Author Archives: David Arneke

7% of College Hill voters had nothing better to do on Tuesday than go out and vote, particularly for Outling and Vaughan

Posted on Nov 04, 2015 by David Arneke

Voters in College Hill joined the rest of the tiny turnout of Greensboro voters in re-electing Mayor Nancy Vaughan and the entire City Council on Tuesday. All of the incumbents on Precinct G44’s ballot except Mike Barber ran even better … Continue reading →

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Literary note: Miriam Herin to read from her new novel Sunday

Posted on Oct 26, 2015 by David Arneke

College Hill novelist Miriam Herin will read from her newly published second novel, A Stone for Bread, next Sunday, November 1, at 3 p.m. at Scuppernong Books, 304 S. Elm St. She also will sign copies of the book. Synopsis from Livingston … Continue reading →

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UNCG provides homecoming schedule and noise impacts

Posted on Oct 04, 2015 by David Arneke

The university has thoughtfully provided a schedule of its 2015 homecoming events and expected noise impacts (PDF). Most of the events, including fireworks, will be held on Saturday October 17. Highlights from Jim Settle, associate vice chancellor for student affairs: Traffic: Expect … Continue reading →

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Greensboro College debuts its greener-than-grass soccer field

Posted on Oct 04, 2015 by David Arneke

The Greensboro College men’s soccer team played the school’s inaugural game on its AstroTurf field Saturday. The Pride romped all over their new rug, pulverizing the hapless Averett Cougars, 5-0. The $1 million field was installed in less than two months.  The … Continue reading →

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Following up on Saturday’s downed tree and the new sign

Posted on Sep 27, 2015 by David Arneke

The tree that fell yesterday on Mendenhall Street damaged a very unlucky SUV, but the power lines and street light across the street were spared. Much of the tree remains in the front yard of 117 South Mendenhall St. It … Continue reading →

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Rain brings down large tree on Mendenhall Street

Posted on Sep 26, 2015 by David Arneke

A tree at 125 South Mendenhall Street 117 South Mendenhall Street (corrected 9/27) was brought down by the weekend rains. It fell mid-afternoon Saturday, blocking the street. By 4:30, Greensboro police had the street blocked at Rankin Place and West Market Street. … Continue reading →

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We have a new polling place beginning with October primary

Posted on Sep 25, 2015 by David Arneke

The Board of Elections has moved the polling place for Precinct G44, which includes College Hill. We’re now voting at the Guilford County Schools administration building, 501 West Washington St., at the corner of Washington and Spring Street. It’s across Spring Street … Continue reading →

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September agenda for Historic Preservation Commission has three COA applications from College Hill property owners

Posted on Sep 24, 2015 by David Arneke

The Historic Preservation Commission has three applications for certificates of appropriateness from College Hill property owners this month. The commission will meet Wednesday September 30, 4 p.m., in the Plaza Level Conference Room in the Melvin Municipal Building. Click here … Continue reading →

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Primary election for City Council and mayor on October 6; incumbents Vaughan and Outling both have 2 challengers

Posted on Sep 23, 2015 by David Arneke

The primary election for city offices will be held in less than two weeks, on Tuesday October 6. Early voting begins tomorrow, Thursday September 24, and runs through Saturday October 3 (closed Saturday September 26 and Sunday September 27). The … Continue reading →

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Free concert this Thursday evening at Morehead Park trailhead

Posted on Sep 21, 2015 by David Arneke

Each September, a group of community organizations hold a free concert at the Morehead Park  trailhead to promote voter registration among young adults. This year’s event is this Thursday, September 26, from 5:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. Click here for … Continue reading →

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