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Common flooding areas in Raleigh, NC
A map of the City of Raleigh's frequent flooding areas.
Areas prone to flooding along Crabtree Creek. | Map via City of Raleigh
Tropical storm Ian is approaching NC, potentially bringing strong winds with gusts up to 50 mph. Coastal areas of our state will see the strongest impacts of the storm on Friday, and there is a 100% chance of rain in Raleigh — with four to six inches of rain predicted in the Triangle, the City of Oaks is also at risk of significant flash flooding.

Areas situated along Crabtree Creek — which flows through central Wake County, including William B. Umstead State Park and North Raleigh — have a history of flooding. Be aware of the following spots that could be affected this weekend:
  • Areas near Crabtree Valley Mall, including Creedmoor Road, Crabtree Valley Avenue, and Glenwood Avenue
  • Intersections along Hodges Street, including Capital Boulevard, Atlantic Avenue, and Wake Forest Road
  • East Six Forks Road, near Costco
  • 2300 block of Crabtree Boulevard
Downtown Raleigh could flood, too. Water is known to quickly rise on roads around City Market, including areas near South Blount + South Person streets.

This list is not comprehensive. Check out the following resources for more flooding information:
Did you know that Raleigh also has flood monitoring cameras? There are currently 10 active cameras located near streams and flood-prone areas throughout the city, used to assess traffic and flooding when it rains (and update the handy maps linked above).

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Today
  • IBMA Bluegrass Live! | Fri., Sept. 30-Sat., Oct. 1 | Times vary | Raleigh Convention Center + Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts | $25+ | This bluegrass music festival features award-winning musicians, emerging acts, and collaborations.
Saturday
  • Album Release Show | Sat., Oct. 1 | 5-9 p.m. | Hartwell, 620 W. South St. | Free | Celebrate the release of Joel Candeed’s latest album with a live performance + Resident Oven pizza truck.
Sunday
  • Legacy of Jazz: “Swinging & Singing” | Sun., Oct. 2 | 3-4:30 p.m. | The Cary Theater, 122 E. Chatham St., Cary | $20 | Celebrate the iconic songs of the Great American Songbook with The Christian Tamburr Trio, Grammy-nominated vocalist Kate McGarry, and guitarist Keith Ganz. đŸŽ€ *
Monday
  • Lucy Dacus | Mon., Oct. 3 | 8 p.m. | The Ritz, 2820 Industrial Dr. | $26 | See this indie-folk singer, songwriter, and producer perform live.
Tuesday
  • Fall Wreath Workshop | Tues., Oct. 4 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | The Loading Dock — Prince Hall, 216 E. Lenoir St. | $69 | Sip pumpkin spice lattes, jam out to Taylor Swift, and get your fall fix at this hands-on workshop. 🍂
Wednesday
  • RN to BSN Virtual Information Session | Wed., Oct. 5 | 6-7 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Prospective students can learn about William Peace University’s nursing program, including the application process, start dates, course info + more.*
Note: Raleigh could experience heavy rainfall this weekend due to Hurricane Ian, so double check event pages for weather updates.

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Weather
  • 62Âș | Tropical storm warning | 100% chance of rain đŸŒ§ïž
Edu
  • All Wake County Public School System classes are canceled today, Sept. 30 due to expected severe weather conditions. No make-up day will be required.
Open
  • Happy + Hale’s fifth location is now open at Six Forks Station in North Raleigh. The new fast-casual smoothie + salad spot, co-founded by NC State graduates, was designed by The Raleigh Architecture Co. đŸ„—
Development
  • A luxury senior living community located at 2010 Fairview Rd. broke ground on Wednesday. Liberty Senior Living will offer 214 independent living homes and 88 private health care accommodations + is expected to open in 2024. (WRAL)
Community
  • Celebrate Hartwell’s first anniversary on Fri., Oct. 7 with Tepuy donuts, Resident Oven pizza, Geluna Gelato + 20 local makers and small businesses. After you shop, grab a drink from the bar and head to the roof for live music.
Learn
  • Discover Raleigh’s macabre past during the true crime Dark Raleigh Walking Tour on Thurs., Oct 27 + Fri., Oct. 28. Led by the Friends of the City of Raleigh Museum, this interactive tour highlights the city’s statesmen, leaders, and residents who had a dark and troubled past. Purchase tickets ($20+).
  • Bom dia, Raleigh. Learning a new language can feel difĂ­cil (that’s Portuguese for “difficult”), but with Babbel, it doesn’t have to be. Their bite-size, 10-minute lessons are designed to fit your lifestyle — and right now, you can get 55% off your subscription.*
Cause
  • Calling all dog lovers. Duke’s Puppy Kindergarten is looking for volunteers to help train pups to be service dogs for people with disabilities. Volunteers will house the puppies, take them to obedience classes + provide socialization opportunities. Learn more + apply. đŸ¶ (The News & Observer)
Shop
  • The Fall Arts Fair will return to Fred Fletcher Park on Sat., Nov. 5. More than 50 local artists will showcase jewelry, pottery, paintings, prints, and more. While you shop, listen to live music, grab a bite from a food truck, and participate in hands-on activities + demonstrations.
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Travel
  • Who’s planning on traveling out of RDU for the Thanksgiving holiday? Pro tip: It’s never too early to book those flights. Pro, pro tip: Scott’s Cheap Flights Elite Plan gets you up to 90% off premium economy, business, and first class seats. ✈*
Real Estate
  • For Raynette + Jim Costanza, selling their investment property made the transition to retirement even sweeter. See how they did it.*
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Feline good in Pittsboro đŸŸ

Meet 4 new felines at the Carolina Tiger Rescue
A recent bobcat rescue at The Carolina Tiger Rescue.
What would you name this bobcat? | Photo courtesy of the Carolina Tiger Rescue
The Carolina Tiger Rescue will soon welcome four bobcats to its sanctuary, doubling its current number of bobcat residents. The cats will enter their new, permanent home once they are cleared by the rescue’s veterinarian.

The cats, who have lived together their entire lives, were acquired from a private owner in Texas and traveled 17+ hours to Pittsboro, NC. The two males and two females range in age from ~1.5 to 5 years old. The rescue says they’re settling in well.

Bobcats are small, highly adaptable cats found in habitats ranging from southern Canada to central Mexico. They get their name from their short, “bobbed” tail, which helps them jump up to 10 feet to ambush their prey.

The rescue will introduce each bobcat individually next week on their Instagram. We can’t wait to learn their names.
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THE WRAP
Today’s issue was written by Anne.

Editor’s pick: During last night’s State of Midtown program, Cat, Charis, and I celebrated Midtown from 35 stories up at The Eastern. During the event, the Midtown Raleigh Alliance shared project updates + honored local businesses. 👏

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