2 September 2022
SEPTEMBER 2022
On the cover:
Kui Rivera, the longtime leader of the Aloha Ka'naka O Hula
Halau dance troupe, doesn't let cancer stand in her way. She's
preparing the troupe for the International Folk Festival later this
month in downtown Fayetteville.
COLUMNS
Editor's Corner: Lorr y Williams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Family Matters: Claire Mullen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
The To-Do List: Your go-to spot for local events . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Seen @ the Scene: A look at what's happening . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
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Get the party started
Creative pair use fanciful
balloons, colorful whimsy
to create happiness.
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A walk on the wild side
A topiary exhibit brings
jungle animals to life.
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Health
Grant helps Cape Fear
Valley support families of
Alzheimer's patients.
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Good Eats
Downtown eatery attracts
discerning crowds who
crave locally grown
lunchtime options.
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On with the show
Area stages will light up
their new seasons for
your entertainment.
Sweet Tea Shakespeare players
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