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919 SYLLABUS ‹‹‹Planners7 Community Events7 School Events8 Extracurricular Activities9 Community Sports

Departments6 Publisher’s Notes 30 Yearbook34 Community42 919 Region43 Advertisers Index43 Along the I-540 Corridor44 Bulletin Board46 919 Final Bell

On the CoverLeesville Road Middle School Assistant Principal Sheldon Lanier with students Jordan Hayes and Daniel Caine, members of the Pride Ambassadors. See Page 26.Photo by Mehdi Mirian Photography

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The Cover14 Leesville Family’s Tragic Loss Striving for More Works To Give Emotional Help

16 Total Domination! What’s Behind Leesville’s Huge Success in Volleyball?

24 Delivering Tasty Excellence Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Offers 300 Varieties for New Year

26 Spirit, Service and Learning LRMS Pride Ambassadors Strive for Excellence

Features12 Convenience, Easy Access Leesville Family Appreciates Nearby Medical Facilities

18 Hard Work and Determination Sasha Karelov’s Dreams Come True; Headed to Duke University

20 Passionate and Positive LRHS Senior Hopes to Use Athletic Talents to Help Others

22 Alliance Medical Ministry Benefit North Raleigh’s Blo 24-Hour Cut-A-Thon Planned in February

36 Celebrating 25 Years Jewish Federation Celebrates Its Service to Raleigh Community

38 It’s Finally Official! London Dignitaries Deliver Invitation to LRHS Band

40 Do You Like Airplanes? Here’s the Information on Where to See it all at RDU

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Here’s to the New YearIt’s January 2013 and we are so

excited about the overwhelming success of 919 Magazine.

The community publication has roared onto the North Raleigh scene, and we want to thank Leesville area residents for a great first year.

Every time I’m out in the community meeting with clients, friends and neighbors – or meeting someone new – I am thrilled to see our magazine in your home or in your business. Sincerely, thanks for keeping it local!

Our January/February 2013 edition kicks off with a group of amazing young men. 919 Magazine checks in with Sheldon Lanier, Assistant Principal at Leesville Road Middle School, for details on a program that is changing lives and preparing our youth for the future (Page 26).

No doubt, a top priority for many of us this year will be spending more time with our families. 919 Magazine sits down with the Rogers Family of Leesville (and they’re true Leesville; even the parents graduated from Leesville Road High), to explore the unique complications of raising a son with autism (Page 12).

Also in this issue of Leesville’s very own publication, we provide information on a unique venue at the Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) – the Observation Deck. For those of us fascinated by planes and flying, this is a little-know treasure. Easy to get to – and free – it allows the child in all of us to get a close-up feeling of what it’s like to fly like a bird. Check it out on Page 40.

Plus, don’t miss these informative articles in this issue:•An emotional, moving story about how a Leesville mother lost her

daughter to cancer, and responded by launching a non-profit organization dedicated to providing badly-needed emotional and spiritual support to the families of young victims (Page 14).

•A review of the huge success of the Leesville Road High School volleyball team – and a close up look at two of its biggest stars, Sasha Karelov and Kati Stammen (beginning on Page 16).

•A look at the Jewish Federation of Raleigh-Cary (and the Jewish Community Center), located right here in our community (Page 36).

All of us are now starting a new year, filled with new beginnings, new friends and new experiences. Everything is fresh and shiny – just like a new penny. And there is promise and hope that we will fulfill our greatest expectations and realize the goals we have set for 2013.

Here’s to your New Year!Cheers,

SB SarverPublisher

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COMMUNITY EVENTS

JANUARY1/2-4/24 Playgroup Tot Time Ages 1-5; 9:30-11:30 am, Wed Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 www.raleighnc.gov

1/3-31 Seniorcize (Low-Impact Aerobics) 9-9:45 am; Tue, Thu Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 www.raleighnc.gov

1/5-4/27, 1/8-4/30 Senior Gamesters Table Tennis Various days and times Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 www.raleighnc.gov

FEBRUARY2/1-3/8 Winter Wonderland Art Class Ages 2-4; 11 am-12 pm; Fri Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 www.raleighnc.gov

SCHOOL EVENTS

JANUARY1/13 Youth Ministry Concert 7 pm-8:30 pm St. Francis of Assisi 11401 Leesville Rd 919-847-8205 www.stfrancisraleigh.org/

1/21 Wake Co. School Holiday Martin Luther King Day

1/24 6th Grade Band Performance 6:30 pm-7:30 pm Hilburn Academy 7100 Hillburn Drive 919-571-6800 www.hilburnacademy.net

1/24 Winter Open House 7 pm Trinity Academy of Raleigh 10224 Baileywick Rd 919-786-0114 www.TrinityAcademy.com

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FEBRUARY2/5 Band Concert Leesville Road High 8409 Leesville Rd 818-870-4250 www.leesville.org

2/13 Boosterthon Fun Run All Day Jeffreys Grove Elementary 6119 Creedmoor Rd 919-881-4910 www.jeffreysgrovees.net

2/23 Winterfest Dance 7 pm Leesville Road High 8409 Leesville Rd 818-870-4250 www.leesville.org

2/25-26 CHOMP I Performance 7 pm Sycamore Creek Elementary 10921 Leesville Road 919-841-4333 www.sycamorecreekes.net

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Jan/Feb Lynnwood Grill Live music Wed, 6 pm Trivia Sun, 8 pm 4821 Grove Barton Rd 919-785-0043 www.lynnwoodgrill.com

Jan/Feb Oliver Twist Live Music, belly dancing, other Five nights weekly 8111-137 Creedmoor Rd 919-844-4426 www.theolivertwistlounge.com

Jan/Feb Leesville Tap Room Live Trivia Sun, 8 pm 13200 Strickland Rd #104 919-870-1515 www.leesvilletaproom.com

Jan/Feb Lone Rider Brewery Beer Tasting Thu, Fri 5 pm-9 pm; Sat 2 pm-7 pm Brewery Tours Sat 2 pm-5 pm (7/14, 7/28, 8/11, 8/25) 8816 Gulf Ct, Suite 100 919-442-8004 www.loneriderbeer.com

Jan/Feb Aladdin’s Eatery Wine Nights Mon, Wed, Sun $5 glasses, $16 bottles Tour of Lebanon Free Samples 2nd, 4th Tue 8201 Brier Creek Pkwy 919-806-5700 www.aladdinseatery.com

Jan/Feb Wild Turkey Lounge (Angus Barn) Live Music Nightly 9401 Glenwood Ave 919-781-2444 www.angusbarn.com



