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What’s That, You Say? You Just Voted? Another Election Starts Thursday.

The INDY’s endorsements for the November 7 ballot in Raleigh, Durham, and Orange County

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Blogs

Raleigh Mayoral Candidates McFarlane, Francis Work to Score Points in Debate Leading to Nov. 7 Runoff

In a lightning round of sorts — the debate only lasted 30 minutes — three-term incumbent Nancy McFarlane pushed her experience in government and business, while challenger Charles Francis pledged to operate the city more efficiently and to take more vigorous steps to reach some of Raleigh's underserved people.

by Thomas Goldsmith post a comment

Movie Review: Less a Whodunit Than a “Who Cares,” <i>The Snowman</i> Is Truly Abominable

Movie Review: Less a Whodunit Than a “Who Cares,” The Snowman Is Truly Abominable

“You can’t force the pieces to fit,” detective Harry Hole says of his case, the irony dripping off the screen.

by Neil Morris post a comment

Movie Review: The Paintings of van Gogh Come to Dazzling Life in <i>Loving Vincent</i>

Movie Review: The Paintings of van Gogh Come to Dazzling Life in Loving Vincent

Each of the film's 65,000 frames was hand-painted by a small army of artists over the course of seven years.

by Glenn McDonald post a comment

Fair Food Dispatch: Pecans (With a Side of Nerves)

The pecan cooking competition at the North Carolina State Fair yields mixed reviews.

by Debbie Matthews post a comment

North Carolina's Strengthened Indie-Professional Dance Community Puts Its Mark on the NC Dance Festival and Emergence

The NC Dance Festival had its first year at the Rickhouse on Oct. 12, while Emergence returned to PSI Theatre on Oct. 14.

by Byron Woods post a comment

Back of the House: Welcome to Our Dish Special Issue on the Stories Behind the Kitchen Door

Meet the personalities running your favorite restaurants.

“La Comida” Makes For a Big Family Meal at Mothers & Sons

A back-of-the-house treasure brings a camaraderie to restaurant kitchens.

By Victoria Bouloubasis
That Masked Sushi Chef? He’s Allergic to Fish.

Behind the sushi bar, Magno Tapia packs the essentials: knives, condiments, and Benadryl.

By Victoria Bouloubasis
Bida Manda’s Kitchen Mama Is Blessing Eaters Every Day

Daravanh “Donna” Sayarath prays over spring rolls—and the dining room—every morning.

By Victoria Bouloubasis