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Mar142022 by Sky EmersonNo Comments

Asheboro Easter Eggstravaganza Scheduled For April

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ASHEBORO N.C. - Asheboro Cultural & Recreation Services has announced a date for this year's Easter Eggstravaganza. The annual Easter Eggstravaganza is a free family friendly event hosted by the City of Asheboro's Cultural & Recreation Services. Children ages 1-10 can participate to find eggs with a special appearance from the Easter Bunny and goody bags for everyone. This year the event is scheduled for Saturday, April 9th from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm at Bicentennial Park in downtown Asheboro. The event will be held rain or shine. Please note that parents are asked to remain outside of the egg hunt area while children are collecting the eggs. The egg hunt times are: 1-2 year olds at 10:00am3-4 year olds at 10:00am5-7 year olds at 11:30am8-10 year olds at 1:00pm For fur...

Mar22022 by Randolph News NowNo Comments

Asheboro to Host Lifeguard Training Classes This Spring

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Pool lifeguards red rescue tube near swimming pool (hooyah808/Adobe Stock) ASHEBORO N.C. (CITY OF ASHEBORO)- The Asheboro Cultural and Recreation Services Department is providing Blended Learning American Red Cross Lifeguard Training throughout the spring, in preparation for the summer. The cost of the classes are $225.00. Participants must meet and pass all prerequisites set by the American Red Cross. These include being a minimum age of 15, and being able to complete a 300 meter swim, the retrieval and return of a 10 pound object from an 8 foot depth, and a 2 minute tread without the use of hands. The training can be registered for online via the ACRS website, or in person. Classes will be held on the following dates: March 16th, 19th & 20thApril 7th, 12th & 13thMay 12th...

Feb172022 by Sky EmersonNo Comments

Grady Lawson Memorial Baseball Classic This Saturday

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ASHEBORO N.C. - The third annual Grady Lawson Memorial Baseball Classic is schedule to take place this Saturday at Eastern Randolph High School. With sunny skies and a high of around 60, its going to be the perfect day to check out preseason local talent while supporting a great cause. Tickets are $5 and All proceeds benefit the scholarship fund. Click on photo to goto the event page Schedule 9:00 am - Uwharrie MS vs Southeast Randolph Middle11:30 am - Providence Grove vs East Davidson02:00 pm - Lee County vs SouthWest Randolph04:30 pm - Eastern Randolph vs Jordan- Matthews ???? Image Credits Poster - Contributed PhotoFeatured Image - jdoms / Adobe Stock

Dec12021 by Sky EmersonNo Comments

Cash Prizes For Best Christmas Lights, How To Enter For Free

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stas_malyarevsky / Adobe Stock ASHEBORO N.C. - Do your Christmas lights have what it takes to impress, then you might be able to win up to $500 in this years Light It Up Asheboro Christmas Light Contest. The Asheboro Randolph Chamber of Commerce is offering cash prizes as high as $500 for the best Christmas light display in four different categories. Commercial, Residential, Non-Profit, and Store Window. Prizes for each category are $500 for first place, $300 for second place, and third place at $100. Registration is free, but the deadline of 5PM on December 3, 2021 is approaching fast. Judging will take place between Dec 7th and 9th and will look at Creativity, Originality, Theme, Completeness, and Wow Factor. Winners will be announced on Saturday, December 11th. Registrati...

Nov112021 by Scott PelkeyNo Comments

Veterans Day – Local Discounts & Freebies

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LIGHTFIELD STUDIOS / ADOBE STOCK The following is a list of Veterans Day discounts offered by local retailers and businesses in Randolph County for 2021. All of these have been confirmed and we will provide a link to the companies website when one is available. If you know of one we missed, or your a business owner offering a free or discounted item or service for veterans let us know. Please Note: Most businesses will require proof of military service, therefore we will only note when one has special requirements. For a list of Veteran Day Events - Click Here Attractions NC Zoo - In celebration of Veterans Day, from November 8-14, we are offering military free admission and $2 off admission for up to six accompanying guests. This special military discount is offered to al...

Nov112021 by Sky EmersonNo Comments

Veterans Day Events

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Here is a list of all the Veterans Day events across Randolph County that we know about. Are we missing one? Let us know. Military Appreciation Week – NC Zoo November 8 - November 14 In celebration of Veterans Day, from November 8-14, North Carolina Zoo is offering military free admission and $2 off admission for up to six accompanying guests. This special military discount is offered to all active duty, reserve, veteran and retired military personnel and only available for admission purchased on-site. Please bring any of the following to qualify for the discount: US Veterans ID, Military ID, DD-214 with Photo ID, State driver’s license with the veteran indicator, or military identifierID issued by the VA, VFW, or American Legion. More Information 2021 Field of Hono...

Nov92021 by Sky EmersonNo Comments

Asheboro Announces First “Gifting Tree Project”

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ASHEBORO, NC – Asheboro's Cultural & Recreation Services announced they will be holding the 1st annual Asheboro Gifting Tree Project. "Stroll through Bicentennial Park as it is transformed into a dazzling Christmas tree display. Local businesses, religious organizations, non-profits, schools, service clubs, and individuals/families decorate their tree in a competition to win a donation (provided by Modern Toyota) to the nonprofit group of their choice" said Cultural & Recreation Services in a press release. If you want to participate the entry fee is $45 and includes one Christmas tree with stand (approximately 6-7 feet tall), an assigned space in Bicentennial Park, and a printed sign indicating the name of your family, school, or organization. Registration is open now throu...

Nov12021 by Scott PelkeyNo Comments

PHOTOS – Trunk-Or-Treat At The Sheriff’s Office

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Oct172021 by Sky EmersonNo Comments

Spooky Good Time – Halloween Events

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ASHEBORO NC - Last weekend marked the start of several haunted and spooky Halloween events across Randolph County. If you're looking for a spooky good time here are some of the events: Kersey Valley Spookywoods Spookywoods is a tradition in NC since 1985 and selected in USA Today’s 2021 Top Haunted Attractions in America! Admission: $30.20 – Leave all pocketbooks, purses, bags, food, drinks, drugs, vapes, lighters, knives, or guns in your car. We will not hold items or tolerate idiots. Archdale Police officers are stationed throughout the park. Hours: Ticket Booth Opens from 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. If you are in line by 10: 00 p.m. you will get to see the attraction. Dates Open: October: 1,2,3,8,9,10,15,16,17,22,23,24,29,30,31 November: 5,6 More Information: https://spookywoods.c...

Oct12021 by Randolph News NowNo Comments

Boo at the NC Zoo – Event Offered Two Weekends in October

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Photo Provided by NC Zoo ASHEBORO NC (NC ZOO) – The change of seasons means Halloween is just around the corner. The North Carolina Zoo will host their annual Halloween event “Boo at the NC Zoo” two weekends in October this year. Boo will be held Saturdays and Sundays on Oct. 16, 17, 23, and 24, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on all days. Boo at the NC Zoo is a family-friendly daytime event and socially distanced for everyone's fun and safety. There will be trick-or-treating at stations throughout the park, a souvenir bag, live entertainment, animal encounters, Halloween-themed photos, and costume contests. The cost for Boo at the NC Zoo is $8 per trick-or-treater (2 and up) plus admission (parents and guardians do not need to purchase a Boo ticket). North Carolina Zoo members receiv...