Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of December.
Good morning, Greensboro.
Caleb Kirk, a National Shag Dance Champion and first year Kindergarten teacher in Kernersville, will graduate with his Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) in December and plans to inspire his students by blending dance with learning.
UNCG will hold its Fall 2025 Commencement ceremonies as nearly 2,000 students earn their degrees.
The doctoral hooding is scheduled for Dec. 11 at UNCG Auditorium and the main ceremony will be held Dec. 12 at First Horizon Coliseum in Greensboro.
A winter weather advisory is in effect for the Piedmont Triad as a wintry mix may bring snow, sleet and freezing rain, making bridges and overpasses icy and the Friday morning commute hazardous.
Greensboro officials will open a warming center at First Baptist Church tonight to offer shelter (if freezing precipitation is forecast) for residents during winter weather.
Local child safety experts warn that bulky coats in car seats can compress the harness (reducing proper protection), so parents should remove outerwear before buckling in to ensure safety.
With winter weather setting in, Greensboro pet owners are advised by animal experts to check for signs of frostbite and hypothermia—using weather-resistant gear and supplies to keep pets safe during cold spells.
After inclement weather shifted game schedules earlier, Grimsley and Reidsville played Thursday night—setting the stage for high-stakes matchups as recapped by WFMY News 2's Logan Campbell.
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.
Norfolk Admirals vs Greensboro Gargoyles
7-8:30 p.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Greensboro’s hockey roots with Monarchs throwback jerseys in a nostalgic weekend.
Greensboro Gargoyles vs. Norfolk Admirals
7-8:30 p.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Greensboro’s hockey roots with Monarchs throwback jerseys in a nostalgic matchup.
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