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Greensboro
Wednesday, March 18th, 2026
Good morning, Greensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Servant Center will open a renovated facility soon to house up to 43 homeless and disabled veterans (non-housing staff begin reporting on March 23 and veterans move in on March 30) in Greensboro. ABC45
- ➤ Residents in Greensboro experienced power outages as Duke Energy crews worked on underground repairs plus the number affected dropped from 460 to 110 along Forest Valley Road. Fire officials confirmed an unusual bright orange glow did not signal an active fire after neighbors noted the light. WFMY
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Consumer Reports shows how digital coupons combined with store rewards can lower grocery costs by offering deals like saving on ice cream prices. Shoppers in Greensboro can use in-store kiosks or download store apps to tap similar discounts. WFMY
- ➤ Greensboro released its Economic Year in Review for 2025, which reported the city recorded over $4.74 billion in capital investments last year (showing robust local economic growth). WFMY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ More law enforcement will patrol Greensboro roads from March 16-22 as part of the statewide Booze It & Lose It campaign aimed at reducing impaired driving during local St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, with the N.C. Governor’s Highway Safety Program urging drivers to plan for a sober ride home. WXII 12
- ➤ Guilford County property owners appealed newly assessed tax values, with nearly 5,000 calls by Tuesday, March 17, as part of an informal review before the formal hearings begin on April 14 (2.6%). Rhino Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Deputy Rajinique Austin has kept a steady work routine at the Guilford County courthouse despite battling stage 5 kidney failure for two years; she hopes an O or B type donor will soon help her return to normal life. WXII 12
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bob Henson from UNCG said no one has ever picked a perfect March Madness bracket—with odds of 1 in 9.2 quintillion—as games begin Thursday and First Four matchups start Tuesday. Experts urge locals to keep betting fun by only wagering what they can afford to lose. WXII 12
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ETSU Buccaneers vs. UNCG Spartans Baseball
2-3 p.m. — UNCG Baseball Stadium — Tickets available — Experience thrilling NCAA baseball action as the Spartans take on the Buccaneers.
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Mimosa Tasting Experience
11 AM – 1 PM — Summerfield Farms — Ticket sales end March 19th — Savor a flight of mimosas paired with brunch-inspired bites for a bubbly upgrade on brunch.
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Infinity Song Concert
8-11 p.m. — ZIGGY'S Greensboro — Ticket required — Experience the exceptional vocal harmonies and heartfelt songwriting of the four-sibling band Infinity Song.
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Harlem Globetrotters Show
3-4 p.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — Price varies — Watch the iconic Harlem Globetrotters break barriers and entertain on their legendary 100 Year Tour.
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YMCA National Short Course Swimming Championships
2:30-6:30 p.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — Check event website for ticket info — Witness top swimmers compete at the 2026 YMCA Swimming Nationals.
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Mercer Bears at UNC Greensboro Spartans Baseball
2-3 p.m. — UNCG Baseball Stadium — Ticketed event — Experience the excitement of college baseball as the Mercer Bears face off against the UNC Greensboro Spartans.
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Easter Movie EGGstravaganza
6-10 p.m. — Summerfield Farms — Ticket info applies — Enjoy an Easter egg hunt and watch a movie under the stars with family-friendly activities.
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Charlie Mac Comedy Show
7-11 p.m. — Comedy Zone — Ticket information available — Experience the hilarious storytelling of Austin-based entertainer Charlie Mac, known for his viral comedic work and accolades.
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He Is Legend Live Concert
6-8:30 p.m. — Hangar 1819 — Tickets start at $95 — Experience an unforgettable live performance by He Is Legend in Greensboro.
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Romeo Santos and Prince Royce Concert
7-10 p.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — Tickets available — Experience an unforgettable night of Latin music with two bachata superstars.
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