Thursday, July 24th, 2025
Good morning, High Point. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of July.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Airport leaders at PTI are considering plans that could include a complete rebuild of the concourses — the proposal remains under review with details to be finalized. WFMY News 2
- ➤ High Point Mayor Cyril Jefferson presented the State of the City address today and announced a $5 billion investment with nearly 15,000 jobs created while outlining downtown projects to improve access to grocery stores, hospitals and schools. City Manager Tasha Ford warned that about 80% of the workforce struggles to afford housing as the area prepares for future growth - pushing for more multi-family housing options. ABC45
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Three area state champions and a North Carolina A&T women's basketball signee played in Monday's all star game at Novant Health Fieldhouse in Greensboro. West player Johnniyus Sharpe scored 22 points—his best in the game—and will join South Carolina Aiken as the East beat the West 98 to 83. News & Record
- ➤ The 86th annual Wyndham Championship will start in one week and one day at Sedgefield Country Club in Greensboro—past winners like defending champion Aaron Rai have joined as the field grows. Digital tickets must be purchased in advance and a benefit concert for Hurricane Helene communities featuring High Point’s Tatum Scott and Lanie Gardner is set for July 31 at 7:30 p.m.—supporting recovery efforts. YES! Weekly
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Put A Ring On It Now
7 p.m. — High Point Theatre — $41.36 — Discover the unique perspectives of three brothers on love and commitment.
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Poppy & Pilates Event
2-4 p.m. — Pink Poppy Shoppe — $10 off $50 purchase — Indulge in shopping, wine, and a rejuvenating mat pilates class.
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Lunch Meetup with Kelli Garrett
12:30-1:30 p.m. — Kickback Jack's High Point — Registration required — Network with real estate professionals and gain insights from a proven investor.
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Earth Web Expedition Day Camp
9 AM – 3 PM — Gibson Park — $75 — Explore Earth's living web through fun activities and a stewardship project.
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Jon Reep: The Carolina Reeper
7-10 p.m. — High Point Theatre — Check venue for ticket prices — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Jon Reep, known for his clean country humor and unforgettable performances.
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Adaptive Tennis
11 AM – 1 PM — Deep River Recreation Center — Free — Come see how GRETA promotes tennis for adaptive players in our community.
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SWA Boys Varsity Soccer Match
3-4:45 p.m. — Phoenix Academy High School — Free entry — Cheer on the Phoenix Academy as they face off against Southern Wake Academy in a thrilling non-conference soccer match.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The fool wonders, the wise man asks.
~ Benjamin Disraeli
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