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Friday, December 19th, 2025
Good morning, Greensboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 19th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Greensboro Housing Coalition took over for the Red Cross & worked with local hotels to secure temporary housing for all former residents of condemned apartments. City officials said every displaced resident has now found safe accommodation. WFMY
- ➤ Greensboro will hold its annual event tonight to honor 11 homeless residents who died this year. Brian Hahne of Greensboro Urban Ministries said the loss is deeply felt in the community. News & Record
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ HondaJet offers performance upgrades at its Greensboro Service Center, letting local pilots access new technical improvements. Customers can also have the upgrade installed at one of the company's 21 authorized service centers worldwide. News & Record
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Guilford County commissioners approved an economic development grant on Thursday to keep the Greensboro-based HVAC company Hoffman and Hoffman in town. The $196,500 grant could secure project Superman (an expansion that will add 131 jobs and attract $13.5 million in property improvements by December 2030). WXII 12
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UNCG's School of Health and Human Sciences has introduced a mentoring program that pairs senior faculty with junior hires to boost research success and retention — Dr. Laurie Wideman says the initiative streamlines resource use and builds lasting academic ties. UNCG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Matthew Groseclose from the Greensboro Fire Department shares fire safety tips for cold winter days by advising residents to inspect heating systems and plan escape routes+ practice simple safety measures to cut fire risks as temperatures drop. WFMY
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ An apartment in the District on West Market passed inspection last month but was condemned days before Christmas – officials ruled it unsafe for occupancy. The building is now uninhabitable pending further review. WFMY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The AAR Invitational tournament starts tonight in Greensboro as a local basketball coach highlights its potential to draw community sports fans for competitive play. Attendees can look forward to an evening that brings local teams and supporters together. WFMY
- ➤ At the 49th annual AAR Invitational in Greensboro, men's No. 1 Greensboro Day won 80-40 over SE Guilford while Wesleyan Christian Academy beat Grimsley 58-48. In the women's bracket, top seed Grimsley won 71-38 over Page and Dudley edged Bishop McGuinness 81-79 in overtime. WFMY
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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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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.
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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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New Year's Eve Celebration at Noon
11:30 a.m. — Kathleen Clay Edwards Family Branch — Free entry — Celebrate the upcoming year with dancing, reading, and a countdown to 2026.
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Greensboro Speed Dating for Singles Age 38-52
7-9 p.m. — Hidden Gate Brewing Company — Ticket required — Meet potential matches in a lively, safe environment with quick pre-dates to find your spark.
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Barry Manilow Live Concert
7-10 p.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — Tickets available — Experience an unforgettable night of Barry Manilow's classic hits.
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Mercer Bears vs. UNC Greensboro Spartans Basketball
4-6 p.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Catch the exciting NCAA basketball matchup between Mercer and UNC Greensboro.
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