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Wake Forest
Monday, May 11th, 2026
Good morning, Wake Forest. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 11th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The surge in RDU travel for graduations and Mother's Day last year brought nearly 300,000 passengers to the Triangle, boosting business at restaurants and florists across our region (including Wake Forest) as they managed supply challenges and rising costs. ABC 11
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ North Carolina set a record $37.2 billion in tourism spending in 2025, adding jobs and boosting tax revenues for local communities + Governor Stein announced the milestone during National Travel and Tourism Week, emphasizing the state’s recovery after Hurricane Helene and rising visitor demand. ABC 11
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ With warmer weather arriving today, experts urge Wake Forest families to enroll young children in swimming lessons as pools and lakes fill up — a move that highlights the need for constant supervision during National Water Safety Month. ABC 11
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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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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.
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Wake Forest FUNGO vs Clayton Clovers
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Flaherty Park Community Center — Free entry — Enjoy hometown baseball with big swings and summer-night energy in Wake Forest.
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