Wednesday, October 29th, 2025
Good morning, High Point. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Samaritan's Purse is loading up planes in the Triad with food, water, and medical supplies bound for Jamaica. The planes will fly once clearance is received to help those affected by Hurricane Melissa — offering critical relief as the storm continues. WXII 12
- ➤ Operation HELO—along with a ham radio operator from Stokesdale—is helping Jamaica recover after Hurricane Melissa. They are using their radio skills to support urgent communications in the ongoing disaster relief effort. WFMY News 2
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local food pantries in High Point are preparing for a funding pause as the government shutdown continues—staff say they are planning to help residents despite limited resources. WFMY News 2
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A new report shows about 2 million North Carolina residents care for family or friends while working full time and are mostly under 50. The NC AARP report finds 85% of caregivers are unpaid and many face financial hardships such as stopped savings or increased debt—highlighting growing challenges in caregiving. WFMY News 2
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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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Los Lonely Boys Concert
7-10:30 p.m. — High Point Theatre — Ticket prices available — Celebrate the return of the Grammy-winning Texican rock & roll trio after a rejuvenating break and check out their latest music.
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Black Friday Black Business Expo
11 AM-7 PM — Macedonia Family Resource Center — Free entry — Celebrate and uplift Triad Black-owned businesses through shopping, food, and entertainment.
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Adaptive Tennis
11 AM – 1 PM — Deep River Recreation Center — Free — Discover tennis through engaging opportunities for adaptive players in the community.
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