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Greensboro
Wednesday, October 1st, 2025
Good morning, Greensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ FanFest 2025 is set to be the largest Greensboro-sponsored event this year and will draw 65,000 people over three days—showcasing Aggie pride as local fans gather for the celebration. WFMY
- ➤ Tau Omega Chapter—the heroes in purple and gold—will help out with WFMY Shred on October 7 in Greensboro. WFMY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Undergraduates at UNCG spent their summer on research projects funded by URSCO—studying plants in a campus garden and running lab tests to learn skills for future jobs and college work. Their efforts helped them gain hands-on experience and build connections with faculty for advanced studies. UNCG
- ➤ At UNCG, fall brings a busy slate of events to ease student stress and boost campus life—wellness workshops, outdoor adventures, game nights, and live shows fill the schedule with a Resilience session held on Sept. 30 and a homecoming bonfire with Alumni House naming set for Oct. 17—18. Students can also join transfer events and creative performances that will run through early November. UNCG
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Matt Groseclose with the Greensboro Fire Department explained how to safely dispose of lithium-ion batteries—advising residents on proper recycling and handling to reduce fire risks. WFMY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Food and Nutrition Services announced changes that will alter SNAP eligibility in the Triad—over 50,000 residents could see reduced benefits as the new act expands the age range to 64 but removes key exemptions. Forsyth County officials said they are waiting on guidance for when these adjustments will take effect as local partners help residents meet the new work or education requirements. WXII 12
- ➤ Governor signed Senate Bill 245 which gives drivers another option to renew their licenses without waiting in line at the DMV—motorists in Greensboro will soon have a faster way to update their documents. News & Record
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Guilford County will hold a public meeting on Thursday to gather feedback on proposed property revaluation rules—recent data shows that median values for single-family homes and similar properties increased over 8% in the past year. News & Record
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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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NCA&T Homecoming Concert featuring PARTYNEXTDOOR
7:30-9 p.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Experience the intimate R&B sounds of PARTYNEXTDOOR in a homecoming celebration.
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Andrea Bocelli Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting voice of the world's biggest-selling classical solo artist.
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