The Bulls go B-A-N-A-N-A-S for Savannah
The phenomenon that is the Savannah Bananas took over the Durham Bulls Athletic Park last weekend. “It was an electric atmosphere, and the Savannah Bananas certainly delivered a fun ‘show’ both Friday and Saturday night!” said DBBC Director of Special Events Sasha Moore. “We had folks waiting outside for hours prior to opening the gates […]
WRAL News Intern Aliyah Walker Embracing Opportunity to Learn
Aliyah Walker will be pursuing a Communications degree at Meredith College starting this fall, and Capitol Broadcasting is proud to help give her a head start towards her career goals this summer. Walker is working as a WRAL-TV News Intern this summer, learning the ins and outs of the news business. Walker recently graduated from […]
A local insider guide to the best Minor League Baseball in NC’s Triangle
WRAL-TV Multiplatform Producer Mark Bergin put together a guide highlighting the Durham Bulls and Holly Springs Salamanders among the best of the best when it comes to Minor League Baseball in the Triangle. Check it out: The closest Major League Baseball teams to Raleigh are the Washington Nationals to the north and the Atlanta Braves […]
Artist Notes, New Concert Series from That Station, Continues Tonight
Check out latest concert series from That Station tonight! The third show for That Station’s Artist Notes will go on tonight, Thursday, July 13, 2023, featuring Nick MacDaniels from Big Something! The concert goes on from 6-8pm on the NC State Centennial Campus. Artist Notes is a unique series where Music Curator Chris Edge sits […]
Come Celebrate Sal’s Birthday and More This Week with the Holly Springs Salamanders
The Holly Springs Salamanders have a week of FUN scheduled with four chances to see your Manders play this week! Enjoy games Wednesday through Sunday evenings at Ting Park. Join the Manders Saturday to celebrate Sal’s birthday with all his friends, featuring Fin’s Car Wash rally towel giveaway! Sunday is Web-tastic character night with our […]
WRAL Voters’ Choice Awards return in September for ninth year
The ninth-annual WRAL Voters’ Choice Awards will be back this fall. You’ll have the opportunity to help WRAL celebrate the Triangle’s local businesses by nominating and voting for the best. Each year, your nominations and votes help WRAL recognize local favorites. There is no cost for businesses to be nominated, voted on or win awards. […]
“The goal of my job is to impact people positively”: Behind The Bulls Series Features Promotions Director Leslie Martin
The Behind the Bulls feature series returns for July with a focus on DBBC Promotions Director Leslie Martin. “Leslie works really hard to make sure our show runs smoothly and entertains our fans,” explains DBBC Video & Digital Production Manager Patrick Norwood, the man behind the series. “Watch to learn about her views on stress […]
Jonathan Aranda Named International League Player of the Month
Led all minor leaguers in hits, batting average, on-base percentage, on-base plus slugging percentage & total bases Minor League Baseball has announced that Durham Bulls infielder Jonathan Aranda has been named the International League’s Player of the Month for the month of June. He is the first Bulls player to be honored with a league […]
Salamanders’ Shari Massengill Honored with Chamber Glass Ceiling Award
“Shari is well respected throughout baseball and has a tireless work ethic. This award is so deserved as she has been breaking the glass ceiling in baseball for many years.” DBBC’s Mike Birling The Holly Springs Chamber of Commerce recently presented Holly Springs Salamanders General Manager Shari Massengill the organization’s Glass Ceiling Award. Massengill received […]
Durham Bulls manual scoreboard operator in his 16th season with the team: ‘I wouldn’t trade it for anything’
Chris Ivy initially thought he would apply to become an usher for the Durham Bulls while attending a job fair in 2008. Ivy was surprised to learn the Tampa Bay Rays’ AAA affiliate needed a manual scoreboard operator. “I saw [the scoreboard operator] job was open, and I said, ‘Wow, this is going to be […]