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N.C. Rep. Ed Hanes has announced his retirement from the General Assembly on Tuesday.

“I will retire from my service in the House of Representatives and the North Carolina General CAMPAIGN Assembly effective August 7, 2018,” said Hanes in a statement. “It has been an honor and a great privilege to serve and represent my friends and neighbors in District 72. I thank my family for their support during my time of service.”

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Long before she was diagnosed with breast cancer, before she was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease, long before she had her breasts removed, and even before she lost her father to cancer, Taneisha Gist was resilient. During an interview with The Chronicle last week, Gist, who is known throughout the community as Neisha, said the strength she is using to battle stage 3 breast cancer right now is something that has always been a part of who she is.

At age 10, Gist and her younger sibling were placed into foster care, where she spent time living with relatives. She said even before that she had to be strong for her younger brother.

“We were taken away from my mom because she was on drugs, so being the oldest I was already taking care of my brother. So when we were taken away, I knew I had to provide for him,” continued Gist. “… I grew up early. My mom wasn’t there, so I had to be strong.”

Despite facing obstacles early in life, Gist, who

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Alumni from Atkins High School painted the city maroon and gold last weekend as the Class of 1961 and the Class of 1968 held reunion celebrations.

The Class of 1968 kicked off their 50th anniversary celebration on Friday, Aug. 3, with a “meet and greet” at the Ivy Arms Apartment Clubhouse. The gathering gave classmates an opportunity to catch up with old friends and teachers, and reflect on the good times they had at one of

Last weekend, Atkins High School Class of 1968 celebrated their 50th Reunion with a banquet and other events throughout the weekend.

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this city’s most historic schools.

The celebration continued on Saturday, Aug. 3, when classmates got together again for a banquet. During the event held at Best Western on University Parkway, the Class of 1968 enjoyed dinner while looking through photo albums, and mingling with classmates. The guest speaker was Joselyn Johnson, a former City Council member and a 1967 graduate of Atkins. Johnson reminded the Class of ’68 of the rich history made in the old brick building on Cameron Avenue and to give back to those in the community.

While enjoying dinner, when asked why “Atkins Pride” is still strong in the community, Thomas Hicks, who serves as president of the Class of 1968’s Reunion Committee, said, “It was basically the Number One black high school going back to the 1930s all the way up to the

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Since being diagnosed with breast cancer in March Taneisha Gist has been showing the world what it means to be #NeishaStrong.

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Planned church sign causes resident concern

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A local church’s plan to replace its sign resulted in numerous residents voicing concerns about the change at a City Council meeting held Monday, Aug. 6.

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the replacement of its current sign with a larger, more prominent electronic one.

“The sign that’s there right now is not noticeable at all,” said Mischelle Houser, the wife of Grace Ministries Pastor Dr. Joe Houser.

Neighbors voiced concerns about the dozens of land uses that the new zoning would allow, which Houser addressed by agreeing to eliminate all uses other than church and day care. Others said numer-

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Hanes said there is someone he hopes will replace him.

“Derwin Montgomery, current City Council member representing the East Ward, has agreed to take over as our representative.

I look forward to becoming his constituent and supporting his efforts.”

Montgomery has served on the WinstonSalem City Council since 2009 and is co-owner of The Chronicle.

Hanes was first elected in 2012 and was up this year for his fourth term with Republican Reginald Reid of Winston-Salem challenging him in the General Election. The Forsyth County Democratic Party plans to nominate someone to take Hanes’ seat and his place on the November ballot during a special meeting on Sunday, Aug. 12. Then the governor

will appoint his General Assembly replacement and the Forsyth County Board of Elections will approve who will be on the ballot.

Any Democrat could run to fill the seat.

If Montgomery is chosen, the City Council will have to choose a replacement for him.

“House District 72 has a legacy of strong leadership,” said Montgomery.

“Representative Hanes has followed in that great tradition and has represented the people of the 72nd District and the people across the state with vigor.

His most recent work to ensure that every child across the state, no matter their economic background, has a fighting chance to meet their highest potential is demonstrative of his moral fortitude and commitment to helping all people. We will miss his strong presence in the General Assembly. His family’s roots are strong in Winston-Salem, so we

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know he will not be far from the continued fight for progress.”

Hanes said that he’s proud of numerous accomplishments he’s had in the General Assembly and is ready to move on.

“The passing of these bills gives me the peace of mind to move into the next phase of my professional life,” he said. “I intend to explore interests and opportunities across a number of platforms. I will remain involved in my professional and personal life with organizations that influence public thought and further strengthen my family’s long commitment to this community.”

The legislation Hanes says is his highest achievement is provisions in House Bill 986 that ensures the enrollment of highscoring low-income students in advanced mathematics courses. Provisions mandate that all students, no matter their socio-economic standing, be given

equal access to advanced level classes when they score a five on end-ofgrade tests.

“Students who receive free and reduced lunch have been routinely passed over in favor of lower scoring, more affluent students for placement in advanced level classes for years nationally,” noted Hanes.

“Research conducted by the Raleigh News and Observer conclusively proved that point. This bill and the supporting House Select Committee will ensure this injustice never occurs in the State of North Carolina again.”

Other accomplishments that Hanes listed in his statement include: *An amendment for police body and dash camera funding that was part of appropriation funding of nearly $30 million for body and dash cameras across the state in an effort to enhance community and police relationships. *House Bill 571, which

automatically expunges the criminal record of someone wrongfully convicted and exonerated by the State. *Legislation that pushed forward the state’s commitment to bioscience and IT infrastructure through public private partnerships and the creation of joint Senate and House committees, which Hanes co-chairs.

“I was able to remain committed to a singularly policy driven focus,” said Hanes. “I came to Raleigh to create relationships and bring people together on difficult issues and I was able to do that. I’m proud that I was able to remain policy focused while avoiding most of the politics that has created the stratified political environment that exists nationally.”

Hanes was also recently appointed to two committees that will have implications on nationwide policy: the Legislative Committee on the Fair

Taneisha Gist, a local woman battling stage 3 breast cancer, has a support group to help her through her battle.

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works as an accountant for a local engineering company says she uses her life experiences as fuel and motivation to succeed and overcome challenges. She said, “I just knew I wanted more. Being from the struggle, you have to sink or swim.”

Right after landing a job at WinstonSalem State University (WSSU), things started to look-up for her. In 2015, Gist was first introduced to the illness that takes the lives of thousands of Americans each year, when her father was diagnosed with cancer. Although he wasn’t present in her life growing up, later in life Gist formed a bond with her father, and when he was diagnosed she was by his side every step of the way.

“I was Team Him from the jump. I’m writing everything down looking at insurance plans and getting things together.

Everything that needed to be done I was doing it.” Gist said.

In late February before she was scheduled to get off work, Gist received some bad news from her father, the chemotherapy wasn’t working and he only had a few months to live. Gist said although it was hard to watch her father get worse as the days went by, she tried her best to keep his spirit high.

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“He lived for two months, basically.

My dad was 84 pounds when he died. It was hard because I couldn’t do anything to help him nourish his body. It was hard but I’m glad my daddy didn’t have to go through that anymore. He was suffering.”

Fast forward to March of this year.

Gist, 33, had just ended a complicated relationship, started her new job at Davenport Engineering, and was preparing to enroll as a student at WSSU when once again she received more bad news: stage 3 breast cancer.

“I had no symptoms. I had been diagnosed with Crohn’s disease, so I was losing weight, working out every day. I broke up with my boyfriend got my new job at the engineering company. I mean, I was living the life,” laughed Gist. “I didn’t feel like anything was wrong. Life was perfect.”

Because she was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer, Gist started chemotherapy immediately. Just as she faced the other obstacles in her life – foster care, losing her father – Gist is battling her illness with poise and grace, and now others are taking notice to what it means to be #NeishaStrong.

Shortly after beginning chemotherapy, Gist began chronicling her journey on social media and the support began to grow like wildfire. She said, when she first started posting videos and pictures on

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social media, she had no idea she would get so much support.

A GoFundMe page started to help Gist pay for her medical expenses not covered by insurance has raised more than $4,000.

And that’s just the beginning. Gist said everywhere she goes people approach her to share kind words or to let her know how she has inspired them.

On more than one occasion a stranger has even offered to pay for her food.

“I was worried about people in my inner circle, so I didn’t think I was going to have people who I didn’t even know sending stuff to my mailbox or donating money to my GoFundMe. It really shocked me,” she smiled. “… My aunt called from Detroit and said a girl had on a #NeishaStrong shirt that she ordered online. I never dreamed I would get this much support. It’s crazy.”

With her popularity on Facebook, Instagram and other social media platforms growing daily, while documenting her own journey, Gist has started to use her voice to encourage others to educate themselves and make regular trips to the doctor.

She said, “I have so many ideas in my head just trying to help people. I’m young and I need help going through chemo.

There are a lot of older people out there can’t even fill out the paperwork to apply for the assistance they need.

“You have to properly educate your-

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Treatment of College Student-Athletes and the House Select Committee on Banking and Loan Origination Fee Reform.

“Representative Hanes has been a tireless advocate for creating jobs and educating all children across the state,” said Democratic Party Minority Leader Darren Jackson. “We will miss him in the General Assembly and wish him well with his new endeavors.”

Mayor Allen Joines also had high praise for Hanes.

“Representative Hanes has been an extraordinarily effective legislator,” said Joines. “He has worked across party lines to achieve the adoption of important legislation for the benefit of not only Winston-Salem, but citizens across the state. His leadership will be missed.

I wish him the best.”

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self,” Gist continued. “I think that’s the issue; people don’t want to put in the work.

We have to stop making ourselves ignorant to things we need to know.”

As expected, Gist still has some rough days. She said the hardest day she’s had so far was after she had her breasts removed last month. But being the person that she is she didn't let it keep her down long.

“The surgery was easy and everything, but the hardest thing was the day after.

When they removed the bandages I didn’t look at my chest at all. I cried I was so scared,” said Gist. “When they removed the bandages, that’s one thing I had to overcome, but after that, I felt OK.” Although she hasn’t had chemotherapy since June 15, Gist is still scheduled to have 10 sessions of the treatment, followed by radiation. After her battle is won, Gist said she plans to continue the #NeishaStrong movement by setting up support groups for others battling cancer and illnesses. She has already started connecting with others who are battling cancer.

“I just want to create the education that people need. I want #NeishaStrong to be so strong that it makes people want to make a change. I just want people to be strong together.”

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N.C. Elections Board supports Sunday voting T H E C H R ON I C LE

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The N.C. Bipartisan State Board of Elections & Ethics Enforcement held a meeting on Sunday at Wake Forest University to hear early voting plans that local election boards couldn’t agree on.

The State Board of Elections met at Wake Forest because it held its annual training conference for county BOE members and directors at the Benton Convention Center on Monday and Tuesday.

The Forsyth County Board of Elections (BOE) passed its plan unanimously last month when Democrats compromised with Republicans and agreed to not include Winston-Salem State University as a site. The vast majority of local BOEs in North Carolina also approved unanimous plans.

However, 15 counties did not and those were heard during the six-hour meeting. The state board could choose any plan submitted by the county BOEs and could also alter those plans if it deemed it necessary.

This is the first time the State BOE has heard disputed early voting plans since this year’s change in the makeup of election boards. The Republican-majority General Assembly passed a law shortly after Democrat Roy Cooper won the 2016 gubernatorial election that altered BOEs from having a majority from the governor’s party to being evenly split. Republicans have insisted this is for bi-partisanship while Democrats and numerous CAMPAIGN court rulings have found the law dilutes the power of a Democratic governor.

While the four-member county BOEs are now evenly split, lawmakers added one unaffiliated member to the bipartisan State BOE in response to Cooper’s legal challenges. During Sunday’s meeting that unaffiliated member, Damon Circosta, often acted as a tie-breaker between the board’s four Republicans and four Democrats. Circosta consistently voted with Democrats on the board in favor of plans that added sites, hours and Sundays to early voting. The plans that were chosen were typically from Democrats on the county boards, sometimes even siding with a Democratic minority plan over bipartisan majority plans.

Circosta was appointed by Cooper from two nominees chosen by the State BOE. He’s executive director of the A.J. Fletcher Foundation and previously led the N.C. Center for Voter Education.

Sunday voting, which Forsyth County hasn’t had since 2014, was the dividing issue in eight counties, usually with Democratic members of the county board wanting it while Republicans opposed it. Republicans arguments included overextending staff, doubt that voters would come out on Sunday and religious objections for holding voting on the biblical day of rest and worship.

Democrats said that Sunday voting is helpful for lowincome and minority working voters and is a day heavily used by African-Americans. Black churches have often mobilized “Souls to the Polls” events to get their congregants to vote on Sunday. Gaston County reported that half of its turnout on Sundays was African-American.

Republicans and Democrats on the state board made similar arguments as their county colleagues. Ken Raymond, the board’s sole African-American member and a Republican from Forsyth County, said he was offended by the arguments for Sunday voting.

“From what I’m hearing from the speaker and the general feeling that I’m getting is that people are going to walk away from this, listening to this, believing black people can’t vote unless it’s on Sunday, so we have to have voting on Sunday, and I want to straighten that out: African-Americans can find the polls during the week, we can,” said Raymond, who is best known locally from his time as Forsyth BOE chair when WSSU was eliminated as an early voting site.

State BOE Chair Andy Penry, a Democrat from Raleigh, disagreed.

“I believe the more opportunity people have to vote, the more likely it is that they will exercise their right to vote,” he said.

The meeting wasn’t entirely party line votes, with Republicans occasionally joining Democrats, including st the unanimous decisions for Sunday voting in Gaston and Pitt counties. Republicans cited the fact that both counties had Sunday voting before, and the data Gaston provided showing its popularity, for their support.

Of the different cases the state board heard, Buncombe and Wake had conflicts closest to the one the Forsyth BOE had over WSSU. Buncombe’s board disagreed over a downtown site that serves a minority community that was eliminated in favor of another downtown site. The State BOE ruled that they had to have both downtown sites, even after Buncombe’s BOE director told them that the last time the county had two downtown sites, one of them was only used by 441 voters. The conflicting plans proposed for Wake disagreed over whether to include NC State University as an early voting site and the board ruled to include the university as a site.

Raymond disagreed with the decision, saying early he felt it put the campus before the needs of the county as a whole.

“Sometimes, unfortunately, you have some students on college campuses that believe that the mission of the Board of Elections is to serve the campus, and I encountered that type of thinking during my time with the Forsyth County Board of Elections. It’s unfortunate,” he said. “You have to remind people, that’s your mission: to serve all of the voters, not just the college campuses.”

Raymond faced opposition from many area residents and prominent community leaders, along with students, in denying WSSU an early voting site. That community support for a site at WSSU continued during the local early voting discussions this year.

