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One of 3 murals planned for downtown. Source: Bill Crabtree, Town of Wake Forest
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NEA Grant Helps Bring Colorful Murals to Downtown Wake Forest, NC

December 9, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

 The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) has awarded the Town of Wake Forest a $10,000 matching grant to be used for three downtown mural projects. An advisory group comprised of representatives from the Town […]

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Wake Forest, NC: Martin Luther King, Jr. Virtual Community Celebration is Jan. 21, Enter by Jan. 11

December 7, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

Several local churches and community organizations will honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a virtual livestream program on Thursday, January 21, 2021, starting at 6:30pm. Area residents are invited […]

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Wake County, North Carolina: Free “Winter Break Meal Bundles” Available to Children 18 & Younger

December 1, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

Wake County Public School System (WCPSS) Child Nutrition Services is offering nutritious holiday meal packs for children ages 18 and younger. Online pre-ordering is required by Friday, December 4, 2020 at bit.ly/WinterBreakMealBundle. Winter Break Meal […]

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Wake Forest, NC: Register for Virtual “Tree Talk” on Nov. 19

November 11, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

Learn about Common Pests and Other Issues Affecting Trees and Shrubs The Town of Wake Forest’s Urban Forestry Board will host a free virtual “Tree Talk” on Thursday, November 19, 2020, 6:30pm. Led by Urban […]

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Wake Forest, NC: “flix4kidz” & “Free at 3” to Resume with Reduced Capacity on Nov. 9

October 26, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

Closed since March due to COVID-19, the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre for the Arts will resume flix4kidz and Free at 3 movies with reduced capacity on Monday, November 9, 2020. The Renaissance Centre will host […]

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Wake Forest, NC: Register by Friday for “Kids Say the Cutest Things About the Holidays” 

October 21, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

Everyone loves the holidays – especially kids. So, we thought it would be interesting, and hopefully entertaining, to watch Wake Forest-area children share their thoughts and perspectives on what is commonly referred to as “the […]

Enjoy Fall 2020 Storytime Online Monday evenings. Source: Wake Forest Renaissance Centre
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Wake Forest Renaissance Centre’s Monday Night Online Bedtime Stories to Run Oct. 12-Dec. 28

October 12, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

Every child loves a good bedtime story. That’s why the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre is partnering with Page 158 Books to introduce a 12-week bedtime story reading series on the Renaissance Centre Facebook page for […]

Virtual Murder Mystery flyer. Source: Wake Forest Renaissance Centre, Wake Forest, NC
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Virtual Murder Mystery to be Presented Online by Wake Forest Renaissance Center on Oct. 30

September 30, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

  Although the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre remains closed and in-person events suspended due to COVID-19, the center continues to offer online visual and performing arts experiences you can enjoy from the comfort of your […]

Photo of November 2019 Turkey distribution. Source: Wake Forest Police Department
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Wake Forest, NC: Donate to the Police Department’s Annual Turkey Drive

September 22, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

The Wake Forest Police Department (WFPD) is now accepting monetary donations now through Saturday, November 21, 2020, as part of its 14th Annual Turkey Drive. Turkeys will be distributed to those in need in November. […]

Tickets for inaugural season of "Spirits of Wake Forest" ghost walk on sale, with proceeds benefitting Wake Forest Downtown, Inc. Source: Town of Wake Forest, North Carolina
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Wake Forest, NC: Get Tickets for In-person Downtown Ghost Walks This October

September 18, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

“Spirits of Wake Forest” ghost walks will lead small groups through downtown Wake Forest, safety precautions required If you’re looking for a “hauntingly” good time this fall season, then don’t miss the inaugural “Spirits of […]

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Wake Forest, NC: Area Residents Urged to Guard Against Gift Card Scams

September 15, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

  The Wake Forest Police Department is urging area residents to guard against becoming the victim of fraud following recently reported phone scams involving gift cards. Many times it’s hard to tell what is a […]

Wrenn's Farm strawberries at a farmers market. Photo: Kay Whatley
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Nash and Franklin County Farmers Markets, Other Nearby Markets, Open July 24 or 25

July 23, 2020 Kay Whatley

Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor Farmers’ markets are essential, and markets will be open this weekend offering local farm goods, handmade, and homemade items in: Friday: Louisburg and Whitakers, North Carolina Saturday: Clayton, Goldsboro, Rocky […]

EV charging stations by Joyner Park Community Center, Wake Forest, NC. Photo: Ruben Wall, Town of Wake Forest
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Wake Forest, NC: Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Installed at Joyner Park Community Center

July 3, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

A partnership between the Town of Wake Forest and Wake Electric has resulted in the installation of four electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at Joyner Park Community Center, 701 Harris Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina. […]

One of the five WFFD stations. Source: Wake Forest Fire Department
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Fire Department Mergers Announced in Towns of Knightdale & Wake Forest

July 2, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

Two separate fire department mergers have been announced for July 2020. Two separate fire services will merge to cover Knightdale, North Carolina, and the Wake Forest non-profit FD will merge with the town.   Fire […]

Source: Bill Crabtree, Town of Wake Forest (North Carolina)
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UPDATED: COVID-19 Testing Offered in WF Renaissance Centre Parking Lot Jun. 30-Jul. 1

June 26, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

  UPDATE: In anticipation of a strong community response and a desire to reduce wait times, pre-registration is now strongly encouraged. To schedule your appointment, complete the COVID-19 Request for Testing Form at www.wakeforestnc.gov/covid-19-coronavirus/covid-19-testing. Anyone […]

