual block, and music warmups. He is expected to be an overall leader for the band and is sometimes asked to conduct music during the show. Speaking of his duties, Sloyer said, “The most challenging aspect is living up to everyone’s expectations of an ideal drum major.” For his exemplary efforts, Sloyer received the outstanding rookie award his freshman year and the instrumental achievement award his junior year.

Sloyer is not only a successful drum major and musician, but an all-star academic as well. A member of the A Honor Roll since his freshman year and an AP Scholar, Sloyer’s favorite subjects include physics and calculus because, as he explained, “I want to understand how the universe works.” After high school, he plans to attend college to pursue an aerospace engineering degree.

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Band Experience Teaches Nienstedt Both Life Lessons, Leadership Skills

By STEPHANIE FRIEDL 919 Magazine Writer

As drum major for the Millbrook High School marching band, Joe Nienstedt is no stranger to hard work and dedication. “I am responsible for leading the band by example and conducting the band,” said Nienstedt. “I also help the director with rehearsals and behind the scenes.”

Nienstedt is one of five sons of Millbrook High School Band Booster president, Donna Nienstedt and father Ted Nienstedt -- a software design engineer -- and is in his junior

year at MHS. In addition to his role as drum major with the MHS band, he plays trumpet, is working toward becoming an Eagle Scout, is an A/B honor roll student, and aspires to be a youth pastor.

Nienstedt got his start in music when his mom encouraged him to try band in middle school. He enjoyed the experience, and since then, he has become an accomplished trumpet player and is teaching himself how to play guitar.

“Band has been a great place to be myself,” said Nienstedt. “I was able to break out of my shell and have learned many life lessons as well as leadership skills.” To this day, his mom still inspires him to stay focused and never give up.

At school, Nienstedt appreciates the variety of people, the support of his teachers, and his principal. He admits that although dealing with a variety of people and their personalities can be challenging at times, assuming the role of drum major is rewarding. “People trust you, and you are able to help others improve,” he said. “You help the group work together to get the job done, and I’ve been able to make good friends.”

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Fundraising An Important Aspect To School Band Program Success

Work with MHS Band Boosters Important, And Has Its Rewards

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As co-president of the Wakefield High School Band Boosters, Michelle Skerlos helps lead the group’s efforts to support the school’s outstanding and highly decorated band program. Under the direction of Morgan Brockman, more than 200 students participate in the comprehensive program comprised of an auditioned Wind Ensemble, two Concert Bands, a Marching Band, a Symphonic Band for non-marchers, three Winter Guards, a Winter Percussion ensemble, a Jazz Band, various chamber ensembles, and an AP Music Theory program.

Skerlos, Wakefield Plantation resident and mother of three, has been involved in the program since 2008 when her oldest daughter joined the color guard and understands how important fundraising is to the success of the program. “The cost for a student to be in the program is extremely high due to the fact that we travel to competitions,” said Skerlos. “We need to raise

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Donna Nienstedt, president of the Millbrook High School Band Boosters, works tirelessly to lead the efforts to support the school’s bands and ensembles.

As a seven-year member of the Band Boosters and current president, Nienstedt knows full well the importance of the work of the boosters. And as a mother of five -- with two sons who have been involved in the band program -- she knows the rewards.

“I have had two sons go through the MHS marching band,” said Nienstedt. “It was a positive experience, and it helped them to learn a lot about themselves, to work with others, resolve conflicts, and to be a team player.” (See related article in this issue on Nienstedt’s son and MHS drum major, Joe Nienstedt.)

The Millbrook High School Band Boosters is comprised of all of the parents of current band students and includes as board of directors Nienstedt, Peter Schwaller, Christy Claypoole, Linda Butler, and Sarah Wall. “Our biggest challenges are fundraising and volunteer recruitment,” said Nienstedt. “Everyone can help by paying dues and supporting our many fundraising events.”

This year, the boosters intend to help fund the needs of the MHS bands and ensembles, which involves five marching competitions and a number of fundraisers that occur throughout the year. These include fruit sales, CitiPass books, car washes, PNC Arena and Walnut Creek volunteers, and bandstand (indoor concessions at MHS). “Our key initiative for this school year includes a community car wash,” said Nienstedt.

