Raleigh Arts Leaders Engage City Candidates Special thanks to photographer Areon Mobasher and to Charles Phaneuf for their contributions to this article. City and County government support is crucial for local cultural communities and creative economies to thrive. While it…
NC Budget Update: The Good, the Bad, and the Earmarks
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Two Pieces of Good Arts News from Washington DC: New STAR Act and NEA Funding Update
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Joint Caucus on Arts off to a Strong Start
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How National Arts Funding Hit a Wall, Who is Making the Grade in Congress, & How You Can Make a Difference
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