Good morning, High Point.

WXII has detailed free Halloween events across the Piedmont Triad with fun activities such as a downtown Graham pumpkin bash on Oct.

24, trick-or-treat events in Alamance County on Oct. 30, film festivals in Greensboro, and ghost stories at the High Point Museum in Historical Park on Oct. 18. High Point residents can also enjoy Halloween Spooky Hoopla at High Point Athletic Complex on Oct. 18 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.—other events include festivals, costume walks and family gatherings throughout the month.

New import tariffs on furniture and lumber will take effect Tuesday, Oct.

14 and may push prices higher for local buyers as businesses work to keep costs down. The tariffs impose a 10% tax on softwood lumber and a 25% tax on upholstered furniture that will rise to 30% next year—raising concerns for manufacturers and retailers.

NC A&T is hosting its 5th Annual Community and Economic Engagement Summit today, where Aggie alumni will share how they contribute to Triad economic development.

Federal employees in North Carolina who are not receiving pay during the government shutdown can now apply for unemployment benefits through DES by creating a MyNCUIBenefits account and using ID.me to verify their identity—application details are available online.

Assistant Secretary M. Antwon Keith explained that any back pay received later will require repayment of benefits and that the state is verifying wage records before processing claims.

Fortuna Coffee Collective Open House

10 AM – 3 PM — Fortuna Enterprises LLC — Free tickets — Connect with fellow business owners and explore solutions for your café and restaurant needs.

Boo Bash Carnival

2-8 p.m. — High Point City Lake Park — Free entry; $5 for unlimited amusements — Enjoy a festive day of trunk-or-treat, spooky train rides, and fun games.

Adaptive Tennis

11 AM - 1 PM — Deep River Recreation Center — Free — Discover tennis opportunities for adaptive players in a supportive community environment.

Southern Culture On The Skids Concert

7-9 p.m. — COHAB.SPACE — Ticketed event — Experience the dynamic sounds of Southern Culture On The Skids, a band with a rich history since 1983.

Halloween Spooky Hoopla

5-8 p.m. — High Point Athletic Complex — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of Trunk-Or-Treat festivities with bounce houses, a gaming truck, and a haunted trail.

When Design Heals: How Interior Design Shapes Health

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Congdon Yards — Check Eventbrite for pricing — A full day of enlightening discussions on how interior design influences health through science and aesthetics.

Anna Mertson Live at Goofy Foot Taproom

7-9 p.m. — Goofy Foot Taproom and Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy a unique blend of musical roots with Anna Mertson as she showcases her distinctive style.

Adaptive Tennis

11 AM – 1 PM — Deep River Recreation Center — Free — Experience the joy of tennis tailored for adaptive players of all abilities.

That ’70s Groove

3-7 p.m. — High Point Theatre — Tickets vary — Celebrate the iconic music and dance of the 1970s with a vibrant musical experience.

High Point Panthers Women's Basketball vs. Johnson C. Smith Golden Bulls

7-11:59 p.m. — Nido and Mariana Qubein Arena — Cost info not specified — Catch an exciting women's basketball showdown in the thrilling atmosphere of the arena.