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Good Morning Wake County - Your Daily Dose of Good News

Steve Rhode - Local Good News Podcast Host

Steve Rhode opens your day with good news. Good Morning Good News is Wake County"s only podcast focusing on overlooked, positive local news that gives you hope and makes your day better. Host Steve Rhode delivers a quick daily dose of uplifting stories about local businesses, community events, neighborhood heroes, and the people making Wake County a better place. It"s like getting the highlights from a friend who actually pays attention to the good things happening around here.

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00:03:45

Free Music Festival This Weekend, 24/7 Indoor Golf &...

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2025/10/02

Raleigh Wide Open brings free bluegrass and roots music to downtown this weekend with a kickoff celebration tonight, Back Nine Golf opens 24/7 indoor simulators, California tech company BuildOps is hiring for their new Glenwood South office, Peach Pit plays The Ritz Friday, and Sneaky Penguin Brewing celebrates 3 years. Your daily dose of good news from Wake County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:Raleigh Wide Open Music

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00:03:11

Viral Dessert Biz, Device Drive Donations & Garner...

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2025/10/01

A Raleigh couple's millionaire shortbread business goes viral after a Wall Street Journal feature, tech donations help close the digital divide Friday, free concerts wrap up in Cary tonight, a Latine heritage celebration hits Southeast Raleigh Saturday, and a Garner High athlete gets recruited by Michigan State. Your daily dose of good news from Wake County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:Artie Bars

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Good Morning Good News - Wake County - September 30th

Good Morning Wake County - Your Daily Dose of Good News ·

2025/09/30

Doghouse designs help animal rescues this Saturday, Birdie's Barroom celebrates one year downtown, Longleaf Swine BBQ expands in Raleigh, free lunch concerts continue at Downtown Cary Park, and meet Heather Leah - Raleigh's hidden historian uncovering forgotten local stories. Your daily dose of good news from Wake County with Steve Rhode.Links mentioned in this episode:Heather Leah profile: https://indyweek.com/culture/etc/character-studies-heather-leah-raleighs-hidden-historian/Contact

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00:03:50

🚇 Wade Avenue Bridge Progress as Local Kids Master...

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2025/09/26

Friday brings infrastructure progress that'll make getting around safer, while Raleigh schools add programs that boost kids' academic performance and lifelong health. Plus unique weekend opportunities and local healthcare investments that benefit everyone. Your daily dose of what's getting better in Wake County. Sign up for episode notifications and contact me at TapYourNews.com

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00:04:49

Major Biotech Plant Opens in Holly Springs as...

Good Morning Wake County - Your Daily Dose of Good News ·

2025/09/25

Fujifilm's $3.2 billion Holly Springs facility creates hundreds of jobs while Wake County communities celebrate with trunk-or-treat events, holiday shopping opportunities, and local achievements. Plus, a scam warning and your Five to Thrive highlights. Sign up for episode notifications and contact me at TapYourNews.com

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00:04:40

Wake County Addresses Online Safety as Fall Festivals...

Good Morning Wake County - Your Daily Dose of Good News ·

2025/09/24

A Wake County teen's family is taking legal action against Roblox and Discord after alleged online predator exploitation, while local events like the Tap Yard Faire and fall festivals offer community gathering opportunities. Plus, your Five to Thrive highlighting neighborhood achievements and volunteer opportunities across Wake County. TapYourNews.com

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00:04:23

🎉 Raleigh Expands Holiday Express Event; Search...

Good Morning Wake County - Your Daily Dose of Good News ·

2025/09/23

Raleigh is expanding its popular Holiday Express event at Pullen Park and switching to a lottery ticket system to help families secure spots. Plus, Wake County Sheriff's Office is searching for 57-year-old Michael Martin, missing from the Brookdale Drive area in north Raleigh. Community events and local business updates from TapYourNews.com

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00:05:08

🚨 House Explosion Near Wendell Prompts Federal...

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2025/09/22

Wake County deputies and ATF agents are investigating after a house exploded and caught fire on Old Bunch Road near Wendell Sunday morning. La Fiesta del Pueblo brought over 20,000 people to downtown Raleigh's Fayetteville Street for a vibrant celebration of Latino culture. Raleigh joins citywide efforts to protect migrating birds by turning off non-essential lighting through November. State lawmakers return to debate crime policies, Medicaid funding, and hurricane relief. Get your local news at

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00:04:40

🚓 NCDOT Director Charged with Breaking Into Home,...

Good Morning Wake County - Your Daily Dose of Good News ·

2025/09/19

A 30-year veteran NCDOT engineering director faces felony charges for allegedly breaking into a Raleigh home and installing hidden cameras to spy on residents. Rolesville High School special education teacher arrested for assaulting a student with a disability. La Fiesta del Pueblo celebrates its 31st year Sunday on Fayetteville Street in downtown Raleigh. October brings the Raleigh Wide Open bluegrass festival and NC State Fair to the Triangle. Stay connected to your community at

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00:02:17

📍 Cary Suspect Allegedly Called 911 to Confess +...

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2025/09/18

Wake County’s top story today centers on a Cary homicide case, where search warrants say the suspect phoned 911 to confess. Raleigh is planning curb extensions downtown to make crosswalks safer for people walking and biking. RDU will add nonstop flights to Dublin with Aer Lingus starting April 2026, while Seaboard Station may become a new social district. We’ve also got your sunny forecast, plus Five to Thrive events across the Triangle. Subscribe for daily local news at TapYourNews.com.

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00:03:35

Good Morning Wake County — Deputy Byrd Case Closes,...

