1. Mat Franco in Durham
Four years ago, I became a fan of a magician on America’s Got Talent named Mat Franco. Each and every one of his performances on the show mesmerized me and showed me magic like I’ve never seen before
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My Friday Five: On Friends, ‘Code Black’ & A Stranger Things Night Recap
1. Musings on Being a True Friend
I wanted to kick things off on this Friday with something that has been on my mind a lot as of late. A reminder, if you will, to not only be kind to your friends but be a true friend as well. If you’re a real one, don’t just come around when you need something and act like everything is all hunky-dory. Ask the person how he or she is doing. If you haven’t talked in a while, see what’s new in the person’s life. Offer to meet with them for lunch or offer to hang out. It really goes a long way.
Why I’m Not Entering The N.C. State Fair Photo Competition
It’s that time yet again for me to begin thinking about Photography Competition at the N.C. State Fair. I have participated in it for the past 10 years and have enjoyed it overall, despite some flaws. I will get to that in a second. Plus, I’ll also tell you why I actually won’t be entering the competition this year or in the foreseeable future.
Dear Bill Leslie
In the 26 years I’ve been on this earth, my family and I have always turned to WRAL’s unrivaled reporting and you, as an incredibly talented journalist.
Bill, you have been a fixture in broadcasting and our community for more than three decades. From your start as a “whippersnapper” in the business, as you described yourself on the WRAL special that aired Thursday night, to being a recipient of multiple awards for your work, it has undoubtedly been an outstanding career.
What A Week
Beautiful weather, outstanding golf, and meeting my favorite players. It all made for an exciting time in Charlotte at the 2018 Wells Fargo Championship.
This was my second visit to Quail Hollow Club and it is one of the more beautiful courses out there. Having perfect weather is always a plus as well and there was plenty of it to be had down in the Queen City.
My Friday Five: On Helping The Community, Duel At The DBAP & More Pack Swim/Dive Honors
1. Helping the Community
An EF-2 tornado that hit earlier this week, hitting the Greensboro area hard. A group of former and current N.C. State Basketball players teamed up once again on Wednesday to help the people in their community clean up the devastation.
My Friday Five: On Woody Durham, Hoops News & 10 Million For Wassabi Productions
1. Woody Durham
The sports world lost a truly unique and incredible person this week: Woody Durham. He spent 40 years as The Voice of the Tar Heels, lending himself to so many memorable calls in UNC history. Woody will be missed.
Make sure to read my tribute to Woody here.
