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Wake Forest
Tuesday, May 5th, 2026
Good morning, Wake Forest. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of May.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Wake County Board of Commissioners postponed their vote on a proposed agreement between WakeMed and Atrium Health—deferring action for at least 90 days to allow public feedback on a multi-billion dollar restructuring of county health care. WakeMed will hold a media briefing Tuesday morning to discuss the deal. 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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