Winston-Salem man wins $10 million after buying scratch-off at convenience store: ‘Happened to be...
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (WGHP) — Christopher Sink, of Winston-Salem, bought a $50 scratch-off on Thursday and won $10 million, according to an NC Education Lottery news release. “Sometimes you have a gut feeling,” he said. “It just happened to be my lucky day.” Sink, an owner of a construction business, bought his...
Boy dies, father sentenced after foster family says warning was ignored
A foster family warned the courts not to send their 4-year-old foster child, Zaydian Dopirak, back to his biological father. Last week, his father was sentenced to prison for Zaydian's death.
Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band Electrify Greensboro, NC
Ringo Starr brought His All Starr Band to Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts in Greensboro, NC and we were so excited to be there for it! It’s absolutely incredible to see Ringo Starr still performing after all of these years. When many legendary performers are retiring or already have, Ringo still...
The Gigantic Discount Store In North Carolina That’s Almost Too Good To Be True
Imagine a treasure hunt where every aisle offers the possibility of discovering that perfect something you didn’t even know you needed—at prices that’ll make your wallet do a happy dance. That’s the everyday reality at Freedom House Thrift on Bridford Parkway in Greensboro, North Carolina. You...
Jazz Master Branford Marsalis Is Wake Forest University’s 2025 Artist-In-Residence
Marsalis, a New Orleans legend and global icon, is best known for his instrumental work across jazz, classical music, film, and Broadway. On June 25, Wake Forest University announced that Grammy-winning jazz musician Branford Marsalis will serve as the university’s 2025 Maya Angelou Artist-in-Residence. Marsalis, a...
Guilford County teacher charged with trafficking fentanyl
GUILFORD COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — A teacher at a Guilford County middle school is among the two people charged after a drug bust, according to the Guilford County Sheriff’s Office. On Wednesday, the Guilford County Narcotics Task Force and Rowan County Sheriff’s Office concluded a narcotics investigation that led to...
Man charged after shooting, injuring 2 at Kernersville Food Lion, police say
KERNERSVILLE, N.C. (WGHP) — A man has been arrested and charged following a shooting that happened at Food Lion Friday evening. According to a news release from the Kernersville Police Department, at 7:12 p.m., officers responded to a shooting at Food Lion on South Main Street and found two victims, a 32-year-old man...
Child in critical condition after being left unattended in hot car in Greensboro; Woman...
GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — A woman is facing a felony child abuse charge after she left a child in a hot car while she was at work, Guilford County court documents show. On Saturday at 12:12 p.m., Greensboro Police, Greensboro Fire, and Guilford County EMS responded to a medical call regarding a young child in […]
Blandwood Mansion And Gardens: A Historic Oasis Awaits
Imagine stepping into a place where history whispers through the walls and every corner tells a captivating story. Welcome to Blandwood Mansion and Gardens, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Greensboro. This isn’t just any historical site; it’s a living testament to the architectural brilliance and rich...
194 workers to be laid off from Wells Fargo in Winston-Salem: WARN notice
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — About 194 employees will be laid off from the Wells Fargo branch in Winston-Salem, according to a WARN notice acquired by WFMY News 2. The employees were notified of the layoffs between April 1 and June 24, with over 150 finding out on June 24. All of the layoffs take effect by the end of August.