Luxury homes inside the Beltline continue to shape Raleigh’s evolving design landscape, and 2108 Ridge Road is one of the most exciting new homes to hit the market.

March in Raleigh feels like a collective exhale. The first dogwoods bloom across Historic Oakwood, patios fill in North Hills, and weekends at Dorothea Dix Park begin to feel like a ritual again. As one of the fastest growing cities in North Carolina, Raleigh balances momentum with charm, and this…

March in Raleigh and the Triangle brings spring festivals, St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, Women’s History Month events, major concerts, college basketball energy, family-friendly outdoor fun, and some of the biggest cultural events of the year.

Film photography is not just having a moment, it is the moment. In a world built on instant uploads and unlimited storage, there is something quietly powerful about slowing down and choosing each frame with intention.

Spring is right around the corner, which means it is officially time to get outside, soak up the sunshine, and enjoy that fresh North Carolina air. Raleigh is filled with scenic greenways, peaceful nature preserves, and lake loops that are just waiting to be explored.

On this episode of the Best of Raleigh Podcast, host Gretchen Coley sits down with Marci Bailey, gemologist, designer, mom, and one of the driving forces behind Bailey’s Fine Jewelry. What unfolds is more than a conversation about diamonds and design. It is a powerful story of legacy, women in business, family resilience, and why jewelry remains one of the most meaningful ways we mark life’s biggest moments.