Daily
Greensboro
Wednesday, January 7th, 2026
Good morning, Greensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ WFMY News 2 reports that a Greensboro woman faced issues buying an Amtrak ticket — raising concerns about a potential scam targeting local travelers. WFMY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UNCG’s School of Education is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its IDEAS program. Alumnus Mark Lineberger — who helped develop the curriculum in the late 1990s — now works as a freelance interpreter in courtrooms, doctor’s offices and press conferences. UNCG
- ➤ Southeast Guilford High School unveiled its new Signature Career Academy Tuesday for advanced manufacturing students with $2.1 million raised and local sponsors backing the effort (completion is expected later this fall). ABC45
- ➤ Assistant professor Kerui Wu at UNCG received an NCInnovation grant and will advance his work on targeting anti-inflammatory drugs to immune cells (macrophages) to reduce side effects for patients. UNCG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ WFMY News 2 explains the fees for filing a small claims case so Greensboro residents can understand their legal costs. The report covers filing and service fees in detail. WFMY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A local veterinarian from Oakes Animal Hospital advises new pet owners who received pets as Christmas gifts to vaccinate against diseases, provide a warm home, and avoid prolonged confinement in small boxes. He recommends booster shots around four months of age for puppies and kittens. WXII 12
- ➤ Health officials confirmed the first animal rabies case of 2026 when a cat on Apple Wyrick Road in Gibsonville tested positive on Jan. 5; pet owners are reminded (by law) to vaccinate domestic pets and supervise them outdoors. ABC45
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A local developer bought a parcel of land for affordable housing+ part of the ongoing Road to 10,000 effort. More details on building plans are expected soon. WFMY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Dudley's team won 63-27 over Smith today as Janiah Terry scored 14 points — 8 in a 15-0 run — and Jalyn Taylor led with 22 points in the game. News & Record
- ➤ The Dudley Lady Panthers defeated Smith 63-27 on Tuesday, Jan. 6 at home (building a 15-0 lead early) and coach Frank McNeil credited the team’s strength in numbers for the win. News & Record
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Greensboro Speed Dating for Singles Age 38-52
7-9 p.m. — Hidden Gate Brewing Company — Ticket required — Meet potential matches in a lively, safe environment with quick pre-dates to find your spark.
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Barry Manilow Live Concert
7-10 p.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — Tickets available — Experience an unforgettable night of Barry Manilow's classic hits.
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Mercer Bears vs. UNC Greensboro Spartans Basketball
4-6 p.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Catch the exciting NCAA basketball matchup between Mercer and UNC Greensboro.
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Matt Pless Performance
7:30 p.m. — Flat Iron — Get Ticket — Enjoy the brilliantly lyrical and catchy tunes of Matt Pless, one of today's most underrated songwriters.
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William Nesmith: GSOngfest
12-4 p.m. — Oden Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy an afternoon of original piano music from the talented William Nesmith.
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Storytime for Preschoolers at Glenn McNairy Branch
10:00-10:30 a.m. — Glenn McNairy Branch Library — Free entry — Explore fun stories and songs themed around getting dressed with Ms. Kelly.
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Ringling Bros B&B Circus
7 PM – 12 AM — First Horizon Coliseum — Tickets required — Experience a non-stop celebration of jaw-dropping acts at the all-new Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® Circus.
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Fox Stevenson Concert
6-9 p.m. — Hangar 1819 — Ticket info not specified — Check out Fox Stevenson's genre-defying performance in Greensboro.
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~ Jimi Hendrix
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