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Friday, June 20th, 2008 |
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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Sunday, June 15th, 2008 |
Here’s a picture of the space where The Lassiter at North Hills will be built (construction has not started yet and I’m not sure when it will). The Lassiter will house 49 premium condominiums ranging from $490,000 to $2.5 million. For a few months now, the area has basically turned into a parking lot for construction workers in the area. On Friday, I counted 56 cars there. Yes, I know this is breaking news…
Also FYI - the upscale home furniture store Porto has closed. The owners cite the poor economy as a major factor in deciding to close the stores (there was one at North Hills and one at Eastgate in Chapel Hill).
How has the economy affected your financial decisions?
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Friday, June 6th, 2008 |
Yesterday Kane Realty announced a partnership with Concord Hospitality Enterprises Company to build a Hyatt Summerfield Suites hotel to the new part of the development at North Hills. When this is complete in 2010 (expected) North Hills will have two very nice hotels (The Renaissance is scheduled to open in the Fall this year), and be a great place for business travelers to stay and explore.
The Hyatt Summerfield Suites Hotel at North Hills will have 140 rooms spread out over seven stories and 100,000 square feet. Other details and features include:
- full kitchens
- living area with a 32 inch flat screen TV
- separate bedroom
- complimentary full breakfasts
- free high-speed internet access
- 24-hour Guest Market with snacks and quick eats
- interior access to a fitness center and pool
- evening socials - Monday through Thursday.
Has anyone ever stayed in a Hyatt Summerfield Suites before? What did you think? And what exactly are the evening socials (and are they fun)?
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Friday, May 30th, 2008 |
Hat tip to NewRaleigh.com for breaking the story that the North Hills restaurant, South, will close on June 7.
Check out their story for more details about what it will reopen as.
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Friday, May 9th, 2008 |
The Cardinal at North Hills is an assisted living retirement community here at North Hills that is scheduled to open in 2008. In case you didn’t see the article in the N & O, they are now accepting deposits. Spots can be reserved with a 10% deposit.
While many developers in other areas are struggling to find financing, The Cardinal has reportedly closed all construction-related financing–a sign that this area continues to thrive and grow.
From the news release:
“For active adults considering retirement options, The Cardinal at North Hills will meet residents’ every want or need,” said John Kane, Kane CEO. “The Cardinal will combine world-renowned health and wellness services with a multi-generational community that gives residents choices, provides an active urban lifestyle, is close to home, and is located in a place where family and friends will like to visit.”
Through a relationship with Duke University Health System, residents will enjoy convenient access to world-class health care. The Cardinal’s Health and Wellness Center will include the Duke Center for Living, a model program with national and local recognition for excellence that will be managed by Duke. In addition, Duke physicians will serve as medical directors for The Cardinal’s on-site primary care clinic. Cardinal Health Care is also part of The Cardinal’s Health and Wellness Center and will offer assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing. These facilities will provide regular health screenings, a state-of-the-art fitness center, personalized assistance with scheduling hospital visits and educational seminars featuring Duke physicians.
“One of the most notable facts about The Cardinal is the partnerships that have been forged to make certain that it isn’t a typical retirement community,” said David Falk, Jr., co-CEO of Drucker & Falk. “We have a team that can cater to the people and preferences in our region and focuses on the continuum of care and integrated services for senior adults.”
One of the top 10 architecture and design firms in the world, Perkins Eastman, will serve as the community architect. Perkins Eastman will incorporate the latest design concepts to enhance an independent lifestyle for residents while connecting them to the wider community of North Hills. With more than 800 professionals and 10 locations, Perkins Eastman has received national recognition for its sensitivity to seniors and for providing affordable and creative solutions that bridge housing and health care.
The Cardinal will offer a variety of luxurious one- and two-bedroom floor plans ranging from approximately 900 to 2,500 square feet. Features include open kitchen designs and a private terrace for each residence. Floor plans will also offer sunrooms, study rooms, nine-foot ceilings, and high-end designer upgrade finishes such as hardwoods in all common areas and top-of-the-line appliances.
Clancy and Theys Construction Company, founded and headquartered in Raleigh, N.C., will serve as the general contractor and construction manager for The Cardinal.
For more information, visit The Cardinal sales office behind Bonefish Grill in North Hills, call (919) 781-2021, call toll free (888) 781-2021 or go online to www.thecardinalatnorthhills.com.
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Saturday, March 15th, 2008 |
If you’re going to be out and about around North Hills today (from 10:30am - 1:00pm), make sure you find the Bunny. He’s giving out candy and a card with a list of retailers who are having specials and sales. Participating retailers include:
- Ben & Jerry’s
- Charlotte’s
- Cravings, A Maternity Boutique
- Great American Cookies
- Learning Express
- Planet Beach Tanning & Spa
- Plow and Hearth
- Quintessentials
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Wednesday, February 20th, 2008 |
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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Saturday, February 9th, 2008 |
I walked by Midtown and Bar 115 today on my way to Panera Bread at North Hills and noticed that they’d finished renovating. I believe they may have opened back up a few weeks ago. I didn’t actually go inside, but definitely plan on making it over there soon. What are everyone’s thoughts on the new look?
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Wednesday, February 6th, 2008 |
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Sunday, February 3rd, 2008 |
According to the Triangle Business Journal, Ruth’s Chris Steak House will take the place of JK’s at North Hills Raleigh. JK’s reportedly will close on February 23, and Ruth’s Chris is expected to open on April 1.
I’ll be sad to see JK’s go. I loved their bar and the bar menu, especially the Big Ass Burger. From what I observed, JK’s had a decent crowd whenever I went, so I’m not sure if they choose to close or if Kane decided not to renew their lease.
I can’t wait to try Ruth’s Chris, and JK’s is reportedly opening a new location somewhere in Raleigh in the coming months.
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