Sunday, May 4th, 2025
Good morning, Wake Forest. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 4th of May.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A rideshare driver said his family in Wake County used the Opportunity Scholarship program to move his children from a public school they felt was unsafe to a private school that costs just $1,000 a year — he now plans to explore microschools as his children grow. The Wake Weekly
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Carolina earned a first-round series win by converting 31.6% of power-play chances against the New Jersey Devils, showing marked improvement after past playoff struggles. The Hurricanes will face the Washington Capitals in the second round — they plan to build on their strong special-teams performance in the upcoming matchup. ABC 11
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
All progress depends on the unreasonable person.
~ George Bernard Shaw
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