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Co-Presidents Michelle Skerlos, Debbie Blaylock with band students

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RESIDENCE: Wakefield Plantation FAMILY: Husband, Dino; 3 children: Alexandria,18;

Samantha, 15; Peter, 10 PET: Buoy (Golden Retriever) AFFILIATION: Co-President,

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RESIDENCE: North Raleigh FAMILY: Husband, Ted; 5 children:

Andy , 26; Tim, 20;

Robert, 23; Jon, 9; and Joe PETS: Two dogs AFFILIATION: President,

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Protect Home and Family Kitchen Accidents North Raleigh’s Leading Cause of Residential Fires

National Fire Prevention Week (Oct. 7-13) Events 10/7

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North Raleigh Fire Stations Plan Open Houses Imagine: it is the middle of the night, and you smell smoke. Jolting out of bed, you wake your children, collecting a few items along the way. It is unclear where the smoke is coming from, but your focus is on ushering family and pets out of the house as quickly as possible. Suddenly, you find yourself on the sidewalk in front of your home, watching flames lick the windows of your front room. So, what now?

Most will remember the evacuation basics learned during grade school fire drills: Stay close to the floor, test the heat of doorknobs before opening a door, hold a rag against your nose and mouth, etc. But the principles of fire safety vary from school to the home.

October 7-13 is Fire Prevention Week, which began in commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire of 1871 — a disaster that left hundreds of thousands homeless,

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burned 2,000 acres and destroyed 17,400 structures. Since the tragic event, fire safety has become one of the most important lessons for homeowners.

The leading cause of house fires in North Raleigh is kitchen fires due to unattended cooking.

BATTALION CHIEF GREG BRIDGES The theme of this year’s FPW is “Have 2 Ways Out,” or two points of exit from every room in the house. This is a crucial plan to have in place due to the unpredictability of house fires — at any given time, one exit might not be viable.

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Raleigh Fire Department stations in North Raleigh plan open houses as part of the observance of FPW, and Battalion Chief Greg Bridges provided additional suggestions for North Raleigh residents, such as the importance of not leaving a kitchen when cooking.

“The leading cause of house fires in North Raleigh is kitchen fires due to unattended cooking,” said Bridges, who noted that, unfortunately, not all fires can be prevented. Accidents, faulty wiring, or lightning strikes can also cause house fires. In any situation, families must have specific plans for staying safe. “Have a plan of where everyone will meet to account for each person. When evacuating, stay calm.”

Raleigh Fire Department stations across North Raleigh plan open houses in October, as part of Fire Prevention Week.

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Admission to the event – which benefits the WHS Parent Teacher Student Association – is $5 (children under 12 are free), with a $1 discount for bringing a canned food item (as part of the Students Against Hunger Food Drive for the Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina).

WHS is located at 2200 Wakefield Pines Drive. For more information, email

Wakefield Elementary School Names Simpson President

Millbrook High’s Fall Play Nov. 1-3

Wakefield Elementary School’s new Parent Teacher Association president is Cheryl Simpson.

Other PTA board members for the 2012-2013 school year include: • Secretary: Mary Ann Ottaviano • Treasurer: Barbara Bowers • VP Fundraising: Kellie Stobie • VP Events: Stacy Nelson • VP Communications: Susan Napolitano • VP Membership & Volunteers: Rosemary Ros • Teacher Liaison K-2: Beth Ingram • Teacher Liaison 3-5: Erin Dunbar For more information or to volunteer for the PTA, call 919-562-3555 or visit www.wakefieldes.wcpss.net.

Other board members include Tracy Vander Meer, treasurer; Liz Armbruster, secretary; and Vickie Shaw, faculty representative.

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Admission is $8 for the general public, and $5 for students. MHS is located at 2201 Spring Forest Road.

For more information, call 919-850-8787 or visit

Crown Trophy Supports Charity Groups “Our business believes in helping organizations in which children are benefitted,” said Bob Falkenbach of Crown Trophy, located at 2431 Spring Forest Road in North Raleigh.

