Greensboro, NC – January 31, 2026 – Local News Update

Garbage and Recycling Collection Resumes After Winter Delays

Due to snow and icy conditions, garbage and recycling services were suspended on Monday and Tuesday. Crews resumed operations on Wednesday, working to complete the remaining routes. Residents are advised to leave carts at the curb until collected. No fines will be issued for carts left out during this period. Please note, there will be no bulk or yard waste pickup this week.

UNC Greensboro Spartans Prepare for Western Carolina Matchup

The UNC Greensboro Spartans women’s basketball team is set to face the Western Carolina Catamounts today at 2 p.m. The Spartans are coming off a 58-48 loss to the East Tennessee State Buccaneers, where Jeni Levine scored 20 points. UNC Greensboro leads the Southern Conference with an average of 14.0 assists per game, with Levine contributing 2.8 assists per game. The game will take place at the First Horizon Coliseum.

Upcoming Events in Greensboro

Several events are scheduled for today, January 31, 2026:

• Full Throttle Custom Bike Show
  10:00 am at the Greensboro Complex.
• Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Presents The Greatest Show On Earth
  Performances at 10:30 am, 2:30 pm, and 6:30 pm at the First Horizon Coliseum.
• Shucked (Touring)
  Showtimes at 2:00 pm and 8:00 pm at the Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts.
• Greensboro Swarm vs. Windy City Bulls
  6:00 pm at the Novant Health Fieldhouse at the Greensboro Complex.

Sources

• City of Greensboro News Release on Garbage and Recycling Collection
• Western Carolina visits UNC Greensboro after Levine’s 20-point game
• Events in Greensboro on January 31, 2026