Lost money order leaves Greensboro woman out $500 before News 2 helps get a...
GREENSBORO, N.C. — A Greensboro woman says she’s relieved after finally getting a $500 refund weeks after losing a money order she planned to use for bills and rent. Almost every month, Norma Phelps visits her local Food Lion to purchase money orders. “Normally that’s where I go...
Rockingham County detention officers suspended after incident leaves inmate hospitalized | SBI investigating
Two Rockingham County detention officers have been suspended after a use-of-force incident at the county jail left an inmate hospitalized, the sheriff's office announced Tuesday. The incident occurred around 9:30 p.m. on Monday at the Rockingham County Detention Facility. Sheriff Sam Page said he and facility...
Man charged, other man taken to hospital after shooting in Greensboro on Hahns Lane,...
GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — Greensboro police arrested a man Tuesday in connection with a shooting on Hahns Lane late Monday night. Around 10:12 p.m. Monday, a caller told 911 dispatchers that a shooting had happened in the 3900 block of Hahns Lane, according to a Greensboro Police Department news release....
Graham family cleaning up after tree falls on home: ‘Lucky to be alive’
GRAHAM, N.C. (WGHP) — A Graham family is facing some tough decisions about what comes next after Monday night’s storm sent a massive tree crashing into their home. The home is located along Banks Street, which is less than a mile away from downtown Graham. For now, Rena Zarate and her family are staying at […]
Muddy Creek Greenway is one of the Triad’s best getaways
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (WGHP) — Take a Walk in the Park Day is just weeks away, and one Winston‑Salem trail is quickly becoming a favorite getaway for families across the Triad. The Muddy Creek Greenway stretches three miles through shaded paths, open fields and a winding creek that gives...
Princeton native’s killer sentenced in North Carolina
GREENSBORO, N.C. (WFIE) - The man who a jury found guilty of killing Princeton native, Jeff Goldbach, will spend at least 17 years in prison. Brandon Hyde was sentenced today, in North Carolina, to 17 years to 21.5 years. Goldbach’s brother-in-law tells us Hyde will have to serve a minimum...
Residents are pushing back on proposed Rural Hall data center, commissioners say
Forsyth County commissioners say early reaction to a proposed data center in Rural Hall has been largely negative. Developers submitted a preliminary plan for the four-building facility to the county’s zoning board last week, and commissioners have been hearing from residents ever since. “I've probably gotten 10, 12...
Burlington woman sentenced to 25 months in prison for multi-million dollar tax fraud scheme
BURLINGTON, N.C. — A Burlington woman has been sentenced to 25 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to helping clients file false tax returns, federal prosecutors announced Tuesday. Tracey Hernandez, 39, pleaded guilty to one count of aiding and assisting in the filing of a false tax return...
Non-emergency contact numbers for Forsyth County
The Old Richmond Volunteer Fire Department shared important non-emergency contact numbers for residents in Winston-Salem and Forsyth County. Residents are asked to keep 9-1-1 lines open for emergencies and use local numbers for issues like trees down, power outages, minor traffic accidents without injuries, water...
Randolph County hiring for multiple positions
Randolph County Government is hiring for several positions including Case Manager (JDRC), Deputy Sheriff, Detention Officer I, Human Resources Specialist, Income Maintenance Caseworker II, Planning Information Specialist, and multiple Social Worker roles. The county invites applicants to join its team and serve the...