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1/14-1/25 City-wide Lacrosse Registration Boys and Girls, grades 2-8 $48 fee for Raleigh residents 919-831-6836

1/28-2/18 Little Goalies Hockey Ages 3-5; 10:30-11:15 am, Mondays Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 www.raleighnc.gov

1/28-2/18 Little Shooters Basketball Ages 3-5; 9:30-10:15 am, Mondays Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 www.raleighnc.gov

2/11-2/22 Youth Colt Baseball Registration Ages 15-18 $36 fee for Raleigh residents 919-831-6836

2/11-2/22 Mini Girls Softball Registration Ages 6-9 $36 fee for Raleigh residents 919-831-6836

2/11-2/22 Spring T-Ball Registration Ages 5-6 $36 fee for Raleigh residents 919-831-6836

2/11-2/22 Spring Baseball Registration Ages 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14 $36 fee for Raleigh residents 919-831-6836

2/11-2/22 Spring Girls Softball Registration Slow Pitch: 10-12, 13-16 $36 fee for Raleigh residents 919-831-6836

2/11-2/22 Adult Spring Softball Registration $24 per player (Raleigh residents) Open, church and coed leagues Walnut Creek Softball Complex 1201 Sunnybrook Rd 919-831-6836


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1/12 Brier Creek 5K Benefits Amercan Cancer Society 8 am Brier Creek Country Club 9400 Clubhill Drive [email protected]

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››› 919 FAMILY PROFILE

The Rogers Family of Leesville thinks of themselves as just your ordinary family. With three boys under the age of five, however, most days are busy, full of life, and sometimes extraordinary.

Andrew, an engineer with Rapid Prototyping, and Carrie, who has her degree in exercise and sports science and now stays home with the boys, have lived most of their lives in Raleigh, having met in high school (Leesville Road High) and subsequently dated in college.

Carrie and Andrew, along with their sons Aiden (age five), Logan (age three), Daniel (age one), and

rescue dogs Roxy and Cooper, are happy to call the Bennington area home. They appreciate its convenient location, quiet neighborhoods, proximity to the mountains and beaches, and plethora of universities with great medical resources –

particularly for their middle son, Logan, who was diagnosed with classic autism a year and a half ago.

Like many people, the Rogers didn’t have any previous experience with autism, so this diagnosis has been an eye opening journey for them. “It took seeing autism first hand in our home to truly understand and accept the complexities,” said Carrie. “For us, it is understanding the differences and accepting that our child is not going to

By STEPHANIE FRIEDL919 Magazine Writer

It took seeing autism first hand in our home to

truly understand and accept the complexities.

CARRIE ROGERS

Rogers Family AppreciatesLeesville’s Convenience,Access to Medical Facilities

Photos by Mehdi Mirian Photography


‘fit the mold.’” Carrie admits it does have an impact on their daily life as they spend a lot of time in waiting rooms for appointments instead of playing outside. “It is very overwhelming at times, and it can make your head spin,” said Carrie. “In our experience, it does take some trial and error to find what works best for your child, but don’t give up.”

However, the Rogers feel lucky to have local expert resources and medical professionals to support their family including Wake County schools, UNC Chapel Hill, Swim America, as well as the Family Support Network of Wake County.

And, as for the boys, Logan is overall happy and healthy, and he and his brothers consider one another the best of friends. On an ordinary day, you’ll find Logan in his Super Mario Brothers Mario costume working on puzzles alongside his baby brother, Daniel – with Aiden nearby making music, which he loves to do.

Rogers Family ProfilePARENTS: Andrew and Carrie RogersRESIDENCE: Bennington neighborhoodCHILDREN: Aidan, 5; Logan, 3; Daniel, 1PETS: Roxy (shepherd mix dog); Cooper (labrador mix dog)


››› 919 VOLUNTEER PROFILE

The numbers are staggering.According to recent data,

approximately 40,000 children under the age of 19 undergo cancer treatment each year with 46 new cancer diagnoses in children and adolescents every single weekday. Tragically, 25 percent of children who are diagnosed will lose their battle with cancer.

Behind these statistics are children and their families struggling to move through the harrowing process of diagnosis, treatment, and hopefully recovery. For Diane Moore, founder and executive director of Striving for More (than a cure), the significance of these statistics is all too real. In 2007, her eight year old daughter, Colleen, was diagnosed with cancer, which began this family’s journey into the world of pediatric cancer. Young Colleen bravely fought this terrible disease for nine agonizing months, but heartbreakingly lost her battle. Though they were grateful for the high quality medical services in the Raleigh area, the Moores found the emotional and spiritual support to be inconsistent and unreliable.

That’s why Moore, who lives in Hawthorne neighborhood with her husband, Vince, and daughter Mackenna, founded Striving

for More, a non-profit volunteer based organization dedicated to ensuring that children with cancer receive quality emotional and spiritual support. “After personally experiencing the dramatic gaps that exist in services while Colleen was battling cancer, I founded Striving for More to pursue dedicated funding for the support so desperately needed,” said Moore. “No family should have to endure childhood cancer alone.”

Striving for More – funded through donations from individuals, corporations, and civic and community based organizations – established the Triangle Childhood Cancer Support Group, which connects families and plans quarterly family events outside of the clinic/


Tragic Loss of Daughter to CancerMoves Diane Moore to Take ActionNon-Profit Group ProvidesEmotional, Spiritual Support



hospital setting for pure fun and relaxation. In addition, through numerous fundraising events and partnerships with local organizations and businesses, Strive for More provides resources and programs designed to directly support children and families in tangible ways such as About Me Clings, Care Kit bags, Beads of Courage, Chemo Ducks, and art expression (more information on all can be found at www.striving4more.org). The organization also supports numerous existing hospital based programs and raise funds for expanding and adding new resources.

To support Striving for More, donate directly,

subscribe to the newsletter, follow on Facebook

and Twitter, and attend community events

and fundraisers. Moore is available to speak

to community organizations to help increase

awareness of childhood cancer and promote the

importance of emotionally supporting children

Diane Moore ProfileAGE: 46POSITION: Founder, President and Executive Director, Striving for MoreRESIDENCE: Hawthorne neighborhood, North RaleighFAMILY: Husband, Vince (19 years); Daughter, Mackenna (age 16; Leesville Road High sophomore

I founded Striving for More to pursue dedicated funding for the support so

desperately needed. No family should have to endure childhood cancer alone.

