Good morning, High Point.

The High Point Community Foundation announced on Friday that its board hired nonprofit leader Christine Byrd as the new president, a move that bolsters local philanthropic efforts in the city.

High Point's world's largest chest of drawers was sold to an Indiana-based company, reinforcing our city's leadership in furniture production (a landmark sale for local industry).

Airbnb and American Farmland Trust are launching the Farm to Stay Grant Program to give 25–30 grants (worth $5,000 to $10,000 each) so local farmers can add overnight stays and agritourism experiences, with applications opening late November.

Local Triad farms are assessing how the funds can help cover rising costs.

Representatives from over 100 NAACP branches gathered in High Point today for the 83rd state convention to discuss economic opportunity, voting rights, education and public spending on local communities - delegates attended workshops and voted on resolutions ahead of the November election.

Several rail crossings in Guilford County will be closed next week as Norfolk Southern Railway crews install new tracks for a statewide rail improvement project.

Work will run from Monday through Thursday, starting at 7 a.m. each day, with detour routes posted.

Cone Health now offers at-home cardiac rehab with live exercise+nutrition counseling to help patients in High Point access essential care without the need to travel.

The new service aims to provide support for those who face challenges getting to traditional rehab sessions.

A High Point teen will share his personal journey at the Triad Heart Walk on Oct.

3 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Triad Park, with about 3,000 people expected to participate.

Page volleyball defeated Ragsdale on Sept.

24 in a Metro 6A/7A Conference match. The team secured the win with strong play in a competitive game.

Dudley cheer members prepared for the Panthers football game against Page on Friday, Sept.

25 while performing spirited routines at a local venue — energizing fans with their enthusiasm.