Good morning, Greensboro.

On Friday, Oct. 9, local leaders and service providers will host World Homeless Day events featuring T-shirt decorating and toiletries donations at Greensboro Urban Ministry (305 W.

Gate City Blvd) and Open Door Ministries in High Point to raise awareness of growing homelessness.

NC firefighters warn residents after a house fire in High Point lasted six hours because lithium batteries need more water to control their chemical reactions.

They urge everyone to check for the UL marking (a tested safety sign) on chargers to help ease fire efforts.

Skyworks Solutions completed a $9.7 billion deal to acquire Greensboro's Qorvo.

President and CEO Phil Brace (who oversaw the deal) said the merger offers far more than uniting the companies.

Eat Drink Triad spotlights Ma'Luz Mexican Grill's new brunch menu and previews Restaurant Week events running Oct.

23-Nov. 1. The segment follows a Savor & Sip event at Manolo's Bistro and highlights special dinners like a New Orleans Wine Dinner, Taco Tuesday Dinner and Masquerade Party on Oct. 30.

Local law enforcement updated safety and logistics plans on Monday evening for the North Carolina A&T Homecoming, scheduled Oct.

25-Nov. 1, stating hundreds of officers will secure the event plus local businesses prepare for a boost as alumni and visitors celebrate safely in Greensboro.

The library’s Alzheimer’s research series began Monday and continues with today’s Managing Money workshop from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Hemphill Branch (2301 W.

Vandalia Road), where experts discuss managing finances and planning for future care.

The Walk to End Alzheimer’s event drew over 1,000 participants and raised nearly $1 million to fund research, care and support services.

Organizers say the success shows the community’s dedication to fighting Alzheimer’s + supporting those in need.

Harmony at Greensboro is a 6.65 acre senior living community — offering independent, assisted living and memory care — located at 3420 Whitehurst Road; it was sold for $123.5 million.