Good morning, Wake Forest.

Wake Forest invites veterans to lead the Pledge of Allegiance at the 2026 Fireworks Spectacular on Friday, July 3 at Husky Stadium on the Heritage High School campus (1150 Forestville Road), where gates open at 5:30 p.m. and intermission begins at 7:30 p.m.

Wake County School Board voted Tuesday night on a $10M budget that cut extra support staff and paused extra-duty pay for mentors — sparing special education.

Parents and teachers said they wanted clearer details to protect vulnerable students.

On Tuesday, May 5, boaters at Falls Lake faced challenges as low water levels and Stage 1 restrictions (84% remaining) complicated safe navigation amid drought, and experts warned that further declines could endanger inexperienced boaters.

WakeMed leaders defended a proposed partnership with Atrium Health that would bring a $2 billion investment and add 3,300 health care jobs to improve patient services.

The deal was postponed for at least 90 days to allow for more community discussion + transparency.

Carolina Hurricanes forward Logan Stankoven (23) has thrived since joining the team last March and scored six goals in the postseason so far.

The Hurricanes lead 2-0 in the series and will play Game 3 in Philadelphia on Thursday.

Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department is accepting registrations for Church Co-Rec Adult Softball during May with a $550 fee per team for players 18 and older.

Games will begin in mid-June on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday evenings plus free agents may join online.

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.

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.

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.

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.

A Tale of Two: Americana Showcase

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Wake Forest Listening Room — $20.34 — Experience a captivating blend of Americana and blues storytelling from award-winning artists.