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Wake Forest
Saturday, May 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Wake Forest. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ WakeMed said it plans to merge with Atrium Health, a deal that would bring a $2 billion investment in local healthcare, more than 3,300 new jobs, and expanded services for about 1 million people. Pending approvals, the merger will boost Wake County's health network. ABC 11
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, teachers, parents and advocates gathered at Halifax Mall in Raleigh to demand increased state funding after Wake County schools ranked 110th of 115 in per-pupil support; speakers began at 10 a.m. before a noon march and over 800 Cumberland County teachers joined a statewide walkout amid longstanding shortages. ABC 11
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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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It's a Love Thang with Eric Roberson
11 a.m. – 11 p.m. — The Wake Forest Renaissance Centre For the Arts — Ticket details not specified — Celebrate love through live music in honor of our beloved parents.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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