Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of November.
Good morning, High Point.
City of High Point is hosting Operation Inasmuch Day of Service today at 8 a.m. in the Macedonia-Pershing neighborhood at the Macedonia Family Resource Center, where Community Housing Solutions and Housing Consultants Group are partnering with local volunteers to provide free home repairs for eligible homeowners—focusing on water, plumbing, roofing, and other essential repairs.
Local charities have braced for a food crisis as federal changes cut food benefits effective today—advocates scrambled on Friday to secure additional resources and funding.
These groups are working quickly to help those affected by the benefit reduction.
JJ Mama's Soulfood owner said the restaurant is giving one free hot meal to SNAP recipients while supplies last—its long tradition of serving those in need is now expanding to help more people.
Guilford County cut SNAP benefits for 33,000 students — 111 schools still provide free meals under the community eligibility program.
Guilford County officials announced the OneGuilford Supporting our Pantries Plan to help families affected by the SNAP benefits pause — the plan will work with local food security partners to support over 41,000 households, especially senior citizens, veterans, and disabled residents.
High Point will hold several days of public events starting Monday to gather input on improvements to S.
Main Street as part of the 'Plan South Main' initiative—residents are invited to share ideas to shape local changes.
City street crews in High Point will start the first of two annual rounds of loose-leaf collection next week (covering several neighborhoods).
A second round will follow soon after (ensuring more thorough cleanup).
Leah Jordan with Safe Kids Guilford discussed safe candy alternatives for children with allergies and sensory sensitivities—advice aimed at helping families choose treats that lessen health risks.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Adaptive Tennis
11 AM – 1 PM — Deep River Recreation Center — Free — Discover tennis through engaging opportunities for adaptive players in the community.
Danú: An Emerald Isle Christmas
6-10 p.m. — High Point Theatre — $0 to $78.73 — Celebrate the spirit of a traditional Irish Christmas with live music and colorful dancing.
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