Reflections on the Greensboro Lunch Counter
A short film from the National Museum of American History. Civil Rights activists Joseph McNeil, Diane Nash, and John Lewis reflect on the history and legacy of the lunch counter from the F. W. Woolworth department store in North Carolina and the sit-in campaign that began on February 1, 1960.
High Point neighbors voice their concerns over proposed homeless shelter in their
HIGH POINT, N.C. — Nearly every seat at Monday night's meeting was filled by neighbors in High Point, most of them against a proposed homeless shelter. Many spoke out during the listening session. The latest information shows there are more than 600 homeless people across Guilford County, most of...
Irish Good Wants to Bring Her Experience to Greensboro’s District 2
Irish Good has lived in Greensboro her whole life—and spent much of it working in city government. After a 35-year career with the city’s fire department and in People & Culture (formerly Human Resources), she’s now seeking a seat on the Greensboro City Council in District 2.
Triad high school keeps students engaged with clubs
HIGH POINT, N.C. (WGHP) — It’s an opportunity day at T. Wingate Andrews High School in High Point. It’s a day where students can learn about the clubs and organizations offered at the school that they can take part in this school year. At Andrews, students can choose from everything from E-Sports to Future Business […]
High Point Mourns Passing of Gabriel Stainback
HIGH POINT, N.C. – The High Point University community is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Gabriel Stainback, who tragically passed on September 13, 2025. Stainback was a 2021 graduate of High Point and was a member of the track and field team during his four years. He was 26 years old.
Part Of Guilford County Tax Revaluation Process Is A Black Box
When Guilford County taxpayers line up at an upcoming Thursday, Oct. 2, public hearing for people to comment on or challenge the way the Guilford County Tax Department is determining property values for 2026, many will be surprised to learn that part of the information about how the county’s revaluation process...
Summerfield accuses ex-employees of ‘potential criminal’ wrongdoing
SUMMERFIELD, N.C. (WGHP) — The Town of Summerfield is accusing former employees of “potential criminal” wrongdoing. The News & Record reports that the allegations of wrongdoing by Summerfield involve the former town manager, Scott Whitaker and former finance officer Dee Hall. On Thursday, Summerfield announced that...
Raleigh Braces for Week of Rain and Thunderstorms, NWS Issues Flash Flood Watch for...
Raleigh residents should prepare for a wet and stormy week ahead, as the National Weather Service (NWS) Raleigh NC branch forecasts a high chance of rain and possible thunderstorms. Starting this afternoon, there's a slight chance of rain with mostly cloudy skies and a high near 76 degrees. The calm before the storm,...
Juvenile killed in shooting in Asheboro, NC County deputies say
ASHEBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — A juvenile was killed in a shooting in Asheboro earlier this month, according to the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office. On Saturday, Sept. 6, deputies responded to an “unknown situation” on Hickory Drive involving a person who had been shot. A juvenile was found suffering from a gunshot wound....
Furnitureland South comes full circle with new store’s opening
HIGH POINT — The gallery-style merchandising strategy executed at Top 100 retailer Furnitureland South got its start long before it moved to its Jamestown, N.C., home. In fact, those roots can be traced to the new Furniture Market Clearance Center at 2200 S. Main St. here, as it was the home of one of the earliest...
