Hey neighbor,

We’re thrilled to bring you the very first serving of Zebulon Dish — a fresh, weekly newsletter serving up local news, events, eats, and stories that matter to the people who call this town home.

Here’s what you can expect each week:
🍽️ Local flavor – restaurant features, food truck finds, and hidden gems
📆 What’s happening – from Friday night lights to Saturday morning markets
🧠 Thinker’s Corner – puzzles, trivia, and a dose of humor
🏅 Community highlights – meet your neighbors, business owners & changemakers
🛍️ Zebulon Picks – the best places to go, shop, support, and explore

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The Carolina Mudcats are in their final season at Five County Stadium, and the Town of Zebulon is calling for ideas. From entertainment venues to new sports uses, the community is weighing in. Share your idea or learn more: https://www.wral.com/news/local/zebulon-new-vision-five-county-stadium-after-mudcats-move-february-2025/

Wake County & Zebulon have launched a series of forums to tackle housing issues in East Wake. Builders, investors, and residents are all part of the conversation. Details on attending or submitting input: https://www.townofzebulon.org/economic-development/current-initiatives

The Gill Street Community Garden is expanding, bringing neighbors together around fresh, local produce. Reserve your plot or volunteer: https://zebulon.recdesk.com/Community/Facility/Detail?facilityId=91

The Zebulon Town Council will soon vote on expanding greenway connections, linking neighborhoods and boosting recreation options. Review the Master Plan: https://www.townofzebulon.org/sites/default/files/uploads/parks/zebulonmasterplan_10-21.pdf

Explore charming homes during Preservation Zebulon’s Historic Homes Tour. Tickets and event details: https://www.presnc.org/events/event/zebulon-historic-homes-tour

• The Creative Cup – Records + coffee = perfection
• Olde Raleigh Distillery – Whiskey + live music
• Mona Pants Mintage – Chic + local
• Andrew’s Barber Lounge and Salon – Cuts + community
• Zebulon General Store – Vintage meets essentials

Zebulon’s Town Council met on Monday, May 20 at 7 PM at Town Hall to discuss key issues including proposed greenway extensions, budget updates for parks and recreation, and new strategies for downtown revitalization. Residents are encouraged to attend or submit public comments online. Let your voice shape Zebulon’s future! More info: https://www.townofzebulon.org

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• Carolina Mudcats – Final home stretch! Catch Fireworks Friday + Throwback Jersey Night before the team moves to Wilson.
• Youth Rec Leagues – Soccer & baseball playoffs are live this week.
• East Wake High – Football camp starts June 10.

I stand in the center of town with bricks all around, I host your steps but never speak a sound. What am I?
(Answer in next week’s newsletter)

Puzzle Of The Week

Unscramble the Street: L A R E N D E L L
(Answer in next week’s newsletter)

Fact Of The Week

Zebulon was officially incorporated in 1907, just one year after its founding.

Thanks for reading our very first issue. We’re here to build a stronger, more connected Zebulon — one story, one dish, and one neighbor at a time.

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With local love,
– The Zebulon Dish Team