Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of February.
Good morning, Greensboro.
Greensboro Urban Ministry is handing out bagged meals to those in need after a historic snowstorm.
The ministry will serve meals at Potters House + White Flag Warming Centers on Sunday.
A couple who has run a local Hallmark store for 33 years will close the shop soon.
Owner Liz Vanderveer said working on the sales floor with customers was her favorite part.
UNCG is hosting a series of Black History Month celebrations that include a kickoff event today at the EUC Cone Ballroom from 5 to 7 p.m.+ talent shows on Feb.
11 and Feb. 13 and a basketball game with trivia on Feb. 12.
At its annual retreat on Jan.
31, the Guilford County Board of Commissioners heard Ted Abernathy from Economic Leadership LLC stress the need for coordinated workforce and housing plans as local growth depends on attracting new residents. He warned future progress will require planning (and energy moves) to stay competitive.
Crews have plowed Priority 1 roads and cleared about 80 percent of snow and ice after a historic weekend snowfall, but trash and recycling collection scheduled for today has been postponed while crews continue treating remaining icy sections on Priority 2 roads.
County Tax Director Ben Chavis said new reappraisal notices for 220,000 properties will be mailed around Valentine’s Day for the 2026 countywide revaluation.
Residential values (65% of the tax base) are expected to increase by 40 to 45 percent, and property owners may appeal until May 15.
Fox Stevenson Concert
6-9 p.m. — Hangar 1819 — Ticket info not specified — Check out Fox Stevenson's genre-defying performance in Greensboro.
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.
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.
Winter Jam 2026
6 PM — First Horizon Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Experience an inspiring night of music with Matthew West and other talented artists.
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.
Adult Game Time
10 a.m.-12 p.m. — Lindley Boxing Club — Free — Grab your friends for a fun-filled day of card, board, video, and tabletop games.
Family Storytime at the Benjamin Branch
6:15-7:00 p.m. — Benjamin Public Library — Free — Explore the wonders of African animals through stories, songs, and interactive learning.
African American Book Discussion Group
2-3 p.m. — Benjamin Public Library — Free — Engage in lively discussions about 'Wild Women and the Blues' by Denny Bryce and explore African American literature.
Aprés Gel-X® Certification Class
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — 211 Studio — $— Unlock the mastery of Gel-X® and gain certification with expert guidance.
New Edition Concert
8-10 p.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary New Edition and their dazzling performance that has captivated fans for over 30 years.
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