15-year-old girl reported missing in Guilford County
GREENSBORO, N.C. — Police are asking for the public’s help to find a 15-year-old girl who has been missing since September 16. Emma Henderson was last seen in wearing a black shin-length robe and bedroom slippers. She is described as 5-foot-5, weighing 104 pounds, with black and red hair and brown eyes.
Check out Dot & Pearl’s Bakery in High Point
HIGH POINT, N.C. (WGHP) — Tens of thousands of people from across the world will travel to High Point next month for the semi-annual International Home Furnishings Market. And for many, one local bakery is a must-stop during their trip. Dot and Pearl’s on Lexington Avenue in High Point has become both a local...
Del Taco expands in North Carolina
Del Taco has opened a location in Kernersville, North Carolina, according to a press release. It's the first location for franchise owner Alex McCourt of DKernersville LLC, alongside owners Paresh Patel and Dawn Headen. "We are excited to introduce Kernersville and the Triad to Del Taco with our first location,"...
About 300 WS/FCS employees moved to 10-month contracts as reduction in force continues
FORSYTH COUNTY, N.C. — Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools notified about 300 employees Monday that their jobs are being reduced to 10-month contracts (215 workdays) beginning in fiscal year 2026. District officials say the change is part of the board-approved reduction-in-force (RIF). This change is projected to...
Grant helps county schools to add more school resource officers
Grant money is funding new positions for school resource officers (SROs) to boost their presence in schools. This month, Randolph County Commissioners approved two new positions to support three of the four Randolph County School (RCS) zones. Dr. Stephen Gainey, school superintendent, said they are moving quickly on...
Six Arrested, Drugs and Guns Seized in Asheboro Search Warrant
ASHEBORO, N.C. (ACME NEWS) — Six people were arrested Thursday after Randolph County sheriff’s deputies seized drugs, firearms and cash during a search warrant at an Asheboro home. The Randolph County Sheriff’s Office Vice Narcotics Unit said it had been investigating drug distribution in the county. On Sept....
WSFCS Lay-offs & Furloughs: Will staff be eligible for unemployment benefits?
GREENSBORO, N.C. — The budget deficit for Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools is impacting hundreds of staff, from lay-offs to re-assignments and furloughs. READ THE LATEST WITH WSFCS HERE. 2 Wants To Know: Are laid-off or furloughed school staff eligible for unemployment benefits? For those laid off, NC Commerce...
5 people injured after shooting at large Alamance County party, deputies say
GREEN LEVEL, N.C. — Five people were injured after a shooting broke out at a massive party in Alamance County over the weekend. According to the Alamance County Sheriff's Office, deputies responded to the intersection of Florence Road and West Simpson Road in Green Level around 3:20 a.m. on Saturday after a call...
Greensboro’s community safety director recognized for violence reduction work
The National Offices of Violence Prevention Network presented Greensboro Community Safety Director Latisha McNeil with the Trailblazer of the Year Award. The recognition is for directors who develop innovative approaches to reducing violence. McNeil created the city’s Comprehensive Community Safety plan, which was...
Guilford County deputies arrest 2 for alleged theft of Duke Energy equipment that caused...
GUILFORD COUNTY, N.C. — Two men were arrested on Monday after deputies said they stole Duke Energy equipment that caused an estimated $1 million in damage and left thousands of people without power. According to the Guilford County Sheriff's Office, deputies executed two search warrants on Old Julian Road...
