Scope News Kernersville

16/08/2025

Years of mismanagement left WS/FCS $46 million in the red 🔻

A state audit determined the funds went to students and schools — but poor financial oversight, overstaffing, and failure to adjust after COVID-era funding expired caused the massive deficit.

➡️ Read our full breakdown here:

“…years of poor accounting practices…”

15/08/2025

🐝Buzz-worthy fun is back in Kernersville!

The Honeybee Festival returns tomorrow with 130+ vendors, food trucks, live music, a train ride, face painting, gem-mining, and even a DIY stuffed animal station for the kiddos.

🎉It’s sweet, it’s local, and it’s happening at Fourth of July Park from 10–5.

☀️Hot day? No worries — there's a misting tent to keep you cool while you explore.

Click on our article for more👇

🎧And if you missed last year’s deep dive with Parks & Rec's Cady Ray, we’ve got that linked too!

…more than 130 vendors…

15/08/2025

🎮Game On is officially OPEN!🍔

Arcade fun, cold drinks, and fresh food -- all under one roof.

📍 Grand opening happening now, 727 East Mountain Street

Check back for a full article coming soon!

And take a peek in our teaser video👇

14/08/2025

Big day for Short Street Kitchen! A ribbon-cutting ceremony this morning kicked off a grand opening celebration for its new open-to-the-public Bakehouse & Cafe, 108 Short Street. We were there for a first look inside!

📍 Open today until 3 p.m. — swing by and check it out!

Already been? Let us know what you think in the comments!👇

13/08/2025

“I acknowledge that this recommendation will impact lives. It will cause uncertainty, anxiety, anger — a myriad of reactions, all valid.”

The budget is broken. Emotions are high. Here's the latest:

“…no more ‘stuff’ left…”

13/08/2025

A fraud call at Piedmont Federal Bank turned into a major arrest when Kernersville police took two suspects into custody — one of whom is wanted on more than two dozen felony charges across North Carolina and Tennessee.

…expected to face extradition…

13/08/2025

08/08/2025

🎨Downtown Kernersville is one step closer to showing off some new public art. Town leaders just unveiled a proposal that could finally clear the way for Christina Parrish Art's long-awaited downtown mural project.

A public hearing is next week. Check out our latest for the full scoop on what’s changing and why it matters.

“…honorariums, memorials, or sponsorships…”

08/08/2025

🚨An incident caught on video at a Kernersville convenience store led to a felony charge for a Greensboro woman. The Kernersville Police Department isn't mincing words: "Criminals beware."👮‍♂️

“…not in our town…”

29/07/2025

Cool off and get creative with Bricks & Minifigs Kernersville!

A summer-themed celebration is underway until August 15 with challenges and events for Lego fans of all ages — with prizes and bragging rights on the line.

📍 Stop by, show off your skills, and beat the heat with some brick-building fun! 🧱

“…creativity with the community…”

25/07/2025

🩸 Give the Gift of Life—Donate Blood Today! 🩸

Join Kiwanis of Kernersville and the American Red Cross for a community blood drive TODAY from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church (1110 Salisbury Street).

Every donation can help save up to three lives! 💪

Schedule your appointment now at redcrossblood.org and enter the keyword "Kiwanis Kernersville."