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Raleigh, N.C.'s a great destination for the budget-conscious traveler. And you certainly don't have to break the bank to get a delicious meal. Here are eight places to nab a fabulous lunch for $7 or less downtown: Square Rabbit 19 E. Martin St. You'll be tempted by one of the specials...

Rappers, rockers and headbangers descend on Raleigh for Hopscotch Music Festival (get tickets) in less than two weeks. Now in its sixth year, Hopscotch features more than 140 acts across an array of genres. The three-day festival kicks off Thurs., Sept. 10. Several homegrown artists will play

In Raleigh, you'll spot big brands alongside the independently-owned small labels, including roasters using 100-percent fair trade organic blends. Below are coffee spots locals love, all with delicious brews. Keep in mind that this is just a small dose of what the Raleigh area...

One of the best features of North Hills, a continually-evolving shopping, dining and entertainment area in Raleigh, N.C., is its cutting-edge culinary scene. From places that serve exotic dishes to the more classic regional fare, below are seven North Hills eateries to try. Visit and check these

The Love Language, Bombadil and Laura Reed are among the artists playing a brand-new event on Aug. 22 that comes recommended by BJ Barham of Hopscotch Music Festival 2015-featured band American Aquarium. Groove in the Garden at the Stephenson Amphitheater and Raleigh Municipal Rose Garden is the

One benefit to visiting a thriving city is the depth and breadth things to do...free of charge! So if you want to break into Raleigh, N.C.'s scene without breaking the bank, here are eight things to do, available to visitors year-round and sans a cost of admission. And this list is only a

American Aquarium, a Hopscotch Music Festival-featured band, has been in the thick of coast-to-coast touring this summer. The group, formed in 2006, is native to Raleigh and gets its name from the Wilco song "I Am Trying to Break Your Heart." We caught up with lead singer BJ Barham...

Photo: Beasley's Chicken + Honey lives up to its reputation as one of the best places to get fried chicken in the U.S. It can be tough to cope with the end of a long holiday weekend. We suggest one way to make this Mon. more appetizing—eat fried chicken. And if you needed another excuse,...

Remember your first martini? What about your last? To guarantee that the next one is memorable, check out the Raleigh venues that made travel blog Scoutology's Top 20 North Carolina Cocktail Spots. And it's the perfect day to taste the area's best. Why? Today is National Martini Day!...