Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of March.
Good morning, Greensboro.
On Feb. 28, former and current members of Boy Scout Troop 68 gathered at Jamestown Presbyterian Church’s family life center for a 50-year reunion where they shared stories, participated in a knot-tying contest, and discussed plans for future troop growth.
Events in the Triad from March 18-24 include free exhibits (MUSE in Winston-Salem), live music (Winston-Salem, Jamestown, Kernersville), art mixers (High Point), and karaoke (Grandover Resort in Greensboro) with some featuring nominal fees.
Buc-ee's will open its anticipated Mebane store in Quarter Four of 2027 with 120 gas pumps, 600 parking spots and 75,000 sqft of space — creating 200-300 full-time and 100 part-time jobs.
A new 128,000 sqft Target is under development on Trollingwood-Hawfields Road as part of a mixed-use project.
Chris Lutzweiler of The Rustic Factory in Jamestown repurposes antique industrial parts into unique, heavy furniture pieces.
He sources materials from local auctions and uses glass blasting to restore machinery for one-of-a-kind tables, desks, and chandeliers (expert craftsmanship meets American history).
Crisis Control Ministry and UNC School of the Arts will host the Music for Food benefit concert on Mar.
29 in Greensboro, bringing local artists together to support food programs. Their partnership, which began in 2020, continues a tradition of uniting music and meals for community members.
UNCG students sampled over 350 matcha smoothies at a teaching kitchen hosted by Spartan Dining on Feb.
18; alumna Anna Sullivan of Littlefoot Matcha led the session to show students a healthier caffeine option.
Guilford County deputy Rajinique Austin is managing treatment for Stage 5 kidney failure while balancing work with doctor appointments; coworkers credit her resilience during this challenging time.
The University of North Carolina Greensboro will hold a Tuesday press conference — on its campus — to announce its new men's basketball coach.
High Point fans have traveled thousands of miles to back the Panthers as they play Wisconsin in the NCAA Tournament first round today in Portland.
More than 200 HPU students have boarded buses to fly to Portland for the NCAA tournament first round game against the Wisconsin Badgers at Moda Center later today.
The university is hosting a campus watch party at Slane Student Center for others to cheer on the Panthers.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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