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Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Wake Forest. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources will host the free online Battle in the Forest Esports tournament featuring Super Smash Bros. Ultimate on Saturday, May 17 as players aged 10 and older compete in a double-elimination format streamed live on Twitch. Registration is open until May 14 and if over 32 players sign up the event will expand to two days with additional prizes including an 8Bitdo Arcade Stick and an Esports scholarship. City of Wake Forest
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A single vehicle crash closed Durham Road/NC 98 between South Wingate Street and Tyler Run Drive on Tuesday, April 22 at 1:56 p.m.—emergency personnel were on scene and motorists are urged to use alternate routes as no serious injuries were reported. City of Wake Forest
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, April 22nd, the Wake County Public School Board discussed changes to how cell phones are managed at elementary, middle, and high schools. Board members debated options for emergencies and confiscation—focusing on when phones might be returned and who is responsible if a phone is lost after being taken away. ABC 11
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wake County is investing nearly $18 million in eight housing developments to create and preserve 644 affordable homes for seniors, working families and low-income individuals—projects will submit final tax credit applications in May with awards announced in August. The Wake Weekly
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department and Pickles and Play are hosting the 2025 Spring Smash Pickleball Tournament at Flaherty Park Pickleball Courts and Tennis Complex, 1226 N. White St.—registration is open until May 11 with fees of $45 per player plus $10 for each additional event. The tournament will run from May 16 to 18 in a local effort to bring the community together. City of Wake Forest
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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.
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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.
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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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Jim Lauderdale Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Wake Forest Listening Room — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening with the Americana music legend Jim Lauderdale showcasing his latest album.
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