The Imperial Boomerang
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 […]
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Development & Growth, Infrastructure, Opinion, Town Government
Part 6 – The Infrastructure Cliff — and the Fix‑It‑First Playbook
This powerful visual illustrates the true cost of neglected infrastructure. We’ve discussed budgets and revenue, but the most visible challenge for residents is often our infrastructure. We all see it:
Development & Growth, Opinion, Town Government
Part 5 – A Fair‑Share Partnership: A PILOT with SEBTS
When institutions & the community work together, resources flow into a common well, benefiting everyone & strengthening the town. It’s about mutual benefit & shared responsibility, ensuring a just and
Opinion, Town Government
Stewardship Over Secrecy
They say all politics is local. I would argue that local politics is the only politics that genuinely matters—and that Wake Forest stewardship of our community should be every citizen’s
Opinion
Ejecting the Tyranny: A Wake Forest Perspective on Power
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
Development & Growth, Opinion, Town Government
Part 4 – Why Local Government Can’t Stop Bad Growth (and What We Still Can Do)
The choices we make about growth profoundly shape our community’s future. This visual illustrates the two distinct paths Wake Forest faces: one of thoughtful, integrated “Smart Growth Planning” that leads
Immigration & Federal Policy, Opinion
Wake Forest History: The King’s Men Return From 1775 to 2025
The King’s Men Return: From 1775 to 2025 (generated using AI, Gemini Pro 3.0) Wake Forest history reaches back to the Revolution, and the patterns of that era echo today.
Immigration & Federal Policy, Opinion, Town Government
Wake Forest Local Failure: A Federal Problem Hits Home
With federal immigration agents reportedly deploying to Raleigh, our town’s network of Flock Safety ALPR cameras takes on a chilling new significance. This Wake Forest local failure demonstrates how federal
Development & Growth, Opinion, Town Government
Part 3 – The Structural Deficit Nobody Sees Yet
A quiet crisis beneath the surface — subtle cracks in the foundation hint at a deeper financial erosion, as money drains away unnoticed. The Wake Forest structural deficit hidden budget
Opinion
Politics Isn’t a Fan Club
Honor, courage, and commitment matter more than team colors. Politics fan club civic engagement accountability — these words frame a critical question in our local discourse. A recent online exchange
Development & Growth, Environment & Sustainability, Opinion
Wake Forest Demographics: Our Towns Are Building a Demographic Time Bomb
The clock is ticking on our towns’ demographic future. Urgent action and strategic planning, looking decades ahead, are critical to avert a crisis Wake Forest demographics is a growing concern.
Elections, Opinion, Town Government
A Vacancy Isn’t A Consolation Prize
The Wake Forest board vacancy appointment process is underway. When Commissioner Ben Clapsaddle won the mayor’s race in November, Wake Forest didn’t just gain a new mayor. It suddenly faced
Development & Growth, Environment & Sustainability, Opinion
Part 1 – Wake Forest Isn’t a Small Town Anymore
Wake Forest’s quiet streets are giving way to mid-rise buildings, construction cranes, and steady urban growth. Wake Forest growth small town identity is at a crossroads. Wake Forest still trades
Opinion
Wake Forest Armistice Day: Remembering What the Day Was Meant to Be
Wake Forest Armistice Day deserves reflection on its original meaning. I was seventeen when the towers fell. On the morning of September 11, 2001, I was in the weight room
Elections, Opinion, Town Government
Filling the Seat: How Wake Forest Can Keep the Process Democratic
The Wake Forest democratic process board seat question is front and center. When Commissioner Ben Clapsaddle is sworn in as Mayor, his commissioner seat becomes vacant. Our town government section