Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 14th of July.
Good morning, Greensboro.
A city-appointed review committee recommended that Raleigh-based nonprofit DHIC Inc. convert the long-vacant Regency Inn site at 2701 North O.
Henry Blvd into 114 affordable housing units for seniors and families. The project, with an estimated cost over $29.5 million, will move to sketch-plan review—pending final approval by the Greensboro City Council.
Greensboro Police said U.S. 29 is closed at Textile Drive after a crash caused a serious injury and officials expect the road to remain closed for an extended time, though the number of injured remains unclear—drivers should avoid the area.
I Am A Queen hosted the I Am Chosen Teen Empowerment Conference on Saturday at Guilford Preparatory Academy—featuring sessions on elegance, etiquette, conflict resolution and modeling tips to help young girls build self-confidence.
The free event for girls 10-18 aimed to empower them with stronger leadership and self-love.
On July 8, Greensboro community members told the city council that Officer Braden Walker McDaniel should be fired after he drew his gun during a May 14 traffic stop that left many residents feeling unsafe.
They urged changes to traffic stop protocols—calling for a review of practices and more dialogue on community safety.
Greensboro announced extra funding of $500,000 for its Homebuyer Assistance Program this week to support first-time buyers by doubling the maximum down payment assistance from $10,000 to $20,000 — the program will also offer added support for low-income buyers and public service heroes aiming to help over 50 residents secure their first home.
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.
Computer Clinic at Hemphill
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM — Hemphill Branch Library — Free entry — Get expert tech help with your devices and online tools.
Book Babies at Kathleen Clay
10:00 – 10:30 AM — Kathleen Clay Edwards Family Branch — Free — Enjoy lap songs, short books, and rhymes for infants aged 0 to 18 months.
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