Good morning, High Point.

Firefighters organized a spaghetti supper benefit to help their colleague Benji Cole (diagnosed with stage 4 cancer) raise funds for his medical and travel expenses.

Congdon Yards representatives plan to develop a public park on downtown High Point campus as part of a new community enhancement project.

Project details and timelines are expected in the coming months.

Call For Action volunteers helped a local resident secure $52,266 under the NC lemon law after her new car needed repeated repairs.

After contacting the NC Attorney General’s office in November 2025, she received the payout by spring—allowing her to buy a replacement vehicle.

High Point will face near-90-degree temperatures this weekend as humidity rises and conditions warm up for those outdoors — residents working or exercising in the sun should take precautions while rain may begin late Saturday to cool things down early next week.

Local sports leaders, including the Greensboro Sports Foundation and Carolina Core FC, are preparing for the World Cup as two national teams train in the Triad today.

Organizers expect the event to boost the local economy — hotels, restaurants and watch parties will welcome fans.

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.

Let’s Talk Cars

4:30-7:30 p.m. — High Point Discovered — Free entry — Connect with fellow car enthusiasts at this local car cruise event.

Sankofa Gala & Heritage Awards

6-10 p.m. — The Golden Doors Event Venue & Lounge — Tickets available — Celebrate cultural heritage and community contributions at this premier gala.

High Point Public Library Presents Brown Mountain Lightning Bugs

1-7 p.m. — High Point Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy folk-inspired melodies from The Brown Mountain Lightning Bugs in a cozy library setting.

Let’s Talk Cars

4:30-7:30 p.m. — High Point Discovered — Free entry — Connect with fellow car enthusiasts at this vibrant car show in High Point.

RnB Soul Picnic

2-11 p.m. — Oak Hollow Festival Park — $30+ — Experience a day of R&B music, soul food, and wellness activities in a fun family reunion atmosphere.

Let's Talk Cars

4:30-7:30 p.m. — High Point Discovered — Free entry — Experience a gathering of car enthusiasts for fun and camaraderie.

Noan Partly Concert

6-10 p.m. — Goofy Foot Taproom and Brewery — Free entry — Experience the soulful sounds of Americana artist Noan Partly as she captivates with her guitar and banjo skills.