Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of October.
Good morning, Greensboro.
The Greensboro Science Center welcomed its first trumpeter hornbill chick, which hatched on August 2 and first appeared outside its nest on October 3—its parents Ronnie and Jazz have been at the center since 2021.
City officials are preparing for the Greatest Homecoming on Earth which will bring over 100,000 Aggies and visitors into Greensboro for parades, block parties and FanFest.
The parade starts on Oct. 11 at 8 a.m.—Murrow Boulevard, East Lindsay, Dudley and Yanceyville streets will be closed to ease traffic.
The board of the Eastern Music Festival voted to disband the event after 64 years due to a labor disagreement with faculty musicians—who unionized during a five-week music program at Guilford College—leaving over 10,000 young musicians without the learning opportunity.
James Lee, president of the Identity Theft Resource Center, said a credit freeze stops scammers from accessing personal credit information—this tool helps protect your identity and finances.
Today, Greensboro and Jamestown voters hold primary elections for seven of the nine council seats—local officials urge registered voters to participate as the results will determine the new city council.
Today, voters in the Piedmont hold municipal primary elections to choose candidates for local offices including an open seat for mayor in Greensboro after Mayor Nancy Vaughan announced she would not run for reelection — four candidates are vying for the nomination along with several council contenders. More than 6,500 Guilford County voters cast early ballots at four precincts, and in Asheboro, voters will trim a field of 14 city council candidates for the Nov. 4 general election.
Equation Church in Greensboro will host its Live Well Break the Spell Health Fair tomorrow at 433 Spring Garden Street.
The event runs from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.—free mammograms will be offered for breast cancer screening.
The Greensboro Gargoyles opened training camp on Monday at First Horizon Coliseum for their inaugural season and will practice through Wednesday — they will then travel for two preseason matches before the season starts on Oct.
18.
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.
Doxie Derby & Family Festival
12-4 p.m. — First National Bank Field — Pet-friendly admission — Cheer on speedy Doxies in a fun-filled family festival with games and concessions.
In This Moment Concert
6-8 p.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — Ticket required for ages 2 and up — Experience a high-energy performance in a standing room only atmosphere.
Alzheimer's Walk
9 a.m. — First National Bank Field — Registration Fee — Participate in a community walk to support Alzheimer's research and awareness.
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