Raleigh Magazine

10/10/2025

Happy election season! ICYMI, voting is open for our annual Best Bars + Bartender. Scroll through to meet our 2025 bartender nominees, then head to the link in bio to cast your votes.

Wanna see them in action? These top ’tenders will be shaking it up at our annual Cocktail Classic at .exchange.raleigh on Nov. 15! Taste your way through their signature ’tails and belly up to their demo bars—plus enjoy a DJ, Cava Cave, food and more. Get tix at the link in bio.

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10/10/2025

Donate to Give Raleigh now! 👉 https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/giveraleigh

Raleigh Magazine kicked off its month-long campaign benefiting client Cooper Charitable Foundation with a star-studded soiree at Birdie's Barroom & Kitchen. Support rolled in from the Queen’s Club, TowneBank, RLF and many more supporters. Please consider pitching in to help put people in stable housing!

10/10/2025

The city eyes bold redevelopment for old DMV site.

City of Raleigh is planning a game-changing affordable housing development in Southeast Raleigh with retail, community space, food and more.

10/09/2025

10/09/2025

Could state-controlled booze be on the way out? Members of the NC House Select Committee on Government Efficiency say the Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission could be improved—or replaced entirely. Co-chair Rep. Keith Kidwell emphasized the need to study the cost of privatizing the system.

While ABC Commission chairman Hank Bauer warned that privatization could cost the state money, Kidwell countered that fees and tax rates could be restructured to offset losses.

So, the age-old debate over state-run vs. private liquor sales continues. Stay tuned.

10/09/2025

has officially broken ground on mixed-use residential development Highline Glenwood, which will be the tallest and most amenitized tower in Raleigh once it opens in 2028. The groundbreaking comes after demolition of most of the buildings on the block.

“Even as Raleigh continues to grow, the connection of the past and the future will live on at The Creamery,” said Turnbridge Managing Director Jason Davis.

For a refresher on everything to expect, read our development feature at the link in bio.

10/09/2025

What if we told you $10 could help provide transitional housing for a family trying to get back on their feet?

For our annual Give Raleigh campaign, we’ve partnered with the Cooper Charitable Foundation, supporting seven local organizations providing life-changing services—from emergency shelter and meals to counseling and life skills. Plus, TowneBank and Towne Insurance will match the first $10,000 in donations—so your gift goes twice as far.

Your donation can help provide:
💸 Transitional housing, rental arrears assistance and utility payments via Family Promise of the Triangle
💸 Shelter + nonmedical detox at Healing Transitions
💸 Furnishings, appliances, cookware and other household items via The Green Chair Project
💸 Meals, showers & laundry through Oak City Cares
💸 Tuition, fees and mentorship for former foster youth via WTCC Fostering Bright Futures
💸 Counseling, case management and clothing via The Women’s Center
💸 Short-term housing & training at The Carying Place

Even $10 makes a difference when combined with others’ gifts. Every dollar counts—and no one should have to wonder where they’ll sleep tonight.

👉 Donate by Nov. 10 via giveraleigh.com

10/08/2025

A rad new barcade is coming soon to Glenwood South. —located in the former Mojito Lounge space on Glenwood Ave—is hosting a soft opening next Friday ahead of its official grand opening Oct. 25. Super Rad features ~30 classic arcade games (think Tetris and Pac-Man), nine pinball machines (all from 2002 and earlier) and two air hockey tables owner Steve Olson has sourced over the past five-ish years. He’s also restored all the games himself with original boards + monitors. Belly up to the full bar stocked with 12 taps, game-themed cocktails, liquor, THC drinks and mocktails, and shot platters—and BYO food.

Also on deck:
👾 Air hockey tournaments on Sundays and Tuesdays + monthly pinball tournament every third Sunday
🧃Specials all week long, including Wednesday spiked juice boxes
📺 TVs streaming football + old-school movies or YouTube playlists
📸 A photobooth with custom frames and more
🎶 Throwback tunes: 2011 and older
🗓️ Open seven days a week, 21+ after 8pm

10/08/2025

A look at how Raleigh’s placemaking strategy transforms people-centered urban growth centers into vibrant destinations through 2050.

10/08/2025

The controversial project at West and Peace streets is officially moving forward. The Raleigh City Council approved Raleigh Development Co.’s rezoning proposal to build up to a 30-story mixed-use apartment building at the intersection. The project also allocates $1.2 million to Raleigh’s affordable housing fund.

Many residents and businesses opposed the controversial rezoning, citing proximity to several homes. Council voted 6-2 to pass the project, with council members Jane Harrison and Christina Jones voting against it.

It isn’t clear when the project will break ground.

10/07/2025

We sat down with Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Jaccob Slavin in front of what is primed to be his biggest season yet to get to know the man off the ice—and bend his ear for some bold predictions.

Canes defenseman Jaccob Slavin opens up about his biggest NHL season yet, repping USA, family and fave Raleigh spots in an exclusive Q&A.

10/06/2025

Raise a toast—Toastique is officially joining the lineup at The Exchange Raleigh Saturday, Oct. 18! The wellness-driven cafe offers healthy eats and drinks made with fresh high-quality wholesome ingredients, including:

🍞 Gourmet seasonal toasts (think avocado smash, smoked salmon, spicy crab and tomato burrata)
☕️ Coffee
🍓 Smoothies + smoothie bowls
🥕 Cold-pressed juices
🫚 Wellness shots
🍫 Housemade treats

Stay tuned for more openings at The Exchange in our November issue.