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Greensboro
Sunday, May 17th, 2026
Good morning, Greensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Greensboro Parks and Recreation Department held a ribbon cutting at Cairn's Course Saturday morning to celebrate the new downtown greenway. The 4-mile loop connects neighborhoods to public art, wellness and open green spaces and featured live music, circus performers and food trucks for families. WXII 12
- ➤ The city of Greensboro opened its new 4-mile downtown greenway (after 25 years of planning) to offer a dedicated route for walking and biking in key parts of the city. Residents can now enjoy a scenic outdoor avenue that links important downtown areas. WFMY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Protesters gathered in Greensboro today to oppose a Supreme Court decision that they say may restrict voting rights, and Tanneshia Dukes warned the ruling could lead to unfair redistricting and disenfranchise Black voters. News & Record
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Guilford EMS has received approval to use whole blood in the field to treat select trauma patients — specially trained paramedics will administer the life-saving treatment on scene, expanding emergency care in the community. News & Record
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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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"Weird Al" Yankovic: Bigger & Weirder Tour
8:00 – 9:30 PM — First Horizon Coliseum — Ticket purchase required — Experience the hilarious musical parodies of "Weird Al" Yankovic live in Greensboro.
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Hooliganz Car Show at Bon-Bon Wings & Grill
11 AM – 2 PM — Bon-Bon Wings & Grill — Free entry — Enter the world of automotive passion with car enthusiasts and enjoy a community-centric car cruise.
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Greensboro Rockstar Connect Networking Event
6-8 p.m. — The Upper Deck Kitchen & Cocktails — Free entry — Connect with locals over laughs and stories to build your community.
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Game Day at Angelina's
1-3 p.m. — Angelinas Teas — Free entry — Enjoy a gathering of tea, games, and geek culture.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The only way out is through.
~ Robert Frost
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