More than 165 people respond to rising Duke Energy bills; customers question sudden spikes
GREENSBORO, N.C. — Across the Piedmont, customers say their Duke Energy bills have jumped — in some cases by hundreds of dollars. For Kelly Henshaw, the increase has been dramatic. Her home’s power bill reached $530 this month. But she says what shocked her most was the bill...
A $10 Check Turned Into $2,500: Local MLK Keynote Speaker Caught in Growing Check...
WINSTON-SALEM — What began as a routine $10 subscription payment has become a cautionary tale for the entire community. Dr. Larry D. Little, who recently delivered the keynote address at Winston-Salem’s annual Martin Luther King Jr. Prayer Breakfast, said he was stunned to learn that a check he placed in a U.S....
Axton man arrested in N.C. in connection to Martinsville restaurant shooting
MARTINSVILLE, Va. (WDBJ) - The North Carolina State Highway Patrol has arrested a man from Axton who’s accused of firing his gun during a fight at a Martinsville restaurant early Saturday, March 1, 2026, according to the Martinsville Police Department. At 1:39 a.m., officers responded to a report of...
Sheriff’s Office: Moving Truck Hit and Run in Hillsborough Ends With Dramatic Chase, Stop...
A Virginia man faces several charges in North Carolina after an extensive vehicle pursuit that began with a hit-and-run case in Orange County. The Orange County Sheriff’s Office shared a release on Monday afternoon detailing the incident from Sunday night. Law enforcement officials were dispatched at 10:20 p.m. to...
Downed power pole closes Gallimore Dairy Road between E. Airpark Road, Burnt Poplar Road,...
GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — A downed power pole is causing road closures in Greensboro. According to the Greensboro Police Department, Gallimore Dairy Road is closed in both directions between East Airpark Road and Burnt Poplar Road due to a crash that involved a downed power pole. Duke Energy is on scene. The call...
A classic dose of faith
Frank Campbell doesn’t trust me to help load his boat. The longtime Niagara River guide has good reason to be cautious. The last time I tried to help someone load a boat in the intense current of that river, their hull ended up with a scratch (it might have been a gouge, but I worry not about semantics). So I stood...
Elon Pulls Away From Terriers
ELON – The Elon women's tennis team (5-2) fended off early challenges in singles from Wofford (3-3) on Saturday, coming through several close matches to post a 4-0 sweep against the Terriers at the Jimmy Powell Tennis Center. Five of the six first sets in singles went 10-plus games,...
Triad Area Events in March 2026
March offers a variety of interesting and exciting events for families to experience in and around the Triad. Here are some of the top offerings:. The Blue Man Group is a blend of captivating music, interactive art, and audience engagement. It’s a fun, disruptive, and out-of-the-ordinary atmosphere. Eric Church:...
Rockingham County, NC – Police Seek Tips, Offer $5K in 2023 Killing Investigation
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Rockingham County, N.C. – Investigators in Rockingham County are renewing efforts in a 2023 fatal shooting, seeking public tips. The Rockingham County Sheriff’s Office has rebroadcast surveillance photos...
Where History Meets Hardwood (and Heavy Stones!)
Hunt for quirky antiques, design a dream kitchen, or hike scenic trails. Eden offers small-town charm with massive, creative ideas!. Located in the heart of Rockingham County, Eden is proving that “small town” doesn’t mean “small ideas”. Whether you’re hunting for a relic, a degree, or the perfect kitchen island,...

















