Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of June.
Good morning, High Point.
Cooling stations have opened in High Point, Greensboro, and Winston-Salem to help residents beat rising heat—officials say hours and services vary and advise checking updated county websites for details.
Local crews from Samet Corporation protect themselves amid a heat advisory by following top safety practices.
The workers stay hydrated, wear protective gear, and take frequent breaks & monitor their condition on the job.
On Monday, High Point Economic Development announced that Cascade Die Casting planned to expand its facility by investing at least $8 million to create 43 new full-time jobs — the project received $100,000 from the city and $57,824 from Guilford County, and the company has operated locally since 1978.
Duke Energy offers simple tips to help High Point residents save power this summer as temperatures rise.
The company advises raising thermostat settings, closing blinds, and running appliances during cooler hours — measures that are expected to lower electricity bills.
North Carolina State Auditor Dave Boliek overhauled local election board leadership by replacing Richard Forrester with Eugene Lester III as Guilford County Elections Board Chair effective Tuesday, June 24 (SB 3-82 gave him the power to make appointments) while Forrester was expected to start in July.
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.
Adaptive Tennis
11 AM – 1 PM — Deep River Recreation Center — Free — Experience tennis designed for wheelchair and standing adaptive players in our community.
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