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At left, children get their faces painted. Go to The Chronicle’s YouTube channel at Winstonsalem Chronicle to see all of the fun games and hear the beautiful voices of children laughing and see the joy on their faces.

A fun adventure for kids in Winston-Salem Flying Colors Adventure Park founder DeVontae McMillan takes a break with events coordinator Latoya Johnson and co-founder Anita Minor.

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Business of the Month is Flying Colors Adventure Park based in Winston-Salem.

DeVontae McMillan is a young African-American male born and raised in Winston-Salem. He said he always wanted to do something for kids in the city.

“I’m a singer, so I wanted to do something entertaining, yet inspire the kids as well.” DeVontae got a little shy, smiles and then says, “but my music was for the ladies, if you know what I mean.” He and his business partners laughed.

“When I decided to work with kids, I changed the type of music I use to do so that kids can listen to it,” McMillan said.

And then his co-founder Anita Minor asked him to sing the theme song for their business. The young businessman began singing and snapping his fingers to the grove of the song, “Flying colors adventure, let’s go out and explore.” Minor and their events coordinator Latoya Johnsons joined in as his background singers, “fly, fly, fly,” and then I did my best parrot

sound at the end of the song.

Mecaw the Parrot and his feathered friends are Flying Colors Adventure Park characters. McMillan explained how each one represents the strengths and weakness in most of our kids, “Knokz is the clumsy character, Neli is the motivator, whenever the crew is giving up, she’ll say come on let’s get this done. Then you have B.B is the juggler. He juggles balls, food, whatever, and he’s going to take dodge ball to another level. Then you have Venture, the smart one that creates all the gadgets, the wild one.”

After I met all of the Flying Colors Adventure Park characters, Anita Minor invited me to play with 50 real life characters: the kids in the neighborhood. They had the entire Adventure Park setup in a neighborhood in Winston-Salem. There was a huge jump house, a colorful parachute that covered at least 60 kids. The kids were playing several games with the parachute. One of the games taught the kids how to follow direction and learn their colors as well. “Whenever Anita calls out a color, the kids run to the other side of that color,” explained McMillan.

The kids loved it!

One of my favorite games was piling tons of balls on top of the parachute and then we shook them off. They also had face painting, and of course it was a long line with kids’ smiling faces and waiting to be painted. They had a big bouncy ball that the kids and I had to keep from touching the ground and a really cool Frisbee game as well.

You must go to The Chronicle’s YouTube channel at Winstonsalem Chronicle to see all of the fun games and hear the beautiful voices of children laughing and see the joy on their faces. It was truly a Flying Colors Adventure that all of the children in Winston-Salem should experience.

The three partners all grew up in Winston-Salem. “I have two kids, so Flying Colors Adventure Park means a lot to me because of the theme we have for children. We teach the kids morals, values, friendship and how to love everyone no matter their color. It’s not just fun, so when they leave, they have learned something,” said Latoya Johnson. With a huge smile on her face, Anita Minor shared

how she always loved helping kids back when she was in high school. “I was the captain of the Carver Yellow Jackets the year we went 30-0, and back then I would give back to my community. I’ve always loved helping kids.”

The 26-year-old founder DeVontae McMillan said his heart is filled with joy every time he sees all of the kids enjoying his vision. “I just want to give kids today a better life and the type of fun I never had. Our goal is to own a building so we can expand. Also write a children’s book with all of the Flying Colors characters, and a cartoon.”

For bookings call (336) 301-9748 and visit http://Flyingcolorsadventurepark.com.

Companies interested in becoming a Business of the Month should apply at https://triadminoritybusinessexpo.com/.

This feature is sponsored by the WinstonSalem Branch of the NAACP, WinstonSalem Urban League, Triad Minority Business Expo, Forsyth Technical Community College Small Business Center, Winston-Salem Black Chamber of Commerce and The Chronicle.

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Mark Owens, president and CEO of the WinstonSalem Chamber of Commerce, speaks during the press conference for the fifth annual Triad Minority and Women’s Business Expo on Thursday,

Triad gearing up for 5th annual minority business expo During a press conference last week Reginald McCaskill, founder and CEO of Maximum Enterprises Inc. asked the business owners in attendance to join him at the podium.

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later this month, more than 100 business owners and entrepreneurs from Winston-Salem, Greensboro and high Point will come together for a weekend of networking and learning during the fifth annual Triad Minority and Women's Business expo.

The annual event hosted by Maximum enterprises inc. was created to increase opportunities for small businesses and entrepreneurs, while also providing an opportunity to gain new clients and customers. reginald McCaskill, founder and Ceo of Maximum enterprises, said what sets the expo apart from similar events is the variety of opportunities and services made available for entrepreneurs, business owners, and consumers.

While the expo has seen steady growth over the years, this year's event is expected to be bigger than ever. The festivities begin at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 24 with a day of free workshops, seminars, guest speakers, food tastings, and presentations at the Anderson Center on the campus of Winston-Salem State University. The fun

and presentations end at 2 p.m.

The main event is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 25 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Benton Convention Center. Along with the vendors attendees can enjoy an artist showcase and have the opportunity to meet this year’s special guests: actors Angela robinson – who portrays veronica harrington in the oprah Winfrey network prime time soap opera “The have and have nots” – and Dorien Wilson, who is best known for his role as Professor Stanley oglevee on the UPn sitcom “The Parkers.”

"There's going to be a variety of opportunities and vendors from everywhere”, said McCaskill during an interview with The Chronicle last week. "it is a huge event, and we're really excited about having it here at the Benton Convention Center."

During a press conference on Thursday, Aug. 2, honorary co-chairs Sharon hightower, Greensboro City Council member, and Mark owens, president and Ceo of the Winston-Salem Chamber of Commerce, said they were excited to be a part of the event. Dr. l’Tanya Joy Bailey and Dr. robert J.

Brown will also serve as co-chairs.

Brown, founder, president & Ceo of B&C international, a global business management consulting firm headquartered in high Point, also will be one of two high-profile presenters on Friday. The other one is Dr. George Fraser, founder and Ceo of Frasernet inc., is a Cleveland, ohio-based author, entrepreneur and speaker. hightower said when McCaskill asked her to be a co-chair she happily accepted the invitation. She said what she enjoys most about the expo is the collaboration between the three major cities that makeup the Piedmont Triad. "it's important for us to be able to share information with each other but it's also important that we work with each other. Because we also know as we promote minority-owned businesses, they hire within the local community and that promotes economic development." hightower said. "... The way we create good stable, safe communities is by investing in those small businesses because they turn around and invest back in us. We know that a dollar made here turns over here."

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Winston-Salem Mayor Allen Joines and other city officials praised McCaskill and his staff for creating a platform to connect business owners with resources to help them be successful.

Joines said, "... The City of WinstonSalem stands behind the development and growth of minority-owned businesses and the event reggie is putting on here continues to help showcase minority businesses and women in business here in the Triad."

City Council members Denise "DD" Adams and James Taylor, who is the publisher of The Chronicle, also attended the press conference.

To wrap up the press conference, McCaskill invited more than a dozen local business owners and entrepreneurs who will be featured at the expo to join him at the podium. he said from humble beginnings with only 25 businesses in 2013, to having more than 100 participating in this year's event makes a major statement.

For more information on the Triad Minority & Women's Business expo call (336) 448-4177 or visit www.triadminoritybusinessexpo.com.

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For as long as she can remember, Charmia Dixon has been in love with the arts. The native of Mountclair, new Jersey, said although she doesn't know exactly when her passion grew, she does remember starring in plays and musicals with her friends as early as elementary school. "i was in plays in elementary school and i was in after school care doing theater as well, so with that and church my love for theater and singing just developed," Dixon said. in her early 20s Dixon developed Glaucoma, which limited her vision.

Despite losing vision at such an early age Dixon still found solace on the stage performing and singing. She said music in general is what helped her through the most trying times. "i had to dig deep with-

in myself to overcome and live my life, and music played a big part in that," continued Dixon. "Music just has a vibration to it that enhances your mood."

After living in several different cities over the years, including in Florida, California and South Carolina, in January Dixon moved Winston-Salen to take a position in the optics lab at iFB Solutions.

Shortly after Dixon arrived, co-workers at iFB heard her sing and encouraged her to submit a video for national Blind idol, a singing competition started

by Anastasia Powell and Chris Flynt for talented individuals who also happen to be legally blind. For the past four years, the competition has showcased some of the best singing talents from across the country.

After submitting her video, Dixon was chosen to represent the Twin City in the semi-finals, where she

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Charmia Dixon will represent Winston-Salem in the 2018 National Blind Idol Finals on Saturday, Aug. 11 at the Hanesbrands Theatre.

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sang a breathtaking rendition of "At last" by etta James.

"Some friends of mine stated that it would be a great song to showcase my voice and it was. it was smooth, it was rough, it was everything," Dixon

laughed.

The judges thought Dixon's performance was everything, too, and it earned her a spot in the finals and a chance to win $2,000, recording time in a professional studio and a professional headshot.

ties, baby showers, weddings receptions, theme parties and other events.

Kymora has also expanded her menu: She also offers chocolate-dipped strawberries, cupcakes, red velvet pretzel sticks and much more.

During an interview with The Chronicle last week, Kymora, who is a rising fourth-grader at Diggs-latham elementary School, said her favorite is the s'more cookie, but her best seller is the chocolate covered strawberries.

She said what she enjoys most about being a young business owner is

showing other kids that it's possible and providing them with homemade treats. "it feels amazing to have my own business at such a young age," she said. "i really like giving people my cookies and treats."

Although she handles most of the workload herself, including mixing, baking, and decorating for parties and events, Kymora said sometimes she gets tips from her mother and grandmother.

"They give me a lot of ideas and have taught me to make a lot of different

Kymora’s Kookies gearing up for 1-year anniversary

By Tevin STinSon The ChroniCle

After watching her mother and grandmother work their magic in the kitchen her entire life, last summer, 9-year-old Kymora Wright-Carter came up with the idea to start her own business selling cookies and other baked goods to children and other people in the community Kymora's mother, lateisha Carter, said her daughter made her business pitch one Saturday afternoon. She said, "She came to me and said she wanted to name it

Kymora's Kookies and she said Cookies with a K, and the rest is basically history," she laughed. "And so she started from there."

From humble beginnings volunteering her services at local community events, in just a years’ time the demand for Kymora Kookies has grown tremendously. After providing cookies and other homemade treats for a birthday party, word of Kymora's skills in the kitchen began to spread like wild fire.

Today, Kymora's Kookies is regularly booked for birthday par-

The 2018 national Bind idol is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. at the hanesbrands Theatre on Saturday, Aug. 11. in the finals, Dixon will face off against some tough competition, including

Kymora Wright-Carter

things. So now i know how to make cookies and all kinds of stuff."

Tomorrow, Friday, Aug. 10, Kymora's Kookies will celebrate its one-year anniversary with a "Paint and Create" party.

During the event held at Positive image Performing Arts, 722 n. liberty St.,

Donnie Best (raleigh, n.C.), lawrence Carter (raleigh, n.C.), Brooklyn Geise (Burlington, n.C.) and Mariana vanhoose (Denver, Kentucky).

During an interview earlier this week, Dixon said although she's still fairly new to the area, it's a real honor to represent Winston-Salem. "i see it as an honor because a lot of people who work here and are from here welcomed me and they always lift me up. i'm feeling more at home every day," said Dixon. "i knew there was a reason for me to come here. Some things just happen in life and it just feels like it was suppose to happen and that's how i feel about the idol, like it happened on purpose."

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Photo by Tevin Stinson

boys and girls will have the opportunity to paint while enjoying some of Kymora's treats.

For more information on Kymora's Kookies or the Paint and Create party, contact lateisha Carter at (336) 930-6623 or visit Kymora's Kookies on Facebook.

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Forsyth is an ‘Age-Friendly Community’

Commissioners unanimously send county sales tax to voters

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County commissioners (on the right) receive a plaque from residents who led the effort to have Forsyth County join the AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities. The designation denotes the community’s support for its aging population and gives the county access to a network of resources for seniors.

BY TODD LUCK THE CHRONICLE

Forsyth County commissioners unanimously approved placing a referendum for a quarter-cent county sales tax on the November ballot during their meeting on Thursday last week.

If voters ratify it, the tax will apply to purchases in Forsyth County, except gas and groceries. The money raised by the tax would go to pay for the debt from building the new county courthouse. This sales tax is in lieu of a property tax increase that was originally proposed in this year’s budget and, if it fails, commissioners would have to raise property taxes higher next year.

County Commissioner Vice Chairman Don Martin was the first to push for the tax. Commissioners Fleming El-Amin and Everette Witherspoon had voiced opposi-

tion to it, calling the tax regressive since poor people will have to pay it. However, once El-Amin realized it wouldn’t be applied to groceries and gas, he said he could support it.

Witherspoon still believes the tax is regressive, pointing to exceptions to the grocery exemption, like sodas, and necessities like diapers that will be taxed.

However, he said ultimately he was going to leave it up to voters to decide.

“I may not agree with it, but at the same time the voters have a right to decide on the increase in the sales tax,” said Witherspoon.

Also during the meeting, commissioners accepted a $169,750 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant from the U.S. Justice Department that’s split between the Sheriff’s Office and the Winston-Salem Police Department. The

El-Amin

Sheriff’s Office will use its $84,875 to replace the surveillance camera on the mobile command unit, refresh supplies in its use of force simulator and purchase red dot rifle sites and holographic sights for guns used by the SWAT team. Byrne grant funds had been delayed across the country by litigation disputing if the Trump Administration could withhold those funds from “sanctuary” cities and states.

The Forsyth County Veterans Treatment Court, whose funding recently expired, also uses a federal Byrne grant it receives through the Governor’s Crime Commission. Late last month, U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx said in a statement to Triad City Beat that the court’s funding “is in the process of being restored.” The court’s coordinator couldn’t be reached by The Chronicle before press time.

In other business:

Witherspoon *Commissioners approved $412,243 in incentives over five years for hardware and accessory manufacturer Grass America in Kernersville. This is half of the company’s estimated property tax and is contingent on the company making $31 million in investment and creating 44 new jobs. The company did not meet all its goals in its previous county incentive package in 2009, so it was only paid about half of the incentives that had been agreed upon for that deal. *Commissioner approved spending $1.3 million in federal Neighborhood Stabilization Program grant funds to finance the construction of 96 affordable housing units in phase 2 of the Enclave Apartment Complex in Northern WinstonSalem.

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Minority expo helps businesses get a leg up

Businesses, organizations and churches tend to celebrate milestones. It’s the fifth year for the Triad Minority and Women's Business Expo, and officials held a press conference to announce it. The expo has seen steady growth over the years. This year's event is expected to be bigger than ever on Aug. 24-25.

