Stoney River’s signature dish – coffee-cured filet with Brussels sprouts, $34 – took a while to catch on. “People would come in and say, ‘I don’t know. How strong is the coffee flavor?’” says General Manager Nik Rogers. In the time since the Chapel Hill location of the national franchise opened in February 2017, however, locals […]
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1 The Typist by Caroline Taylor Caroline Taylor’s newest novel focuses on the story of Judah Lundquist, a Midwest-bred typist working for an insurance agency in Washington, D.C. After a one-night stand with a neighbor, Judah must become a seductress and a thief, betraying a trusted friend with a hidden past of his own, to
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“Creamy limeade is a cool, refreshing drink on a hot summer day and something that will leave the neighbors talking!” Erik Monroe-Thompson Pittsboro Roadhouse CREAMY LIMEADE 4 juicy limes (add more or fewer depending on your preferred strength) 4 cups cold water 1 can condensed milk Ice Wash limes, cut into wedges and remove the
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Make Your Own Mudroom With two young daughters, Ashley Clarke says her family was in desperate need of a mudroom in a home that didn’t have one. “Backpacks, rain boots, seasonal gear and all kinds of odds and ends with nowhere to hide had me searching for solutions,” she says. With the help of an
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Shannon Media, Inc. COO Rory Gillis announced today the appointment of Zina Craft to the position of senior account executive for Durham Magazine. Zina will work with new and existing accounts for the city magazine as well as for sister titles Chapel Hill Magazine and Chatham Magazine. She will report to VP/Sales & Marketing Ellen Shannon. Most recently, Zina
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THURSDAY VegFest on the Green – Southern Village is partnering with Triangle VegFest to bring the celebration of plant-based diets to the Village Green once a month through September. Rock out to local bands and check out a variety of vegetarian foods and products. FRIDAY Second Friday ArtWalk – Find out what’s happening at nearly 30
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Living in fast-paced Washington, D.C. took its toll on Lea Shanley’s health, especially after she suffered a moderate concussion. “The lifestyle there is an intense work culture,” she says. “Working long hours often precluded the ability to have a regular workout routine.” So when she moved to Chapel Hill in spring 2016, she decided to
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After decades in medicine that included pioneering the field of neuroradiology, Dr. Ralph Heinz knew he couldn’t just play pingpong in retirement. A former college and semi-pro basketball player, he needed a sport that exercised both mind and body but wasn’t too strenuous on his spine, which has undergone several operations. So, nine years ago
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“Folk Art in the Library” – Friday-Saturday, 9am-6pm – Mike’s Art Truck has curated another art show for the Orange County Public Library. All art is made from southern artists who are self-taught. Admission to the exhibit is free and open to the public during regular library hours. Family Movie Matinee – Friday, 4pm – Bring
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Hi, I’m Cyrus! Don’t let my grumpy face fool you – I’m a friendly, gentle giant with a sensitive side. If I had thumbs, I would write poetry all day. I’m one of the first cats to greet you when you visit, but I get nervous easily around the other cats because I really don’t
