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Wednesday, April 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Wake Forest. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wake Forest and local veterans’ organizations will hold the 60th Memorial Flag-Raising Ceremony on May 5 at 11 a.m. at Town Hall’s Centennial Plaza to honor U.S. Army veteran George Evans Jr.—his family will join the event that features patriotic songs, a memorial wreath laying, and the raising of both the American and U.S. Army service flags. The Wake Weekly
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Wake County Public Schools approved a ban on cellphones in March and will enforce the new rules next school year to cut distractions in class. Teachers and students offered mixed opinions — some expect better focus while others worry about losing ways to contact family quickly in emergencies. The Wake Weekly
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wake Forest Power crews responded yesterday to a power outage affecting about 77 customers in Downtown Wake Forest, including areas on East Owen Avenue, South Taylor Street, East Jones Avenue and South White Street—cause remains unknown. City of Wake Forest
- ➤ Wake Forest Power crews responded to a power outage affecting about 64 customers in Oakwood Estates on Tuesday, April 29 on Oakwood Drive, Dogwood Lane, Magnolia Forest, and Durham Road — the cause remains unknown and more details are expected. City of Wake Forest
- ➤ Today, the town of Wake Forest asks residents to complete a quick online survey + the survey remains open until May 30 to gather bicycling feedback for National Bike Month and help shape future biking plans. City of Wake Forest
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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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