Good Morning Wake County - Your Daily Dose of Good News ·

2025/09/17

The brothers charged in Deputy Ned Byrd’s murder plead guilty, bringing long-awaited closure. Plus: a shooting at UNC Health’s Panther Creek facility in Cary, a Raleigh events roundup with 25 things to do this week, an Apex fundraiser honoring Brooklyn Mae Carroll, and Wendell’s Oktoberfest Block Party.Stay safe, stay curious — and don’t miss today’s dad joke at the end.

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00:03:57

Deputy Murder Case Update, Raleigh Crash Fire, and...

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2025/09/16

Good morning, Wake County — here’s what’s happening today: the brothers accused in Deputy Ned Byrd’s 2022 murder return to court, Raleigh police investigate a car crash that sparked a fire, and the Sheriff’s Office highlights train safety. We’ll also meet a Raleigh man whose model trains are pure nostalgia, look ahead to a free American Dance Festival performance in Cary, and a movie night at Halifax Park in Raleigh. Plus, your full weather forecast, a Steveism, and today’s dad joke to start your

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00:03:42

Good Morning Wake County — Raleigh Arrests, RDU...

Good Morning Wake County - Your Daily Dose of Good News ·

2025/09/12

Wake County wakes up to some serious headlines — two men have been arrested in separate Raleigh rape investigations, and state leaders in Raleigh are weighing transit safety changes after a fatal stabbing in Charlotte. Meanwhile, travelers at RDU will need extra time thanks to a parking entrance closure, Wake Forest drivers face a month of detours, and dozens of volunteers honored 9/11 by cleaning graves at Raleigh National Cemetery. Plus, Governor Stein pushes Congress to keep health care tax

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00:03:49

Good Morning Wake County — Heartbreak, Healing, and...

Good Morning Wake County - Your Daily Dose of Good News ·

2025/09/11

Wake County is mourning the loss of former Rolesville High principal Ericka Lucas — a beloved leader remembered for giving students a voice. We’ll bring you the latest on the teen charged in her death, and how the Wake Forest community is coping.There’s also hope and good news: Raleigh firefighters now have access to free cancer screenings, the Brier Creek Food Truck Festival is bringing flavors and fun to town, haunted houses are gearing up for October scares, and Hopscotch Festival just wrapped a

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00:03:45

Wake Forest Loss, Safety Concerns, and Garner Pride

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2025/09/10

It’s Wednesday, September 10th in Wake County. Today’s headlines include the tragic loss of Ericka Lucas, wife of Wake Forest High’s football coach, with two teens now facing charges. We also cover a body found at Cary’s Crossroads Plaza, a Cary High student charged for bringing an airsoft gun to school, and Wake County’s new storm-prep kit giveaways. Plus, find out where to celebrate Oktoberfest in Raleigh and how Garner’s own go-kart track became a world first. Stick around for a fresh dad joke to

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00:03:50

Good Morning Wake County – Landfill, Powwow, and...

Good Morning Wake County - Your Daily Dose of Good News ·

2025/09/09

It’s Tuesday, September 9th — your daily Wake County news update in five minutes. Today: county leaders debate the future of Wake’s landfill, Dix Park prepares for its Inter-Tribal Powwow, and Cary police investigate a body found near a shopping center. We’ll also cover a Rock Quarry Road shooting, a Holly Springs teen turning plastic waste into swimsuits, and NC State gearing up for its rivalry game against Wake Forest. Stick around through the end for your daily dad joke — a quick laugh before you

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00:03:36

Raleigh Gets Monopoly, Local Safety Alerts, And A K-9...

Good Morning Wake County - Your Daily Dose of Good News ·

2025/09/08

Wake County wakes up with news you can use: Raleigh lands its very own Monopoly game, a confirmed tuberculosis case at a local high school, safety updates including a DWI crash into a police car, and a hit-and-run at Carolina Kettle. Plus, a proud community moment as Holly Springs names a new police K-9 in honor of fallen deputy Ned Byrd. Toss in a grandfatherly bit of wisdom, a friendly weather update, and — of course — today’s dad joke. It’s your five-minute neighborly news fix, right in your

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00:02:38

Raleigh meth bust, WakeMed plans, James Taylor concert

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2025/09/05

Wake County’s news starts with a major meth bust that deputies say may have saved hundreds of lives. WakeMed’s CEO is charting big expansion plans, and the Hedingham trial date remains locked for February. Raleigh also got a treat as James Taylor played his greatest hits for a hometown crowd. Holly Springs honored Deputy Ned Byrd with a new K-9 officer, and Dix Park is preparing for a free fall festival. All that, plus today’s dad joke to close the week. Visit TapYourNews.com to sign up for email

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00:03:25

Day Care Charges, School Gains, Pet Parade Fun

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2025/09/04

Thursday in Wake County: a Wake Forest day care worker faces charges after two children were hurt, today’s warm and mostly dry forecast, a Raleigh mansion with an FBI past finally sells, Wake County students bounce back in test scores and graduation rates, plans for a new data center in Apex, eighteen fun things to do in Raleigh this week, and the family-friendly Pet Parade. Neighborly news in five minutes for Raleigh, Cary, Apex, Garner, Holly Springs, Wake Forest, RTP, RDU, and the Wake County

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00:04:17

Crime Trends Down, School Reassignments Ahead, Free...

Good Morning Wake County - Your Daily Dose of Good News ·

2025/09/03

Wake County woke up to flashing lights near Wendell after an overnight shooting, plus the first draft of school reassignment plans could affect families in Fuquay-Varina, Zebulon, and Apex. Raleigh leaders are pointing to encouraging crime trends, while neighbors near the South Wake Landfill are pushing for action on intensifying odors. For something lighter, there’s a free NC Symphony concert in Raleigh and the Stardust & Stories book festival at Fletcher Park is just weeks away. And of course,

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