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Hidden Gems of North Carolina
Go Explore Our State Asheville Pinball Machine Museum Do you remember when arcades were everywhere and you could go and spend hours roaming the games and racking up points? One of those games was the pinball machine and some people have become masters of the flippers. But did you know there is a place to…
Furry Friday: Meet Grape!
Do you like low key? I’m the lowest key. Do you like a snuggle buddy when you sleep or hang out on the couch? I’m the snuggliest. Do you like dogs that talk to you? I can be chatty when I want something. Do you like dogs that like to play fetch or tug of…
Serviceberry: A little-known native tree that birds (and gardeners) love
RALEIGH, N.C. (WPTF) – Many years ago, my family and I were visiting relatives in Ohio in early April. On the way back home it snowed, although it did not stick to the roads. It stopped snowing as we were coming down Fancy Gap mountain on the Virginia-North Carolina border, just north of Mount Airy. I have vivid memories of a tree with white blooms that caught my eye. It was a Serviceberry (Amelanchier) which is in the rose family. It is also called Shadbush, Shadblow, Juneberry, and Sugarplum. Native to all three regions of North Carolina and I had never seen one, so I read up on it and asked my “WPTF Weekend Gardener” co-host Anne Clapp about this interesting tree.
Furry Friday: Meet Shakka!
Meet Shakka: The Shy Guy Who Turns Into a Playtime Superstar! Shakka’s story hasn’t been the easiest-after a rough start in life and a foster home that didn’t work out (turns out cats aren’t his thing), this 2.5-year-old boy has been patiently waiting for his chance to shine. He’s a little shy and scared in…
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Olivia Rodrigo Paid For Therapy For Her Entire Crew On Guts Tour
During a recent appearance on the StageLeft podcast, Olivia Rodrigo’s guitarist, Daisy Spencer, revealed that the singer generously paid for free therapy for her crew throughout the Guts Tour, as well as during their time off the road. Spencer expressed gratitude for the accessible and free therapy, emphasizing the impact it had on her mental…… more >>
Kevin Jonas Was Saved From Financial Ruin By Jonas Brothers 2019 Reunion
In a recent appearance on the School of Greatness podcast with his brothers Nick and Joe, Kevin Jonas revealed that he faced financial ruin after losing “almost all” of his money following the split of the Jonas Brothers. Kevin eventually restored his assets due to the group’s reunion in 2019, and reflected on his personal…… more >>
‘Building The Band’ Dedicates Series To Liam Payne In Season Premiere Episode
The new Netflix competition series, Building the Band, is dedicated to the late Liam Payne, with host AJ McLean honoring the One Direction member in the premiere episode. “When we came together to film ‘Building the Band,’ we never imagined we’d soon be saying goodbye to our friend Liam Payne,” McLean said at the beginning…… more >>
Ed Sheeran To Sell His Paintings At London Gallery Show To Benefit His Charitable Foundation
Ed Sheeran will showcase his Jackson Pollock-inspired paintings in London at the Heni Gallery in Soho, starting on July 10 and running until August 1. The exhibition, titled “Cosmic Carpark Paintings,” will raise funds for his Ed Sheeran Foundation, which focuses on providing music education for young people. “So last year in between shows I…… more >>
Sean Combs Will Be Sentenced On October 3, Following Agreement Between Prosecution And Defense
Sean “Diddy” Combs will be sentenced on October 3 for his two prostitution convictions, after his defense team reached an agreement on the sentencing timeline with the prosecution. The defense’s sentencing memorandum is due on September 19, and the prosecution’s will be expected the following week, which was agreed to and signed by presiding Judge…… more >>