The Chronicle participates in the expo. So should all black businesses. It’s a chance to get a leg up.

Maximum Enterprises Inc. hosts the event, which has been elevated to the Benton Convention Center.

It has migrated from The Enterprise Center then Wake Forest Innovation Quarter.

An element of the expo is the free seminars, which have expanded from one day of sessions during the expo proper to two sessions: a full day by itself on Friday, Aug. 24, at the Anderson Center at Winston-Salem State University and on Saturday, Aug. 25, at the expo proper at the Benton.

This year, among the presenters at the Anderson Center will be some notable names:

*Dr. George Fraser, founder and CEO of FraserNet Inc., is a Cleveland, Ohio-based author, entrepreneur and speaker focusing on improving networking skills, building wealth and improving diversity and inclusion. In 2011 Fraser was inducted into the Minority Business Hall of Fame and Museum.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Democrats acknowledge Black Women’s Equal Pay Day

*Dr. Robert “Bob” J. Brown, founder, president & CEO of B&C International, a global business management consulting firm headquartered in High Point, N.C. He is also founder of the International BookSmart Foundation, a nonprofit that to date has To the Editor: shipped over 5 million books, countless teachers’ supplies and opened over 300 libraries on the contiOn Tuesday, Aug. 7, “Black nent of Africa. Brown has been a trusted adviser to the most influential individuals, corporations and women across the country stand together in solidarity to call attention movements of the 20th and 21st centuries.

Topics on Friday and Saturday will include: *Developing and Sustaining Meaningful Business Connections *The 7 Biggest Mistakes you make when Networking Parts I and II *Making the Right Investments *Marketing Strategies for Small Businesses *Work and Save for Small Business Employees *The Small Business Toolkit for Success *Building a Sustainable Brand

to the injustice that is pay inequality.

Black Women’s Equal Pay Day is the final day a Black woman has to work in a year to earn what a white man made by Dec. 31 of the previous year.

The expo was created to increase opportunities for small businesses and entrepreneurs, while also providing an opportunity to gain new clients and customers.

What has happened in the process is that WinstonSalem has been put on the map as a place to build businesses and network.

Black businesses need a leg up, and free help will be in Winston-Salem Aug. 24-25. There should be no It is shameful that this year, that day did not fall until Aug. 7, as Black excuses not to attend.

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women only make 63 cents to every one dollar our white male counterparts make.

Black women are not just the backbone of the Democratic Party, they are also the lifeblood of the American workforce. Today, women make up nearly half of our country’s workforce, but since [President Donald] Trump took office, he has rolled back policies aimed at narrowing the gender pay gap. His damaging policies, like the revocation of President Obama’s Fair Pay and Safe Workplace executive order, are proof positive that he and his administration don’t care about an issue that affects families across the country.

The Democratic Party is proud to stand in solidarity with Black women in the workplace, and proud to fight

for a level playing field for all.

Democrats believe that women’s economic strength is American economic strength, and that’s why closing the gender pay gap is an issue we should all be fighting for. Black women are the core of our party, and we will not rest until all Black women and all working families receive fair and equal pay, so we can create a stronger America for all.

industries or entities that use perfluorinated compounds in their manufacturing or operational process.”

Bill Brewer, Utilities’ water superintendent, said that the division voluntarily implemented quarterly testing for 39 different types of perfluorinated compounds this year after observing that utilities in the

DNC Women’s Caucus Chair Lottie Shackelford DNC Black Caucus Chair Virgie M. Rollins Washington, DC

Greensboro water concerns don’t affect W-S, Forsyth County To the Editor:

The City-County Utilities Division affirmed on Aug. 2 that the treated water produced at the division’s three water-treatment plants is safe to consume following reports last week that water in Greensboro may be contaminated with a chemical that can cause cancer. Utilities officials issued the following statement: “Many customers may have seen recent reports regarding findings of the perfluorinated compounds PFOS and PFOA above the EPA’s Health Advisory level of 70 parts per trillion. Although Greensboro’s system is located geographically adjacent to Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Utilities system, our water supply is not impacted by these compounds, and we have not detected these compounds in water leaving our facilities nor in our raw water sources of the Yadkin River and Salem Lake.

Winston-Salem’s water supply watershed currently does not have

Cape Fear River basin were reporting contamination. The first quarterly test was completed in April and showed no detectible levels of any of the 39 compounds tested, Brewer said. Results for the second quarterly test are expected to be available next week.

Brewer also noted that Utilities had previous tested for perfluorinated compounds during each quarter in 2014 as required under the EPA’s Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule for that year. No contaminants were detected.

“The Utilities Division is committed to providing high quality water to our citizens,” Brewer said.

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Black women workers need ‘real’ paid family leave

W h e n Dorcas, a home health aide living in New York, learned of her Guest mother's illColumnist ness, she used most of her vacation time to fly Jennifer home and care for her.

Tucker After a few weeks her Guest leave was Columnist e x h a u s t e d and tragically she could no longer afford to be with her mother in the final days of her illness. In the end, Dorcas was forced to take unpaid leave, and return to Florida, arriving just hours before her mother passed away.

Dorcas counts every penny and the unpaid time resulted in a mountain of unpaid bills and financial challenges that lingered well into the following year.

Dorcas weathered that storm. But she says, "It still pains me that I wasn't able to be with my mom during her last days."

Dorcas' story is one of many shared in the Family Values@Work story collection.

Dorcas' story exemplifies a crushing dilemma that many Black women workers face every day when caring for themselves or a family member. Life shouldn't be this way but it is the reality for far too many in

Melanie Campbell

the United States.

On July 11, the Senate Finance Committee's Social Security, Pensions and Family Policy Subcommittee held a hearing on paid family leave that featured two very different policy options.

The "real" policy is the Family and Medical Insurance Leave (FAMILY) Act that creates a national insurance program to fund the time needed to welcome a new baby, address one's own health issue, or the serious health issue of a family member. It also includes time for certain military families' care giving purposes.

Employees, employers and selfemployed workers would fund both the benefits and the administrative costs of the program by contributing a small amount in each pay period to a self-sustaining fund.

The FAMILY Act builds on programs in California, New Jersey, and Rhode Island and with the newest programs being

implemented in New York, Washington, the District of Columbia, and Massachusetts.

The "fake" paid family leave option restricts participation to only leave for parents of a new child and diverts social security funds to pay for the program. U.S. Senators Joni Ernst (Iowa), Mike Lee (Utah) and Marco Rubio (Florida) plan to introduce legislation covering only the birth or adoption of a child.

This deeply flawed proposal will require people to borrow against their social security accounts, delaying their retirement date or receiving a decreased retirement benefit. For most Black women, social security makes up at least half of their income stream during retirement, according to the 2014 Black Women in the United States report by the Black Women's Roundtable.

This proposal would result in even

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smaller social security, death or disability benefits, making the retirement security of older Black women even more, precarious than it is currently.

Any paid family leave proposal that ignores the caregiving responsibilities that families are facing for older relatives is outdated. According to the AARP Policy Institute, each year, 40 million American adults assist loved ones with tasks of daily living.

Family members are helping with eating and bathing, household chores and nursing tasks so people can age in place.

Surprisingly, of these 40 million family caregivers, about 25 percent are millennials, between the ages of 18 -34 years old.

One in three employed millennial family caregiver earns less than $30,000 per year – that includes nearly 30 percent of Black family caregivers.

We urge policymakers to deliver paid family leave programs that fit the times and their constituents' diverse needs. Black workers and their families need and deserve #RealPaidLeave. Our nation deserves nothing less.

Melanie Campbell is president/CEO, National Coalition on Black Civic Participation, convener, Black Women's Roundtable. Jennifer Tucker is senior policy advisor, Black Women's Roundtable.

The Black Women's Roundtable was established in 1983 as the women and girls empowerment arm of the National Coalition for Black Civic Participation.

Time to give Obama credit for saving auto industry William Reed

Guest Columnist

The one thing for which the Obama administration deserves historical acclaim is its work in keeping the U.S. auto industry alive and thriving.

Much of President Barack Obama’s tenure was more symbol than substance, but credit should go to Obama for his impact on saving America’s society and economy.

In 2010, President Obama reached out to Detroit’s auto industry in the form of an $80 billion bailout that set about much impact.

Black Americans are better off that President Obama reached out to Detroit’s auto industry in the form of the $80 billion bailout. In authoring the federal bailout of General Motors Co., Chrysler and parts suppliers in 2009, the president saved 1.5 million U.S. jobs and pre-

served $105.3 billion in personal and social insurance tax collections.

What Obama did was his most noteworthy for Blacks.

AfricanAmericans built and sustained middle-class lives in the nation's domestic automobile industry.

The bailout of the auto industry started in the waning weeks of President George W. Bush's tenure. It continued during the early months of the Obama administration.

All told, the Treasury Department reported that the program cost taxpayers $79.7 billion, of which $70.4 billion has been recovered.

Had Obama not stepped in, declines in the auto industry could have devastated African-Americans more than any other community, threatening a halfcentury's economic gains, from Blacks who left behind subsistence jobs in the South for high-paying factory jobs in the North during the Great Migration, to entrepreneurs who translated hard work and the gift of selling into their own businesses. The percentage of African-Americans in the industry – 14.2 percent

– is higher than their share of the labor force overall.

The automotive industry is one of the most important industries in the U.S .and a major step-ladder to the middle class.

According to a Center for Automotive Research report, the automotive sector historically contributes 3 to 3.5 percent to the nation’s overall gross domestic product (GDP).

In recent years, one of every 50 AfricanAmericans was working in the auto sector. The industry is vital among AfricanAmericans, directly employing over 1.7 million people engaged in designing, engineering, manufacturing, and supplying parts and components to assemble, sell and service new motor vehicles.

Additionally, the industry is a huge consumer of goods and services from many other sectors.

It’s difficult to imagine manufacturing surviving in this country without the automotive industry.

There’s the factory floor, where hundreds of thousands of Blacks work on factory lines, to showrooms, where over 200

Blacks own dealerships.

There are 60 AfricanAmerican automotive suppliers, which had annual sales of $4 billion and employed 8,000 people.

Blacks played roles in saving the industry. The impact goes far beyond factory workers and others employed in the industry, said Randi Payton, presi-

dent and CEO of On Wheels media. "The Big Three are leaders in philanthropy and major contributors to education through historically black colleges and universities, and to nonprofits such as the NAACP, Urban League and National Council of Negro Women.” Actually; the auto industry also is one

of African-American media’s largest advertisers.

General Motors has stood by the Black Press.

great acclaim and fanfare.

He performed well for the Washington Redskins before his injury. Like too many athletes, he came back too soon from his injury. Let us wish Robert Griffin III much success as he attempts his comeback.

During the off-season, the NFL owners met and discussed a few rule changes that will have an effect upon the game. The National Football League has long been plagued with head injuries and concussions. For years, they tried to pretend that concussions caused by head injuries either didn’t exist or weren’t that important.

They tried to do an end around, but we the people stopped it.

I think the movie “Concussion” shed a spotlight on this important issue. The NFL set aside some money for retired players to go and get examined for concussion-related illnesses. This has helped.

Now, the owners have passed a rule against players leading with their helmets to tackle an opponent.

You can be fined or suspended. It is my opinion that finally the owners are doing something about a problem that has gotten worse over the years.

Implementing this new rule will probably mean the game will be slowed down.

I don’t mind it slowing down if it will save a life.

Football, while exciting to watch, is a dangerous

game. Your life can be altered in the blink of an eye, so for all of you who can’t take the slow pace, just take a chill pill.

Another issue that the NFL owners have been tackling is the United States flag disagreement.

Players and teams over the course of last season took different positions. Some players took a knee while some teams locked arms.

Both actions were done to show solidarity.

Those of us who have been keeping up with the issue know the owners are in a pickle as to what the next steps are. A few months ago, they said players could not kneel on the field while the national anthem was playing and

must remain in the locker room. Plainly stated, there would be no forms of demonstrations while the national anthem was being played.

Now because of pressure and pushback, the owners have gone in another direction. They are on limbo drive! They are not sure what to do. With the season only weeks away, the NFL has become mute on the issue. In fact, the NFL front office has instructed the owners not to discuss the topic. Recently, during a scheduled Dallas Cowboys interview, the press was told that owner Jerry Jones would not be talking about the subject.

Professional athletes see what is happening in

America. They will be using their platform to speak out about social justice issues. NFL owners are in for a challenging period when it comes to Old Glory.

Where does the power lie? I believe it rests with the players.

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William Reed is publisher of “Who’s Who in Black Corporate America” and available for projects via Busxchng@his.com

What will the NFL look like this season?

James B. Ewers Jr.

Guest Columnist

Football season is right around the corner. It almost seems as if it never left. I watched my first football game of the season Thursday. The Baltimore Ravens went up against the Chicago Bears.

The highlight for me was seeing Robert Griffin III play quarterback for the Ravens.

I thought he played well given that he was out of football for a while. He came into the league with

James B. Ewers Jr. Ed.D. is a former tennis champion at Atkins High School in Winston-Salem and played college tennis at Johnson C. Smith University, where he was all-conference for four years. He is a retired college administrator. He can be reached at ewers.jr56@yahoo.com.

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Joselyn Johnson, a 1967 graduate of Atkins High Schools delivers the keynote address during the Class of 1968’s 50th Reunion on Saturday, Aug. 4.

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’60s. “There’s a strong affinity to the community and culture with Atkins. We all came together as a school and it’s something that just doesn’t die. Fifty years later, that affinity is still there.�

Harretta Duncan, who is also a member of the Class of 1968 said, “I feel fortunate to even be here because we lost a lot of classmates.�

While the Class of ’68 enjoyed themselves, just a few miles away the Class of 1961 was holding their 75th Birthday Celebration and Reunion at the Embassy Suites. During the “all-white� banquet style event, more than a dozen alumni

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numerous programs, including a Youth Ministry and a Woman of Wisdom (WOW) program. Hauser, who has a bachelor’s degree in Christian counseling and is certified as a domestic violence and sexual assault advocate, said she already works with women with numerous issues including drugs, alcohol and rape through the WOW program, which she started in 2004. “The church is there to improve the community,� said Houser.

The City Council unanimously sided with the church, saying the community and the church need to be working together, since religious institutions enhance neighborhoods. “I don’t see where it’s going to do anything but add to what’s going on up

enjoyed music from a live band. “This is a celebration,� said Gloria Love-McIver, a member of the Class of 1961. “We are thankful to God that we’re still here. Being here today gives us more pleasure than you can realize and imagine.�

The original Atkins High School, located on Cameron Avenue (now WinstonSalem Preparatory Academy) opened its doors in 1931 for African-American students living in the area. During segregation, Atkins was one of four high schools for African-Americans known today as the “Big 4.� The Atkins name was transferred to a new building on Old Greensboro Road housing Simon G. Atkins Academic & Technology High School in 2006.

there,� said Mayor Pro Tempore Vivian Burke, who represents the Northeast Ward that contains the church.

