Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
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🏘️ Community
Today, Drew Carter, a Duke Energy lineworker and Wake Forest native, spoke about the high demands on the local grid as services grow and weather emergencies call for extra help.
He said the job is tough but rewarding — offering a long career that keeps our community powered during storms.
On Monday, the 59th Memorial Flag raising Ceremony honored Marine Corps veteran Bobby Gene Kemple at the plaza outside Town Hall.
His son, Chris recalled his father for his lifelong service to others — and family members placed a wreath while a Marine Corps flag was raised in his memory.
🎭 Culture
Wake Forest Historical Museum is hosting a traveling exhibit titled Horace Kephart and The Great Smoky Mountains that runs through June 24 and a local exhibit on Dr. Calvin Jones’ ties to western North Carolina.
The museum will host free events on (June 12 at 6 p.m. and June 17 at 6:30 p.m.) and is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday at (414 N. Main St.)
🏛️ Government
Moms and Students Demand Action held a rally in Raleigh on April 16th to protest two bills, HB 5 and SB 50, that would let 18-year-olds carry handguns without a permit.
Durham County Sheriff Clarence Birkhead joined the protest and later met with lawmakers at the Capitol.
CAMPO partnered with the N.C.
Turnpike Authority to study four tolling plans for the U.S. 1/Capital Boulevard North Corridor that has faced repeated delays and rising costs — public sessions in Raleigh and Wake Forest and an online survey open until May 14 will let local residents share their views to shape the project's future.
🎉 Wake Forest Events
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The Monologue Bombs Live Performance
7:30 PM – 1:30 AM — The Wake Forest Listening Room — Ticket prices vary — Experience dynamic solo performances by acclaimed singer-songwriter Scott David Phillips blending lo-fi indie, folk rock, and emotional lyricism.
Author Event with Marie Bostwick
12-2 p.m. — Page 158 Books — Free entry — Celebrate the release of Marie Bostwick's novel and join a literary discussion about sisterhood and self-discovery.
An Evening with Alma Russ
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Wake Forest Listening Room — Check for ticket prices — Experience stirring melodies with Alma Russ' unique blend of country, folk, and Appalachian music.
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