Cary Spotlight | Issue #158

Moose Meets Owner at Airport, Cary's Rising Fame & Knightdale's Typo Turned Proposal

In this Cary Spotlight Issue…

💭Spotlight Hook Trivia

☀️ Cary NC Weather

📅 Lots Of Events This Week

📰 Moose on the Loose: Boxer Dog Reunited with Owner at Raleigh-Durham International

📰 Cary Secures Spot On Southern Living’s Prestigious Best Cities On the Rise List

📰 Bojagnles? A Sign's Typo Sparks Laughter and a Creative Proposal in Knightdale

✅Corrections: What We Got Wrong and How We Fixed It.

💡 Habitat ReStores' New Cabinets Blend Style, Savings, and Social Impact

🏆 Behind the Scenes of March Madness: The Discipline of Women's NCAA Basketball

😀 Viral Meme

🏛️ Support Cary Local Businesses

Question: Who is the first woman to run the entire Boston Marathon?

A) Sandra Bullock B) Roberta Flack C) Roberta Gibb

(Answer at the bottom of the newsletter.)

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Moose on the Loose: Boxer Dog Reunited with Owner at Raleigh-Durham International

Moose's adventure began with a logistical error that prevented him from boarding his flight with Alaska Airlines.

The following day, while attempts were made to board him onto another flight, he escaped. The subsequent search involved Wake County Animal Control and various airport agencies, faced with the challenge of Moose's fear-induced flights across the airport area.

Despite the difficulties posed by the environment, the search continued into the night. The saga concluded happily the next morning when Moose was found and reunited with his owner, to the relief of all involved.

Alaska Airlines has since apologized and is reviewing its procedures to ensure such an incident does not recur. Read full story

Cary Secures Spot On Southern Living’s Prestigious Best Cities On the Rise List

Cary, North Carolina, finds itself among the top cities in Southern Living’s annual Best Cities On the Rise list, a testament to its cultural vibrancy, culinary diversity, and downtown development.

This accolade is part of a wider narrative that highlights the South’s demographic growth and its burgeoning status as a hub of cultural and economic innovation.

Cary’s distinction is attributed to the influence of the Research Triangle, a thriving arts and culture scene, and a burgeoning array of dining options.

The recently inaugurated Downtown Cary Park further cements the city’s status as a desirable place to live and visit. This recognition from Southern Living reflects the community’s efforts towards creating an inviting, dynamic urban environment. Read Full Article

Bojagnles? A Sign's Typo Sparks Laughter and a Creative Proposal in Knightdale

A humorous typo on a Bojangles restaurant sign in Knightdale, North Carolina, reading "Bojagnles," has captured the attention of the community and social media users.

The error was first spotted by Leandro Gonzalez Espinoza, who was working in the area. His social media post about the sign quickly gained traction, amassing hundreds of shares. 

This incident also inspired Caitlin Gooch, the founder of 'Saddle Up and Read,' to propose a "Books and Biscuits" program to Bojangles, aiming to combine reading promotion with the chain's famous biscuits.

Bojangles responded positively, correcting the typo and expressing openness to the proposed partnership. The event highlights the community's ability to laugh at mistakes and find innovative ways to come together.

✅ Corrections: What We Got Wrong
and How We Fixed It.

Most publications (some people might think of newspapers) will hide their corrections in small print on the back page. We’re not a newspaper, when we get something wrong, we promptly make an edit to the online edition. Thank you for your feedback. Simply Click the link to view the correction.

  1. Issue #154: Real Estate Listings Links: The real estate links do not take you to the listing of the homes. They take you to the home map location. It was promptly fixed in online edition.
     

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Behind the Scenes of March Madness: The Discipline of Women's NCAA Basketball

Women's NCAA basketball players navigate a complex set of rules encompassing academic standards, uniform regulations, and in-game conduct. Recent events, like the SEC Championship game brawl, spotlight the strict enforcement of these rules. Players must also adhere to appearance guidelines, such as not wearing jewelry and maintaining specific uniform standards. Despite these challenges, athletes like Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese excel, showcasing their dedication both on the court and in the classroom.

There were 30 rules discussed in the full article, here are 5 that caught our eye:

  1. Automatic Ejection for Fighting: Players must maintain composure during games to avoid ejections. An incident during the SEC Championship showcased the consequences of losing one's cool, leading to a significant delay and multiple ejections after a brawl broke out.

  2. Bench Behavior Matters: Even when not actively playing, athletes are under scrutiny. An altercation during the same championship saw players ejected for leaving the bench, underscoring the importance of sideline discipline.

  3. Unsportsmanlike Conduct Penalties: The women's game features strict rules against unsportsmanlike behavior, including excessive contact and technical fouls, which can result in player ejections and penalties for the team.

  4. No Flopping Allowed: To maintain game integrity, players accused of flopping — exaggerating falls to draw fouls — face consequences that affect the whole team, with repeated infractions adding to the team's total foul count.

  5. Uniform Consistency: Teammates are required to wear undershirts of the same color, though there's flexibility in sleeve length, demonstrating the NCAA's attention to uniformity and team presentation.

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Upcoming Local Events

Message from Habitat Wake Restore Cary: “Join us this Saturday, March 30, for a ReStore Egg Hunt! Eggs filled with ReStore coupons and candy will be scattered around the store throughout the day! We can’t wait to see you!

🐰 Please keep in mind this event is one day only! ReStore coupons will only be valid on the day of the egg hunt, and there is a limit of one coupon per shopper! 🐰”

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The Answer to the Cary Spotlight Hook Trivia Question 👇👇👇
C) Roberta Gibb Link to Bio

Roberta “Bobbi” Gibb was the first woman to run the entire Boston Marathon. This was during a time when women were not allowed to compete. She hid at the start and finished ahead of many men. Her actions challenged gender norms in sports and paved the way for women in marathons. Gibb is a celebrated pioneer in women’s athletics.