There are at least three statues missing from the image above (excluding the red wolf rambles). Can you name them or their locations?

A native of the same small town I’m from, Jay Winfrey (of the Raleigh Times as well as Jackpot!) is by far my favorite bartender. The man knows his beer, knows his guests, and never leaves you sitting with an empty glass. He’s passionate about what he does and it shows.

Who gets your vote for best bartender?

Many people overlook the stately three-story building known as Grosvenor Gardens as they hurry down Hillsborough Street.  I consider this to be quite a blessing, and it may the reason this apartment complex dating from the 1930s remains an urban oasis of sorts.

Grosvenor Gardens is one the three apartment complexes built between the 800 and 1100 blocks of Hillsborough Street.  Erected in 1939 by developer Sidney J. Wollman, it was considered ahead of its time in the use of natural lighting and the efficient use of outdoor space.  Named for the Grosvenor Gardens hotel in London, architect James Edwards, Jr. designed the building modeled after the Georgian Revival style.
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