Cary Spotlight | Issue #127

Sports Betting in NC, Wake Schools' Safety Tech, and DMV's Tinting Tips

In this Cary Spotlight Issue…

💭Spotlight Hook Trivia

☀️ Cary NC Weather

📅 Lots Of Events This Week

📰 North Carolina Readies for Sports Betting with Expanded Gambling Support Service

📰 Wake County Schools to Pilot Digital 'Panic Button' for Enhanced Safety

📰 North Carolina DMV Clarifies State Window Tinting Rules

🚨The Cary Police Department Crime Data

🏆 Safety or Celebration? Duke Reckons with Court-Storming After Player Injury

🏆 UNC Field Hockey Team Honored by Governor Cooper for National Championship Win

😀 Viral Meme

🏛️ Support Cary Local Businesses

Question: Who is the first African American celebrity chef and perhaps the inventor of the Saratoga style potato chips?

A) George Speck B) Gregory Peck C) Martin Von Chip

(Answer at the bottom of the newsletter.)

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North Carolina Readies for Sports Betting with Expanded Gambling Support Service

The North Carolina Problem Gambling Program is preparing for the start of legal sports betting in the state with a comprehensive approach to mitigate the risk of gambling addiction.

This includes a collaboration with UNC Chapel Hill for youth and young adult prevention and treatment, financial counseling services, and public awareness campaigns at sporting events.

Funded by an additional $2 million annually from sports betting laws, the program aims to expand its services significantly. It offers practical advice for bettors to manage their spending and provides a helpline for immediate assistance. The problem gambling helpline is 877-718-5543.

Wake County Schools to Pilot Digital 'Panic Button' for Enhanced Safety

Wake County Public Schools plans to test a mobile app, RAVE Mobile Security, as a digital "panic button" for school emergencies and non-emergencies, reflecting a commitment to improving safety protocols.

The pilot program, funded by a state investment of nearly $4.7 million, will be introduced in 28 schools to assess its efficacy.

The app includes various alert features, including an "active assailant" notification, and will be available exclusively to school personnel. Parental feedback underscores the importance of such safety measures, alongside calls for comprehensive security strategies. Read full story

North Carolina DMV Clarifies State Window Tinting Rules

North Carolina enforces specific rules regarding vehicle window tinting, setting a maximum darkness limit of 32% opacity, contrasting with neighboring South Carolina's 27% limit.

The state's laws also detail how far tint can extend on windshields. Compliance with these regulations is checked during safety inspections for a fee. Exceptions exist for various types of vehicles and individuals with medical conditions that necessitate darker tints, who can obtain a medical exemption permit valid for five years. NCDOT Resource

Credit: Cary NC Police Dept. (27 Feb 2024)

The Cary Police Department Crime Data

The Cary Police Department emphasizes accuracy in its crime data reporting, despite challenges inherent in the process. Daily updates and adherence to privacy laws are central to their approach, though the dynamic nature of crime data means information can change over time.

The crime data presented by the Cary Police Department spans the last decade, plus the current year, reflecting a commitment to transparency over an extended period. View Cary NC Police Incidents

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Safety or Celebration? Duke Reckons with Court-Storming After Player Injury

The recent injury of Kyle Filipowski during a court-storming incident at a Duke versus Wake Forest basketball game has ignited a debate within the Duke community about the safety of such celebrations.

Coach Jon Scheyer advocates for a reevaluation of the practice, suggesting stricter safety protocols and potential penalties. Students express mixed feelings, valuing the tradition but recognizing the importance of player safety.

Wake Forest's athletic director and the ACC have acknowledged the need for improved measures, though no official changes have been announced yet. This incident adds to growing concerns over player safety in the context of court storming in college basketball. Read full story

UNC Field Hockey Team Honored by Governor Cooper for National Championship Win

Governor Roy Cooper honored the University of North Carolina Field Hockey Team for their 2023 NCAA Field Hockey National Championship win.

The team, led by the youngest Division I coach to win a national title, Coach Erin Matson, secured their 11th championship through a penalty shootout against Northwestern.

The celebration, which took place in North Carolina, was marked by the Governor signing a proclamation to commemorate the team's victory on February 26. The event highlighted the team's dedication, the significance of their win on home ground, and the impact of their success on the state's sporting community. Read full story

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The Answer to the Cary Spotlight Hook Trivia Question 👇👇👇
A) George Speck

George Speck (aka George Crum), a famed chef of Native American and Black heritage, may have invented the potato chip in Saratoga Springs, NY.

In his lifetime, Crum was widely known across the U.S. and celebrated for his brook trout, lake bass, woodcock and partridge, among other dishes—making him perhaps the first celebrity chef in America.