The Fleeting Perfection of the Strawberry
It’s peak strawberry season—and we’re lucky to be in Greensboro for it.
Greensboro Police Chief Sworn In
Amid controversy over his hiring, Kamran Afzal was sworn in as Greensboro’s new police chief Tuesday. He promised to listen to the community.
At a Career High, Pulitzer Winner Jodi Kantor Considers ‘How to Start’
In her new book, the Pulitzer-Prize winning New York Times reporter gives advice to people at the beginning of their work-life journeys.
The Meaning of Mahjong
A century ago, an ‘exotic’ game from China took America by storm. Mahjong’s resurgence is again exposing questions about race and commerce.
A Comedian Walks Into a Police Station
A social media manager has made the Greensboro Police Department’s social media wildly popular. But a pattern of offensive posts may threaten the department’s reputation at a critical time.
‘Kids Are the Best Readers’
Greensboro children’s author Bea Birdsong talks inspiration, diversity and the power of reading.
Eastern Festival of Music Partners with Tanger Center for Ticket Sales
The beloved summer music camp is back this year with a powerful partner.
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‘Home Should Be a Safe Place’
Sonya Desai, one of the first staffers at the Guilford County Family Justice Center, was named its new director Tuesday.
A Greensboro Abortion Provider Closes, Leaving Limited Options
Greensboro’s only clinic offering surgical abortions will close at the end of April. Providers, advocates, and patients are now scrambling to fill the gap.
‘Democracy is Hard’
At the inaugural Greensboro Newsmakers event, students, and higher education leaders talked about civic health and engagement.
Life As a ‘Human Shield’
A new documentary about abortion clinic escorts In North Carolina and beyond premieres at the RiverRun International Film Festival.
Dough, Sauce, Cheese
At The PZA, a pop-up pizza stand, a mastery of basics opens up a world of flavor possibilities.
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