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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.

  1. 11/17/2025

    The Story Everyone in Wake County Is Talking About. Woof!

    Misty Copeland came to Raleigh, gardens are glowing after dark, and a couple turned their farm into a wildlife sanctuary. Your daily dose of good news from Wake County with Steve Rhode. Links: Moonlight in the Garden at JC Raulston Arboretum: https://www.wakenewsandevents.com/p/346Raleigh makes list of best cities for dog owners: https://abc11.com/post/best-cities-dog-owners-3-north-carolina-including-raleigh-make-list/18153105/Misty Copeland speaks at Women Lead NC Conference: https://ground.news/article/world-famous-dancer-misty-copeland-speaks-at-women-lead-nc-2025-conferenceAlan and Susan Jones - 2025 Farm Family of the Year: https://www.wake.gov/news/six-decades-conservation-excellence-wake-countyJoin the email list at TapYourNews.com https://TapYourNews.com Got a good news story or completed today's challenge? Use the contact form at TapYourNews.com Check out Steve's true crime podcast at TrueCrimeUnheard.com https://TrueCrimeUnheard.com

    8 min

  2. 11/14/2025

    A New Lease on Life and I'll Fight You in Fuquay

    A bluegrass legend from the North Carolina mountains receives the state's highest honor TODAY, kids are about to climb all over fire engines at a free Cary event, and Zebulon's baseball stadium is getting a $10 million glow-up. Your daily dose of good news from Wake County with Steve Rhode. Links to today's stories: Truck Day at Bright Horizons in Cary: https://triangleonthecheap.com/truck-day-bright-horizons/ Wake approves lease for Zebulon's Five County Stadium: https://www.springhopeenterprise.com/news/wake-approves-lease-for-zebulons-five-county-stadium-82065a13 Governor announces 2025 North Carolina Award Winners: https://governor.nc.gov/news/press-releases/2025/08/26/governor-stein-announces-2025-north-carolina-award-winners-states-highest-honor Free GOUGE Wrestling at Mason Jar Lager Co.: https://triangleonthecheap.com/mason-jar-lager-company-fuquay-varina/ Join the email list at TapYourNews.com https://TapYourNews.com Got a good news story or completed today's challenge? Use the contact form at TapYourNews.com Check out Steve's true crime podcast at TrueCrimeUnheard.com https://TrueCrimeUnheard.com

    8 min

  3. 11/13/2025

    The Teacher Who's Done This For 27 Years Straight

    Your Wednesday dose of good news from Wake County with Steve Rhode. Today: A basketball winning streak that won't quit, a milestone cultural celebration, a teacher's incredible 27-year dedication, and a free party with all the fixings. Links: NC State women's basketball 24-game home winning streak: https://ground.news/article/10th-ranked-north-carolina-state-cruises-past-umaine-womens-basketball 30th Annual American Indian Heritage Celebration Nov 22: https://triangleonthecheap.com/american-indian-heritage-celebration/ Missi Baker named Teacher of the Week: https://wral.com/video/teacher-of-the-week-missi-baker/22243684/ Free Backyard Party at Tobacco Road Harley-Davidson Nov 15: https://triangleonthecheap.com/tobacco-road-harley-davidson/ Join the email list at TapYourNews.com https://TapYourNews.com Got a good news story or completed today's challenge? Use the contact form at TapYourNews.com Check out Steve's true crime podcast at TrueCrimeUnheard.com https://TrueCrimeUnheard.com

    6 min

  4. 11/12/2025

    This Guy Turns Your Trash Into Trolls and Let's Get Xmas Lit

    Thomas Dambo spent three weeks building five giant trolls from recycled materials at Dix Park—and what he's done with 24 tons of trash and a mission called "Waste No More" is something you need to see. Also: emergency response times improving and the biggest Christmas light displays returning to Wake County. Your daily dose of good news from Wake County with Steve Rhode. Stories: Wake EMS response times improving: https://www.cbs17.com/news/cbs17-investigates/new-data-shows-wake-ems-response-time-for-high-priority-calls-is-dropping/ Lake Myra Christmas Lights returning to Wendell: https://triangleonthecheap.com/lake-myra-christmas-lights-wendell/ NC Chinese Lantern Festival 10th anniversary: https://ground.news/article/nc-chinese-lantern-festival-2025-back-for-its-10th-year-at-koka-booth-amphitheatre Thomas Dambo trolls at Dix Park: https://indyweek.com/culture/trolls-thomas-dambo-dix-park-raleigh/ More about Thomas Dambo's work: https://www.visitraleigh.com/plan-a-trip/visitraleigh-insider-blog/post/thomas-dambo-trolls-dix-park-raleigh/ Dix Park Conservancy info: https://www.dixparkconservancy.org/art/dambo-trolls Raleigh Christmas Parade info: https://abc11.com/post/raleigh-christmas-parade-2025-parking-start-time-route-more/18137236/ Join the email list at TapYourNews.com https://TapYourNews.com Got a good news story or completed today's challenge? Use the contact form at TapYourNews.com Check out Steve's true crime podcast at TrueCrimeUnheard.com https://TrueCrimeUnheard.com

