Property Revaluations Across NC Set Stage For Guilford’s 2026 Numbers
When Guilford County property owners get their new tax values on Jan. 1, 2026, most will see figures well above what’s now on their annual bills. The Tax Department predicts property values will rise about 48 percent on average for Guilford County property owners, and homes, in particular, could climb closer to 50...
Jim Melvin, One Of Greensboro’s Greatest, Passes At Age 92
Anyone who’s now getting along in age and grew up in the city of Greensboro is highly aware of the tremendous impact that former Mayor Jim Melvin had on shaping of modern Greensboro. Sadly, the man who devoted so much of his life to trying to improve and advance the city died in the early morning hours of Sunday,...
Insurance error leads to thousands in out-of-pocket medical costs, one family fights back
GREENSBORO, N.C. — Teresa Welch has a knack for organization, especially when it comes to her husband's medical paperwork. So, she was taken aback when a radiology bill arrived unexpectedly. “Of course, got a bill from [the] hospital," Welch said. She also received additional bills, and one of those...
160 Acre North Carolina Estate With Ballroom & Chapel (PHOTOS)
Listed with Vickie Gallimore of RE/MAX Central Realty. LOCATION: 1669 Moore Road, Asheboro, North Carolina. This 160 acre estate is located at 1669 Moore Road in Asheboro, North Carolina and features a main house, cabin with living quarters, detached 6-car garage, chapel, 4-stall barn with guest quarters and a...
Man hit, killed by vehicle after falling onto North Patterson Avenue, Winston-Salem police say
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (WGHP) — A man has been killed after falling into the road in Winston-Salem. According to Winston-Salem Police Department, on Saturday night around 11:45 p.m., a car was driving down North Patterson Avenue. “For reasons unknown at this time,” Reginald Denard Carson, 67, was on the outside of this...
Family leans on faith after deadly stabbing of Greensboro woman
REIDSVILLE, N.C. — The parents and sister of 27-year-old Brianna Parker spoke through tears at their Reidsville church, remembering her as strong, sincere, loving — and above all — faithful. Less than a week after her death, Ervin and Porcia Best, along with their oldest daughter, Bianca...
One person dead after being struck by vehicle in North Carolina
NORTH CAROLINA — A 67-year-old man was killed Saturday night after being struck by a car on N. Patterson Avenue, police said. Authorities identified the victim as Reginald Carson. Investigators said Carson was hanging onto a passenger through the window of a southbound vehicle when the car slowed down, causing him to...
Racing driver passes during a race at Bowman Gray Stadium
Robbie Brewer suffered a heart attack while racing at Bowman Gray Stadium Bowman Gray Stadium is a famed short track located in Winston Salem, North Carolina. On Saturday night, the track hosted a weekly racing program. In the Sportsman feature, Robbie Brewer, driver of the No. 17 car appeared to lose control. He...
Here’s your weekend forecast in the Piedmont Triad
(WGHP) — There are scattered showers and areas of drizzle still lingering across the Piedmont this morning, so you may still want your umbrella for the morning drive. The best news is that we will have gradual but steady clearing throughout the day. Skies are going to be partly cloudy through the afternoon and...
‘A beloved leader’: North Carolina Zoo remembers director, CEO Pat Simmons
ASHEBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — The North Carolina Zoo just named an interim director to lead the zoo while they search for Pat Simmons’ permanent replacement. Simmons passed away last month after a five-year battle with cancer. In this week’s Zoo Filez, FOX8’s Shannon Smith shares the lasting legacy she leaves behind.
