Good morning, High Point.

Yelp NC Triad's Burger Bosses promotion runs from May 12 to 28, offering free events where guests can sample and rate burgers at various venues across the Triad, including High Point's Smash n Sizzle on May 28.

Local foodies can RSVP to join tastings and vote for winning restaurants.

Park Rangers and the city are hosting a free boat safety event at Oak Hollow Marina this Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. as part of National Safe Boating Week — boat inspections, gear checks and a Sweet Treats Campaign offering custard vouchers for children will promote safe boating.

In 2025, High Point saw a strong population jump that made it North Carolina’s second-fastest-growing city for places with over 100,000 residents, according to local data.

High Point fire officials ruled the May 5 fire at the Future Foam plant accidental—the blaze damaged three vehicles and a metal awning—with no injuries and began working with the facility to improve foam storage in dry, windy weather.

A heat wave is coming to the Piedmont beginning Saturday — temperatures will rise from the mid-80s to near 90 on Sunday and reach the low 90s on Monday before cooling slightly by Thursday.

North Carolina's drought worsens as 96% of the state faces severe or extreme dryness.

In the Triad (including High Point), forecasts predict little rain in the next seven days even though the area needs 19.79 inches by August to ease the deficit.

Piedmont Triad International Airport will host a TSA PreCheck enrollment event from July 7-10 at 1000 Ted Johnson Parkway.

Travelers must bring proof of identity and citizenship and be ready for fingerprinting as appointments are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

On Saturday, May 2, Rebecca Stone delivered baby Jonah on her kitchen floor after hospital staff said she was not in active labor; she was aided by her firefighter husband and retired nurse mother—neighbor doula helped.

She said the unplanned birth was traumatic but ended well.

Jim Longworth and guests discussed the local mobile health unit, teen mental health challenges, and stroke warning signs during a video segment on Triad Today - a dialogue aimed at clarifying community health topics for local viewers.

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.

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.

Once Upon a Summer Storytime Series: The Little Mermaid

10:00 – 11:15 AM — Fairytale Palace — Non-refundable tickets required — Engage in a magical journey of stories and playful adventures with professional characters.

Blakgraz LIVE in High Point

8-11 p.m. — Stock + Grain Assembly — Ticket info available — Experience a night of live music with Blakgraz returning to the High Point scene.

RWA: Date With Destiny Wrestling Event

3-7 p.m. — Southside Recreation Center — Tickets from $10, children 10 and under free — Experience live professional wrestling featuring stars from WWE, AEW, NWA, and more.