Guilford County and its municipalities aim to support homeless people through the winter
Guilford County, High Point and Greensboro officials are looking to pool funds to support unhoused residents through the winter.
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Commission says North Carolina sports betting likely won't begin in January
Legalized sports betting in North Carolina isn't expected to begin in early January, as the state's new gambling laws permitted. That's what members and staff of the North Carolina State Lottery Commission said during a committee meeting Tuesday.
Greensboro College to host champion Ukraine Women's National Wrestling Team
Greensboro College is hosting the Ukraine Women’s National Wrestling Team this week. It’s an opportunity to promote both the sport and a cultural exchange of ideas.
This isn’t just any visiting wrestling team. These are the winners of the 2022 United World Women’s Freestyle Wrestling World Cup. Greensboro College Head Wrestling Coach Justin Harty calls the women from Ukraine “the best of the best,” and says the entire community will benefit from their brief tenure in the Gate City.
WS/FCS volunteers make Thanksgiving Break kits for students and families facing housing insecurity
Volunteers with Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools are building Thanksgiving Break Kits this week for students and families in need, the majority of whom are facing housing insecurity.
Proposal to extend Greensboro water and sewer services to Pleasant Garden sparks concerns
A proposal to extend water and sewer services from Greensboro to the town of Pleasant Garden has city officials looking to reconsider one of its policies.
North Carolina's Medicaid expansion brings opportunities and challenges
Next month, Medicaid expansion takes place in North Carolina, giving hundreds of thousands of people living in poverty access to coverage for the very first time. But spreading the word takes time and coordination.
Across western NC, backcountry campsites are closed
In western North Carolina, many backcountry campsites — meaning areas a little off the beaten path and with fewer amenities — are closed or have restrictions
Lexington City Schools community highlights staffing needs in district survey
In her first 100 days as Lexington City Schools Superintendent, Nakia Hardy surveyed the community for feedback on the district. Staffing and academic support were a couple of areas cited as needing improvement.
Greensboro City Council considers new policy for homelessness services
As the number of people without housing continues to grow, Greensboro City Council is considering implementing a policy to ensure local residents receive priority with services.
North Carolina Democrat says he won't seek reelection, cites frustrations with GOP legislature
A North Carolina state House member who won't seek reelection next year says having to serve in the minority in the chamber has been “worse than a dental appointment.”