Good morning, Greensboro.

At a Greensboro City Council meeting on April 1, community leaders and organizers demanded strategic investment in Southeast Greensboro neighborhoods—accusing city leadership of long-term neglect and calling for accountability measures and mixed-income housing to boost local growth. They noted that the failure to address basic needs like quality schools and commercial services has hurt their communities for years.

This week in the Triad offers a busy lineup of free events—Friday features a movie screening of Sing 2 at Bailey Park in Winston-Salem and a 90s glow party at Boxcar Bar in Greensboro, while Saturday brings a family egg hunt at LeBauer Park, karaoke at Grandover Resort, and a dog egg hunt at Griffin Dog Park with additional cultural and skate activities for all ages.

Integrated Power Services opened a new business development center at 1050 Revolution Mill Road in Greensboro — it has hired 10 professionals and plans to add 60 jobs with an average starting salary of $60,000 and commission over the next three years.

The center, which extends the Greenville headquarters, benefits from five On-the-Job Training Grants from GuilfordWorks and support from local partners.

Rudd Farm is using a row cover to trap heat around its strawberries amid a freeze warning; the farmers say the cover will help keep the crop safe—protecting the plants during warm April nights.

Former Rep. Wiley Nickel announced Wednesday he is running for Senate next year to challenge Sen. Thom Tillis.

Nickel—who lost his House seat after redistricting—said he will fight policies he says harm the Constitution and the economy.

Gov. Josh Stein proclaimed April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month during a visit to a Greensboro family justice center—he praised law enforcement and bipartisan legislators for clearing a backlog of 12,000 untested rape kits that led to 2,700 CODIS hits and over 250 arrests while a sexual assault survivor shared her personal experience. He said he hopes a new SBI cold case unit will help solve more cases to keep the community safer.

North Carolina lawmakers postponed a planned vote to ban DEI policies in state agencies when House Speaker Destin Hall moved the vote to Wednesday—just moments before it was set to begin—and dozens of protesters filled the House gallery to show their opposition.

The future ownership of the Castle McCulloch event center remains in limbo—Guilford County Clerk of Superior Court denied the foreclosure request on April 2.

No public auction will take place soon, leaving the property dispute unresolved.

Patrick Rock Live at Marguerite's Coffee House

11:00 PM – 12:30 AM — Marguerite's Coffee House — Check for ticket prices — Enjoy an evening of original music from talented singer-songwriter Patrick Rock.

Carolina Core Brews Fest

2-8 p.m. — COHAB.SPACE — Check local listings for entry fees — Celebrate craft beer culture with local flavors and community vibes.

Repair Café NC

1-5 p.m. — Reconsidered Goods — Free entry — Bring your broken items to learn how to fix them with expert assistance and tools.

Jason Isbell Live Performance

7-9:30 p.m. — Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the profound storytelling and powerful music of Jason Isbell and his band.

Adelitas Way and Red in Greensboro

8 PM – 2 AM — Hangar 1819 — Ticket prices vary — Rock out with GRAMMY-nominated band Red and experience a night of unforgettable music.

Emo Nite Concert

9 PM – 1 AM — Piedmont Hall — Tickets from $21 — Experience a night of nostalgia with emo hits and a vibrant atmosphere.

Speed Dating for Winston Salem Singles Age 24-39

2-4 p.m. — Little Chapel — Enjoy a fun and interactive speed dating experience to find your match.

Mobile Career Center – Fresh Start Initiative

Career center services — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. — 205 S Swing Rd, Greensboro, NC — Free entry — Explore career assessments, resume prep, and skills training at this community-focused initiative.

Greensboro Speed Dating for Singles Age 38-52

6-8 p.m. — Hidden Gate Brewing Company — Ticket required — Experience fast-paced connections with local singles in a fun and safe environment.

Guilford Gifted's Bingo Bash Fundraiser

6-8 p.m. — Cone Health MedCenter Greensboro — Dinner included — Enjoy a fun night of bingo games and prizes while supporting gifted education in Guilford County.