Good morning, High Point.

A Kernersville teen suffered severe injuries when an impaired driver hit her car at a light on July 20 in Wilmington — she is in the ICU while her brother was released with minor injuries and the suspect now faces four charges, according to state highway patrol.

State lawmakers approved JetZero's eligibility for up to $450 million in state incentives — funds that will help improve the site at Piedmont Triad International Airport in Greensboro.

JetZero will begin building its plant in the first half of 2026 and expects test flights in 2027 with commercial service planned by 2030.

The Wyndham Championship started this week in Greensboro drawing thousands of fans, players, and sponsors while boosting the local economy by an estimated $30—$40 million.

The tournament will continue at Sedgefield Country Club through Sunday as hotels fill and broadcasts reach 1.3 billion households.

Gov. Josh Stein pressed lawmakers on Monday to compromise on a new budget that supports teachers, law enforcement and health care—legislators approved separate plans but have not agreed on a single spending bill.

The current budget remains in place until the General Assembly reaches a new deal.

Authorities reported a second rabid cat was found in Jamestown on July 22, making it the fourth confirmed case in the county, and Guilford County Animal Services has stopped taking healthy cats to protect shelter residents + they urged pet owners to vaccinate their pets and report unusual behavior immediately.

The Wyndham Championship opens today with the Pro-Am event, and round 1 will start tomorrow + fans are set to see the competition begin.

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.

Earth Web Expedition Day Camp

9 AM – 3 PM — Gibson Park — $75 — Explore Earth's living web through fun activities and a stewardship project.

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.

Adaptive Tennis

11 AM – 1 PM — Deep River Recreation Center — Free — Come see how GRETA promotes tennis for adaptive players in our community.

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.

Adaptive Tennis

11 AM – 1 PM — Deep River Recreation Center — Free — Experience tennis designed for wheelchair and standing adaptive players in a supportive community environment.

John Coltrane International Jazz and Blues Festival 2025

3-9 p.m. — Oak Hollow Festival Park — Free entry — Experience the smooth sounds of jazz with Grammy-winning saxophonist Bob Reynolds.