Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of May.
Good morning, Greensboro.
Greensboro-based chipmaker Qorvo agreed to nominate Peter Feld — managing member and head of research of Starboard Value LP since April 2011 — as a new board member, marking the latest move driven by activist hedge fund pressure.
Xavier Thomas, 29, and Donte Daniels, 25, were arrested in High Point on Friday at about 2:10 p.m.—officers responded to a home invasion call in which a man was forced inside at gunpoint, recovered two guns and stolen items, and charged the suspects with multiple felonies.
Guilford County commissioners are working with state legislators to change ballot rules so a quarter-cent sales tax hike with clear language committing revenue to school employee wage increases will appear on the primary-election ballot.
Chairman Skip Alston is in talks with Senator Pro Tempore Phil Berger to address legal limits and hopes this approach will finally convince voters after past rejections.
Developers plan four housing projects that will add 264 units and cost over $6 million as part of City Manager Trey Davis' Road to 10,000 plan by 2030 — city council members said they were not fully informed about the developments.
Tens of thousands of Honduran nationals in Greensboro with Temporary Protected Status may lose their safe haven this July—immigration advocates urge affected residents to explore alternative legal pathways if the program is not renewed.
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.
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.
Harmonies and Hues: A Neighborhood Arts Event
12-4 p.m. — Gateway Gardens — Free — Celebrate community creativity with music, art-making, and performances by local artists.
Virtual Tour of Senior Living
9 AM - 7 PM — Morningview at Irving Park — Free entry — Explore award-winning senior living options with a focus on exceptional care and community activities.
USA Pickleball Golden Ticket Series
8 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Greensboro Coliseum — Registration required — Compete on the path to nationals in this exciting pickleball tournament.
World Promenade
1-5 p.m. — Tanger Family Bicentennial Garden — Free entry — Explore diverse vendors and performances in a beautiful garden setting.
Bailazo Tropical with Los Karkik's and More
9 p.m. — ENIGMA GREENSBORO — Tickets available — Experience an exciting evening of tropical music and fun with Los Karkik's.
Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting
5:30-7 p.m. — Lindley Boxing Club — Free entry — Engage with local parks and recreation discussions and connect with community leaders.
The Brown Mountain Lightning Bugs Live Concert
8 PM – 2 AM — Grapes and Grains Tavern — Cost unknown — Enjoy a night of folk and Americana tunes from the talented duo Kendra and Zack Harding.
Nepathya Concert
7:30 PM – 1:30 AM — Piedmont Hall — Ticket price not specified — Enjoy a night of engaging Nepali music with the iconic band Nepathya.
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