North Carolina mom’s 24-year disappearance uncovers silent crisis inside American families
A North Carolina woman who vanished more than two decades ago was found alive earlier this year, authorities confirmed — a case an expert says highlights hidden struggles within American families. Michele Hundley Smith, now 63, who was reported missing in December 2001, was located on Feb. 20 in...
Free document shredding and medicine disposal event
A free Document Shredding and Medicine Disposal Collection Day will take place on Saturday, May 16 from 8 AM to 12 Noon at the Randolph County Agricultural Center. Residents can safely dispose of old documents and unused medications during this community cleanup event.
Randolph County Drug Bust Leads to Weapon of Mass Destruction Charge
ASHEBORO, North Carolina — A Randolph County man is facing multiple criminal charges after deputies say a drug investigation led to the discovery of illegal drugs, firearms and a weapon classified as a weapon of mass destruction. According to reporting from WFMY News 2 , deputies searched the Rose Avenue home of...
You lose an hour of sleep this weekend: Why it’s such a big deal
GREENSBORO, N.C. — We all know sleep is important, but with endless advice promising better rest, it can be hard to know where to start. Whether you struggle to fall asleep or simply want to improve your sleep quality, Consumer Reports says focusing on what truly works can make a meaningful difference.
Severe weather risk Sunday in the Piedmont Triad
PIEDMONT TRIAD, N.C. (WGHP) — Another unseasonably warm day has come to an end in the Piedmont Triad and temperatures will fall through the low 70s this evening and into the 60s overnight. By late Saturday night, we’ll have the potential for some isolated to scattered storms. Don’t be surprised if thunder wakes you...
WS/FCS officials talk latest state auditor’s report, social media litigation
Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools officials responded to a new report from the state auditor’s office related to last year’s deficit. At the meeting Thursday night, they also discussed committee appointments and a lawsuit against social media companies. The state auditor shared its initial report on the district...
Gas leak prompts evacuations in Historic Neighborhood
At 10:42 a.m., an E-Alert sent out by Elon University warned the campus of a gas leak and told the community to stay clear of the Historic Neighborhood until further notice. The smell of gasoline had begun to waft over the neighborhood twenty minutes earlier. Soon after, five fire engines congregated on East Haggard...
Serious injuries reported in crash on I-85 South in Guilford County near Mount Hope...
GUILFORD COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — The three right lanes of Interstate 85 South were closed Saturday afternoon near Exit 132 at Mount Hope Church Road due to a crash, according to DriveNC. According to Guilford EMS, they responded with three ambulances and a supervisor. Two patients were transported with serious...
Graham city council members planning tax hike must hope voters have amnesia
Members of Graham’s city council either have a severe case of amnesia – or they’re hoping the city’s voters do. Because three of the council members who less than six months ago, when they were running for office, said that the city’s tax rate of 30.99 cents per $100 valuation was “about right,” have now decided it’s...
From rugs to textiles to furniture: 9 home companies seek tariff refunds
High Point, N.C. – At least nine home-related companies have turned to the U.S. Court of International Trade seeking refunds for tariffs they say were unlawfully collected by U.S. Customs and Border Protection, escalating a legal fight that could have broad implications for companies that rely on global sourcing.

















