Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of August.
Good morning, High Point.
AvevoRX—a Greensboro-based pharmaceutical and medical devices company—has shown remarkable growth with an 11,442% increase over three years that earned it the No. 10 spot on the Inc. 5000 list.
The company operates a local infusion center and plans to hire up to 100 new nurses by the end of 2025 while investing in a new clean room for medication preparations.
Guilford County Schools will start classes on Monday, Aug.
25 as students return to nearly full staffing and new buildings at Kiser Middle School and Peeler-Hampton Visual and Performing Arts School open under a $2 billion bond project—additional initiatives like career labs and the Guilford Guarantee will offer college credits and hands-on experiences to help students explore new opportunities in aviation and technology.
North Carolina law requires children to be vaccinated for school but lets parents choose an exemption by using a doctor’s signed form for medical cases or a personal statement for religious reasons – schools must receive these documents within 30 days of a child's start to avoid suspension.
Family doctor Robert Beam returned to his Summerfield clinic after changing his habits to lose weight and address a malignant melanoma diagnosis—he now uses his own experience to encourage healthy choices among his patients.
Beam said he adopted intermittent fasting, a light diet, and regular exercise to steer clear of the risks he once faced.
Yesterday, Eastern Randolph played Southern Alamance in the First National Bank Game of the Week as part of the 2025 High School Football Regular Season in Alamance County—Triad high school teams started the season with games on August 22nd.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ledisi Live in Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — High Point Theatre — $69.05 to $191.81 — Experience an electrifying performance by one of R&B’s most captivating vocalists.
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