Good morning, Greensboro.

Greensboro residents will learn about a new 10-year downtown plan at a series of GSO35 pop-up events hosted by Downtown Greensboro, Inc. The plan—which was developed with input from over 2,500 locals and aims to add 5,000 residents, 3,000 jobs, and major redevelopment projects—will be featured at an Elm Street stroll/Oktoberfest on Oct 4, face painting at the Miriam P. Brenner Children’s Museum on Oct 10, and a run club at SouthEnd Brewing on Oct 16.

More than 100 local veterans joined the Triad Honor Flight on Wednesday for a visit to Washington where they honored their service at military memorials and museums.

The Greater Greensboro Detachment 260 of the Marine Corps League will host a $10,000 check presentation at Golden Corral on Oct. 13 at 7 p.m. to help fund the next trip.

The Guilford County Board of Commissioners will vote today on a proposal to shift $3.59 million from projects that no longer need their full budget to schools with higher repair costs, a move already approved by the Board of Education and part of the $2 billion bond program.

Officials say the change will not affect the overall $699.5 million budget and will help fund long-deferred repairs as projects continue into the early 2030s—keeping pace with evolving needs across the school system.

Greensboro residents are urging the city to act on discolored water that has turned their clothes yellow—damaged plumbing fixtures and raised health concerns.

Despite a federal government shutdown, Piedmont Triad International Airport remains open today as PTI officials said on Oct.

1 that flights and security services continue as scheduled. Essential federal staff—TSA, Customs and Border Protection, and air traffic controllers—keep working while long-term federal funding for projects may face delays.

In Greensboro District 2, candidates shared views on the city’s housing needs—one candidate warned that its history with affordable housing calls for caution.

Candidates in Greensboro’s at-large race are discussing housing as a key issue—one candidate said they want to build a city where both service workers and professionals can live and thrive, and they promise affordable living options in upcoming plans.

A Greensboro mayoral candidate said a corrupt government — favoring wealthy interests — threatens affordable housing as city leaders review a plan for 10,000 new homes and higher density.

Today, the Nicholas A.

Vacc Counseling and Consulting Clinic at UNCG offers mental health services to both students and local residents and trains counseling students through hands-on sessions—expanding services this fall to include children and adolescents while using a sliding-scale fee system. The clinic saw a 23 percent increase in adult clients during the last academic year and now prepares more than 30 future counselors to meet local needs.

The NC Dental Examiners board said no dental procedures were done before a 2-year-old died at Valleygate Dental Surgery Center in Greensboro.

The North Carolina State Board of Dental Examiners closed its investigation into Valleygate Dental Surgery Center in Greensboro after two-year-old Er'Mias Mitchell died over the summer when no dental procedures were performed and anesthesia was given by other licensed medical providers—officials said the facility is regulated by another agency.

Kyle Busch said his team will try to upset the playoffs at the Bank of America Roval 400 by using good strategy, solid brakes, and careful tire control on a track that shifts quickly from fast to slow turns.

He also said his team is getting ready for NASCAR’s Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium—a small track known for its close racing and loud fans—in 2026.

KAZZABE Concert

9 p.m. — ENIGMA GREENSBORO — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant sounds of KAZZABE live in concert.

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.

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.

An Exquisite Aggie Evening with Eric Benét and Chanté Moore

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Koury Convention Center — Tickets required — Experience a night of soulful performances from Grammy-nominated artists Eric Benét and Chanté Moore at the Aggie Alumni Homecoming Concert.

NCA&T Homecoming Concert Featuring Queen Naija

7:30-9 p.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Experience soulful R&B and powerful performances from Queen Naija during the homecoming celebration.

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.

Bethel Music Worship Night

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts — Ticketed event — Experience a powerful night of worship and ministry in a sacred space.

Kansas & Blue Oyster Cult Concert

7:30-9:00 PM — Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience legendary classic rock with iconic bands Kansas and Blue Oyster Cult.

Michael Blackson Live Show

7-8:30 p.m. — Comedy Zone — VIP and General Admission available — Prepare to laugh until you cry with the original 'African King of Comedy'.

Daiky Gamboa Live in Greensboro

9 PM - 12 AM — THE GRAND GSO — $15 for first 100 tickets — Experience the ultimate Karol G party with Daiky Gamboa, hitting all the hottest tracks.