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Since 1947, The Wake Weekly has been reporting the news from Wake Forest and beyond. Today we continue to focus on this regional center along with the towns of Youngsville, Rolesville, Wendell, Zebulon and Knightdale.

North Carolina celebrates 80th Anniversary of National Disability Employment Awareness Month
10/12/2025

North Carolina celebrates 80th Anniversary of National Disability Employment Awareness Month

North Carolina marked the 80th National Disability Employment Awareness Month, highlighting workers with disabilities and inclusive employers, and reaffirming support for a diverse, accessible workforce.

WCSO, SBI investigating death of inmate
10/12/2025

WCSO, SBI investigating death of inmate

Authorities are investigating after a 33-year-old inmate was found unresponsive and later pronounced dead at the Wake County Detention Center; the SBI and WCSO are conducting separate probes.

'The Nutcracker' production slated for Dec. 14 in Rolesville
10/12/2025

'The Nutcracker' production slated for Dec. 14 in Rolesville

The Jill M. Taylor Dance Company brings "The Nutcracker" to Rolesville High School on Dec. 14, featuring guest artists and local talent in a festive performance for all ages. Tickets on sale Oct. 20.

The Gaza war may end, but peace remains elusive
10/10/2025

The Gaza war may end, but peace remains elusive

A ceasefire deal may end the Gaza war, but key issues — including disarmament, Palestinian statehood and Israel’s actions in the West Bank — leave lasting peace uncertain and far from guaranteed.

The health care emergency behind the government shutdown
10/10/2025

The health care emergency behind the government shutdown

Health care costs are about to skyrocket for working North Carolinians, but GOP lawmakers are prioritizing tax breaks for the wealthy.

Instead of robbing the ‘gabillionaires,’ stop fleecing the ‘regular workers’
10/10/2025

Instead of robbing the ‘gabillionaires,’ stop fleecing the ‘regular workers’

Thomas L. Knapp argues that Social Security taxes already treat billionaires and regular workers the same, critiques calls for higher taxes on the wealthy and suggests replacing Social Security with private investment.

Are you being lied to? Is Portland really ‘war-ravaged’?
10/10/2025

Are you being lied to? Is Portland really ‘war-ravaged’?

Misleading media coverage led to false claims of chaos in Portland, prompting unnecessary calls for military intervention. Author and columnist Rivera Sun examines the dangers of misinformation in shaping national decisions.

NCDHHS, universities partner on five-year Program to improve andexpand social work workforce
10/09/2025

NCDHHS, universities partner on five-year Program to improve and
expand social work workforce

North Carolina launches a five-year Public Service Leadership Program with 25 universities to boost and support the social work workforce, focusing on student recruitment, training, and retention.

Wake County begins plan to replace North Wake Household Hazardous Waste facility
10/09/2025

Wake County begins plan to replace North Wake Household Hazardous Waste facility

Wake County is moving forward with plans to rebuild the North Wake Household Hazardous Waste facility after a fire, with demolition set for this year and a new building expected by late 2026.

Wendell hires veteran leader Jeffery Brown as new assistant town manager amid rapid growth
10/09/2025

Wendell hires veteran leader Jeffery Brown as new assistant town manager amid rapid growth

Wendell hires Jeffery Brown, a veteran with 25+ years in local government, as assistant town manager to help guide the town through rapid growth and expanded municipal services.

North Carolina reports first fu death of season: Health officials urge vaccination and precautions
10/09/2025

North Carolina reports first fu death of season: Health officials urge vaccination and precautions

North Carolina has reported its first flu death of the season, prompting health officials to urge residents to get vaccinated and take precautions as respiratory illnesses are expected to rise.

McIlvain honored at Memorial Flag-Raising Ceremony
10/08/2025

McIlvain honored at Memorial Flag-Raising Ceremony

The Wake Forest community honored Army veteran Patrick McIlvain at the final 2025 Memorial Flag-Raising Ceremony, reflecting on his service, injury, and legacy supporting brain injury rehabilitation.

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