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High Point
Thursday, January 8th, 2026
Good morning, High Point. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The A Moment In Time meeting on Jan. 20 at Jamestown United Methodist Church (403 East Main St) will feature snowman games and a snowflake craft to welcome winter for people with dementia and care partners. Sponsored by Well-Spring Solutions, reservations are requested. YES! Weekly
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ High Point’s Mendenhall-Blair house received National Register status after approval by local preservation and historic commissions, marking it as the second Mendenhall family home listed. The property remains at 1106 Skeet Club Road (near Johnson Street) and qualifies for a 50% tax reduction if its historic character is maintained. YES! Weekly
- ➤ Local children are honing art skills at The Art Gallery at Congdon as five-year-old William Moore paints his self-portrait during a friendly paint party that offers a creative space for young artists to learn and experiment. The High Point Enterprise
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Guilford County officials said a feral cat (from a known colony) tested positive for rabies on Tuesday, marking the first case of 2026 and prompting efforts to capture and test nearby cats while urging pet owners to update vaccinations. ABC45
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ City leaders say thousands of affordable homes will be built in High Point over the next five years (5,000 units are planned as part of its 2045 comprehensive plan). WFMY News 2
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Amtrak riders heading to the Panthers playoff game should plan for a trip to Charlotte as the Panthers face the Los Angeles Rams at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday. Check train schedules to ensure a smooth journey. WFMY News 2
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Wicks + Wine Candle-Making Workshop
1-3 p.m. — Edona's Wine Not — Includes materials and one glass of wine — Pour intention and purpose into candles as we toast to a bright 2026.
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Usui-Tibetan Reiki Level 1 Workshop
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Kinetic Roots Wellness — $100 New Year Special — Discover the fundamentals of Reiki and become a certified level one practitioner.
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Phoenix Academy vs Triad Math & Science Academy Basketball Game
6:30 p.m. — Phoenix Academy High School — Ticket prices vary — Watch local high school teams battle it out in a thrilling varsity basketball matchup.
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Bundles & Bubbles
4-8 p.m. — The Loft at Congdon Yards — Free entry — Offering essential support for new mothers through diaper bag bundles and community connections.
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Kindergarten Prep Bootcamp
1-5 p.m. — 121 Skeet Club Rd — Free entry — Prepare little ones for kindergarten with fun activities and skill screenings.
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