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Greensboro
Wednesday, April 15th, 2026
Good morning, Greensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ More than 1,000 cars attended WFMY News 2 Shred on Monday, April 13 & local partners including ALLwaysShred and AARP provided free shredding services to help residents secure personal documents and prevent identity theft. WFMY
- ➤ Greensboro Farmers Curb Market shifted its midweek hours from Wednesday mornings to Tuesday afternoons from 4 to 7 p.m. at 501 Yanceyville St. starting April 14, and its opening day featured over 40 vendors, music, a shopping bag giveaway, and food demos + community events. ABC45
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Dear Dad's Downtown in Greensboro is now in a soft opening at 219-A South Elm Street with an all-day menu serving American and Mexican-inspired dishes, while the grand opening with a ribbon-cutting at noon on Thursday, Apr. 23 will offer live music, giveaways, and a membership discount for local residents and workers. WFMY
- ➤ Lumé Beauty Nail Salon and Spa has opened in Greensboro following an entrepreneur’s setback + the salon offers a one-stop shop for nails, pedicures, and facials. News & Record
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Twenty-three UNCG staffers, alumni and faculty were honored by Triad Business Journal on its 40 Under 40 and Outstanding Women in Business lists, highlighting the school’s widespread impact across the region — two new campus centers will open this Fall to boost creative practice and art appreciation. UNCG
- ➤ UNCG celebrated undergraduate research winners and faculty mentors at the Expo held at Cone Ballroom on April 7, 2026. Dr. Jennifer Toller Erausquin (tenured) and Dr. Eric Drollette (tenure-track) received awards as students presented projects in seven categories. UNCG
- ➤ Greensboro Mayor Marikay Abuzuaiter announced the second annual STEMFest — scheduled for Saturday, May 23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Novant Fieldhouse — to offer local families hands-on STEM learning experiences. WFMY
- ➤ Today, teachers rallied outside Triad school board meetings in Greensboro as Guilford County board members sent a school budget proposal to county commissioners and WS/FCS tabled its budget discussion—stirring local debates over education funding. WFMY
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local business owners say the ongoing drought and high temperatures are straining operations across the Triad, including Greensboro. WFMY News 2 interviews show that water shortages may worsen pressures on businesses in the coming days. WFMY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Guilford County is hosting its annual Mental Health Resource Fair on Saturday, May 2 from noon to 4 p.m. at 925 Third St. in Greensboro alongside Alexander Youth Network (now in its fifth year, the event will offer mental wellness resources, games, music, and food trucks in a relaxed setting). Rhino Times
- ➤ Scammers can steal personal information from your prescription bottle sticker, so experts advise residents to check medication labels closely + secure their details to prevent medical identity theft. WFMY
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Greensboro Gargoyles vs. Norfolk Admirals
10:30 a.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — Check local listings — Enjoy a thrilling hockey match as the Greensboro Gargoyles take on the Norfolk Admirals.
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House of Heavy
8 PM – 2 AM — Hangar 1819 — Tickets required — Experience cathartic beats and electrifying energy at Greensboro's ultimate sound therapy event.
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Africa UnPlugged at the Strange Fruit Music Festival
12:30-6:00 p.m. — Back Table — Ages 21+ — Enjoy a vibrant performance by Africa UnPlugged during the Soul Stroll festival.
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Norfolk Admirals vs. Greensboro Gargoyles
3-5 p.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — Family-friendly — Sunday hockey tradition with giveaways and fun for all ages.
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Kimberly Akimbo
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts — Cost varies — Experience the unique story of Kimberly Akimbo live in Greensboro.
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Stars On Ice Tour
7-10 p.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — Exciting performances from America's skating superstars fresh off their World Championship successes.
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2026 NC AAU Gymnastics State Championship
9 AM – 12 AM — Greensboro Complex — Check website for ticket pricing — Compete and cheer on athletes at the state's premier gymnastics event.
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Owls Roost Rumble Trail Race
7:30 AM – 11:00 PM — Bur-Mil Park — Cost varies — Experience the thrill of a half marathon or a 4-mile run amidst beautiful Greensboro trails.
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DIZGO Live at Ziggy's Greensboro
9 PM - 12 AM — Ziggy's Greensboro — Ticket prices vary — Experience an energetic performance from DIZGO, featuring a unique sound born from childhood jam sessions.
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VMI Keydets vs. UNC Greensboro Spartans Baseball
2-3 p.m. — UNCG Baseball Stadium — Tickets available — Feel the thrill as the Spartans take on the Keydets in an exciting baseball showdown.
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