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Friday, April 24th, 2026

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Good morning, Wake Forest. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of April.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A Holly Springs mother with her seven children and grandchild lost nearly all her belongings when an accidental fire started outside her home on Holly Springs Road after her 7-year-old played with a smoking toy, and although no injuries were reported, the family is seeking emergency housing.  ABC 11

BUSINESS NEWS

  • The federal government has reclassified cannabis to Schedule 3 to allow medical research and easier access to treatments. Wake Forest local The Hemp Company owner John Boccella said he expects new regulations and product adjustments — measures aimed at ensuring safe research and supply while addressing growing industry challenges.  ABC 11

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

No new job posts today. You can submit one here.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

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