Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of July.
Good morning, Greensboro.
On Thursday morning, a crash on Interstate 40 East in Greensboro closed the two left lanes between Mile Marker 221 and Mile Marker 220 near Exit 221 for South Elm Eugene Street — traffic backed up along the highway — and officials said the cause remains undetermined.
Graham police arrested Michael DeAngelo Paylor (34) on Thursday after a weekend shooting on Sarah Williams Avenue that left a victim (36) with life-threatening injuries; he is charged with assault with a deadly weapon, inflicting serious injury with intent to kill and possession of a firearm by a felon and is held at Alamance County Detention Center with no bond.
Hundreds of former Dudley High School students will gather this weekend in Greensboro to honor the school’s legacy from segregation by sharing memories, joining community service projects and a Sunday picnic—marking 50 years of the alumni association—while reflecting on how their teachers inspired them to excel.
On Tuesday, July 8, the City Council named Deputy City Attorney Lora Cubbage as Greensboro's new city attorney — she takes charge after Chuck Watts retired and brings experience as a prosecutor, judge, and assistant attorney general — and will now lead the city’s legal department.
Today the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation said it is looking into an unnamed city council member and stressed the probe is not linked to the inquiry of former City Attorney Chuck Watts.
Many locals suspect the investigation may focus on Councilmember Zack Matheny because of questions over his work with Downtown Greensboro Inc. — Matheny did not answer requests for comment and has filed to run again.
City officials said that the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation began an independent review of business transactions from former City Attorney Chuck Watts’ time in office—after he abruptly stepped down—and the police are acting as a liaison with the SBI, which will decide if further action is needed.
A measles case from June 19 to 21 in Guilford and Forsyth counties was the only known NC case this year, and state health officials warned that more cases could appear if the virus spreads further.
They urged residents to remain alert for additional developments.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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