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The Underpaid Raleigh Police Force and The City of Oz
Back in the old pre-crash days, my relationship with the man was never what you’d call adversarial, more professional in a perverse sort of way, merely a component of the operational conditions which occasionally didn’t go my way. “My job is to have fun,” I told one arresting officer as he cuffed me. “Your job is to try and catch me. You caught me.” He made this sort of muffled, choking sound. “But you’re gonna have to catch me every time!” Then he laughed. I had a good run with the not being caught part. That was the sum of my relationship with law enforcement—nothing personal, just business. The policeman’s lot is not a happy one, in part courtesy of jerks like me. Petrblt on New Raleigh.
NC State Football Serves Miami a Holiday Thumping (But… It Doesn’t Matter)
NC State Football downgraded the Hurricane’s status at Carter Finley Stadium on Saturday, quieting some doubters. Unfortunately, it doesn’t really matter.
The First Friday Agenda December 2008
A grand end-of-year First Friday with art, gifts and of course after parties. Above: New Works by Jackson Hodges @ Morning Times More Below the Fold
College of Design Downtown Studio Exhibition
To Our Recollection: Design for Public History is a First Friday exhibition of College of Design student work from the Downtown Studio.
Select Galleries Extend First Friday Hours For Holidays
Ten of downtown Raleigh’s galleries are offering extended holiday hours, providing the perfect opportunity to bypass the masses at malls and Wal-Marts so you can find your loved ones truly unique gifts this Christmas.
Greg Fidler Form Review & Via Penland At Rebus Works
Via Penland is an annual exhibition of artists who are current or past students, teachers, or residents of the internationally recognized Penland School of Crafts, the creative community nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains near Spruce Pine, NC. For the sixth annual exhibit, Rebus Works has chosen Greg Fidler as the 2008 featured artist, showcasing his glass art in Form Review. Photos and more about Fidler and other Penland artists below the fold.
Raleigh 2030: The Comprehensive Plan
Last night’s presentation by Raleigh’s City Planners was just that; a drum roll for the stack of documents that the community is expected to sift through. Read through the documents below the fold.
WBD No. 13
Thoughts n’ whatnot on the Pack’s performances against the Privateers, the Panthers, the Eagles, and the Spartans. Its a better start than last year, for sure!
Ahpeele Opens With First Friday Party
Adam Peele, the local go-to-guy for great screenprinting and original tee designs, is now taking operations beyond the internet with the opening of the new retail Ahpeele location on Capital Blvd.
Reynolds Tower Moves Forward Despite “Unusual” Economy
The City Council voted unanimously on Tuesday to allow Hillsborough Street Partners, LLC to move forward with their plan to erect a 25-storey mixed-use tower on the 300 block of Hillsborough St. See more below the fold.
Toxic Free NC Tip of the Week: Organic NC Christmas Trees & Wreaths
What’s in your Christmas tree or wreath?
Pink Martini To Play NCMA
Chill out on the grass with some lounge music. Can it be summer already…..
Boylan Heights Artwalk This Sunday
This Sunday afternoon from 1-5, enjoy a leisurely stroll around the historic Boylan Heights neighborhood while enjoying some local art.
New Hurricanes Coach To Be Announced
In one hour, at 11:30 AM, the Hurricanes will announce their new coach on their website.
Reminder: Rosebuds, Loners Tonight
In case you missed it over there on the left side of the website, it’s now on the right too… Rosebuds play Pour House tonight!
Big (Boss) Times At The Raleigh Times
Cask Ale Night at the Raleigh Times, featuring Big Boss beers.
