The Wake Forest parade cancelled liability question has stirred deep emotions across our community. I am from here. My roots in this soil are deep. My great-great-grandfather, John, who was […]
An illustrated visualization of the site plan for the Wake Forest Center for Active Aging, detailing the buildingâs location, surrounding parking infrastructure, and nearby green spaces along E Holding Avenue
The Wake Forest Center for Active Aging The Wake Forest Mayor forum misinformation trust crisis is real. Walking into the newly rebranded âWake Forest Center for Active Agingâ (formerly the
The Quiet Machinery of Governance Questions about Wake Forest solvency dominated the latest work session. On Tuesday night, the Board of Commissioners gathered for their work session. If you were
The official agenda for the December 3, 2025, Mayorâs Roundtable Open Forum. This document outlines the Townâs structured approach to addressing the communityâs top concerns, focusing on the future of
Date: December 2, 2025 | Time: 6:00 PM | Watch: WFTV 10 or Online The Wake Forest Board of Commissioners is gathering tonight to review the townâs âreport cardâ (the
If you drive Rogers Road daily, you know the spot. Itâs that dense patch of trees on the south side, right across from the entrance to Heritage Links Drive and
The appointment vs election Wake Forest board debate has arrived. When Wake Forest Commissioner Ben Clapsaddle won the mayorâs race this November, his victory created a democratic deficit. The new
A visual reminder that dense, walkable development generates far more long-term value per acre than low-yield sprawl. This is central to any Wake Forest revenue-positive growth strategy. A Wake Forest
A symbolic visualization of town governance evolving from misalignment to seamless efficiency. As gears shift into sync, a radiant overlay represents the emergence of clarity, data-driven decision-making, and smart management.
Photo of Camp Pepper in Gelan District. Formerly known as FOB Warrior, the base was closed, and all that was left was the SF base that I called home for
This powerful visual illustrates the true cost of neglected infrastructure. Weâve discussed budgets and revenue, but the most visible challenge for residents is often our infrastructure. We all see it:
When institutions & the community work together, resources flow into a common well, benefiting everyone & strengthening the town. Itâs about mutual benefit & shared responsibility, ensuring a just and
They say all politics is local. I would argue that local politics is the only politics that genuinely mattersâand that Wake Forest stewardship of our community should be every citizen’s
Confronting Wake Forest tyranny in its modern forms requires understanding its historical roots. My family has been on this continent for 12 generations. We were here before Wake Forest was
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