Scott Paradis is the 2012-2013 president for the Durant Road Elementary School Parent Teacher Association.

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Described as a play that stimulates discussion and presents a novel and optimist philosophy of the problems of love and death, it was written by Alberto Casella.

Crown Trophy and Awards of Raleigh participated in several recent local events, by donating awards given to participants.

Paradis Leads Durant Road PTA

For more information or to volunteer for the PTA, call 919-870-4220

Millbrook High School’s Drama Department presents “Death Takes a Holiday” as its Fall Play at 7 p.m. Nov. 1-3.

Crown provided awards for the New York Life Comfort Zone Camp Golf Tournament, held Sept. 17 at Brier Creek Country Club. The camp provides comfort and gives hope for children who grieve. Crown also provided awards to the Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood Foundation for its “Let’s Cure AHC 5K Race/Walk” on Sept. 22.

Crown also plans to donate awards to the UNC Lineberger Pediatric Oncology & Hematology Clinic’s “Get Heeled 5K” in Chapel Hill on Oct. 13.

For more information on Crown Trophy, call 919-878-6565 or visit

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WHS Band Hosts Annual Competition Wakefield High School’s 10th Annual Heart of Carolina

Marching Band High Competition is scheduled Saturday, Oct. Wakefield School’s 10th Annual on Heart of Carolina Band Competition is scheduled on Saturday, Oct. 6 atMarching Wolverine Stadium, located on the campus at 2200 6 at Wolverine Stadium, located on the campus at 2200 Wakefield Pines Drive.

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For more information or to volunteer for the PTA, call 919-870-4080 or visit www.brassfield.wcpss.net.

Wakefield 5K Scheduled for Thanksgiving

Wakefield 5K Scheduled for Thanksgiving

Wakefield High School Parent Teach Student Association’s Wakefield 5K and Skinny Turkey Half-Marathon – benefitting Wakefield High School Parent Teach Student Association’s the WHS Just Think First program – is set for 8 a.m.

Wakefield 5K and Skinny Turkey Half-Marathon – benefitting Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 22 at the campus, located at 2200 the WHSPines JustDrive.

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Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 22 at the campus, located at 2200 The JustPines Think First program seeks to raise awareness on Wakefield Drive.

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violence, sex, drugs, alcohol, gangs and negative peer pressure.

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For more information on the event, email pmcchristian@nc.rr.com or visit www.wakefieldconnect.org.

For more information on the “Just Think First”, Race registration is available at www.fsseries.com. visit www.justthinkfirst.com.

For more information on the event, email pmcchristian@nc.rr.com

Two TwoNorth NorthRaleigh RaleighAdministrators Administrators Considered Consideredfor forWCPSS WCPSSAwards Awards

Administrators Raleigh elementary Administratorsatattwo twoNorth North Raleigh elementary school campuses -Pleasant Union Elementary school campuses -- Pleasant Union Elementary School -- -are are School and and Brassfield BrassfieldElementary ElementarySchool School finalists for Wake County Public School System’s finalists for Wake County Public School System’s Principal of the Year and Assistant Principal of the Principal of the Year and Assistant Principal of the Year honors.

Year honors.

Kevin Biles, principal at Pleasant Union, and Kevin Biles,assistant principal at Pleasant Union, Travis Shillings, principal at Brassfield awaitand Travis Shillings, assistant principal await the naming of winners during an Oct.at11Brassfield celebration the naming of winners during an Oct. 11 celebration at Marbles Kids Museum, 201 East Hargett St. in at Marbles Kids Museum, 201 East Hargett St. in Raleigh.

Raleigh.

Pleasant Union is located at 1900 Pleasant Union Pleasant Union is islocated at2001 1900Brassfield Pleasant Union Church Road. Brassfield located at Road.

WHS is located at 2200 Wakefield Pines Drive. For more information,

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New Brassfield Road Elementary School Parent Teacher Crute Newpresident Brassfield PTA President Association for 2012-12013 is Liz Crute.

Church Road.

Brassfield visit is located at 2001 Brassfield Road.

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New Brassfield Road School Parent Teacher PTA officers for the Elementary new school year include: Association president for 2012-12013 is Liz Crute.

