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In today's newsletter:

  • Why some Wake Forest parents doubt Wake's new special ed plan
  • What Wake Forest drivers should do after that Speedway fuel scare
  • How a multi-state fugitive was finally caught in Wake Forest

Also on today's calendar: We are Hiring! Caregivers, Lead Caregivers, Med Techs, Servers & Dishwashers and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Do you know what the two sides of a circle are? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Cloudy and cool with a shower, with a high of 66 and low of 51 degrees.
  • Friday: Breezy in the morning, temps: high: 71, low: 50.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 77 and low of 48 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Parents 'skeptical' about Wake Schools' special education initiative (abc11.com) — Wake Forest families with special education students are directly affected by a new multiyear Wake County Schools initiative that some parents say lacks enough staffing and support. A Wake Forest parent and others voiced skepticism after Tuesday's meeting, citing past funding-cut proposals and ongoing trust issues. District leaders plan more discussion and public feedback sessions this winter.
   

• Suspected bad-fuel complaints jump 23% in North Carolina, and the evidence can disappear (wral.com) — Drivers in Wake Forest should know a Speedway on Capital Boulevard reported a diesel-gasoline mix-up recently, part of a 23% jump in bad-fuel complaints statewide. Inspectors couldn't confirm the issue because the fuel was removed, but they have verified problems at several other Triangle-area stations. Save receipts and repair records immediately if your car acts up after fueling.
   

• Three missing children recovered after arrest; warrant was issued in Douglas County (kval.com) — Three missing children were safely recovered when U.S. Marshals arrested a wanted fugitive in Wake Forest on September 10, ending a multi-state search. Authorities say the woman, wanted out of Oregon and tied to cases in several states, had been using multiple aliases. Residents are urged to report any information about fugitives to the Marshals Service tip line.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Who do I contact to get feral kittens out from a narrow crawl space underneath my house?
    I suspect they have fleas. This is urgent! Thank you for your help! (Nextdoor Taylor-Allen)
  • This morning I noticed a woman walking a large white dog onto my yard, and the dog actually went right on top of the sign that says, "Please be respectful — no dog poop or peeing.
    " I'm sure it may not have been intentional, but I'd really appreciate it if you could please keep your dog off my private property and have them do… (Nextdoor Stonegate At St Andrews)
  • AT&T posted a job opening for Machine Operator in Raleigh. Apply here.
  • Hitachi posted a job opening for Payroll Specialist in Raleigh. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Wake Forest here.

🗞 Nearby News

Rolesville

  • Marquis Bryant, Safety, Rolesville (dawgpost.com)
  • Three Close N.C. Legislative Races in Wake County (indyweek.com)
  • All American Heating, Air & Plumbing Brings a Diagnostic-First Approach to AC Repair for Raleigh, NC Homeowners (timesoftheislands.com)

Raleigh

  • Latin Rhythm, African Roots - drumming program in Raleigh Sept. 24 - Triangle on the Cheap (triangleonthecheap.com)
  • NCFC Youth tests pesticide-free mosquito control at Raleigh soccer park (wral.com)
  • Shaboozey got a taste of this Cary barbecue joint ahead of Raleigh concert (newsobserver.com)

Ok Wake Forest! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The inside and the outside ! (Thank you James M. for sending it in!)
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