Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of July.
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🎓 Education
Lawmakers, educators & parents say that federal education funding remains frozen, leaving the Wake County Public School System to wait on $8.1 million for critical services like reading programs and support for students with learning disabilities.
Camp directors & community leaders warn that without these funds, summer camps and after-school programs may cut back services and force families to pay out-of-pocket for extra support.
🏥 Health
The NCDHHS released a new action plan to lower rising suicide thoughts among Black youth after an analysis showed that 16.9% of Black high school students and 36.6% of Black middle school students reported serious suicidal thoughts.
The six-part plan will boost mental health support, reduce access to lethal means, and enhance suicide prevention education — officials say these measures are key to reversing the trend.
🎉 Wake Forest Events
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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.
Dana Cooper Concert
7:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. — The Wake Forest Listening Room — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the album release of Dana Cooper's latest work with a night of exceptional music.
John Howie Jr & the Rosewood Bluff Concert
7 p.m. — The Wake Forest Listening Room — Tickets available — Celebrate 30 years of John Howie Jr. with soulful country-rock and heartfelt storytelling.
A. Lee Edwards Live Performance
7:30 PM – 1:30 AM — The Wake Forest Listening Room — Tickets available — Experience a musical rebirth from a seasoned artist with 30 years of music history.
Seaglass Terrarium Craft Class
4-6 p.m. — MK Creative Arts Studio — Cost info not provided — Create your own seaglass terrarium in a fun crafting class for beach lovers and botanists.
Halcyon Listening Room - Album Release & Soundbath
7-9 p.m. — MK Creative Arts Studio — Experience a meditative sound journey with composer Julian Hartwell and sound healer Kirk Jones.
Ash Taylor Listening Room Show
7 PM – 1 AM — The Wake Forest Listening Room — Cost info not provided — Experience the soulful sounds of Ash Taylor in an intimate listening session with a down-to-earth performer.
Wake Forest Comic-Con 2025
10:00-11:30 a.m. — Flaherty Park Community Center — Free entry — Discover a vibrant showcase of comics, anime, toys, and collectibles from over 30 vendors.
🏠 Wake Forest Real Estate
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💼 Wake Forest Job Board
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📣 Wake Forest Announcements
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