Lewis Leads North Ridge Elementary PTA

PTA officers for the new school • VP Programs: Rachel Davis year include:

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Parent Teacher Association president.

• President Elect: Michele Hamiton

• VP Ways & Means: Karen Gring

• President Elect: Michele Hamiton • Treasurer: Stephanie Petzold

• VP Programs: Rachel Davis

• Secretary: Kathy Parzygnat

• VP Ways & Means: Karen For more information or to volunteer forGring the PTA, call 919-870-4080 or visit www.brassfield.wcpss.net.

• Treasurer: Stephanie Petzold

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Parent Teacher Association president.

For more information on the NRES PTA – or to volunteer – visit www.northridgees.wcpss.net.

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VP Programs; and Karen Robinson, VP Communications.

WMS is located at 2300 Wakefield Pines Drive. For more information or to

Secretary Liz Lala.

For more information on the NRES PTA – or to volunteer – visit www.northridgees.wcpss.net.

Five Chosen for Governor’s School Five Millbrook High School students were chosen to participate this past summer in the prestigious Governor’s School of North Carolina, statewide summer residential program for academically or intellectually gifted high school students in the nation.

After auditions and competition in the state review process were completed last March, the MHS students chosen were: Brian Brooks (Mathematics, 11th grade); Lauren Culver (Dance-, 10th grade); Susana Mirabedini (Social Sciences, 11th grade); Blake Pendergrass (Choral Music, 11th grade); and Nebraska Wiggins III (Instrumental Music, 10th grade).

The six-week program, which is open to rising seniors only, with exceptions made for rising juniors in selected performing/visual arts areas, is located on two campuses – Governor’s School West at Salem College in Winston-Salem and Governor’s School East at Meredith College in Raleigh.

Dickerson Opens Design Center Homes by Dickerson opened a custom design center and office headquarters at 7201 Creedmoor Road, Suite 147, in the Stonehenge area.

The new space features four kitchen vignettes showcasing appliances, tile, granite, carpet, fixtures, doors, hardwoods, paint, mirrors, lighting and more.

For more information, visit www.homesbydickerson.posterous. com or email Jenn Norwalk at jenn@homesbydickerson.com.

Diego Ortiz WMS PTSA President Wakefield Middle School Parent Teacher Student Association’s 2012-2013 president is Diego Ortiz.

Other board members include Heather Brooks, secretary; Sally North, treasurer; Joy Spaulding, VP Ways & Means; Melinda Jones,

volunteer for the PTSA, call 919-562-3500 or visit www.wakefieldms.wcpss.net.

McChristian Leads Wakefield PTSA Paula McChristian is the new president of the Wakefield High School Parent Teacher Student Association.

Other 2012-2013 board members include Cheryl Buchanan,

Short Takes Gretchen Struckmeyer received a Triangle Rising Star Award from the Durham Performing Arts Center.

Struckmeyer is a senior at Millbrook High School…

Harrington Bank – located at 1151 Falls River Avenue in North Raleigh – celebrated its 5-year Anniversary in August with a Community Appreciation Day, featuring food, fun and games…Wakefield High School’s football safety Xavier Smith committed to East Carolina University last summer…Jenny Wicker and Stacie Patrone opened The Parlor at North Ridge recently in the North Ridge Shopping Center (6196-112 Falls of the Neuse Road)… Brian Nobles, a Millbrook High School student, committed to play baseball for Western Carolina University after graduation…Madison Jones, son of Michael and Tammy Jones and a student at Ravenscroft School, served as a page recently for the North Carolina State Senate… Wake County school board recently approved new magnet programs at three North Raleigh schools: Fox Road Elementary, Carroll Middle and Green Elementary…Send news items about your children, students, church, school, organization, club, troop, or group to info@919Magazine.com.

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Robin, who has loved and cared for pets all her life, left the business world to do what she likes most – caring for animals. “My passion for animals is just about as strong as it is for my family members,” said Robin. “This is the perfect business for me as I am able to care for them unconditionally as they show the same love to me.”

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courtesy. “We work diligently to ensure that our pet sitters and dog walkers are of the highest quality and integrity,” said Robin.

