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Wednesday, October 15th, 2025
Good morning, Greensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A hornbill chick arrived at Greensboro Science Center after emerging from its sealed nest last week— it hatched in early August and will soon be on display for visitors. WFMY
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Zach Martin, a 26-year-old on the autism spectrum, left his McDonald’s job last Friday to start a TikTok shop selling handmade woodland-themed ornaments and cards that earned $23,000 in sales in six weeks (he will show his new art Friday, November 7 from 6-8 p.m. at Richmond Hill City Center in JF Gregory Park). WXII 12
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ North Carolina officials announced that a state program wiped out more than $6.5 billion in medical debt for over 2.5 million residents by giving hospitals extra Medicaid funds if they offered debt relief, which surpassed earlier estimates. Many hospitals have already informed patients their debt is canceled—Undue Medical Debt will send notices to 255,000 more people soon. WFDD
- ➤ On Monday, Greensboro’s transit agency unveiled three new transportation projects—a paratransit bus for riders with disabilities, an electric bus for sustainability and an on-demand micro-transit service called Flex Connect that lets customers reserve rides via an app, website or phone. Transit director Reginald Mason said the new buses will begin rolling out later this week. WXII 12
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Guilford County’s first live-in rehab center—Reverend Prince Edward Graves Recovery and Treatment Center—is nearing completion on Lees Chapel Road after nearly $10 million in total investment and renovations in the former St. Gale’s Manor Assisted Living building, and it will open in January to serve up to 54 residents battling addiction and homelessness. County leaders and Daymark Recovery Services plan to use the facility as a first step toward more comprehensive long-term recovery programs. ABC45
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Early Tuesday morning, the Yanceyville Apartment Complex completed 84 affordable units and broke ground on phase two with plans for an additional 60 units in Greensboro as part of the city's Road to 10,000 initiative by 2030 — Mayor Nancy Vaughan attended the ceremony to show support for the project funded by public and private sources. ABC45
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Greensboro officials are set to upgrade Bryan Park Soccer Complex and Gillespie Golf Course with plans calling for a $65 million phased investment at Bryan Park and $25 million at Gillespie for new amenities—the city council will vote on Oct. 21. WFDD
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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.
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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'.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Bad Boy Mowers College Basketball Series
2-3:30 p.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — Check ticket prices for games — Enjoy a college basketball doubleheader featuring Maryland vs NC State Women and South Carolina vs NC State Men.
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The Wiz
7:30 PM – 8:30 PM — Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets required — Experience the iconic revival of a soul-filled classic that reimagines the Wizard of Oz.
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Folkknot Halloween Performance
6-10 p.m. — Little Brother Brewing — No cover — Enjoy a night of enchanting indie-folk-pop-rock tunes from the seafaring septet Folkknot.
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Brandy & Monica Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — Last-minute tickets available — Enjoy a night of R&B hits from two iconic artists.
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