Wednesday, May 21st, 2025
Good morning, High Point. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of May.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Triad drivers are seeing gasoline prices average $2.91 a gallon—the lowest before Memorial Day weekend in half a decade—and GasBuddy expert Patrick De Haan said prices may remain below $3 through Labor Day as oil production rises and consumption falls. WXII 12
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new water quality report found PFAS in the Greensboro water system — local officials will review the data and plan actions to address the chemical concern for Triad residents. WFMY News 2
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ High Point has paused its plans to enact the proposed Southwest Mill District, putting the project on hold for further review by city officials. The High Point Enterprise
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Wesleyan Christian baseball won its state championship with a walk-off single by Domaine Vann that gave the Trojans a 5-4 win over Metrolina Christian in game two of the NCISAA 4A series — marking their seventh title, while High Point Christian softball secured its fourth straight state title by sweeping the Lady Patriots 8-3 and 12-3 at Wallburg Baptist Church. News & Record
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Spring Fling with Baby Goats
2 PM — Washington Terrace Community Center — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful afternoon with baby goats, bunnies, and more family fun.
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Adaptive Tennis Event
11 AM - 1 PM — Deep River Recreation Center — Free — Explore adaptive tennis opportunities for all ability levels in the community.
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Boots on the Ground Line Dancing Fundraiser
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Southwest Guilford High School — $10 entry — Saddle up for a fun night of line dancing, food trucks, and raffles, all for a great cause.
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Oklahoma Musical Performance
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Hanesbrands Theatre — Tickets starting at $14.50 — Experience the heartfelt love story and vibrant songs of this classic American musical.
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Adaptive Tennis
11 a.m. — Deep River Recreation Center — Free entry — Experience the joy of tennis for wheelchair and standing adaptive players in a community-focused event.
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High Point RnB Soul Picnic
2-11 p.m. — Oak Hollow Festival Park — Enjoy food, music, and wellness activities at a vibrant RnB Soul gathering.
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