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Saturday, August 16th, 2025
Good morning, High Point. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ After announcing plans last month to stop operations, clock manufacturer Howard Miller will close its High Point and Lexington facilities on November 2—this move will affect 42 employees, including 39 at the High Point facility on Jarrell Street. The company will also sell its remaining inventory early next year. WFMY News 2
- ➤ Several Triad companies are restructuring after pressure from private equity firms—Qorvo will close its Greensboro wafer fabrication plant as part of job cuts while Culp and Primo are consolidating operations to meet investor demands. These changes show how activist investors are forcing local companies to make rapid adjustments that may affect workers and production. News & Record
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Davidson County Health Department confirmed the first rabies case of 2025 when a fox that attacked a resident and their dog in High Point tested positive for the virus. The resident received post-exposure treatment and the vaccinated dog got a booster dose — officials urge pet owners to check vaccination records as low-cost vaccines are available at 490 Glendale Road in Lexington. ABC45
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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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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.
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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.
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Lunch Meetup with Real Estate Professionals
12:30-1:30 p.m. — Kickback Jack's High Point — Registration required — Network with experienced investors and learn about real estate strategies that changed lives.
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Cornerstone Charter vs. Phoenix Academy Varsity Soccer Match
6-7:45 p.m. — Phoenix Academy High School — Free entry — Watch an exciting varsity soccer match as the home team takes on Cornerstone Charter.
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Vet 2 Vet Bass Tournament
7 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Oak Hollow Marina — $50 registration fee — Cast your line for a cause and support veterans through fishing therapy.
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Adaptive Tennis
11 AM – 1 PM — Deep River Recreation Center — Free — Discover the joy of tennis for wheelchair and standing adaptive players through this community-focused event.
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TMASA Girls Varsity Volleyball Match
5:30-6:30 p.m. — Phoenix Academy High School — Free entry — Watch the Phoenix Academy team face off against Triad Math and Science Academy in a lively home conference volleyball match.
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Sister Hazel Concert
7-10:30 p.m. — COHAB.SPACE — Tickets available — Experience the melodic charm of Sister Hazel, renowned for their influential independent music.
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Adaptive Tennis
11 AM – 1 PM — Deep River Recreation Center — Free — Engage in adaptive tennis aimed at players with physical disabilities, fostering inclusivity in sports.
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