A church in the West Ward had the same zoning request for an electronic sign, but there was no opposition to that.

The City Council again continued the rezoning for the shuttered Burger King on Martin Luther King Drive since the franchisee is still attempting to purchase the land it’s on from Burger King corporate before remodeling the location. A date for the matter to be heard will be scheduled after the franchisee successfully acquires the property Also during the meeting: *The City Council voted to approve bond referendums for $43.7 million for streets and sidewalks, $31 million for parks and recreation, $21.1 million

for public safety facilities, $14.5 million for economic development and $11.7 million for housing. City residents get a chance to vote separately for all five bonds at the bottom of their November ballot. *The council approved hiring August Vernon, Wake Forest University Emergency Services manager, as the new City/County Emergency Services manager. County commissioners are scheduled to vote on the appointment on Aug. 16. *A zoning request by Southeast Gateway Ventures LLC to allow for the building of a four-story 32-unit residential multifamily complex at 1151 South Marshall was approved. *The historic landmark property of the Middleton House was reduced from 5 acres to 1.8 acres to allow for the construction of a road.

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Timothy Ramsey

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The legacy of LeBron just starting

LeBron James has already cemented his place on the Mount Rushmore of all-time greats in the game of basketball. Now that he has entered into the back end of his career, he seems more focused on making his name off the court just as memorable as it is on it.

Last week, James opened his I Promise school for at-risk youth in his hometown of Akron, Ohio. While he is not the first athlete to open a school, it is just another feather in his philanthropic cap. James is only 33 years old, so he has many more to go before his legacy is set in stone. But it seems he has set the new standard for what the modern day athlete looks like.

James is in a perfect position for his plans on and off of the court.

Growing up, he had the ability to see how Michael Jordan was able to capitalize on his brand better than any other athlete has done before. Now he gets to learn from Magic Johnson, who has also been tremendously successful in his business moves off of the court.

We have never had an athlete, as popular as James, navigate his career without a blemish. He has never had a run in with the law, no extra marital affairs, no illegal drug use and no drinking or gambling issues. He has avoided all of this while being the most popular athlete in the America.

With all of this in his corner, James seems to be headed to heights we have never seen an athlete ascend to. As much as people may hate James on the court, you can do nothing but tip your hat to what the man has achieved off of it.

LeBron's school, for instance, will provide free tuition, free uniforms, free bicycle and helmet, free transportation within two miles of the school, free breakfast, lunch and snacks, food pantry for families, GED and job placement services for parents and guaranteed tuition to the University of Akron for every student who graduates.

Even before the school opened, James pledged, through his foundation, to send 1,100 kids to college, totaling a mind- boggling $41.8 million. James has also stood up and spoke out against social injustice and the killing of unarmed black men and women by the hands of police officers.

It's almost like he takes the best from the athletes that have come before him.

He is well on his way to becoming as popular as Muhammad Ali, as marketable as Jordan, as socially conscience as Bill Russell or Kareem Abdul Jabbar, all while arguably being the best player to ever lace up a pair of sneakers.

James seems to have his blueprint already laid out as to how he wants the next 10 or 15 years to go.

Being out in Los Angeles allows him to be front and center with all of movers and shakers of the entertainment world.

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Mt. Tabor’s Wilkins headed to Virginia Tech

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By TEVIN STINSON THE cHRONIcLE

This fall, former Mount Tabor basketball standout Isaiah Wilkins will be taking his talents to Blacksburg, Virginia. While surrounded by family, friends, coaches, and teammates last week, Wilkins signed his letter of intent to continue his education and basketball career at Virginia Tech.

Wi l k i n s , who is listed as a 6-foot-4 forward, finished his senior season with the Spartans averaging 22 points, 7.7 Photo from Isaiah Wilkins’ Twitter feed rebounds, 3 Isaiah Wilkins posted on his Twitter assist, and 2 feed: OFFICIALLY A HOKI. steals. He also led the Spartans to the third round of the NcHSAA (North carolina High School Athletic Association) 3A playoffs before they were knocked off by cox Mills, the team that would go on to win the state championship.

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After a stellar career at Mount Tabor, Isaiah Wilkins is headed to Virginia Tech to continue his education and basketball career.

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(Left) Dem Boyz defeated Team Prolific in the championship game of the 14th Street Late Night basketball league last week.

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Louis Lowery, 14th Street senior supervisor, says you can never guess who will win when it comes to the playoffs of the late night league.

Late Night League crowns surprise champions

By TIMOTHy RAMSEy THE cHRONIcLE

The Late Night Basketball League at the 14th Street community center has been a mainstay in the community on and off for decades. Last week, the center crowned its most recent champions, Dem Boyz.

Dem Boyz defeated Team Prolific in the championship game by the score of 97-84. Loaded with talent, Team Prolific was heavily favored going into the game, but Dem Boyz had other ideas.

“Team Prolific had a lot of good players and they had a lot of depth on the bench and they had three guys on the team that were on the championship team from last year so they may have been a little over confident,” said Louis

Lowery, 14th Street senior supervisor.

According to Lowery, when it comes to the playoffs during the late night league, you can throw the regular season records out the window because everyone seems to play their best at that time.

“One thing I can say is no matter how the seeding or regular season goes, I can only count on one hand the number of times the team that was supposed to win, according to their seed, has actually won,” Lowery said.

Dem Boyz came out of the gates clicking on all cylinders. At one point in the first half, they built a lead of 20 points over Team Prolific. Following a timeout, Team Prolific seemed to wake up and began to chip away at the lead.

By halftime, Team Prolific had come all the way back, trailing 4948 at the break.

There were no big runs by either team in the second half. It was a barn burner of a game, with each team doing their best to come away with the victory. Dem Boyz outplayed Team Prolific down the stretch with clutch shots and tough defense to claim the victory in the end.

Michael Quattlebaum of Dem Boyz, a.k.a. “QB,” was named MVP of the game. He says it felt good to come away with the win, especially since few people gave them a shot going in.

“This feels great, to be honest,” said QB. “This is actually the second time I have won this championship, but it has been a few years,

so it feels good to bring it home.

“We just had to relax, calm down and get it together after they came back and took the lead,” QB continued. “After we were able to do that, you see how things turned out.”

Lowery stated he knew Team Prolific would make a run but was concerned whether or not Dem Boyz had the fortitude to withstand it. He says in the past, Dem Boyz would have folded under the pressure, but they persevered in the end.

“This game was up there because the underdogs in this league always seem to pull it out in the end,” Lowery continued.

“Throughout the history of this league, it happens here, so I always look for it.”

Local track club shines at Junior Olympics SPEcIAL TO THE cHRONIcLE

Next Level Track club a.k.a Purple Smoke, is a local track club that has served Forsyth county kids for the past 15 years. They recently sent several athletes to the junior Robinson, the 2018 AAU indoor national champion in the 60 meter dash, had his hands full in both races.

Eight-year-old Silas Ross Jr. just missed out on winning a medal in the 200 meter dash for age 8 and under boys. Ross finished 10th overall. He then teamed with Tryson Melton, Mike carter Jr. and Tashaun Timmons to finish nineth in the 4x100 meter relay.

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Next Level Track Club coaches Buddy and Keisha Hayes pose for a photo.

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Mount Tabor head coach Andy Muse described Wilkins as a high character person who always has a smile on his face. He continued "... He's a winner. Every team he played with, he won.”

Shorty after the season ended in February, Wilkins announced he would reclassify and attend Hargrave Military

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Academy but, after a stellar summer campaign with Team CP3 17U on the AAU (Amateur Athletic Union) circuit, the offers from Division I programs started to roll in.

Wilkins also received offers from Wake Forest, Marshall, Dayton, East Carolina, Wofford University, Clemson, Appalachian State, UNC Charlotte, UNC Wilmington, Elon, High Point University, College

Davidson Jr. was out of practice all week with a stomach virus, but still ran an impressive 1500 meter run.

Many other fine performances were delivered by the remaining members of the team. Over 10,000 athletes from all across

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of Charleston, Winthrop and Wichita State.

"I was one of those kids not many people knew about, so I was kind of under the radar but I was always told to play my game and let God handle the rest, and that's exactly what I did." Wilkins said.

When discussing his decision to attend Virginia Tech and play for head coach Buzz Williams, Wilkins said, after visiting the campus earlier this

the United States were on hand for some of the best performances in years. Many records were broken and several were equaled. Next Level will take a few months off and then begin their indoor running program in November.

For more information on Next Level Track Club please visit nextleveltrackclub.com.

summer he knew it was the perfect fit. He said Williams told him he would be able to come in and immediately be a difference maker for the Hookies.

Richard Daniels Jr., Wilkins' trainer, echoed those sentiments when discussing Wilkins’ decision to attend Virginia Tech. He said, "I went with him on his visit there, and it was just a perfect fit.

"When I saw him out

there with those guys, you couldn't tell he wasn't already on the team,” Daniels continued. “It was just a perfect fit for the type of player he is."

Although Wilkins has proven he has what it takes to get it done on the court, he isn't taking this opportunity for granted, he says.

He understands playing in the ACC (Atlantic Coast Conference) isn't going to be a walk in the park, so he's constantly working on

his game. He plans to spend the remainder of the summer getting his body in better shape for the grind of a Division I schedule.

"I have to work on my body; that's the most important thing. I'm also working on my ball handling and my jump shot," he said. "... This is a real dream come true because not many kids have this opportunity to go to a good school like Virginia Tech."

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Terrell Robinson Jr. finished off his Junior Olympics with AllAmerican status in multiple events.

Last week, Isaiah Wilkins signed his letter of intent to attend Virginia Tech.

Ramsey from page B1

of the next generation on this magnitude.

James is making a new standard for what the athlete of tomorrow is going to have to live up to.

James has made it clear that it is no longer good enough for high profile athletes to just start a foundation. They instead must put their money into tangi-

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ble things that will impact the lives of America's youth, especially when it comes to education.

Forsyth County youth would benefit greatly from one of the athletic greats starting a primary school focusing on atrisk youth. With as many failing schools we have in the county, an athlete may have more of a lasting impression than traditional school faculty. Just food for thought.

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Tennis Party inaugural event called a success

BY TIMOTHY RAMSEY THE CHRONICLE

With the rain forcing events inside, the initial First Friday Tennis Party was a complete success by all accounts. Taking place inside of the Salem College gym instead of the tennis courts, the kids were able to learn basic skills while being entertained at the same time.

Kevin Fleck, owner and operator of Flex tennis and organizer of the tennis party, says he was pleased with the turnout of the event considering the inclement weather that took place Friday afternoon. In total, nine youth came out to partake in the festivities with varying degrees of skill level.

During the party, the youth players participated in various games that enhanced their skill levels by working on things such as footwork and hand eye coordination in a fun environment. Following the games the kids were treated to a pizza party and fellowship time to get to know one another better.

“I think the kids enjoyed all of the games and everyone was able to do them and that's the cool part about it,” said Fleck.

“A few of the kids only

picked up a racket maybe once or twice but they were able to play all of the game successfully.”

“Considering the weather with all of the rain, it was probably a good day to stay inside, so I was definitely happy to have some kids come out and have fun,” he said.”

Fleck stated he thinks he created an atmosphere to where the kids were learning skills about the game without even being aware they were learning.

He says the kids were very excited about the tennis party going forward.

A parent who witnessed the tennis party said she was going to tell all of her friends about the tennis party so they can bring their kids next month, according to Fleck.

“I was obviously happy with the response because I want this to be a big thing and have a lot of kids come out. So for the first one, I think it was a good start,” Fleck continued.

Fleck says he will integrate new games each month but will continue to bring back some of the kids’ favorites so they can continue to get better at the game. Fleck also stated he received several text messages following the party from a few of the partici-

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The kids participated in a number of events during the inaugural First Friday Tennis Party.

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pants who say they will tell their friends about the event so they will come out as well.

Fleck says even though it is a lot of work to set everything up in preparation for the event, it was all worthwhile.

“I really enjoyed it and after the event I was pumped up almost like a runner’s high,” he said. “I was feeling pretty good, especially seeing the kids have fun, so that feels really good.

“For me this was kind of a release because normally with my other clinics it is a bit more business like.” Fleck continued. “I am really looking forward to seeing the impact this has and hopefully it has a good impact on the tennis community. I just want to break some barriers because it is not the easiest sport to get into so I am looking forward to having more kids get introduced to the game.”

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Golf tournament raises funds for organizations The ninth annual fundraising golf tournament for the Winston-Salem Stealers will be held on Aug. 25 at the Meadowlands golf course.

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Fundraising is crucial for many youth and nonprofit organizations to stay afloat. On Aug. 25, a tournament will be held at the Meadowlands golf course to raise funds for the Winston-Salem Stealers, Twin City Jazz and Triad Trackers basketball programs.

This is the ninth year the tournament will be held to raise funds for the various organizations. This year’s special guest in the tournament will be Jim Caldwell, former Wake Forest University head coach and former head coach of the Indianapolis Colts and the Detroit Lions. Each team participating in the tournament will have the opportunity to play a hole with Caldwell.

“Alvin [Robinson] came to me around 2007 or 2008 with the idea, and we had it approved by the board,” said Brian Robinson, head coach of the Stealers, Jazz and Trackers programs. “I wasn't sure I was going to do it the first year because it was late in the season, but Alvin put things together like Alvin does,

and it was a success.”

“It grew double the next year and we had a few celebrities come out over the years. Our sponsors have also been very supportive throughout the years and it has been a really nice event to cap off our spring and summer seasons.”

Coach Brian Robinson says the tournament has been a big help to the program over the years by allowing them to grow the program numbers wisely.

He stated the tournament has also allowed the programs to invest in more equipment for the players.

Alvin Robinson, golf tournament organizer, stated he enjoys being a part of this event year after year.

All three of his daughters have been through the Stealers AAU (Amateur Athletic Union) programs over the years.

“This is about the kids and helping kids is one of my strong beliefs,” said Alvin Robinson. “The golf tournament is a happy moment but a hard happy moment because I stay focused for about six months just on this event.

After the tournament, it's great to see everything you have accomplished.”

The Triad Trackers are

a wheelchair basketball team that coach Robinson has coached since 2013.

Since taking over as coach, he has led them to the national tournament twice in the past five seasons.

This is the second year the Trackers organization has been connected with the golf tournament. Dean Smith, Trackers player, says the funds raised during the tournament will help with the purchase of wheelchairs for playing in along with a van to help transport equipment to games.

“This tournament has been very beneficial and every dollar we raise throughout the season helps provide parts for our wheelchairs, pays for referees and traveling expenses,” said Smith.

