Monday, August 18th, 2025
Good morning, High Point. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ High Point University freshmen built 150 bikes for local elementary students during a team-building exercise and donated them as a surprise gift—students also taught the kids how to ride. Organizers said the event helped build relationships with local youth. WXII 12
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hurricane Erin remains a major storm and is turning north while forecast to bring high surf — dangerous rip currents and coastal erosion to NC beaches by midweek. It is expected to regain strength to Category 4 as it passes offshore, and residents are advised to watch for updates. WXII 12
- ➤ Growing High Point will use $64,000 from Honda to give away free 10-pound compost boxes with instructions on turning food scraps into soil — the boxes will be available at the High Point Farmers Market each Saturday and delivered to seniors each Tuesday, with waste composted at East Russell Street. WXII 12
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Guilford County Sheriff's Office held a backpack giveaway—families chose from over 1,000 free backpacks for the school year—to help students prepare for class. 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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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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