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Greensboro
Thursday, September 18th, 2025
Good morning, Greensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 18th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ GSO35 unveiled a plan to revitalize downtown Greensboro with improved public spaces and support for local businesses—officials will hold community meetings to gather input in the coming weeks. WFMY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ This week the Triad hosts many free events including a Native American Pow Wow at Greensboro Country Park from September 19-21, a free movie night in High Point on September 20, and a family fun day at Glenwood Recreation Center from 1 to 3 p.m.—additional events include Forsyth Fun Fest, Fiesta Festival in Winston-Salem, Greensboro Pride Festival, karaoke at Grandover Resort, and an artist happy hour at Steel Hands Brewing on September 24 to celebrate local culture. YES! Weekly
- ➤ On Sept15, UNCG kicked off Hispanic Heritage Month with Fiesta at the Fountain outside Moran Commons—students and performers celebrated diverse cultures with music, dance and speeches in an event open to all. The month-long series includes soccer games, art tours and panel discussions that honor traditions and invite the campus community to learn more. UNCG
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Seventeen Greensboro City Schools students were recognized among the top 1% nationally, marking a milestone in academic achievement that reflects the district's strong commitment to education. News & Record
- ➤ Allen J Elementary students and staff celebrated Educators of the Year during a school pride parade and remade the popular dance song 'Where Them Fans at?' to highlight 5s—perfect proficiency test scores. News & Record
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Greensboro City Council approved the sale of the former Regency Inn property at 2701 N. O. Henry Boulevard to nonprofit developer DHIC for $350K—DHIC will invest about $30 million to build 114 affordable housing units, including 54 for residents aged 55 and older, after the current shelter program leaves the site. News & Record
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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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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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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
2:30-4:00 p.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — Ticket required — Experience your favorite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks like Mega Wrex and Bigfoot® in an electrifying live show.
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