CBC’s Seth Effron Named to E & P’s 20 Over 50 List for 2023
Editor & Publisher has chosen Corp Opinion Editor Seth Effron for the publication’s 20 Over 50 list for 2023. “The 20 news media professionals you’ll meet were nominated for their strong work ethic, transformational mindsets, commitment to journalistic and publishing excellence and ability to lead during challenging times,” writes Robin Binder in the introduction to […]
Nominations for the 2023 WRAL Voters’ Choice Awards are open
The ninth-annual WRAL Voters’ Choice Awards presented by NeighborHealth are open for nominations now at wral.com/vcas! The nomination period for the awards runs through October 8. Each year, your nominations and votes help WRAL recognize local favorites across over 100 categories. There is no cost for businesses to be nominated, voted on or win awards. […]
Durham Bulls Fill Final Homestand with College NIght, Copa de la Diversion, Fireworks and More
The Bulls are back in town for the final homestand of the 2023 season, playing a six-game series versus the Louisville Bats! The Bulls kick the week off with Tacos & Tallboys, followed by Bark in the Park presented by Titos’s Vodka and Kids Eat Free Wednesday, Dollar Dog Thursday with Old Bull Jerseys and […]
Dawn Landes, Birdmen Delight Crowds to Open Duke Arts and American Tobacco Sept Concert Series
Dawn Landes opened the Duke Arts September concert series at American Tobacco on Thursday. Music lovers braved the heat to hear multi-talented singer-songwriter Dawn Landes under the Lucky Strike water tower. Duke Arts and Close-Act Theatre’s Birdmen made a surprise special appearance before the music started, three giant white artistic birds walking around the area […]
“I want to do the best job I can every day”: Behind The Bulls Series Features PA Announcer Tony Riggsbee
If you’ve been to a Bulls game, you know his voice. The Behind the Bulls feature series wraps for the 2023 season with a focus on Bulls Public Address Announcer Tony Riggsbee. “Two things I always wanted to do was work in baseball and work in broadcasting, and I’ve gotten a chance to do both for most […]
Rocky Mount Mills in Local’s Guide of “Our State” Sept Issue
Our State features Rocky Mount Mills and the surrounding community in the magazine’s September 2023 issue local guide. Chloe Klingstedt writes in the piece: In 1996, after operating for more than 150 years, the mill shut down as a result of lower demand for its products, higher cotton prices, and increasing competition. Its brick walls, […]
CBC Onboards 2nd Class of Emerging Leaders Interns
The 2nd class of Capitol Broadcasting’s Emerging Leaders Program, a collaboration with Leadership Triangle, began with an onboarding of the student interns on Monday, August 14, 2023, at CBC’s Western Blvd headquarters. Eleven students, rising juniors and seniors, from three local universities, NC Central, Shaw and St. Augustine’s, were selected to participate. Last fall CBC […]
Carpool Casanova Sings His Way into Season 3
The Carpool Casanova, WRAL-FM’s Bryan Lord, opened Season 3 of his MIX morning school drop-off karaoke on Tuesday, August 29, 2023, at Lake Myra Elementary School in Wendell. “Season 3 of The Carpool Casanova IS HERE!” Lord told CapCom. “New suit. New songs. Refreshed creative energy! And with our show, you know we have a few […]
Hockey Night, Dollar Dog Night and Fireworks Highlight Second-to-Last Homestand
Tacos & Tallboys Tuesday, Kids Eat Free Wednesday, Old Bull Jerseys & Kids Run the Bases also among the fun The Durham Bulls are back for their penultimate homestand of 2023 with a six-game series against the Nashville Sounds, the Triple Affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers. The exciting week includes Tacos & Tallboys Tuesday with First […]
Application Deadline for 2023 WRAL Azalea Celebration This Thursday
Would you like to win azaleas for your nonprofit? The entry period for the 37th Annual WRAL Azalea Celebration is almost over! Applications must be postmarked by this Thursday, August 31, 2023. Non-profits in North Carolina can apply for up to 50 azaleas for the 2023 giveaway. Sponsored by WRAL-TV, MIX 101.5 WRAL-FM, FOX 50, […]