Good Morning Wake County — Deputy Byrd Case Closes, Cary Shooting, Fall Fun Ahead

Good Morning Wake County — Deputy Byrd Case Closes, Cary Shooting, Fall Fun Ahead

Author: Steve Rhode - Local Good News Podcast Host September 17, 2025 Duration: 3:35

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.


Start your morning with Good Morning Wake County-Your Daily Dose of Good News. Each episode is a brief, focused look at the positive stories happening right here in our community, hosted by Steve Rhode. This isn't your typical news cycle; instead, it's a deliberate search for the encouraging and often overlooked moments that define Wake County. You'll hear about local entrepreneurs whose small ideas are making a big difference, volunteers whose quiet work strengthens our neighborhoods, and everyday people whose actions create genuine connection. Steve delivers these narratives in a concise, friendly format designed to fit into your morning routine, offering a genuine alternative to the day's louder headlines. Tuning into this podcast means beginning your day with a reminder of what's going right, highlighting the specific characters and efforts that collectively make this area unique. It’s a daily habit for anyone who believes that local news should inform and inspire, providing a reliable source of optimism directly from the places you know.
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