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Randolph County historian preserves piece of local history

RANDOLPH COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — A local historian is working to preserve and tell the history of the Poor House in Randolph County.  The original property was more than 200 acres. Today, it is about one acre off Caraway Mountain Road and is the final resting place of more than 400 people who lived at the […]

Randolph County, NC · 1d

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This North Carolina Town Was Just Named The Most Boring In The State, And Residents Might Have Something To Say

“Most boring town” sounds pretty harsh once I start looking at what is actually around here. There is a lake nearby, quiet walking trails, and enough open countryside to make the whole place feel more peaceful than dull. That distinction matters to me. This small North Carolina community grew...

Stokesdale, NC · 1d
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When will we know who wins the NC 5th district race? | 2 Wants to Know

North Carolina · 2d

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A pro-ICE sheriff, once investigated for racist slurs, is ousted in North Carolina

This story originally appeared in Bolts and is republished with permission. On Tuesday, a Black pastor who campaigned against racial profiling and eliminating the “good ol’ boy system” of policing ousted six-term North Carolina Sheriff Terry Johnson, an Alamance County Republican who has faced accusations of racism and illegal policing tactics throughout his time in office.

Alamance County, NC · 17h
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Greensboro eliminates 10 city positions

A review of the city of Greensboro's staffing and operations identified 10 jobs across several departments that will be eliminated in January in order to cut costs. In a meeting last month, officials announced they were working to identify potential cuts following the city’s placement on a state financial watchlist.

Greensboro, NC · 3d

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Randolph County commissioners honor outgoing board member

ASHEBORO — At the Randolph County Board of Commissioners’ Nov. 2 meeting, the board recognized outgoing Commissioner Hope Haywood, who didn’t run for reelection in this fall’s election. “We stay busy and we do a lot, but we’ve never had a harder working commissioner than Hope...

Randolph County, NC · 2d

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Alamance County Elects First Black Sheriff, Ousting 24-Year Incumbent Johnson

Alamance County voters fired their sheriff of 24 years on Tuesday, handing the job to a local pastor and former detention officer who promised to pull back the county's role in federal immigration enforcement. Shannon L. Long, running as an unaffiliated candidate, defeated six-term Republican Sheriff Terry Johnson with 52.4% of the vote, becoming the county's first Black sheriff-elect.

Alamance County, NC · 3d

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Proclamations, well-wishes pour in for Siler City’s newest centenarian

It’s been said growing old is a privilege because not everyone gets to do it. So if that’s the case, then Allene Coltrane of Siler City is among the truly blessed. To commemorate her turning 100 in October, family and friends took time out in the busyness of life to mark the occasion with a reception at her home church – Community Baptist – on October 4 that included well-wishes from both national and local notables.

Siler City, NC · 2d

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After a Racist Chant, Davidson County Must Face its School Segregation

What was said: “Attention, everybody! Make noise if you hate n******! “

Thomasville, NC · 4d

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A Regional Food Distributor Is Winding Down Three Sites, and 181 Jobs Are on the Line

Foster is winding down its North Carolina food distribution operations in Winston-Salem, Greenville, and Colfax after losing major customer contracts. State WARN filings list 181 affected workers, with separations running through March 5, 2027.

Colfax, NC · 3d

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Greensboro relying on other sources for water to meet demand amid stage 2 restrictions

GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — The City of Greensboro’s stage two mandatory water restrictions went into effect Tuesday, but enforcement won’t begin until Monday. And while residents and businesses are being asked to cut back on water use, the city said it’s fortunate to have other sources to help meet demand. As Greensboro deals with tighter […]

Greensboro, NC · 2d

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Alamance County's Growth Brings Political Change

Growth from the Triad and Triangle is bringing more people to Alamance County, boosting its economy and reshaping its population. Now, that growth is beginning to ma.

Alamance County, NC · 2d

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2 unopposed candidates win bids to North Carolina Superior Court

Democrat Doug Green won North Carolina’s Superior Court Seat 1 after running unopposed. Green was appointed in 2024 as a Superior Court Judge in Judicial District 17, which serves Alamance County. Green was appointed by then Governor Roy Cooper to a vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Tom Lambeth. Green received his Masters in Business Administration from Elon University.

North Carolina · 3d

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98-year-old twin Army veterans reunite after years apart in hospice care

HIGH POINT, N.C. — Twin brothers Jack and Jesse Kennedy, 98-year-old Army veterans, reunited on Monday after years apart, thanks to the efforts of hospice care providers. Craig Kennedy, Jack’s son, shared how much the reunion meant to his father. "Dad is always talking about Jesse, and I'm...

High Point, NC · 2d

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Greensboro Water Restrictions Begin as Lake Townsend Sinks 80 Inches Below Normal

Greensboro residents are now under mandatory watering limits as the city's drought keeps tightening its grip on the Piedmont. The City of Greensboro began Stage 2 mandatory irrigation restrictions this past Tuesday, November 3, under its Water Shortage Response Plan. Substantial rainfall is ultimately needed. Recent rainfall at GSO has...

Greensboro, NC · 1d

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2026 Midterm Elections: Drumwright, Democrats win key Guilford County races

Democrat Rev. Greg Drumwright defeated Republican incumbent Mike Perdue in the Guilford County Board of Commissioners At-Large race, winning 66.53 percent of the vote to Perdue’s 33.47 percent in one of several upsets on Election Night. A total of 218,058 ballots were cast among Guilford County’s 396,577 registered voters,...

Guilford County, NC · 1d

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High Point Veterans Day Parade Rolls Downtown Sunday

Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. & Main St. — Downtown Intersection Street Scene. Downtown High Point will host the city's annual Veterans Day Parade Sunday afternoon, with the procession stepping off at 3 p.m. to honor local veterans. The parade is sponsored by American Legion Post 87 and VFW...

High Point, NC · 1d

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High Point Opens New Senior Center

High Point has a brand-new home for its older residents. The Roy B. Culler, Jr. Center for Active Adults sits at 521 James Road, next door to Oakview Recreation Center, and regular programming is set to begin Monday, Nov. 9. The new facility replaces the longtime senior center on N....

High Point, NC · 14h

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Late engineer of original Greensboro Coliseum honored at ceremony

GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) – The Greensboro Complex hosted a dedication ceremony to honor the late Robert “Bob” Kennerly with a commemorative plaque, which was added to the Sullivan Family Fountain on Thursday morning. Kennerly supervised construction of the original Greensboro Coliseum before it opened in 1959. He also served as structural engineer for every major […]

Greensboro, NC · 2d