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Wednesday, June 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Greensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Greensboro police launched an internal investigation after a video showed officers and Casey's Towing employees in a tense exchange on June 7 at a High Point apartment complex when business owner Anthony Broadway said his driver felt intimidated over a dispute on towing signs — police confirmed no arrests were made and later stepped back after legal advice — and Broadway expressed concern that his team was deeply affected. WFMY
- ➤ Authorities arrested Curtis Tyrone Vanhook, 46, on a charge of first-degree murder in connection with Cathrice Whitsett’s fatal shooting in Greensboro — the case remains under investigation. News & Record
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Guilford County Board of Education approved closing four elementary schools — Madison, Vandalia, Washington, and Southern — to use taxpayer dollars better and realign resources. Madison, Vandalia and Washington will close in the 2026—2027 school year while Southern will close in the 2027—2028 school year, and affected students will move to other schools with families given at least one year to adjust. ABC45
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ North Carolina settled on a 5% car insurance raise that will start on October 1 and canceled the hearing for the previously proposed 23% increase. The settlement also lowers motorcycle liability rates by 16.3% and considers factors like distracted driving and repair costs. ABC45
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Greensboro city leaders unveiled a five-year plan called Peace on Purpose today to curb violence with mental health crisis teams and trained violence interrupters — the plan follows 15 homicides this year and builds on over 25,000 resident pledges to help keep the community safe. WFMY
- ➤ Siembra NC launched its new 4th Amendment Workplaces initiative to help local business owners and immigrant workers learn about Fourth Amendment protections following recent ICE raids. The grassroots campaign provides both in-person and virtual training — with 88 local workplaces already enrolled including restaurants, nightclubs, and farms. WFDD
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UNC Greensboro Spartans athletes celebrated a historic spring season as the women’s basketball team won the regular season title and SoCon Tournament in overtime to earn an NCAA berth while the men’s team recorded 20 wins with two 100-point victories. Other sports such as softball, baseball, golf, tennis, and track produced record-breaking performances and individual honors plus top coaching awards for Trina Patterson and Mike Jones. UNCG
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Adult Game Night
6-9 p.m. — Greensboro Sportsplex — Free — Engage in a fun evening of laser tag, roller skating, and nostalgic playground games for adults.
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Noble Academy Future Ready/Life Skills Camp
This program is open to students in grades 6 - 12. Each week has a different theme so choose accordingly or sign up for them all! This program is open to the public.
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Noble Academy Arts & the Outdoors
This program is open to students in grades 2 - 6. Each week has a different theme so choose accordingly or sign up for them all! This program is open to the public.
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