North Carolina Billionaire’s Generosity Helps Preserve the State’s Natural Heritage
Millions Donated to Safeguard North Carolina’s Wilderness by Tech Mogul. The recent release of Forbes' annual World's Billionaires list highlights the growing influence of North Carolina’s own Tim Sweeney, founder and CEO of Epic Games.
Woman arrested in 2023 death investigation at Colfax restaurant, Guilford County sheriff says
COLFAX, N.C. (WGHP) — A woman was arrested Friday in connection to a 2023 death investigation at a Colfax restaurant, according to the Guilford County Sheriff’s Office. A press release states that on July 22, 2023, the Guilford County Sheriff’s Office launched a death investigation at the Moose Cafe, located in the...
Rockingham County Sheriff’s Office expects charges soon in McMichael High School staff allegations
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — Two days ago, parents at McMichael High School in Rockingham County received a message that two staff members were suspended after allegations. On Friday, FOX8 learned the staff members’ names, but there is still no word from the school district or the sheriff’s office on what this is...
North Carolina Spring Weather Alert: Heavy Showers and Storms Expected Through Monday
Morehead City, NC – Spring weather in eastern North Carolina is shaping up to be a mix of moderate rip current risks, thunderstorms, and heavy rainfall in the coming days. Starting Sunday, the region will experience scattered showers and storms, with the risk of severe weather increasing by Monday.
More Layoffs Rock North Carolina as Furniture Industry Falters
Furniture Factory Shutdown Marks Another Setback for North Carolina’s Workforce. North Carolina-based furniture supplier Progressive Furniture has announced it will cease operations by the end of the year, laying off all 30 of its employees. The company supplies major retailers such as Walmart, Target, Home Depot,...
North Carolina Locals Are Lining Up At This Hole-In-The-Wall Restaurant For The State’s Best...
You know that feeling when you discover something so delicious, so perfectly executed, that you want to tell everyone you know—but also kind of want to keep it your own secret?. That’s the dilemma with Hot Dog Headquarters in Lillington, North Carolina. This unassuming white building with its...
Grimsley High School dismissing early due to HVAC issues
GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — Grimsley High School will be dismissing early on Friday due to HVAC issues, according to Guilford County Schools. The school will release students at 12:30 p.m. and they will receive lunch prior to leaving. Buses will be released at 12:30 p.m. and students who need to be picked up will need...
WFU Pro Bono Project to assist with expungement petitions on May 5 at Central...
On Saturday, May 5, the Pro Bono Project at Wake Forest University School of Law will be holding an intake event at the Central Library. From 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. attendees can receive information about the expungement process and assistance on how to navigate the system. The process to...
Photos: Fire reported at Burlington-Alamance Regional Airport
ALAMANCE COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — A fire was reported at the Burlington-Alamance Regional Airport on Friday morning. The fire was reported at around 11:01 a.m. on Friday and crews are on the scene investigating. According to Burlington Fire Department officials, there was a fire in a test cell of the maintenance...
Texas Pete hot sauces recalled in 10 states over allergen, labeling issues
The T.W. Garner Food Company issued a recall for certain bottles of its Texas Pete Habanero Buffalo Sauce and Texas Pete Sweet CHAbanero Sauce on Thursday.