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Local Limelight with NC state Rep Erin Paré

Photo illustration: Axios Visuals. Photo courtesy of Erin Paré Rep. Erin Paré of Holly Springs, is one of the only elected Republicans that represents Wake County. In 2020, Paré flipped a North Carolina state House seat from blue to red, and she's vying to keep it that way in November's election. Favorite places to eat: Garibaldi’s in Fuquay-Varina, Blind Pelican in Holly Springs and Osha in Holly Springs. What the Triangle is missing: Conservative thought and input in local government. First read in the morning: A variety of news sources, but N.C. Insider is one of the first things in her inbox when she wakes up at three every morning. Last great book she read: Team of Rivals by Doris Kearns Goodwin. Favorite podcast: Planet Money. Favorite long-weekend spot: The beach, particularly North Myrtle."The entire family practically has a grab-and-go bag packed and ready for a quick weekend getaway to the shore," Paré said. Family pet: Koda, a 55-pound mix from Saving Grace. How she ended up in the Triangle: Paré's husband, Wayne, had his last assignment in his Army career at Ft. Bragg. They bought a home in Holly Springs to be closer to the Triangle, and when he retired, they opened a Play-It-Again-Sports. If she could pass any legislation it would be: "Ensuring southern Wake County has an actual voice on the Wake County Commission." One thing she's looking forward to: Enjoying her kid's sports and activities. How she unplugs: Cooking and experimenting with new recipes. Paré's husband and her kids "usually" enjoy her cooking, she said. Get more local stories in your inbox with .Subscribe Support local journalism by becoming a member.

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