Transforming lives at the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals of Wake County “Our mission is ultimately about saving animal lives, but our work goes so much further than that,” said Kim Janzen, CEO of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SCPA) of Wake County. “One thing we know for …
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Thank you for putting our values to work every day Here at Chapel Hill Tire, our “Work Happy” culture is based on the idea that happy employees create happy customers, and happy customers create a thriving business. It is a culture we try to create by living our five values: Strive for excellence Treat each …
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Welcoming Wegman’s – another values-based company – to our community Imagine: You’ve just had such an amazing experience that you go out of your way to write a love letter to… A grocery store? At Wegman’s that’s a reality, with around 7,000 customers a year penning everything from simple thank you notes to requests for …
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Brakes stop your wheels, but tires are what really stops your car. When the roads are clear and dry, it’s easy to forget about your tires. Just like the shoes you wear every day, your tires are not top of mind – unless something goes wrong. If you’ve ever worn dress shoes on a slick, …
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If your car’s air conditioning system stops working this summer, you may think that you need a simple AC refrigerant recharge. Unfortunately, automotive AC repairs often require much more. Here is a comprehensive look at vehicle air conditioning repair and why recharges are often just the first step. AC Trouble: The Symptoms vs The Problems …
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You have probably noticed your car dusted yellow at some point this year from the pollen. While you might think pollen only hurts the look of your car and triggers your allergies, it can have serious implications for your vehicle’s health. If you want to keep your car protected from pollen, you’ll need more than …
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Brakes are one of the core safety features necessary for keeping you protected on the road. However, your braking system requires frequent care to avoid trouble. Fixing your brake issue requires you to address the problem at its source. Here is a look at the 5 most common causes of brake issues and what you …
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It is no secret that vehicle troubles are less than ideal. The worst-case scenario for many drivers is finding themselves with a blown engine. So can your engine problems be repaired? Is an engine replacement worth it? Or should you invest in a new vehicle? The mechanics at Chapel Hill Tire are here to answer …
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When planning your summer vacation, a trailer hitch may be a key feature to help you along the way. Not all vehicles come equipped with a trailer hitch—however, most cars have some towing capacity. Thankfully, if your vehicle did not come with this feature, you can have a trailer hitch installed at a local mechanic …
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While the days have started to warm up this spring, we have only gotten a small taste of what the warmer seasons’ heat has to offer. Unfortunately, this can spell trouble for drivers without a properly functioning air conditioner. Here is a closer look at what you need to do to get your car’s AC …
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