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Hello Fuquay-Varina! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Biscuit-maker finals, Friday night scoops and hooves, and bingo with the goats + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
A rising culinary competitor: North Carolina biscuit maker Lerida Garcia advanced after racing to hand-make 47 biscuits in Charlotte and will compete for Bojangles’ national title at Walt Disney World in Orlando soon -- read the full story.
New market debut: Marcus Partners acquired a site in Apex for Alta Apex, a planned 280-unit community. Construction is expected to begin this month, with delivery planned for late 2027 -- read the full story.
New arrivals reshape retail: Triangle retail is buzzing, Mythic Mini-golf opened July 22, Pet Supplies Plus opened in Durham, BoxLunch is coming to Crabtree, and Reehl Fine Art debuts in November at North Hills -- read the full lineup.
The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $1,500 this year. Case in point: Shopping around could cut your premium in half — this free comparison tool makes it easy*
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Upgrade your view: If your lenses are smudged by default or your frames feel a little 2014, Family Optical LLC has you covered with prescription eyewear, sunglasses, and honest guidance that helps you find what actually fits your face and life. Give your eyes the upgrade they deserve this week.
Low-key cocktail hangout: Moonlight Liquor Lounge keeps things relaxed with craft cocktails, quality spirits, and comfy sofas that turn catching up into a proper lounge session. Pop in this week for a smooth nightcap or an easy date spot that feels special without trying too hard.
Flavor Flight Incoming: Whether you're craving crispy classic wings or juicy, hand-breaded tenders made fresh to order, Wings Over Raleigh brings 15+ signature flavors from easygoing Lift-Off to face-melting Afterburner, plus boneless bites, wraps, tender sandwiches, and sides that punch above their weight. Treat yourself this week, Fuquay neighbor.
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04 — Our recommendations
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Home insurance premiums jumped 12% last year alone: That's on top of years of increases that have outpaced inflation. Before you blindly renew with your current insurer, a free comparison tool matches your home with top-rated insurers so you can see quotes side by side, in about two minutes. Some homeowners find hundreds in savings, and if you don't find a better policy, you stay put knowing you checked. *See your options →
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05 — The event calendar Fun for the famOur favorite upcoming kid and family-friendly events. All events are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🏫 Happiness Showcase: Preschool Open House & Childcare Tour @ The Learning Experience (Holly Springs) | Wednesday (8/5) at 3:00 PM – If you’ve been hunting for childcare that teaches stuff, not just snack schedules, this open house is worth a peek. Tour classrooms, meet the grownups in charge, and see how play, structure, and a curriculum keep infants to pre-K curious, confident, and tired by pickup.
🐟 First Friday Fish Fry @ American Legion Post 116 | Friday (8/7) at 4:00 PM – First Friday means the fryer’s humming at American Legion Post 116, and dinner’s already handled. For $12, you get fried fish, green beans, cole slaw, and hush puppies, drive-thru or come inside, open to the public. Kitchen stays clean, conversation stays local.
🍦 Friday Night Scoops & Hooves @ Smith Farm Goat Sanctuary | Friday (8/7) at 6:00 PM – Ice cream, goats, and lawn games at Smith Farm Goat Sanctuary, because adulthood should still come with sprinkles. Fat Cat is scooping while the rescued herd supervises, and you can call cornhole cardio as you work through hot dogs, popcorn, chips, and nostalgia.
☕ Cars and Coffee Holly Springs @ Blaze Pizza | Saturday (8/8) at 9:00 AM – Think your cruiser still turns heads? Forecast cooperates, so hit Holly Springs Cars and Coffee for coffee, conversation, free Bakerz Dozen donuts, and 2026 stickers for the first 40 cars. Park in Zone 1, fill toward Zone 3, and let the bank keep its lot.
🏊 "Bring your own pool" Pool Party @ American Legion Post 116 | Saturday (8/8) at 12:00 PM – Post 116 is hosting the fourth annual bring your own pool shindig, members only, so dust off that kiddie pool, decorate it for a prize, and pack a dish to share. Expect music, cold drinks, and the finest parking lot navy this side of Fuquay.
🐐 Bingo with the Goats @ Smith Farm Goat Sanctuary | Saturday (8/8) at 6:00 PM – This bingo night keeps the classic card and dauber ritual, then upgrades the crowd with a few charming goats. Expect real laughs, low-stakes competition, and the kind of wholesome chaos that pairs nicely with reading glasses and a sturdy sense of humor. No kidding.
🏈 Willow Spring Storm vs Rolesville Rams @ Willow Spring High School | Monday (8/10) at 4:00 PM – Local gym lights, squeaky sneakers, and hometown rivalry. Willow Spring Storm faces the Rolesville Rams in girls volleyball, Varsity and JV, with big blocks, louder student sections, and that satisfying gasp when a serve skims the tape. School spirit, light cardio, prime people-watching.
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07 — Fuquay-Varina report Weather forecastToday — High: 86°F — Low: 71°F — Precip: 65%
Showers and thunderstorms likely after 11am. Partly sunny, with a high near 86. South wind 3 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: Showers and thunderstorms likely before 2am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 71. South wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Tomorrow — High: 89°F — Low: 71°F — Precip: 40%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 89. South wind 3 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 71. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. This house is wildThis Parade of Homes Onyx floorplan brings 4 bedrooms, 2 huge bonus rooms, and a first-floor master suite with a main-level guest suite for extra flexibility. The cook’s kitchen features a hidden walk-in pantry, while custom trim details, built-ins, and a two-story foyer accent wall add serious style. Set on 0.69 acres, it offers privacy and backyard fun.
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