We usually write about all the cool stuff that happens at North Hills Raleigh/Midtown, because, obviously, we like the area. We liked it enough to start a blog about it and keep it updated–most of the time, at least.
And there are a lot of great things at North Hills–the shops, restaurants, new Renaissance hotel, live music in the summer, so that’s why we spend 99% of the time talking about them. But today, we wanted to share some of the complaints we’ve heard about the area, and see what you …

North Hills Buzz recently got a chance to interview Bob Menard, the founder of Uncle Bob’s Nuts & Kettle Corn. His company is one of the vendors that comes to the North Hills Farmers Market on Saturday mornings. Check out the interview below to learn more about Bob and his products. He talks about how he started the business and who he looks up to, and he reminds us that it’s important to do something that you’re passionate about.
1) How about telling our readers a little bit about Uncle …

Joshua Long was at Midtown/North Hills Friday night and rocked out, playing a mix of cover songs and originals to a decent-sized crowd. Families really seem to be enjoying this Emerging Artists music series, probably as much for the kid-friendly atmosphere as for the music. Parents usually let their kids run around on the grass, dance and play while they listen to the music. Kids just tire themselves out at the music and then go right to bed when they get home (at least that’s the hope, I think). Here’s …

Old Avenue will be at North Hills on Friday for the Emerging Artists music series. They’re a young, talented band from Raleigh and you can hear some of their music on their MySpace page. North Hills Buzz interviewed the band so you can learn more about the group before you see them.
North Hills Buzz: Your MySpace page says you first came together in December 2007. How did everyone in the band meet and start playing together?
Old Avenue: Originally, Sean and Jason were in a band, Thaxton’s Place, with a few …

Got some exciting news for yall today…
Emerging Artists presented by North Hills Buzz
North Hills Buzz will be the presenting sponsor of the new Emerging Artists music series here at North Hills! The series began last week and will run every Friday in August from 6:30-8:30pm. Assuming the series is successful, it will continue through September and maybe longer.
As I mentioned a few days ago, this free music series will feature up-and-coming local bands and artists from this area. Music styles will range from rock and pop to alt and reggae. …

Story From WRAL.com:
President Bush will arrive in Raleigh today at 4:30pm for a private event to raise money for Charlotte Mayor Pat McCrory’s gubernatorial campaign. The fundraiser will take place at  John Kane’s home. Kane is the chairman and CEO of Kane Realty Corporation, which had led the redevelopment of the North Hills area in Raleigh.
According to WRAL.com, more than 100 people are expected to pay at least $4,000 to attend this private event.
Read the whole story here: http://www.wral.com/news/state/story/3076404/
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For those of you who haven’t gone outside yet today, stop reading now and go outside! Today is about the nicest day we’ve had all year! And it’s supposed to turn cold again this weekend, so get outside today if you can.
Walking around North Hills in the spring is nice, and there are some great places to eat outside.  A few of our favorite places are:

Cinelli’s
McAlister’s Deli
Hot Point Cafe

What is your favorite place to eat outside around here?
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Results are in from the North Hills Buzz survey about our flying feathered friends in the Harris Teeter here (not sure if the birds are still there or if they have left by now).

It looks like many of you (48%) feel like Harris Teeter should get rid of the birds, but others thought the birds should be allowed to stay (38%) or didn’t care at all (14%).
Does anyone have any suggestions for our next survey? Let us know by commenting on this post.
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This is a guest post by Teri Saylor, a Raleigh-based freelance writer and blogger who writes the local Miss Congeniality blog. Visit her at http://misscongeniality.wordpress.com or terisaylor@hotmail.com
North Hills Raleigh is known for its great restaurants, upscale shopping, and arguably the best Target in town. There’s a cinema, and even condominiums. Soon the complex will be home to a fabulous new Renaissance Hotel.
But did you know that North Hills is also a Mecca for health and fitness?
A major destination for Saturday morning marathon runners, Panera Bread Company provides …

If you’ve been reading North Hills Buzz lately, you’ve probably noticed a survey on the right sidebar asking:
“Is Raleigh Midtown a good name for the North Hills area?”
The results are in, and it appears that 57% of you said that Raleigh Midtown is a good name for this area.

So what about those of you who said you didn’t think Raleigh Midtown is a good name? What about this name don’t you like?
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