DIANE MOORE

Striving for More Inc.MISSION: Dedicated to ensuring that children with cancer and their families receive quality emotional and spiritual support.ADDRESS: P.O. Box 97443, Raleigh NC 27624PHONE: 919-339-1214WEBSITE: www.striving4more.org


Undefeated in the regular Cap 8 Conference season, the Leesville Road High School girls’ varsity volleyball team has a lot to celebrate. “The Cap 8 is a very talented conference so just winning games can be difficult – as our first couple seasons showed – but we have worked hard over the years to play better, and this year, we finally displayed confidence in our abilities,” said Coach Taine Mergenthaler.

Coach Mergenthaler credits the experience and hard work of the

18-member team, which represented the best bench in the league. Each team member worked hard in the off-season to get better and played well together as a team, two key ingredients to their successful season. The list of achievements for this championship team is long and, in addition to the undefeated regular season, includes a Cap 8 Conference championship, a Cap 8 tournament championship, Cap 8 player of the year for the second year in a row (see related articles on Pages 18, 20), a 2012 NC Eastern

Regional championship, as well as MaxPreps rankings of first in state, first in 4A, and 14th in the nation.

“I’m very proud of the girls for their accomplishments,” said Coach Mergenthaler. “There were a couple games where teams were making a comeback and our girls just focused and got the job done – it’s hard to beat a team that can do that almost every time.”

Coach Mergenthaler also cites the excitement and attention garnered


A Lot to CelebrateLRHS Volleyball TeamRevels in Huge Success

We are so grateful to all the fans

and parents who supported the girls

this season.TAINE MERGENTHALERLRHS Volleyball Head Coach


from the media and fans as fuel to their winning fire. Traditionally, girls’ volleyball doesn’t draw the largest crowds; but, as Coach Mergenthaler explained, the more games they won, the more support and attention they received, which motivated the girls to show everyone what they could do. “We are so grateful to all the fans and parents who supported the girls this season,” the coach said.

The winning season ended at the state championships when the Pride ladies lost their first and only game of the season. “There were all kinds of emotions during the match and after the match…disappointment, confusion, sadness, anger, frustration,” said Coach Mergenthaler. “Though tough to swallow, we will be a better team in the future because of that experience.”

LRHS Volleyball ProfileCOACHES: Taine Mergenthaler (head coach), Christie DobbinPLAYERS: 18SEASON RECORD: 27-1HONORS: Cap 8 Conference Champions, Cap 8 Tournament Champions, Eastern Regional Champions


››› 919 STUDENT PROFILE

Through hard work and determination, Leesville Road High School senior Sasha Karelov is making her dreams come true. After graduation, Karelov, a member of the Cap 8 conference championship volleyball team, will be attending Duke University on a full scholarship. “Sasha is very competitive and focused on being the best,” said mom Marina. “If she has a goal, she will do whatever in her power to reach it.”

Karelov needed to maintain all A’s and B’s her junior year in order to fulfill her requirements for Duke. Not to settle for anything less, she earned straight A’s, despite her extremely rigorous schedule of classes. “When Sasha called her Duke coach and finally committed to her scholarship, it was a huge moment for all of us,” said Marina.

Karelov looks to her parents, Evgeni, System Administrator for State Employees Credit Union and Marina, Senior Computer Programmer for Fidelity Investments, for inspiration and motivation. “They immigrated to America from the former Soviet Union with almost nothing, and they became super successful through hard work and not taking the easy way out,” said Karelov. Sister Dasha Karelov, age 23, is a graduate of NCSU and was LRHS’s class of 2007 valedictorian.

At school, Karelov enjoys studying history and government and is a member of the school’s political club. She is the recipient of numerous


Alexandra ‘Sasha’ Karelov ProfileAGE: 18SCHOOL: Leesville Road High School (senior)PARENTS: Evgeni and Marina KarelovRESIDENCE: Long LakeSIBLINGS: Dasha, 23 (LRHS, NCSU graduate)PETS: Frankie (dachshund)INTERESTS: Beach volleyball, politics, running, shopping

Hard Work, Determination MakingSasha Karelov’s Dreams Come True

Sasha is very competitive and focused on being the best. If she has a goal, she

will do whatever in her power to

reach it.MARINA KARELOV



academic awards including the Academic Excellence Award, Scholastic Award, and Special Achievement Award. Her successful run on the LRHS volleyball team earned her three-time Cap 8 All Conference and Cap 8 Player of the Year her junior year. Prep Volleyball ranked Karelov in the top 50 junior players in the nation in 2011 and 55th in the nation for the class of 2013.

Karelov has also enjoyed her Triangle Club volleyball experience as both a student athlete on the Triangle 18 Black and Triangle 14 White teams, and as a student apprentice coach for the youth volleyball program. Not surprisingly, Karelov aspires to one day be a Division 1 volleyball coach.


Passionate and positive are two words that describe Kati Stammen perfectly. As a Leesville Road High School senior and volleyball player, Stammen is not only passionate about her chosen sport, but wants to use her talent to help others as well.

After high school, Stammen will attend Appalachian State University on a volleyball scholarship, where she will major in either outdoor recreation or elementary education. All the while, she has her sights set on coaching volleyball. “I have always had an interest in coaching kids on how to become better volleyball players, as well as helping them become better people off the court,” said Stammen. “It’s not just about volleyball, but how you handle conflict and show leadership on and off the court.”

At 10 years of age, Stammen started playing club volleyball. “Kati was approached by a club coach to play for them, and she stood out at even this young age,” said mom Joanne Stammen. “She was a great outside hitter, but since she wasn’t getting taller, she started focusing her energy on the Libero position, and all her hard work has paid off – she now gets to go to the college of her choice.”

Kati’s many high school and club volleyball awards include MVP, All Conference, Player of the Year, Best Receiver, and Best Libero, in addition to her nomination for Prep Volleyball’s Defensive Dandies List in 2011 and 2012, which are the top defensive athletes in the nation. Kati also excels

academically, having earned

honor roll distinction throughout her high school career. “My favorite subject is child development, because I have always been interested in

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Katrina Stammen ProfileSCHOOL: Leesville Road High School (senior)PARENTS: Dave and Joanne StammenRESIDENCE: Wood Valley SubdivisionSIBLINGS: David, U.S. Navy; Laura, LRHS (junior)INTERESTS: Volleyball, spending time with friends, drawing

Passionate, Positive a PerfectDescription of Kati Stammen

I have always had an interest in coaching kids on

how to become better volleyball players, as well as helping them become better people

off the court.KATI STAMMEN


working with kids,” said Stammen. She currently helps coach young players at Triangle Volleyball Club where she enjoys sharing her passion for the sport she loves.

