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Friday, May 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Wake Forest. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Small business owner Joshua Esnard of Cut Buddy has already paid thousands in tariffs on a $3,000 shipment from China and is now losing money on each sale—he may soon raise prices or reduce staff if the tariff war continues. Economic experts warn that a slowdown at West and East Coast ports could worsen the strain on businesses like his. ABC 11
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Wake Forest Renaissance Centre at 405 S. Brooks St. invites local artists to submit up to three original works for its Summer 2025 exhibition 'All About Anime.' Selected pieces will be displayed in the Arts Annex from June 9 through August 18 with a reception on June 13 from 6 to 8 p.m.—submissions are due by May 26. City of Wake Forest
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Recreation Program Manager Monica Lileton graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill’s 150-hour Municipal and County Administration course—designed to equip local government leaders with comprehensive public sector skills. The Wake Weekly
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Carolina Hurricanes fell 3-1 to the Washington Capitals in Game 2 of the NHL second-round playoffs on May 8—tying the series, and the matchup shifts to Raleigh. Future games are set at Lenovo Center with Game 3 on May 10 at 6 p.m. and Game 4 on May 12 at 7 p.m. 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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