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...
Cone Elementary School dismissing students at noon due to ‘major plumbing issue’
GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — Cone Elementary School in Greensboro is dismissing its students early due to a “major plumbing issue,” according to Guilford County Schools. Due to the plumbing issue, the school’s power needs to be turned off. As a result, the school is dismissing students at noon. Students will get lunch...
‘No One Fights Alone’: Alamance County’s Crystal Thompson rings bell after cancer battle
ALAMANCE COUNTY, N.C. — For more than 12 years, Crystal Thompson co-chaired Relay for Life in Alamance County. She dedicated her life to walking beside people with cancer, raising funds, and lending strength to those enduring their darkest days. Then the fight came for her. Thompson received a breast...
County Taxpayers To Pay A Million And A Half For 420 New Jobs
One could argue that right now Guilford County needs more homes and infrastructure than it does jobs, but that isn’t stopping the county from spending money to bring in more new jobs. The Guilford County Board of Commissioners went into closed session following the board’s open meeting on Thursday,...
Piedmont Triad could see showers, thunderstorms Thursday
(WGHP) — The Piedmont might have to dodge a few afternoon and evening thunderstorms on Thursday. A weak cold front will approach the Carolinas on Thursday. Ahead of the front, we might see a few afternoon or evening thunderstorms. It will be a warm day with highs in the middle 80s. Skies will be partly […]
Locals Adore This CUTE Hole in the Wall in Greensboro, NC
Tucked away on Battleground Avenue, this father-son operated gem transforms simple breakfast fare into something extraordinary. Dear Dad’s has become Greensboro’s go-to morning destination where locals gather for generous portions and unbeatable hospitality. Ryan and Haras Sajad created this cozy spot that feels like...
Forest Oaks Wants Some Land Plan Respect
At its Thursday, Sept. 4 meeting, the Guilford County Board of Commissioners wrapped up more than two years of staff work by unanimously adopting a new comprehensive land use plan for the county. The document, which now covers every corner of Guilford County, is intended to provide the framework for how growth and...