Stammen lives in Wood Valley with her parents Dave and Joanne Stammen. Her brother David is a sailor in the U.S. Navy, and her sister Laura is a junior at LRHS. When not playing volleyball, she enjoys spending time with her friends and drawing. Looking back, Stammen said, “All in all, I had a great four years playing on the varsity volleyball team – I learned new things about myself and how to be a better teammate on the court.”



Blo 24-Hour Cut-A-Thon in North Raleigh Helps Provide Medical CareHair stylists at Blo will

work in shifts over 24 hours on Sunday, Feb. 10 to raise money for Alliance Medical Ministry at the 6th Annual “SNIP, SNIP, GIVE 24-Hour Cut-A-Thon.”

For a donation of $40, the award-winning Blo design team will provide haircuts to the public, beginning at 8 a.m. Sunday through 8 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 11. One hundred percent of money raised from haircuts, retail and raffle sales will go to Alliance Medical Ministry, a local non-profit dedicated to providing affordable medical care to low resource working adults in the Triangle area.

The Blo staff selected Alliance Medical Ministry as this year’s 24-Hour Cut-A-Thon beneficiary because the organization provides an affordable primary medical care home for hard-working adults who do not have healthcare insurance. According to Alliance, more than 150,000 adult residents of Wake County lack access to affordable primary medical care. “We were stunned to learn these facts and are inspired by Alliance Medical Ministry’s vision to offer compassionate and affordable medical care to those who need it most,” said Bryan Nunes, Blo owner. “We’re ready to do our part and believe the community will come out in full force to support Alliance.”

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The 24-Hour Cut-A-Thon continues to grow each year at Blo, located at 8451 Brier Creek Parkway and recognized as the “Salon of the Year” nationally last year by Salon Today magazine. Participants come from as far away as Virginia for the high-energy event, which has raised more than $60,000.

During the event, prizes will be raffled off all day. The grand prize winner will receive free haircuts for a year. Guests also receive discounts on all Redken and Pureology hair care products, styling tools and accessories.

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Blo 24-Hour Cut-A-ThonWHEN: 8 a.m., Sunday, Feb. 10, to 8 a.m., Monday, Feb. 11WHERE: Blo, 8451 Brier Creek ParkwayCOST: $40 minimum donationAPPOINTMENTS: 919-484-8600

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Winter Open House (TK-12)Thursday, January 24th, 2013 at 7pm

Personal tours available by appointmentContact [email protected] for more information

Featuring more than 300 varieties of handmade chocolates and confections and the finest gourmet caramel apples and fudge, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory delivers on its promise of excellence. Owners Abinta Pawa and her parents Anoop and Namita Arenja take great pride in serving up delicious handmade treats at both their Triangle Town

Center and Brier Creek locations.“Every customer is important

to us, and we strive to make the best possible products we can,” said Abinta. “We like to think that when people enter our stores, we bring a smile to their face and make their day a little brighter.”

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory is an international franchisor,

confectionery manufacturer and retail operator in the U.S., Canada and the United Arab Emirates. Based in Durango, Colo., on the western slope of the Rocky Mountains, the company manufactures and delivers an extensive line of premium chocolate candies and other confectionery products developed primarily by its master candy maker to supply its many franchise locations.

››› 919 BUSINESS PROFILE

More than 300 Varieties of Handmade Fudge, Chocolates, Confections, and Gourmet Apples

Brier Creek’s Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Delivers On Promise of Tasty Excellence

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After visiting stores in Myrtle Beach and Durham and doing their own research, Abinta – who has a background in catering and real estate – and Arenja, a former textile factory owner, decided to open their first Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory

store in 2004. “We are a family store and enjoy what we do,” said Abinta, noting that they provide impeccable service and treat every customer with the same respect and warmth as a guest who comes to their home.

At the Triangle Town Center and Brier Creek stores, customers can watch a variety of caramel and candy apples, fudge, chocolate items, and confections being prepared with traditional cooking utensils, such as copper kettles on electric stoves and marble slab cooling tables. In addition to the gourmet caramel

apples and fudge, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory sells custom-made and ready-to-go chocolate gift boxes, custom-made gift baskets to suit any budget, as well as gourmet chocolates which include a sugar free selection and kosher chocolates.

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory is located at 8521 Brier Creek Pkwy, Suite 103, and 5959 Triangle Town Center, Suite #DU2148. To contact or for more information, call 919-806-8992, email [email protected], or visit www.rmcf.com/NC/Raleigh50680.

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory ProfileOWNERS: Abinta Pawa (Managing Partner), Anoop Arenja (Nirvana Enterprises, LLC)YEAR OPENED: 2004ADDRESS: 8521 Brier Creek Pkwy, Suite 103, Brier Creek CommonsPHONE: 919-806-8992EMAIL: [email protected]: www.rmcf.com/NC/Raleigh50680OTHER LOCATION: 5959 Triangle Town Center, Suite #DU2148


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LRMSPromoting Learning, SchoolSpirit and Community Service

Pride Ambassadors Strive for HighAcademic Standards and Excellence

Photo by Kristen Handley

8th Grade:Matthew HallWesley BarefootJared LoganSam MerrittBlake RosinDaniel Caine

Gabriel OliveiraCaleb PettyLuca MenozziColton MurrayJordan HayesJared WeeksBrock Johnston

7th Grade:Nicholas LibrizziRobert BaileyJonathan SpearBaldwin Bell

Daniel BoodeeBraeden BrockschmidtJulian KesslerJonathan GeigerMalcolm HawkinsPaul HockTyler Bowen

Zachary HedgepethSidney CredleTyree BeardAlvaro HernandezJoshua EnglandChristopher Holmes


From its beginning in 2009 – with only 12 members – Leesville Road Middle School’s Pride Ambassadors have strived for high academic standards and excellence in community service.

Led by LRMS Assistant Principal Sheldon Lanier, the organization now numbers 33 and promotes learning, school spirit, moral character and brotherhood. Lanier provided answers to questions for 919 Magazine readers about the unique program, and discussed the group’s future goals and aspirations.

A Conversation with Leesville Road Middle School Assistant Principal Sheldon Lanier about the Pride Ambassadors program:What is the Leesville Road Middle School Pride Ambassadors organization?

