Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of September.
Good morning, Greensboro.
On Wednesday at 8:15 a.m., a crash near Harvey Road and Jamestown Parkway in Jamestown left one person seriously injured and another with minor injuries—Guilford County EMS reported the incident.
Two Northeast Guilford High School students, one charged with two counts and the other with three counts of assault on school personnel, were charged after a physical altercation with a teacher and two staff members occurred on Tuesday around 10:30 a.m. in McLeansville—no major injuries were reported and the investigation is ongoing.
Police pursuits in North Carolina led to 42 deaths last year—Forsyth County saw its chase numbers jump from 31 to 100 between 2018 and 2023 while two Triad departments refused to release their chase policies.
Greensboro police will ask for the release of video—showing the fatal shooting of 48-year-old Said Ezzine on Aug.
5 at 1601 Marion Street—after an officer was flagged to respond to a trespasser call.
Greensboro police said a shooting on St. Matthew Court sent one person to a local hospital—officials are investigating the incident.
Greensboro police investigated a shooting at 8 St. Matthew Court on September 2—officers arrived at 9:40 p.m. and found a victim with a gunshot wound who was transported to a nearby hospital.
On Wednesday, the NICU staff at Novant Health held a bubble parade for Deanna and Shane Hayes and their babies—Carter and Briella—who were born at 24 weeks on May 8 and are now thriving as they head home.
Grimsley quarterback Faizon Brandon will miss Week 3 against East Forsyth — he has been sidelined since Week 1 with a thumb injury on his throwing hand.
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.
Cirque du Soleil: Ovo
3:00 – 4:30 PM — First Horizon Coliseum — Tickets required — Experience a vibrant acrobatic show inspired by the insect world.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Book Babies at Kathleen Clay
10:00-10:30 a.m. — Kathleen Clay Edwards Family Branch — Free — Enjoy songs and stories designed for infants up to 18 months old.
Chaka Khan with Patti LaBelle, Gladys Knight, Stephanie Mills
8:00-9:30 p.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — Tickets available — Experience a night of music royalty with four legendary artists in one unforgettable show.
Folkknot Concert
6 PM – Midnight — Stock + Grain Assembly Food Hall — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of enchanting indie-folk-pop-rock sounds from the Greensboro-based band Folkknot.
Karl Denson's Tiny Universe Concert
7-10:30 p.m. — ZIGGY'S — Tickets required — Experience the electrifying sounds of KDTU, showcasing 25 years of musical excellence.
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