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🌱 See how two Cary high schools broke into North Carolina’s top tier

Cary, North Carolina Patch AM: a 5 min read

Hi there, Cary! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • See how two Cary high schools broke into North Carolina’s top tier
  • How a $2 billion hospital deal could reshape care in Cary
  • Former Panther Creek soccer player killed; suspect now charged with murder

Also on today's calendar: 10 Year Anniversary Grand Open House and 2 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the Buffalo say when his son left? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Partly sunny and less humid, with a high of 88 and low of 62 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Monday: Plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 88, low: 63.
  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 86 and low of 65 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Rankings: Only 1 traditional high school cracks top 10 in NC (carolinajournal.com) — Two Cary schools just landed among the very best in North Carolina: Green Level High is the only traditional public high school in the state’s top 10, and Wake NCSU STEM Early College High School ranks fourth. The latest U.S. News & World Report list highlights how choice schools, charters, and early colleges dominate statewide rankings, while Cary’s campuses stand out in both state and national comparisons.
   

2. WakeMed-Atrium deal ‘deserves close scrutiny,' governor's office says ahead of possible merger vote (wral.com) — WakeMed’s proposed merger with Atrium Health could bring major investment to its Cary hospital, expanding services without planned layoffs, but state leaders are questioning whether it might also raise healthcare costs. Governor Josh Stein has sent detailed questions to WakeMed, while Wake County commissioners will ultimately decide whether the deal moves forward. Cary residents could see more jobs and facilities if it’s approved.
   

3. Man arrested in Durham murder of Morrisville man earlier this month, police say (cbs17.com) — A Morrisville man who graduated from Panther Creek High School in Cary has been identified as the victim in an August 6 shooting in northeast Durham, and a Durham suspect is now charged with his murder. The 21-year-old, remembered as a former varsity soccer player, died after being found wounded on Ross Road, and the suspect is being held without bond pending a court appearance.
   

4. 50 Cent Fortnite: Who Owns Fortnite? 2026 Facts (fourweekmba.com) — Cary gets a brief spotlight as the global headquarters of Epic Games, the company behind Fortnite and the Unreal Engine. The piece mainly breaks down who owns Fortnite, how Epic makes money from in-game purchases and licensing, and where major investors like Tencent and Sony fit into the picture, offering context for a gaming giant based in Cary.
   

5. 5 Housing submarkets in North Carolina cities that smart tech relocations are targeting (wral.com) — If you’re eyeing a move, downtown Cary is flagged as an emerging hot spot, with hundreds of new apartments, mixed-use projects, and the new park fueling redevelopment. The piece also compares similar growth pockets in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and Fayetteville to help relocators spot more affordable, up-and-coming neighborhoods across North Carolina.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I saw that someone posted pics of their monarch caterpillars, so I thought I’d post mine too.
    Last year I planted 3 butterfly milkweed plants (asclepias tuberosa). Because they are prolific seed droppers, I got a whole bunch of new plants this… (Nextdoor MacArthur Park)
  • I want to thank Jennifer in Lochmere who came to my aid when I locked my keys in the car at the car wash.
    She was my angel that day . There are still some wonderful ,compassionate people in our neighborhood. Wishing you a wonderful week ahead! (Nextdoor Coventry)
  • Lifetime Fitness - Life Time, Inc. posted a job opening for Summer Camp Counselor in Cary. Apply here.
  • Molly Maid posted a job opening for Professional House Cleaner in Cary. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Cary here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bison! (Thank you Judy M. for sending it in!)
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