Snaggle Foot Dog Walks & Pet Care upholds the highest standards for its employees who must pass a drug screen, reference check, and an eight-point background screen.

“We understand our pet owning clients entrust us with an enormous responsibility in caring for both their pets and their home,” said Robin.

Pike works hard to make her clients’ experience worry free and simple offering many conveniences, such as 24/7 online account access -- complete with pet profiles and appointment monitoring, multiple visit discounts, flexible scheduling options, and personalized visit reports.

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State Fair Time

Rides, Food, Games, Music, and Exhibits Highlight North Carolina’s Annual Event

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By VIRGINIA REED

2012 DATES: Thursday, Oct. 11-Sunday, Oct. 21 2012 THEME: Bumper Crop of Fun LOCATION: State Fairgrounds,

1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh PHONE: 919-821-7400 WEBSITE: www.ncstatefair.org OFFICIALS: Steve Troxler, Commissioner,

State Department of Agriculture;

Wesley Wyatt, State Fair Director FIRST YEAR: 1853 2011 ATTENDANCE: 1,009,173 ADMISSION: Adults, $8 ($6 advance through Oct. 11)

Children (6-12), $3 ($2 advance)

Children (5 and under), Free

Military, $5 (gate sales only)

Seniors (65 and older), free HOURS: Gates, 8 am-12 pm *

Admission Ticket Booths, 8 am-9:45 pm

Midway Rides Ticket Booths, 9:30 am-11 pm *

Midway Rides (Thu-Sat), 10 am-12 pm

Midway Rides (Sun-Wed), 10 am-11 pm *

Exhibit Halls, 9 am-9:45 pm *

Amusement park rides, fried food, arcade games, giant vegetables, live music — these are the things that attract hundreds of thousands of people each year to the North Carolina State Fair in Raleigh. In 2010, a record one million people over the course of the 10-day event came to enjoy the festivities.

Scheduled for Oct. 11-21 at the State Fairgrounds in Raleigh, the event staff already have concerts lined up for each night in the Dorton Arena, including two highly anticipated shows from North Carolina’s own Scotty McCreery (of American Idol fame).

Free entertainment is always an option for fairgoers of all ages, including pig races, magicians, clowns, ventriloquists, horse shows, cooking contests and musicians from the area. Of course, many visitors choose to stay until the nightly fireworks show, which begins at 9:45 p.m. before the fair closes.

Along with music, rides and games, the fair features many exhibits for agriculture. This includes record-sized vegetables and fruits, flower and garden shows, the Village of Yesteryear, pigs, and cows.

“Most fairgoers are excited about the new things, but they really come out for their personal favorites. It might be the agricultural exhibits for one person and the midway rides for another. Each person creates their own fair traditions,” said Paul Jones, NC State Fair public information officer.

Not only is the State Fair a great annual way to spend time with family and friends, as well as enjoy the beautiful North Carolina fall weather, it is a major way in which citizens can support the state’s top industry: agriculture.

“The State Fair ... highlights the diversity of products grown and raised in North Carolina. It’s also important because the State Fair is the only opportunity many people living in cities get to interact with farmers and agriculture,” said Jones.

Those interested can find more detailed information and schedules at www.ncstatefair. org, as well as follow the State Fair blog at www.ncstatefair.org/blog or connect on Facebook and Twitter.

* Except Oct. 11, when fair opens at 3 pm

State Fair Timeline 1853 . . . . . . . . . . . . State Agriculture Society holds first State Fair

(four days long; 4,000 attendees on busiest day 1861-1868. . . . . . . . Fair suspended due to Civil War

and Reconstruction Period 1873. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fair moves to new site across from NC State Univ.

