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High Point
Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
Good morning, High Point. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, a house fire on Barbee Avenue in High Point led a man to use his Life Alert pendant when his chair caught fire — 18 fire crews and 49 personnel battled the blaze for 25 minutes — leaving him dead and a woman critically injured with damage estimated at $75,000. WFMY News 2
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, High Point launched a new microtransit service that offers door-to-door rides in the northwest part of town — the fare is $2.50 and rides are available weekdays from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; the city plans to expand the service area as more residents use the program. ABC45
- ➤ The North Carolina Department of Revenue announced that residents in 39 counties affected by Hurricane Helene can file their taxes by May 1 without incurring extra interest—this extension comes from a new law passed to help disaster areas. Officials noted that residents in 61 other counties had to file by April 15 or they faced accruing interest—electronic filing is recommended. ABC45
- ➤ North Carolina lawmakers are considering House Bill 125 to name the Moravian star the official state star. The bill—if passed—will add the star to state symbols and honor its long history in our community. WXII 12
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ High Point Police Department stands with officer Nick Coleman—25—after his recent diagnosis with Ewing Sarcoma, a rare and aggressive bone cancer. The department is organizing support as his treatment begins. WFMY News 2
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ High Point men's basketball team formally introduced Flynn Clayman as its new head coach on Tuesday after coach Alan Huss left for Creighton. Clayman served as associate head coach for the past two seasons and led Southern Utah to a 24 to 13 record in one season while helping build a top five national offense. WFMY News 2
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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TMASA vs Phoenix Academy Boys Varsity Volleyball Match
5-6 p.m. — Phoenix Academy High School — Free entry — Witness an exciting high school volleyball showdown between TMASA and Phoenix Academy.
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Homeschool Coffee & Donuts Meetup
9-11 a.m. — Core Coffee Shop — Free entry — Connect with fellow homeschooling families while enjoying coffee and donuts.
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The Triad Reiki Conference
10 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Carolina Core Wellness — Free entry — A day of healing, learning, and community connection through Reiki practices and workshops.
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Morning Mimosas with Thom Filicia
10 a.m. — Cyan Showroom, IHFC - C258 — Free entry — Mingle with designer Thom Filicia while enjoying mimosas and exploring his new collection of accessories.
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Sound Traveler Band at River Landing
2:30-3:30 p.m. — River Landing At Sandy Ridge — Free entry — Enjoy acoustic music on the move in a serene health center setting.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The price of freedom is eternal vigilance.
~ Thomas Jefferson
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