Cary Spotlight | Issue #638

Lucky 32 Southern Kitchen Reviews, Biogen to Invest $2 Billion in RTP, Cary Nonprofit Feeds Kids In Need


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Question: Which U.S. coin has a building that’s backward on it?

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Lucky 32 Southern Kitchen Reviews

Lucky 32 Southern Kitchen is one of the local food places nominated by Cary Spotlight’s readers for our Discover Cary project. If you had a chance to sample their food, feel free to share your opinion below.

Lucky 32 Southern Kitchen in Cary serves exceptional renderings of classic Southern dishes made with plenty of local ingredients in an upscale setting with seasonal menus, employee ownership, and a beautiful garden terrace for outdoor dining.

Check out their menu on their website: Lucky 32 Southern Kitchen

Address: 7307 Tryon Rd, Cary, NC 27518 | Get Directions

Reader Poll Results

Lucky 32 Southern Kitchen (27 Votes)

🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Love this place! (19)
🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ 😊😊😊 I have never been there but I might give it a try (8)

Cary Spotlight Reader’s Feedback:
“The service and presentation are always excellent. I particularly enjoy the often surprising twists on traditional southern cuisine.”

“Excellent restaurant. The food is delicious and their staff is superb!”

“Interesting menu with seasonal changes. Really like this.”

“Great food and cocktails. Outdoor seating. ”

Lucky 32 Southern Kitchen

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Cary Nonprofit Feeds Kids in Need Through Summer Meal Program

A Doorway to Hope (ADTH), a nonprofit based in Cary, is addressing summer food insecurity through its Nourishing Our Neighbors program, which provides free weekday dinners to children living in Chatham Estates. Many of these children qualify for free or reduced-price meals during the school year at Mills Park Elementary, and the program helps ensure they continue receiving nutritious meals over the summer.

Initially supported by USDA grant funding, the initiative now relies on private donations. Meals are prepared by Ruckus Pizza, a local restaurant chain that adheres to school nutrition standards while keeping the food appealing to children. Volunteers distribute meals and organize recreational activities like games and crafts, creating a safe and supportive space for kids and families.

The program serves not only local residents but also families from outside the community who travel for the meals and companionship. With the future of Chatham Estates uncertain due to a pending sale, the program has become a source of stability for many. ADTH hopes greater awareness of local need will encourage more Cary residents to get involved and help sustain the effort. Read Full Story

Biogen to Invest $2 Billion in RTP Expansion

Biogen plans to invest $2 billion over the next three years to expand and modernize its facilities in Research Triangle Park. The investment will enhance the company’s capacity for antisense oligonucleotide production, introduce new clinical and commercial fill-finish capabilities, and upgrade manufacturing technology and controls. These improvements are aimed at supporting Biogen’s late-stage clinical pipeline and ensuring a reliable supply of treatments.

The company, which has been part of the RTP community since 1995, has already invested $10 billion in the region, making it Biogen’s largest manufacturing footprint. The new investment highlights RTP’s growing importance as a global center for biotech innovation and underscores Biogen’s continued commitment to scientific advancement and collaboration with North Carolina’s life sciences workforce. Read Full Report

Prime Time for Courage, Four-Goal Friday for NCFC

It was a busy week for soccer fans in Cary, with big news for the NC Courage and a strong showing from North Carolina FC on their home pitch.

  • NC Courage’s Sept. 19 road match vs. Orlando Pride has been moved to Prime Video, with kickoff now set for 8 p.m. ET at Inter&Co Stadium. This will be the team’s third national broadcast on Prime this season.

  • North Carolina FC got back in the win column with a 4-2 victory over Indy Eleven. Rafa Mentzingen, Jaden Servania, Evan Conway, and Pedro Dolabella all found the net in a high-energy performance at WakeMed Soccer Park.

  • Mikey Maldonado added his seventh assist of the year, while Conway and Dolabella now share the team lead with five goals each. The win keeps NCFC in fourth place in the USL Championship Eastern Conference.

Cary fans are riding high with playoff pushes and prime-time games just around the corner!

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July 22-28

🎟️ 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: Stroller Stretch and Condition 9:30AM-10:30AM
• Today: Special Town Hall Meeting 6:30PM-8:30PM
• Wednesday: Monogram Door Hanger Workshop 6:30PM-8:30PM
• Wednesday: Wellness Walk 7PM-8PM
• Thursday: Dungeons & Dragons in the Park 6PM-10PM
• Thursday: Town Council Meeting (Regular) 6:30PM-8:30PM
• Friday: Meet the Artists: Fine Arts League of Cary 6PM-8PM
• Friday: Discover Dance: Break Dance Session 7:30PM-9:30PM
• Saturday: Cary Farmers Market 8AM-Noon
• Saturday: Bathtub Pirates 9:30AM-10:15AM
• Monday: Magic and Medicine of the Plants 9AM-10AM
• Monday: Terrific Terrariums 6:30PM-8:30PM

But wait! There’s more. To save space in your inbox, we’ve moved the full list of events online — now you can plan ahead: See Full 2-Week Calendar

The Answer to the Cary Spotlight Hook Trivia Question 👇👇👇
On the back of the U.S. penny, the Lincoln Memorial appears to be facing backward—yet if you look closely, you can spot a tiny statue of Lincoln seated facing forward inside the monument. This clever detail was added when the reverse design was introduced in 1959 to mark the 150th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln’s birth. Though small, the image of the statue is a fascinating and often overlooked feature of the coin.