Good morning, Wake Forest.

North Carolina's unemployment rate dropped to 3.7% in March as the state added 9,400 jobs, and county-level data will be released May 19.

Job gains came mainly from Trade, Transportation and Utilities, Manufacturing, + Leisure and Hospitality.

Wake County Public Schools notified parents Wednesday about a Canvas data breach that may have exposed personal data of students+staff.

State education officials and Duke University are working with tech partners to assess impacts while Canvas remains operational.

The Town of Wake Forest was named Top Overall Employer at the Gallagher High Performing Employer Summit on April 29 in Orlando + HR Director Angela McCray accepted the award on behalf of her team, which earned a Best-in-Class Employer honor earlier for its strong focus on employee wellbeing.

The Carolina Hurricanes (2-0 in the series) played Game 3 of their NHL second-round matchup in Philadelphia on Thursday night, relying on improved penalty control and a full roster to sustain their unbeaten playoff run.

They aim to build on this momentum in their next contest.

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.