Cary Spotlight | Issue #367

Cary Spotlight Turns 1 🎉 | Home Invasion Report | Leaf Collection Starts Soon | Celebrate Trunk or Treat at WakeMed

In this Cary Spotlight Issue…

💭Spotlight Hook Trivia

😀 Quote of the Day

📰 Thank You, Cary Spotlight Readers – 1 Year and 367 Issues Strong! 🎉

📰 Organized Crime Suspected in Cary Home Invasion

📰 Get Ready: Cary’s Leaf Collection Begins November 4

📰 Community Spirit Shines at WakeMed Cary’s Trunk or Treat on October 25

☀️ Cary NC Weather

📅 Lots Of Events This Week (The Week at a Glance)

🏛️ Support Cary Local Businesses: Cary Spotlight Directory

Question: Who developed the Montessori method of education?

(Answer at the bottom of the newsletter.)

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Thank You, Cary Spotlight Readers – 1 Year and 367 Issues Strong! 🎉

Today is a special day for us. On October 24th, 2024, we celebrate one full year of bringing you Cary Spotlight, and we couldn’t have done it without you! Over the past year, we’ve delivered 366 daily issues—and today marks our 367th consecutive issue. Whether you’ve read one issue or all 367, we’re so grateful to have you as part of our community.

Thanks to loyal readers like you, Cary Spotlight has grown to 5,527 engaged local subscribers, with an incredible 58.2% open rate—a testament to your curiosity, interest, and support for local news, events and stories. We want to take a moment to shine a light on two extraordinary groups within our community:

  • Readers with 200+ issues, who open at an impressive 89.2% rate

  • Readers with 300+ issues, showing a remarkable 95.2% open rate

You inspire me every day with your loyalty, your engagement, and your passion for all things Cary. From the first issue to today’s 367th edition, we’ve worked tirelessly to bring you stories, events, and news that matter most to you—and we haven’t missed a single day along the way.

Our journey is just beginning. Your feedback, shares, and support have fueled us, and we’re excited to continue growing with you as we head into year two.

Thank you for being with us on this adventure. Whether you’ve opened 1 issue or all 367, your support means the world to us.

Here’s to another year of connecting, informing, and celebrating our Cary community together.

With gratitude,
Chris Coetzer, PhD
Founder, Cary Spotlight

Editor’s Note: My new favorite song to jam while putting together today’s issue. 😊

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Organized Crime Suspected in Cary Home Invasion

Cary Police are investigating a home burglary in the Windermere neighborhood that may be connected to an organized South American crime group targeting wealthier homes in the Triangle area. The incident occurred during the day while the homeowner was briefly away picking up her child. The thieves entered through a side kitchen window, making off with $18,000 in cash and $33,000 in jewelry.

Investigators found a crumpled map in the backyard with the victim's home marked, pointing to a deliberate and planned effort. This burglary mirrors a string of recent incidents in Wake County, including one in Raleigh where arrests were made earlier this year, tying the crimes to a Chilean group.

Despite the presence of security systems in the neighborhood, no footage captured the burglary. Neighbors noticed two men wearing reflective vests near the home around the time of the break-in, raising concerns about criminals posing as workers. Cary Police have urged residents to stay alert and report any unusual behavior.
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Get Ready: Cary’s Leaf Collection Begins November 4

Cary’s annual loose leaf collection starts November 4, with additional pickups scheduled for December 2 and January 21. Residents can rake or blow leaves to the curb up to a week before each date to ensure timely collection. Cary will visit every street at least twice before Christmas, with progress available through a live map at carync.gov/leaves.

To ensure smooth pickups, residents should pile leaves behind the curb and away from sidewalks, hydrants, and storm drains. Cars parked on streets can obstruct collection and should be removed when crews are scheduled to arrive. Cary also offers weekly yard waste collection and free contractor leaf drop-offs at the Citizen’s Convenience Center by request.

Once scheduled pickups conclude, residents can request additional leaf collection between February 7 and March 31, 2025, at no charge. For updates or tracking, homeowners can use carync.gov/leaves or download the Cary Collects app.

Credit: WakeMed Cary Hospital

Community Spirit Shines at WakeMed Cary’s Trunk or Treat on October 25

WakeMed Cary Hospital invites families to its annual Trunk or Treat event on Friday, October 25, 2024, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the hospital’s parking lot. The event offers a fun-filled Halloween experience where kids can collect candy from decorated car trunks in a safe and festive setting.

In addition to trick-or-treating, families can meet Cary firefighters, check out a police display from the Town of Cary Police Department, and enjoy live music spun by a DJ.

Local businesses will also be present to join in the festivities. Trunk or Treat aims to create a joyful and secure space for children and parents alike to celebrate Halloween together. Admission is free, welcoming all in the community to take part. Learn more

Address: 1900 Kildaire Farm Rd, Cary, NC 27518 | Directions

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Upcoming Local Events

Looking ahead to events happening in Cary, NC for the rest of the week.
Outdoor events may be changed due to weather, so click the links to see latest event information.

October 24th (Thursday)

October 25th (Friday)

October 26th (Saturday)

October 27th (Sunday)

October 28th (Monday)

The Answer to the Cary Spotlight Hook Trivia Question 👇👇👇

Maria Montessori, an Italian physician and educator, developed the Montessori method of education in the early 20th century. Her innovative approach emphasizes child-led learning, hands-on activities, and fostering independence in a carefully prepared environment. The Montessori method has since gained global recognition, influencing educational practices worldwide by encouraging curiosity, creativity, and lifelong learning.

For more information about Maria Montessori and her educational philosophy, you can visit the American Montessori Society website.