Good morning, High Point.

Local volunteers Ivan Huffman and Jerry Hooper prepared barbecue plates for guests at Friday’s Rotary Club of High Point BBQ and Raffle Fundraiser—an annual event held at the First.

Blue & Gold Marching Machine is getting ready for homecoming weekend — The Greatest Homecoming on Earth will include several band performances.

Guilford County Board of Commissioners is considering a $17.9 million incentive package for a company that will invest $860 million in a new plant—county officials are reviewing the details.

Forsyth Tech and Reynolds will launch a program that offers fast, targeted training to fill skill gaps in key industries such as health sciences, transportation, and logistics—aimed at preparing the local workforce for production jobs.

Doctors warn that delaying childhood vaccines can lower their effectiveness, as early shots protect against serious illnesses like measles, whooping cough and the flu—experts add that early vaccination helps build a long-term defense for children.

Health officials urge parents in High Point to follow the recommended vaccine schedule to safeguard both individual children and the community.

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.

Jazz Ambassadors Concert

6-7 p.m. — High Point Theatre — Free entry — Experience the official big band of the U.S. Army performing from classic to contemporary tunes.

Anat Cohen Quartetinho Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — High Point Theatre — $0 to $68.05 — Experience the captivating sounds of Grammy-nominated clarinetist Anat Cohen and her ensemble.