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Knife fight leaves four injured at Greensboro hotel, according to fire department
GREENSBORO, N.C. — Four people are injured after a stabbing at the Choice Extended Stay hotel, according to the Greensboro Fire Department. Firefighters said a knife fight broke out on the property. Four people were stabbed. Luckily, none of the injuries are life-threatening. Stay with WFMY News 2 as...
Family and friends continue to search for missing 25-year-old mother of five
GREENSBORO, N.C. — We are nearing the 6-month-mark of the missing person's case involving 25-year-old Marissa Carmichael. Sunday morning, a search party went to her last known location. "It's important for us to be out here almost every day looking for her," close friend Jamie Lipford shared. The Exxon...
Archdale man arrested on several charges during traffic stop, including kidnapping, assault, hit-and-run: Deputies
THOMASVILLE, N.C. — Detectives arrested an Archdale man who was wanted on a number of charges, including kidnapping, hit-and-run, robbery, larceny of a motor vehicle, and assault by strangulation. It happened Friday during a traffic stop in Thomasville. Davidson County sheriff's detectives said Hunter Spencer, 19, was combative as...
WWII veteran, 102, retires after working 36 years as a school crossing guard
GREENSBORO, N.C. (Gray News) – At 102 years old, a beloved crossing guard in North Carolina is finally retiring. The Greensboro Police Department announced Thomas Faucette’s retirement on Friday. Faucette has been a school crossing guard with the police department since 1988 – a whopping 36 years.
Jamaican Singer Navar George Barton Shot Dead in Guyana
GEORGETOWN, Guyana – Police say they have arrested a taxi driver in connection with the death of the Jamaican born singer, Navar George Barton, who was shot and killed on Thursday in Sophia, Greater Georgetown. Police said Friday that Barton, who also resided in Sophia, Greater Georgetown, was shot...
'Sextortion' crimes against teens on the rise in North Carolina
'Sextortion' crimes against teens on the rise in North Carolina. Prior to his release in Winston-Salem, police said 19-year-old Karen Kayden Island (sorry, Kayden Allen) was last seen more than a week ago. He was a passenger in a car that officers tried to pull over last Friday. Investigators found the car in Cary, Grant Park, and authorities stressed that Kayden has not been charged with any crimes. We've spoken with his family, and they say they are heartbroken and think he's just hiding out. They are hosting a prayer vigil in Cary tomorrow night at 6:30 and are inviting anyone to attend. The Guilford County Sheriff's Office is asking for help in the search for a man who has been missing for months. David Mobley, 49, was last seen in February or March. He is 5 feet 5 inches tall and weighs about 115 pounds. Authorities have not released any further details about his disappearance. An event was held in Greensboro focused on keeping gun violence out of the neighborhood. A peace-oriented violence prevention encouragement event was held at Barber Park in Greensboro. Leaders connected with the people they serve through food, music, entertainment and community art projects. Officials also highlighted the efforts being made in the city to address issues surrounding violence and how to solve them. Gun violence is destroying the nation in general, so what we want them to take away from here is education and resources. But at the same time, we want people to know that we are fighting this on the front lines. And we need more people to be unconditionally engaged to reduce this because the future seems bleak at times. But if we lead the way and help on the front lines and get more people involved, we can win this fight. But we have to work together. Last night's event was held in honor of National Gun Violence Awareness Day, and the North Carolina Department of Public Safety and Atrium Health are teaming up to distribute free gun locks later today. The distribution will take place from 9am to 1pm this morning at the Downtown Health Plaza on MLK Jr. Drive. In addition to gun locks, safety items such as life jackets and helmets will also be distributed. Guilford County educators and staff are rallying against the proposed budget. The group marched to the County Commission meeting last night. They are asking for $304 million for the district, but the county budget calls for 266 million teachers. School parents and some school committee members spoke out for more funding to go to education. I think the message was clear that Guilford schools need Guilford support. We are asking for the County Commission to act. We also know that the situation is serious. This is due to a lack of funding at the state level. This was just a public hearing, so no action was taken. There will be more discussion at the June 28 Commission meeting. The Guilford County budget must be approved by July 1, and for this summer, Winston-Salem-Forsyth County Schools will be providing meals for children on weekdays starting June 17. Breakfast and lunch will be provided at more than 20 schools through July 31. The Alamance Burlington School System will also begin its meal program on the same day, but for a slightly longer period, through August 9. Davie County Schools will also provide free meals to children 18 and under from June 18 to August 16. No meals will be provided on July 4th and 5th. Locations are listed on our website, Winston-Salem State University has received more than $1 million in federal funding. This will be paid over five years and will provide tuition assistance to educators who will be undergoing specialized training in early childhood education programs. One professor said this will allow the university to build a comprehensive training program to prepare future teachers so they can make a greater impact on the lives of children with disabilities. As the school year comes to an end, Guilford County will recognize outstanding students who have gone above and beyond expectations. Our school's Lindsay Klein was on hand to hear the school district superintendent congratulate the five graduating students on their achievements. It's been a learning journey for me, and I'm grateful. Guilford County has been the best support I have ever had. The class of 2024 will soon be graduating, and this year, Guilford County Schools graduates have earned a total of $181,086,594 in scholarships. Many will be leaving their hometowns, but we hope they will come back to Guilford County and make plans. On Thursday, five seniors who were outstanding students while attending Guilford County Schools were recognized. Our school principal recommended us as the best students in our school, our role models. There are obviously a lot of other students they could have chosen, so I am honored that they chose me. Sofia Mahmood plans to attend Guilford College to study forensic biology. It's a bit of a coming-of-age moment, but I'm excited for the future. Paul Evans Robinson, who will be graduating from Eastern Guilford High School, plans to attend North Carolina State University to major in architecture and minor in sports management. He says Guilford County Schools has prepared him for a great future. Since middle school.They provided me with the best mentors, the best peers, the best teachers and staff.
High Point police investigate 2 burglaries at local businesses within same hour
HIGH POINT, N.C. — High Point police are investigating two burglaries that occurred within the same hour at businesses less than a mile apart. The first took place at Sweet Dough Bake Shop off 68. Just 15 minutes later, someone stole a safe at Porter House Burger Company on Samet Drive.
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