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High Point
Thursday, May 7th, 2026
Good morning, High Point. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ High Point Community Theatre will close its season with Michael Frayn's farce Noises Off this weekend at its familiar venue + the play promises fast-paced backstage humor with slamming doors. The High Point Enterprise
- ➤ The High Point Arts Council announced plans for SummerSounds, a free outdoor concert series set to begin in June in local community spaces. Residents can look forward to live music and a family-friendly atmosphere. The High Point Enterprise
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Due to tensions in the Middle East, gas prices remain high in the Piedmont Triad, with regular fuel at $4.29 per gallon at Greensboro stations on Wednesday, May 6. Local drivers now cut back on car maintenance, and experts say prices may drop once the conflict ends plus markets stabilize. WXII 12
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Guilford Technical Community College honored student athletes in Jamestown at a banquet for their athletic and academic success across the fall, winter, and spring seasons. The High Point Enterprise
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Lovely Day, an autism facility, closed after the owner said a Medicaid payment did not cover expenses. The closure raises funding concerns for local health services. WFMY News 2
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Financial expert Ja'Net Adams offers affordable Mother's Day gift ideas for shoppers in High Point, including options at $25 or less to celebrate moms without overspending. Her tips give residents a practical way to enjoy the upcoming holiday. WFMY News 2
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ NCHSAA approved girls flag football and boys volleyball as championship sports for the 2026-27 school year — a change that expands competitive options for local schools. WFMY News 2
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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.
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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.
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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.
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LinkedIn Legacy Masterclass: The Credible Leader
9 AM - 12 PM — Carolina Core Professional Center — Cost not specified — Enhance your leadership visibility and influence through practical LinkedIn skills.
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