Knightdale Fire Department

06/22/2026

Hey ! Come hang out with us on Saturday, July 4th, for our annual Fourth on First Avenue celebration! Inflatables, bicycle parade, music, food trucks, waterslides...and so much more will be waiting for you and your family and friends at Knightdale Station Park from 9am-1pm. It's FREE fun for the entire crew, so start your July 4th holiday with us!

06/21/2026

Happy Father's Day to all the amazing dads! 💙 Today, we celebrate the love, guidance, and laughter you bring into our lives. Whether you're enjoying a day of adventure or a cozy family gathering, we hope your day is filled with joy and cherished moments.

06/19/2026

06/17/2026

All Town offices will be closed Friday, June 19th, 2026, in observance of Juneteenth. Offices will reopen on Monday, June 22nd, at 8 am. Emergency police and fire services may be reached by calling 9-1-1.

Trash and recycling services will be normal during the week of Juneteenth.

06/14/2026

Thanks to everyone who came out to this year's African American Festival. The weather ultimately got us at the end, but it was a great time of community and festive fun before the rain. Hopefully Mother Nature will be better to us next year!

06/05/2026

TRAFFIC ALERT: Service Road Closure at Shoppes at Midway
June 5, 2026 | 7:05 AM

A water main break has damaged the service road Shoppes at Midway which connects to Old Montague Road in the Knightdale Marketplace shopping center.

📍Location: Shoppes at Midway service road between Krispy Kreme and Chick-fil-A.

⛔ Road: Closed

⏳ Duration: The roadway will remain closed while crews work to complete necessary repairs. There is no estimated reopening time at this time.

💧 Water Service: There should be little to no impact on water service for businesses in the area.

🚧 Use Alternate Routes

Drivers are urged to find alternate routes and exercise caution when traveling near the work zone. We appreciate your patience and understanding as crews work to safely restore the roadway.

Visit DriveNC.gov for more information regarding state and local traffic, lane, and road closures.

06/02/2026

Knightdale Fire would like to announce several significant promotions within the department, effective June 6, 2026.

After a distinguished career spanning 32 years in the fire service, Battalion Chief William Boggs has been promoted to Assistant Fire Chief. Since joining the department's leadership team as a Battalion Chief in 2020, Chief Boggs has demonstrated exceptional professionalism, operational expertise, and commitment to organizational excellence. In his new role, he will oversee the department's administrative and support services functions, including strategic planning, budget development, fleet and resource management, emergency management coordination, and ISO compliance.

KFD would also like to announce the promotion of Captain Mark Guy to Battalion Chief. Chief Guy brings more than 20 years of fire service experience and has served the Knightdale Fire Department since 2013. His dedication to our personnel, commitment to operational excellence, and strong performance throughout the promotional process have clearly demonstrated his readiness to assume this critical leadership role. Chief Guy will report as the B Shift battalion chief beginning June 10, 2026.

Finally, the department would like to congratulate Russell Strutton and Sterling Strickland on their exceptional performance in the recent promotional processes. Both demonstrated sound judgment, strong technical knowledge, and professionalism throughout the assessment and have earned promotions to the next rank. Russell Strutton has been promoted to Captain, and Sterling Strickland has been promoted to Lieutenant. Both promotions will be effective on June 6, 2026.

Join us in congratulating these men on these well-deserved promotions and wishing them continued success as they begin the next chapter of their careers.

06/02/2026

🚧 TRAFFIC ALERT 🚧
[June 2, 7:45 AM]

Motorists are advised that Hodge Road at the I-87 overpass is currently closed in all directions at Old Faison Road due to an overturned cement truck.

Please avoid the area and seek alternate routes while emergency crews and recovery personnel work to clear the scene. Significant traffic delays are expected.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation as crews work to safely reopen the roadway.

📍 Location: Hodge Road at Old Faison Road / I-87 Overpass
⛔ Road Closed in All Directions
🚧 Use Alternate Routes

Drivers are urged to find alternate routes while this work is being done. We apologize for any inconvenience, but appreciate your patience and cooperation.

Visit DriveNC.gov for more information regarding state and local traffic, lane, and road closures.

06/01/2026

FREE Summer Meals for Kids & Teens!

No cost. No registration. Just show up!

This summer, enjoy nutritious meals at participating locations in our area:

📍 Wendell Community Center
🗓️ Beginning June 23
⏰ Tuesdays & Fridays | 12 PM – 1 PM
📞 For questions, contact: 919-366-2266

📍 Wakefield Missionary Baptist Church (Zebulon)
🗓️ June 15 – August 7
⏰ Monday – Friday | 12 PM – 1 PM
🍎 Every Friday at 1:00 PM, children will receive shelf-stable breakfast and lunch items for the weekend.

These programs help ensure local youth have access to healthy meals all summer long while school is out.

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with friends, neighbors, and families who may benefit.

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¡Comidas de Verano GRATIS para Niños y Adolescentes!

Sin costo. Sin inscripción. ¡Solo llegue!

Este verano, disfrute de comidas nutritivas en los lugares participantes de nuestra área:

📍 Centro Comunitario de Wendell
🗓️ A partir del 23 de junio
⏰ Martes y viernes | 12:00 p. m. – 1:00 p. m.
📞 Para preguntas, llame al: 919-366-2266

📍 Iglesia Bautista Misionera Wakefield (Zebulon)
🗓️ Del 15 de junio al 7 de agosto
⏰ Lunes a viernes | 12:00 p. m. – 1:00 p. m.
🍎 Todos los viernes a la 1:00 p. m., los niños recibirán alimentos no perecederos para el desayuno y el almuerzo del fin de semana.

Estos programas ayudan a garantizar que los niños y jóvenes de nuestra comunidad tengan acceso a comidas saludables durante todo el verano mientras las escuelas están cerradas.

¡Ayúdenos a correr la voz compartiendo esta publicación con amigos, vecinos y familias que puedan beneficiarse!

05/30/2026

🚧 LANE CLOSURE ALERT: CAROLINIAN AVENUE AT KNIGHTDALE BOULEVARD 🚧

Atlas Stark will be closing a lane of traffic for an upcoming water line installation. The installation will take place between June 2nd and June 10th. This work will interrupt the westbound right turn lane of Carolinian Ave at the intersection of Carolinian Avenue and Knightdale Boulevard.

Traffic control will be onsite assisting with traffic direction. The lane will only be closed down between 9 am - 3 pm to avoid closures during rush hour. Overnight there will be road plates covering the work area to ensure community safety. We anticipate this being a quick two to three day event with an asphalt patch to finish up.

Drivers are urged to find alternate routes while this work is being done. We apologize for any inconvenience but appreciate your patience and cooperation.