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High Point
Tuesday, September 16th, 2025
Good morning, High Point. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Alexis Williams, a Guilford County paramedic who donated a kidney to help a friend, suffered a rare femoral nerve injury during the procedure — a setback that led to half a dozen treatments including a 12-hour nerve-transfer surgery in Chapel Hill — and returned to work in May. She was honored by the American Red Cross as one of this year’s Salute to Heroes award winners. WXII 12
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ High Point Market Authority has urged buyers to register online by Oct. 10 to receive their Fall Market passes by mail for the home furnishings trade event running Oct. 25—29. International guests should register by Sept. 26 to get travel help and prepare for market events that will address tariffs and economic challenges. WXII 12
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ High Point police said a Smith High School player punched a referee during a football game+ Guilford County Schools said the incident was unacceptable. WFMY News 2
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ WS/FCS let go over 200 staff members, including teachers, to reduce its budget deficit and local employers held a job fair to help displaced workers find new jobs—this event aims to connect affected workers with local opportunities. WFMY News 2
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ High Point University’s nursing program is ranked as the fourth best in the state in RegisteredNursing.org’s 10th annual rankings—showing strong performance in nursing education. The High Point Enterprise
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission warns that black bears in the Piedmont Triad are eating more to prepare for winter and advises residents to secure garbage and pet food while drivers slow down near dense vegetation—bears are most active at dawn and dusk. WFMY News 2
- ➤ Brown marmorated stink bugs are expected to enter homes as the weather cools, the National Pest Management Association warned. Homeowners should seal gaps with caulk, repair screens, and lower outdoor lights — these steps help prevent the pests from entering and releasing a bad smell when disturbed. WFMY News 2
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ WFMY News 2’s Nixon Norman attended a public meeting about the proposed High Point homeless shelter — sharing the latest details on the plan. WFMY News 2
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ruby the Rocker Dog was rescued from Hurricane Helene wreckage in western North Carolina and is now the official dog of the High Point Rockers baseball team. High Point Rockers president Pete Fisch featured Ruby in a photoshoot in the front office—showing her new role with the team. News & Record
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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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Bingo Night
10:30 PM – 12:00 AM — 121 Skeet Club Rd, High Point, NC — Free entry, $5 per bingo card — Family fun with music, snacks, and exciting prizes awaits at this bingo night.
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AI Sales Workshop
8 AM – 12 PM — River Landing At Sandy Ridge — Refunds up to 7 days before event — Enhance your sales strategies with the power of AI at this immersive workshop.
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Radio Revolver Concert
8:30 PM - 11:30 PM — The Podium — Cost not specified — Experience a musical journey through the best of pop and rock history with Radio Revolver.
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Club Trice Live Show featuring Patrice Lovely & DJ Tito
7-11 p.m. — 98 Asian Bistro — Tickets available — Experience an unforgettable night of laughter, music, and live entertainment with Patrice Lovely and DJ Tito.
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