Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of May.
Good morning, Greensboro.
Greensboro police warned drivers of a traffic advisory on North Elm Street after crews shifted southbound traffic from East Lindsay Street to Bellemeade Street due to a water main cave-in Tuesday morning — workers remained on-site and planned to complete repairs by 4 p.m.
UNC Greensboro honored four faculty at its annual teaching awards ceremony, recognizing Dr. Jonathan Zarecki, Dan Hale, Spencer Russell, and Dr. Kimberly Petersen for creative approaches that help students connect lessons to their everyday lives — inspiring success in history, animation, chemistry, and research. The awards highlighted each professor’s innovative methods and commitment to making learning both accessible and engaging.
NC A&T State University in Greensboro hosted over 40 North Carolina Department of Transportation leaders who toured a driving simulator from a 2023 pilot program—showing self-driving car research.
Researchers will continue to study autonomous vehicles to help people with disabilities and boost transit in rural areas—guiding future transportation solutions.
Law enforcement in Guilford County will gather today to remember fallen heroes.
WXII 12 News will live stream the memorial around 11 a.m. — the event honors officers who gave their lives.
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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