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• 🧠 Trivia Challenge: Spotlight Hook
• 🍽️ Discover Cary: Peck & Plume Reviews
• 📰 News: Blizzard Grounds More Than 110 Flights at RDU
• 📰 News: North Carolina's Early Voting: What You Need to Know for the 2026 Primaries
• 😄 Meme of the Day – Just for Laughs
• 🎁 Your gift fuels local fun: Show Your Support
• 📅 Events: Upcoming Events (Top Picks)
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Question: What is the world's only venomous primate?
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Peck & Plume Reviews
Peck & Plume 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.
Peck & Plume is a polished yet casual downtown Cary restaurant offering modern American classics with Southern inspiration, featuring everything from fried shrimp and grits to premium cocktails in a sophisticated setting overlooking Downtown Cary Park.
Check out their menu on their website: Peck & Plume
Address: 301 S Academy St, Cary, NC 27511 | Get Directions
Reader Poll Results
Peck & Plume (42 Votes)
🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Love this place! (22)
🟨🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️ 😊😊😊 I might give it a try (20)
Cary Spotlight Reader’s Feedback:
“Be sure and make reservations ”
“Food, ambiance, and cocktails.” “The food is incredibly good! ” “Somewhat expensive, service is slow, but food is good.”
“The food is delicious. The servers are excellent! They’re great with my gluten allergy, and the view of the park is incredible!”
“Reliable and a bit creative. Good place to meet friends or colleagues - and have a conversation. ”
“Love the library/ living room area for intimate dining or drinking. Delicious food, beautiful space. Great location. ”
“I had the trout over spaghetti. Trout was fresh and delicious, pasta could have used more sauce and zip but overall very good. Lovely waitress took good care of us. ”
“The food and atmosphere are worth the visit. Sometimes the staff can be sparse/in training but that's most restaurants these days.”
Peck & Plume
Do you have a favorite place to eat in Cary, NC? Click to share your pick.
FOOD ASSISTANCE CONCERNS?
Meet the Mama Edna Project as seen on Cary Spotlight
Got gently used furniture, tools, or kitchen gadgets? Instead of tossing them out, donate them to the Mama Edna Project and turn your pre-loved goods into meals for neighbors in need. Want to shop instead? Every purchase supports local hunger relief programs.
Mama Edna’s Thrift Shop
📍 1393 Maynard Rd SE Cary, NC 27511 | ☎ 919- 649-0678
🌐 The Mama Edna Project | Facebook Page
Learn more: Give the Gift of Food Security
Blizzard Grounds More Than 110 Flights at RDU
Concerns are emerging among Wake County parents after newly unsealed court documents named Leon Black, the former CEO of Apollo Global Management, in connection with Jeffrey Epstein. Apollo-managed funds later acquired Shutterfly, the parent company of school photography brands Lifetouch and Jostens.
While there is no allegation involving the photography companies themselves, some parents say the financial link has raised red flags about student privacy and image security. A petition is circulating that calls on the district to suspend existing contracts and consider local alternatives.
Lifetouch has rejected claims of any connection to Epstein and emphasized that Apollo does not participate in its day-to-day operations or have access to student photographs. The company said its acquisition by Apollo-managed funds occurred after Epstein’s arrest and death.
Wake County Public Schools said photography contracts are determined at the school level and include protections for student images. The district is working to address parent concerns and encourages families to speak directly with school administrators.
Just curious…
How did the Northeast blizzard impact your travel plans this week?
North Carolina's Early Voting: What You Need to Know for the 2026 Primaries
Early voting for North Carolina’s March primary is now underway, giving residents additional flexibility ahead of Election Day.
During the early voting period, voters may cast a ballot at any early voting site within their county. That differs from Election Day, when registered voters must report to their assigned polling place. Early voting also allows eligible residents to register and vote at the same time through same-day registration.
For the March 2026 primary election, in-person early voting began Thursday, Feb. 12, and runs through 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28. Election Day is Tuesday, March 3.
With just days remaining before early voting concludes, county election officials are encouraging voters to review site locations and hours and make a plan to cast their ballot.
Resource links: Early Voting Sites | Get a Free Voter Photo ID | Same-Day Registration Info | See If You Are Registered To Vote
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Feb 24 - Mar 2nd, 2026
🎟️ 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: Art Cart 12PM-3PM
• Today: William Peace JV vs Rockingham CC 5PM-9PM
• Wednesday: Green Hope HS vs Athens Drive HS 3:30PM & 6PM games
• Wednesday: Tai Chi: Downtown Cary Park 6:30PM-7:30PM
• Thursday: Green Hope JV vs East Chapel Hill 4PM
• Thursday: Intro to Machine Sewing Workshop 6PM-8PM
• Friday: PONDER Program: Birds of a Feather 10:30AM-12PM
• Friday: Nature in Love 2PM-3PM
• Friday: Game Night with Black and Nerdy Gamers 6PM-10PM
• Saturday: Cary Farmers Market 9AM-12PM
• Saturday: Blood Drive with the Cary Police Department 9AM-2PM
• Saturday: Youth Advocacy Summit 9AM-3PM
• Saturday: The Story of Love and Resilience 7PM-9:30PM
• Sunday: Cary Players presents Fortune or Fate 3PM-5PM
• Monday: Pot-a-Plant Workshop 6:30 PM-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 👇👇👇
A: Slow Loris
The slow loris (genus Nycticebus) is the world's only known venomous primate. Native to the rainforests of South and Southeast Asia, these nocturnal animals use a unique "chemical cocktail" to defend themselves and their territory.
Learn more about the Slow Loris.