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Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Greensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 3rd of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ William Perry Morgan, the Greensboro College musical theater director since 2016, died in a single-car wreck on Pembroke Road on Friday around 5:28 p.m. when his Ford Focus ran off the road, hit a barrier—then struck a tree while police investigated the crash and his wife Jo Hall survived him. News & Record
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Seven puppies unexpectedly appeared at Oak Ridge Elementary when teachers began a professional development class—having earlier escaped from a backyard—and were rescued with the owner's blessing after a video captured the moment and gained over 7 million views on TikTok. News & Record
- ➤ North Carolina A&T State will host the 2025 Artificial Intelligence Conference at the Koury Convention Center from Sept. 25 through Sept. 26, where keynote speaker Nolan Gasser, Ph.D. — known for co-creating Pandora Radio and the Music Genome Project — will outline AI’s impact on education, industry and research. Registration remains open until Sept. 22 and costs $150 per person. WXII 12
- ➤ Hanes Middle students held a walkout to protest WS/FCS layoffs—joining hundreds of district students who demonstrated last week over a budget crisis. The protest marked another push by students to voice their concerns over planned layoffs. WFMY
- ➤ UNCG and Microsoft have created a digital planner for first-year students to help manage deadlines and campus events. The tool uses Microsoft 365—accessible on desktop and mobile—and replaces printed planners with a dynamic online solution. UNCG
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The Alexander Company shared its plans on August 28 to build 128 apartments and set aside space for a future grocery store at the 3-acre lot on S. Elm Street—rents will range from $738 to $2,045. An informational meeting is held today at 5:30 p.m. at the Melvin Municipal Office Building, and a public hearing is expected in October before the proposal goes to the City Council. News & Record
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Cirque du Soleil - OVO
7:00-8:30 p.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting world of OVO with dazzling acrobatics and a charming story of love in a vibrant insect ecosystem.
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Easton Corbin Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — The Carolina Theatre of Greensboro — Ticket prices vary — Experience the rich sounds of country music from a celebrated artist known for his relatable hits.
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Cirque du Soleil: Ovo
3:00 – 4:30 PM — First Horizon Coliseum — Tickets required — Experience a vibrant acrobatic show inspired by the insect world.
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NC Comedy Festival Pass
11:00 AM – 8:15 PM — The Idiot Box Comedy Club — Ticket info coming soon — Enjoy a day of laughter with comedians from across North America.
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North Carolina Comedy Festival Showcase
7:30-9:05 p.m. — The Idiot Box Comedy Club — No refunds — Enjoy a night of laughter with talented comedians from across North America.
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Eric Eaton's Comedy and Magic Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Comedy Zone — $25-$35 — Experience an entertaining blend of comedy and magic with Eric Eaton’s engaging performance.
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North Carolina Folk Festival
12-6 p.m. — Downtown Greensboro Inc — Free entry — Celebrate the vibrant culture of North Carolina at this annual folk festival with music, arts, and crafts.
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Chelo's Farewell Performance
7:30-9 p.m. — Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket info not provided — Experience the final performance of legendary Mexican singer Chelo alongside iconic artists of the Regional Mexican genre.
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