Virtual performance planned with Happy Dan the Magic Man . Source: Wake Forest Renaissance Centre
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Wake Forest, NC: Renaissance Centre to Begin Offering Virtual Performances

June 15, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

  Although the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre is closed and in-person events canceled, “the show must go on-line.” As we continue adjusting to life in the midst of COVID-19, the Renaissance Centre is set to […]

Wake Forest’s Star-Spangled Sing-Along 2020, Source: Town of Wake Forest
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Your Videos Now Accepted for Wake Forest’s Star-Spangled Sing-Along

June 8, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

Oh, say can you sing? Regardless of your answer, you and your family are invited to participate in a virtual rendition of “The National Anthem” as part of a magical, community chorus. Modeled after the […]

Zebulon Farm Fresh Market's Spring 2020 location at Vance Street and Arendell Avenue. Source: Sheila Long, Town of Zebulon, NC
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Farmers Markets in Clayton, Rocky Mount, Wake Forest, Wilson and Zebulon Open May 2

April 30, 2020 Kay Whatley

Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor Farmers’ markets are essential. Under the North Carolina safety recommendations, farmers markets are essential, and markets in the Five County area / Inner Coastal Plains will be open this Saturday, […]

Source: Bill Crabtree, Town of Wake Forest (North Carolina)
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Wake Forest, NC: Town Events Canceled or Postponed through May 31

April 16, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

All of the Town of Wake Forest, North Carolina’s sponsored events and activities “have been canceled or postponed at least through Sunday, May 31, 2020.” Some of the events affected are: Six Sundays in Spring […]

StaySrongWF Spirit Week. Source: Bill Crabtree, Town of Wake Forest (North Carolina)
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Wake Forest, NC: Participate in #StayStrongWF Spirit Week Apr. 6-10

April 1, 2020 Kay Whatley

  The Town of Wake Forest and the Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department want you to stay safe during the current COVID-19 pandemic by following Wake County, North Carolina’s stay at home […]

Dirt Day logo. Source: Town of Wake Forest, NC
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Updated: Wake Forest, NC “Dirt Day” is Canceled

March 13, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

UPDATE March 13, 2020: Dirt Day and the tree giveaway have been canceled, alongside other town events, due to concerns of coronavirus spreading at events. List of Wake Forest, NC events that are now canceled […]

Wake Forest Film Festival poster. Source: Wake Forest Renaissance Center
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Wake Forest Film Festival is Mar. 13-14, 2020

February 26, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

  Tickets are on sale for the 2nd Annual Wake Forest Film Festival on Friday and Saturday, March 13-14, 2020, in Wake Forest, North Carolina. Entitled “A Light in the Forest,” this cinematic tour de […]

Northern Community Food Security Team (NCFST) logo Source: Bill Crabtree, Town of Wake Forest
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Wake Forest, NC: “Potato Drop” Needs Volunteers for Feb. 29 Potato Bagging

February 20, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

  The Northern Community Food Security Team (NCFST), the Society of St. Andrew and a network of Wake County partners committed to a sustainable food future are recruiting volunteers for the 2020 Wake Forest Potato […]

Mardi Gras parade in Wake Forest, North Carolina. Source: Town of Wake Forest
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Mardi Gras Street Festival Coming to Downtown Wake Forest on Feb. 22

February 12, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

  Make plans now to join your friends and neighbors in downtown Wake Forest on Saturday, February 22, 2020, 11am-3pm, for the 8th-annual Wake Forest Mardi Gras Street Festival. Admission to this family-friendly celebration is […]

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Wake Forest, NC Free Paper-shredding Event is Canceled

February 11, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

UPDATE March 13, 2020: This paper-shredding event has been canceled to limit crowds and slow spread of coronavirus. List of Wake Forest, NC events that are now canceled — www.wakeforestnc.gov/covid-19-coronavirus/alerts-closures. _____________ Original article below is […]

Volunteers at the Smith Creek stream. Source: Bill Crabtree, Town of Wake Forest
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Help Keep Local Streams Healthy: Town of Wake Forest, NC is Recruiting Adopt-A-Stream Volunteers

February 4, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

  The Town of Wake Forest is recruiting Adopt-A-Stream volunteers to help keep the town’s streams healthy. The initiative offers residents the opportunity to become involved in an environmental effort that helps protect our natural […]

Friday Night on White image. Source: Town of Wake Forest, NC, 2019
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Wake Forest, NC: Sponsorships Available for 2020 Friday Night on White

January 27, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

  Friday Night on White (FNOW) returns to historic downtown Wake Forest on April 17, 2020 then continues the second-Friday-night of each month through September. FNOW brings the entire community together for six Friday nights […]

Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre. Source: Wake Forest Renaissance Centre for the Arts
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Tickets on sale for Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre “Kill the Music” Apr. 25

January 27, 2020 Guest Author or Contributor

  Tickets are on sale for the Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre “Kill the Music” on Saturday, April 25, 2020, at the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre for the Arts. Doors open at 6pm, and dinner will […]

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UFO Sightings by US State: February 2019

March 12, 2019

By Kay Whatley, Editor Across the United States each year, thousands of unidentified flying object (UFO) sightings are reported. UFO reports cover close encounters of various types, range from blinking lights in the sky to […]

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By Kay Whatley, Editor Across the United States each year, thousands of unidentified flying object (UFO) sightings are reported. UFO reports cover close encounters of various types, range from blinking lights in the sky to […]

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