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Friday, June 20th, 2025
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Good morning, High Point. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A 14-year-old girl in foster care named Virgie visited Guilford County Animal Services to spend one-on-one time with cats and dogs. Virgie hopes to become a veterinarian, nurse, or singer and is waiting for adoption—her recruitment team says her kind, generous, and carefree spirit supports strong family bonds. WXII 12
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The family of 23-year-old Matthew Bauer is asking for more beach safety after he drowned at Holden Beach when a rescue began Monday at 3 p.m. and he was found on Wednesday; they will hold a celebration of life Saturday at Stokesdale Park at 5 p.m. with community members bringing sports gear for Title 1 schools—calling for more warning signs and red flags. ABC45
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ PTI Airport is preparing to welcome its newest tenant, JetZero and airport leaders are working on plans for additional projects—officials say more details will be released soon. WFMY News 2
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Rockingham County deputies received a call just before 5 p.m. on Wednesday about a 45-year-old man shot on the 5200 block of N.C. 135 in Stoneville and found the victim with a gunshot wound to the abdomen who was taken to the hospital to recover; deputies later arrested 24-year-old James Brittain (24) and charged him with assault with a deadly weapon and discharge of a weapon in occupied property, with a court date set for June 23. WXII 12
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, the N.C. Senate fast-tracked a bipartisan bill to ban hemp-derived products containing Delta 8 and Delta 9 from anyone under age 21 and from public school campuses—lawmakers set rules for packaging, testing and penalties, and the bill is set to take effect at the start of the 2025-26 school year if approved. News & Record
- ➤ A referendum to raise the sales tax for more teacher funding is back on the Guilford County ballot, and voters will soon review the proposal to decide its future. WFMY News 2
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Collie Buddz Live Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — COHAB.SPACE — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy the vibes of Collie Buddz performing tracks from his latest album, Hybrid.
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Open House Saturday 1-3pm 1101 Forrest Street, High Point
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On-Site Tour at Carolina Pines Retirement Community
9 AM - 7 PM — Carolina Pines Retirement Community — Free entry — Explore a top-rated senior living community recognized for its exceptional care and engaging activities.
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Adaptive Tennis Clinic
11 AM – 1 PM — Deep River Recreation Center — Free — Experience tennis tailored for wheelchair and adaptive players in your community.
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Business Owners Workshop for Q3 Success
10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. — Congdon Yards — Registration required — Collaborate with local business owners to enhance growth strategies and build valuable connections.
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Live Music with Turpentine Shine
7-9 p.m. — Goofy Foot Taproom and Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of original string band music from the Piedmont of NC.
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Adaptive Tennis
11 AM – 1 PM — Deep River Recreation Center — Free entry — Experience an inclusive tennis event for adaptive players of all abilities.
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Live Music with Dave Moran
7-9 p.m. — Goofy Foot Taproom and Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy nostalgic tunes of the 90s and 2000s with Dave's soulful acoustic performance.
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Greensky Bluegrass Live Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — COHAB.SPACE — Tickets available — Experience the heartfelt and soulful bluegrass sounds of Greensky Bluegrass in an intimate setting.
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Live Music with Michael Chaney
7-9 p.m. — Goofy Foot Taproom and Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy original tunes and covers by talented local musician Michael Chaney.
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VendVet Launch Party & Maker’s Expo
2-6 p.m. — COHAB.SPACE — Free entry — Celebrate the launch of a mobile app while shopping with talented Makers and enjoying local food and music.
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