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Piada Italian Street Food
Piada Italian Street Food is one of the local food places nominated by Cary Spotlight's readers for our Discover Cary project. If you've had a chance to sample their food, feel free to share your opinion below.
Piada Italian Street Food is a fast-casual spot where chefs hand-roll piadas, toss pastas, and build chopped salads right in front of you, using a short list of fresh ingredients finished on a stone grill.
Technically Morrisville, but practically Cary—Piada is tucked into Park West Village, just south of Chapel Hill Road and steps from the Northwest Cary Parkway border, so your GPS won't even notice… but your taste buds definitely will!
Check out their menu on their website: Piada Italian Street Food
Address: 2016 Market Center Drive, Morrisville, NC 27560 | Get Directions
Piada Italian Street Food
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NC Reports Rise in Parasite Linked to Severe Diarrhea
North Carolina health officials are reporting an increase in cases of cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness caused by the parasite Cyclospora.
Since early May, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has identified at least 110 cases across the state. While officials have not found a common source, the infection is often linked to fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs that are eaten raw.
How It Spreads
People become infected by consuming food or water contaminated with the parasite. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, fresh produce has been associated with outbreaks in recent years.
Symptoms can include severe diarrhea, nausea, stomach cramps and fatigue. Although the illness is rarely life-threatening, it can last for weeks if left untreated.
No Common Source Identified
The CDC reports that cases have been identified in 17 states, with 20 people hospitalized. No deaths have been reported.
North Carolina health officials say their investigation has not identified a single food item or supplier responsible for the recent cases.
How to Protect Yourself
Health officials recommend washing hands thoroughly before and after handling produce, rinsing fruits and vegetables under running water, scrubbing firm produce with a clean brush when appropriate, and removing damaged areas or outer leaves before eating.
Because Cyclospora is commonly found on produce that is eaten raw, careful cleaning is one of the best ways to reduce the risk of infection.
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How do you usually clean fresh fruits and vegetables before eating them?
Moody's Affirms Cary's Top Credit Rating
Cary has once again earned the highest possible credit rating from Moody's, reaffirming the town's strong financial position and long-term fiscal stability.
The Aaa bond rating places Cary among a select group of municipalities nationwide with top-tier credit, allowing the town to borrow money at lower interest rates when funding major infrastructure projects.
Lower Costs for Community Investments
A strong credit rating helps reduce borrowing costs for projects such as parks, greenways, roads, public safety facilities and utility infrastructure. Lower financing costs can allow more taxpayer dollars to be directed toward community improvements instead of interest payments.
Built on Long-Term Financial Planning
Moody's cited Cary's consistent budgeting practices, healthy financial reserves and long-term planning as key reasons for maintaining the Aaa rating.
Town leaders say the recognition reflects decades of careful financial management that has positioned Cary to support continued growth while maintaining fiscal stability.
Read more about Cary’s financial stewardship at www.carync.gov/acfr. To learn about how Cary sells bonds to help pay for important projects, visit www. carync.gov/municipalbonds.
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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:
• Thursday: Adventures in Alamance Trip 8:AM-6PM
• Thursday: Zumba 7PM-8PM
• Friday: Bands, Bites, and Boats 6PM-8PM
• Friday: NC Symphony Summerfest: Sidecar Social Club 6PM-8:45PM
• Friday: Speed Puzzling in the Park 7PM-9:30PM
• Saturday: Cary Farmers Market 8AM-12PM
• Saturday: Yoga 9AM-10AM
• Saturday: Kiki's Comedy Showcase: Sunsets & Standup 7PM-9PM
• Sunday: Sunday Sound Bath 4PM-5:30PM
• Monday: North Raleigh Arts and Creative Theatre Trip 4PM-10:45PM
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The Answer to the Cary Spotlight Hook Trivia Question 👇👇👇
A: Amsterdam
The Rijksmuseum is located in Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands. Situated on the famous Museumplein, it is the national museum of the Netherlands and houses world-renowned masterpieces from artists like Rembrandt and Vermeer.
For more information, Rijksmuseum