LANIER: The Leesville Pride Ambassadors is a service and social organization founded with the purpose to serve Leesville 7th and 8th Grade young men with the same goals, aims, and objectives of Leesville Road Middle School: To promote learning, school spirit and community service; to promote good moral, ethical character; and to foster brotherhood among its members. The organization was founded April 2009 with 12 original members brought together just to give school tours. I quickly saw how they formed a bond – like brothers – and decided to expand and model the program after “Guide Right,” the national social outreach program of my fraternity, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. With every new venture, the inaugural year was a test run.

How large a group is the LRMS Pride Ambassadors?LANIER: Currently, there are 33 members

of the LRMS Pride Ambassadors.

What are the primary goals, vision and mission of the LRMS Pride Ambassadors?

LANIER: Pride Ambassadors bring issues and ideas for discussion from their classmates and are part of the decision-making body of Leesville Road Middle School. These young men assist in making decisions based on data and what is best for the citizens and students of Leesville. They are responsible for planning activities and implementing ideas that will benefit not only our school community, but the communities we serve – as these young men will, and do, epitomize what excellence is. One main focus for these young men is the importance of higher education and continuing on to the collegiate level. This organization is oriented toward helping these young men grow and develop leadership talents in every phase of human endeavor. It provides both challenging and rewarding experiences, which may richly enhance their academic careers at Leesville. Another goal of this program is to incorporate 21st century skills intricate in creating and provoking high academic standards, equity, and excellence in its members.

Every day presents a new challenge; I get the opportunity

to impact the lives of students on a daily basis and work with an

amazing staff.SHELDON LANIER

Pride Ambassadors Advisor,

Photo by Mehdi Mirian Photography

What type of projects are the Pride Ambassadors involved?

LANIER: Currently, the Pride Ambassadors has standing partnerships with the Autism Society of Wake County and Raleigh Parks and Recreation. The Pride Ambassadors have also participated in various service projects throughout the Triangle, including the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, Brown Bag Ministries, Walk MS, and the Raleigh Food Bank.

What are some of the specific projects undertaken by the Pride Ambassadors?

LANIER: The Autism Society of Raleigh hosts a charity walk/run annually in the month of October. The Pride Ambassadors are in charge of the water station and snacks for all walkers and runners at the finish line. And the Pride Ambassadors have done several projects with Raleigh Parks and Recreation, including landscaping, planting trees, and mulching in various locations around Wake County.

Sheldon Lanier Profile

POSITION: Assistant PrincipalYEARS AT LRMS: 5AGE: 34PROFESSIONALBACKGROUND: Durant Road Middle (Math Instructor), 2001-2006; Brassfield Road Elementary (Principal Internship), 2007-2008EDUCATION: BS Mathematics/Science Education, NC State; Masters of School Administration, UNC-Chapel Hill; Candidate for Doctorate of Educational Leadership, UNC-Chapel Hill (May, 2014)

LRMS Pride Ambassadors Profile

SCHOOL: Leesville Road Middle SchoolYEAR STARTED: 2009ADVISOR: Sheldon Lanier, Assistant PrincipalGRADE LEVEL: 7TH, 8TH Grade StudentsMEMBERS: 33




Photo by Kristen Handley


What has been the feedback from the groups and organizations supported?

LANIER: All of the feedback we have received has been positive. My students are hard workers and dedicated to any task that is placed in front of them. I think observers can see this in the results they produce and are very appreciative of their efforts.

Why is the Pride Ambassadors group important to members of the organization?

LANIER: Through this organization, I am committed to providing opportunities for students to achieve excellence in every area of study. Staying focused on its mission, the program holds enormous promise striving to assist students with every opportunity to reach their full potential and positively influence their education throughout the middle school level.

What are some of the larger accomplishments of the Pride Ambassadors?

LANIER: The Pride Ambassadors play an important role in the success of 6th grade orientation (Pride Camp) at Leesville Road Middle School. In previous years, the Pride Ambassadors completed more than 30 community service hours. One of the most memorable moments for me has been seeing these young men – most of whom are athletes – read books to kindergarten and

1st Graders at Baileywick Elementary School during their “African American Read In” event. Seeing the smiles on the faces of – not only the elementary students – but my Ambassadors as well, was special.

Anything else you wish to share about the Pride Ambassadors?

LANIER: I am honored to have the opportunity to work with and mentor these students every day; they are truly outstanding young men.

Staying focused on its mission, the program holds enormous

promise striving to assist students with every opportunity

to reach their full potential and positively influence their

education throughout the middle school level.

SHELDON LANIER

Pride Ambassadors Advisor,



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Leesville Road High School students raised over $1,400 in the recent JDRF Walk to Cure Diabetes in November

Vendors at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church’s Fair Trade and Alternative Gifts Market last fall

Young participants in the recent UNC Lineberger Pediatric Oncology & Hematology Clinic’s “Get

Heeled 5K” benefit race are all smiles as they flash their medals, donated by Crown Trophy and Awards

of Raleigh, located at 2431 Spring Forest Road.

Photo submitted by Lisa Nelson

Just one of the entertainers at Stonehenge Market’s Holiday Open House in December; article, Page 35


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Searching for the perfect Christmas tree at Boyce Farms during the holidays

Visitors to Boyce Farms selecting a treethis holiday season

Little visitors to Boyce Farms during Christmas tree season

Boyce Farms staff prepare Christmas tree for stand during the holidays


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919 MagazineReaches OutIn North Raleigh

919 Magazine staff members visited current advertisers and said hello to new friends in North Raleigh during the holiday season. Shown clockwise from upper right corner: Robin Gill of Park Centre Spa at 8300 Health Park, Ste. 131; Sam Mobley with sons, Clifton and Andrew, of Mobley’s Shoes in Stonehenge Market; Dr. Mark Stephenson, staff at Colonnade Dental at 8511 Colonnade Center, Ste. 160; staff members at North Raleigh Pediatric Group; the Saleh family at Neomonde Cafe & Market at 9650 Strickland Road; staff at Brigs Restaurant, 8111 Creedmoor Road; the team at Debby’s Hallmark in Stonehenge Market; a friendly associate at


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Raleigh Strength & Fitness is now open at 7209 Creedmoor Road, Suite 109.

The locally-owned personal training facility offers one-on-one personal training; partner training (2); small group training (3-5); small group circuit training (10-12); and high school athletic training.

For more information, call 919-841-9586 or visit www.raleighstrengthandfitness.com.

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Runners and Walkers Turn Out For Southbridge Fellowship 5K

Runners and walkers filled the roadways of North Raleigh for the Southbridge Fellowship’s Run to Reclaim 5K, which began and ended at the Regal Brier Creek Stadium movie theater.

