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Kernersville man wins $4 million after buying $3 ticket
KERNERSVILLE, N.C. (WGHP) — Craig Adolff, of Kernersville, bought a $3 Mega Millions ticket and won a $4 million prize, according to an NC Education Lottery news release. Adolff bought his winning Quick Pick ticket for the April 23 drawing online. He matched all five white balls to win $1 million, and the prize quadrupled […]
F.W. Woolworth building one step closer to becoming a national landmark
GREENSBORO, N.C. — An important meeting on Wednesday led to the F.W. Woolworth building that houses the International Civil Rights Center and Museum getting a big honor. A committee with the National Park Services has taken the first step to make the building a national landmark. WFMY News 2...
Remembering when the Greensboro Children's Museum opened in May 1999 | Vault Visit
GREENSBORO, N.C. — This year, WFMY News 2 turns 75! So, to celebrate, we're opening the WFMY News 2 vault. May 15, 1999, changed the family entertainment landscape in Greensboro. It's the day the Greensboro Children's Museum opened! The venue features 3500 square feet of displays and kid-focused fun...
Sprouting success: Southern Guilford Elementary tests outdoor garden concept, and it's growing huge success
GREENSBORO, N.C. — Kindergarten teacher Erin Kenny once famously said, "Children cannot bounce off the walls, if you take away the walls." That sentiment is what sprouted the seeds a new garden project at Southern Guilford Elementary School in Greensboro, where children are getting out of the desk- to- chalkboard-setup and immersing themselves in nature every day.
Jazz musician legend grew up in North Carolina
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - Jazz Appreciation Month was celebrated across the United States in April, and nowhere was it more appropriate than here in North Carolina. That’s because John Coltrane, the most influential jazz artist in music history, was born and raised in North Carolina. Drive by a small,...
Scrappy is looking for a Scooby to adopt him
GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — Meet Scrappy, our FOX8 Pet of the Day!. If you’re interested in adopting this pet or any other pets at Guilford County Animal Services, please call (336) 641-3401 or visit the Guilford County Animal Services website. Guilford County Animal Services is located at 980...
City leaders unveil plans for Expedition Rainforest at Greensboro Science Center
GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) – A hands-on, one-of-a-kind experience is coming to the Greensboro Science Center. City and state leaders gathered Wednesday morning to unveil Expedition Rainforest. The goal is to bring a tropical rainforest to the Triad. You’ll walk into the greenhouse and see animals like sloths, exotic birds, monkeys and leopards. It’ll be an […]
The High Point Historical Society hosts Benjamin Briggs
HIGH POINT, N.C. — Those interested in history and preservation can add this High Point event to their calendar!. The High Point Historical Society Monthly Program Series is Wednesday, May 15, at 10 a.m. at the High Point Museum at 1859 E. Lexington Avenue. This program is free and open to the public.
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