Public Safety Heroes Training the Next Generation
By Matt SmithVice President, Development + Strategic PartnershipsWake Technical Community College I don’t remember what age I was when I finally accepted that I wasn’t going to grow up to be Batman. Probably older than I’d like to admit.
Cary’s Greenways Offer 100+ Miles of Beauty, Community, and Triangle Connection
By Rachel Simon When the Town of Cary built its first-ever greenway back in 1979, few could’ve predicted that the .15-mile-long path would be the start of Cary’s expansive, nationally-recognized network of trails. Yet nearly 50 years later, the area is home to over 100 miles of paved greenways that connect parks, schools, retail spaces…
The Cyber Defenders Next Door
By Matt Smith A few weeks ago, my colleague Lisa Marie and I found ourselves comparing notes about suspicious emails. “I’m about to get rich!!!” I joked after reading one that promised easy money.
The Career I Never Saw Coming
Discover how unexpected careers like BioMechatronics are transforming Western Wake’s future, connecting students, educators, and employers to create life-changing opportunities while fueling the region’s growing life sciences economy.
Expect the Unexpected – Beyond our Backyard
Western Wake is growing, but its most important story may be the talent being developed right here at home. From cybersecurity and innovation to athletics, local students are proving they can learn, compete, and make an impact on a national stage.
From Soccer to Pickleball, Sports Championships Nationwide Are Making Cary Their Home
That first College Cup tournament, held at the then-new WakeMed Soccer Park, was such a success that the NCAA returned to Cary year after year – and not just for soccer, but for baseball, tennis, and more.
Grounded in Community
As Western Wake grows, stories like Armani Evans’ show how opportunity is taking root close to home. From Sweetwater Town Center to Wake Tech’s biotech partnerships, community, connection, and career growth are shaping the region’s future together.
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Expect the Unexpected in Western Wake
Plans are underway for a new Conlon Western Wake Campus in Apex that will help prepare students for careers in fields that are rapidly expanding across the Triangle. When it opens later this decade, it will connect students directly with opportunities in industries shaping the future of our community.
With Spring Daze and More, Cary is a Bigger Arts Destination Than Ever
A celebration of Cary’s growing arts scene, Spring Daze Festival returns April 25 with artists, food, music, and family activities.