The November event, which benefitted the church's orphan care ministry, also included a one mile walk.

For more information on Southbridge Fellowship, call 919-789-9955

or visit www.southbridgefellowship.com.

Raleigh Strength & FitnessMarks 1st Year in Business

Trinity Academy of Raleigh’s Winter Open House is 7 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 24, at the North Raleigh campus.

Located at 10224 Baileywick Roack, Trinity Academy offers education classes grounded in the Christian faith and the classical tradition for students in TK through 12th Grade. In addition to the open house, personal tours are available by appointment.

For more information, email [email protected],

Trinity Academy of RaleighPlans Winter Open House

A new community service opportunity is available to Leesville Road High School students, according to Principal A.J. Muttillo.

The Leesville Community Tutoring Program begins Jan. 8, with high school students working directly with students at Leesville Road Middle School and Leesville Road Elementary School.

Snacks and drinks are planned for the tutoring programs — and the high school students can earn two service hours per day for offering their time.

For more information on the program, contact Wendy Smith at

New Community Tutoring Program Begins in Leesville

Neomonde Café & Market sponsored a 1st Anniversary Celebration in December, with live music, face painting, cooking demonstrations, wine sampling, and more.

Neomonde – located at 9650-149 Strickland Road, near Strickland Road and Lead Mine Road in North Raleigh – also conducted a canned food drive during the holidays to support the North Raleigh Ministries.

For more information, call 919-847-2700 or visit www.neomonde.com.

Neomonde Café & MarketCelebrates 1st Anniversary


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Leesville Road High School sophomores Tyler Bunce and Nathan Griffin earned Eagle Scout rank recently. Son of Norman and Caroline Bunce, Tyler led the construction of 20 bluebird houses at Soapstone United Methodist Church in North Raleigh as his Eagle project. He is a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop 399. Nathan, who led a group improving the outdoor recreation area at Covenant International Church of Raleigh as his project, is the son of Tim and Beth Griffin. He is a member of Boys Scouts of America Troop 364… Rachel Jessup, daughter of John and Sarah Jessup, recently received the Silver Award – Girl Scouts’ second highest honor. A student at Leesville Road High School, she conducted a horticultural project to earn the award. She is a member of Troop 1069…Chad Smothers resigned as Leesville Road High School baseball coach. Smothers, who remains as LRHS football coach, is a longtime baseball coach – compiling a 113-66 record at Leesville…Erica Buck, a junior at LRHS, was invited to join the National Society of High School Scholars. She is the daughter of Gerald and Jennifer Buck…Alyssa Moser spent time as a page recently with the North Carolina State Senate. A student at LRHS, she is the daughter of Don and Lisa Moser…Duane Barksdale of LRHS is a semifinalist for a 2013 National Achievement Scholarship…Guasaca is now open in the Marketplace at Lake Boone Trail, 4025 Lake Boone Trail Suite 107. A fast-casual South American restaurant, Guasaca makes its food fresh daily from scratch and is owned by Heli Mendez (a former grocery store owner from Venezuela). For more information, call 919-322-4928 or visit www.guasaca.com.

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Hilburn Academy will share a Burroughs Wellcome Fund grant to support its Engineering Habits of Mind summer program.

Participating Hilburn students will attend week-long workshops focusing on experiences that challenge them to use critical thinking and collaboration. Ongoing teacher training and support are key elements of the grant’s implementation. The workshops will support Hilburn’s development as a leading member in the NC STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) Collaborative Network, according to the Wake County Public School System.

Hilburn Academy is one of 20 schools in the Wake County STEM Network – all of which are part of a statewide group of schools that use instructional activities and make connections with local, state and national leaders who work with students.

For more information on Hilburn Academy in North Raleigh,

Burroughs Wellcome Grant FundsHilburn Academy Summer Program

Happy holiday shoppers filled Stonehenge Market on Creedmoor Road in North Raleigh for the shopping center annual Holiday Open House in December.

The special event featured Santa Claus, horse and carriage rides, a balloon artist, a craft station, trackless train rides, helium balloons, and special shopping discounts at participating stores. Free photos with Santa also were available.

For more information on Stonehenge Market,

Shoppers Enjoy Stonehenge MarketAnnual Holiday Open House Event

Photos by Ame Deaton


The Jewish Federation of Raleigh-Cary serves the needs of a growing Jewish population that extends between Raleigh and Cary and throughout all of the municipalities, towns, and surrounding communities in and around Wake County.

Their mission, which is guided by the Jewish values of Tikkun Olam (repairing the world) and Tzedakah (righteous giving), is to mobilize human and financial resources to support and strengthen the local and regional Jewish community and to meet the shared obligations to Israel and international Jewry.

“Seeking to strengthen Jewish identity, the Federation serves as

the facilitating force that connects generations, congregations, and the unaffiliated alike,” said Barry Schwarts, JFRC Executive Director.

Through its four divisions, Jewish Family Services, Jewish Community Center, Jewish Community Relations Council, and Jewish Community Foundation, the Federation provides vital services and resources to local Jewish community members including professional counseling and other critical services, advocacy and advancement of Jewish interests both inside and outside the Jewish community, and legacy gifts to build a strong Jewish community in future generations. In addition, the JFRC offers athletic, educational, and cultural programming for youth, adults, and seniors including

camps (Camp JCC, teacher workday camps, winter break and spring break camps), speaker luncheons, Jewish film series, BBYO (a pluralistic teen group), swim lessons, the J-Rays summer swim team, and the Florence Melton School of Adult Jewish Learning.

Striving to create an environment of a Jewish neighborhood, The Raleigh-Cary Jewish Community Center provides educational, recreational and social experiences to enhance the quality of life for Jews of all ages, affiliations, and beliefs. “Our purpose is to ensure Jewish continuity by strengthening Jewish identity, promoting Jewish values, and reinforcing our common Jewish

Jewish Federation Celebrates 25 Years of Service to RaleighBy STEPHANIE FRIEDL919 Magazine Writer


heritage,” said Schwartz. “Whether you’re just starting a family, recently moved to the area, or are looking to become more connected to the local Jewish community, the JCC is the perfect place to build meaningful connections with your neighbors.”

In 2012, the JFRC celebrated its 25th year of service to the community through a number of community-wide events including an international day of service (Good Deeds Day), Purim Carnival, Israel Independence Day celebration, a first ever Women’s Health Symposium, and culminated with a celebratory reception honoring the 14 past presidents for their service to the community.

