Cheers High Point! We're back, helping you stay up to date with what's happening. Let's take on the day together! ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Are High Point's falling car break-ins thanks to these simple habits?
- Want Jonas Brothers tickets? Here's how High Point fans can enter.
- What help can High Point residents get at the new legal center?
Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
- Tuesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 91 and low of 72 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Wednesday: Partial sunshine, temps: high: 91, low: 72.
- Thursday: Partly sunny, a heavy t-storm, with a high of 92 and low of 71 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Law enforcement shares tips to prevent car break-ins and thefts (abc45.com) — High Point police say car break-ins and vehicle thefts are down this year, but they're urging residents not to get complacent. Officers share specific steps—like locking doors, removing valuables, and using wheel locks—to keep numbers falling, while countywide data show thefts and stolen firearms remain a concern across Guilford County.
• The Jonas Brothers (WMKS Contest Rules) (iheart.com) — High Point listeners can enter WMKS-FM's Jonas Brothers "Win Before You Can Buy" sweepstakes, run by iHeartMedia from August 13, 2026, for a shot at tickets to the October 13 Charlotte show. The official rules spell out eligibility for Guilford and surrounding counties, how to submit a Talkback message in the iHeartRadio app, and when winners will be drawn and notified.
• New Guilford County Legal Support Center Aims to Overcome 'Barriers to Justice' (greensborothread.com) — Guilford County's new Legal Support Center, which first opened at the High Point courthouse, is designed to help people who can't afford lawyers better navigate civil cases like custody and housing. Leaders say the service should reduce delays, ease stress on families, and may eventually expand with help from local law schools, including High Point University's.
📸 Around High Point
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🗓 Upcoming Events in High Point
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Wednesday August 19 - Mandatory Teacher Workday
Johnson Street Global Studies High Point, NC 27262 - Drop-In Tech Help →
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2:00 pm Thursday August 20 - Mandatory Teacher Workday
Johnson Street Global Studies High Point, NC 27262 - Dan Hodgson "Thursday Cafe" →
High Point, NC Calendar, 901 N. Main St 1st floor, High Point - Triad Adult & Pediatric Medicine Information Table →
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9:00 am - Bingo for Seniors →
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11:00 am - Humana Workshop: Bingo for Seniors →
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11:00 am - Basic Skills Computer Class →
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🗓 Events Nearby
Tuesday August 18 - Board of Education Workshop
Kimmel Farm Elementary 4801 Bethania Station Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, USA
9:00 am - Community Appearance Commission →
Kernersville Town Hall, 134 E Mountain St, Kernersville
12:15 pm - Soccer vs. Salisbury
Central Davidson High School Lexington, NC 27295
5:00 pm - Food Truck Rodeo →
Musten & Crutchfield Food Market, 245 N Main St, Kernersville
5:00 pm
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- When times get hard and skies turn gray,
And trouble seems to find its way, Remember we are not alone— A helping hand can lead us home. Look out for those who live nearby, The lonely soul,… (Nextdoor Hartley Square Condo) - Missing wo Rottweilers.
Please call 7432588369. They let themselves out this morning. Please please. One has a bad leg.named Pablo and Cajun they are friendly but maybe not… (Nextdoor Hartley Square Condo)
- McDonald's Restaurants posted a job opening for Janitor Custodian Jobs.. in High Point. Apply here.
- O2 Fitness Clubs posted a job opening for Kids Club Team Member in High Point. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near High Point here.
🗞 Nearby News
Thomasville
- Rowan Helping Ministries: Celebrating Rhonda's success (salisburypost.com)
- One Wealth Advisors LLC Takes $1.62 Million Position in Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. $ODFL (marketbeat.com)
Kernersville
- Joey Chestnut headlines Carolina Classic Fair, presale tickets available (wxii12.com)
- Kernersville Police ask for public's help identifying vehicle involved in hit-and-run crash (wfmynews2.com)
- Special Weather Statement until MON 6:30 PM EDT (greensboro.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he could save time! (Thank you Lorraine S. for sending it in!)
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