Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of April.
Good morning, High Point.
Keep America Beautiful groups in High Point, Winston-Salem and Greensboro will host the Greatest American Cleanup on Saturday, April 5 from 9 a.m. to noon at parks, streets and waterways across the Triad—volunteers of all ages are invited to join the free event to clear litter before America’s 250th birthday. All cleaning supplies will be provided at no cost.
Michelin Guide announced it will review restaurants in North Carolina and across the South for the first time—local owner Tal Blevins of MACHETE and Yokai in Greensboro said the honor could attract food tourists and boost our food scene if restaurants keep providing great service.
The North Carolina Teaching Fellows Commission selected 530 teaching fellows for the 2025—26 academic year, including eight from High Point.
This marks the highest number of fellows chosen from our area.
Senate President Phil Berger told WXII 12 News that the legislature is working to help western North Carolina recover from Helene and will vote on its budget before Easter.
He said he works well with Gov. Stein—though he does not expect full legalization of recreational marijuana—while supporting a law to let people carry guns without a permit and facing a 2026 primary challenge from Rockingham County Sheriff Sam Page.
Guilford County public health officials urged parents to update their children’s measles, mumps and rubella vaccinations as national measles cases increase, even though no cases have been reported in NC this year.
Walk-in clinics for kindergarten-12th grade students will be held in Greensboro at 1100 E. Wendover Avenue and in High Point at 501 E. Green Drive from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on April 8, April 10, April 14, April 15, April 16, April 17, April 29, April 30 and May 1.
Mitchell's Grove Methodist Church Easter Egg Hunt
5 PM — Timberbrooke Townhomes — Free entry — Celebrate Easter with a fun-filled egg hunt in a family-friendly neighborhood.
Adaptive Tennis
11 AM – 1 PM — Deep River Recreation Center — Free — A unique opportunity for wheelchair and standing adaptive players to enjoy tennis on the courts.
Latin Dance Social at Edona's
6:30-10 p.m. — Edona's Wine Not — $10 suggested donation — Enjoy an exciting evening of salsa, bachata, and wine as you dance the night away.
Lenny Peters Cup & NC Rowing Championships
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Oak Hollow Festival Park — Free entry — Witness thrilling head-to-head rowing races featuring Team USA and Olympic hopefuls.
CashFlow Board Game Night
7-10 p.m. — Panera Bread — Free entry — Learn financial skills through the fun of cash flow gaming with friends and family.
Spafford Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — COHAB.SPACE — Tickets available — Experience the funky sound of the Hammond organ with the Sam Fribush Organ Trio's energetic new albums.
Sierra Hull Live
7-9 p.m. — COHAB.SPACE — Ticket info not specified — Experience the virtuosity of Sierra Hull, a Grammy-nominated artist famed for her compelling performances.
Fifth Floor Official Album Release Show
8 p.m. – 12 a.m. — D.O.S.E Artist Collective — Cost TBA — Enjoy upbeat pop rock vibes from Fifth Floor at their album release show.
Resurrection Sunday Celebration
3:00-5:30 p.m. — 4321 Barrow Rd — Free entry — Celebrate the resurrection of Jesus with worship, games, and a festive after party.
Adaptive Tennis
11 AM – 1 PM — Deep River Recreation Center — Free — Experience tennis designed for wheelchair and adaptive players in a supportive community setting.
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