Jewish Federation of Raleigh-Cary is located at

8210 Creedmoor Road, Suite 104.

For more information, call 919-676-6170

or visit www.shalomraleigh.org.

Jewish Federation of Raleigh-Cary ProfileEXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: Barry SchwartzADDRESS: 8210 Creedmoor Road, Ste. 104PHONE: 919-676-6170 WEBSITE: www.shalomraleigh.orgJEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER: 12804 Norwood Road, 919-676-6170

Whether you’re just starting a family, recently moved

to the area, or are looking to become more connected

to the local Jewish community,

the JCC is the perfect place to

build meaningful connections with your neighbors.

BARRY SCHWARTZ


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Councillor Catherine Longworth, the former Lord Mayor of the city of Westminster and London New Year’s Day Parade and Festival Executive Director Robert Bone extended an official invitation to the Leesville Road High School Symphonic Band at the North Raleigh campus recently to participate in the 2014 London event in Great Britain.

The trip will be the first European visit by the musical organization, which has received many accolades and awards. “We are all very honored to be offered this great opportunity,” said Christopher Serina, LRHS conductor of bands.

The London New Year’s Day Parade is the largest event of its kind in the world, with a street audience of well over half a million people and a worldwide television audience counted in the hundreds of millions. It is supported by Her Majesty Queen

It’s Official!London Dignitaries DeliverInvitation to LRHS’s Band

LRHS Conductor of Bands Christopher Serina with Councillor Catherine Longworth



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Elizabeth II and boasts a list of active patrons and supporters including the Lord Lieutenant of Greater London, the Prime Minister of Great Britain, and the Lord Mayor of the City of Westminster. As part of the festivities, the band will also perform in the Gala Concert series to be held in the prestigious Cadogan Hall, home of the London Philharmonic.

The October ceremony included a formal introduction and welcome for all special guests, a short performance by the Leesville Road High School Symphonic Band, the formal presentation of the parade invitation by the Lord Mayor and executive director, press interviews, a brief reception for all guests,

and a tour of Leesville Road High School.

An important step in getting to London is raising the much needed funds needed to make the trip. To that end, Amy Perkins, Band Club vice president of fundraising, is spearheading the large fundraising campaign. “We look forward to community support in helping us make it to London for this event,” said Serina. “We are certainly accepting donations and financial support to help us raise funds for all members to be able to attend.”

For more information, to volunteer,

or to make a donation,

visit www.leesvilleband.org, or

contact LRHS Bands Organization

Vice President of Fundraising,

LRHS Principal A.J. Muttillo with Councillor

Catherine Longworth and London New Year’s Day

Parade and Festival Executive Director Robert Bone

LRHS Symphonic Band performs

at campus event in October


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It’s popular with kids of all ages.It provides sweeping views of

Raleigh-Durham International Airport’s 10,000-foot runway.

It’s located near the Air Traffic Control Tower.

And you can actually hear the pilot-to-tower communications from audio speakers on the elevated observation platform.

It’s RDU Observation Park, and it definitely should be on the list of how to take a “time out” at the local airport.

According to RDU officials, people spend hours plane-watching and families often enjoy the location for children’s parties.

Open from sunrise to sunset every day. The park features:

• Free Parking• Restrooms• An elevated observation

platform• Communication between

pilots and the tower• Picnic and play areas• Educational Placards• An inviting grass lawn

“It’s a wonderful outdoor facility that is a bit out of the way,” said one anonymous visitor to the park. “There are speakers that play the radio channel for the tower and planes, so you can hear the pilots and controllers. There are lots of nice information displays about common planes and RDU

history. It also has a playground with a sand pit, model runway to run up and down with your arms sticking out, picnic tables, benches with shade, and restrooms. It’s a great place for the kids to sit and watch, run around, and play.”

Another visitor said the park is a great place for lunch on a sunny day.

RDU Observation Park Watch the Planes, Hear the Pilots,And Enjoy A Unique Spot for Lunch

RDU Observation ParkADDRESS: 2400 W. Terminal Blvd.PHONE: 919-840-2123WEBSITE: www.rdu.com

Information and graphic courtesy of www.RDU.com


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“I love to go here for lunch,” she said. “I don’t work too far from here, so it is a great place to bring a bag lunch, sit down and stare at the amazement of flight. Where else can you go and see a plane take off or land from a few hundred feet away?”

Also while at RDU, visit the General Aviation Terminal for more viewing opportunities.

Here, find an observation balcony for up close viewing to the action on the general aviation ramp – including planes taking off and landing on RDU’s other two runways.

At the General Aviation Terminal, you’ll also find Crosswinds Café, which is open for lunch Mondays-Fridays. According to RDU officials, visitors can dine in front of large glass windows for viewing the airfield — or, order a meal packaged to go and enjoy a picnic at Observation Park. The General Aviation Terminal is open 6 a.m to 9 p.m. daily. Parking is free for the first four hours.

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See that big pumpkin at the North Carolina State Fair last fall? It was a 522.25-pound monster grown by Wallace Simmons of Goldsboro, NC – winning top honors at the 2012 event.

Competitions remained a popular feature of the State Fair, including a record 9,000 entries in the flower and garden shows. The livestock, horticulture, and arts and photography competitions also had high participation.

Total attendance at the fair was 965,297, good enough for third-highest all-time. “I always judge a fair by how much fun people are having, and it looked like people had a great time at the 2012 State Fair,” said Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler. “I want to thank everyone for coming out...” Troxler said organizers already are planning the 2013 fair, scheduled for Oct. 17-27.

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The red wolf – one of the world’s most endangered animals – continues to diminish in North Carolina.

Despite being protected under The Endangered Species Act and a maximum criminal penalty for the unlawful taking of a red wolf set at one year imprisonment and $100,000 fine per individual, at least 16 red wolves died in North Carolina in 2012. Of those 16, two were struck and killed by vehicles, two died during capture, five died of unknown causes, and seven were suspected gunshot deaths.

The gunshot death of a red wolf in Tyrrell County, NC in November prompted the U.S.

Fish and Wildlife Service to offer a reward of up to $2,500 for information involving the incident.

For learn more about red wolves, visit www.fws.gov/redwolf.

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Bayer CropScience plans to break ground in February on its North American Bee Care Center in Triangle Research Park, which will serve as a gathering place for researchers, bee experts, students and other visitors to meet regularly with leading Bayer scientists.

Located at the Bayer CropScience North America headquarters in Research Triangle Park, N.C., off T.W. Alexander Boulevard, the center is scheduled for completion in July.

