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Hello friends!
Good morning, Wake County! 🍂
Before we jump into today’s fun, let’s turn back the clock: On October 7, 1780, North Carolina Patriots helped win the Battle of Kings Mountain, just across the South Carolina border—a turning point in the Revolutionary War. Here’s to local courage, lasting history, and making a little history of our own today!
See you out there in beautiful Wake County,
Diane
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—Philippians 4:6
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.”
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North Carolina - A Little History
Kings Mountain: A Fall Escape with a Revolutionary Story
Trade your usual fall outing for a journey into America’s fight for independence. October 7 marks the anniversary of the Battle of Kings Mountain, when Patriot militia—including North Carolinians—defeated a British-led Loyalist force in 1780. The victory helped turn the Revolutionary War in the South. Although the battlefield lies just across the South Carolina border, its story is deeply woven into North Carolina’s history. October 7, 2026, marks the 246th anniversary. www.dncr.nc.gov
Start at Kings Mountain National Military Park, where the visitor center’s museum displays Revolutionary War weaponry and explains the battle. Watch the introductory film, then explore the battlefield and its monuments. Allow roughly 2½ hours for the full historical experience. Admission is free, and the visitor center’s regular hours are Wednesday–Sunday, 9 AM–5 PM, at 2625 Park Road, Blacksburg, SC. Plan your visit. nps.gov
For another history stop, visit the Kings Mountain Historical Museum in downtown Kings Mountain, North Carolina. Housed in a historic post office, it offers changing exhibits about the community and region. Admission is free; regular hours are Tuesday–Saturday, 10 AM–4 PM, at 100 E. Mountain Street. Saturday openings depend on an active exhibit. Museum details.
Wake County’s Big News This Week
A Big Opportunity for Rolesville
WakeMed is planning a $53.8 million Rolesville Healthplex at Burlington Mills Road and Walls Cove Lane, bringing emergency care closer to residents of northeastern Wake County. The proposed 32,000-square-foot facility would offer a 24-hour emergency department with 12 treatment rooms, diagnostic imaging, laboratory services and a pharmacy. Although WakeMed received state Certificate of Need approval in October 2025, local development approvals remain necessary. According to the town’s latest update, the facility could open in 2030, subject to approval.
Siemens Powers Up Wake County With 350 New Jobs
The growing demand for artificial intelligence is bringing new manufacturing opportunities to Wake County. Siemens announced plans to add approximately 350 jobs through new facilities and expanded operations in the Raleigh, Knightdale, and Wendell. Workers will manufacture and assemble electrical equipment that helps power data centers, including power delivery systems, protection devices and switchgear. The plans include 100 jobs at a new power delivery facility, 50 at a new Wendell location and more than 200 additional positions at Siemens’ existing Wendell headquarters by 2028. The projects are part of a broader investment exceeding $165 million across North and South Carolina.
Tunes, Trivia & Belly Laughs
Your Midweek Fun Starts Here!
Irish Tunes & a Midweek Escape — Wednesday, October 7, 6–9 p.m., Cary. Add a little Irish spirit to your evening! Doherty’s Irish Pub serves up traditional tunes and pub favorites alongside dinner—a cheerful way to break up the week.
Put Your Thinking Caps On — Wednesday, October 7, 8–10 p.m., Apex. Gather your cleverest friends for pub trivia at Doherty’s Irish Pub. Bring your appetite, your best guesses and that friend who remembers every random fact!
Brains & Brews — Wednesday, October 7, 8–9 p.m., Wake Forest. Give your brain a little exercise at White Street Brewing Company’s live trivia night. Round up a team and enjoy some friendly competition in downtown Wake Forest.
Dinner With a Soundtrack — Thursday, October 8, 5:30 p.m., Raleigh. Make dinner an occasion with live music by Andrew Ragsdale at Irregardless. Settle in for good food, good company and a musical start to your evening.
A Little “All for You” — Thursday, October 8, 7 p.m., Raleigh. Sister Hazel brings its familiar blend of rock and heartfelt melodies to Bowstring Brewyard. Gather your concert crew for an evening with the band behind the beloved hit “All for You.”
Laugh Along With Aaron Branch — Thursday, October 8, 7:30 p.m., Raleigh. Trade your usual Thursday routine for a night of stand-up at Goodnights. Aaron Branch, known from Netflix’s Unstable, takes the stage for an evening of comic relief.
Fresh Jokes, Big Laughs — Thursday, October 8, 8 p.m., Raleigh. ComedyWorx opens the mic for an evening of stand-up surprises. Come hear comedians try their material and discover which jokes bring down the house!
Your Shower Concert Goes Public — Thursday, October 8, 8 p.m., Raleigh. Grab the microphone—or cheer from the sidelines—at Wolfe & Porter’s free Thursday karaoke night. Bring your friends, choose your favorite song and let your inner superstar shine.
Chad Zumock: A Tuesday Laugh Break — Tuesday, October 6, 8 p.m., Raleigh. Chad Zumock brings high-energy humor and playful observations to Room 861 at Goodnights. His show is October 6, so plan your laugh-filled outing two days earlier than the original listing.
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