Good morning, High Point.

Over 50 restaurants will donate a portion of their sales on a day in May to support a local community kitchen fighting food insecurity — an initiative that offers a simple way for High Point residents to help neighbors.

A Triad widow got help from News 2 to access her late husband's bank account, easing a difficult step in settling his affairs.

The incident shows local support available for those facing similar challenges.

The High Point Housing Authority is accepting nominations for its 21st annual Pillars of Fame and 13th Rising Star Award.

Local community members are invited to submit entries to honor outstanding achievements.

Festival officials announced a star-studded first-day lineup for the John Coltrane International Jazz and Blues Festival (a two-day event) set to take place soon in High Point.

Teachers from the Triad will travel to Raleigh on Friday to advocate for increased education funding.

They will present their case to state leaders in hopes of boosting school resources.

Officials warn High Point and Greensboro may run out of wastewater capacity in the next 8-10 years unless a $3.1 billion expansion plan is approved + the lack of capacity could limit future growth in the Triad.

Parks and Recreation Supervisor Scott Coakley said Jamestown Park Golf Course saw a revenue boost with a 43% net loss improvement in quarter 1 despite 29 days of seasonal closures.

The department is finalizing a new shelter near the basketball court + planning further upgrades to support the busy park.

Governor Josh Stein visited Davidson-Davie Community College today during National Apprenticeship Week (a key state effort) to highlight a nursing apprenticeship program and propose expanding these programs statewide with a new budget proposal; state leaders have until July 1 to review plans addressing future nurse shortages.

UNC Greensboro unveiled its new mobile health unit (Minerva’s Health Chariot) on Wednesday to bring primary and preventive care to the Triad.

The unit will serve eight counties and offer telehealth services for patients facing transportation challenges.

Oak Grove baseball + softball teams have reached the PTC tournament finals and now have a chance to win two conference titles.

The games will be held soon at local sports fields.

Teen Leadership Summit 2026

9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. — Southwest Guilford High School — Free entry — A youth-centered leadership experience featuring interactive sessions on community safety and entrepreneurship.

Sound Traveler Band Performance

2:30-3:30 p.m. — River Landing At Sandy Ridge — Free entry — Enjoy soothing acoustic tunes at a local health center venue.

Candles and Mimosas Workshop

1-3 p.m. — Edona's Wine Not — Included with ticket — Unleash your creativity and enjoy mimosas while making candles with spring and summer vibes.