The North Carolina-based grocery store Lowes Foods is closing another location in the Triangle.

Its store at 930 High House Road in Cary will shutter, Triangle Business Journal reported.

The last day to shop the store, located at the Preston Corners shopping center at the intersection with Cary Parkway, will be Wednesday, May 14.

Kelly Davis, a senior director of guest engagement for Lowes Foods, told TBJ the company decided not to renew its lease.

The closure of the High House Road store leaves two other Lowes Foods locations in Cary — at 6430 Tryon Road and 687 Mills Park Drive. Several other grocers, including North Carolina-based Harris Teeter and Food Lion, Aldi, Lidl and Trader Joe’s, operate stores in Cary.

The nearby town of Apex also has a Lowes Foods at 5400 Apex Peakway.

Lowes Foods did not immediately respond to The News & Observer’s request for more information.

This is Lowes Foods’ latest North Carolina location to close. Last summer, the company shared that it would close stores in Raleigh (8201 Rowlock Way) and Wilmington.

These store closures were part of a “broader growth strategy to invest in new stores and remodel existing stores.”

Lowes Foods announced at the time “store openings pending” in Concord, Kannapolis and Waxhaw in North Carolina, and Indian Land and Lexington in South Carolina. The Concord location opened in August.

Lowes Foods, which is headquartered in Winston-Salem, has more than 80 stores across North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia.

According to a recent report, Lowes Foods had a 4% market share in Raleigh’s core-based statistical area (which includes Wake, Franklin and Johnston counties) and a 1.8% market share in the Durham-Chapel Hill core-based statistical area (which includes Durham, Orange, Chatham and Person counties) in 2024. To compare, Walmart had a more than 20% market share in both core-based statistical areas last year.

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Raleigh, NC (April 25, 2025) – A motor vehicle accident occurred midday Thursday on Spruce Shadows Ln, resulting in injuries and prompting a coordinated response from Raleigh Fire Department and emergency medical personnel.

The crash was reported at approximately 12:19 p.m., leading to delays in the surrounding residential area as crews worked to treat victims and secure the location. First responders, including paramedics, assessed and treated individuals hurt in the crash. The scene remained active for some time while responders assisted those involved and cleared the roadway.

Located in a quiet residential part of Raleigh, Spruce Shadows Ln typically sees light local traffic. However, this incident caused a disruption, drawing attention to how even calm neighborhoods are not immune to serious accidents. Emergency teams acted swiftly to provide care and manage the scene effectively.

The precise cause of the crash has not yet been determined. Authorities are investigating the incident to learn more about what occurred and to identify contributing factors. No further information about the number of vehicles or individuals involved has been released at this time.

Our thoughts are with everyone affected by this accident, and we hope for a full and speedy recovery for those injured.

Residential Roadway Crashes and Their Growing Frequency

Accidents like the one on Spruce Shadows Ln are a sobering reminder that injury collisions are not limited to busy intersections or highways. More and more, residential streets in growing cities like Raleigh are seeing increased traffic due to population expansion, deliveries, ride-share services, and through-traffic shortcuts.

While residential roads are generally designed for lower speeds and safer travel, they often lack the visibility and infrastructure needed to handle modern traffic patterns. Drivers may become complacent on familiar routes, leading to lapses in attention or underestimation of hazards like parked cars, driveways, or crossing pedestrians.

In North Carolina, local reports indicate that a significant number of injury accidents now occur off major thoroughfares. As suburban and urban neighborhoods grow closer together, the volume of vehicles using side streets and cut-through routes increases dramatically, creating more opportunities for collisions.

Preventing accidents in residential areas requires heightened awareness from all road users. Slowing down, eliminating distractions, and remaining alert to unpredictable movements—whether from other vehicles, cyclists, or children—are critical safety measures. Community efforts, such as neighborhood traffic-calming programs and improved signage, can also contribute to safer streets.

Those involved in residential crashes may find the recovery process just as challenging as with larger-scale accidents. Navigating medical care, insurance claims, and potential legal steps can be overwhelming, especially when incidents happen close to home.

For more information or to receive help after an accident, contact Local Accident Reports.

Raleigh, NC (April 25, 2025) – A traffic incident occurred along I-440 eastbound at the intersection with Yonkers Rd, prompting an emergency response and resulting in reported injuries.

The crash happened just after 4:00 p.m., during a typically congested time for the area. Traffic was disrupted as emergency crews worked at the scene to assist those who were hurt. Medics and fire personnel from Raleigh Fire and Rescue responded to the area, attending to individuals suffering from a variety of injuries.

Due to the location on one of Raleigh's busiest beltline routes, the crash impacted multiple lanes and caused a temporary slowdown for motorists. While specific details about the collision remain limited, authorities are continuing their investigation into what caused the incident.

The roadway has since reopened, but the accident left its mark on the late-day commute, with delays stretching for miles. Our thoughts are with those affected by this accident as recovery efforts continue.

