William Penn High School class of 1965 reflects on school’s history
HIGH POINT, N.C. (WGHP) — One of the last classes to graduate from William Penn High School is celebrating its 60th anniversary since walking across the stage. While hitting 60 years is a milestone in itself, the class is keeping the legacy of a historic school alive. “We’re probably one of the last classes of […]
Man accused of taking indecent liberties with a child arrested by Guilford County deputies
GUILFORD COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — A man accused of taking indecent liberties with a minor was arrested on Friday, according to a Guilford County Sheriff’s Office news release. On Monday, GCSO detectives with the Major Crimes Investigative Unit began investigating after being told about a juvenile victim. On Friday,...
Eyes on the road: Assistant principal moves forward after WS/FCS layoffs
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — In just 24 hours, Jerrica Scott’s path took an unexpected turn. The Hanes Magnet assistant principal is one of more than 300 Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools employees whose positions are being eliminated due to a $46 million budget shortfall. When we first spoke with Scott a week ago, she...
Asheboro couple wins engine dispute after faulty oil change
ASHEBORO, N.C. — What started as a quick oil change before a family vacation turned into a months-long dispute for Kelly and Jamie Allen of Asheboro. Kelly said the trouble began shortly after a family trip to the beach. “When I went to start the car up, it was...
The Crab Cake Benedict Hash At This Diner In North Carolina Is So Good,...
There’s a moment when you take that first bite of crab cake benedict hash at Scrambled Southern Diner in Greensboro and suddenly every road trip you’ve ever taken seems worth it just to have led you here. You know how some dishes just sound fancy on paper but...
Crane overturns during Elon tree removal, forcing road closures and home evacuations
ELON, N.C. — A crane tipped over while a tree company was attempting to remove a large tree, leaving the truck on its rear end, Elon Fire Chief Landon Massey said. The recovery operation began at 2:30 p.m. and continued until 10 p.m. “The situation was pretty unique for...
Residents across North Carolina speak out against pipeline expansion project at state meeting
Environmental advocates and residents from as far as Virginia packed a state meeting in Kernersville on Thursday to oppose the Transco natural gas pipeline project. Applause filled the Kernersville Municipal Council Chambers as dozens of individuals spoke out against the Southeast Supply Enhancement Project. If...
North Carolina students walk out of schools to protest gun violence
GREENSBORO, N.C. — Students across North Carolina left their classrooms Friday as part of a nationwide call to end gun violence in schools. At least 12 schools participated in the walkouts, including Weaver Academy in Greensboro. The effort was part of the Students Demand Action movement, a national protest...
Catherine Johnson leaves lasting legacy at Guilford County’s Family Justice Center
GUILFORD COUNTY, N.C. — What started as a dream in 2014 eventually became a lifeline for survivors. From humble beginnings, the Guilford County Family Justice Center transformed from a concept to a community cornerstone under the leadership of Catherine Johnson. That first year, the Family Justice Center helped...
Greensboro Chamber celebrates community leaders during luncheon
The Greensboro Chamber of Commerce celebrated major economic investments and recognized achievements by people in education, who continue to contribute to a greater quality of life in the region. More than 1,000 people attended the event at Koury Convention Center. The luncheon highlighted Greensboro’s next leap in...