Triad family thankful as daughter finishes cancer treatment
MADISON, N.C. — Days before Thanksgiving, the Smoot family is experiencing a kind of gratitude they once only hoped for. After spending months in Philadelphia for their daughter Lilah’s medical care, Tyler and Katelynn Smoot returned home to North Carolina with uplifting news: 2-year-old Lila has completed her...
27-year-old man dead in crash with tractor-trailer in Rockingham County
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY, N.C. — A 27-year-old is dead after colliding with a tractor-trailer in Rockingham County on Tuesday, Nov. 25, according to the North Carolina State Highway Patrol. A tractor trailer hauling mulch crashed with a Toyota Corolla on US 29 S near Benaja Road at around 3:20 p.m.,...
Construction projects delayed as workers fear Border Patrol arrests in N.C.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Construction projects are being delayed across North Carolina after Customs and Border Protection's “Operation Charlotte’s Web" led to more than 300 immigration-related arrests from Charlotte to Raleigh. Hundreds of construction workers have been calling out of work in Charlotte, Raleigh, Greensboro...
First community forums kick off police chief selection
The City of Greensboro held its first round of public input sessions last week as part of the search for its next police chief. The sessions are designed to gather feedback from residents on the qualities, priorities and expectations for the city’s future law enforcement leader. The meetings follow...
Turkey Day Weekend And City Parks, Cemeteries, And More
City of Greensboro offices and facilities will be closed on Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28, in observance of Thanksgiving – and a wide range of city services will operate on an adjusted schedule for the holiday. There will be no garbage, recycling, bulk trash, yard waste or...
Downtown Greensboro Street Closures Begin December 1 for Resurfacing; Local Residents Advised to Plan...
Starting December 1, 2024, resurfacing work will close several downtown lanes in Greensboro, North Carolina. Closures will occur on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and continue until December 19. The affected streets are South Davie Street, East Market Street, East Washington Street, and East McGee Street.
Let’s Stop Playing The Incentives Game
From Rhino Times Reader “Term Limits.” (This was actually a comment on a story but I am running it in this space because it does raise an important question as to whether the incentives structure in the area has gone too far. After all, it is likely most of these companies would locate here anyway and, since those...
Whataburger’s 24/7 Debut on Harvey Street: Big Crowds, Early Deals, and Mixed First Impressions
This article contains content summarized with AI. Learn more. Texas-based Whataburger opened its first Winston‑Salem restaurant at 291 Harvey Street on Monday, October 6, 2025—drawing long lines, giveaways, and an all‑day “Whataburger Bash.” The new spot also brings round‑the‑clock service to town.
Quiet Pour, Big Debut: Cooper’s Hawk Soft‑Opens at Friendly Center, Bringing Napa‑Style Tastings to...
This article contains content summarized with AI. Learn more. After months of anticipation, Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant has begun soft‑opening service at Friendly Center—the brand’s first North Carolina location. Early guests describe “practice run” and opening‑event meals with strong marks for service and...
Local church serves Thanksgiving breakfast to community members in need
GREENSBORO, N.C. — A warm holiday breakfast was served on Thanksgiving Day thanks to volunteers at St. Stephen United Church of Christ. It opened its doors for its annual Thanksgiving breakfast. The event has been held for 11 years, filling the church’s fellowship hall with people who need a...

















