Mezza Luna Pizzeria
A new pizza shop is now open in Peak Plaza (1763 W. Williams Street) where Pizza Dude used to be. Owners Lucia and Vittorio (Lucy and Vic) Vitolo were born in Italy and after 40 years serving their southern Italian cuisine in New York, they are now open in Apex. Check out their menu on Facebook or visit mezzalunapizzanc.com.
Glam Soldier
Glam Soldier is a boutique featuring Bohemian chic and vintage flair clothing, handbags, jewelry and home décor items. Some of the designs you’ll find are one-of-a-kind originals created by owner and U.S. Army veteran Alisha Ramsey. Stop by 114 N. Salem Street (upstairs) in Downtown Apex and go glam!
Puppy Auto Wash
It’s a self-service dog wash! Lead your pet into the bath enclosure and insert your money. Select the all-natural and environmentally friendly shampoo, conditioner, and flea and tick rinse, all of which come right out of the spray nozzle. Your pup will love the warm water, privacy, and a coat-fluffing blow dry when the bath is done. Puppy Auto Wash is located at 1000 N. Salem Street at Apex Peakway.
Gilden Woods Early Care and Preschool – Coming Soon
A new preschool is under construction at 1001 Vision Drive at Morris Acres Road, near U.S. Highway 64. The school will offer a wide range of stage-centered programs for infants, toddlers, young preschoolers, and children preparing for Kindergarten. They will also have before- and after-school care for Kindergarten through 5th grade, and camp programs when children are out of school. For more information, call 616-226-8716.
The Upchurch—Approved
Plans have been approved to turn a 115-year-old historic landmark—the Upchurch-Williams House—into a wedding and event venue. The 5.5-acre property and 3,640-square-foot house with wraparound porch sit at 7213 Roberts Road. Plans include adding a patio area to the main house and, across a wide lawn and gardens, constructing an additional 4,173-square-foot pavilion of matching conservatory-inspired style.