RALEIGH, N.C. (WPTF) – WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary is buzzing as The Soccer Tournament returns for its biggest year yet, featuring 64 international teams and a million-dollar prize. Scott Dupree of the Greater Raleigh Sports Alliance says the global event is drawing massive crowds and star talent, all while bringing serious economic impact to Wake County.… Continue Reading
RALEIGH, N.C. (WPTF) – Jason Johnson, principal of Orange High School, has been named the 2025 Wells Fargo North Carolina Principal of the Year. Honored during a statewide ceremony in Cary, Johnson credited his students, staff, and the broader Orange County community, emphasizing that strong schools depend on strong partnerships between educators, parents, and students.… Continue Reading
RALEIGH, N.C. (WPTF) — The 13th Annual Racing for Rescues takes place this Sunday at WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary, offering a 5K run, a one-mile fun walk, and family activities. The event supports Second Chance Pet Adoptions, the Triangle’s oldest no-kill rescue, which has placed over 20,000 animals since 1987.… Continue Reading
RALEIGH, N.C. (WPTF) – The North Carolina Football Club (NCFC) announced the group’s annual golf tournament generated more than $45,000 to expand opportunities for youth soccer. NCFC spokesperson Katherine Eberhardt says the tournament offered people a chance to showcase their swing while also supporting the club’s mission to grow the game of soccer across North Carolina. “The event has grown over the years, it was our 20th annual event, and we’ve now taken over all three courses at Preston Wood which is a fantastic venue to host golfers. We raised more than $45,000 and had more than 281 golfers on the course. And all those funds are going to go right back into our community,” said Eberhardt.… Continue Reading
How cool is this! There’s a new art installation in Cary. It’s a virtual reality mural that popped up over the weekend! It’s from a series commissioned by the Town of Cary called GLOW!… Continue Reading
The popular N.C. Chinese Lantern Festival in Cary has been called off due to COVID-19 and its crowd restrictions.… Continue Reading