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Greensboro
Saturday, September 27th, 2025
Good morning, Greensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 27th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Greensboro will see plans for new entertainment districts, housing and cleaner greenways — a strategy aimed at attracting more visitors, with city leaders promising to boost local business and community life in the coming months. News & Record
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ High Point University secured nearly $200 million in donations under President Nido Qubein—money that will build new academic and athletic facilities. The funds will support projects opening in coming years. Rhino Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ High Point and Greensboro are preparing shelters as winter nears. In High Point, over 100 beds will be ready in November from local ministries—while Greensboro’s Doorway Project will offer shelter for 125 people starting November. WFDD
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Veita Bland, a Greensboro physician, warns that patients must tell their healthcare providers about every supplement they take to help avoid harmful drug interactions. She advises that careful research and choosing reputable products is key—especially for those with health issues or young children. Carolina Peacemaker
- ➤ State health regulators approved Cone Health to build a 46-bed community hospital in Mebane, selecting the system over a competing Duke-Novant bid based on its proven service to Alamance residents. Cone plans to begin construction in January and open the facility on April 1, which will add capacity to its existing 170-bed Burlington hospital. News & Record
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ High school football fans in Greensboro can vote for the Friday Football Fever Game of the Week scheduled for October 3—votes close October 1 at 5 p.m. as several matchups vie for the honor during this competitive season. WFMY
- ➤ Shaw University earned its first season win on Saturday when freshman quarterback Alexander Marsh connected with Cobie Bates on a 40-yard touchdown pass, and junior running back Trey Thorpe scored twice as the Bears beat Lincoln 36–21 at LU Football Stadium — they will host Virginia Union University today at 1 p.m. Carolina Peacemaker
- ➤ Last Saturday, A&T lost 62—20 to NCCU at Truist Stadium as NCCU dominated with 745 total yards, three turnovers and two safeties and secured its fourth straight win. Today, the Aggies will travel to Orono to face the University of Maine at 3:30 p.m. EST in a Coastal Athletic Association matchup. Carolina Peacemaker
- ➤ Last Sunday, Sept 21, Greensboro honored NBA Hall of Famer Bob McAdoo when it dedicated the new Bob McAdoo Court in Benbow Park—he returned with his wife Patrizia and longtime friend Sam Rhodes while mayor Nancy Vaughan and local sports legends celebrated his legacy. Carolina Peacemaker
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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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Larry Fleet Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — COHAB.SPACE — Enjoy an evening with talented singer-songwriter Larry Fleet, as he shares his blend of country and soul music.
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KAZZABE Concert
9 p.m. — ENIGMA GREENSBORO — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant sounds of KAZZABE live in concert.
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Zumba® Basic 1 Training
8 AM – 5 PM — Gold's Gym Randleman — Cost information not provided — Start your journey as a licensed Zumba® Instructor with top icon Loretta Bates.
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The 'Boro Sessions
2-4 p.m. — Back Table — Ticket link coming soon — Experience a live solo performance by Bob Malone with Kristy Jackson opening the show.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ James Clear
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