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Thursday, May 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Greensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Coshenda Clark, a Triad mom who gave up her son in 1988 when she was 15, reconnected with him after a 36-year search through 23andMe—he shared his birthday with her—and they plan to spend an upcoming Mother’s Day together as they build a new chapter of family ties. YES! Weekly
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Guilford County Sheriff’s Office warned that scam calls promising to free inmates for a $5,000 Bitcoin payment are fraudulent; Sheriff Danny Rogers said the office will never ask for money and urged residents to call (336-641-3694) if they receive such calls. YES! Weekly
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Jamestown Elementary School has launched a new gardening project after the school received a grant from the N.C. Cooperative Extension — teachers and community partners built raised beds and donated supplies so students learn about plant life cycles and STEM. The project, which involves classes from pre-K to fifth grade and an afterschool garden club, will soon expand to include more community input. YES! Weekly
- ➤ Local historian Shelly Lutzweiler has written a book titled One Land: Three Landmarks that details the untold history of the property that evolved into Guilford Technical Community College, the Iddings House, and a tuberculosis sanitorium — she presented highlights of her research at the May 1 First Thursday History Program at Jamestown Public Library. YES! Weekly
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Greensboro City Council voted on May 6 to oppose House Bill 765—a law that would force cities to allow at least six housing units per acre and remove local zoning controls. Mayor Nancy Vaughan said the bill would harm property values and local growth while officials plan to work for changes in the law. News & Record
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ From May 28 to June 1, Greensboro will host its first major pickleball competition at the Greensboro Special Events Center where about 1,200 players and 2,500 guests are expected; officials say the event will bring over $2 million in economic benefits. The tournament will also serve as a qualifier for the USA Pickleball National Championship — a boost to the city’s growing sports tourism. Rhino Times
- ➤ Defending 4A state champion Greensboro Grimsley will open its season at Bank of America Stadium on Aug. 22 as part of the Keep Pounding High School Football Classic — they will play defending 3A state champion West Charlotte at 8 p.m. The classic also includes an earlier game between Hough and South Pointe at 4 p.m. with tickets priced at $8 each. WXII 12
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Fridays with Tab and Chance Live in Greensboro
7-9 p.m. — Grandover Resort & Spa, A Wyndham Grand Hotel — Cost not specified — It's gonna be a vibe with live music from Tab and Chance.
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