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Saturday, July 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Greensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of July.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Creative Greensboro announced on July 25 that it will award $300,000 in grants under its Sustaining Creativity: Community Partnership Grants program to local nonprofits focused on arts and culture—grant amounts range from $10,000 to $25,000. Eligible groups may apply before Friday, August 15 during one of three info sessions held from July 30 to August 14. YES! Weekly
- ➤ The elegant Koury Center hosted the 2025 International Civil Rights Center and Museum Awards Gala on July 19, where six champions of justice were honored for their civil rights work—each recognized for key contributions from historic protests to transformative political leadership. Carolina Peacemaker
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Greensboro resident Licette Griffin won $1.16 million in the digital Wheel of Bonuses game when she played a $2 ticket on July 18 — marking her second million-dollar win after a scratch-off victory in April 2022 — and she took home $836,318 after taxes. Griffin said she was shocked by the win and plans to use the money to pay off her house and save for retirement. WXII 12
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Greensboro will begin constructing a temporary fire station at 2420 West Gate City Blvd on Monday, July 28 — the facility will support fire engines and provide on-site accommodations while Fire Station 08 at 2201 Coliseum Blvd is upgraded with a taller bay, new systems, and added locker rooms. The project is expected to take about three months and will serve the area for roughly one year. WFMY
- ➤ After a fire at the Katie S. Cashion Center, the Greensboro Family Justice Center resumed services at a temporary location in the Old Guilford County Courthouse on Tuesday, July 22 and now operates Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.—the center continues to serve survivors with important support despite a reduced staff. Carolina Peacemaker
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Sharon Cooper, a Medicaid expansion recipient from Archdale, worries that future federal budget cuts will force her to meet work requirements starting January 1—a requirement she cannot fulfill due to her health issues. The new law will cut Medicaid by $1 trillion over 10 years and may put about 11.8 million enrollees at risk of losing essential care. Spectrum News 1
- ➤ Guilford Animal Services has stopped accepting some cats after a rabies case was found— the agency will hold a free one-year rabies vaccination clinic today at Jamestown Town Hall at 301 East Main Street. News & Record
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Wedding experts report that 2025 couples are choosing smaller guest lists—between 100 and 150—to free up budget for music, food, and unique experiences instead of costly extras. Piedmont Triad-based planner Britni Botts noted that couples are extending engagements to 12–18 months and opting for local print shops for invitations, reflecting a shift from pre-COVID trends. WFMY
SPORTS NEWS
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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.
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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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2025 Wyndham Championship
Thu, Jul 31 – Sun, Aug 3 — Sedgefield Country Club — Tickets available — Experience top-tier golf at the Wyndham Championship, featuring prominent players and an exciting tournament atmosphere.
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First Friday Storytimes
10:00–11:00 a.m. — Woven Works Park — Free entry — Enjoy engaging stories and songs for children in a vibrant park setting.
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Jeezy: 20th Anniversary Concert
8:00-9:30 PM — Luxe Soulfood & Cocktails — Ticket pricing varies — Celebrate the 20th anniversary of 'Thug Motivation 101' with a unique orchestral performance.
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Collective Soul Concert
6-9 p.m. — White Oak Amphitheatre — Ticket prices vary — Rock out to the timeless anthems of Collective Soul, including their iconic hit 'Shine'.
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Mariachi Vargas & Julio Preciado Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the rich cultural sounds of legendary mariachi music and the captivating performance of a Banda music icon.
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GAP Graduation and Signing Ceremony
6-8 p.m. — Greensboro Coliseum — Free entry — Celebrate a decade of nurturing future leaders with keynotes and awards.
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Baby the Musical
12 AM - 9 PM — Congregational United CC - Fellowship Hall — Ticket prices not listed — Experience a comedic yet poignant exploration of the journey to parenthood through the eyes of three diverse couples.
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The ‘Boro Sessions with David Childers
2-4 p.m. — Back Table — $20-$25 — Experience a heartfelt listening room concert by revered NC singer-songwriter David Childers and friends.
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