Ryan Speckman, the Locals Seafood co-owner, points out Wanchese on a map, a focal point in North Carolina’s commercial fishing industry. Photo by Angelica Edwards.
The latest from INDY:
In Raleigh, a New Inland Fish House Anchors North Carolina’s Seafood Industry
The seafood industry is largely decentralized. But a new Locals Seafood market and processing facility in East Raleigh is helping get seafood to more North Carolinians.
Students From Two Apex High Schools Showcase Artwork at the Town’s Annual Juneteenth Festival
The Town of Apex will showcase student artwork from two local high schools at its annual “Juneteenth in the Peak” festival on June 15.
With New Renovations, Downtown Raleigh’s Pope House Museum Will Support More Visitors
Renovations to the Pope House, the historic home of one the state’s first licensed Black doctors, will expand its important role in teaching Raleigh’s history.
“Something You Can’t Ignore:” Q&A With Hashem Amireh, Who Was Suspended Following the Pro-Palestine Protests at UNC
Amireh, the president of UNC’s graduate student union, spoke to the INDY about the pro-Palestine student movement and the recent encampment and police confrontation.
Tapped Out: A String of Raleigh Breweries Close Their Doors
Three Raleigh breweries within a half-mile radius shut down early this year. A widening gap between hyperlocal pubs and big-box operations may be to blame.
Schools, Teachers Win Big in Durham County Budget
The total Durham Public Schools allocation in the county budget is just shy of the school board’s $27.5 million request.
Tiny Homes Are Sprouting in Durham Backyards
Tiny homes are popping up in backyards across Durham, where they provide housing for relatives or are rented out for short-term stays and to long-term tenants.
Juneteenth Events Around the Triangle
There are dozens of ways to celebrate Juneteenth around the Triangle this year.
Photo Essay: At Annual Beaver Queen Pageant, Woody Wonka Takes the Crown
The 20th annual event at Duke Park raised upwards of $27,000 for the Ellerbe Creek Watershed Association.
Karrie G. Dixon Will Be NC Central University’s 13th Chancellor
The UNC System Board of Governors unanimously selected Dixon, the current chancellor of Elizabeth City State University, from a pool of 50 initial applicants for the position.
Durham Residents Make Last Requests at Unusually Calm Final Budget Hearing
The city council is expected to vote on the budget at its June 17 meeting.
Op-Ed: Trump Shuttered Durham’s Black-Owned Businesses. Under Biden, We’re Thriving.
In 2020, Joe Biden campaigned on promises to Black voters and as president, he has the receipts to show he’s kept them.
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