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It’s Friday, Holly Springs! Let’s finish this week strong.
In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: Whataburger opens soon, Pints & Puppies, and Hum Sub Holi + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.
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📰 In the news
Iconic roadside-style burgers debut: Whataburger is coming to the Triangle. The first will open March 26 in Wake Forest, then Raleigh will follow April 9. Late-night cravings are getting closer to Holly Springs — get opening dates and locations.
Broader rail connections ahead: NCDOT’s S Line upgrades are underway in Wake County, including a New Hope Church Road bridge to keep traffic moving when trains pass, a project slated to take three years — get all the project details.
A joyful prom experience: The volunteer-run Apex Prom Shoppe recently hosted a sensory-friendly boutique for Governor Morehead School students, offering free prom dresses, shoes, jewelry, and welcoming teens who need affordable attire — read the full story.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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💎 Local business spotlight
Frame-worthy nudge: The Apex Gallery of Custom Framing transforms kids’ masterpieces, vintage posters, and that print you’ve been meaning to hang into wall candy, and offers local art and prints to browse while you decide. Take this as the gentle shove to rescue those pieces from the closet.
Craving coastal vibes? The Blind Pelican keeps dinner interesting with crowd-pleasing seafood classics, smart seasonal specials, and a famously loaded Bloody Mary for the bold. The pros handle the frying, searing, and shucking, so you can breathe easy and coast.
Your backyard, elevated: If warmer evenings have you eyeing the patio, Deck Builders of North Carolina designs and builds custom decks, screen rooms, and outdoor kitchens. Stop scrolling inspiration and start enjoying the space you live in with craftsmanship that fits your home, your taste, and your weekends.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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📆 Around town this weekend
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🍺 Pints & Puppies @ Southern Peak Brewery (Apex) | Friday (3/13) at 5:00 PM – Take a break and swing by Southern Peak for Pints & Puppies with Peak Lab Rescue. Sip a local pour, scratch some ears, and maybe meet your future couch hog. Get pre-approved through Peak Lab Rescue, then check Southern Peak’s socials for the weekly lineup.
🛍 Downtown Apex Sidewalk Sale @ Downtown Apex | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Take a stroll through Downtown Apex for the semi-annual sidewalk sale, where favorites like Rose & Lee Co., Apex Outfitters, Alleyway Bookstore, and more roll out the season’s biggest deals. Refresh your closet, your bookshelf, and your small talk skills, leave smug and well-stocked.
🍀 St. Patty’s Day Scavenger Hunt @ Lightbridge Academy of Holly Springs | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Nothing beats tiny humans hunting shamrocks like it’s their job. Lightbridge Academy in Holly Springs is hosting a St. Patty’s scavenger hunt for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, so wear green, chase rainbows, collect a treat, and meet the crew, whether you’re enrolled or just curious.
🛍 Apex Underground Market @ Sweetwater Town Center | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Take a breather from yard work and swing by Sweetwater Town Center for a monthly mashup of live bands, 30-plus local makers, food trucks, and easy vibes. It’s shopping you can feel good about, with a soundtrack, a drink, and zero parking drama.
🌈 Hum Sub Holi @ Salem Middle School (Apex) | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Nothing beats tossing color while the dhol kicks and the samosas vanish. Live music and dance, thandhai and fairy hair while it lasts, rangoli, tie-dye, a chai demo, and raffle perks if you bring a reusable bottle or compost. Wear white, thank me later.
🀄 Beginner American Mahjong Workshop @ Adventures in Bloom (Apex) | Sunday (3/15) at 10:00 AM – Mah-curious, or just need a new game for your porch nights? Amy from Holly Springs Mahjong leads a lively, two-hour American Mahjong intro at Adventures in Bloom, all materials included. Small class, capped at 16, BYO wine, beer, and snacks, competitive streak encouraged.
🧘 Inner Strength: Sound Healing + Gentle Yoga @ Soulful Strength Yoga (Apex) | Sunday (3/15) at 3:00 PM – Need a reset that does not require Lycra heroics? Hyun and Tiffany lead an all-floor yoga session at Soulful Strength Yoga in Apex with live gong and crystal bowls, then savasana. Low impact, high zen, and yes, you need to get up again afterward.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Holly Springs report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 59°F – Low: 43°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 59. South wind 2 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 43. Southwest wind 3 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 69°F – Low: 46°F – Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 69. North wind around 3 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 46.
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