Grimsley rolls past Ragsdale
October 13, 2023Whirlies 56 Tigers 6 The Grimsley Whirlies cruised to an easy 56-6 Metro 4A Conference victory over the Ragsdale Tigers (Jamestown) Friday night at Jamieson Stadium. The Whirlies improved to 7-0 overall and 4-0 in the Metro while the Tigers fell to 1-6, 1-3 in the conference. Grimsley has been the defending Metro 4A champion […]
Feds reveal HBCUs have been underfunded by $12 billion
October 13, 2023Federal officials told 16 states that they’ve been underfunding their Historically Black Colleges and Universities by some $12 billion. Tennessee State University had the biggest loss. North Carolina A&T State University finds itself at the top of a list that appears to be a serious indictment on unequal education — in the state and elsewhere. […]
City Seeks Violence Interrupters
October 13, 2023The City of Greensboro is soliciting proposals from qualified companies and businesses to implement the Community Violence Intervention & Interruption Project (CVIIP), beginning in January 2024 and granting $500,000 annually for three years. During a community meeting at the Peeler Recreation Center, city staff outlined the comprehensive group violence intervention and interruption program to 35 […]
A&T reassesses air and ground game to face Delaware
October 12, 2023It appears the renewed sense of hope and confidence building around the A&T football program may have been short lived. One week after upsetting Norfolk State to capture their first victory of the season and give Vincent Brown his first-ever win as head coach, A&T returned to Truist Stadium this past Saturday and was thoroughly […]
Community gathering offers prayers after attacks in Israel
October 12, 2023Anger, sadness, empathy, and hope were just some of the emotions shared at a community gathering at Temple Emanuel to mourn the thousands of victims of Hamas attacks in Israel over the weekend. The community was invited to meet at the temple Monday evening to share songs, prayers, and uplifting words in support of the […]
After a win at Norfolk State, A&T Aggies prep to battle Villanova
October 6, 2023It’s been a tough first month on the job for new A&T football coach Vincent Brown, but throughout his team’s 0-3 start which was plagued by double digit losses and an anemic passing offense, he was able to maintain steadfast optimism. So, this Monday, when he returned to the weekly press conference following A&T’s dramatic […]
The Links Walk for Healthy Living
October 6, 2023Members of the Grandiflora and Greensboro Chapters of The Links, Incorporated enjoyed the stimulating benefit of a healthy and engaging Saturday morning jaunt at Greensboro’s Country Park. The service organization’s members host the annual Walk for Healthy Living, a community-wide event that is open to members of The Links, Incorporated, family, friends, and anyone who […]
Dudley routs rival Smith, 77-6
October 6, 2023The unbeaten 5-0 Dudley Panthers played host to cross-town rival (2-3) Smith Golden Eagles Friday night, September 29, at Tarpley Stadium. Dudley came into the contest ranked 3rd in the 3A division. Dudley routed their cross-town rival 77-6. The victory extended the Panthers’ winning streak over the Eagles to 13- games dating back to 2010. […]
2023 Pride Festival Greensboro
October 6, 2023The annual Greensboro Pride Festival produced an efflorescence of happy people of all genders and walks of life, who gathered on South Elm Street to enjoy great food, music and community. Under bright, warm skies, organizers hailed last Sunday’s (Oct. 1) event as one of the best Pride events in Greensboro. More than 215 vendor-community […]
Dudley High Community comes together post-shooting incident
October 6, 2023New safety measures will be implemented at all Guilford County high school sporting events, was the main takeaway during a community Town Hall meeting at James B. Dudley High School (DHS) on Monday. The meeting was spurred by a shooting that occurred on the high school grounds after last Friday night’s football game. Community members […]