“All of these things help our nonprofit organization operate each year,” he continued. “Without the generosity of our community and people such as Alvin putting these events together, then we would not be able to continue playing the sport.”

The two Robinsons say they are thankful for sponsors such as Dan Mocksinger, owner of Cahill & Swain clothing, for their continued support.

County committees looking for volunteer members B 4 AU GU S T 9, 2018

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Forsyth County has a wide variety of committee positions open for those willing to serve.

Those interested can apply online at the county’s website. People are appointed to serve by the county commissioners. Committees give residents an opportunity to directly participate in the various functions of local government.

“Having citizen input into those processes is valuable and keeps you from having a staff-driven, insular view of everything,” said County Manager Dudley Watts.

Some positions have been vacant for months because no one has applied. The Adult Care Home Community Advisory Committee has the most vacancies, since its currently seeking 15 appointments, most of which have been open since late last year. The committee acts as a link between adult care facilities and the community, with a goal of improving the lives of long-term care residents. Committee members visit those living in the county’s 31 Adult Care Homes and five Family Care Homes to apprise the conditions and establish a rapport with residents, families, staff and administrators there.

Ashley Marcolivio, the PTRC long-term care ombudsman who works with the committee, said that there are currently only five active members, so they haven’t visited that many facilities this year.

Applicants for the Adult Care Home committee must be at least 18 years old and live in Forsyth County. They cannot have a family member in a facility served by the committee nor can they be an employee of or have a financial stake in one. The committee meets quarterly on the first Thursday in March, June, September and December at 6 p.m. at Polo Recreation Center. other committees looking for volunteers are: • Nursing Home Community Advisory Committee, a similar committee that serves Nursing Homes, is seeking seven appointments.

• Animal Control Advisory Board has an opening for a county resident who does not own a companion animal.

There’s also a position for the county health director, which the county is conducting a job search for.

• Coalition for Drug Abuse Prevention has appointments available for a business and religion representative.

• Commission on Ending Homelessness has an opening for a mental health representative.

• Community Child Protection Team/Child Fatality Prevention Team has an opening for a parent of a child who died before they were 18 years old.

• Consolidated Human Services Board, a new board combining the Social Services and Public Health boards, has openings for a social worker, psychiatrist, psychologist and one opening that’s either at large or for a consumer of Human Services.

• Emergency Management Advisory Council has appointments available for two general members.

• Forsyth County Home and Community Care Block Grant Advisory Council has an opening for a service recipient and two other open positions.

• Forsyth County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council has openings for a juvenile defense attorney and a person under 18 years old who is a member of the State Youth Council.

• Kaleideum Board of Directors has two appointments available.

• Library Board has two appointments available.

• Tourism Development Authority is looking for a hotel/motel owner or operator with 100 or more rental units.

Information on committees and applications for all positions can be found under “Volunteer opportunities” on the right side of the county’s website at www.co.forsyth.nc.us. The deadline to apply is Sept. 5 at 5 p.m.

Community Briefs

NBA All-Star Chris Paul Donates $2.5 million to Wake Forest Basketball Former Wake Forest University superstar and hometown hero Chris Paul is donating $2.5 million to support Wake Forest Basketball. The Houston Rockets point guard’s latest donation to his alma mater – the largest ever by a former basketball student-athlete or any alumnus under the age of 35 – will ensure that future generations of Demon Deacons can succeed on and off the court. Paul’s leadership gift demonstrates significant progress in fundraising efforts to transform the men’s and women’s basketball clubhouses with expanded and enhanced locker rooms, nutrition resources and treatment areas. The new Chris Paul Locker Room for the men’s team will be named in his honor.

City wins anti-hunger grant Winston-Salem is one of six cities selected to receive a grant and technical assistance from the National League of Cities to expand the use of federal nutrition programs to fight hunger in the community. The city will receive $115,500 to work with local agencies to increase participation in afterschool and summer feeding programs for students and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program for low-income households.

Earlier this year the city was selected to attend the NLC’s CHAMPS: Cities Combating Hunger Leadership Academy in Kansas City, Mo. Cities chosen to participate became eligible to apply for grants to expand their anti-hunger initiatives. Since 2012, NLC’s Institute for Youth, Education, and Families, in partnership with the Food Research and Action Center, has worked to reduce childhood hunger by expanding participation in federally subsidized afterschool and summer meals programs through the Cities Combating Hunger Through Afterschool and Summer Meal Programs (CHAMPS) initiative. With support from the Walmart Foundation, NLC has supported 71 cities serving more than 12 million meals to over 140,000 children through federal afterschool and summer meal programs over the last six years.

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NOW – Powerful Tools for Caregivers Registration is now underway for Powerful Tools for Caregivers, a 6week course for anyone caring for a loved one who is frail or ill. Classes will take place on Thursdays, Sept.20-oct. 25, 6:30-8 p.m. at Trinity Elms, 7449 Fair oaks Drive, Clemmons. There is no charge, but donations are accepted. Registration is required. To register or get information, call Linda Lewis at (336) 748-0217.

TODAY, Aug. 9 – Summer’s Night Concert Join Historic Bethabara Park outside pavilion for an evening of live music from Bethabara Concert Band on Aug. 9 at 6 p.m. There will be Dino’s Hot Dogs, 25-cent ice cream cones, games and hay rides. Bring blankets and chairs. In case of rain, the concert will beheld at Bethabara Moravian Church located at 2100 Bethabara Road.

For more info, call (336) 924-8191.

TODAY, Aug. 9 – Reunion meeting The 14th St. School Alumni will meet this Thursday to finalize plans for their Big 3rd Annual All-Class Reunion at 14th St. Recreation Center at 6 p.m. Asking all that attended or worked at the Historical 14th St. Elementary School to come out.

Contact President Alfred Harvey at (336) 414-9241 for more information.

TODAY, Aug. 9 – Town Hall The State Innovation Exchange (SiX) will host a town hall with North Carolina State Senators Joyce Waddell and Jeff Jackson, and Representatives Mary Belk, Chaz Beasley, and Becky Carney today, Aug. 9, from 6 - 7:30 p.m. ET. Sen. Joyce Waddell, Sen. Jeff Jackson, Rep. Mary Belk, Rep. Chaz Beasley, and Rep. Becky Carney will be in attendance. The event is sponsored by the State Innovation Exchange and is open to the public and any members of the press.

Aug. 10 - “Paint and Create” Kmyora’s Kookies celebrates its 1 year anniversary by hosting a Paint and Create party on Aug. 10 from 6-8:30 p.m. The event will have paints and treats for guests. The cost is $10 and $3 for each additional kid. (Two children would be $13.) The event will be held at PIPA, 1235 Patterson Ave.

Aug. 10 – Marguerite’s Coffee Marguerite's Coffeehouse, 4055 Robinhood Road, will feature the music of "Neville's Quarter" on Friday, Aug. 10 at 7 p.m.

Fiddle/guitar duo from Chapel Hill, Lex Headley and Brian Moyer, will start the evening with 30 minutes of their wide-ranging musical styles. open mic lineup includes the Killer Dillers, Taryn Bonner, Molly North, and more.

Chuck Dale Smith will host. Casual food and drinks are provided. All are welcome. Contact coffeehouse@uufws.org for information about performing.

Aug. 10 – Tickets on sale The Winston-Salem Symphony is launching Symphony Unbound, a new music series that is a break from the traditions and norms of classical music. The Winston-Salem Symphony is taking music out of the concert hall and into the community while joining forces with some of hottest up-and-coming

acts in various genres. The first installment will feature members of the Winston-Salem Symphony alongside Chapel Hill’s Mandolin orange in Winston-Salem’s new, cutting-edge music venue, The Ramkat. Symphony Unbound: Mandolin orange will take place on Saturday, Nov. 10 at 8 p.m.

Tickets start at $26 and can be purchased beginning

Aug. 10 at 10 a.m. (EST) by calling the Symphony Box office at (336) 4640145 or online at WSsymphony.org.

Aug. 10-31 – Outdoor film series one of the Piedmont Triad’s original outdoor film series returns this August to the expansive front lawn of Reynolda.

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will kick off its 12th season on Friday, Aug. 10 with the family-friendly film “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” and continues Friday nights through Aug. 31. Gates open at 7 p.m. each night, and films will be shown on the front lawn at sunset. In case of rain, films will be shown in the museum’s auditorium.

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Ministry’s golf fundraiser helps programs

BY TIMOTHY RAMSEY THE CHRONICLE

The Men's Booster Ministry of Goler Metropolitan A.M.E. Zion Church held its ninth annual fundraising golf tournament on Saturday, Aug. 4, at the Meadowlands golf course. The tournament will benefit youth programs

inside the church and the community.

More than 30 golfers assembled at the course to give back to a worthy cause. The golfers were joined by 15-year NBA veteran

Johnny Newman, who played and donated money toward the fundraiser as well.

Al White, tournament director, said the tournament helps fund many outreach programs the Booster Ministry is involved with in the community. He says it is a big help to have the community come out and

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Lesson Scripture: II Corinthians 8:7-15

By the end of this lesson, we will *Know that God wants us to share with those in need. *Remember that the Lord enables us to help others in practical ways. *Want to give from a Christian and Godly perspective.

Background: The time is A.D. 55 and the place is Macedonia. In one of Paul’s visits to Jerusalem, he along with Titus was made aware of the churches suffering from a food shortage due to a drought in Palestine.

Spiritually lead, Paul while on his missionary journeys, took up collections from other churches for the church at Jerusalem. Those who participated and exceeded Paul’s expectations were the Macedonians (including the Thessalonians and the Philippians). They gave abundantly despite their own extreme poverty. Paul uses the Macedonian church to persuade the Corinthian church to give even more. He is banking on their response to previous direction from him being well received.

Lesson: Paul states in his appeal to the church that they are rich in Christian virtues of trust in the Lord, sound doctrine; the application of doctrine; eagerness and spiritual passion; and the love of choice, inspired by their leaders … their giving should be in harmony with all other virtues they display (verse 7). Paul states that this is freewill giving – not by obligation or command (verse 8).

He also references Jesus, who was rich (as the Son of God everything belonged to Him) becoming poor in order that the Corinthians may become spiritually rich (verse 9).

Paul advises the Corinthian church to give generously so that they may receive abundantly more from God both material and spiritual (verse 10). The implication here is that they started to give, but at some point stopped. Paul encourages them to fulfill their giving according to their means (verse 11). God looks at the heart of the giver, the readiness to give. One should give as you are able. If one has much, he can give much; if one has little, he can give only little (verse 12). The focus here is on equity, balance, reciprocity and accommodations (verse 13-14). Paul summarizes here using Exodus 16:18 to illustrate shared resources and their balancing effect (verse 15). Paul believes that believers should not be in need and calls for generosity within the church to balance resources. (The MacArthur Study Bible, UMI, UGP and the Oxford Bible Commentary.)

Off to a good start

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The Rev. Dr. Nathan Scovens, pastor of Galilee Missionary Baptist Church, asks members of the congregation to extend their hands toward the front of the pulpit before he prays for leaders in the WinShape Camp who attended the 11 a.m. service Sunday, Aug. 5. The camp is being held at Galilee through Friday. WinShape Camp is an unprecedented day camp experience that brings churches and organizations together to transform communities with the message of Jesus. The camp is for students who have completed first through ninth grades. Discover more about the camp in next week’s Chronicle.

Church celebrates multiple events in same week

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For Your Consideration: How should a believer’s faith affect his grace, or does it? What are the important factors in giving?

Life’s Application: God wants us to give liberally, not under compulsion, but as an acknowledgement of His love and favor. Our focus on giving should be remembering all God has given to us through His Son, Jesus Christ. Union Chapel joined First Waughtown during revival Jesus gave His life for us so we should give generously to others. We should give, according to our ability as the BY TIMOTHY RAMSEY occasion allows. “Give, and it shall be given unto you; THE CHRONICLE good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and Church anniversaries, homecomings and revivals are running over, shall men give into your bosom. For with the same measure that ye mete withal it shall be measured all big occasions for any congregation. For First Waughtown Baptist Church, they threw conventional to you again.” (Luke 6:38).a thinking out the window and held all three in the same week.

First Waughtown held its church anniversary, homecoming and revival from Aug. 4 -8. The five-day event was kicked off with a service at a replica setup of the church, reminiscent of how the church looked in the early 1900s. The congregation then marched to the current location of the church to finish the service.

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Aug. 11 “Grief Care” On Saturday, Aug. 11 at 10 a.m., St. Paul United Methodist Church, 2400 Dellabrook Road, WinstonSalem, sponsors “Grief Care,” a support group for people experiencing grief due to the death of someone close to them. Sessions are free, each is self-contained, meaning one does not have to attend the sessions in sequence. For additional information, call (336) 723-4531 or (336) 722-5517.

Aug. 11 Holy Consecration Fresh Fire Worship Center Inc. invites the public to witness the Holy Consecration of Bishop-elect Phillip G. McCloud Sr. as the Lord elevates him to the

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Apostolic Office of Bishop on Saturday, Aug. 11, at noon. Services will take place at Fresh Fire Worship Center, 1538 Waughtown St. For more information, call (336) 833-4208.

Aug. 11 One-day VBS There will be a one-day Vacation Bible School on Saturday, Aug. 11 at St. Andrews United Methodist Church, 1840 Butler St., from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m.

Bible Studies for all ages, games and refreshments.

Contact the church at (336) 788-3421 for more information.

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service Monday night.

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On Sunday, the church held a special worship service with special guest Rev. David Thompson. Thompson is a retired pastor from Badin, N.C., and he delivered the message during the service. The fellowship dinner followed, along with a special tribute to First Waughtown’s senior pastor, Dr. Dennis W. Bishop. Bishop has been at First Waughtown for 35 years and has been in the ministry for a total of 50 years.

Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday were the annual revival days that the church calls their “Spiritual Encounter.” First Waughtown hosted a guest pastor and their congregations for each evening service.

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Women’s Day Nyasha Dunkley from Atlanta, Georgia, will be the guest speaker for Women's Day on Saturday, Aug. 11, at 11 a.m. at Ephesus Seventh-day Adventist Church, 1225 N. Cleveland Ave., WinstonSalem. The Rev. Allen Baldwin is the pastor. Dunkley has Dunkley been blessed to minister in many different venues, both musically and in the See Rel. Cal. on B6

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(Left) First Waughtown had a replica built of how the church looked in the early 1900s.

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Pastor Konnie G. Robinson of Union Chapel Baptist Church presented the message on Monday, Apostle Gloria Samuels of Great Commission Church delivered on Tuesday and Pastor Johnny York of Praise Assembly closed the revival sermons on Wednesday.

Dr. Bishop says he enjoyed all aspects of the entire week of events. He says the service held at the replica building on Saturday gave him a sense of history he has

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spoken word. God has opened doors for her to speak around the country and around the world about God’s power and His love.

