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Greensboro
Saturday, September 13th, 2025
Good morning, Greensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 13th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Greensboro volunteer, Susan Steed—who served the American Red Cross for 13 years—helped hurricane victims after Helene and spent two months in a key logistical role across North Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. Her Salute to Heroes award ceremony will be held on Sept. 18 at Second Harvest Food Bank headquarters in Winston-Salem. WXII 12
- ➤ Joseph McNeil, a civil rights pioneer and one of the A&T Four who served as a KC-135 navigator during Vietnam War, passed away on September 4 at age 83 — his life inspired the Greensboro sit-ins. The community held memorial services at North Carolina A&T and in Wilmington, and today a final service will be held at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. to honor his legacy. Carolina Peacemaker
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ GreenHill Center for North Carolina Art announced that acclaimed artist Tara Thacker will open her solo exhibition at the Betty and Benjamin Cone Jr. ALCOVE Gallery on September 18 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.—the exhibit features her avian-inspired ceramic and mixed-media works and honors community arts leader Betty Cone with free admission and light refreshments. YES! Weekly
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students at UNC Greensboro discussed gun violence during campus forums—sharing personal reflections on the issue. WFMY
- ➤ William Perry Morgan, a gifted theater professor who helped start Greensboro College’s musical theater program, died in a car accident on Aug.29—his wife Jo Hall said his creative teaching continues to inspire students today. News & Record
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Greensboro is set to gain more affordable homes as funding from the 2025 Low-Income Housing Tax Credit awards supports two projects—Grayson at Randleman Crossing will provide 84 units at 2813 Randleman Road and Overland Place Apartments will add 48 units at 3808 Overland Heights. Construction will begin in 2026 with city bond money helping to secure the developments. Rhino Times
- ➤ The Guilford County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on Oct. 2 at 5:30 p.m. in the Commissioners Meeting Room of the Old Guilford County Court House in downtown Greensboro to review proposed schedules, standards & rules for the 2026 property tax reappraisal process that will guide how property values are set. The hearing will give property owners a chance to comment before new assessments—expected to boost home values significantly—are finalized. Rhino Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Greensboro dental surgery center on Hickory Ridge Drive has been ordered to stop using three new procedure rooms after state inspectors uncovered 23 safety violations—including improper wiring, missing nurse emergency call systems, and suspected leaks in vacuum lines—that led to a cease-and-desist order. Valleygate Dental Surgery Center said the rooms are not in use and that corrections will be completed with a reinspection planned by next week—while police continue investigating the death of a 2-year-old following a procedure. WFMY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Last Saturday, UCF returned the kickoff for a 96-yard touchdown and won 68-7 after a 75-minute weather delay while A&T lost three quarterbacks to injuries. The Aggies will host Hampton today at 7 p.m. at Truist Stadium—Nelson Layne is set to start at quarterback in their Coastal Athletic Association opener. Carolina Peacemaker
- ➤ On Friday, September 12th, SW Randolph faced Randleman in Randolph County during Week Four of the 2025 high school football season—this First National Bank Game of the Week was part of a set of regional matchups. WFMY
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Computer Clinic at Hemphill Branch Library
10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. — Hemphill Branch Library — Free assistance — Get help with your computer and tech queries from knowledgeable librarians.
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Beauty And The Beast Musical
7:30 PM – 6:30 PM — Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket required — Experience Disney’s enchanting musical filled with timeless romance and dazzling performances.
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Sabrina Carpenter Night: Man's Best Party
8 p.m. — Flat Iron — All Ages — Celebrate Sabrina's new release at a fun-themed party in Greensboro.
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Folkknot Live Performance
7 PM – 1 AM — Craft City Sip-In — $10 entry — Experience the enchanting sounds of Folkknot, a seafaring septet from Greensboro blending indie-folk-pop-rock.
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Carolina's One Big Dog Show
8:00-9:30 a.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — Tickets from $63 — Experience a fun-filled morning showcasing canine talent and charm.
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Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live: Glow-N-Fire
2:30-4 p.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — Check venue for ticket prices — Experience your favorite monster trucks in an exciting live performance filled with thrills and stunts.
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