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In today's newsletter:

  • Have you seen this 65-year-old man missing around Battleground Avenue?
  • What Greensboro council is weighing before greenlighting future data centers
  • How UNCG turned a red card into a big home win.

Also on today's calendar: Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the hospital? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Not as warm with high clouds, with a high of 76 and low of 60 degrees.
  • Saturday: Some rain in the p.m.; cooler, temps: high: 63, low: 58.
  • Sunday: Cloudy, a couple of t-storms, with a high of 71 and low of 59 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Guilford sheriff seeks public's help locating missing 65-year-old man in Greensboro (abc45.com) — Guilford County deputies are asking Greensboro residents to help find 65-year-old Frederick Harold Lahr, last seen September 15 walking near Edgemore Road and Pisgah Church Road. He frequents spots like Herbie's Restaurant on Battleground Avenue and the Lewis Recreation Center chess club, and anyone who's seen him is urged to call the sheriff's office or Crime Stoppers.
   

2. Greensboro City Council discusses data center policy (myfox8.com) — Greensboro's City Council is weighing how to regulate data centers, including noise limits, renewable energy requirements, and transparency with residents about future projects. With experts outlining statewide trends and a follow-up meeting set for Oct. 15, these decisions could shape where and how large computing facilities operate in and around Greensboro.
   

3. Uncg men's soccer tops NC State 3-1 at home (greensboro.com) — UNC Greensboro's men's soccer team delighted home fans in Greensboro with a 3-1 win over NC State, breaking a 1-1 halftime tie with two late second‑half goals. Playing at UNCG Soccer Stadium, the Spartans capitalized on a Wolfpack red card and strong attacking play from Lasse Dahl and Pablo Torre to stay unbeaten at home.
   

4. Greensboro man accused of Bravo Inn rape, kidnapping and robbery appears in court (greensboro.com) — A Greensboro man accused of rape, kidnapping and robbery at the Bravo Inn has appeared in court, according to local law enforcement. While the text is partially garbled, it's clear this is an ongoing Guilford County public safety case that residents may want to follow as it moves through the courts.
   

5. Dee Snider's 'Strangeland' Is Now a Haunted Attraction (creepycatalog.com) — A new Strangeland-themed haunted house is now open at Woods of Terror in Greensboro, giving local horror fans a chance to walk through Captain Howdy's twisted world. Running through November 6, the attraction features torture-chamber sets, scare actors, and nods to the 1998 film written by Twisted Sister's Dee Snider.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Someone's dog is loose on Tower Rd near the 4900 block of Hamilton Village.
    There is a collar on it but could not tell what it said. (Nextdoor Hamilton Lakes South)
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    They're eye popping, just an incredible welcoming to cooler temperatures! I try to tell everyone every year that everyone needs these in their lives,… (Nextdoor McAlister Place)
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Ok Greensboro! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why did the cookie go to the hospital?" — Because he felt crummy. (Thank you Sanda J. for sending it in!)
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