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• 🧠 Trivia Challenge: Spotlight Hook
• ❤️ Discover Cary: The Help Center NC
• 📰 News: Two Housing Projects Up for Review by Cary’s Zoning Board
• 📰 News: Rising Country Star Misha Fair to Perform in Cary
• 😄 Meme of the Day – Just for laughs
• 🏪 Support Local: Small biz to check out and coffee tips
• 📅 Events: Upcoming Events (Top Picks)

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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

📢 Quotable Moments

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.

• 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.

• Financial contributions are essential for maintaining supplies.

🎯 Call to Action

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

Two Housing Projects Up for Review by Cary’s Zoning Board

The Cary Planning and Zoning Board is set to review two rezoning proposals during its June 23 meeting. Although the Board does not have final authority, its recommendations are a key step in the Town Council’s decision-making process. The meeting will be held in person and streamed online, but no public comment will be taken.

One proposal would rezone a 10-acre portion of the Regency Park Planned Development District, currently designated for office use, to allow up to 245 multifamily units. The application includes conditions such as providing affordable housing, meeting green building standards, and building a multimodal path. This site would remain under the Swift Creek Watershed Protection Overlay District.

The other rezoning request involves annexing two parcels on Barbee Road and assigning Cary Residential 12 Conditional Use zoning. The applicant intends to build up to 14 single-family homes on large lots, with watershed protections from the Jordan Lake Overlay remaining in place. Both cases will be assessed for alignment with the Imagine Cary Community Plan. Meeting’s Agenda | Streaming Live (June 23 at 5PM)

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The Planning and Zoning Board is reviewing proposals for both higher-density multifamily housing and low-density single-family homes. We want to hear from you:

Rising Country Star Misha Fair to Perform in Cary

The Cary Theater will present a Juneteenth Jamboree on June 20, headlined by Misha Fair, a breakout country-soul artist known for her expressive lyrics and genre-blending style. Organized with Country Soul Songbook’s Kamara Thomas, the event is part of Cary’s ongoing efforts to highlight diverse musical voices and cultural celebrations.

Fair’s music draws on a range of influences, from Americana and classic country to R&B and ‘90s alternative. Her performances are marked by emotional depth and a strong sense of storytelling, reflecting her Southern roots and musical versatility. With a voice that resonates across genres, she brings both tradition and innovation to the stage.

The 90-minute concert, which will run without intermission, offers a chance for local audiences to experience Fair’s dynamic live show in an intimate setting. Following the Biscuits and Banjos Festival, the Juneteenth Jamboree continues Cary’s commitment to celebrating music that honors Southern heritage and Black artistry.  Learn More & Ticket Info

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🎟️ Upcoming Events (Top Picks)

Outdoor events may be changed due to weather, so click the links to see latest event information. Here are a few ideas for the week, so plan ahead:

• Today: Trivia Night 6PM-8PM
• Today: Zumba 7PM-8PM
• Friday: Country Soul Songbook: Juneteenth Jamboree 7PM-8:30PM
• Friday: GLOW Yoga 8:30PM-9:30PM
• Saturday: Cary Farmers Market 8AM-12PM
• Saturday: Juneteenth Celebration 3PM-9PM

To save space in your inbox, we’ve moved the full list of events online — now you can plan ahead with access to this week and next! See Full 2-Week Calendar