Emily Mikkelsen

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Digital Media Producer at WGHP-TV (High Point, NC)

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Man charged with 4 counts of sexual exploitation, Randolph County Sheriff’s Office says

1 day ago | myfox8.com | Emily Mikkelsen

RANDOLPH COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — A man has been charged with multiple counts of sexual exploitation in the Piedmont Triad. Randolph County Sheriff’s Office said that on May 8, they were informed of allegations of sex offenses involving a minor and began investigating. After the investigation, they sought charges against Harold Wayne Lewis, 51, for four counts of felony second-degree sexual exploitation of a minor.
Foxx, Hubbard set for rematch in North Carolina’s 5th Congressional District

2 days ago | yahoo.com | Emily Mikkelsen

BOONE, N.C. (WGHP) — Two familiar faces will be running for a congressional district that includes part of the Piedmont Triad. Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (R-District 5) announced that she will seek reelection in 2026 for the seat she has held since 2005. Chuck Hubbard, a Democrat and former journalist living in Greensboro, is returning for a rematch of their 2024 head-to-head when Hubbard lost to Foxx by about 75,000 votes. David Clayton has also joined the race as an Independent candidate.
North Carolina Folk Festival shares full lineup for 2025 festival

1 week ago | cbs17.com | Emily Mikkelsen

Posted: May 6, 2025 / 07:45 AM EDT Updated: May 6, 2025 / 07:45 AM EDT GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — The North Carolina Folk Festival has announced the lineup for the 2025 festival. The annual festival, which will take place from Sept. 12-14, 2025, is boasting a wide lineup of artists across genres. On Friday, Sammy Rae & The Friends are headlining.
North Carolina Folk Festival shares full lineup for 2025 festival

1 week ago | myfox8.com | Emily Mikkelsen

GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — The North Carolina Folk Festival has announced the lineup for the 2025 festival. The annual festival, which will take place from Sept. 12-14, 2025, is boasting a wide lineup of artists across genres. On Friday, Sammy Rae & The Friends are headlining. Iconic rap group Arrested Development will headline on Saturday, and Steep Canyon Rangers is the headliner on Sunday.
North Carolina Folk Festival shares full lineup for 2025 festival

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Emily Mikkelsen

GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — The North Carolina Folk Festival has announced the lineup for the 2025 festival. The annual festival, which will take place from Sept. 12-14, 2025, is boasting a wide lineup of artists across genres. On Friday, Sammy Rae & The Friends are headlining. Iconic rap group Arrested Development will headline on Saturday, and Steep Canyon Rangers is the headliner on Sunday.
Randolph County man accused of assaulting disabled person, sheriff’s office says

1 week ago | myfox8.com | Emily Mikkelsen

RANDOLPH COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — A man is facing multiple charges after allegedly assaulting someone. According to the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office, they went to a home in Denton for a welfare check on Monday and found someone who appeared to have been assaulted. The victim was evaluated by EMS and deputies began investigating. Jeremy Joe Bray is accused of assaulting a person with a disability, leaving bruises on their wrist.
Fiona Petracca is our Educator of the Week!

1 week ago | myfox8.com | Emily Mikkelsen

If you know of an educator who is worthy of this nomination please fill out the nomination form here. Educator of the Week is sponsored by the North Carolina Education Lottery.
Man in critical condition after stabbing, Winston-Salem police say

1 week ago | myfox8.com | Emily Mikkelsen

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (WGHP) — Police are investigating after a stabbing in the Triad. According to the Winston-Salem Police Department, they responded to reports of a stabbing on Graham Avenue just before 11 p.m. on Sunday. At the scene, they found a 45-year-old man who had been stabbed. He was taken to the hospital in critical condition. Anyone with information about an incident should call Winston-Salem police at 336-773-7700.
High Point man arrested as part of international child exploitation ring ‘764,’ DOJ says

1 week ago | wnct.com | Emily Mikkelsen

HIGH POINT, N.C. (WGHP) — A man from High Point has been taken into custody by the Department of Justice for his role in what is described as a violent organization participating in the exploitation of children. Prasan Nepal, 20, of High Point, was taken into custody on April 22 after being accused of being a leader of the organization “764” since at least 2021.
Driver involved in Eden crash that left 4 dead fired, city says

1 week ago | myfox8.com | Dolan Reynolds |Emily Mikkelsen

EDEN, N.C. (WGHP) — The driver involved in an Eden crash last week that left four people dead was fired on Friday, according to a statement released by the City of Eden. The statement says that Michael Ray Vernon, 66, of Eden, and Public Works Operations Superintendent Elmer “Dusty” Curry have been fired, and Public Works Operations Manager Darren Gatewood has retired. The personnel changes are effective as of Friday, the statement says.

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