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Career-Building Gaming Day at UNCG Celebrates Students Who Take the Lead
North Carolina is home to different paths that turn a love for video games into a career. That was on display at UNC Greensboro’s Esports Arena, where a meeting of student-led organizations helped youth see what skills could prepare them for a dream profession. Middle school and high school...
Mo Green far outpaces Michele Morrow in fundraising as North Carolina superintendent race garners national attention
(WGHP) — While the gubernatorial race has drawn an expectedly high number of eyes and dollars, the North Carolina state superintendent contest was more unexpectedly thrust into the national spotlight after the primaries. Incumbent Republican Catherine Truitt was defeated by far-right challenger Michele Morrow, who then received widespread scrutiny for past comments that elevated conspiracy […]
17-Year-Old Becomes Youngest Black Pilot In North Carolina History
Garner has also earned the praise of his mother, Melissa Dixon, who believes his achievement has laid the groundwork for any future pilots that come after her son. Ryan Garner, a 17-year-old North Carolina pilot, recently became the first and youngest Black pilot to receive his license at Concord’s Goose Creek Airport. He also became the youngest Black pilot in North Carolina history. At first, Garner wasn’t sure he wanted to be a pilot, but after talking with a Delta Airlines pilot, he changed his mind.
Man charged with murder after fatal shooting in Randolph County, deputies say
ASHEBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — A man has been charged with first-degree murder following a fatal shooting on Pisgah Road Friday, the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office reports. Shortly after 8 a.m., RCSO responded to the shooting and found a man with gunshot wounds. The suspect, Joshua Eric Sanders, 36, of Asheboro, was still on the scene […]
One dead, another injured in West Cornwallis Drive shooting in Greensboro
GREENSBORO, N.C. — A man is dead and another person was injured after a shooting on West Cornwallis Drive in Greensboro Friday morning. Greensboro police said a person arrived at the Greensboro Fire Station 5 at 1401 Westover Terrace suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. The man said he...
Husband, wife dead in Burlington murder-suicide, deputies say
ALAMANCE COUNTY, N.C. — Deputies said a husband and wife are dead after a murder-suicide in Burlington Friday. The sheriff's office said it happened at a home on the 3000 block of Beaver Creek Road. Deputies responded to the shots fired call around 7:12 a.m. When deputies arrived, they...
Man accused of impaired driving, hitting responding vehicles at scene of another crash in High Point
HIGH POINT, N.C. (WGHP) — A man was accused of crashing into two patrol cars and a tow truck at the scene of an accident, the High Point Police Department says. On Wednesday around 11:55 p.m., an officer responded to a single-car crash on Interstate 74 West near Jamestown Parkway. The car collided with metal […]
Busta’s Person of the Week: Vanessa Ferguson performs on big stage despite the pain
In 2005, I was the emcee for Triad Idol at the Carolina Theatre in Greensboro. That was the night I heard one of the most beautiful, sweet, yet powerful singers ever. She sang Lauryn Hill’s rendition of Roberta Flack’s classic, “Killing me softly.” Afterward, she received a roaring standing ovation. “Thank you,” she said softly, with gratitude as she bowed to the audience.
$2M Fraud: 3 From Long Island Among 4 Nabbed For Scheme
They have pleaded guilty in federal court in Central Islip to money laundering conspiracy in connection with the scheme involving the global financial services firm based in Menlo Park, California, which is located near San Francisco. Three of the four are Long Island residents:. Edward Hernandez, also known as “Ghost,”...
Gas prices rose from last week: See how much here
Regional gas prices rose for the second consecutive week and reached an average of $3.39 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, up from last week's price of $3.37 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in the Lower Atlantic region has risen about...
FRIDAY REWIND: Men's Basketball Stuns Wake Forest on the Road
Highlights from Georgia Tech vs. Wake Forest (ACC Digital Network) The Yellow Jackets got a walk-off game-winner in the post from Baye Ndongo to seal a 70-69 victory over Wake Forest on the road. It was the first home loss of the season for the Demon Deacons. Miles Kelly led Georgia Tech with 19 points on 7 of 11 field goals.
High of 82 and 50% rain chance on Friday in the Triad
PIEDMONT TRIAD, N.C. (WGHP) —Scattered showers are in the forecast for today, but fewer thunderstorms are expected. Temperatures are going to stay lower than normal, in the lower-80’s. The chance of rain is 50%. Tonight, scattered showers continue, especially west of the Triad. Lows will be mild, near 70°. A stationary front will continue to […]
Headed to the beach this summer? Use extreme caution.
Recent drownings along the North Carolina coast remind us that we always need to use extra caution when we’re around bodies of water. Earlier this month, a teenage girl got caught in a rip current and drowned at Ocean Isle Beach. A few days later a 57-year-old drowning victim died at Surf City. I’ve seen news reports saying that there were nearly 200 rip current rescues along North Carolina’s beaches...
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