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Greensboro
Saturday, May 9th, 2026
Good morning, Greensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local Triad business owners are planning special promotions ahead of graduation celebrations and Mother's Day shopping this weekend. They expect the seasonal boost & increased local spending to drive growth and support the community. WFMY
- ➤ USDA said production is paused at Neese's Sausage in Greensboro amid a regulatory review. It remains unclear when operations will resume. WFMY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, Toyota & other employers joined Guilford Technical Community College in celebrating the graduation of the second class from the North Carolina Federation of Advanced Manufacturing Education's First-In-Flight chapter. The two-year course offers hands-on training to prepare students for manufacturing careers. WXII 12
- ➤ Canvas is back up after a major cyberattack that exposed student data, affecting at least six local school systems. Cybersecurity expert Eric Bordeau (from IT management firm Logically) urges parents to remind students to use unique passwords, two-factor authentication, and to share only necessary information online. WXII 12
- ➤ UNCG hosted its graduation where nearly 3,000 students received undergraduate degrees as the fire marshal closed the coliseum doors to manage the large crowd. Campus officials said the safety measure kept the event secure. News & Record
- ➤ North Carolina A&T will soon graduate its first class of Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) students this spring to help ease healthcare shortages in underserved local communities. The 15-student program began in Aug. 2024 and has maintained a 100% retention rate. ABC45
- ➤ Two of three NC quiz bowl teams in NAQT's Middle School National Championship Tournament are from Greensboro, showing the city's strong academic spirit. The teams will compete against peers from across the state. News & Record
- ➤ UNC Greensboro students share practical advice on landing jobs ahead of graduation, offering clear tips on resume building and networking+ interview strategies to help peers secure local career opportunities. WFMY
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Parents in Greensboro are urged to protect their child’s financial identity by freezing credit with Experian, Equifax + Trans Union after a recent hack of the Canvas software. The free process requires a government-issued ID, a utility bill, and the child’s vital documents. WFMY
- ➤ James Lee from the Identity Theft Resource Center advises parents to freeze their children’s credit to protect against identity theft. He explains that this measure can help shield personal information from misuse. WFMY
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Career Fair & Networking Event
10 AM – 4 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Greensboro — Free entry — Connect with top employers and professionals to unlock new career opportunities.
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~ Salvador Dali
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