Monday, June 30th, 2025

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Good morning, Wake Forest. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 30th of June.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, June 29th, Wake Forest Power crews responded to a power outage that affected over 1,500 customers in and around the Reynolds Mill subdivision and along South Main Street — US 1A; the cause remains unknown. City of Wake Forest
- ➤ Governor Stein signed bills yesterday to overhaul the foster care system and help military students attend UNC schools; HB 612 expands oversight of county services + HB 373 grants tuition help to military students. ABC 11
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Lauren Herb, a 17-year-old student from Heritage High School in Wake Forest who has scoliosis, hosted the inaugural Straighten the Path 5K run at WakeMed Soccer Park on Sunday to raise awareness and funds for the condition. The event attracted 170 runners — helping highlight the need for early screenings starting at age five to improve treatment options. ABC 11
SHOP NEWS
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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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Candlelight: Neo-Soul and Hip-Hop Favorites
9 p.m. — The Historic Wakefield Barn — Tickets available — Experience a magical evening of neo-soul and hip-hop classics under candlelight.
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