Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of December.
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🏘️ Community
Local businesses and residents are preparing for winter weather on Friday as a hardware store manager said customers are stocking up on supplies to face the forecast cold.
The 2025 Christmas Cheer Fund in High Point earned nearly $5K in early donations today as local organizers plan to support holiday programs.
The Community Clinic of High Point celebrates its 20th annual Puttin’ on the Grits fundraiser Saturday from 8 — 11 a.m. at St. Mary’s Episcopal.
💼 Business
Hooker Furnishings will sell its Pulaski Furniture and Samuel Lawrence Furniture casegoods brands for $4.8 million — a key move in its multiyear effort to streamline its portfolio.
🎭 Culture
WFMY News 2's Ben Briscoe is recreating fan-favorite recipes after all K&W Cafeterias closed suddenly on Dec.
1 (three days ago), giving locals a chance to taste the meals they loved.
🎓 Education
Advocates for Allen Jay Elementary School gathered Wednesday afternoon at the campus—students, parents, and county leaders marked a groundbreaking signaling the start of the new school's development.
🌲 Environment
A winter storm will bring a mix of snow, sleet and freezing rain to parts of North Carolina on Friday—travel may be impacted for morning commutes, with southern counties expecting a shift to rain and areas north of I‑40 remaining wintry.
The weather may continue to disrupt travel into Saturday.
🏈 Sports
Grimsley 2026 offensive lineman Nick Kashubara signed with Appalachian State on Dec.
3 and talked about the move, marking his next step in college football.
🎉 High Point Events
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The Nutcracker Ballet: A Holiday Classic
6 p.m. — High Point Theatre — $31 — Experience Clara’s enchanting journey in a magical production of The Nutcracker Ballet with stunning visuals and delightful performances.
Red Hat Enterprise Linux Systems Administration II Training
December 8th-11th — Arise Health Training Institute — $1890 — Enhance your Linux skills with this extensive hands-on training course.
Adaptive Tennis
11 AM - 1 PM — Deep River Recreation Center Tennis Courts — Free — Experience the joy of tennis tailored for individuals with physical disabilities.
Live Music with James Vincent Carroll
7-9 p.m. — Goofy Foot Taproom and Brewery — Cost Info not provided — Enjoy a night of live music with local artist James Vincent Carroll in a top-rated taproom.
A Christmas Carol - Musical Performance
2-4 p.m. — High Point Theatre — $26 to $31 — Experience the transformation of Ebenezer Scrooge in a delightful holiday musical adaptation of Dickens’ classic.
MBB vs. Mary Baldwin Basketball Game
7-11:59 p.m. — Nido and Mariana Qubein Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying basketball showdown featuring the Mary Baldwin Fighting Squirrels.
Christmas Dessert Charcuterie Class
7-9 p.m. — Uncle Cheesecake — Cost information not provided — Craft a stunning dessert charcuterie board with festive treats for your holiday gatherings.
Adaptive Tennis
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Deep River Recreation Center — Free — Embrace the sport of tennis in an inclusive setting for adaptive players of all abilities.
New Year's Eve Celebration at The Podium
9:30 PM – 12:30 AM — The Podium — £70-£85 per person — Enjoy a lavish dinner with champagne to ring in the New Year.
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