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Greensboro
Wednesday, April 29th, 2026
Good morning, Greensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Greensboro woman said her SUV caught fire on Thursday night when sunlight reflected off shiny rims to heat dry mulch, but a Walmart delivery driver who took a wrong turn called the fire department and firefighters put out the blaze by Friday morning. Rhino Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Childress Vineyards in Davidson County hosted the Freedom 250 Mobile Museum exhibit (a free, interactive look at early American history) that celebrated 250 years of freedom; the display will travel to Denton from June 30 to July 1 and to Summerfield from July 7 to 15. WXII 12
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ City leaders honored resilient small business owners (despite several downtown closures) on Tuesday at The Pyrle; officials said 10 new businesses will open soon to offer alternative shopping and dining options. ABC45
- ➤ Drivers in the Triad now face gas prices surpassing $4 a gallon since March 1 due to global oil market shifts and tensions in Iran; local stations offer rewards programs to help families save a few cents per fill using apps at outlets like Harris Teeter and Shell. WXII 12
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Triad student Noah Dietz, a sophomore at NC School of the Arts, will perform at Carnegie Hall in New York. His performance will showcase local talent — a milestone for Greensboro’s vibrant arts community. WFMY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Guilford County Sheriff’s Office will host a free four-week Senior Academy to teach seniors and caregivers how to spot scams. The sessions will run in May, starting Tuesday, May 5 (10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.) at Mount Zion Baptist Church, 1301 Alamance Church Road. Rhino Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Triad doctor has published a book that gives parents practical advice on improving a child's health. The book offers realistic tips for families looking for simple, effective guidance. WFMY
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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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Moonlight Bootlegger 5K
8 PM — Hagan-Stone Park — Awards for top finishers — Experience a unique night trail race under the stars.
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Arnez J Live Comedy
7-10 p.m. — Comedy Zone — Ticket prices vary — Experience the hilarious Arnez J with his infectious energy and comedic storytelling.
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Family Storytime at Glenwood Branch Library
10:30-11:15 a.m. — Glenwood Library — Free entry — Enjoy family-friendly stories, rhymes, and songs in an interactive session promoting early literacy skills.
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Biohazard On Tour
6:30-8 p.m. — Piedmont Hall — Tickets from $62 — Experience the electrifying live performance of Sepultura in Greensboro, NC.
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A Night With David Lee Roth
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary voice of Van Halen live in an electrifying performance.
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IE Beast of the East Basketball Tournament
8 AM – 12 PM — First Horizon Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Watch exciting basketball action at the annual tournament in Greensboro.
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John Legend Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening with the iconic EGOT-winning artist John Legend.
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Paperhand Puppet Intervention Performance
7:30 p.m. — Salem Square — Free entry — Experience a captivating night of music and puppetry from the Paperhand Puppet Intervention.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Albert Einstein
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