Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of June.
Good morning, Greensboro.
Members of the new F.R.E.E.
Guilford group demanded that Greensboro police fire Officer Braden Walker McDaniel—shown on video on May 14 threatening to shoot a Black passenger during a traffic stop—and end practices they say target Black residents, meeting at Prestige Barber College on June 4.
Guilford College and Piedmont Land Conservancy formed a conservation partnership to preserve 120 acres of Guilford Woods in Greensboro— a forest known for its rich history with Native Americans, Revolutionary War soldiers, and freedom seekers on the Underground Railroad— and its diverse wildlife.
Officials warn that scam text messages falsely claiming to be from the North Carolina DMV are circulating and misleading residents into paying fees or outstanding tickets.
DMV representatives urge residents to delete such messages—reporting them as spam to avoid further issues.
Free health screenings for men will be offered in Greensboro this Saturday when AWOL Outreach and Legends of the Song Inc. host the event It’s Better to Know.
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.
Greensboro Symphony Orchestra Concert
3:00 – 4:30 p.m. — Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an afternoon of orchestral music in a premier venue.
Rock 101 Camp
9 AM – 2 PM — School of Rock Greensboro — No cost info provided — Beginners aged 7-12 can discover their musical talents through fun activities and end with a concert.
Chris Stapleton Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of Chris Stapleton live on stage.
Marc Martel: One Vision of Queen
8:00–9:30 p.m. — Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the unforgettable music of Queen performed by the incredible Marc Martel.
Open House at 1420 Burnetts Chapel Rd
5-7 p.m. — 1420 Burnetts Chapel Rd — $795,000 — Explore a beautifully designed home featuring solar panels and serene grounds with fruit trees.
1st to 3rd Grade Info Session
Join Greensboro Montessori School for a glimpse of what happens in their multiage classrooms for first, second, and third grade students. Experience firsthand how a Montessori education prepares elementary students for confidence and success as they grow.
1st to 3rd Grade Info Session
Join Greensboro Montessori School for a glimpse of what happens in their multiage classrooms for first, second, and third grade students. Experience firsthand how a Montessori education prepares elementary students for confidence and success as they grow.
Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp
June 24-26 — Greensboro Sportsplex — $97 for observing coaches — Enhance your basketball skills with high-intensity drills and expert coaching.
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