Wednesday, April 29th, 2026
Good morning, Wake Forest. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of April.
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wake County water officials reported that water use dropped by 35 million gallons after new restrictions took effect a week ago amid a worsening drought despite recent rain (experts say farmers still must conserve water). ABC 11
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources will launch May Month of Fitness at E. Carroll Joyner Park on Monday, May 4, offering free outdoor classes each weeknight from 6:30–7:30 p.m. with sessions in self defense, bootcamp, yoga, and Zumba for residents. City of Wake Forest
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Seth Walker Live Performance
7-10:30 p.m. — The Wake Forest Listening Room — Tickets required — Experience the captivating melodies of a top Americana artist in an intimate setting.
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