What do a bright orange construction barrier, a raised concrete manhole cover, and a 30-foot expanse of brick wall have in common? They are all canvases for the Apex Public Art Commi... Read more
My grandmother was a librarian. My uncle was a librarian. My mom starts conversations with, “What are you reading?” My daughter’s first signature was on her library card, and years later whe... Read more
The teenage years are often some of the best of one’s life – brimming with exploration, self-discovery and newfound independence. But the road to adulthood can be a bumpy one, paved with sig... Read more
The past few months have been rough economically, but for Apex entrepreneurs, tough times don’t have to mean dark days. LaunchAPEX is providing some light for local small businesses, whether... Read more
With its four tiers of ledges, ramps and rails, the Rodgers Family Skate Plaza at Trackside is a skateboarder’s paradise. The elaborate park at the corner of Hunter and North Salem streets i... Read more
Have you ever wanted to learn about your ancestors and what made them special? Each of your forebears has a remarkable story worth discovering. Building your family tree will take you on a f... Read more
Long before Apex became today’s vibrant community of 63,000 residents, industrious members of the Tuscarora tribe inhabited the area. Their crops yielded beans, squash and corn, and they tra... Read more
When you think of Apex, what comes to mind? Is it the town’s charming historic district, its abundant recreational activities, or its festive cultural events? Maybe it’s Apex’s first-rate sc... Read more
I love a good story, especially the kind that is felt rather than told. There are stories in my parents’ old mantle clock, the hand-embroidered linens from my mother-in-law, the dry si... Read more
What started in the parking lot of Apex High School has become a premier arts & crafts festival that draws in families from all over Wake County to experience the Peak of Good Living for... Read more
