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Thursday, September 18th, 2025
Good morning, Wake Forest. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 18th of September.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ After the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk during his visit to Utah Valley University, Triangle law enforcement and universities reviewed safety measures for large events—NC State said its police work with organizers while UNC and NC Central did not share details and Raleigh Police reported no changes to procedures amid calls for an after-action review. ABC 11
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Federal Reserve lowered interest rates by a quarter of a point on Wednesday, and buyers now expect home and auto purchases to become more affordable. Prospective homebuyers and car shoppers in the region remain hopeful that lower rates will ease financing challenges—boosting market activity in the coming months. 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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