Governor Cooper Issues a Stay-At-Home Executive Order

Marisa SloanStaff Writer As the number of COVID-19 cases in North Carolina rises above 1,100—with 36 of those cases coming from Guilford County—Governor Roy Cooper has issued a ‘stay-at-home’ executive order. Executive Order No. 121 will take effect at 5 p.m. on March 30 and last at least 30 days. It will attempt to slow the spread of COVID-19 by preventing people from leaving their … Continue reading Governor Cooper Issues a Stay-At-Home Executive Order

Launch Greensboro Competition Draws Entrepreneurs from Across State

Tyra HilliardStaff Writer The Launch Greensboro Pitch Competition has completed another year as entrepreneurs competed in pitching their startup and concept ideas. The competitors and the ideas presented were strong and quick to the point. In less than two minutes, many entrepreneurs pitched their perfected ideas to ready investors. Competitors travelled from all across the state to spend the evening in Greensboro in hopes of … Continue reading Launch Greensboro Competition Draws Entrepreneurs from Across State

Machete: A Dinner Party Experience to Remember!

Austin HorneStaff Writer Machete, previously known as “Greensboro’s best kept secret dinner party” (Yes! Weekly), has opened its own brick and mortar physical restaurant downtown! If you’re familiar with our fantastic food scene you may recognize their new location at the corner of Battleground and Eugene as the old home of Crafted: Art of Street Food. Machete officially opens today, but they’ve been hosting a … Continue reading Machete: A Dinner Party Experience to Remember!

Community Forum on fighting human trafficking to be held in Greensboro

Tyra HilliardStaff Writer “Every Time A Girl Says ‘I Am A Queen,’ She Breaks Chains of Rejection, Defeat and Pain Off Her Life,” is the tagline of a High Point based nonprofit. Alana Allen, founder and executive director of “I Am A Queen” will be hosting a community forum called “What’s Happening to Our Black Girls?”. This presentation will focus on the alarming rate of … Continue reading Community Forum on fighting human trafficking to be held in Greensboro

Expert warns students about human trafficking

Sydney ThompsonStaff Writer On Monday, February 24, a luncheon inside the Faculty Building was hosted for students and staff. Accompanying the luncheon was the presentation by Maria Harkin on human trafficking and what college students should watch out for. Harkin is an expert of over a decade on human trafficking and is involved in a task force to help victims in the Piedmont area.  “College … Continue reading Expert warns students about human trafficking

Greensboro Science Center To Rehabilitate 11 Green Sea Turtles

Marisa SloanStaff Writer‘ On Jan. 27, the Wiseman Aquarium at the Greensboro Science Center took in 11 green sea turtles for rehabilitation. The turtles are part of a large group of cold-stunned turtles—over 150—that washed up on the North Carolina coast following spells of unusually cold weather. Sea turtles are vulnerable to becoming cold-stunned when water temperatures reach below 50 degrees Fahrenheit. According to Sarah … Continue reading Greensboro Science Center To Rehabilitate 11 Green Sea Turtles

An Interview with Ian McDowell, Author & Illustrator of Alphabestiary

Austin HorneStaff Writer Ian McDowell is a Greensboro based author, illustrator, and journalist. A huge fan of old school creature features, science fiction, and fantasy; Ian has been writing nearly his whole life. He’s contributed short fiction to numerous publications and collections including Asimov’s Science Fiction and Mondo Zombie. Ian has also written several books of his own and has been praised by Neil Gaiman … Continue reading An Interview with Ian McDowell, Author & Illustrator of Alphabestiary

Using Your Voice to Vote

Hannah LarsonStaff Writer The presidential election will be here soon which means it is almost voting season. Voting is a way of expression; people have the opportunity to voice their opinions and worries. For many, this may be the first time they participate in voting which is crucial. In an article, “9 Reasons We Need Young Voters More Than Ever,” young voters hold a very … Continue reading Using Your Voice to Vote

Greensboro Public Transportation Celebrates Black History Month

Tyra HilliardStaff Writer February is Black History month and with all the history within Greensboro, North Carolina, the city has decided to participate in the celebration and acknowledge how far African American people have come. The Greensboro Transit Authority has paid their homage by spicing up their daily bus routes by introducing The Heritage Ride.  Since 2017, the uniquely decorated bus, one with unmistakable decals … Continue reading Greensboro Public Transportation Celebrates Black History Month

Remembering the Greensboro Four, 60 Years Later

Tyra HilliardStaff Writer On February 1, 1960, four black male students from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (NC A&T) sat down at an all white lunch counter at the Woolworth’s store in Greensboro, North Carolina and changed history. 60 years later, Greensboro celebrated the anniversary and the changes made since. Ezell Blair Jr. (now known as Jibreel Khazan), Franklin McCain, Joseph McNeil and … Continue reading Remembering the Greensboro Four, 60 Years Later