Good morning, Wake Forest.

Emergency personnel are on scene after a road resurfacing crew ruptured a gas line on the 700 block of North White Street near the intersection with East Perry Avenue — traffic is blocked and Enbridge Gas crews are working to seal the leak with no timetable for reopening.

Ericka Lucas, a former Rolesville High principal and wife of Wake Forest High football coach Reggie Lucas, died yesterday after being injured in a shooting in the 600 block of East Nelson Avenue—police said she was not the intended target and arrested 18-year-old Dexter Lamont Mills.

Wake County school officials met Tuesday to review school safety and effective security tools — they discussed systems like weapons detection and planned upgrades such as improved lockdown procedures and better communication with law enforcement, EMS and community support for large events. They said these changes will help keep students safe in the future.

North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission warned locals on Tuesday, September 9 that black bears were eating extra food to prepare for winter and might roam far to find acorns, nuts, and crops.

Biologist Jenna Malzahn said the bears can gain up to 100% of their summer weight during hyperphagia—this behavior may lead to more bear encounters.

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.

Highland Reverie Concert

7:30 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. — The Wake Forest Listening Room — Tickets required — Experience enchanting folk harmonies and Appalachian storytelling from the duo Luke and Madison Morris.

Martha Bassett Concert

7:30-11:30 p.m. — The Wake Forest Listening Room — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy the enchanting caramel-toned alto of Martha Bassett as she performs a blend of Americana, jazz, folk, and country gospel.