Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of June.
Good morning, High Point.
🏛️ Government
North Carolina’s redistricting trial ended its first week as Sen. Kandie Smith testified about the 2019 committee that used a lottery ball machine to set districts—Chairman Ralph Hise said the committee used political data from three past elections instead of racial data.
The trial will last about a month and more updates will be provided.
🏥 Health
The Guilford County Division of Public Health will host a free—confidential testing clinic for sexually transmitted infections in High Point on June 26.
Residents can attend—receive testing at no cost—to protect their health.
Guilford County officials reported a rise in heat-related injuries as temperatures climb and said emergency calls could reach 10 per day over the next 10 days.
They urge residents to wear light clothing, stay hydrated and use cooling stations set up in collaboration with nonprofits—especially for children, the elderly and the homeless.
🎉 High Point Events
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Open House Saturday 1-3pm 1101 Forrest Street, High Point
Fully Renovated One-Level Home Less Than 1 Mile from High Point University! This stunning 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath home has been completely renovated and is move-in ready! Each spacious bedroom features its own private en-suite bath, making it ideal for student housing, short-term rental, or multigenerational living.
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.
Adaptive Tennis Clinic
11 AM – 1 PM — Deep River Recreation Center — Free — Experience tennis tailored for wheelchair and adaptive players in your community.
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.
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.
Adaptive Tennis
11 AM – 1 PM — Deep River Recreation Center — Free entry — Experience an inclusive tennis event for adaptive players of all abilities.
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.
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.
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.
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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