Friday, February 14th, 2025

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Good morning, Greensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The East White Oak Community Center in Greensboro continues to serve the community 109 years after originally being established as a school. WFMY
- ➤ Greensboro to celebrate its first historically Black neighborhood, South Benbow Road, being added to the National Register of Historic Places, highlighting the area's influential residents and architecture. WFDD
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Creative Greensboro showcases artwork from 10 local artists on downtown digital kiosks for 10 weeks, each artist receiving a $500 honorarium. YES! Weekly
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dudley High School in Guilford County will conduct classes remotely on Thursday due to a power outage. WFMY
- ➤ A professor at N.C. Agricultural and Technical State University, Leah Barlow, inadvertently sparked the viral 'HillmanTok' movement, promoting educational content from Black creators, after her video for an Intro to African American studies course reached four million views. News & Record
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Greensboro City Manager Nathaniel 'Trey' Davis unveiled the 'Road to 10,000' initiative to create 10,000 new housing units by 2030 to tackle the housing shortage and support community growth. FOX 8
- ➤ North Carolina's legislative session sees a range of bills from digital asset investments and cell-phone-free classrooms to gambling loss tax deductions and banning mass balloon releases, as well as a local police chief appealing for increased staffing. News & Record
TRAVEL NEWS
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Viking Dash Trail Run - Greensboro, NC
The Viking Dash challenges participants with an adventure trail run, featuring unique race medals at Hagan-Stone Park.
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MJ The Musical - A Celebration of Michael Jackson
MJ The Musical explores the life and legacy of Michael Jackson through his iconic hits, promising an engaging experience for fans of the legendary artist.
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MJ: The Musical
Experience the artistry of Michael Jackson in this Tony Award-winning musical at the Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts.
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Nexstar National Dance Competition
The Nexstar Dance Competition is a three-day event showcasing talented dancers from various studios, taking place at the Carolina Theatre of Greensboro.
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Greensboro Regional Tournament
A competitive tournament featuring Division B and C teams under the direction of PK Pradhan and Becky Malin, with a capacity for 30 teams in each division.
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Greensboro Speed Dating Event for Ages 38-52
This speed dating event offers a structured opportunity for singles aged 38 to 52 to meet potential matches in a relaxed and friendly environment.
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Charlotte Hornets and Greensboro Swarm Career Insights Session
The Company Spotlight Series provides Bryan School students with direct industry insights from the Charlotte Hornets and Greensboro Swarm, focusing on sports entertainment career paths and internship opportunities.
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Goodwill Mobile Unit Visit in Greensboro
The Goodwill on the Go mobile unit provides public access to digital services at the Triad Goodwill Store & Donation Center in Greensboro.
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Bryan Cheng with the Greensboro Symphony
The Greensboro Symphony, conducted by Chelsea Tipton, features cellist Bryan Cheng in a performance including Coleridge-Taylor’s Danse Nègre, Elgar’s Cello Concerto, and Brahms' Symphony No. 3.
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2024-2025 NC FIRST Lego League State Championship
The NC FIRST Lego League State Championship showcases innovative robotics competitions for young engineers at Greensboro Day School.
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