Minister Dunkley is a firm believer in the power of God to change lives.

Aug. 12 Divine Connection concert Divine Connection will render a program at New Bethel Baptist Church, 1016 N. Trade St., on Aug. 12 at 4 p.m. Everyone is invited. Refreshments will be served afterward. Dr. Kendall D. Jones is the senior pastor.

Aug. 12 Worship Services Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of WinstonSalem, 4055 Robinhood Road, will have worship services on Aug. 12. At the 10:30 a.m. traditional worship, the Rev. Lisa Schwartz will speak on “In Search of Joy.” At the Forum, 9:15 a.m., the Rev. David Calhoun will present an introduction to Gnostic thought in the

never felt before.

“Saturday took me so far back by trying to reflect, feel, see and take note of what it must have been like when those few people came together to lay the foundation for this church,” he said. “This is just a time of thanksgiving for all of the matriarchs and patriarchs and former pastors for the foundation they have laid for this church to still be thriving 118 years later.”

Bishop says the church celebrated its 100th anniversary in the year 2000. The church also had a deacon who was celebrating his 100 birthday the same year. That

early days of Christianity.

At Explorations, 9:15 a.m., Cynthia Dodge, a lawyer, and Gloria Fitzgibbon, a U.S. historian, will discuss whether literacy is a fundamental right. For more information, UUFWS.org.

Aug. 12 126th Church anniversary The 126th anniversary of Shiloh Baptist Church, 916 E. 12th St., will be held Sunday, Aug. 12 at 10 a.m. The guest minister will be the Rev. Garland E. Pierce, pastor of Bright Hope Missionary Baptist Church, Laurinburg, N.C. He serves on the N.C. House of Representatives District 48 (Scotland, Hoke, Richmond, and Robeson counties).

A reception will follow this service. Dr. Manderline Scales is chairperson of the anniversary committee.

Dr. Paul A. Lowe Jr. is the host pastor. For more information, call (336) 7249263.

Aug. 12-17 Church Revival New Hope A.M.E. Zion Church at 7000 Shallowford Road in

deacon stated that the church at that time was actually more like 125 years old but since the church could not find any records of the church before 1900 they decided to stick with the current timeline of the church.

Throughout the history of First Waughtown, the congregation has only seen a total of five senior pastors. Bishop stated when he thinks back at the time he first arrived at the church. It amazed him how the church has grown.

“It doesn't seem like it has been 35 years, it really doesn't,” he said.

“I am thankful because I have had

Lewisville will celebrate its annual homecoming/revival on Aug. 12-17. The Rev. Dairl L. Scott Sr. will deliver the 11 a.m. message on Aug. 12. The Rev. Dr. Kenneth Q. James and the Walls Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church family of Charlotte will deliver the 3 p.m. message. The speakers for the week will be: *Monday, Aug. 13, the Rev. Dr. Gloria Thomas of John Wesley A.M.E. Zion Church of Winston-Salem. *Tuesday, Aug. 14, the Rev. Dr. James Grant of New Patterson Grove Faith Church of East Bend, N.C. *Wednesday, Aug. 15, the Rev. Dr. George Banks of Goler Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church of WinstonSalem. *Thursday, Aug. 16, the Rev. Joshua Holmes of Glenns Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church of East Bend, N.C. *Friday, Aug. 17, the Rev. Dairl L. Scott Jr. of Center Grove A.M.E. Zion Church of Tobaccoville, N.C. Nightly services will begin at 7 p.m. Doors are open to all. For more information, contact (336)

Pastor Konnie Robinson of Union Chapel Baptist Church delivered the message on Monday night.

the opportunity and the privilege to see a senior group that paved the way for the next generation that came behind them and that generation paved the way for this generation now and this generation is paving the way for the next one.”

“It's a very exciting experience for me because I have seen the church transition in the technological age. I have seen the church transition to be much different from what it was 10 years ago, but still see it thriving, so to me that is a blessing.”

945-9083 or (336) 9455618. The Rev. Dairl L. Scott Sr. is the pastor.

Aug. 15-17 2018 Revival Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church, 1400 Fitch St. Winston-Salem, invites the community to attend its 2018 Revival Aug. 15-17.

Services will begin at 7 p.m. nightly. Beginning on Wednesday evening, Aug. 15, the Rev. Dr. James F. Linville, pastor of Piney Grove Baptist Church in Winston Salem, will be the guest revivalist.

On Thursday, Aug. 16, the Rev. Chad R. Armstrong, pastor of Phillips Chapel Missionary Baptist Church in Winston Salem, will be the guest revivalist. And on Friday, Aug. 17, the Rev. Paul R. Ford, pastor of First Baptist Church in

Winston Salem, will be the guest revivalist. For more information, call the church office at (336) 4182003. The Rev. Dr. Dennis Leach, Sr. is the pastor.

Aug. 18 Back to school giveaway Christ Rescue Temple Church, 1500 N. Dunleith Ave., will have a back to school giveaway on Saturday, Aug. 18, from 12 to 4 p.m. Activities will include a school supply giveaway, free food, music, and games. For more information, call (336) 722-9841.

Aug. 25 Homecoming First Baptist Church, 700 Highland Ave., will be celebrating its annual

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support such an event.

“What we do is provide programs for our youth, inside the church and the surrounding community,” said White. “I think this tournament has had a tremendous impact because it allows us to give back to others even more.”

According to White, the tournament has provided enough funds for the ministry to provide tutoring to young kids as well as allowing the church to sponsor a beginner golf program.

After several months of training, those same kids were then entered into the golf program at Winston Lake golf course to sharpen their skills even further.

White says he enjoys coordinating this event each year. His team finished second in the tournament, which meant they received a cash prize.

White says his team decided to give the money back to the ministry to invest in the lives of more children.

White says the tournament is not the important thing; it is just a means to help fund the program, which is paramount. He says the ministry does a multitude of things for the kids, such as giving away book bags and school supplies, having movie nights for families, going to college football games and even showing young men how to tie a bowtie.

“What we are trying to get off the ground now is tutoring for exceptional children,” said White. “We have some in our congregation and we have spoken with a teacher who is certified to teach children with ADD or autism. She has a team and she wants to bring them here to help the children in the church and the community.”

“This is going to be a first for us and we are expanding and trying a lot of new things in the church,” he continued.

White says he knows many of the families in the church are single-parent homes, so the ministry tries to provide a positive male role model for the young people to look up to.

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Hauser Williams Russell Family hosts 103rd reunion Here is a family picture from the Dixie Russell Moore Fellowship picnic and family reunion meeting at the Hauser Williams Russell family reunion.

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The descendants of Bethania Hauser Williams Russell held their 103rd Family and Friends reunion in WinstonSalem, High Point and Yadkinville, N.C. on July 27-29.

Family members attended from Yadkinville, WinstonSalem, and Lexington in N.C.; Kentucky; Virginia; Maryland; Pennsylvania; Ohio; DC; and California.

Bethania was a slave born in Bethania, N.C., and bought for $840. She was bought and brought to Yadkin area by T.C. Hauser, a Yadkin County merchant-farmer.

Bethania was one of Hauser’s 11 slaves and later became a housekeeper for the T.C. Hauser family. During her time on the plantation, she had three sons: Alexander (born in1861), Martin and Sanford (born in 1866).

Bethania and her sons took the Hauser name. After slavery she married Louis Williams and they had four children: Sally, Louis, Taylor and Crawley. When Williams passed away, she married David Crockett Russell and had four more children: Henry, Commie, Lucy and Dixie.

Reunion activities began over 100 years ago when Martin Hauser began inviting family and friends to his home to celebrate his mother’s birthday day. This tradition has continued until this day. The 2018 Reunion activities began on Friday July 27 at the Courtyard Marriott Hanes Mall in Winston-Salem. Family members participated in games, family history, registration and food. Fish was provided in memory of David Hauser’s (Yadkinville) Annual Fish Fry at the reunions.

Saturday the family met at John and Donna Pinckney’s for the Dixie Russell Moore Fellowship picnic and family reunion meeting. The program included a memorial of family members who have passed away this past year (Cheryl L. Floyd, November 2017). Loren Bradsher (Lexington) was named the scholarship winner for 2018. She will be attending Winston-Salem State University in the fall with a major in elementary education.

Family news was shared. Ayo Pyne (Washington, D.C.) was first runner up in the Mrs. American pageant

Philo-Hill Magnet Academy gets new principal

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Benika Thompson will be the new principal at Philo-Hill Magnet Academy.

Thompson has served as the Science Program Manager for the district since 2010. Prior to that, she was the Curriculum Coordinator at Jefferson Middle School from 2009.

She started her career with WinstonSalem/Forsyth County Schools as a teacher at Philo Middle School in 2001.

“We are excited to return Dr. Thompson as a leader to the place where she began her career as an educator,” said Dr. Beverly Emory, WS/FCS Superintendent.

“Her vision and passion for Philo-Hill, and her strong grasp of how to deliver engaging and challenging instruction for middle school students uniquely position her to champion the transformation efforts so strongly desired for the school.”

Emory says Thompson will be an integral part of the district’s transformation of Philo-Hill. In the coming school year Philo-Hill will be the recipient of a grant t h a t w i l l allow every student a n d teacher to be Thompson equipped with a tablet for the next two years. Philo-Hill is also one of the schools scheduled for major facility improvements and upgrades as part of the second phase of the 2016 bond referendum. Starting this year, Thompson and her team will begin the design process with the district for the $20 million worth of facility upgrades.

“It is an honor to be a part of the visionary team for the new Philo-Hill Magnet Academy,” said Thompson.

“Our students, teachers, parents, and the community will soon have the opportunity to engage in the metamorphosis of our school into a premiere academy where efficacious learning is created and achieved. My personal motto is ‘Believe. Learn.

Become.’ As principal, I will be dedicated to revitalizing the synergy between Philo-Hill Magnet Academy and all community stakeholders to achieve the goals and mission of our school.”

Thompson earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, a master’s degree from the Appalachian State University and a doctoral degree in education from the University of Phoenix.

WS Wins 2017 Employee Safety Awards

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City departments and facilities received 42 gold and seven silver awards in the N.C. Department of Labor’s annual safety awards program. The awards recognized city departments or city facilities with 10 or more employees that achieved and maintained good safety records during 2017, and maintained accurate records for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.

Nick Webster, the city’s risk manager, said, “These awards show a commitment to safety that goes beyond individual employees and departments and demonstrates our ongoing commitment to growing and maintaining a thriving safety culture. I’m very proud of the employees at the winning locations, as well as my staff for the hard work they’ve done to earn these well-deserved awards.”

To qualify for an annual safety award, a city department or facility must have had no fatalities during the calendar year at the site or location for which the award was given and have maintained an injury and illness rate at least 50 percent below the national average for its particular industry group.

Gold awards are based on the DART rate, a standardized calculation used

by OSHA and other regulatory agencies to compare statistically significant data. DART stands for Days Away, Restrictions and Transfers, and is a measure of injury and illness per 200,000 work hours for 100 full-time equivalent employees. It measures days lost as well as days a worker is on restricted duty or transferred to other duties because of an injury or work-related illness.

Silver awards are based on the CDAW rate. CDAW stands for injury and illness Cases with Days Away

from Work, but does not include restricted activity.

Receiving gold awards were: *Bolton Street Pool and Park, 1590 Bolton St. *Bryce A. Stuart Municipal Building, 100 E. First St. *City Hall, 101 N. Main St. * C o m m u n i t y Development Department, 100 E. First St. Suite 423 *DOT Parking Deck Operations, 100 E. First St. Suite 307 *Elledge Wastewater Treatment Plant, 2801 Griffith Road *Engineering Field Office, 1225 E. Fifth St. *Fire Station 1, 652 Marshall St. *Fire Station 3, 2995 N. Liberty St. *Fire Station 5, 771 Palmer Lane *Fire Station 6, 1717 W. Academy St. *Fire Station 8, 2417 Reynolda Road

*Fire Station 11, 2745 Waughtown St. *Fire Station 12, 3620 New Walkertown Road *Fire Station 14, 5754 Shattalon Drive *Fire Station 15, 4548 Shattalon Drive *Fire Station 16, 1701 Pope Road *Fire Station 17, 4295 Old Greensboro Road *Fire Station 18, 1505 N. Peace Haven Road *Fire Station 19, 4430 Glenn Hi Road *Fire Station 20, 1305 Rural Hall-Bethania Station Road *Fleet Services, 650 Stadium Drive, Bldg. #3 *Hanes Mill Road Landfill, 325 Hanes Mill Road *Historic Bethabara Park, 2147 Bethabara Road *Manson Meads Complex, 2799 Griffith Road *Miller Park Recreation Center, 400 Leisure Lane

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and Donna and John Pinckney (High Point) serves as Senior Game Ambassadors. Olena H. Paige (Maryland) sang a song that she wrote – “Jesus is My Savior” and Chantel Braziel (Pennsylvania), a masters level voice student, sang “Summertime.”

Certificates were given to family members, including the to the oldest and youngest family members present.

The Oldest Family Member Present was Pauline Hauser (Yadkinville), and the Youngest Family Member Present was Brooklyn Lea (High Point).

On Sunday, the reunion activities included morning worship at the family home church, Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in Yadkinville. Sterling Hauser (Ohio) led a memorial service at the church cemetery in front of Bethania’s head stone. Flowers were placed on family gravesites and balloon were released to honor and recognize family members who have passed on.

The 2019 reunion will be a cruise to the Bahamas.

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homecoming the weekend of Aug. 25 and 26.

Activities have been planned for Saturday and Sunday. The guest speaker on Sunday, Aug. 26 will be Dr. Braxton D. Shelley.

The theme for this year will be "Celebrating 139 years of God’s Goodness.”

First Baptist Church is the city's oldest AfricanAmerican Baptist church.

The Rev. Paul Robeson Ford is the senior pastor.

Aug. 25 Shmedfest Shmedfest, a familyfriendly music event benefitting Crisis Control Ministry, will be held Saturday, Aug. 25, from 4 to 10 p.m. at the WinstonSalem Fairgrounds. Live

music will be provided by five different local bands: Brother Brothers, The Winmars, The Junction Trio, Downtown Band, and Glass Anvil. Dinner and beverages will be provided by K&W Cafeteria, Pepsi, and R.H. Barringer.

Shmedfest is free, but you must reserve your ticket in advance by texting FEST to 41444 or going online at www.crisiscontrol.org/shm edfest by Aug. 22.

Donations are encouraged.

