When National Politics Hijack Local Elections: Greensboro Deserves Better
For more than forty years, I have called Greensboro home, and I have never seen our city so divided—or so distracted from what truly matters. This past election wasn’t about local priorities like public safety, fiscal responsibility, or economic growth. It became a reflection of national anger and partisan politics, leaving Greensboro’s real challenges ignored.
Experienced, business-minded candidates who could have stabilized City Hall were overshadowed by rhetoric imported from Washington. Instead of choosing problem-solvers, voters were swept up in emotional campaigns driven by small but vocal activist groups that thrive on division.
Our police department remains underfunded, transparency in city spending continues to erode, and taxes keep rising without measurable improvement. Meanwhile, ideological slogans have replaced honest debate about how to make Greensboro safer, stronger, and more welcoming to business and families alike.
If Greensboro is to thrive again, we must reject the influence of national politics and return to common-sense local leadership. The strength of our city depends on citizens who stay informed, hold leaders accountable, and demand results—not rhetoric. Greensboro deserves better, and it’s up to us to make sure we get it.
Breaking the Housing Crisis: Smart Solutions for Working Families
The Reality on the Ground. Grace Clifford, a local real estate broker, captures the urgency perfectly: homes under $300,000 are disappearing within hours of hitting the market. Families are making offers sight unseen, with inspectors walking through homes because buyers have less than 24 hours to decide. This isn’t a healthy market—it’s a crisis that demands immediate action. As someone who has spent 45 years building businesses and solving complex problems, I understand that effective solutions require leadership that can work with all stakeholders—developers, builders, city planners, and residents—to create real pathways to homeownership.
Greensboro’s Digital Future: How Data Centers Can Supercharge Our Local Economy
The arrival of Enovum Data Centers in Madison, NC signals more than just a new occupant for the former Unifi site—it marks the beginning of a new era of economic opportunity for the Triad. With a $53 million investment and plans to power its operations with 100% renewable energy, Enovum is poised to bring high-paying tech jobs, advanced infrastructure, and sustainable innovation to the region. For Greensboro and surrounding communities, this is a chance to position ourselves at the forefront of the digital economy—where growth, green values, and cutting-edge technology intersect.
The Return of the Rake: A Leafy Tale of Lost Services and Fall Frustrations
Spring in Greensboro brings the beauty of green leaves fluttering in the breeze—but don’t let them fool you. Come fall, those same leaves will turn into a backyard burden, and thanks to the City Council’s decision to cut loose leaf pickup, you’ll be stuck raking, stuffing bags, or paying out of pocket—again. Nicky Smith knows the struggle (he doesn’t like picking up leaves either), and he’s running for City Council in District 4 to bring common-sense services like leaf collection back to the people. This fall, let’s clean up more than just our yards—let’s clean up City Hall.
We Cannot Let the American Hebrew Academy Campus Sit Dormant
The former American Hebrew Academy campus on Hobbs Road—once a premier educational institution—is now a symbol of government waste and growing local concern. After the federal government spent nearly $242 million to prepare the site for migrant housing, not a single child was ever housed there. Now, with the property back in the hands of its Chinese-linked owners and no clear plans in sight, residents fear the campus may fall into disrepair. City Council candidate Nicky Smith is calling for immediate action to find new ownership and put the campus to productive use before it’s too late.