Thursday, September 11th, 2025
Good morning, Wake Forest. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of September.
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Wake County P.E. teacher Daveon Dunn, a former Saint Augustine's University basketball player, died by suicide on September 8 at Ligon Middle School—his passing led the school to offer grief counseling for students and staff. His death raised concerns over mental health challenges among young Black men. ABC 11
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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BeagleFest
1-4 p.m. — Lonerider at Wake Forest — Admission benefits Triangle Beagle Rescue — Celebrate all things beagle with food trucks, games, contests, and community fun.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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