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Description: Grading, Widening, Sidewalk, Curb & Gutter, Storm Drainage, Erosion Control And Seeding and Mulching Bid Date: August 30, 2018 @ 2:00 PM— Sub Quotes due by August 28 @ 3:00 PM Contact: John Maloney john.maloney@jrvannoy.com 1608 Hwy 221 North— PO Box 635 Jefferson, NC 28640 Phone: 336-846-7191 Fax: 336-846-7112 Date of Availability: August 30, 2018 Completion Date: August 26, 2019

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LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Having qualified as Administrator of the Estate of Wanda Denise Mitchell Peterson (18 E 1492), also known as Wanda M. Peterson, Wanda M. Peterson, MD, Wanda Peterson, MD, deceased July 20, 2005, Forsyth County, North Carolina, this is to Notify all persons, firms, and corporation having claims against the Estate of said deceased to present them to the undersigned on or before November 11, 2018 or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of recovery. All persons indebted to the said decedent or estate shall please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 8th day of August, 2018.

Gregory Peck Peterson Administrator for Wanda Denise Mitchell Peterson, deceased 22 Arita Circle Winston-Salem, NC 27105

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IN THE MATTER OF: ZIYANNA TAVONYA WASHINGTON DOB: 01-29-16

LANIYA NY’JAI WASHINGTON DOB: 05-09-12 NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION

TO: Shaquille Washington, father of the juveniles

TAKE NOTICE that Juvenile Petitions seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-entitled action. The nature of the relief being sought is an adjudication of Termination of your Parental Rights with respect to the above-referenced juveniles pursuant to N.C.G.S. 7B-1111.

You are required to make a written answer to the Petitions alleging to Terminate Parental Rights within forty (40) days after the date of this notice; and upon your failure to make a defense to the Petition within the 40 day period specified herein or to attend the hearing on the said Petitions, the Petitioner will apply to the Court for terminating your parental rights to the above-referenced juveniles.

Any counsel appointed previously to represent you and not released by the Court shall continue to represent you.

If you are indigent and not already represented by appointed counsel, you are entitled to appointed counsel and provisional counsel has been appointed upon your request subject to the Courts review at the first hearing after this service.

The hearing on the Petition alleging to Terminate Parental Rights is scheduled for 3:00 p.m., on Wednesday, October 10, 2018 in Courtroom 1-D of the Hall of Justice in Winston-Salem, North Carolina or as soon thereafter as the Court can hear the said case.

This the 24th day of July, 2018

Theresa A. Boucher Attorney for the Forsyth County Department of Social Services 741 Highland Avenue Winston-Salem, N.C. 27101 (336) 703-3900

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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA FORSYTH COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DIVISION FILE NO: 18 JA 9 IN THE MATTER OF KYLEIGH MAE CANTER DOB: 5-19-2015

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NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA FORSYTH COUNTY In the Superior Court of Forsyth County 18-CVS-743

Dozier v. Bailey, et al.

To Mr. Seth Bailey:

Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-entitled action. The nature of the relief being sought is as follows: 1. That the transfer of the property located at 814 Timberline Ridge Court, WinstonSalem, North Carolina, in Forsyth County, be set aside;

2. That the property located at 814 Timberline Ridge Court, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, in Forsyth County, be subject to an attachment for the benefit of the Plaintiff; 3. That the Defendants, Seth Bailey and Nicholas Coley, be prohibited from encumbering or disposing of the property located at 814 Timberline Ridge Court, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, in Forsyth County; 4. That Plaintiff be permitted to levy execution on the property or the proceeds therefrom;

5. That the costs of this action be taxed against the Defendants; and 6. For such other and further relief as the Court deems just and proper.

You are required to make defense to such pleading not later than September 3, 2018 and upon your failure to do so the party seeking service against you will apply to the court for the relief sought.

This, the 25th day of July, 2018

Andrew Schwaba, Attorney for Plaintiff SCHWABA LAW FIRM, P.L.L.C. 212 SOUTH TRYON STREET, SUITE 1725 CHARLOTTE, NC 28281

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To Mr. Nicholas Coley:

Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-entitled action. The nature of the relief being sought is as follows: 1. That the transfer of the property located at 814 Timberline Ridge Court, WinstonSalem, North Carolina, in Forsyth County, be set aside;

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NOTICE OF PENDENCY OF PROCEEDING

TO: ALEXANDER FORD

TAKE NOTICE THAT a Petition for Adoption of a minor male child born to CRYSTAL S. FLEMING on May 28, 2018 in Winston Salem, Forsythe County, NC, was filed in the office of the Clerk of Superior Court of Buncombe County, State of North Carolina on June 12, 2018.

If you are the father of this child, you must file a response to the petition within Thirty (30) days after this notice is first served upon you in order to participate in and receive further notice of the proceeding, including notice of the time and place of hearing. THE CLERK OF SUPERIOR COURT WILL ENTER AN ORDER ALLOWING THE ADOPTION TO PROCEED WITHOUT YOUR CONSENT IF THERE IS NO RESPONSE. Any and all rights you may have with respect to the minor will be extinguished and all aspects of any legal relationship between the minor and you as parent will be terminated with the entry of a Decree of Adoption.

This the 30th day of July, 2018.

Christopher M. Craig Craig Associates, PC 149 S. Lexington Avenue Asheville, NC 28801 Phone (828) 258-2888

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ROBERT D. BROOKS,Plaintiff vs. JANET GUEVARA ROBLES, Defendant

To: JANET GUEVARA ROBLES whose last known address was 631 Countryside Court Winston-Salem, N.C. 27105

TAKE NOTICE that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above entitled action. The nature of the relief being sought is as follows:Plaintiff seeks an Absolute Divorce. You are required to make defense to such pleading not later than September 11, 2018, said date being forty (40) days from the first publication of this Notice, and upon your failure to do so, the Plaintiff will apply to the Court for the relief sought.

This the 25th day of July 2018.

2. That the property located at 814 Timberline Ridge Court, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, in Forsyth County, be sub- ROBERT G. SPAUGH TO: Unknown and unnamed Father of ject to an attachment for the benefit of the Attorney for Plaintiff the minor child Kyleigh Mae Canter Plaintiff; 1352 Ashley Square Winston-Salem, NC 27103-2949 TAKE NOTICE that a Juvenile Petition 3. That the Defendants, Seth Bailey and seeking relief against you has been filed in Nicholas Coley, be prohibited from en- Phone: (336) 659-9450 the above-entitled action. The nature of the cumbering or disposing of the property lo- Fax: (888) 882-0621 Spaughlaw@gmail.com relief being sought is an adjudication of cated at 814 Timberline Ridge Court, the Juvenile Petition filed by the Forsyth Winston-Salem, North Carolina, in County Department of Social Services on Forsyth County; January 9, 2018 with respect to the aboveThe Chronicle August 2, 9, & 16 2018 referenced juvenile pursuant to N.C.G.S. 4. That Plaintiff be permitted to levy exe7B-101(15). cution on the property or the proceeds NOTICE TO CREDITORS therefrom; You are required to make a written answer to the Juvenile Petition within forty (40) 5. That the costs of this action be taxed Having qualified as Administrator of the Estate of Natheniel Blackwell (18 E days after the date of this notice; and upon against the Defendants; and 1033), also known as Nathaniel Blackyour failure to make a defense to the Juvenile Petition within the 40 day period spec- 6. For such other and further relief as the well, deceased August 17, 2017, Forsyth County, North Carolina, this is to Notify ified herein or to attend the hearing on the Court deems just and proper. all persons, firms, and corporation having said Juvenile Petition.

You are required to make defense to such claims against the Estate of said deceased Any counsel appointed previously to reppleading not later than September 3, 2018 to present them to the undersigned on or resent you and not released by the Court and upon your failure to do so the party before November 4, 2018 or this Notice shall continue to represent you. seeking service against you will apply to will be pleaded in bar of recovery. All persons indebted to the said decedent or esthe court for the relief sought. tate shall please make immediate payment If you are indigent and not already repreto the undersigned. sented by counsel, you are entitled to apThis, the 25th day of July, 2018 pointed counsel and said counsel will be This the 2nd day of August, 2018. appointed upon your request subject to the Andrew Schwaba, Attorney for Plaintiff Court’s review at the first hearing after this SCHWABA LAW FIRM, P.L.L.C. Tangela Denise Simpson service.

212 SOUTH TRYON STREET, Administrator for SUITE 1725 Natheniel Blackwell, deceased A permanency planning hearing on the Ju- CHARLOTTE, NC 28281 3936 Cottingron Drive venile Petition is scheduled for 11:30 a.m., Winston-Salem, NC 27105 on Friday, October 26, 2018 in Courtroom The Chronicle August 9, 16, 23, 2018 1-D of the Hall of Justice in WinstonThe Chronicle August 2, 9, 16 Salem, North Carolina or as soon thereand 23, 2018 after as the Court can hear the said case.

This the 23th day of July, 2018

Erica Glass, Assistant County Attorney, Forsyth County Attorney’s Office 741 Highland Avenue Winston-Salem, NC 27101 The Chronicle July 26, August 2, 9, 2018

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In the General Court of Justice Superior Court Division Before the Clerk 18 SP 820 City of Winston-Salem Petitioner, v

BRYAN C. THOMPSON, public guardian of the estate of Barbara J. Blakely a/k/a Barbara Martin; VICTOR ISLER, guardian of the person for Barbara J. Blakely a/k/a Barbara Martin; ELIZABETH M. BLAKELY; and FEDERAL FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. Respondents.

Take Notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above entitled civil action. The nature of the relief being sought is as follows: Petition to determine ownership of $9,763.48 in surplus funds paid to the Forsyth County Clerk of Court after the foreclosure sale of real property located at 1546 Pleasant Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27107, and being known and designated as PIN 6844-288719.000.

You are hereby required to make defense to such pleading not later than 10 days; and upon failure to do so, the party seeking service against you will apply to the Court for the relief sought.

This 2nd day of August, 2018.

City of Winston-Salem S/: John R. Lawson Assistant City Attorney P.O. Box 2511 Winston-Salem, NC 27102 (336) 747-7406

The Chronicle August 2, 9, 16, 2018 NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DAVIE COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DIVISION 18 SP 26

FOR THE ADOPTION OF: BABY BOY DOE BY: JOSEPH SCOTT HASSELL and AMANDA NICOLE HASSELL

TO:"John Doe" "Unknown/Unnamed Father", Respondent/Shane Sims, Respondent

TAKE NOTICE that a Petition for Adoption was filed by JOSEPH SCOTT HASSELL and AMANDA NICOLE HASSELL on the 22nd day of February, 2018, with the Clerk of Superior Court for Davie County, Mocksville, NC, in the above-entitled special proceeding. The Petition relates to a male child born on January 22, 2018 in Raleigh, Wake County, North Carolina. The birth mother's name is AMANDA, 5'8", 160 lbs, white female, with brown hair, blue eyes.

TAKE NOTICE that you are required to make defense to such pleading no later than forty (40) days after the date of the first publication of this notice, exclusive of such date. Upon your failure to do so, the Petitioners will apply to the Court for relief sought in the Petition. Any parental rights that you may have will be terminated upon the entry of the decree of adoption.

This the 18th day of July, 2018.

REGINA M. TAYLOR Attorney for the Petitioner NC Bar #18480 P.O. Box 944 Gastonia, N.C. 28053-0944

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Bond Order Authorizing the Issuance of $43,700,000 General Obligation Street and Sidewalk Bonds of the City of Winston-Salem, North Carolina

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Winston-Salem, North Carolina (the “City Council”) has ascertained and hereby determines that it is necessary to acquire, construct, reconstruct, widen, extend, pave, resurface, grade and improve streets, roads and intersections; acquire, construct, reconstruct and improve sidewalks or walkways, curbs, gutters, drains, overpasses, underpasses and grade crossings; construct and improve walking and bicycle trails and greenways; and provide related landscaping, lighting and traffic controls, signals and markers; and the acquire land, rights-of-way and easements in land required therefor; and WHEREAS, an application has been filed with the Secretary of the Local Government Commission of North Carolina requesting Commission approval of the General Obligation Street and Sidewalk Bonds hereinafter described as required by the Local Government Bond Act, and the City Secretary has notified the City Council that the application has been accepted for submission to the Local Government Commission.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDERED by the Mayor and the City Council of the City of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, as follows: 1. In order to raise the money required for the street and sidewalk purposes described above, in addition to any funds which may be made available for such purpose from any other source, General Obligation Street and Sidewalk Bonds of the City are hereby authorized and shall be issued pursuant to the Local Government Finance Act of North Carolina. The maximum aggregate principal amount of such General Obligation Street and Sidewalk Bonds authorized by this order shall be $43,700,000.

2. Taxes will be levied in an amount sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on the General Obligation Street and Sidewalk Bonds.

3. A sworn statement of the City’s debt has been filed with the City Secretary and is open to public inspection.

4. This bond order will take effect when approved by the voters of the City at a referendum scheduled for November 6, 2018.

The foregoing order was adopted on the 6th day of August, 2018, and is hereby published on the 9th day of August, 2018.

Any action or proceeding questioning the validity of the order must be begun within 30 days after the date of publication of this notice. The Chief Financial Officer of the City has filed a statement estimating that the total amount of interest that will be paid on the bonds over the expected term of the bonds, if issued, is $20,102,000.

The estimate is preliminary, is for general informational purposes only, and may differ from the actual interest paid on the bonds.

Melanie Johnson City Secretary City of Winston-Salem, North Carolina The Chronicle August 9, 2018

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Bond Order Authorizing the Issuance of $21,100,000 General Obligation Public Safety Facilities Bonds of the City of Winston-Salem, North Carolina

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Winston-Salem, North Carolina (the “City Council”) has ascertained and hereby determines that it is necessary to pay the capital costs of acquiring, constructing and improving certain public safety facilities and equipment, including a public safety radio communication system, a public safety training complex and fire station facilities and renovations and including the acquisition of equipment therefor and the acquisition of land or rights-of-way in land required therefor; and WHEREAS, an application has been filed with the Secretary of the Local Government Commission of North Carolina requesting Commission approval of the General Obligation Public Safety Facilities Bonds hereinafter described as required by the Local Government Bond Act, and the City Secretary has notified the City Council that the application has been accepted for submission to the Local Government Commission.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDERED by the Mayor and the City Council of the City of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, as follows: 1. In order to raise the money required for the public safety facilities purposes described above, in addition to any funds which may be made available for such purpose from any other source, General Obligation Public Safety Facilities Bonds of the City are hereby authorized and shall be issued pursuant to the Local Government Finance Act of North Carolina. The maximum aggregate principal amount of such General Obligation Public Safety Facilities Bonds authorized by this order shall be $21,100,000.

2. Taxes will be levied in an amount sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on the General Obligation Public Safety Facilities Bonds.

3. A sworn statement of the City’s debt has been filed with the City Secretary and is open to public inspection.

4. This bond order will take effect when approved by the voters of the City at a referendum scheduled for November 6, 2018.

