🧭 Here’s what’s in today’s issue:

• 🧠 Trivia Challenge: Spotlight Hook
• 🎨 Discover Cary: Lugano Ristorante Reviews
• 📰 News: Cary to Host District B Information Meeting on October 21
• 📰 News: Opening Night Brings Canes Win and Community Spirit
• 😄 Meme of the Day – Just for laughs
• 🎁 Support the businesses that support Cary: Show your support
• 📅 Events: Upcoming Events (Top Picks)

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Lugano Ristorante Reviews

Lugano Ristorante 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.

Lugano Ristorante offers comfortable, casual Italian dining with handmade pastas, traditional dishes like chicken parmesan and lasagna, plus an inviting atmosphere perfect for family gatherings, business functions, or romantic dinners.

Check out their menu on their website: Lugano Ristorante

Address: 1060 Darrington Dr, Cary, NC 27513 | Get Directions

Reader Poll Results

Lugano Ristorante (76 Votes)

🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Love this place! (60)
🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ 😊😊😊 I might give it a try (16)

Cary Spotlight Reader’s Feedback:

“Food is fantastic and service is great. ” “I love almost everything on the menu! Always tasty….and the service is good. ” “It’s ALL good!”

“Consistent excellent service and atmosphere. The specials and menu items are always delicious. Great location!”

Love their chicken Marsala and pasta with eggplant!!”

“Every item on their menu is fantastic. Also if you have a special order and give them 48 hours advance notice if they can they will make it for you. I love Veal Parmigiana and order it on a regular basis. ”

“Never had a bad meal there! My Italian husband loved it too. ”

“I have been going there for years and years. Food and service outstanding..”

Do you have a favorite place to eat in Cary, NC? Click to share your pick.

Cary to Host District B Information Meeting on October 21

Cary is inviting residents to attend a District B Information Meeting on Tuesday, October 21, at The Cary Theater in downtown Cary. The session begins at 6 p.m., with doors opening at 5:30 p.m.

The event will include updates from the Mayor, District B Councilmembers, and Town leadership on a range of topics. Highlights will include information from the Mayor’s State of Cary address, progress on the Cary Community Plan, updates on public safety, and an overview of the Town’s finances.

Residents will have the chance to engage directly with local officials during a Q&A session, offering an opportunity to share feedback and ask questions about ongoing Town initiatives.

No registration is needed to attend. Residents can check which district they belong to at carync.gov/districts and find future district meetings or related events on the Town’s calendar. For inquiries, Cary 311 is available at carync.gov/311, by phone at 311 or (919) 469-4000, or by email at [email protected].

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Just curious…

Opening Night Brings Canes Win and Community Spirit

The Carolina Hurricanes’ season opener brought a spirited crowd of fans to PNC Arena, where tailgating and camaraderie set the tone for the year ahead. Families traveled from all parts of the state, turning the event into both a social gathering and a show of loyalty to the team.

Parents introduced young children to the experience, continuing a growing tradition among Hurricanes supporters who have embraced the team since its relocation from Connecticut. The parking lots buzzed with energy as longtime fans grilled food, shared stories, and reflected on what it means to be part of the Hurricanes community.

Many spoke of their excitement to see how the team performs after the offseason, expressing a common hope that this will be the year the Hurricanes capture the Stanley Cup. For these fans, the season opener represents not just the start of new games, but the renewal of a shared passion that unites them year after year.

Their hopes were matched by a strong performance on the ice, as the Hurricanes defeated the New Jersey Devils 6–3. Both K’Andre Miller and Seth Jarvis scored twice, giving fans an early reason to believe this season could live up to expectations.

Read Full Report | Carolina Hurricanes Updates

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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:

• Friday: Movie Night: The Nightmare Before Christmas 6PM-10PM
• Friday: North Carolina FC vs Phoenix Rising FC 7PM
• Friday: Comedy Show with Joel Byars and Yoshee So 8PM-10PM
• Saturday: Hum Sub Diwali 25th Anniversary 9AM-9PM (Free Admission)
• Saturday: Barkitecture 1PM-5PM
• Saturday: NC Courage vs Washington Spirit 7:30PM
• Sunday: North Carolina Walk4Hearing 10:30AM-2PM
• Sunday: Fido Photography with Joanne Wetzel 3PM-5PM
• Monday: School BreakOUT! 10AM-4PM

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