Dec. 8 - Huntersville, N.C. The Huntersville Half Marathon and Huntersville Holiday 5k were created by local runners for local runners. The course was created to allow local runners the opportunity to race the streets they train on daily. With the support of the local community, a quality
The Raffaldini family traces its origins to the 14th century in Mantua, Italy, where for generations they produced wine on their family farm. The family chose the Yadkin Valley of North Carolina because the area closely resembles the winemaking region of Tuscany. In addition to sangiovese, Raffaldini
Dec. 16 - Chapel Hill, N.C. The first Swim for Smiles RunFest is designed for all ages. The road race will start and finish on the UNC campus at the UNC track (behind Carmichael Arena) and will also be run across the campus. There will be prizes for
Dec. 2 - Greenville, N.C. Follow the road to a good cause! Celebrating its eighth year, this well-run event raises money for college scholarships in the memory of Capt. Chris Cash, who died in service to his country in Iraq in 2004. Choose from USATF-certified 10-mile or 5k courses
EVENT PREVIEW - Reindeer Dash for Cash Greenville, N.C., Dec. 4 Due to a fast and flat course and a hard-to-find distance, the 7th Annual Reindeer Dash for Cash has become a destination fall event that appeals to racers looking for a PR and proud moms looking for
Dec. 1 - Wake Forest, N.C. Kids across North Carolina represent a distressing statistic: They are among the most overweight children in the nation. They are also exhibiting signs of heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, and other “adult” diseases at increasingly younger ages. The schools do a lot to teach proper
By Joshua Stevens I bought a camera recently. Not a point-and-shoot, no-brainer variety camera, but a real one that requires that I learn how to set the aperture, shutter speed, and ISO all by myself! I’m not sure where the inspiration for this maneuver came from, but
Nov. 17 - Charlotte, N.C. Celebrating its eighth year, Charlotte’s Thunder Road Marathon unites the excitement of road racing, music, family-friendly entertainment, and the Charlotte region’s rich heritage of stock car racing. From the time the green flag drops on race day until the checkered flag falls on the final
By Jennifer Kirby Kelcey Carlson could be forgiven for slacking off on her workout routine. As a wife, mom of two young children, and reporter and anchor for WRAL-TV, her schedule is packed to the brim. But time reserved for running is sacred. “For me, running is more
Fall is a great time of year for runners. Temperatures are cooler, leaves are brighter, and holidays are just around the corner. My favorite ritual is a long run in the park followed by a relaxing afternoon watching football while a hearty soup simmers on the stove top. This