1884. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electricity first used at State Fair 1891. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fair’s first Midway ride constructed

(Switchback Railway) 1905. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pres. Theodore Roosevelt speaks to fairgoers 1910. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . First airplane exhibited at Fair 1916. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cary United Methodist Church serves

first ham biscuit 1942-1945. . . . . . . . Fair suspended due to World War II 1954. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . WUNC-TV airs its first telecast from the

Fair on opening day 1961. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fair expands to six days 1965. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . White, African-American 4-H groups

compete together for first time 1969. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fair expands to nine days 1976. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pres. Gerald Ford speaks to fairgoers

1986. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fair expands to 10 days 1992. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pres. George H.W. Bush speaks to fairgoers 2008. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fair expands to 11 days 919 Magazine877,939 WK 2009

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LearningRx Programs Find, Treat the Causes Of Learning Struggles Photo by Mehdi Mirian Photography

LearningRx is a successful nationwide network of brain training centers with a location right here in North Raleigh.

With expertise in finding and treating the causes of learning and reading struggles, the programs offered by LearningRx have tremendous benefits for those seeking to increase academic and work performance.

Recent scientific research shows the brain has an amazing capacity called neuroplasticity – the ability to change. LearningRx Brain Training programs leverage this capability to change people’s lives for the better when it comes to learning and processing information. “We work one-on-one to develop the key learning and processing skills: attention, short-term and working

memory, long-term memory, processing speed, visual and auditory processing, and logic and reasoning,” said LearningRx center director Erin Whiteley.

This approach is not traditional tutoring, which is typically a re-teaching of information that should have been learned the first time through.

LearningRx finds the cause of the struggle and then treats the cause rather than the symptoms. “There are some great learning and tutoring centers here in the area, but if your child has missed some academic learning due to weak cognitive abilities struggled year after year with the same problems, tutoring is not the solution,” said Whiteley. For many school-aged kids, participating

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in brain training first, and then filling in those academic gaps, can be a much more efficient way to tackle what has been an ongoing learning problem.

Weaknesses in mental processing skills affect people at all ages and seasons of life. LearningRx clients also include college students who struggle with a full course load, or who have to re-take the same classes time and again, adults who need an edge to be competitive in their career field, TBI (traumatic brain injury) survivors with lingering memory or processing issues, and senior adults looking to maintain their mental acuity and stave off age-related mental decline.

New clients can expect a challenging, fun, supportive, and encouraging environment focused on helping them unlock their potential so they can be free to follow their unique dreams and passions in life. The starting point is a cognitive skills assessment that measures the core skills that need to be strong for effective, efficient learning and performance. “We only test the core mental processing skills for what we know we can change – this keeps our assessment short and affordable,” said Whiteley. And the results are permanent, measurable, and guaranteed. We guarantee (and consistently see) a 2-4 year skill gain in an average of 24 weeks – virtually unheard of in most interventions.

Thousands of clients have gone through the LearningRx programs, and data result reports are available at the company website www.learningrx.com/raleigh.

“Our unique, one-on-one, personalized brain training was designed not only to get great results, but also to be fun in the process,” said Whiteley. “Think of it like having a personal trainer for your brain.”

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Page Farms Pumpkins Hayrides, Corn Maze, more Weekends (thru season) 6100 Mt. Herman Rd 919-596-3227 www.pagefarmsraleigh.com

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Crop Walk 2 pm North Raleigh Presbyterian Church 1905 Strickland Rd www.northraleighpc.org/

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Fun Fest Evening 6:45-8:30 pm Baptist Grove Church 7109 Leesville Rd www.baptistgrovechurch.org

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Holiday Crafts Fair Chabad Center of Raleigh 7400 Falls of the Neuse Road 919-847-8986 www.jewishraleigh.org

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Holiday Open House Wake Forest Downtown 919-570-1372 www.wakeforestdowntown.com

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Holiday CafĂŠ and Bake Sale Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church 5000 Lead Mine Road 919-781-4548 www.holytrinityraleigh.org

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››› 919 REGION NC Crime Lowest Since 1977 North Carolina Attorney General Roy Cooper recently reported that the state’s crime rate last year was the lowest since 1977, despite homicide increasing 6 percent.

In Wake County, the 2857.7 crimes per 100,000 residents in 2011 was a small increase of 0.9 percent.

Federal Grant to Fund Raleigh’s Train Station

Propane Police Cars Cut Costs

Federal government funding will begin work on a new Raleigh passenger train station in the former Dillon Supply building downtown.

Twenty hybrid propane-powered patrol cars operated by the Raleigh Police Department have resulted in savings of more than $22,000.

