The NC State Fair as decided to expend its Fair Food Days after big crowds the last two weekends! Check out the details & menu below!
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Raleigh: 8pm Curfew Starting TONIGHT
** UPDATE: Curfew was extended to Wednesday, 6/3, at 5 a.m.
Raleigh Mayor Mary-Ann Baldwin enacted a curfew that will begin tonight at 8 p.m. and continue through 5 a.m. Tuesday morning.
She issued the following statement:
As Mayor, the safety and security of the people of Raleigh are my top priorities. After two nights of violence and destruction, I have issued the State of Emergency and will impose a citywide curfew that will begin tonight at 8 p.m. and continue through 5 a.m. Tuesday morning.
By setting a curfew, my hope is that this will allow our community to pause, collect ourselves, begin to repair the damage, and turn our focus to the important work of finding connection and commonality. There are so many people hurting throughout this city, and we need to come together peacefully and as one community.
There is truth in the call for justice. For those who have protested peacefully, your voices are being heard and will always be welcome. The call for change can’t be answered, however, if we continue to allow the destruction of our property and attacks on our small businesses that have already been hurt by this as well as the impacts of COVID-19.
I have great hope for our community and believe in our people. Today, we must work together, as one, and use this as an opportunity to become better than we were before. One Raleigh for all people.
Curfew Rules
- Requires individuals to remain at home with the exception of medical emergencies
- Restricts travel within the city limits of the City of Raleigh
- It does not apply to medical professionals, public safety workers, hospital workers, military personnel, public transportation personnel, public utilities, personnel, and journalists.
- Violators will be charged with a misdemeanor and heavy fine
- Will remain in effect until Mayor declares it’s over
Raleigh Parks Expand Services
Raleigh Parks will open comfort stations/restrooms, picnic shelters, dog parks, skate park, lakes, and private boat launches Monday.
In addition, Millbrook Tennis Center will re-open along with all tennis and outdoor pickleball courts, but singles play is strongly encouraged.
All other Raleigh Parks programs and facilities will be closed through at least June 26, 2020. This includes playgrounds, drinking fountains, basketball and sand volleyball courts, athletic fields, aquatic centers, pools, and splash pads.
In addition, indoor facility and athletic field rentals are not available at this time.
For more info and Rules & Regulations visit Raleigh Parks.
Officials Speak After Overnight Violence
City Officials just finished giving statements in Downtown Raleigh. The Mayor of Raleigh has asked for a State of Emergency. Chief of Police said that the violence of last night tarnished the peaceful protest that happened earlier in the day, She also said that investigations are on-going and that Raleigh PD will proceed with charges where appropriate.
Press Conference:
Read More from ABC11.
Raleigh’s Chief of Police Speaks
Overnight Raleigh’s Police Chief released a statement about the looting and destruction that occurred last night in downtown Raleigh. The statement is below.
Rescheduled 2021 Concert Tour Dates!
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Burger Day Deals!
June is National Burger Month…turns out 3 days before we celebrate the meaty patty’s for a whole month they get a special day too! Today 5/28 is International Burger Day! Also, fun fact! National Today ranks Raleigh/Durham at the 6th Most Burger Loving City in America!
Check out this list compiled by Offers.com for FREE or DISCOUNTED Burgers around town today!
Burger 21: Celebrate one of America’s favorite foods with a $3 Burger 101 ($6.99 value). Valid on May 28, 2020 only. One offer per person.
Carl’s Jr.: For a limited time only, buy one Western Bacon Cheeseburger or Famous Star With Cheese and get the other one for $1.
Epic Burger: Just in time for National Hamburger Day, download the Epic Burger app and get $5 free after your first purchase.
Five Guys: When placing your Five Guys order on their app or website, they will waive the delivery fees.
Hardees: For a limited time only, buy one Western Bacon Cheeseburger or Famous Star With Cheese and get the other one for $1.
Jack in the Box: From May 28 through June 1, get 20% off your Jack in the Box order when using their mobile app.
Johnny Rockets To celebrate National Hamburger Day, Johnny Rockets is having a contest. Submit your idea for a great burger and you could win free burgers for a year. The winner will be announced on Thursday, May 28—National Hamburger Day. Also, join Rocket E-Club to get a free burger with purchase.
