Carolina Curious: Why are there two courthouses in Guilford County?
Every county in North Carolina has a courthouse. But Guilford is a rare exception — it’s the only county with two. In this installment of Carolina Curious, WFDD’s Paul Garber has the story. There’s one courthouse in Greensboro, the county seat, but also one in High Point....
Video: Winston-Salem apartment fire leaves several displaced
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (WGHP) — Several people have been displaced as a result of a large apartment fire in Winston-Salem. The Winston-Salem Fire Department says the call for the fire came in at around 12:41 a.m. on Monday. The fire took place at an apartment complex on the 100 block of Sedgefield Place Lane near...
Vandalism hits Reidsville restaurant, but owners say ‘this won’t stop us’
REIDSVILLE, N.C. — A downtown Reidsville building that had recently undergone renovations was vandalized Monday, leaving a freshly painted back door damaged, a fire extinguisher discharged, and building materials scattered across the site. The property, home to La Boca Loca, has been part of a broader effort to...
‘An amazing blessing’: NC nonprofits help mother of 3 drive toward better future
GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — A Greensboro mother of three will have a smooth ride to school and work for her and her kids going forward, thanks to two local non-profits that helped her get an affordable set of wheels. Nyaria Alston said she’s grateful to GenerationEd and Wheels4Hope for helping her on her path forward....
The Coliseum Is For The Birds – The Young Birds, That Is!
On May 11, I ordered tickets for the Andrea Bocelli concert to be held at the First Horizon Coliseum at Greensboro Complex. Having enjoyed a Bocelli concert several years ago, I knew to look forward to a wonderful evening. Alas, that was not to be. When I purchased the concert...
Section of West Gate City Boulevard in Greensboro reopens after crash, police say
GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — A section of West Gate City Boulevard was closed Saturday morning due to a crash involving a downed power line, according to the Greensboro Police Department. West Gate City Boulevard was closed in both directions from Eugene Street to Fulton Street, and Freeman Mill Road was closed in both...
Keep rain gear handy this week in the Piedmont Triad
PIEDMONT TRIAD, N.C. (WGHP) — A wet week awaits us, which is welcome news after a very lengthy stretch of dry weather. As we enter the last few days of October, monthly rainfall totals are only at 0.08”, which is dramatically below normal. That will change beginning Monday as showers are likely to move in […]
Greensboro mayoral candidates share visions for the city’s future in community debate
GREENSBORO, N.C. — On Sunday, two veteran public officials vying to become Greensboro's next mayor shared their plans for the city during a debate hosted by the Greensboro Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., at Providence Baptist Church. At the event, which was moderated by WFMY News...
City Seeks Nominations For Local Civil Rights Champions
The Greensboro Human Rights Commission is once again asking for the public’s help in finding a local hero. The commission is now accepting nominations for the “Everyday Champion of Civil Rights Award” – which will be presented during the city’s annual Martin Luther King Jr. breakfast early next year. The theme of the...
Open Your Homes and Hearts: The Dogs Of Greensboro, NC Need You!
Whether you're thinking about adopting a pet or simply delight in watching cute animals, you'd find a plethora of endearing pets awaiting adoption at animal shelters across and close to greensboro..