Conversion of 10 of the vehicles to propane last year was funded by a grant from the Triangle Clean Cities Coalition; the additional 10 cars funded with a federal Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant earlier this year. All the cars also run on gasoline or ethanol mix fuel.

The 20 hybrid propane-powered patrol cars have been driven 162,436 miles, using 22,592 gallons of propane and displacing the use of 20,333 gallons of gasoline, according to the department. A propane fueling station is located the North District Substation at 6716 Six Forks Road.

WHAT’S GOING ON AT RDU? Local residents and visitors traveling by plane to-and-from Raleigh-Durham International Airport have no doubt noticed all the activity at Terminal 1 – the beginning of a $68 million renovation.

Scheduled for completion in 2014, the facelift will provide nine gates, primarily utilized by Southwest Airlines and its subsidiaries.

Terminal 1 was originally constructed in 1982 as a temporary facility, but became a permanent part of the airport.

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The city requested $60 million, but didn't actually expect funding, according to officials. The $21 million will pay for track improvements, with station renovations to occur later.

The grant -- a so-called TIGER grant from the U.S. Dept. of Transportation -- was one of 46 funded, out of nearly 850 applications. Raleigh's current Amtrak station on Cabarrus Street was constructed in 1950, and served nearly 200,000 passengers last year.

More New Students for Wake Wake County Public School System expects at least 4,800 new students for the 2012-2013 school year – the most growth since before the recession began.

Schools officials indicated the increased number represents an improving economy and the continued attractiveness of the Triangle to relocating families.

Volunteers Monitor Greenway A new Greenway Volunteer Program rolled out in August to promote courtesy and safety, provide information to the public utilizing the Capital Area Greenway System, and summon aid to individuals utilizing the Greenway.

The program is an expansion of the Raleigh Police Department Volunteer Program, in cooperation with the Raleigh Parks and Recreation Department. The Greenway is a network of public open spaces and recreational trails throughout Raleigh for walking, jogging, hiking, bird watching, nature study, fishing, picnicking and outdoor fun.

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Male Leadership Academy Opens On Spring Forest Road – For Now Though the long-term home for the new Wake Young Men’s Leadership Academy will be at the former A.A. Thompson School at 567 Hargett St. in downtown Raleigh, home when the school opens Aug. 13 is in modular classroom trailer units next to East Millbrook Middle School on Spring Forest Road.

The all-male campus initially serves 150 students in grades 6-to-9, but eventually will expand to include grades 6-to-12. Students can graduate with up to two years of college credit.

Thompson School is currently occupied by Wake County Government Human Services.

Minor renovations are necessary to convert the facility back to a school.

According to Principal Ian Soloman, the move to the new location is imminent. “We should not expect

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to be at our current location beyond the 2013 calendar year,” he said in a message posted on the school website, adding, “We are a small school, (but we have) big expectations for our young men -- emphasizing scholarship, service and success.”

For more information on WYMLA, call the main office at 919-431-2244, or visit www. youngmen.wakeacademy.org.

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Austin James A Perfect Fit In Expanded Millbrook Role

By STEPHANIE FRIEDL 919 Magazine Writer

Austin James, a lover of baseball and a teacher of math, is Millbrook High School’s new varsity baseball coach. James, a North Carolina State University undergrad and Wake Forest graduate school alum, brings his own vision and leadership qualities to an already successful baseball program.

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“Our first goal is to compete for the conference title,” said James. “This is a very competitive conference, but we have a solid group of players returning from a team that went deep in the state playoffs in 2012.”

James, with his prior JV baseball and soccer coaching experience, applied for the varsity baseball coach opening alongside numerous other qualified candidates. “I was not looking for a baseball coach from the staff at MHS,” said McInnes. “We opened the job up and spoke with several coaches with head coaching experience, but, after hours of interviews, we thought James was the best fit for Millbrook.”

James’ philosophy on winning extends beyond the baseball field. “James teaches his student-athletes about the game of baseball, and more importantly, he includes life lessons about how to win as a person of excellence,” said MHS Athletic Director Scott McInnes. “He is great with kids -- his students and parents love him. He will do an outstanding job.”

