Good morning, Wake Forest.

After Tropical Storm Chantal caused flooding in central areas, community organizations led by the Triangle Nonprofit and Volunteer Leadership Center are accepting food, baby items, and cleaning supplies—while also seeking volunteers to help with cleanup and aid distribution.

Wake Forest earned 2025 National Main Street Accreditation for meeting tough performance standards set by Main Street America—one of 821 programs nationwide.

Downtown Development Director Jennifer Herbert said the honor shows our town's strong support for local businesses and historic preservation.

At 9:40 p.m. Wednesday night, the Wake County Sheriff's Office responded to a shooting on Knightdale Boulevard near Hodge Road and took a person with a serious gunshot wound to a hospital—deputies continue to investigate the incident.

Candlelight: Neo-Soul and Hip-Hop Favorites

9 p.m. — The Historic Wakefield Barn — Tickets available — Experience a magical evening of neo-soul and hip-hop classics under candlelight.

Dana Cooper Concert

7:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. — The Wake Forest Listening Room — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the album release of Dana Cooper's latest work with a night of exceptional music.

John Howie Jr & the Rosewood Bluff Concert

7 p.m. — The Wake Forest Listening Room — Tickets available — Celebrate 30 years of John Howie Jr. with soulful country-rock and heartfelt storytelling.