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Greensboro
Friday, May 29th, 2026
Good morning, Greensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The First Tee – Triad Race to Ace charity event will be held tomorrow, May 30 at Gillespie Golf Course and offers family fun, golf and support for local youth programs. WFMY
- ➤ Downtown Greensboro’s 4-mile Greenway has just opened and already hosts running and biking events for residents. The trail offers a new space for active recreation in the heart of the city. WFMY
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, May 27, Downtown Greensboro Inc. launched an Emergency Stabilization Fund for small, street-level businesses in the downtown BID to reimburse up to $2,000 for unexpected repair costs, such as vandalism or forced-entry damage, after owners first pay for repairs. Rhino Times
- ➤ A Greensboro business closed and filed for bankruptcy this week, leaving $392,652 owed to 90 creditors including customers + subcontractors + employees. Twanna Davis said she paid for painting work that began in March and now many workers have not received pay. WFMY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Flat Iron, a longtime club offering live music five nights each week, raised $46,000 to keep its doors open and will rely on future ticket sales — owners hope continued patronage will sustain the venue in Greensboro. News & Record
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ JetZero will break ground on its $4.7 billion aerospace manufacturing facility at Piedmont Triad International Airport on June 15 while asking officials to revise its job creation timeline due to state budget delays & maintain plans to create 14,564 jobs that will boost local business. WXII 12
- ➤ Consumer Reports compared the price of 56 grocery items using Walmart as a baseline and found that the same basket can cost over 33% more at some stores. The report advises shoppers to mix trips between discount chains & traditional supermarkets and use loyalty programs to save money. WFMY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Greensboro launched RISE Infill, a redevelopment financing program announced on Tuesday, May 26 to help close financing gaps for owners and developers in older commercial corridors, with private banks partnering alongside city funds for support; participating banks include Towne Bank, First Bank, United Community Bank, and M&F Bank. Rhino Times
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Greensboro mom Cherrie Robinson, a Guilford County Schools employee, became a homeowner after a yearlong process with help from Habitat for Humanity. She now enjoys a stable living space thanks to the nonprofit’s affordable housing support. WFMY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, the Guilford County Sports Hall of Fame revealed its 11 inductees from six sports at First Horizon Coliseum—sponsored by the Greensboro Sports Foundation. The inductees will be honored in a reception and banquet Sept. 14, with tickets available starting June 1. WFMY
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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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OBLOCK Invitational: King of the Trenches
12 PM — Ben L Smith High School — Competitive entry — A unique 5v5 tournament exclusively for offensive and defensive linemen showcasing their skills.
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Your Impact at Work: A CFGG Lunch & Learn
12-1 p.m. — The Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro — Lunch provided — Learn about the impact of local grants and hear from a community partner.
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Darius Rucker Concert
7-10 p.m. — White Oak Amphitheatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of country music with Darius Rucker at a premier venue in Greensboro.
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