Greensboro's African American Community Newspaper since 1967
November is a season of gratitude — and here in Greensboro, we have many reasons to give thanks. Across our city, neighbors, volunteers, nonprofits and local businesses strive to make life better for others. This is the heartbeat of Greensboro: people looking out for one another.
Our neighborhoods are diverse in history, culture and needs, but they share a common value—the commitment of residents who care. Whether it’s a volunteer coaching a youth basketball team, a nonprofit building affordable homes, or a business mentoring local students, these acts shape the city we are becoming.
The City of Greensboro is committed to ensuring each neighborhood benefits from growth and opportunity. That means prioritizing equity—making targeted investments where need is greatest, while ensuring all residents can access safe housing, good-paying jobs, and quality services. When every neighborhood thrives, our entire community prospers.
This Thanksgiving season, I encourage each of us to reflect on the role we can play. Volunteer, shop local, support a neighborhood project. Small acts of generosity ripple outward, building stronger connections and a safer, more vibrant city.
Greensboro’s greatest resource is its people. I am deeply grateful for the creativity, compassion, and resilience you bring to our shared home.
Nathaniel ‘Trey’ Davis is a veteran of the Greensboro Police Department and currently serves as the City Manager of Greensboro.
