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National Night Out is a hit
Two bounce houses were lots of fun at the August 6 National Night Out in Yanceyville. Sheriff Tony Durden was all smiles as he climbed into the dunking booth. Thanks to CATS and the Milton Golf Carts for shuttle service at Caswell Parks & Rec.
Federal judge rules Cornel West will be on North Carolina ballot for November's election
A federal judge has ruled that independent presidential candidate Cornel West must be on North Carolina's ballot for the November election, ruling that the state's logic to keep West off the ballot was flawed.
'It could be all day:' Long wait times at the DMV are plaguing drivers across the state
No one enjoys waiting in long lines, especially at the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). However that’s exactly what’s happening at several offices across the state. At the DMV on Avent Ferry Road Tuesday, people are so desperate to get in that some are camping out, often waiting all day for multiple days, only to be turned away.
CoSquare reopens after lengthy repairs from car crashing through
The day everyone has been waiting for is finally here…CoSquare in Yanceyville has reopened after extensive cleaning and repairing the building after a vehicle (being pursued by the police along Main Street) lost control and rammed into the building. The driver’s car caught on fire, but he was quickly pulled to safety and the fire extinguished during the March 2024 incident. This is the second time in the last few years that a vehicle has caused so much damage to the building. The driver of a motorcycle was killed when he wrecked.
That Weird 10 Commandments Law Has Another Deranged Copycat
State Republican candidates in North Carolina are hopping onto a nationwide Bible bandwagon that’s pushing for the religious text to be a mandatory instructional element in public schools.Speaking with an undercover operative from the Democratic super PAC American Bridge at the Republican National Convention, the Republican nominee to become North Carolina’s public school superintendent, Michele Morrow, praised unconstitutional efforts that have made the Bible and its teachings mandatory reading in states such as Louisiana and Oklahoma. She revealed that she has similar intentions for the Tar Heel State.“I absolutely believe that we need to get elective Bible classes back in...
CARS Tour at Ace Speedway Entry List, Schedule, Storylines & More
For the second time in the 2024 season, both divisions of the zMAX CARS Tour will visit Altamahaw, North Carolina for a date at Ace Speedway. A staple on the CARS Tour schedule since its debut race back in 2018, Ace’s .4-mile layout has provided plenty of tests for drivers when it comes to obtaining and then maintaining track position. Many of the best in series history have embraced those challenges and found their way towards Ace’s victory lane.
Women’s Soccer Hosts George Mason In Season Opener
Elon, N.C.- The Elon Phoenix will open their regular season with a Thursday night contest against the George Mason Patriots. Elon looks to capitalize and build off a strong preseason, following victories over both USC Upstate and East Carolina. The Phoenix begins the season with two players making the honorable...
Parent claims child left outside at Glenn High School; school district responds
FORSYTH COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — The parents of a 7-year-old boy want to know how their son ended up outside under a tree in front of a school instead of inside at an after-school program. Kevin Baker says that when he arrived at Glenn High School in Kernersville on Monday afternoon, staff members didn’t know […]
'Don't panic, but start a pattern of payment': Money expert reacts to the market ups and downs
GREENSBORO, N.C. — The stock market is up and down all around. Inflation is still up, the latest numbers show you're paying 2.9% more for gas, food, and shelter than you did a year ago. The silver lining, the inflation numbers mean the interest rates will most likely go down next month.
Fleet-Plummer celebrating 75 years of family-owned business | WFMY75
GREENSBORO, N.C. — In less than a week, WFMY News 2 turns 75. Over the course of this week, we're also recognizing some of the local businesses that also opened their doors in 1949. Today, we're talking about family-owned retailer, Fleet-Plummer. We sat down with Vice President Reid Plummer to talk about the store's past and future.
Where are they now? WFMY reporter, anchor Doug Allred | WFMY75
GREENSBORO, N.C. — In less than a week, WFMY News 2 turns 75. Over the course of this week, we're catching up with some of the people who you might remember bringing you the news! Today, we go back to the 90s and catch up with former Good Morning Show reporter and anchor Doug Allred.
Police investigating shooting on W. Gate City Blvd.
GREENSBORO, N.C. — The Greensboro Police Department is investigating a shooting that seriously injured a man on the 3600 block of West Gate City Boulevard. The victim was taken to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries. Police are still canvassing the area. Stay with WFMY News 2 as we...
Camp Gives High Schoolers a STEP-Up in Sustainable Research
A little competition fires up high school students, especially when it lets them build something that helps the environment. With help from 3D printers and graduate students at UNC Greensboro and North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, one such competition capped off a week of problem-based learning, centered around an element found in everything from DNA to matches to fertilizer.
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