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Greensboro
Wednesday, January 14th, 2026
Good morning, Greensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ JetZero raised $175 million in its Series B round, pushing total funding past $1 billion for its Greensboro production plant and headquarters. News & Record
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Kimberly Petersen, Ph.D., was named permanent dean of Lloyd International Honors College after serving as interim since August 2025—she will assume her role on Feb. 1 to lead undergraduate research and teaching at UNCG. UNCG
- ➤ Attorneys Jon Wall and Theodora Vaporis explained Ask a Lawyer Day to help locals access free legal guidance on WFMY News 2; details include event procedures and available services. WFMY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ NC Department of Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey warns Greensboro homeowners not to pay roofers the full fee upfront + to review payment terms before starting repairs, helping protect their investments. WFMY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fred Whitfield and Muggsy Bogues will speak at the Greensboro Sports Council’s 2026 Fred Barakat Sports Dinner on May 11 at First Horizon Coliseum, with proceeds benefiting the Learn to Swim Program that teaches Guilford County students water safety. YES! Weekly
- ➤ Freshman D-I recruit Aliyah Settle (averaging 17.8 points, 6.3 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 2.5 steals and 1.7 blocks) leads the Northern Guilford Nighthawks with an 11-4 record while answering spotlight questions about her season. Her performance shows promising local talent. News & Record
- ➤ High Point Central announced that its varsity football program will pause for one year after an 0-10 season to rebuild the team. The school plans to increase player participation before restarting the program next season. WFMY
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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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Super Bowl Watch Party
5:30 PM - 12 AM — THE GRAND GSO — Free entry — Chill with friends and enjoy big game vibes with live DJ entertainment.
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Little Explorers: Shape and Hue Crew
10:30-11:15 a.m. — Benjamin Public Library — Free entry — Engage in STEM and art activities focused on shapes and colors for preschoolers.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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