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Celebrate Class of 2020 + Carjacking Crash + S'many Deserts
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Happy National Toasted Marshmallow Day,
This Monday news roundup includes a celebration for the class of 2020, a carjacking, and a collaboration between a Cary church and Wake County to promote vaccinations. Read all about that, events, and more below!
Today's weather, 8/30: Humid throughout the day. High: 95 Low: 74.
Here are the top stories today in Raleigh:
- The long awaited celebration of NC State's Class of 2020 was held on Saturday in Reynolds Coliseum. Last year the commencement ceremony was held virtually due to coronavirus concerns. Chloe Whalen spoke on behalf of the 2020 class and said "it's almost like we were ghosted by college," and the class of 2020 was thrilled to be able to celebrate side by side on Saturday. (abc11)
- An Instagram page has emerged that pokes fun at the insanity of the housing market. The Instagram account @zillowgonewild highlights some of the insane listings found across the country, including many listings from North Carolina. The "Star Wars House" from Raleigh was featured, and I'm sure it's just a matter of time until the "Hobbit House" makes it's way there. (WRAL)
- A driver died in a crash on Interstate 440 near Six Forks Road on Saturday afternoon. The driver was traveling alone and lost control of the vehicle, hitting a guardrail, and flipping over it into the woods. Two of the four westbound lanes were closed near Exit 8 for several hours while crews tried to clear the scene. Authorities have not released the name of the individual who passed. (WRAL)
- On Saturday afternoon a woman was carjacked outside of a Lowe's Foods. The carjacker who was unarmed threatened the woman and stole her vehicle. The suspect wrecked the vehicle along US 401 at Ligon Mill Road and Mitchell Mill Road, and fled into nearby woods. Police pursued the suspect on foot and were able to capture him. No one was injured. (CBS17, WRAL)
- Wake County and Cary First Christian Church teamed up to provide a COVID-19 testing and vaccine clinic on Saturday. Senior pastor Mycal Brickhouse hopes that the clinic helps spread awareness and get more people vaccinated. The location was also offering booster shots to eligible individuals. The church intends to hold another vaccine and testing clinic in September. (CBS17)
Today in Raleigh
- Coast 2 Coast Live Showcase Raleigh at The Pour House (9:00 pm-1:00 am)
- 30/30 Outdoor Community Class: Half Fit Camp/Half Yoga (6:30 pm-7:30 pm)
- Teen Experience: Alcohol Ink Glass Jars and Zendoodles (4:00 pm-4:30 pm)
- Yoga in the Park at Dorthea Dix Park (6:00 pm-7:00 pm)
- Search for Raleigh's Signature Cocktail at V Pizza Cary (6:30 pm-8:30 pm)
Raleigh Patch Notebook
- To celebrate National Toasted Marshmallow Day, Nora Cafe in North Raleigh can hook you up with several different coffee favorites with toasty marshmallow flair.
- Toasted Marshmallow Honorable Mentions: S'mores Monster Shake from Andia's Ice Cream, S'mores Croissant from Layered Croissanterie, and the S'mores Sundae from Bittersweet. Sadly they're all closed on Monday, but how could I not share those amazing creations.
- Check out NC State's flip book of Envisioning Research contest winning images. (NCSU.edu)
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Alright friends, now that you have tons of treats to keep your mouth watering for the week, go have an amazing week. I'll have a whole new roundup of events, news, and more for you tomorrow.
— CJ Fullford
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