Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 3rd of December.
Good morning, Greensboro.
WFMY News 2 reporter Chad Silber will ring the Salvation Army bell for 40 hours across 10 Triad locations to raise funds for local programs—each donation going to the chapter where it is made.
The week-long tour runs from December 15 to December 19 and will visit places including Greensboro, High Point, Madison, Reidsville, Kernersville, Asheboro, Mebane and Burlington—Silber hopes to beat last year’s record of $9,200.
Greensboro Parks and Recreation will launch a yearlong celebration at Gillespie Golf Course on Sunday, December 7 to honor the Greensboro Six, who in 1955 played to integrate the course.
The event begins at 1:30 p.m. with a ceremonial tee shot—followed by a 2 p.m. film screening and mural unveiling that recall a key civil rights moment.
Boy Scout Troop 316 opened its annual Christmas tree lot at Mount Pisgah Church with trees from a West Jefferson farm covering nearly 80% of its costs — trips, registration and scout training.
The lot will remain open for several weeks and the treasurer said sales normally rise after Thanksgiving with a peak expected during a downtown Christmas parade float next week.
K&W Cafeterias closed all locations after 88 years in business – the southeastern chain ended its operations and will not reopen any sites.
On Tuesday morning, Sumner Elementary had heating issues and a technician checked the HVAC and boiler—Guilford County Schools said they might use portable heaters or move students to remote learning if repairs take too long.
The district advised parents to dress students in warm layers until the problem is fixed.
The Guilford County Department of Health and Human Services confirmed on December 2 that a raccoon in Greensboro tested positive for rabies — marking the eighth reported case in 2025 — and officials remind pet owners to vaccinate their pets to reduce exposure.
Grimsley freshman basketball player Zoey Goodman received five Division I offers before shining in her debut on Saturday—her strong performance has local coaches excited for her season ahead.
The Nutcracker
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts — Check event page for ticket prices — Celebrate the holiday season with a classic ballet performance, marking its 60th year in the Triad.
Disney On Ice
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM — First Horizon Coliseum — Check local listings — Experience the enchantment of Disney as beloved characters skate into your heart.
Disney On Ice
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM — First Horizon Coliseum — Ticketed event — Experience the enchanting world of Disney on ice with beloved characters and magical moments.
Disney On Ice
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM — First Horizon Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Experience enchanting Disney stories come to life on ice with beloved characters.
Prelude Dining - The Outsiders
7:30 PM — Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the award-winning musical adaptation of S.E. Hinton's classic novel about friendship and belonging in 1960s Tulsa.
Double Feature: JT Cole & Madison Bergstedt
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Idiot Box Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughs with local comedians sharing unique perspectives and stories.
Jim Brickman: The Gift of Christmas
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets required — Experience an unforgettable evening of music, laughter, and heartwarming stories this holiday season.
Dolly Parton's Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a heartwarming musical adaptation of Dickens' classic featuring Dolly Parton's music.
Greensboro Gargoyles vs. Wheeling Nailers
7-8:30 p.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — Check FloHockey for streaming — Watch the thrilling hockey matchup between the Gargoyles and Nailers.
Greensboro Gargoyles vs. Wheeling Nailers
7:00-8:30 p.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — Streaming available — Catch all the hockey action at this exciting local matchup broadcast on FloHockey.
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