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Edmund H Wilson
Edmond H Wilson, Jr., 80, of Wake Forest went to be with the Lord on November 9, 2023. He was born on May 9, 1943, to the late Edd H Sr. and Beulah Becker Wilson. In addition to his parents, Edmond was predeceased by his wife, Joyce Wilson; his brother, Cecil Wilson; and his sister-in-law, Murrell Wilson. Edmond is survived […] The post Edmund H Wilson first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Town reminds residents to #RecycleRightWF
In 2021, the town of Wake Forest launched #RecycleRightWF, a comprehensive public education campaign on proper recycling behaviors. Through a series of easy-to-understand messages, the initiative attempted to simplify the recycling process and improve the quality of materials residents place in their rollout recycling carts. Thanks to residents’ cooperation, town officials said, Wake Forest recorded a significant decrease in recycling […] The post Town reminds residents to #RecycleRightWF first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
New book chronicles Franklin County architecture
A book on Franklin County’s architectural history is scheduled for release next month, county officials announced in a news release. “The Architectural History of Franklin County, North Carolina” is based on the work of Catherine W. Bishir, E. Megan Funk, Vickie E. Mason, Thilbert Pearce, Michael Southern, Jeroen van den Hurk, Drucilla York and others and was edited by J. […] The post New book chronicles Franklin County architecture first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Turkey giveaway is Monday at Tri-Area Ministry
The Wake Forest Police Department and Tri-Area Ministry will partner to distribute more than 1,200 frozen turkeys Monday morning at the Tri-Area Ministry Food Pantry, 149 E. Holding Ave. Distribution will begin at 7:30 a.m. and continue until 9:30 or while supplies last. A drive-thru system will be implemented along portions of South Franklin Street and East Holding Avenue to […] The post Turkey giveaway is Monday at Tri-Area Ministry first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Rolesville beats Fuquay-Varina 69-21
The Rolesville High School Rams regained their footing Friday night after a fast start by cross-county rival Fuquay-Varina to go on to a 69-21 victory over the Bengals and advance to a fourth round matchup with Cardinal Gibbons in the N.C. High School Athletic Association football playoffs. The Rams put nine touchdowns and two field goals on the board. While […] The post Rolesville beats Fuquay-Varina 69-21 first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Gun club fatality ruled suicide
Authorities say a man who died in a Wednesday shooting at a Youngsville gun range took his own life. Police announced around midday Thursday that the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner had ruled 26-year-old Raleigh resident Mrinal Chandu’s death as a suicide. Police and emergency medical personnel were called to Youngsville Gun Club late Wednesday afternoon in response to […] The post Gun club fatality ruled suicide first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Thanksgiving shifts Wake Forest trash, recycling schedules
WAKE FOREST — Town Hall and other administrative offices will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 23 and Friday, Nov. 24 for the Thanksgiving holiday. Police service will not be interrupted, but other town operations will be affected. During the week of Nov. 20, the collection of trash and recycling will change as follows: Thursday’s route will be collected Friday, and […] The post Thanksgiving shifts Wake Forest trash, recycling schedules first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Wake Forest Cares Holiday Kickoff is Saturday
WAKE FOREST — Town leaders invite residents to ring in the holiday season and launch an annual holiday donation drive during the Wake Forest Cares Holiday Kickoff this Saturday. Free and open to everyone, this family-friendly celebration is scheduled from 1-5 p.m. in downtown Wake Forest. The event features activities and attractions for all ages, including the Carolina Hurricanes Storm […] The post Wake Forest Cares Holiday Kickoff is Saturday first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Investigation into Knightdale woman’s killing continues
KNIGHTDALE — A week after a mother of three was gunned down on her front porch, Knightdale’s police chief says detectives are applying “a meticulous, calculated approach” in their efforts to solve the homicide. No arrests have been made in 40-year-old Shinaka Ocean Earth’s shooting death, Police Chief Lawrence Capps confirmed Wednesday afternoon. Capps said investigators are developing leads and […] The post Investigation into Knightdale woman’s killing continues first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
The value of your good name
