Good morning, Wake Forest.

An 18-year-old man was arrested Wednesday after a shooting on the 3300 block of Moonglow Drive near Raleigh—he faces charges for assault with a deadly weapon and firearm offenses while authorities continue to investigate.

Four new schools opened in Wake County this week as the district worked to ease overcrowding, but higher operating costs have strained school budgets.

School Board Chair Chris Heagarty said the new schools, including Felton Grove High School in Apex as the largest, show the challenges of rapid student growth.

A shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school yesterday left two children dead and more than a dozen injured—prompting urgent reviews of school safety in the Triangle—and local experts urged Wake County and Durham schools to upgrade safety drills and threat programs.

The Bat-Signal Suncatcher Workshop

6-8 p.m. — MK Creative Arts Studio — Ages 10+ — Create your own glowing Bat-Signal suncatcher in this artistic workshop.

Joe Pug Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Carolina Theater Company — Check local listings for ticket prices — Experience poignant songwriting and harmonica melodies from Joe Pug, a rising star in the music scene.

Free Wake Forest Elite Rockstar Connect Networking Event

6-8 p.m. — Buffalo Brothers Restaurant and Bar — Free entry — Connect with local professionals and expand your network in a vibrant atmosphere.

Kristy Lee Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Wake Forest Listening Room — Ticket prices vary — Experience Kristy Lee’s haunting Southern gothic sound and poignant lyrics live.