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Forsyth County Animal Shelter nears capacity after 3 hoarding cases
FORSYTH COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — The number of cats and dogs in the Forsyth County Animal Shelter is up after taking in animals from three recent hoarder cases. The shelter is almost at capacity and was forced to close its doors twice last week due to the uptick in animals coming in. The shelter took in […]
Six-hour council meeting prolonged by Spanish translation during Buckhorn public hearing
A request for annexation and rezoning to allow the construction of a trucking and freight terminal drew a crowd of nearly 200 people, including Buckhorn flea market vendors, who pleaded with Mebane’s city council Monday night to extend the July 15 deadline they’d been given to vacate the premises.
Guilford County’s $35 Million ‘Project Big Joker’ Is No Joke
There has been a flood of big economic development announcements by companies locating in or expanding in Guilford County in recent years, and, as they say, when it rains, it pours: On Friday afternoon, July 5, Guilford County government sent out notice of another such company that’s going to invest $35 million in Guilford County and bring in a lot of jobs to boot.
Aberdeen Police welcome 3-month-old Labradoodle Blue to the force
ABERDEEN, N.C. (WNCN) — After a surprise announcement of a new addition to the Aberdeen Police Department (APD), a new puppy with a fitting name was revealed. The department announced the arrival of Blue, a brown three-month-old labradoodle with a light gray beard, on Friday. Blue was donated to the police by Lucky Country Labradoodles.
Triad college expands to Liberty near Toyota plant
LIBERTY, N.C. — A Triad community college is expanding. Randolph Community College said they have closed on a property in Liberty near the Toyota Battery Manufacturing Greensboro-Randolph Megasite. It's purpose will be for workforce training and outreach. MORE WAYS TO GET WFMY NEWS 2. Subscribe to our daily newsletter...
Mebane flea market closes after 41 years, forcing community of immigrant vendors to relocate
This will be the first weekend in several decades that the Buckhorn Jockey Lot and Flea Market in Mebane won't be bustling with lively crowds of patrons and hundreds of vendors. The Buckhorn flea market — known in Spanish by many as "La Pulga de Mebane" — was an economic...
National Fried Chicken Day is July 6: Check out the deals!
GREENSBORO, N.C. — How do you like your fried chicken? Some out there only eat it hot, but what about that cold picnic chicken, or having cold fried chicken for breakfast?. However you eat it, you can get a deal on it on July 6, National Fried Chicken Day. USA Today made a complete list of deals and with all of them, you can't cash by simply going to the restaurant, you need to have the app or order online.
Guilford Metro 911 Director Named President of National Association
Guilford Metro 911 Executive Director Melanie Jones will now have a new feather in her cap: Jones was named as the new president of the National Emergency Number Association. The organization made the selection at its national conference in Orlando, Florida just before the July Fourth holiday. Jones has a...
Four-star S JaDon Blair makes the call for Notre Dame
JaDon Blair is one of the most highly-coveted safeties in the country. After official visits this spring and throughout June, the four-star defender has locked his decision in. Blair committed to Notre Dame on Friday, picking the Fighting Irish over the likes of Penn State, South Carolina and others. Virginia...
8th Annual King City Pow Wow Returns To North Carolina
Calling all culture enthusiasts! The energetic and vibrant King City Pow Wow returns to King, North Carolina for its 8th year on Saturday, August 10th, and Sunday, August 11th, 2024. This free event offers a chance to immerse yourself in the rich traditions of Native American cultures through dance, music, and community.
Manteo Middle School star Jerry Frazier plays in All-State Football game
The North Carolina All-State Football Game is a three-day event celebrating the top athletes in the state while providing elite training and play opportunities. Athletes are nominated by their coaches, and since 2004, the All-State Game has recognized and rewarded young athletes for their preparation, skill, and sportsmanship. The event...
Officials hit the waters in Washington to make sure boaters keep cool and safe
WASHINGTON, N.C. (WITN) - Saturday was a First Alert Weather Day, and with the high temperatures that hit Eastern Carolina earlier, officials were out on the water to make sure everyone was staying safe, smart, and cool in the heat. “Right between 90 to 95 degrees,” WITN First Alert Forecaster...
Hugh Dillon and Iris Standsropath Deliver a Powerful Moment in Mayor of Kingstown Season 3
The Paramount+ series Mayor of Kingstown, helmed by Taylor Sheridan and Hugh Dillon, navigates a murky world of power brokers, prison systems, and criminal elements. This high-stakes drama, starring Jeremy Renner as Mike McLusky, explores themes of corruption and resilience in the fictional town of Kingstown, Michigan. Hugh Dillon’s Take...
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