Mrs. Russell, social climbing wife of a railroad robberbaron, is scolding her son. Larry is having an affair with a rich Newport widow for whom he is redesigning a house. The said widow is twice Larry’s age. Mrs. Russell thinks this affair will tarnish the household, slowing her rise to the top of New York aristocracy. “Larry,” she says, “do […] The post The value of your good name first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Mayors weigh in at State of the County
Collaboration between Wake County and towns such as Wake Forest, Rolesville, Zebulon, Wendell and Knightdale was highlighted as part of the 2023 State of the County address Monday night. Wake County Board of Commissioners Chair Shinica Thomas built the report around the theme “Better Together” and enlisted mayors of the county’s muncipalities to put together a video on ways […] The post Mayors weigh in at State of the County first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Drone training cited in State of the County report
A new partnership in Wendell to teach local people how to operate drones was highlighted during Wake County’s State of the County Address on Monday. The partnership between Wake Technical Community College and Elizabeth City State University at Wake Tech East is providing a major advantage for students by teaching them to operate unmanned aerial systems, also known as drones, […] The post Drone training cited in State of the County report first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Town board reviewing mixed-use plan for Stadium Drive site
Wake Forest town officials are expected to vote next week on a rezoning proposal that would clear a path for the proposed Stadium Drive Apartments at the intersection of Stadium Drive and Capital Boulevard. The development would combine medical offices, multi-family housing, stores and park space. Town staff has recommended approval of the proposed zoning map amendment, which would rezone […] The post Town board reviewing mixed-use plan for Stadium Drive site first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Study: Arts, culture added $543M to Wake’s economy
RALEIGH — Wake County’s nonprofit arts and culture industry generated $543.3 million in economic activity last year, the United Arts Council of Raleigh and Wake County announced Tuesday. According to Americans for the Arts’ newly released Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 study, investments by arts organizations and agencies were a key driver of the arts sector’s resurgence after several challenging […] The post Study: Arts, culture added $543M to Wake’s economy first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Forge Nano bringing $165M battery plant to Morrisville
RALEIGH — Materials science company Forge Nano intends to launch a new lithium-ion battery business, called Forge Battery, in Wake County, Gov. Roy Cooper announced Tuesday. The company plans to build a lithium-ion battery manufacturing plant in Morrisville that represents an initial investment of more than $165 million. Forge Battery expects the facility to be operational in 2026. “North Carolina’s […] The post Forge Nano bringing $165M battery plant to Morrisville first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Accounting firm becomes 100th WakeWorks employer
KNIGHTDALE — Town leaders kicked off National Apprenticeship Week by partnering with Wake Technical Community College to recognize The Tennie Group as the 100th employer to participate in the WakeWorks apprenticeship placement program. CEO Darrell Tennie leads the tax and accounting firm, which operates on the second floor of a 3005 Village Park Drive office building in Knightdale. “Mr. Tennie […] The post Accounting firm becomes 100th WakeWorks employer first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Road work causes Caddell Street lane closure
WAKE FOREST — Contractors will reduce a stretch of Caddell Street to one lane with intermittent two-way traffic from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday. The temporary lane closure — affecting the portion of Caddell Street between North Taylor Street and East Spring Street — is necessary to allow crews from CK Johnson LLC to safely tap into the […] The post Road work causes Caddell Street lane closure first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Franklin Academy’s Myers signs with UNC-Charlotte
WAKE FOREST — Fleet-footed Franklin Academy senior Emily Myers has signed to run cross country and track for the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Myers posted runner-up finishes in the North Carolina High School Athletic Association 2-A cross country state championships in her sophomore and senior seasons. She’s also distinguished herself in track and field, finishing third in the […] The post Franklin Academy’s Myers signs with UNC-Charlotte first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
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