Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of April.
Good morning, Greensboro.
The High Point Market will open on April 26 and may have fewer visitors from abroad because of a 90-day pause on most tariffs.
CEO Tammy Covington said the 100-year-old event— which brings thousands of visitors and billions for the Triad— hopes to adjust as sellers plan their next moves amid trade talks.
Tony Brown, a native of Walkertown and four-time Grammy winner, was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
He recalled his gospel roots—singing in church with his family—stressing that his humble beginnings helped shape his legendary career.
Spruce Pine is a small mountain town that supplies most high-purity quartz used in computer chip production, making it a key resource in the US trade war with China.
Production and shipments will ramp up after Sibelco restarted operations following Hurricane Helene & China claimed quartz deposits on April 10th.
Two international students at UNCG had their education visas revoked on Wednesday—raising campus concerns about access to education as officials have yet to confirm if they are still enrolled.
University representatives are investigating the situation while noting that similar visa revocations have affected students in at least 24 states.
Allison Stockweather is JSNN’s new Director of Research Operations and Environmental Health and Safety—she brings over 25 years of experience and now trains students, faculty, and staff to follow lab safety protocols and maintain equipment to prevent injuries.
The North Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking public input on a proposed highway that would link Greensboro and Fayetteville—this new route is designed to shorten the nearly two-hour drive by connecting key manufacturing hubs, and the survey is open until May 2.
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.
Jurassic Quest
12-7 p.m. — Greensboro Complex — Ticketed event — Experience life-size dinosaurs and unforgettable walking dinosaur rides in Greensboro.
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