The foregoing order was adopted on the 6th day of August, 2018, and is hereby published on the 9th day of August, 2018.

Any action or proceeding questioning the validity of the order must be begun within 30 days after the date of publication of this notice. The Chief Financial Officer of the City has filed a statement estimating that the total amount of interest that will be paid on the bonds over the expected term of the bonds, if issued, is $9,706,000. The estimate is preliminary, is for general informational purposes only, and may differ from the actual interest paid on the bonds.

Melanie Johnson City Secretary City of Winston-Salem, North Carolina The Chronicle August 9, 2018

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Bond Order Authorizing the Issuance of $11,700,000 General Obligation Housing Bonds of the City of WinstonSalem, North Carolina

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Winston-Salem, North Carolina (the “City Council”) has ascertained and hereby determines that it is necessary to pay the capital costs of acquiring, constructing and rehabilitating multifamily housing for persons of low and moderate income and accomplishing the renewal of urban residential neighborhoods, including the acquisition of land or rights-ofway in land required therefor; and

WHEREAS, an application has been filed with the Secretary of the Local Government Commission of North Carolina requesting Commission approval of the General Obligation Housing Bonds hereinafter described as required by the Local Government Bond Act, and the City Secretary has notified the City Council that the application has been accepted for submission to the Local Government Commission.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDERED by the Mayor and the City Council of the City of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, as follows: In order to raise the money required for the housing purposes described above, in addition to any funds which may be made available for such purpose from any other source, General Obligation Housing Bonds of the City are hereby authorized and shall be issued pursuant to the Local Government Finance Act of North Carolina. The maximum aggregate principal amount of such General Obligation Housing Bonds authorized by this order shall be $11,700,000.

Taxes will be levied in an amount sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on the General Housing Bonds.

A sworn statement of the City’s debt has been filed with the City Secretary and is open to public inspection.

This bond order will take effect when approved by the voters of the City at a referendum scheduled for November 6, 2018.

The foregoing order was adopted on the 6th day of August, 2018, and is hereby published on the 9th day of August, 2018.

Any action or proceeding questioning the validity of the order must be begun within 30 days after the date of publication of this notice. The Chief Financial Officer of the City has filed a statement estimating that the total amount of interest that will be paid on the bonds over the expected term of the bonds, if issued, is $5,382,000. The estimate is preliminary, is for general informational purposes only, and may differ from the actual interest paid on the bonds.

Melanie Johnson City Secretary City of Winston-Salem, North Carolina The Chronicle August 9, 2018

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Bond Order Authorizing the Issuance of $14,500,000 General Obligation Economic Development Bonds of the City of Winston-Salem, North Carolina

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Winston-Salem, North Carolina (the “City Council”) has ascertained and hereby determines that it is necessary to pay the capital costs of acquiring land or rights-of-way in land for economic development projects in the City, including blight reduction along the Liberty Street Corridor, constructing improvements on such land to facilitate its use for economic development purposes or making grants or loans to small business owners in targeted commercial areas; and WHEREAS, an application has been filed with the Secretary of the Local Government Commission of North Carolina requesting Commission approval of the General Obligation Economic Development Bonds hereinafter described as required by the Local Government Bond Act, and the City Secretary has notified the City Council that the application has been accepted for submission to the Local Government Commission.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDERED by the Mayor and the City Council of the City of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, as follows: 1. In order to raise the money required for the economic development purposes described above, in addition to any funds which may be made available for such purpose from any other source, General Obligation Economic Development Bonds of the City are hereby authorized and shall be issued pursuant to the Local Government Finance Act of North Carolina. The maximum aggregate principal amount of such General Obligation Economic Development Bonds authorized by this order shall be $14,500,000.

2. Taxes will be levied in an amount sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on the General Obligation Economic Development Bonds.

3. A sworn statement of the City’s debt has been filed with the City Secretary and is open to public inspection.

4. This bond order shall take effect when approved by the voters of the City at a referendum scheduled for November 6, 2018.

The foregoing order was adopted on the 6th day of August, 2018, and is hereby published on the 9th day of August, 2018.

Any action or proceeding questioning the validity of the order must be begun within 30 days after the date of publication of this notice. The Chief Financial Officer of the City has filed a statement estimating that the total amount of interest that will be paid on the bonds over the expected term of the bonds, if issued, is $6,670,000. The estimate is preliminary, is for general informational purposes only, and may differ from the actual interest paid on the bonds.

Melanie Johnson City Secretary City of Winston-Salem, North Carolina The Chronicle August 9, 2018

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Bond Order Authorizing the Issuance of $31,000,000 General Obligation Parks and Recreation Bonds of the City of Winston-Salem, North Carolina

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Winston-Salem, North Carolina (the “City Council”) has ascertained and hereby determines that it is necessary to pay the capital costs of acquiring, constructing, renovating and improving parks and recreation facilities and the acquisition of any necessary furnishing and equipment, land, rights-of-way and easements in land required therefor; and WHEREAS, an application has been filed with the Secretary of the Local Government Commission of North Carolina requesting Commission approval of the General Obligation Parks and Recreation Bonds hereinafter described as required by the Local Government Bond Act, and the City Secretary has notified the City Council that the application has been accepted for submission to the Local Government Commission.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDERED by the Mayor and the City Council of the City of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, as follows: 1. In order to raise the money required for the housing purposes described above, in addition to any funds which may be made available for such purpose from any other source, General Obligation Parks and Recreation Bonds of the City are hereby authorized and shall be issued pursuant to the Local Government Finance Act of North Carolina. The maximum aggregate principal amount of such General Obligation Parks and Recreation Bonds authorized by this order shall be $31,000,000.

2. Taxes will be levied in an amount sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on the General Obligation Parks and Recreation Bonds.

3. A sworn statement of the City’s debt has been filed with the City Secretary and is open to public inspection.

4. This bond order will take effect when approved by the voters of the City at a referendum scheduled for November 6, 2018.

The foregoing order was adopted on the 6th day of August, 2018, and is hereby published on the 9th day of August, 2018.

Any action or proceeding questioning the validity of the order must be begun within 30 days after the date of publication of this notice. The Chief Financial Officer of the City has filed a statement estimating that the total amount of interest that will be paid on the bonds over the expected term of the bonds, if issued, is $14,260,000.

The estimate is preliminary, is for general informational purposes only, and may differ from the actual interest paid on the bonds.

Melanie Johnson City Secretary City of Winston-Salem, North Carolina The Chronicle August 9, 2018

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Children age 5 and under are free. Film lineup is: Aug. 10: “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” Aug. 17: “Sideways” Aug. 24: “National Lampoon’s Vacation” Aug. 31: “O Brother, Where Art Thou”

Aug. 11 & 25 – Backpack giveaway Community Mosque of Winston-Salem School Supplies and Backpack Giveaway will be held on Aug. 11 and 25 from 10 a.m. till noon. The event is located at 1419 Waughtown Street W-S, NC.

Aug. 11 - “Blind Idol” singing competition The country’s most inspiring and impassioned singers who also happen to be legally blind are participating in the national Blind Idol singing competition organized by IFB Solutions on Aug. 11 from 7-9 p.m.

(Doors open at 6:30 p.m.)

The event will be held at Hanesbrands Theatre, 209 Spruce Street North, Winston-Salem, NC. Admission is $5 at the door and open to the public.

NOW – Aug. 11 – Summer Workshops Old Salem Museums & Gardens is offering a series of fun, hands-on workshops each Saturday this summer from through Aug. 11. These workshops are perfect for the whole family, from kids. Each workshop will focus on either hearth-cooking, pottery, or pewter spoon making. The workshops are limited to 12 participants per session so pre-registration is advised. Register on line at oldsalem.org or call (800) 441-5305.

Aug. 11 – Car Raffle AACA Car Show will

have a raffle on Aug. 11 at Piedmont Triad Farmers Market. Tickets are $10.

Proceeds will benefit Wheels4Hope and its recipients. For more info, contact Wheels4Hope Greensboro at (336) 3559130.

Aug. 11 – Car Raffle The WinstonSalem/Forsyth County NAACP will host their annual membership drive event on Saturday, Aug. 11 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free food, back-to-school supplies giveaways, door prizes, bounce house for the children, vendors for all shoppers, DJ Arthur Gray will be playing favorite tunes, and free health screenings. Please stop by, ask questions and join us.

Aug. 12 – Community Block Party Residents of the Winston Salem area are invited to a community block party hosted by Ardmore United Methodist Church, 630 S. Hawthorne Road, on Aug. 12 from 6-8 p.m. This is a free Event with live music, inflatables, games, and more. There will be vendors/trucks with food available for purchase. Ardmore UMC is giving away a $5 dollar voucher to be used towards the purchase of food for the first 100 guests/families.

We will have water stations, tables/chairs, and a tent. In the event of rain a decision will be made the day of whether to postpone the event.

Aug. 13 – Moral Monday Join Poor People’s Campaign on Aug. 13 at 6 p.m. for Ecological Justice Moral Monday to hear from North Carolinians who will share about the impacts of ecological injustice in their communities.

The Rev. Dr. William J. Barber, II, Former Vice President Al Gore, and Karenna Gore will join impacted persons, who will

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offer solutions for radical change that can help create safe and healthy communities in North Carolina and across the country. The event will take place at Shiloh Baptist Church, 1210 S. Eugene St., Greensboro NC. To RSVP for the event go to https://actionnetwork.org/e vents/an-ecological-just i c e - m o r a l monday?source=direct_lin k.

Aug. 13-14 – Auditions The Little Theatre of Winston-Salem will hold auditions for Young Frankenstein: The Mel Brooks Musical on Monday, Aug. 13 and Tuesday, Aug. 14 at the Winston-Salem Journal building, 418 N. Marshall St., in Winston-Salem.

Auditions will begin at 7 p.m. No appointment is necessary, and everyone is welcome to audition. For character descriptions and further information, please visit The Little Theatre’s Facebook page: @LittleTheatreofWS.

Aug. 14 – Summer forage workshop Rowan County Cooperative Extension will host a Summer Forage Management Workshop on Aug. 14 from 6-8 p.m. The event will take place at 350 Saw Road China Grove, NC. Call (704) 216-8970 to register.

Aug. 14 – Society Interest Meeting An interest meeting will be held to form an Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society for Forsyth and Stokes Counties. The meeting will be held at the Walkertown Library on Tuesday, Aug. 14, at 6 p.m.

Interested persons should contact Cheryl Harry at (336) 721-7399 or cdharry@oldsalem.org.

Aug. 16-19 – “Stuff the Bus”

Forsyth Educator Partnership (FEP) is holding its second annual “Stuff-the-Bus” back-toschool event to celebrate the re-opening of the Educator Warehouse, which provides free school supplies to WS/FCS teachers for use in their classrooms throughout the year.

School bus will on site at Diggs-Latham Elementary School and Hanes Mall according to this schedule: * T h u r s d a y - F r i d a y, Aug. 16 – 17, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Diggs Latham campus *Saturday, Aug. 18, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Hanes Mall (between BJs and Belk) *Sunday, Aug. 19, 3 – 7 p.m. Hanes Mall (Belk Entrance) For more info, contact Angie Vaughn, President, Forsyth Educator Partnership: (336) 7037279 or Martha Murphy, Member, FEP Fundraising/Marketing Committee: (336) 4085015.

Aug. 17 – Parkland High School “Hall of Fame” deadline Parkland Magnet High School third Hall of Fame class showcases nine Mustang legends. The inductees will be honored at a banquet at the Old Salem Visitor’s Center on Thursday, Sept. 6 at 6:30 p.m., and introduced during halftime of the Parkland High School vs.

Marvin Ridge High School football game on Friday, Sept. 7 at the Parkland Magnet High School.

Prepaid reservations for the banquet are $25 per person.

The deadline to register is Friday, Aug.17, and seating is limited. For additional information in reference to purchasing a prepaid ticket, contact the Athletic Director, Linwood Jerald at (336) 624-3563, Mackie Thompson at (336) 8134073, Chris Kirkpatrick at (336) 287-1707 or Eddie Raynard (336) 785-5611.

Aug. 17 – Foxx hosts Veterans Information Session Rep. Virginia Foxx (RNC) will host her annual Veterans Information Session at the Historic Broyhill in Clemmons from 2-4 p.m., Aug. 17.

The event will be in the main room with representatives from the Veterans Affairs Department and veterans service organizations present to provide information to veterans and their family members.

Available services include: reviewing the status of a case, starting a claim for compensation, or signing up for VA health care. For questions, please call (336) 778-0211, or email patricia.bandy@mail.house.gov .

Aug. 17-18 – RiverRun Retro RiverRun Retro will screen the classic western "High Noon" on Aug. 17 at 7:30 p.m. at Hanesbrands Theatre in Winston-Salem and on Saturday, Aug. 18 at 5 p.m. at RED Cinemas in Greensboro. Pulitzer Prize winner Glenn Frankel will join film historian Foster Hirsch to discuss the iconic film classic starring Gary Cooper and Grace Kelly.

Aug. 18 – Benefit concert The public is invited to the sanctuary of the Lewisville United Methodist Church (6290 Shallowford Rd., Lewisville) for a Benefit Concert by the Craft Brothers Gospel Quartet and the American roots band, Deep Roots on Aug. 8 at 7 p.m. Light refreshments will be served.

Donations will go toward the projects of the Lewisville Historical Society. Call (336) 7665842 for more information.

Aug. 18 – Outdoor movie series Experiment in SelfReliance (ESR), in partner-

ship with Forsyth County Public Library, and Great Commission Community Church will host movie two of its two-part Family Film Fest: Outdoor Movie Series.

This free admission, community-centered series will be held Aug. 18 at 7:30 p.m. at ESR, 3480 Dominion St. NE, Winston-Salem, NC. Before the movie screening, participants will have the opportunity to enjoy educational entertainment and learn about community resources. All movies are equipped with Spanish subtitles. Hotdogs, chips, and drinks will be available for sale. Popcorn will be free. In the event of rain, the event will be held inside.

For information about the Family Film Fest at ESR, call (336) 722-9400 or visit www.eisr.org.

Aug. 18 – Benefit concert H.O.P.E. of WinstonSalem with Sponsor Signature Real Estate will be hosting a Pub Crawl Fundraiser to help HOPE drive nutrition into ‘food deserts’ right here in Winston-Salem. The event will take place from 2-6 p.m. Starting at 2 p.m., crawlers will convene at Wise Man Brewing to check in and start the action with drink tickets, raffle tickets and the best brews in Winston-Salem.

H.O.P.E. will also have a ‘Donation Station’ encouraging onsite donations to help feed the need. Tickets are $30. To buy tickets, visit https://hopewinstonsalem.z2systems.com/np/cl ients/hopewinstonsalem/ev ent.jsp?event=2&to.