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Tuesday, July 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Greensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Kevin Baker, PTI’s executive director, said early 2025 data shows a 6 percent rise in May over last year and the airport will likely top 2.14 million passengers by year's end—boosted by Breeze Airways adding nonstop flights. The airport is also planning major concourse upgrades—aimed at easing travel for local flyers. Rhino Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Guilford County Sheriff’s Office spent $3.9 million more than planned because a shortage of staff forced heavy overtime—money was shifted from other departments to cover the cost. County officials said they will review deputy pay soon to help attract and keep workers. Rhino Times
- ➤ The Greensboro City Council will vote today on reinstating red-light cameras to help control speeding—Mayor Nancy Vaughan said people have lost their collective minds about how fast drivers are going. News & Record
- ➤ The SBI launched an investigation into an unnamed Greensboro City Council member after the Attorney General’s Office submitted a request last Friday. Councilman Zack Matheny — who has faced conflict of interest claims over ties with Downtown Greensboro Inc. — said he was not contacted by investigators and dismissed recent personal attacks as immature while filing for reelection. News & Record
- ➤ Filing for Greensboro city elections starts today and runs through July 18+ several candidates are competing for the open mayoral race and city council seats as long-time officials step down. The filing period allows candidates from various backgrounds to seek new roles and gives residents a chance to choose leadership for a fresh direction+ a change aimed at steering future growth. News & Record
- ➤ Guilford County received reports of fake emails that pretended to be from the official GovDelivery account early Sunday, July 6, advising residents to avoid sharing personal information. The county is investigating the scam and urging everyone to follow cybersecurity best practices — assuring that county services were not affected. Rhino Times
SPORTS NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Matness Wrestling Camp at Ragsdale High School
Camp is July 23-26 — Ragsdale High School — Registration fee applies — Train hard and compete in a sanctioned USA Wrestling Tournament at the end.
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The Poetry Field Trip
10 a.m.–11:30 p.m. — Greensboro Cultural Center — $10 — A creative event focused on empowering youth through poetry and live music.
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Sal Vulcano Live Comedy Show
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian and 'Impractical Jokers' star Sal Vulcano.
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Hector Acosta Live
11:30 PM – 1:00 AM — THE GRAND GSO — Tickets from $99 — Enjoy a night of Latin music with the talented Hector Acosta in Greensboro.
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