Category Archives: Featured
Bell-shaped blooms and quiet charm: discovering the Carolina Silverbell
By MIKE RALEY WPTF Weekend Gardener Alas, another plant I have never owned and rarely seen in the landscapes in the Triangle. Of course, I normally don't trespass to look for plants so there may be a ...
Jan 18, 2026
KIX Kitties and K9s: Meet Lucille!
Meet Lucille, the epitome of charm. This laid-back lady is your ideal companion, always ready to share life’s moments by your side. Lucille’s journey began as a devoted mother, nurturing s...
Dec 17, 2025
KIX Kitties and K9s: Meet Picasso!
Picasso is a 6-month-old orange tabby with a big personality and an even bigger desire for attention. This boy is a certified people-lover-he wants your affection, your cuddles, your playtime... basic...
Dec 10, 2025
KIX Kitties and K9s: Meet Canyon!
Canyon is a loving, high-energy pup with a big personality and an even bigger heart. He can be a little funny around other animals - there are some he clicks with right away, and others he prefers to ...
Dec 3, 2025
KIX 102 FM's All-Christmas Weekend, brought to you by Fairway Green
Enjoy the holidays with KIX 102 FM’s All-Christmas Weekend, brought to you by Fairway Green. Nobody beats a Fairway Green lawn, using the safest and best products in lawn care since 1989. Call t...
Dec 3, 2025
Tending God's earth: a journey of faith through gardening
By MIKE RALEY WPTF Weekend Gardener I have always believed that God is in everything. There can be nothing on Earth to which this idea applies more than a garden. Don't forget - one of God's first cre...
Nov 30, 2025
KIX Kitties and K9s: Meet Christine!
Christine is a gorgeous 2-year-old calico with a heart just as stunning as her coat. She's a sweet, calm girl who absolutely melts when she trusts you-her favorite thing in the world is to gently plac...
Nov 25, 2025
This NC plant eats bugs for breakfast - and looks beautiful doing it
By MIKE RALEY WPTF Weekend GardenerMost of us have seen or have some knowledge of the most iconic plant in the world: It's the "Venus Flytrap", which is native to a small area of southeastern North Ca...
Nov 16, 2025
This NC plant eats bugs for breakfast - and looks beautiful doing it
By MIKE RALEY WPTF Weekend Gardener Most of us have seen or have some knowledge of the most iconic plant in the world: It's the "Venus Flytrap", which is native to a small area of southeastern North C...
Nov 16, 2025
KIX Kitties and K9s: Meet Naomi!
Naomi is a gentle 12-year-old tabby who came to us after her owner became homeless and wanted a better life for her. Now, Naomi is hoping to find a loving home where she can spend her golden years in ...
Oct 29, 2025