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Cary Spotlight | Issue #032
Chris Coetzer
24 Nov
In this Cary Spotlight Issue…
☀️ Cary NC Weather
📅 Lots Of Events This Week!
⚠️ Cary's Canine Community Hit by Mysterious Respiratory Illness
🏪 Small Business Saturday
🏪 Cary's Small Business Saturday Market
⚖️ Sheriff Commends Inmates for Aiding Officer During Medical Crisis
⚖️ School Employees Win $165 Million in Landmark PCB Exposure Case
🏑 UNC's Field Hockey Triumph Under Youngest Division I Coach
🏈 Panthers and WCPSS Team Up to Bring Flag Football to Local High Schools
😀 Viral Meme
🏛️ Support Cary Local Businesses
Cary's Canine Community Hit by Mysterious Respiratory Illness
Cary, North Carolina, is experiencing an outbreak of a mysterious respiratory illness in dogs, characterized by symptoms resembling viral infections.
Truss Vet Veterinary Urgent Care has reported a sudden spike in cases, treating more dogs in a single day than the previous week.
The cause of the illness is unknown, complicating diagnosis and treatment efforts. Veterinarians are monitoring for severe complications like pneumonia and urging pet owners to watch for symptoms and reduce their dogs' public exposure as a precaution. Watch Related Video Report
Inmates' Quick Thinking Praised in Wake County Detention Officer's Rescue
In a notable act of empathy, inmates at the Wake County Detention Center in Raleigh, North Carolina, promptly came to the aid of a detention officer who suffered a medical emergency and collapsed.
Utilizing her radio and alerting staff by banging on doors, their swift actions led to immediate assistance. The officer is now recovering at home, with Sheriff Willie Rowe acknowledging the inmates' quick thinking and empathy.
He highlighted the professional relationship between staff and inmates, emphasizing the positive environment within the facility. The sheriff's office is exploring ways to formally recognize the inmates, and the commissary vendor plans to donate snack bags to them as a token of appreciation.
School Employees Win $165 Million in Landmark PCB Exposure Case Against Monsanto
Bayer's Monsanto has been directed by a jury to pay $165 million to six teachers and a custodian from Sky Valley Education Center in Monroe, Washington, for health issues linked to PCB exposure.
These chemicals, which were banned in 1979 due to health and environmental risks, were found leaking from the school's light fixtures.
The jury awarded $50 million in compensatory and $115 million in punitive damages, contributing to Monsanto's cumulative $870 million in verdicts related to PCB exposure. The issue of PCB contamination is widespread, with recent evacuations at North Carolina State University and ongoing cleanup efforts in Vermont schools. Read full story
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UNC's Field Hockey Triumph Under Youngest Division I Coach
Erin Matson, at 23, made history as the youngest coach in Division I sports by leading the UNC field hockey team to a national championship.
A former five-time All-American player for UNC, Matson took over as head coach after her graduation, having boldly expressed her desire for the position to the athletic director.
In her first year, she guided the team to an impressive 18-3 record, culminating in a championship win after a tense shootout against Northwestern.
Matson emphasizes empowerment and confidence, both in her coaching style and in her interactions with her team, who have embraced her transition from teammate to coach. Read full story
Panthers and WCPSS Team Up to Bring Flag Football to Local High Schools
The Carolina Panthers, in partnership with Wake County Public School System, are launching flag football programs in 19 high schools in the county.
This initiative reflects a nationwide shift towards safer sports alternatives, with flag football emerging as a popular choice.
The Panthers' involvement demonstrates their commitment to community engagement and promoting active lifestyles among young people. This collaboration is set to enrich the high school sports landscape in Wake County, offering students a safer and inclusive athletic option. Read full story
🏈 Thanksgiving Clash: UNC v NC State (Football)Click on your choice to win this rivalry game |
Small Business Saturday: A Rallying Call for Local Entrepreneurship
Small Business Saturday, set for November 25th, is a significant celebration of local entrepreneurship in the U.S., emphasizing the importance of small businesses in local economies and communities.
Initiated by American Express in 2010, this day witnessed a record $17.9 billion spent in 2022 and has the support of the U.S. Small Business Administration.
There has been historic rise in entrepreneurship, with 14 million new small business applications.
The day encourages Americans to support local businesses, with a notable increase in consumer motivation to shop at small, independently-owned businesses throughout the year.
Cary's Small Business Saturday Market
The "Small Business Saturday Shop Local Market" will be held at Gather Goods Co on Kildaire Farm Road in Cary, NC, starting at 11:00 AM on Saturday.
The event will provide a unique opportunity for the community to support over seven local women-owned businesses. More than a traditional market, will serve as a lively open house, allowing residents to explore and purchase unique, handcrafted items while directly supporting local entrepreneurs.
It will underscore the importance of local businesses in enriching the community's economic and social fabric and will highlight Cary's dedication to fostering a robust local economy, with a particular focus on women entrepreneurs.