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Sunday, August 17th, 2025
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Good morning, High Point. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Jim Longworth and guests discussed local programs like Backpacks for Kids—designed to supply students with school bags, offer help at the Shepherd’s Center, and provide job training for local residents. The conversation explained how these efforts will support area families in High Point. WFMY News 2
- ➤ Rescued pet Axis—featured in a local rescue story—is waiting for a new home as the rescue group urges residents to adopt him soon. WFMY News 2
- ➤ Kermit, the rescue pet featured on 2 The Rescue, is now ready for adoption—local animal groups urge residents to consider giving him a forever home. WFMY News 2
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Guilford County Sheriff's Office hosted its first backpack giveaway event Saturday in Greensboro and High Point to help Triad families prepare for the new school year—vendors including Kimble's Corrections, Off Duty Management, Wellpath, Paytel and Aramark donated the backpacks. WXII 12
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A rabid fox attacked a resident and their dog in High Point this week at a home north of the Hasty area, and the resident received post-exposure treatment while the dog was given a booster and will be monitored for 45 days—officials stress that pet vaccinations must be kept current. WFMY News 2
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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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