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In today’s Raleigh Rundown:

• Family fun Easter events in Raleigh

• Big weekend for college basketball in the Triangle

• A new craft brewer coming near Crabtree Valley Mall

• 7 fun things to do in Raleigh this weekend

Let’s get to it. 🏃

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Stories this week

Triangle schools making a big splash in the NCAA Tournament 🏀

UNC, Duke, and NC State all made the Sweet 16 for the first time since 2015. Below are their third-round matchups:

• UNC VS. Alabama - Thursday at 9:39 PM on TBS

• NC State VS Marquette - Friday at 7:09 PM on TBS

• Duke VS Houston - Friday at 9:39 PM on CBS

2 airlines changing terminals at RDU 🛫

Due to the increasing number of flights at RDU, budget airlines Breeze Airways and Sun Country Airlines are relocating from Terminal 2 to Terminal 1 at Raleigh-Durham International Airport to alleviate congestion.

Breeze will start operations in Terminal 1 on April 2. Sun Country will begin there on April 17

A new craft brewery is planned near Crabtree Valley Mall 🏫

A new craft brewery is being planned within the vicinity of Crabtree Valley Mall, situated at an office park.

Highwoods Properties has submitted site plans for a brewery and restaurant within its GlenLake office park in Raleigh. It seems that Crooked Hammock Brewery, originating from Delaware, is set to establish its presence there. Renderings included in the plans indicate a structure labeled as the "Crooked Hammock shell building."

2 Raleigh Universities names new presidents 🎓

William Peace University announced President Brian Ralph's resignation effective at the end of the semester. Trustee Lynn Morton will serve a 2-year interim presidency during the national search for a new president.

Meredith College Board of Trustees announced Wednesday that Aimee Sapp, currently provost at a Missouri private university, will become the school's 9th president on July 1, replacing outgoing president Jo Allen, who has led since 2011.

WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND

CECC Exotic Car Show | Saturday, 9 - 11 AM | 3107 Glen Royal Road, Raleigh

Come check out the most unique selection of exotic cars in the Triangle. Family friendly.

COST: $5

Spring Biker Bash | Saturday 9 AM - 4 PM | Tobacco Road Harley-Davidson - 1126 South Saunders St, Raleigh

Come out and enjoy a day of riding with live music and Harley-Davidson Motorcycles. Dirt Road Junction Band will be performing live music starting at noon, and Oaklyn Springs Brewery will be on site.

COST: Free

Cinch World’s Toughest Rodeo | Saturday, 7:30 PM | PNC Arena

Check out some of the toughest bulls and broncos and cowboys attempting to ride them in this family-friendly, rodeo event.

Click here for tickets.

COST: $30 and up

Tap Yard’s Hoppin’ Egg Hunt | Sunday, 1 - 2:30 PM | 1610 Automotive Way, Raleigh

Tap Yard Raleigh is hosting a fun-filled day for the whole family with games, crafts, and of course an egg-citing egg hunt. Tickets are needed only for those participating in the egg hunt.

Your ticket includes:

• 🧺Your own Tap Yard Basket

• 🥚Your first egg

• 🎨Special Craft & Activities

• ✨& the Egg-citing Egg Hunt

Click here for tickets.

COST: $6 per ticket

Easter Bunny Visits Videri | Sunday 7 PM | Videri Chocolate Factory - 328 West Davies St, Raleigh

🐰🌷 Hop into spring with a special visit from the Easter Bunny at Videri Chocolate Factory! Videri is hosting a memorable afternoon as they welcome the beloved bunny to our chocolate wonderland.

• Pictures with the Easter bunny

• Lots of tasty treats

• Self-guided tour of the factory

• Learn how their artisanal chocolates are made

COST: Free

MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THESE FUTURE EVENTS

April 19: 21Marbles: PARTYology - hosted at Marbles Kid Museum. Most be 21+ to attend. Laser tag, pizza, human foosball, drinks, and more! Click here for details.

April 20: North Carolina ‘Cuegrass Festival 2024. BBQ, drinks, live music, and vendors in downtown Raleigh.

April 26-27: Raleigh NC Pro Rodeo. Join us for the best rodeo action on dirt Friday and Saturday nights April 26th and 27th starting at 8:00 pm both nights. Click here for tickets

April 26-27: Brewgaloo - Cheers to NC’s largest craft beer festival with 110+ brewers taking place in downtown Raleigh.

WEEKEND WEATHER

Friday

69 🌡️ 35 | 🌤️ | 0%

Saturday

77 🌡️ 54 | 🌤️ | 0%

Sunday

80 🌡️ 59 | ⛅️ | 0%

SPORTS

Men’s Basketball 🏀

NCAA Tournament: Sweet 16 and elite 8 rounds Thursday-Sunday

Click here for updated scores and bracket.

• Friday: Golden State Warriors @ Charlotte Hornets | 7 PM

• Sunday: LA Clippers @ Charlotte Hornets | 6 PM

Baseball ⚾️

FRIDAY

• UNC @ Wake Forest | 6 PM

• Boston College @ Duke | 6 PM

• Notre Dame @ NC State | 8 PM

SATURDAY

• Virginia @ Duke | 1 PM

• ECU @ NC State | 6 PM

• UNC @ Wake Forest | 7 PM

SUNDAY

• Duke @ Liberty | 4 PM

• Notre Dame @ NC State | 3 PM

Hockey 🏒

• Friday: Carolina Hurricanes @ Montreal Canadiens | 7 PM

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