Bird flu continues in N.C.: Backyard flocks test positive in three counties
A backyard flock in Rutherford County recently tested positive for bird flu, according to the North Carolina Department of Agriculture. It is one of three confirmed cases of high path avian influenza in the state in the past 30 days. Union County, an hour outside of Charlotte, and Guilford County, which includes...
Greensboro bar sued for allegedly performing copyrighted music without permission
GREENSBORO, N.C. — Four music publishers have sued Greene Street Entertainment, Inc., alleging its downtown Greensboro bar, One Thirteen Brewhouse + Rooftop, played copyrighted songs without a license. The lawsuit, filed Oct. 14 in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina, claims the venue...
High Point Whataburger’s grand opening on Monday
HIGH POINT, N.C. (WGHP) — Whataburger is continuing its expansion into the Triad with the grand opening of an additional location on the horizon. Whataburger’s first High Point location will open its doors on Monday, October 20. The store is located at 2713 North Main Street and features a double drive-thru and a...
“No Kings” Protest in Greensboro set to draw 3,000 protesters
GREENSBORO, N.C. — Multiple “No Kings” demonstrations are planned across the Triad on Saturday as part of a nationwide movement calling for the preservation of democracy and opposition to authoritarian leadership. Events are scheduled to take place across the U.S. on Oct. 18, with protests in Greensboro...
‘Life-changing’: Nonprofit provides transportation for people in need
Wheels 4 Hope is a nonprofit that provides reliable, affordable vehicles to people in need.
‘Ashamed to be a Spartan.’ Strong Reactions To UNC-Greensboro Police Altercation
Carolina Public Press–A physical altercation between three UNC-Greensboro Police officers and a man and woman during a Monday traffic stop is drawing criticism from UNCG students and civil rights groups. Video footage of the incident shows officers grabbing and cursing at a man during the arrest and kneeling on top...
Guilford County announces its first long-term recovery and treatment center
Guilford County leaders and staff gathered on October 14 to announce the progress in the county’s efforts to address homelessness and substance abuse—the upcoming opening of the Reverend Prince Edward Graves Recovery and Treatment Center, the county’s first long-term residential treatment facility. “This is really a...
North Carolina Takes Flight with New GTCC Aviation Center, Bolstering State’s Aerospace Industry and...
North Carolina's skies are set to become even busier with the commencement of the new Aviation Center at Guilford Technical Community College. Governor Josh Stein was present to mark this significant occasion, positioning the state as a front-runner in aerospace innovation. As reported by the office of the Governor,...
Greensboro city planners seek input on Spring Garden Corridor Plan
GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — Community conversation is just getting started right now in Greensboro, where city staff is asking for your input that could help shape the future of one of the city’s busiest corridors. The open house for the Spring Garden Corridor Plan was held at Lindley Park Recreation Center on...
80s Heavyweight Contender Eddie Gregg Passes
Heavyweight contender of the 1980s, Eddie Gregg, passed earlier this week in his sleep in Greensboro, NC. Gregg was a standout amateur out of the New York City Recreation Department’s St.John’s Center. Gregg New York Golden Gloves Championships: the 1977 Sub-Novice Heavyweight Championship, and the 1978 Open...
