Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 4th of August.
Good morning, Greensboro.
JetZero chose Greensboro airport as the site for its $4.7 billion plant to build the fuel-efficient Z4 jet designed for up to 250 passengers — the project will create up to 14,560 jobs, with plant layout decisions this year, construction starting in the first half of 2026, test flights in 2027, and commercial service by 2030.
A 34-year-old man named Orion Matthew Sanzeni died after being shot while seeking police help in Greensboro—officers and EMS responded at the scene.
Police are investigating a shooting on the 900 block of Chapman Street that occurred around 2:45 a.m. Sunday and left one person with a gunshot wound in a local hospital with life-threatening injuries—Chapman Street is closed between West Gate City Boulevard and Spring Garden Street.
Authorities said a person was shot around 2:45 a.m. Sunday on Chapman Street near West Gate City Boulevard and is now in hospital with life-threatening injuries—police closed the road between West Gate City Boulevard and Spring Garden Street as they investigate and have not released any suspect information.
Young won his first PGA Tour title at the Wyndham Championship—his victory marks a milestone in his career and sets him apart from his competitors.
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'.
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.
GAP Graduation and Signing Ceremony
6-8 p.m. — Greensboro Coliseum — Free entry — Celebrate a decade of nurturing future leaders with keynotes and awards.
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.
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.
Storytime at the McGirt-Horton Branch
10:00 – 10:45 AM — McGirt-Horton Branch Library — Free entry — Enjoy fun stories, songs, and crafts while making new friends.
Music & Movement at Kathleen Clay
11:00-11:30 a.m. — Kathleen Clay Edwards Family Branch — Free — Engage little ones with stories and lively singing and dancing for ages 0 to 4.
Oz Escape Room at Benjamin Branch
All day — Benjamin Public Library — Free entry — Explore the magical world of Oz while solving puzzles and discovering clues about beloved characters.
A Book Talk on TRAILS & TREATS
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Bookmarks — Free entry — Engage with the authors of a unique guidebook that blends hiking trails and local eats in North Carolina.
Great Southeastern Pollinator Census
10 AM – 12 PM — Kathleen Clay Edwards Family Branch — Free event — Explore the impact of native plants on pollinators through citizen science in a hands-on outdoor setting.
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