North Guilford County, NC, News and Community Information

Grimsley stadium scores a fresh look

"Tiffany S. Jones ()" — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 22:18:00 -0400

A simple request for a price break on building materials for the Grimsley High Boosters turned into a full improvement project, courtesy of a national home-improvement chain.

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"Janice Carmac ()" — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 02:00:00 -0400

FUNDRAISERS
Ongoing
Aluminum Can Collection, ACES office at Brooks Global Studies Elementary is collecting aluminum cans as a service project for Ronald McDonald House Charities. Mail or bring cans to Nathalie or Brooke, 1215 Westover Terrace, Greensboro, NC 27408. 370-8347.

Greensboro named Playful City

"Lori Thore ()" — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 01:21:24 -0400

Since its founding in 1808, Greensboro has recognized play as an important part of the quality of life for its residents . No organization embraces the concept of play better than the nationally recognized Greensboro Parks & Recreation Department.

New foundation fights drunken driving

"E.A. Seagraves ()" — Sun, 29 Aug 2010 03:00:00 -0400

When a parent loses a child, it splits the parent’s world in two.

For Chuck and Becky Kennedy of Jamestown , they now define time as “this happened when Emily was still here and when she wasn’t here.”

Their daughter, Emily May , died May 17, 2007. She was killed by a drunken, underage driver. Emily was 24.

How does a parent deal with that?

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"Janice Carmac ()" — Sun, 29 Aug 2010 03:00:00 -0400

Small changes yield greener lifestyle

"Melanie Buckingham ()" — Sun, 29 Aug 2010 01:28:03 -0400

After graduating Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University program, I have learned about the value of a dollar and about wiser spending habits.

I also am trying to live sustainably and make better investments of my time. How do you merge those values: respecting the Earth and being economically responsible?

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"Janice Carmac ()" — Sun, 22 Aug 2010 03:00:00 -0400

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"Janice Carmac ()" — Sun, 15 Aug 2010 02:00:00 -0400

FUNDRAISERS
Guilford Interfaith Hospitality Network Cookout and Ice Cream Social, 6-9 p.m. Aug. 14, St. Pius X Church, Kloster Center, 2200 N. Elm St., Greensboro. Benefits Network’s ministry to homeless children and their families. $8 adults, $5 children. Take out plates available. 574-0333 or www.GIHN.org.

Birthday girl helps pet shelter

"Tiffany S. Jones ()" — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 01:16:54 -0400

One Greensboro girl decided to use her birthday celebration as a way to help out a few furry friends.

Instead of presents, 6-year-old Abigail Lawrence requested that her party attendees bring items to be donated to the Guilford County Animal Shelter.

“We got a lot of dog food, some people brought cat food, some dishes and cat litter,” Abigail said.

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"Janice Carmac ()" — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 02:00:00 -0400

Talks give visitors glimpse of zookeeper’s life

Sun, 08 Aug 2010 01:19:12 -0400

Have you ever thought about becoming a zookeeper?

Thousands of children and adult visitors each year tell us that at some point in their life they have dreamed about a career working with animals. But, what is it really like to work with so many diverse animals in a zoological park setting?

Centers offer learning, fun after school

Sun, 08 Aug 2010 02:22:53 -0400

As the lazy days of summer slip away, kids soon will pack their book bags to head back to school. The staffs at the Leonard and Lewis recreation centers also are preparing for their after-school programs to welcome boys and girls in kindergarten through sixth grade.

Slow the pace as summer ends

"Melanie Buckingham ()" — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 01:56:52 -0400

If your summer has been anything like mine, there hasn’t been a moment to breathe.

Shuttling my kids to and from half-day camps and working full-time has been exhausting. But now with only a few weeks remaining until school starts, it would be wonderful to find some way to slow down, create and share a few more summertime memories with our kids.

Kids embrace acting arts

Sun, 01 Aug 2010 01:25:26 -0400

The Actor’s Workshop, a two-week camp for children ages 8-12, included sessions on acting, costuming and scenery. Campers will present a 20-minute performance at 6:30 p.m. Friday at the Broach Theatre. It is free and open to the public. Call 707-4394 for more information.

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"Janice Carmac ()" — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 02:00:00 -0400

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"Janice Carmac ()" — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 03:00:00 -0400

Native plants flourish as ground cover

"Katherine Schlosser ()" — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 01:55:58 -0400

A number of you have e-mailed or called to ask about native ground covers that can be used in place of invasive plants such as ivy and periwinkle. It is a little early for planting, but not too early to start removing any invasive plants you have and making plans to fill the space in the fall.

Year-round fun available at Bur-Mil

"Tracy Pegram " — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 01:06:01 -0400

Schools will be back in session soon, but that doesn’t mean that the fun has to stop. Bur-Mil Park offers opportunities for fun year-round.

For those teacher workdays when you need a safe place for the children, Bur-Mil offers Teacher Workday Camps. These one-day camps give the children a fun alternative to staying at home.

Program gives students a bright start

Sun, 18 Jul 2010 01:59:40 -0400

Think of the first day of school each year and that brand new box of crayons you got.

Remember that fresh smell, the crisp edges of the unused crayon, the paper wrapped all the way around and unsullied by creative juices. Was that your favorite moment of the new school year?

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"Janice Carmac ()" — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 03:00:44 -0400

FUNDRAISERS
Aluminum Can Collection, ACES office at Brooks Global Studies Elementary is collecting aluminum cans as a service project for Ronald McDonald House Charities. Mail or bring cans to Nathalie or Brooke, 1215 Westover Terrace, Greensboro, NC 27408. 370-8347.

Guilford County's fourth-quarter high school honor rolls

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 12:58:14 -0400

The following students in the Guilford County Schools have achieved academic distinction for the fourth quarter and are included on the school system's "A Team."

Guilford County's fourth-quarter middle school honor rolls

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 13:18:09 -0400

The following students in the Guilford County Schools have achieved academic distinction for the fourth quarter and are included on the school systems ''A Team.'' Students in Grades six through eight who received all A's during the fourth nine-week grading period qualify for the ''A Team.''

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"Janice Carmac ()" — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 03:00:00 -0400

Orthodontic patients, staff trading Silly Bandz

Sun, 11 Jul 2010 02:13:04 -0400

Usually it’s the person wearing the braces who worries about hearing, “Are you wearing your rubber bands?” But at Kaley Orthodontics, it is a bigger problem for the doctors.

Fishing and boating add up to fun

"Lori Thore ()" — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 01:18:06 -0400

Summer is a great time for a cool dip in one of our city pools, a leisurely stroll through one of Greensboro’s three botanical gardens or a free outdoor concert with Music for a Sunday Evening in the Park.