Friday, June 20th, 2025

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Good morning, Wake Forest. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of June.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Wake County Commissioners approved a rezoning that lets RTP 3.0 move forward by allowing increased density for new dining, retail and corporate expansion at Research Triangle Park—future plans now focus on getting Durham County's support to complete the project by year’s end. ABC 11
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Workers across the region are taking extra safety steps on this hottest day as experts warn that heavy gear stops the body from cooling naturally, and teams like firefighters now rotate shifts for proper recovery. OSHA is holding public hearings on a new heat injury prevention rule & workers are advised to stop and hydrate when feeling dizzy or nauseous. ABC 11
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ With a major heat wave approaching, HVAC technicians work long hours to keep air conditioners running and advise residents to schedule routine checks for capacitors and refrigerant levels — a key step to help avoid costly repairs as temperatures rise. ABC 11
SHOP NEWS
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Fairy Hair Sparkle Session
10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Frabjous Catfe — Cost to be determined — Add some shimmer to your hair with Fairy Hair while enjoying coffee and cuddling with kitties.
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Wake Forest Elite Rockstar Connect Networking Event
7-9 p.m. — Buffalo Brothers Restaurant and Bar — Free entry — Connect with local professionals in an engaging networking atmosphere.
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Vegan Suede Purse Wood Burning Workshop
11 AM – 1 PM — MK Creative Arts Studio — Refunds available — Unleash your creativity with wood burning on vegan suede and make your very own handbag and makeup bag.
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Salsa Saturday With Live Bands
7-10 p.m. — Casa Cubana — Free entry — Enjoy live salsa music while dining at Casa Cubana with a vibrant atmosphere.
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