Wake Forest Founders celebrated another successful accelerator cohort during its Spring 2026 Pitch Competition, where local entrepreneurs showcased innovative business ideas and competed for $10,000 in prize funding. Discover how the program continues to strengthen Wake Forest's entrepreneurial ecosystem by connecting founders with the mentorship, resources, and community they need to grow.

Wake Forest celebrated the reopening of Miller Park and new Dunn Creek Greenway connections with ribbon-cutting ceremonies highlighting expanded recreation, walkability, and community connectivity throughout town.

Wake Forest Exchange is officially taking shape. Local leaders, business owners, and community partners gathered to celebrate the latest milestone for the mixed-use development, bringing new retail, flex, office, and entertainment space to Wake Forest.

From employee to owner, Pam Anastasi is leading SignCraft Solutions into its next chapter. The woman-owned Wake Forest business is celebrating 17 years of growth, community impact, and creative signage projects across the Southeast.

Downtown Wake Forest is getting a little greener. Meet The Planted Bean, a groovy new houseplant shop blending retro vibes, community connection, and beginner-friendly greenery into a colorful Downtown experience rooted in local entrepreneurship.