Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of June.
Good morning, Greensboro.
Greensboro is launching a series of community meetings called the Road Show to discuss the Road to 10,000 housing initiative that aims to add 10,000 new homes by 2030 — inviting residents to ask questions.
The first meeting is set for Thursday from 4-6 p.m. at the J. Douglas Galyon Depot — where planning, housing, and transportation staff will explain the city's growth plans.
A Greensboro man, James Austin Monahan (26), has been charged with attempted murder after a shooting at the Archdale bar FireHouse TapRoom where he had played pool with his alleged victim, Chad Ryan Senters (31).
Tony Welborne, a founder who helped start the campus radio station that grew into a major community outlet, is retiring at the end of this month after more than fifty years in radio—he built the station from a 10-watt class project into a key source for local news and music.
His final show ended without a formal goodbye as he turned over the studio to the next generation.
A bill to remove land from Greensboro has passed and will move to the N.C.
Senate—Mayor Nancy Vaughan said the city remains in opposition to the de-annexation.
Greensboro police hosted a recruiting event today to fill many vacancies—officials said they will continue accepting applications to meet staffing needs.
Local dispatchers advise residents to call 911 to verify an officer’s identity when someone in uniform approaches or stops a vehicle—this quick process takes less than a minute—so drivers can confirm the person is genuine and move to a safer area if needed.
Caregivers in Greensboro are urged to protect loved ones with Alzheimer’s or dementia during the intense heat wave by ensuring they stay hydrated and monitored for signs of heat illness.
The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America advises checking for symptoms, using air conditioning, and finding nearby cooling centers — measures that help reduce dangerous heat risks.
Goldfish Swim School in Greensboro has begun teaching basic swim lessons to children — a program that helps families beat the heat while promoting water safety.
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.
Ladies R&B Kickback Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — Cost info not provided — Experience an unforgettable evening of R&B music in Greensboro.
Fireworks and Food Trucks Celebration
5:30 p.m. — Archdale Recreation Center at Creekside Park — Free entry — Enjoy delicious food from local trucks and live music leading up to a spectacular fireworks display.
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.
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.
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.
Greensboro Roller Derby
2:30-4:00 p.m. — Novant Health Fieldhouse — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrill of roller derby as local teams battle it out on the track.
Archers Live Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — Hangar 1819 — Price not specified — Enjoy an evening of energetic music from Madison-based band ARCHERS, known for their captivating sound.
KEYSHIA COLE - The Way It Is 20th Anniversary Tour
7:00-8:30 p.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate two decades of R&B hits with Keyshia Cole live in concert.
Old Dominion: How Good Is That Tour
7-10 p.m. — White Oak Amphitheatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience electrifying country anthems from the chart-topping band Old Dominion.
The Fleet Feet Pickle Relay
11 a.m. — Lawndale Dr, Greensboro, NC — Registration required — Gear up for an exciting week of friendly competition in this fun relay run.
Breakthrough Basketball Shooting & Ball Handling Camp
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Greensboro Sportsplex — Cost info not provided — Enhance your basketball skills with elite coaching and drills to improve shooting and ball handling.
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