Crash Trends and Roadway Safety in the Raleigh Area

Interstate 440 is one of the most heavily traveled corridors in the Triangle region, and as such, it sees a significant share of Raleigh’s traffic-related incidents. Accidents like the one at Yonkers Rd can be triggered by a variety of contributing factors—ranging from lane merging misjudgments to driver distraction during peak travel times.

In this part of Wake County, commuters are often navigating both local traffic and through-traffic, increasing the likelihood of congestion-related crashes. These incidents not only impact the physical well-being of those involved, but also create ripple effects throughout the area’s transportation network.

What makes the Raleigh beltline particularly vulnerable is the mix of local exits, tight curves, and fluctuating speed zones. Drivers are encouraged to remain alert and cautious—especially in zones near key intersections like Yonkers Rd, where merging traffic and sudden stops are common.

Even when an accident does not lead to major road closures, the emotional and logistical aftermath can be overwhelming. Whether dealing with injury, property damage, or the uncertainty of insurance procedures, individuals involved in roadway accidents often face a difficult recovery period.

If you or someone you know has been affected by a collision in North Carolina, Local Accident Reports offers support and resources to help navigate the aftermath. Connect with us today for guidance during this challenging time.

An N.C. State offensive lineman is headed to the NFL after hearing his name called in the 2025 Draft in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

Offensive tackle Anthony Belton was selected by the hometown Green Bay Packers in the second round as the No. 54 overall pick. Belton was selected earlier than many draft analysts expected; most published mock drafts placed him as a third- or fourth-round pick.

Belton is 6-foot-6 and is officially listed at 336 pounds, with nearly 34-inch arms, and 10.25-inch hands. He has the size and length to create problems for opposing defenses.

Belton joins an exclusive group of N.C. State players to hear their names in the draft, and is the Wolfpack’s earliest pick since the Carolina Panthers selected Ikem “Ickey” Ekwonu, also an offensive tackle, in the first round in 2021. The Wolfpack has had at least one draftee in 10 consecutive seasons.

The offensive lineman from Florida started his career at Georgia Military College, a junior college, before transferring to N.C. State. He redshirted his first season with the Pack before becoming a three-year starter, primarily at left tackle. He is known for his ability to control the block, especially the pass block.

According to Pro Football Focus, Belton finished the season with an 87.3 grade in the pass block. He ranked No. 14 out of 601 tackles. He finished with a 73.6 overall grade on offense and ranked No. 102 out of 643 tackles. Belton played 735 snaps on the offensive line in 2024.

The most common pre-draft criticism of Belton was that he struggles at times with body control and footwork. He has also struggled with pre-snap penalties, but the graduate student played with more discipline in the latter half of the season.

With additional coaching, scouts expect Belton to become a more consistent player who can easily overtake opponents and help control the run game. That, coupled with his size, makes him a promising draftee.

During his time at N.C. State, Belton developed into one of the team’s leaders, especially in his final year. Head coach Dave Doeren praised Belton last season, noting his effort in fall camp and efforts to be an example to other players. He appeared in 40 games, starting in 32. He did not play in the Wolfpack’s bowl game; instead he participated in the Senior Bowl.

The graduate student started in all but one regular-season game this past season. He was ejected at Clemson for spitting on opposing player Tre Williams. Belton claimed Williams spit on him first.

“That’s not a representation of him. He’s a great young man that made a bad mistake, and he’ll pay for it,” Doeren said. “Our hope is he’ll grow from it and get better.”

Belton played but did not start the following week against Northern Illinois. He did not have any other significant disciplinary issues the rest of the year.

Coming out of high school, Belton was unranked by online recruiting services. He received Division I interest but did not have any offers due to his academic standing. Belton started his career on the junior college level before receiving Division I offers in 2020.

This story was originally published April 25, 2025 at 9:27 PM.

One of North Carolina’s oldest jewelers is closing a store in the Triangle.

Bailey’s Fine Jewelry, a locally-owned company founded in 1948, will close its store at Crabtree Valley Mall in Raleigh.

“After 15 years in Crabtree Valley Mall, Bailey’s has decided to close this location and focus on better serving you in our other locations,” the company wrote on its website.

The jewelry company has several other stores in the Triangle. One is at Raleigh’s Village District, the shopping center formerly known as Cameron Village, and another is at Fenton in Cary. Bailey’s also has North Carolina locations in Greenville and Rocky Mount, along with a by-appointment-only studio in the jewelry district of Los Angeles.

The company recently purchased Charlotte’s Morrison Smith Jewelers, a popular Charlotte jeweler that has been in business for more than 70 years, The Charlotte Observer previously reported.

The Crabtree location is holding a sale, merchandise discounted up to 70% off.

There is no end date for the sale, and it can only be shopped in person, according to the jeweler’s website.

Bailey’s sells engagement rings, jewelry from top designers including David Yurman and watches.

Other jewelry stores at Crabtree include Diamonds Direct — which is opening a new, 6,100-square-foot showroom at the mall — Reeds Jewelers, Zales and Swarovski.

Triangle Business Journal first reported news of the Crabtree retailer’s closure.

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This story was originally published April 25, 2025 at 4:02 PM.