James loves the game of baseball, which, he says, “teaches lessons that apply to careers, families, relationships, and many other important aspects of everyday life.” He knows that baseball is a game that requires perseverance, and he is there to help his players learn how to respond to failure and live in the moment.

I am excited to get to work with our guys to continue the solid Millbrook baseball tradition.

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In his fifth year as a math teacher at MHS, James is a standout in the classroom as well. In 2008, he was the recipient of the prestigious Diane Kent-Parker WCPSS Teacher of the Year Award. “It was a wonderful honor,” said James. “But most gratifying is the support from my colleagues and students at Millbrook. I think it’s obvious that I really enjoy my job, and students appreciate that.”

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“I am excited to get to work with our guys to continue the solid Millbrook baseball tradition. I love this school and this community, so this is a wonderful opportunity for me,” he said. “We will continue to develop solid baseball student-athletes who play the game the right way.”

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45th In Student Spending

WE’RE HOT

North Carolina ranked 45th in the nation in per-student spending on public schools in 2010, averaging $8.409 per student (compared to $10,615 in national per-student spending).

Raleigh placed sixth in Yahoo! Finance’s latest “Hottest American Cities in the Future” rankings.

New York ranked highest in the U.S. Census Bureau report at $18,667, followed by New Jersey, Alaska, Vermont, and Wyoming.

Utah ranked lowest, with average per-student spending of $6,064.

Wake County Public School System was listed at $7,727 per-student spending, falling below the state average -- below Chapel Hill-Carrboro schools at $11,167 (highest in North Carolina), and Durham County, at $9,679.

And We’re Not Talking About Summer Weather

The website weighed job growth, demographics, affordability, population growth, livability and other factors in compiling its rankings. “This charming city attracts college students, families and immigrants with its job prospects, safety, affordable housing and short commutes,” wrote Yahoo! Finance editors.

SOURCE: U.S. Census Bureau

Airline passenger traffic at Raleigh-Durham International Airport was up 1.7 percent in the first six months of 2012, handling 2.246 million travelers.

Brooklyn, NY topped the list, followed by Seattle; Austin, Tex.; Portland, Ore.; and Boulder, Col.

Air cargo numbers were down compared to last year, though. In the first half of 2012, shipments were down 17 percent.

SOURCE: Yahoo.com

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Raleigh Population Growth Among U.S. Leading Cities The Census Bureau’s Population Estimates Program showed Raleigh as having a population growth percentage in excess of 3 percent, placing it in the top 10 for U.S. cities population growth rate from 2010 to 2011.

Raleigh’s population estimate for July 2011 is 416,468, which is 3.1 percent more than the previous year’s estimate – the tenth highest percentage increase in the nation. Cary’s 2011 estimate is 139, 633, reflecting an annual growth rate of 3.2 percent, the ninth highest. Durham’s 2.2 percent population growth pushed it ahead of Winston-Salem to the fourth largest city in the state slot.

According to these population estimates, Raleigh edged up a notch to be the 42nd largest city in the U.S. – just behind Omaha, Neb., and ahead of Colorado Springs, Col. Charlottle, North Carolina’s largest city and the 17th largest city in the U.S., grew at a rate of 2.6 percent during the same period.

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6,000 ACRES Named after a former North Carolina governor, William B. Umstead State Park in Northwest Raleigh covers 6,000 acres and includes about 13 miles of multi-use trails and another 20 miles of additional hiking trails.

5% in NC Borrow High Interest Cash Pay Day lending is banned in North Carolina, yet 5 percent of North Carolina adults are regularly using the higher interest, short-term loans – with most of the activity happening online.

Most Pay Day borrowers are between ages 25 and 44 with annual incomes below $40,000. Lenders typically charge an average of $15 per $1,000 borrowed.

SOURCE: Pew Charitable Trusts Lending Study

CNBC ranks North Carolina fourth on its list of America’s Top 5 states for business.

According to the business-oriented television network, the rankings are based on 10 categories utilizing publicly available data – such as cost of living, business friendliness, costs, and education.

Texas ranked first, followed by Utah and Virginia.

SOURCE: CNBC October | November 2012

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