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Tuesday, April 21st, 2026

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Good morning, Wake Forest. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of April.

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Due to a severe drought, Raleigh Water began Stage 1 water-use restrictions on April 20 that affect all residents in Wake Forest. New rules require watering during set hours and prompt leak repairs (detailed guidelines available from the town).  City of Wake Forest

HEALTH NEWS

  • Wake Forest Police Department will host National Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Wegmans (11051 Ligon Mill Road) where local residents can safely dispose of expired, unused or unwanted medications.  City of Wake Forest

SPORTS NEWS

  • Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources is hosting a free online Esports tournament — Battle in the Forest — on Saturday, May 30 at noon. Registration is open through Wednesday, May 27 for players age 10 and older and matches will stream live on Twitch.  City of Wake Forest

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Jack the Radio + Van Meter Concert

    6:45-10:30 p.m. — The Wake Forest Listening Room — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy an evening of live music from local favorites Jack the Radio and Van Meter.

    Fri, 5/1/26

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  • Candlelight: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

    6:30-7:29 p.m. — The Historic Wakefield Barn — $98+ — Experience the magic of Fleetwood Mac's greatest hits in a unique candlelight setting.

    Fri, 5/8/26

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  • Candlelight Concert: Vivaldi's Four Seasons and More

    9:00 – 9:59 PM — The Historic Wakefield Barn — Ticketed event — Experience a magical candlelight concert featuring Vivaldi's masterpieces and more performed by the Lyricosa String Quartet.

    Fri, 5/15/26

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REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

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