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Articles by Dave Droschak
News Around Town: Small Business Growth
ABOVE: Chamber & Chill is a gathering for professionals to network and unwind. APEX By Dave Droschak As executive director of the Apex Chamber of Commerce, David Bohm realizes formal networking events and ribbon cuttings don’t move the organization toward being part of a deeper, connected community. “We did a survey this past summer [to find] the number one value members saw from the Apex Chamber,” says Bohm.
Cape Fear Distillery: A Little Bit of Everything
From an art and memorabilia collection to a winery, a mini spa and a petting zoo—to, yes, a distillery—Cape Fear Distillery offers visitors an eclectic, multifaceted experience. BY DAVE DROSCHAK An affinity for collecting autographs, unique art and Hollywood memorabilia began innocently for Alex Munroe with a challenge from his older brothers.
Historic Cary: A Look into this Booming Western Wake Town
BY DAVE DROSCHAK If you’ve driven through Cary within the last 12 months, you’ve likely encountered a series of zigzag detours as the trendy downtown transforms right before our very eyes.
What’s in a name? A whole lot of Cackalacky
BY DAVE DROSCHAK A ton of gumption more than two decades ago by a young Triangle couple—plus a catchy name—has resulted in one of North Carolina’s most recognizable brands. In addition to OBX, Cheerwine, Bojangles and Krispy Kreme, all of us here in the Tar Heel State should add Cackalacky—a Pittsboro-based company that has recently taken branding to an entirely new level—to the list.
What’s in a name? A whole lot of Cackalacky
BY DAVE DROSCHAK A ton of gumption more than two decades ago by a young Triangle couple—plus a catchy name—has resulted in one of North Carolina’s most recognizable brands. In addition to OBX, Cheerwine, Bojangles and Krispy Kreme, all of us here in the Tar Heel State should add Cackalacky—a Pittsboro-based company that has recently taken branding to an entirely new level—to the list.
Stepping Away at 32, Michelle Wie West Takes Pride in Her Resiliency
The former teenage phenom won five times on the LPGA Tour including a U.S. Women's Open, and looks forward to family life after this week's Open. SOUTHERN PINES, N.C. -- Zero regrets. That’s how Michelle Wie West would like to remember her professional golf career as she prepares to leave the lush fairways and greens behind in her early 30s for a family life and greener business ventures.
Avalanche’s Gabriel Landeskog continues hot streak in win over Hurricanes
RALEIGH, N.C. – After a relatively slow start to the season Gabriel Landeskog is suddenly one of the hottest players in the NHL, scoring two more goals on the heels of his third career hat trick while Nathan MacKinnon added a third point as the Colorado Avalanche defeated the Carolina Hurricanes 3-1 Saturday afternoon.
Avalanche loses at Carolina, now 2-3 without Nathan MacKinnon
RALEIGH, N.C. – Suddenly, the offense has dried up for the Colorado Avalanche at the most inopportune time. Colorado remained on the outside of the Western Conference playoff picture after losing 3-1 to the Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday night, falling to 2-3 without leading scorer Nathan MacKinnon, who is out with a shoulder injury. MacKinnon can’t get back soon enough for the Avalanche (29-21-4), who have scored just five goals in their last four games.
Carolina special place for Avalanche assistant coach Nolan Pratt
RALEIGH, N.C. — It has been 25 years since Colorado assistant coach Nolan Pratt was drafted by the Hartford Whalers. “I do remember that draft day and it does seem like that long ago … time flies for sure,” Pratt said. The former NHL defenseman was back in a building this weekend he helped open as a member of the Carolina Hurricanes in 1999. Pratt wasn’t in Raleigh long. He was part of the Sandis Ozolinsh blockbuster trade in the 2000 offseason.
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