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Greensboro
Friday, January 16th, 2026
Good morning, Greensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, Jan. 11, Providence Baptist Church celebrated Pastor Aaron's 10th anniversary with guest sermons plus fellowship that honored his decade of leadership and the church's 160th anniversary. The event highlighted community programs and marked a milestone for the historic congregation. Carolina Peacemaker
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The local school board approved almost $6 million in bond funds for Grimsley baseball stadium to give baseball and softball teams a unified home, as they had been practicing at various sites such as First National Bank Field. News & Record
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ NC DOT reported that two lanes on I-40 east are closed today (Mile Marker 220 near Randleman Road) and two DOT trucks are on scene. WFMY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Greensboro physician Dr. Veita Bland explains that simple daily movements like walking, gardening, and housework build muscle and support stable metabolism. He recommends a routine with strength training and natural light—advice he shares on his Wednesday 5:30 p.m. radio show. Carolina Peacemaker
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Residents at the Bingham Park apartment complex have offered feedback on proposals for new townhomes despite the park having been closed two years ago when toxic soil failed EPA standards (raising concerns about future development safety). WFMY
- ➤ The City of Greensboro held a ribbon-cutting ceremony today at new townhomes in Bingham Park that offer more than 1,600 sqft with three bedrooms and 2.5 baths. Officials said the development marks an exciting step in local real estate. WFMY
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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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Winter Jam 2026
6 PM — First Horizon Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Experience an inspiring night of music with Matthew West and other talented artists.
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The R&B Lovers Tour
7-10 p.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — Ticket costs vary — Experience an unforgettable night with R&B legends Keith Sweat, Joe, Dru Hill, and Ginuwine.
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