McDonald’s: When ordering on the McDonald’s app, get $1 off large fries or $0.99 any size premium-roast coffee or iced coffee. First-time app users get free medium fries. No purchase necessary when you download and register on the app.
Ruby Tuesday: Order online through the month of May and receive 15% off the entire order.
Steak ’n Shake: Reward members receive double points on their entire purchase on National Hamburger Day, May 28. A variety of specials are currently being offered at Steak ’n Shake including the $4 Double Steak Burger & Milkshake, a family four-pack for $19.99, free fries available for all drive-thru orders, and Half Price Happy Hour: all shakes and drinks are half off on weekdays from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m.
Smashburger: On May 28 only, guests who purchase a Smoked Bacon Brisket Burger will receive another Brisket Burger for only $1!
Wendy’s: Receive a free breakfast Baconator with any breakfast purchase when using Wendy’s app.
Jax Interviews NestFresh Eggs
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I Found My Soulmate?
If you’re like me, and you spend an embarrassing amount of time on TikTok, by now you’ve seen the soulmate drawings. If you haven’t, let me explain…a “psychic artist” on Etsy will “draw your soulmate”. The only information they ask is your full name and birthday and in 24 HOURS they send you back a sketch of your soulmate. Insanity. Absolutely so stupid, but of course I did it for the blog. Essentially, I paid for it so you don’t have to! Hahaha
(Let me just say that I absolutely do believe in psychics and mediums and other people with greater intelligence and “powers”. I believe fully that some people do have the ability to see into the future, tell your fortune, speak to the dead, all of it. I do not, however, think that the person I gave 30 bucks to on Etsy has those powers, I just thought it would be some entertainment.)
So I gave them the money and waited for my email.
THIS is what they sent me…..
“The person revealed as being your soulmate is a man who ranks highest in conscientiousness, is efficient, well-organized, dependable and self-sufficient. He prefers to plan things in advance and aim for high achievement.
He is a man in constant search for greatness in all aspects of his life: he only listens to very good music, eats great food, loves with all his heart and he will fully commit only to his soulmate.
He likes to take his actions to an end and never leaves unfinished tasks.
He loves cooking and food in general and has a fine taste when it comes to flavors. He is an excellent chef, if he wants. He will enjoy being in charge with this, when it comes to receiving friends and family.
Your soulmate likes to have a flawless image. He will often take you shopping for a new shirt or a pair of pants. (*looks down at my ripped jeans as I type this*) He treasures how he looks in front of others.
Please be aware that opening the path for your drawing is the equivalent of turning the face of the universe to your soul. The information you received is confidential and you should not release to any other soul because the consequences could lead to an energy blockage of your aura and it will interfere with the connection between you and him. (WHOOPS LOL)
Right now, your vibration levels aren’t aligned and calibrated towards each other and it could take 9 months before you will meet each other. (BOOOO)
If you want to learn more about how to calibrate your vibrations and accelerate the entire process, please check my eBook”
AND THEN THEY LINKED ME TO THEIR BOOK!! LOLLLLLLL SCAM ALERT. And the moment we’ve all been waiting for, HERE is my soulmate drawing!
To me, he looks like Nick Bateman the Instagram model. But alright.
My review: scam…but a fun scam…but def a scam.
DRIVE-THRU FAIR FOOD DAYS!
DRIVE-THRU FAIR FOOD DAYS!
Weekend One: May 22-25, 2020
Weekend Two: May 29-31, 2020
Hours: 12-8 p.m.
CASH ONLY
Join the State Fairgrounds in Raleigh for a kick-off to summer with some delicious fair treats.
Enter the fairgrounds parking area off Trinity Road and order from your car. To maintain social distancing, please remain in your vehicle. Servers will come to you.
Please make sure you go to the ATM prior to arriving. There will not be an ATM accessible at the Fairgrounds.
NOW, ON TO THE MENU…
Menu (CASH ONLY) for Weekend One
(menu could change for weekend two)
Funnel Cakes: $6
Deep Fried Oreos: $5
Deep Fried Snickers: $5
Fresh Squeezed Lemonade 32oz: $4
Bottled Water: $2
Candy Apple: $3
Candy Apple with Nuts: $4
Cotton Candy: $5
Tropical Delights Smoothies (strawberry, pina colada, peach)
Pineapple Cup: $10
Regular Cup: $5
Dole Whip Float: $7
Dole Whip Cup: $5