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High Point
Saturday, May 9th, 2026
Good morning, High Point. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Postal vehicles paraded along Centennial Street from the Greene Drive postal location on Friday to promote the annual Stamp Out Hunger Letter Carriers’ Food Drive. The event aimed to boost food donations for local families. The High Point Enterprise
- ➤ A local man reached out to WFMY News 2 today after receiving a shattered television at his home, seeking help to resolve the issue. The incident occurred in the community and he is awaiting further assistance. WFMY News 2
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Triad Business Bank—serving Greensboro, Winston-Salem and High Point—reported its loan revenue more than doubled its first-quarter net income to $404,287. News & Record
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ High Point Central High School hosted a car exhibit today to show the dangers of distracted driving as prom and summer break approach. The display — featuring the car linked to a 2010 fatality — reminds students to avoid texting, drinking and speeding. ABC45
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ NC Cooperative Extension’s Taylor Jones explains how to keep lawns green during drought by offering advice on watering & soil care. His tips help High Point residents maintain healthy yards during dry conditions. WFMY News 2
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Guilford County Tax Department reports property values jumped more than estimated during a countywide revaluation five months ago & updated figures may affect local tax assessments. The High Point Enterprise
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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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