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Thursday, October 23rd, 2025
Good morning, High Point. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Second Harvest Food Bank will spend $500,000 to buy meal boxes and meals to help families in its 18-county service area. The organization works with other food programs to ensure that families get the food they need. News & Record
- ➤ Haynes-Inman and C.J. Greene education centers will host a free Fall Festival on Oct. 25 at the Haynes-Inman Gymnasium at 200 Haynes Road in Jamestown from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.—the event will feature games, fire trucks, face painting, food sales, a $1 raffle and student-made vendor items. At a short October meeting, the Jamestown Planning Board elected Hope Inge as chair and John Capes as vice-chair while introducing planning technician Gordon Holton, with a fence variance request scheduled for Nov. 10. YES! Weekly
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Food Lion’s owner will invest $860 million to build a new distribution center in Burlington near the Guilford-Alamance line + the site is planned to support expanded supply chain operations in the Triad. WFMY News 2
- ➤ Officials announced that Food Lion parent company will invest $860 million in a new distribution center in the Triad. The project is expected to create over 500 new jobs. WFMY News 2
- ➤ Food Lion owner will invest $860 million to build a new distribution center near the Guilford-Alamance line—creating 120 jobs in Guilford County at first and eventually supporting over 500 jobs. This investment will expand local business opportunities in the area. WFMY News 2
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, UNCSA presents Choir Boy at Catawba Theatre— a coming-of-age musical story with gospel sounds by Oscar-winning playwright Tarell Alvin McCraney that will run until Nov. 1. The production contains adult language and scenes, and tickets cost $28 for adults and $23 for students. WXII 12
- ➤ The Greensboro Science Center will become a winter wonderland on Nov 19—Winter Wonderlights will show over 1 million lights in its aquarium, museum, and zoo. Visitors can also see handmade paper lanterns inspired by animals in the Rainforest Biodome and Merry Mermaid Grotto. WXII 12
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Guilford County Schools said High Point Central High School is closed today due to sewer issues—officials have not confirmed if repairs will allow classes to resume later this week. WXII 12
- ➤ Guilford County Schools kicks off a choice program showcase that lets families explore programs designed to jump-start students’ futures—local tours highlight diverse learning options for children. WFMY News 2
- ➤ Margaret Akingbade celebrated her 50th year as a physical therapist on Oct. 15, having worked with students with special needs in Guilford County Schools since 1975—she continues to advocate for their care and support. Friends, colleagues and family joined in recognizing her long-standing dedication at a celebration held at Haynes-Inman Education Center. YES! Weekly
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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