Good morning, Greensboro.

Christopher Hammonds died on May 2nd when a vehicle driven by Robert Lynn Faison Jr ran off US 29 while he and his fiancée changed a flat tire—his fiancée suffered life-threatening injuries—and family members remember him as a glow stick whose spirit urged caution; Faison faces charges for driving while impaired.

Alumna Chloe Siegel ’24 will deliver her commencement speech at UNCG’s Lloyd International Honors College this spring to encourage students to appreciate each moment—she will highlight her local campaign work and decision to pursue political science while looking forward to further studies in London. She is excited to celebrate with friends during Commencement weekend.

Guilford County is hosting two community mental health resource fairs in May to connect residents with local support services.

The first fair will be held at First Presbyterian Church in High Point on May 17 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and the second at the County Behavioral Health Center in Greensboro on May 30 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. (the county is also preparing two new recovery centers to offer long-term care).

North Carolina's fallen officers and their families were honored Tuesday at the 40th Peace Officers’ Memorial Day ceremony.

Eight officers were recognized for their sacrifices in 2024 — Greensboro Police Officer Michael Horan was shot and killed two days before Christmas while responding to a call about an armed man at a grocery store — and four others lost their lives in an April ambush in Charlotte.

Greensboro city leaders announced plans to improve East Vandalia Road by widening the two-lane road to three lanes with added sidewalks, bike lanes, and curbs to make travel safer for cars, bikes, and pedestrians.

The project, delayed by design reviews and flood map changes, will begin construction in 2027 and be completed in 2028 — officials ask residents to remain patient as work progresses.

On May 6, 2025, Attorney General Jeff Jackson and the North Carolina Justice Academy held the 40th Peace Officers’ Memorial Day Ceremony in Raleigh to honor officers who died in the line of duty — including Greensboro Police Department’s Michael Horan—and their families, while guest speaker Russ Ferguson highlighted their sacrifice.

Guilford County Public Health and Greensboro are partnering to host an International Harm Reduction Day resource fair at Next Door Beer Bar and Bottle Shop today at 4:30 p.m.—the event will provide Naloxone training and information on overdose prevention and sexual health resources.

A new $62 million development called Carroll at Parkside is planned for downtown Greensboro.

It will offer hundreds of new rooms and apartments + the city's first rooftop bar and restaurant.

Professional hockey returns to Greensboro as the Greensboro Gargoyles—a new ECHL team affiliated with the Carolina Hurricanes and Chicago Wolves—will begin their inaugural season on October 18 at the First Horizon Coliseum.

TowneBank Beach Music featuring The Entertainers

6-9 p.m. — First National Bank Field — Free entry — Experience the classic Carolina beach sound and enjoy a night of live music and dancing.

Race to Ace Charity Event

12-3 p.m. — Gillespie Golf Course — Free admission — Enjoy a family-friendly day of golfing fun, bounce houses, food, and a thrilling shootout for prizes.

El Blachy Live

9 PM - 3 AM — Cone Denim Entertainment Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the Dominican star El Blachy live for the first time in the Carolinas.

Greensboro Startup Week

Startup Week brings founders and VCs from around the state to Greensboro for four days of free sessions, entrepreneurial training, networking, and lessons from entrepreneurs who've raised millions of dollars. Come learn how to start the Triad's next billion dollar company!

Greensboro Startup Week

Startup Week brings founders and VCs from around the state to Greensboro for four days of free sessions, entrepreneurial training, networking, and lessons from entrepreneurs who've raised millions of dollars. Come learn how to start the Triad's next billion dollar company!

North Carolina Trade Show Luncheon

Noon - 2 p.m. — Sheraton Greensboro at Four Seasons — Cost based on organization membership — Connect with industry professionals in the Multifamily Affordable Housing Management business.

Two-Year-Old Open House

Greensboro Day School invites families to explore its premier two-year-old preschool program at an upcoming Open House. Attendees will meet expert teachers who nurture the school’s youngest Bengals through a rich academic experience grounded in discovery, play, and joyful learning.

Cake Tasting Tour with Audretta's 411

3-8 p.m. — Four Seasons Town Centre — Ticket prices vary — Indulge in a delightful journey tasting cakes across five locations in Greensboro.

GTS Gift & Jewelry Show

May 16-18 — Greensboro Coliseum Complex — Check event website for costs — Explore the top trade show for high-quality jewelry, apparel, and seaside gifts in a professional atmosphere.

Geeksboro Market

10 AM – 12 PM — Dragon's Hoard — Free entry — Celebrate creativity with local fans, artists, crafters, and vendors at this vibrant community market.

Abigail's Singer-Songwriter Series

7:30 p.m. — Flat Iron — $12 / Day Of: $15 — Experience a night of soulful performances with Abigail Dowd and featured artists.

UniverSoul Circus

7:00-8:30 p.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Experience a fresh and bold combination of interactive circus arts, theater, and music.