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Saturday, October 25th, 2025
Good morning, Greensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 25th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rain forced the rescheduling of the 2nd Annual Melvin ‘Skip’ Alston Golf Classic to Monday, Nov. 10 at 9 a.m. at Grandover Resort — the charity event will raise funds to fight homelessness in Guilford County. Rhino Times
- ➤ Greensboro’s Doorway Project temporary shelter will move to its new site next week — the program launched in December 2022 as North Carolina’s first temporary shelter community. WFMY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UNCG celebrated a historic milestone on Oct. 18 with the unveiling of the Marcus T. Johnson Alumni House, the first campus building named for an African American, as hundreds heard alumnus Marcus T. Johnson speak about belonging. His donation, one of the largest in university history, helped the Light the Way campaign raise more than $200 million — boosting opportunities at the Bryan School of Business and Economics — and offered new hope to students. Carolina Peacemaker
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ WFMY News 2's Tanya Rivera explained the difference between Social Security and Medicaid in a recent broadcast, clarifying that one program offers retirement income while the other helps with healthcare costs. WFMY
- ➤ WFMY News2’s Tanya Rivera explained the differences between Social Security and Medicare by noting that Social Security provides retirement and income support while Medicare covers health care for eligible people. Her report helped viewers understand the distinct roles of these federal programs. WFMY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Greensboro Fire Department added a new female therapy canine on October 21 to help ease stress and boost mental health for firefighters—funded by a donation from the Bryan Foundation. Community members will choose her name through social media as the program begins to support firefighter wellness. YES! Weekly
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ WFMY News 2’s Tanya Rivera advises Greensboro homeowners to insulate pipes and check for drafts to prevent damage this winter—taking precautions now can help avoid costly repairs later. WFMY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ During their bye week, the A&T football team reworked its strategy to address a weak defense and running game after a rough first half of the season. Head coach Shawn Gibbs said the Aggies will host rival Campbell at Truist Stadium today at 1 p.m.—aiming to finish games stronger and limit past mistakes. Carolina Peacemaker
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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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Il Divo Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket required — Experience two decades of breathtaking vocals from the iconic Il Divo quartet accompanied by a string trio.
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TINA - The Tina Turner Musical
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts — Check venue for ticket prices — Experience the electrifying journey of the Queen of Rock n’ Roll with her beloved hits.
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Greensboro Gargoyles vs. Tahoe Knight Monsters
7-11 p.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — Cost info not specified — Watch as the Gargoyles face off against the Knight Monsters in a thrilling hockey showdown.
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An Evening with Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts — Ticketed event — Discover the cosmos with renowned astrophysicist Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson as he explores the search for life in the universe.
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Tahoe Knight Monsters vs Greensboro Gargoyles
7:00-8:30 p.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — Check FloHockey for streaming details — Watch the exciting face-off between Tahoe Knight Monsters and Greensboro Gargoyles.
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Lil Tony Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — THE GRAND GSO — $36.27+ — Experience an electrifying live performance from Lil Tony during the Tkey Vs Tony Tour.
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