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Wake Forest
Tuesday, January 13th, 2026
Good morning, Wake Forest. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 13th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Forest Fest will return to downtown Wake Forest on Saturday, April 18 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Vendors and nonprofits can apply online until Sunday, Feb. 8; food trucks are already secured and only nature-related offerings are accepted. City of Wake Forest
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Renaissance Centre will host Sirens of Song featuring Shana Tucker on Friday, Feb. 10 at 7:30 p.m. at (405 S. Brooks St.) where Tucker will join pianist Christian Tamburr and his trio to honor jazz legends; advance tickets cost $35 and $40 and are available online or at the box office. City of Wake Forest
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Wake County Animal Shelter is closing for repairs starting Friday until March 2 to fix exposed brick, kennels, floors (and walls) to keep animals safe. It will not accept new animals or allow adoptions during this period. ABC 11
- ➤ Travelers entering RDU after Feb. 1 will face a $45 fine if they do not have a REAL ID, which leads to extra screening and delays. DMV officials urge residents to schedule appointments soon to secure their IDs before the busy summer season. ABC 11
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An Evening with Phillip-Michael Scales
6:30-10:30 p.m. — The Wake Forest Listening Room — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful blend of Indie Rock with Phillip-Michael Scales, hailing from Michigan and Nashville.
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An Evening with Jon Shain & FJ Ventre featuring Bill Moore
7-10:30 p.m. — The Wake Forest Listening Room — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of captivating music from local talents Jon Shain, FJ Ventre, and special guest Bill Moore.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Albert Einstein
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