    7 min

  5. 11/11/2025

    This Dude is a Grinder

    Your daily dose of good news from Wake County with Steve Rhode. Today: 45 foster children hoping to find their forever families, a baseball player who overcame incredible odds to reach the majors, a map of every pinball machine in the Triangle, and a new Indian restaurant opening in Cary. LINKS: Wake County Hosts Adoption Fair: https://hoodline.com/2025/11/wake-county-hosts-adoption-fair-to-connect-with-prospective-parents-for-children-in-need/ Otto Kemp Overcomes Odds to Make Major Leagues: https://viewpoint.pointloma.edu/otto-kemp-overcomes-odds-to-make-major-leagues-in-2025/ Discover The Triangle's Pinball Scene with the Pinball Map: https://triangleonthecheap.com/pinball-map-raleigh-durham-chapel-hill/ In Cary, surge in upscale Indian restaurants continues: https://www.bizjournals.com/triangle/news/2025/11/10/reserve-indian-cary.html?ana=brss_5045 Join the email list at TapYourNews.com https://TapYourNews.com Got a good news story or completed today's challenge? Use the contact form at TapYourNews.com Check out Steve's true crime podcast at TrueCrimeUnheard.com https://TrueCrimeUnheard.com

    7 min

  6. 11/10/2025

    This Will Make Your Monday Morning (Trust Me)

    Your daily dose of good news from Wake County with Steve Rhode. Stories: Night with Santa events: https://triangleonthecheap.com/night-with-santa-raleigh-parks-police/Raleigh Inclusive Market Nov 22: https://triangleonthecheap.com/raleigh-inclusive-market/Raleigh Reclaimed furniture: https://abc11.com/post/nc-made-raleigh-business-turns-old-wood-heirloom-furniture/18131283/Hurricanes win streak: https://www.wralsportsfan.com/hurricanes-extend-winning-streak-to-3-games-with-a-6-3-victory-over-the-sabres/22239049/Join the email list at TapYourNews.com https://TapYourNews.com Got a good news story or completed today's challenge? Use the contact form at TapYourNews.com Check out Steve's true crime podcast at TrueCrimeUnheard.com https://TrueCrimeUnheard.com

    8 min

  7. 11/07/2025

    Santa is About to Do This on a Wake County Rooftop

    Lindsey Vonn defies medical odds, free Santa photos with skyline views, and an army of tubas is coming to Apex. Your daily dose of good news from Wake County with Steve Rhode. Links: Lindsey Vonn achieves offseason goal: https://unofficialnetworks.com/2025/11/06/lindsey-vonn-achieves-offseason-goal-of-gaining-12lbs/ Free Santa Pictures at Willard Rooftop: https://triangleonthecheap.com/santa-willard-rooftop/ Cary Community Choir's Messiah: https://triangleonthecheap.com/cary-community-choir-messiah/ TubaChristmas in Apex: https://triangleonthecheap.com/tubachristmas/ Join the email list at TapYourNews.com https://TapYourNews.com Got a good news story or completed today's challenge? Use the contact form at TapYourNews.com Check out Steve's true crime podcast at TrueCrimeUnheard.com https://TrueCrimeUnheard.com

    6 min

  8. 11/06/2025

    Some Buildings are Getting Lit With Honor

    rom Puerto Rico to a Wake County art room, Aurelis Lugo is changing lives. Plus: the holiday tradition returning to downtown Raleigh, and why buildings are glowing green this week. Your daily dose of good news from Wake County with Steve Rhode. Story Links: Raleigh Christmas Parade November 22: https://triangleonthecheap.com/raleigh-christmas-parade/Coastal coffee shop expansion to Raleigh: https://www.newsobserver.com/living/food-drink/article312760480.htmlAurelis Lugo wins Star Among Us Award: https://www.wakeed.org/2025/09/30/wakeed-partnership-announces-2025-recipients-of-its-wake-county/Aurelis Lugo's work with students with disabilities: https://www.cbs17.com/community/the-bright-side/wake-county-teacher-wins-unsung-heroes-award-for-showcasing-artwork-of-students-with-disabilities/Operation Greenlight for veterans: https://www.wakeweekly.com/news/wake-county-turns-green-to-honor-veterans-and-connect-them-to-local-services-f9666a8cJoin the email list at TapYourNews.com https://TapYourNews.com Got a good news story or completed today's challenge? Use the contact form at TapYourNews.com Check out Steve's true crime podcast at TrueCrimeUnheard.com https://TrueCrimeUnheard.com

    8 min
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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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