Women in Motion of High Point helps women meet dreams
HIGH POINT, N.C. (WGHP) — Founded in 2016, Women in Motion of High Point was built on the mission of empowering women and helping them rise to the next level in their personal and professional lives. Leaders believe a key part of that process is developing effective mentors. “I always say we really bring women […]
MacKenzie Scott makes huge donation to WSSU
MacKenzie Scott has gifted WSSU her second major gift in the past five years. The post MacKenzie Scott makes huge donation to WSSU appeared first on HBCU Gameday .
Forsyth County, NC – Police Alert: Gun Found in Student’s Car at High School
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Forsyth County, NC – A North Forsyth High School student has been arrested after deputies reportedly discovered a firearm in his vehicle on campus Monday, according to the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office....
Stainless steel takeout containers gain ground on NC campuses
Single-use, compostable and recyclable takeout containers are on their way out at some North Carolina universities. Stainless steel is taking their place. This fall, UNC Greensboro introduced reusable stainless steel foodware in its campus dining halls, joining UNC Wilmington to become just the second university in...
Greensboro police corporal diagnosed with cancer says community support gives her ability to fight
GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — A Greensboro Police Department corporal is receiving more support than she ever anticipated after being diagnosed with lymphoma. In May 2024, Eka Isangedighi got news that not only shook up her world professionally but also changed everything for her family. “Devastating. I’d just had a...
Greensboro residents continue push for police reform after another viral arrest video
Some Greensboro residents are continuing to call for changes to policing after another video of an arrest has sparked concern. Footage circulating online shows multiple officers holding down Nathaniel Williams, with one beginning to hit him. It’s the latest in a string of videos this year that have resulted in...
Winston-Salem man wins $250k with $5 scratch-off
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (WGHP) — A Winston-Salem man is the lucky winner of a $250,000 lottery prize after spending just $5 on a scratch-off ticket, according to the North Carolina Lottery. Quaylec Icard, of Winston-Salem, bought his winning 20X The Cash Ticket from the Fairgrove Food Shop on Fairgrove Church Road in...
Kirkland’s Home store to close Friendly Center location in January
GREENSBORO, N.C. — The Kirkland's Home store located at Friendly Center in Greensboro will close its doors in late January, the store confirmed to WFMY News 2 on Tuesday. The last day for employees is set for January 26, 2025. Earlier this year, multiple outlets reported that some Kirkland's...
Greensboro man accused of killing woman had pending domestic violence charges involving victim, court...
GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — Court records show that a Greensboro man charged with kidnapping and killing a woman at his home just after Midnight on Monday had pending domestic violence charges against him that involved the victim. Greensboro police arrested and charged 41-year-old Brian Bigelow with kidnapping and...
I’ve Stopped Pretending that Greensboro Police are Here to Protect Us.
A Greensboro resident has publicly expressed frustration and disappointment with the local police department, accusing them of intimidation and overreach. The resident, who shared their experiences on social media, detailed a series of incidents where they felt victimized by the very people meant to protect them. The...
