Drug Busts Keep Coming In Guilford County
The Guilford County Sheriff’s Office just announced two big drug arrests — continuing a theme that started earlier this year in which law enforcement has been racking up some big busts with some big hauls. On Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025, the Sheriff’s Narcotics Task Force executed two search...
Local Government Commission unanimously approves independent audit for WSFCS
RALEIGH — The North Carolina Local Government Commission unanimously approved an independent audit to be conducted for Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools related to the district’s $46 million budget deficit and financial mismanagement at its September meeting. The audit will aim to fix the school district’s poor...
Dog rescued during Hurricane Helene becomes store greeter in Greensboro
GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — A 2-year-old Anatolian Shepherd named Kojak is ready to work at a Greensboro hardware store. After 12 weeks of training, Kojak is now a full-time employee. However, just a year ago, Kojak’s future didn’t seem so bright. He was one of the thousands of western North Carolina animals that were...
Walkouts, protests erupt across the WS/FCS district
Following the announcement of district-wide layoffs, walkouts, protests and displays of solidarity between staff and students have taken hold across the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School District. The board voted six to three to eliminate 222 staff positions, which were effective Sept. 12. The layoffs were approved...
2 in hospital after unrelated shootings in Greensboro on Bernau Avenue, Avalon Road, police...
GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — One person is in the hospital after a shooting in Greensboro on Sunday, according to a Greensboro Police Department news release. At 1:02 am, Greensboro officers responded to the 4200 block of Bernau Avenue when they were told about an aggravated assault. Responding officers found a victim...
Greensboro police investigating report of shots fired in parking deck of NC A&T University
GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — Greensboro police are investigating reports of shots fired in a parking deck on the North Carolina A&T University campus on Sunday, according to an announcement made by the university. At 4:24 a.m., NC A&T police responded to Obermeyer Parking Deck when they were told about shots being fired...
NC skateboarder hit by drunk driver claims North Myrtle Beach bars at fault
A North Carolina skateboarder hit by a drunk driver is suing two North Myrtle Beach bars, claiming they continued to serve the driver alcohol when he was already intoxicated. John Dallas Idol III, of Guilford County, was struck by a vehicle on Aug. 4, 2023, when he was riding his skateboard on Duffy Street, the...
There’s A Whole Lot Wrong With Local Leadership In Greensboro
Letter to the Editor from Rhino Times reader Joe Waters. I am a concerned citizen. Check that. I am an outraged citizen. The current leadership exemplified from the Greensboro City Council, City Manager and Staff, and Police Chief is nothing short of willful negligence. The basic priorities of local government...
12 Mom-And-Pop Diners In North Carolina That Locals Can’t Stop Talking About
Want to find the best mom-and-pop diners in North Carolina that have everyone buzzing?. These 12 family-owned gems offer delicious food and warm hospitality!. 1. Big Ed’s North Restaurant (Raleigh) Big Ed’s knows how to make an impression that sticks. The name tells you everything – this place...
How will NC merger between Elon, Queens play out? Other schools offer clues
Queens University of Charlotte’s planned merger with Elon University has left students, faculty and alumni wondering what comes next. The two private schools announced this week they intend to merge by August 2026, with Elon set to operate Queens. Leaders say the deal is designed to create a “stronger, more...
