Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of May.
Good morning, Greensboro.
UNCG will honor nearly 3,000 graduates in two commencement ceremonies on May 7 and May 8 (with undergraduates at First Horizon Coliseum) including 2,030 undergraduates, 704 master's students, and 79 doctoral candidates.
Keynote speeches, a tassel turning, and a bell ringing will mark the milestone as graduates step toward career readiness.
Rudd Farm is facing unseasonably dry conditions from a statewide drought and is making adjustments to ensure its fresh produce and strawberries continue to thrive.
The farm remains determined despite the challenge.
Mayor Marikay Abuzuaiter paid tribute to Sergeant Dale Nix during the North Carolina Department of Transportation ceremony on May 4 when a bridge was named in his honor.
On Monday, May 4, crews repaired an eight-inch water main break that closed both eastbound lanes on West Friendly Avenue between Rodman Road and Idlewild Avenue, leaving about 20 customers without water until the repair was completed by 4 p.m. Monday.
Consumer Reports has released a guide to help Greensboro residents extend the life of their kitchen appliances by cleaning filters, wiping spills, and vacuuming fridge coils (steps to avoid costly repairs).
The former Dame’s Chicken & Waffles building is listed for sale in Greensboro.
Interested buyers may contact the listing agent for details soon.
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.
Biohazard On Tour
6:30-8 p.m. — Piedmont Hall — Tickets from $62 — Experience the electrifying live performance of Sepultura in Greensboro, NC.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Drink and Draw at Hemphill
6-8 p.m. — Hemphill Branch Library — Free — Gather with fellow artists for an evening of creativity and conversation over tea and coffee.
Art&Craft Pop-Up Show
8 AM-6 PM — Barber Park — Free admission — Dive into creativity with unique handmade art and crafts at this pop-up show.
Los Tigres del Norte Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — VIP package buyers will receive important show details via email — Experience the legendary sounds of Los Tigres del Norte live in Greensboro.
Nate Bargatze Live
7-10 p.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — Ticket information available — Enjoy a night of clean and relatable comedy from the beloved stand-up comedian Nate Bargatze.
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