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Monday, October 20th, 2025

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Good morning, High Point. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of October.

HEALTH NEWS

  • In Rockingham County, a TikTok dance to Taylor Swift’s 'The Fate of Ophelia' led people worldwide to donate over $250,000 for two-year-old Lilah Smoot, who is fighting a rare brain cancer—her viral video brought attention from Taylor Swift, who donated $100,000 on Friday—while the funds will help pay for her treatment and daily care as she undergoes radiation in Philadelphia with surgery and rounds of chemotherapy already completed and radiation set to finish in November.  WFMY News 2

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Fri, 10/24/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 10/25/25

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  • Adaptive Tennis

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

    Tue, 10/28/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 11/1/25

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  • 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.

    Mon, 11/3/25

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  • 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.

    Tue, 11/4/25

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  • 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.

    Fri, 11/7/25

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  • Stillwater Junction Live Performance

    9 PM – 1 AM — The Podium — Ticket prices not listed — Experience an electrifying night of country and country rock music with Stillwater Junction.

    Sat, 11/8/25

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  • Live Music with Michael Chaney

    7-9 p.m. — Goofy Foot Taproom and Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy original songs and unique covers from a beloved local musician.

    Sat, 11/15/25

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  • Clover Garden School Boys Varsity Basketball Game

    7:30-8:45 p.m. — Phoenix Academy High School — Admission details not provided — Catch the Clover Garden School team in a non-conference clash against Phoenix Academy.

    Wed, 11/19/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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