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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 seven chubby pups while in the care of a local shelter. Since joining the Second Chance family, Lucille has captured the ...

This weekend, we're sayin' good bye! So Long Summer Weekend on KIX! Labor Day Weekend, the end of Summer and the start of football, tailgating, Fall Festivals, and Christmas decorations in the stores before they even get to the Halloween candy! Listen to KIX all weekend to say "So Long Summer" with the best C...

KIX 102FM is your home for the Original American Top 40 Countdown Shows with the legendary Casey Kasem. Saturdays at 6 a.m. and 8 p.m. you can hear the 80s version and Sunday mornings at 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. it's a trip back to the 70s. Brought to you this week by Bartlett Tree Experts. The greatest hits stand the test of...

With tongue stuck somewhat in cheek, Little Feat announces "The Last Farewell Tour," and they are coming to DPAC Thursday, September 17th. Little Feat has an incredible legacy of music and the celebration that comes with it, and the near future will see them honoring their own past with more playing. But it's...

It's time for Curtis Media Group's Enter to Win: Backyard, Bites and Beers with the Southern Ideal Home Show coming September 18th through the 20th at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds! 🏆 Unwind with family and friends for an ultimate hangout. You could win a Backyard, Bites, & Beers prize pack: One year of f...

Meet Alfie! Alfie is a high-energy pup who loves to be where the action is. Walks, playtime, zoomies, exploring - if something is happening, Alfie wants to be part of it! He is incredibly curious and loves being involved in everything happening around him. Alfie has one favorite place to be: right next to his person. H...

Suit up. Sound the alarm. Call in the Lawn Doctor! Enter to Win the Lawn Doctor Kix Fix Fall Lawn Rescue! Is your lawn looking a little rough around the edges? Fear not-KIX 102 and Lawn Doctor are coming to the rescue! Enter the KIX FIX Fall Lawn Rescue for your chance to win a professional lawn makeover valued at up t...

Meet Lucky! You would consider yourself lucky to be the one to adopt sweet puppy, Lucky! This cute boy is 30 lbs at 4 months old and loves to play. He's both potty-and crate-trained. He sleeps very well in his crate at night. He loves to explore and chew and he knows (for the most part) when something is acceptable to ...

Meet Tsuki! Tsuki is a one and a half beagle mix with a big personality and an even bigger heart. Weighing around 50 lbs, she's the perfect mix of playful energy and cozy cuddle bug. This sweet girl absolutely loves other dogs and would thrive in a home with a playful canine companion or an active family who enjoys wal...

Meet Seagull! Don't worry, this Seagull won't steal your snacks... unless you offer them. And honestly, with a face this cute, you just might. Seagull is a charming, curious cat with a personality that's equal parts playful and easygoing. He's always keeping an eye on what's going on around him (like any good coastal o...

Meet Magic Mama! The Vibe: A beautiful, sleek black-and-white girl who just needs a little initial patience to unlock a lifetime of devotion. Personality: Magic Mama is a timid sweetheart at first, but she warms up quickly to become a total bundle of love. She hits the perfect middle ground for affection-she isn't an i...

Meet Whiskey! Like her namesake, Whiskey has a little bit of everything that makes life interesting. She's friendly, fun, and easy to enjoy, but she's also perfectly comfortable doing her own thing when the mood strikes.Whiskey enjoys spending time with people and is always happy to join in when there's attention or pl...

Meet Levi! Levi is a gorgeous black house panther with a calm, affectionate personality. He enjoys attention, happily accepts belly rubs, and is always interested in what's going on around him. He has a relaxed, easygoing nature that makes him a joy to have nearby, whether he's lounging in a sunny spot or quietly keepi...

All the best hits for Dad to "Rock Out" on his weekend, from 38 Special, Bachman Turner Overdrive, Bob Seger, Rolling Stones and more.

RALEIGH, N.C. (WPTF) - I'm sure at some point our WPTF Weekend Gardener crew has discussed the virtues of growing Eastern columbine (*Aquilegia canadensis*) in our North Carolina landscapes. It's a fancy little flower on the list of native, hardy perennials we enjoy in North Carolina. Columbine blooms from spring into ...

RALEIGH, N.C. (WPTF) - I can vividly recall the first time I ever laid eyes on a "Fringe Tree" (Chionanthus virginicus), also known as "Grandfather's Beard." I was driving to cover a NASCAR race at Charlotte Motor Speedway in May in the 1980s. (They bloom in April now.) The specimen was in full, glo...

RALEIGH, N.C. (WPTF) - The hemlock found in North Carolina is a towering, majestic tree that can live for hundreds of years. The Eastern hemlock (Tsuga canadensis) and the Carolina hemlock (Tsuga caroliniana) are the two species that have grown for centuries in the Tar Heel State. They are part of the pine family. Howe...

The trout lily, a native North Carolina wildflower known for its brief late-winter bloom, offers a subtle but striking sign of spring in woodland landscapes. During a recent visit to the North Carolina Botanical Garden in Chapel Hill, a single blooming specimen highlighted the plant's delicate yellow and maroon petals ...

By MIKE RALEY WPTF Weekend Gardener I have always been fascinated by unusual plants, trees, shrubs and flowers that I rarely see, especially those growing in North Carolina. Autumn-blooming cherry, Higan Cherry or Autumnalis Rosea (Prunus x subhurtella), is a rarity around these parts as far as I can determine. It is a...

By MIKE RALEY WPTF Weekend Gardener I have spent many hours looking out our window into the backyard. It gives Melissa and me great pleasure. The same can be said for the joy of watching the many birds that visit and reserve their bit of habitat in the Raley landscape. I think my real interest in birding began with my ...