"We understand the necessity for healthy bees as pollinators and their critical role to agriculture, and by working with scientists, growers, beekeepers and customers, we strive to create new approaches and solutions to benefit bee health and the global food supply," said Jim Blome, president and CEO of Bayer CropScience North

America. "Because we are aware of the challenge to continue feeding a growing world population, our Bee Care Center will be a vital resource in our ongoing commitment to maintaining sustainable agriculture."

A full laboratory and research apiary, as well as honey extraction and workshop space needed to conduct bee health research and to support a practical apiculture.

State-of-the art meeting, training and presentation facilities for beekeepers, farmers and educators to provide resources and an interactive learning center. A more than 6,600 square feet building, fully staffed – including an office space for graduate students.

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As Wake Tech prepares for its 50TH ANNIVERSARY, the college is launching a new brand identity and logo to reflect the impact it has had and continues to have on the region.

“Wake Tech’s new logo signifies a life-changing journey,” says Laurie Clowers, Associate Vice President of Communications. “Wherever you want to go, Wake Tech can help get you there. Our dedicated and passionate faculty and staff are here to lead the way. And all those who embark on such a journey lead the way for themselves, their families, and many others.”

Wake Tech’s Northern Wake campus is located at 6600 Louisburg Road Raleigh, setting on 121 acres of rolling hills just north of I-540. The campus offers the Associate in Arts and Associate in Science degrees for college/university transfer, as well as evening and weekend continuing education classes.

Wake Tech partnered with VisionPoint Marketing of Raleigh to develop the new brand. The new logo is a torch, suggesting light to lead the way and illuminate the path for students and for the community. The letters “WT” make up the torch, with the lines of the “W” representing the flame and the “T” creating the handle. The logo is accompanied by the tagline, “Lead the way.”

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Along the I-540 CorridorHighlights from the current issues of 919 Magazine

919 Magazine: Brier Creek Edition• Something healthy is growing at Brier Creek

Elementary School.• A friendly wager becomes a big fundraiser for

homeless at Brier Creek Country Club.• For the Garrisons, it’s all about family and fitness.• Blo plans 24-hour Cut-A-Thon fundraiser in Brier

Creek in February.

919 Magazine: North Raleigh Edition• A look at the A.E. Finley YMCA, serving North Raleigh

for 25 Years.• An intriguing profile of the Thoman Family, whose

roots run deep in the region.• Sanderson High School graduate Evan Kidd fulfilling

dream of filmmaking.• Ravenscroft celebrates 150 years of unique

educational experiences.

919 Magazine: Wakefield/Falls Lake Edition• Australian family finds they are happily at home in

Wakefield, USA.• Paula McChristian shares enthusiasm for school

and community.• Unwind, explore, play and learn —

all at Durant Nature Park.• Full-time Spanish immersion preschool prepares

children for next steps.

919 Magazine: Wake Forest Edition• A special look at first responders at the Wake Forest

Fire Department. • After a decade in Africa, the Ulrich Family now calls

Wake Forest home.• WF-R High’s Blake Williams credits family, friends and

football for success.• Wake Forest Area Chamber of Commerce helps build

local businesses.

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New Indoor Aquatic CenterOpens in Northeast Raleigh

Buffaloe Road Aquatic Center – an indoor, regional facility – opened recently in Northeast Raleigh, featuring 6,000 sq. ft. of swimming areas, a three-story water slide, and more.

Located at 5908 Buffaloe Road, the $8 million complex also includes a zero-depth entry pool, lap lanes, a lazy river, a water vortex, tot-sized water features, a water curtain, a volleyball net, basketball hoops, and concessions.

Hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. Admission ranges from $3 to $7 for Raleigh residents, depending on age – with long-term passes available.

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In its 2012 rankings, Business Facilities Magazine lists Raleigh in the top slot for U.S. cities for the “Best Quality of Life.”

Provo, UT, and Arlington, VA, were right behind Raleigh, with Omaha, NE, and Scottsdale, AZ, completing the top five list.

Greensboro, NC, finished in the eighth spot on the list. Others in the top 10 were Boise, ID; Cincinnati, OH; Richmond, VA; and Irvine, CA.

sourCe: Business Facilities magazine

In the latest rankings by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, North Carolina placed 26th for entrepreneurship among all states.

Previously, North Carolina was ranked 38th – so the listing reflected an improvement of 12 spots over the previous year. The researchers used five factors – including net growth and number of patents – in determining the rankings.

Massachusetts topped the list, with North Dakota, California, New York and Minnesota making up the rest of the top five. South Carolina, Michigan and Louisiana ranked at the bottom of the list.

sourCe: state entrepreneurship index, university of nebraska-lincoln

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Best Cities for Fashion designers?

raleigh ranks 14nationallylocation quotient, and median earnings for fashion designers, The Atlantic Cities Magazine ranks Raleigh in the top 15 U.S. cities for fashion designers to live and work.

Not unexpectedly, New York and Los Angeles areas topped the list, but two of the next three ranked are somewhat surprising: Columbus, OH; Nashville, TN; and San Francisco.

Portland, OR; San Diego; Seattle; Cincinnati; and Providence, RI, round out the top 10.

sourCe: the atlantic Cities magazine

Behind only Las Vegas, NV, and Riverside/San Bernardino, CA, Raleigh-Durham ranks third among “U.S. Cities Getting Smarter Faster”, according to Forbes Magazine.

Greenville, NC, was placed second on the list, followed by Charlotte, NC, at number five. Salt Lake City, UT, topped the report.

Other cities in the top 10 were Knoxville, TN; Cincinnati, OH; Hartford, CT; Kansas City, MO; Grand Rapids, MI; and Minneapolis-St. Paul, MN.

sourCe: realage.com

In a 2012 report, RealAge.com chose three North Carolina cities in its top 10 places to have a happy marriage – including a #6 ranking for Raleigh-Durham.

Valley of the East Coast that attracts flocks of IT-types for jobs at tech giants like Cisco and IBM.”

sourCe: Fortune magazine

Forbes calculated that Raleigh-Durham’s population of college-educated residents increased by 55.2 percent between 2000 and 2010.

Also in the top 10 were Austin, TX; Charlotte, NC; San Antonio, TX; Jacksonville, FL; Orlando, FL; Nashville, TN; and Phoenix, AZ.

sourCe: Forbes magazine

Using the latest census data, Fortune Magazine lists Raleigh-Cary as the #1 Fastest Growing City in the South – the fastest growing region in the country.

The publication refers to Raleigh as “the Silicon

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