About The Raleigh Report

Welcome to The Raleigh Report, your go-to source for all things Raleigh, North Carolina! Our mission is to keep residents, visitors, and anyone interested in this vibrant city informed and engaged with the latest news, events, and stories from around the area.

Our Vision

At The Raleigh Report, we believe that a community thrives on connection and knowledge. By providing in-depth articles, local insights, and up-to-date information, we aim to celebrate Raleigh’s rich history and diverse culture while highlighting the developments and opportunities that shape our future.

What We Cover

Local News: Stay informed with the latest updates on politics, business, and community initiatives.
Events and Activities: Discover what’s happening in Raleigh, from art exhibitions and festivals to concerts and sports events.
Dining and Entertainment: Explore the city's vibrant food scene and entertainment options, featuring reviews and recommendations.
Arts and Culture: Delve into Raleigh's artistic community with insights on local artists, galleries, and cultural programs.
Neighborhood Spotlights: Get to know Raleigh’s unique neighborhoods through in-depth features and stories from the residents who live there.

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We invite you to be a part of our growing community! Whether you’re a lifelong Raleighite or just passing through, The Raleigh Report is here to help you discover everything our beautiful city has to offer.

Connect with us on social media, subscribe to our newsletter, or reach out with your stories and tips. Together, let's celebrate the heart of North Carolina—Raleigh!

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Editorial Team

Director

Grace Trantow

Grace Trantow is the director of The Raleigh Report, where she oversees editorial strategy and community engagement. With a deep passion for local journalism, she works to shed light on the stories that shape Raleigh's vibrant character.

Editors

Ciara Deckow

Ciara Deckow wields her red pen with surgical precision, transforming raw local leads into polished narratives that capture Raleigh's pulse. She champions clarity and context, ensuring every story resonates with the city's diverse neighborhoods.

Donald Klein

Donald Klein's editing philosophy revolves around the belief that local news should feel personal. He guides writers toward stories that resonate with the daily lives of Raleigh residents, turning ordinary moments into compelling narratives.

Editor-in-Chief

Landon Stroud

Landon Stroud is a passionate writer and local enthusiast dedicated to exploring the vibrant culture and hidden gems of Raleigh, North Carolina. With a knack for storytelling, he captures the essence of the city's neighborhoods, food scene, and community events, inviting readers to discover what makes Raleigh unique.

Writers

Aiden Jast

Aiden Jast pores over the city's greenways, church potlucks, and pick-up basketball games to uncover the unspoken bonds threading Raleigh together. He writes with a storyteller's warmth, turning the overlooked rituals of everyday life into chapters of the city's living memory.

Dorcas Reichel

Dorcas Reichel traces Raleigh's evolution through its changing skyline and the stories whispered in old oak-lined streets. She brings a historian's patience and a neighbor's curiosity to every feature, unearthing the layers beneath the city's modern buzz.

Edmond Bahringer

Edmond Bahringer finds the heartbeat of Raleigh in its tucked-away barbecue joints, farmers-market chatter, and the quiet resilience of its neighborhoods. His bylines turn those everyday encounters into vivid dispatches that make readers feel like they're walking the same sidewalks.

Grace Ritchie

Grace Ritchie sees Raleigh through the lens of its evolving arts scene and the people who make it hum. Her stories capture the creative energy of the city, from studio openings to the quiet moments that inspire them.

Kali Larson

Kali Larson chases the untold logistics of city life—from transit delays to zoning debates—unpacking how policy quietly reshapes Raleigh's daily rhythms. Her work connects the dots between municipal decisions and the people who feel them most, one data point at a time.

Katelynn Marquardt

Katelynn Marquardt follows the scent of fresh biscuits and the hum of late-night diners to capture Raleigh's culinary soul, one plate and one conversation at a time. Her stories season city news with the flavors of home cooks, line cooks, and the shared tables that keep neighborhoods connected.

Sydni Perez

Sydni Perez wanders Raleigh's creeks, community gardens, and rain-soaked trails, documenting the city's quieter wildness and the people who guard it. Her stories pair patient observation with sharp curiosity, tracing how the natural and man-made intertwine in the capital's everyday landscape.