Cary Spotlight | Issue #502

The Help Center NC, Tips to Make the Time Change Easier, Gunfire on I-40 Leaves One Dead in Wake County

In this Cary Spotlight Issue…

💭Spotlight Hook

🧭 Discover Cary: The Help Center NC

📰 Losing an Hour? Tips to Make the Time Change Easier

📰 Cary High School Sports: What’s Streaming

📰 Gunfire on I-40 Leaves One Dead, Investigation Underway In Wake County

😀 Meme of the Day

☀️ Cary NC Weather

🏛️ Support Cary Local Businesses

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

❤️ Thank You, Margaret!

Question: What two elements did Marie Curie discover?

(Answer at the bottom of the newsletter.)

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The Help Center NC

Summary

In this episode of Cary Spotlight Connect, Dr. Chris Coetzer interviews Twanna Joyner Jones, founder and president of The Help Center of North Carolina. They discuss the organization's mission to provide immediate emergency needs and instill hope in the community through various programs.

Twanna shares insights into the challenges faced by nonprofits, her personal journey in establishing the center, and the significant impact it has made across multiple counties. The conversation also highlights ways for the community to get involved and support the center's initiatives.

Keywords: Cary Spotlight, nonprofit, community support, food assistance, self-sufficiency, volunteer opportunities, health services, youth programs, financial challenges, social impact, local initiatives

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • The Help Center combines immediate needs with hope for self-sufficiency.

  • They provide food, diapers, and health services to families.

  • The organization has expanded to eight counties since its inception.

  • Running a nonprofit involves navigating financial challenges.

  • Community involvement is crucial for sustaining programs.

  • The Help Center offers a mobile pantry for the elderly.

  • Youth enrichment programs teach giving back to the community.

  • Healthy pantry options are available for families with health issues.

  • Social media is a key tool for outreach and engagement.

  • Financial contributions are essential for maintaining supplies.

Ways to Support The Help Center of NC

✔ Follow on Social Media – @TheHelpCenterNC on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook
✔ Connect on LinkedIn – Twanna Joyner Jones
✔ Visit the Website – www.thehelpcenternc.com
✔ Volunteer or Donate – Become a monthly partner, make a one-time donation, or contribute supplies https://thehelpcenternc.com/donate/

We’d love to hear from you! Let us know how aware you are of The Help Center of North Carolina, a nonprofit providing food, diapers, and other essential support to local families

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Losing an Hour? Tips to Make the Time Change Easier

Daylight Saving Time begins on Sunday, March 9, 2025, at 2:00 a.m., requiring clocks to be set one hour ahead. While the adjustment may seem minor, the disruption to the body’s circadian rhythm can lead to fatigue, difficulty concentrating, and sleep issues.

Experts suggest that gradually shifting bedtime by 15-20 minutes in the days leading up to the change is the best way to prepare. However, for those who haven’t planned ahead, simple strategies can still make the transition smoother.

On Saturday night, set your clocks forward and aim to wake up at your usual time. On Sunday morning, get outside for some early daylight exposure, which helps regulate the body’s internal clock. Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and heavy meals before bedtime, and minimize screen time at night. If you feel excessively tired, a brief nap (before 2 p.m.) may help.

For those heading to work or school on Monday, it’s best to ease into the week by avoiding major commitments early in the day. Parents can help children adjust by keeping evening routines consistent and encouraging outdoor activity.

By making a few small adjustments, the transition to Daylight Saving Time can be less stressful, helping you stay energized and productive as spring approaches.

Just curious…

⏰ How Do You Handle the Time Change?

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Cary High School Sports: What’s Streaming

The NFHS Network, offers live and on-demand streaming of high school sports across 27 different sports. Learn more and stream events.

You can save time and use our link to events for the next 7 days:

  1. Cary High School (Upcoming Streaming Events)

  2. Panther Creek High School (Upcoming Streaming Events)

  3. Green Level High School (Upcoming Streaming Events)

  4. Green Hope High School (Upcoming Streaming Events)

  5. Cary Academy (Upcoming Streaming Events)

  6. Anthens Drive High School (Upcoming Streaming Events)

  7. Middle Creek High School (Upcoming Streaming Events)

  8. Cary Christian High School (Upcoming Streaming Events)

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Gunfire on I-40 Leaves One Dead,
Investigation Underway In Wake County

Authorities are investigating a deadly highway shooting that took place Friday morning along Interstate 40 in Wake County, leaving a driver fatally wounded and prompting significant traffic disruptions.

The victim, Ricardo Baez Cardenas, 35, was traveling eastbound on I-40 near Harrison Avenue when gunfire struck his white pickup truck. Witnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots, and video footage showed shattered glass scattering onto the highway as a sedan was seen driving away.

Emergency responders arrived at 6:35 a.m., closing several lanes between Aviation Parkway and Harrison Avenue while they treated the victim and launched an investigation. Cardenas was rushed to a nearby hospital, where he later died from his injuries.

The incident resulted in extended traffic delays lasting past 11 a.m., as deputies worked to secure the scene and gather evidence. Law enforcement has not released information on any suspects or potential motives, and the case remains under investigation.

Authorities are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward.

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The Answer to the Cary Spotlight Hook Question 👇👇👇

Marie Curie, a pioneering physicist and chemist, discovered two radioactive elements: polonium and radium, in 1898. She named polonium after her native Poland, which at the time was under partition and lacked independence. These groundbreaking discoveries significantly advanced our understanding of radioactivity and earned her the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1911. ​

In her own words, "Life is not easy for any of us. But what of that? We must have perseverance and above all confidence in ourselves. We must believe that we are gifted for something and that this thing must be attained."

"Nothing in life is to be feared; it is only to be understood."

For more information, you can read this article: Marie Curie - The Scientist