Here we are on Market Street approaching Elm Street, the street that splits east and west Greensboro. Market Street splits north and south. So, the corner of Market and Elm is something of the epicenter for the city. In the early years of the city, the courthouse stood at the corner of Market and Elm. Back in the early 1800's, our city grew slowly, radiating from this downtown area. In 1829, there were less than 500 residents. By 1833, there was a steam-powered cotton mill nust north of this spot. Today, the Guilford County population is approximately a quarter of a million residents and we are not just a town "on paper." Look our beautiful city. Aren't you glad you live here?
Even since the early days, residents were hoping for bad weather to bypass our community. Hopefully, the skies will be blue; however, if it does snow.... well, we'll all be glad we've already been to the store for bread and milk! People have been anticipating inclement weather and predicting an early release from school for today. We'll see..........
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