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Drug Court is in session W I N S TO N - S A L E M , N . C .

Volume 44, Number 15

By ToDD lUCK THe CHroNiCle

This month, Forsyth County’s Drug Treatment Court held its first session in hopes that it’ll help those with substance abuse issues on the long road to recovery. it’s a return for the county’s adult drug court, which previously lasted 15 years before it ended in 2011 when its state funding was cut. District Court Judge lawrence Fine presided over that court and has returned for the new one. Back then, crack and meth were the major drugs. This time opioids have become a nationwide epidemic.

The court is a sentencing alternative for those with drug charges. its focus is treatment and helping participants kick their addiction. They’re tested several times a week.

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incentives while relapses may result in sanctions.

Fine said he knows things will sometimes “go sideways” for participants and the program will see them

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though that.

“This court will be different from any court you have ever been in because this is a collaborative effort,” Fine tells new participants.

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Attorney Kerri Sigler, Judge Denise Hartsfield, Judge Lawrence Fine and Drug Court Coordinator Curtis Graham stand in Courtroom 4a, where Drug Treatment Court is held.

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Firm presents consolidation ideas to county council

By ToDD lUCK THe CHroNiCle

Coffee with a Cop continues to unite community

Captain William Penn Jr. greets Council Member Jeff MacIntosh during Coffee with a Cop at West End Coffeehouse on Tuesday, Dec. 12.

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By TeviN STiNSoN THe CHroNiCle

More than a dozen officers with the Winston-Salem Police Department (WSPD) mingled with residents over pastries and hot joe on Tuesday, Dec. 12, as the department hosted Coffee with a Cop for two hours in the morning at West end

Coffeehouse on North Broad Street near downtown.

The WSPD started meeting with residents over coffee in March. Since the first gathering at Whole Foods, Coffee with a Cop has become routine in various neighborhoods of the city.

Coffee with a Cop is designed to

give residents an opportunity to discuss their concerns in a relaxed setting. it also gives officers a chance to develop relationships with the people they serve. Police say that by doing this, they hope to build safer and stronger communities while enhancing trust between citizens and officers.

Forsyth County commissioners heard a presentation on their options for consolidating the departments of Public Health and Social Services on Thursday, Dec. 7.

Currently both of these large departments have their own boards, which hire their department directors.

Consolidation mainly involves who runs the departments, which would involve eliminating or combining the boards. The commissioners solicited a study to explore consolidation options that are now allowed by state law.

The study was conducted by Cansler Collaborative resources, a firm owned by former N.C. Health Secretary lanier Cansler. Cansler’s rebecca Troutman and Sherry Bradsher presented the findings. Troutman actually lobbied for the 2012 law that allows for the consolidation of Bradsher human services when she worked for the N.C. Association of County Commissioners. She said counties wanted greater flexibility over how they manage those services, which lawmakers agreed with. “it’s a growing recognition that counties know what’s best for counties,” she said.

They surveyed 24 counties that have consolidated and did numerous interviews with county staff and other stakeholders. They said if commissioners wanted to consolidate, the best fit was “option 2,” which involves a combined board of human services with a human services director, which the county manager would hire with the advice and consent of the board.

Human services staff would be under the same poli-

Hidden No More tour makes a stop at WSSU

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in the 1960s when Katherine Goble Johnson, Mary Jackson, and Dorothy vaughn played major roles in the early stages of the U.S. Space Program, it was rare to see a woman, let alone three black women, working in a field we know today as STeM (science, technology, engineering, and

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While Johnson, Jackson and vaughn would go on to make an impact on NASA more than 50 years ago, as depicted in the book and 2016 biographical film “Hidden Figures,” today women and young girls pursuing careers in STeM is still rare.

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Some Forsyth lawmakers voted for controversial legal ad bill T H E C H R ON I C LE

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BY CASH MICHAELS FOR THE CHRONICLE

When the N.C. General Assembly reconvenes next month, many observers expect to see House Bill 205 resurrected for debate, and possible passage.

If that happens, publishers of small community newspapers like The WinstonSalem Chronicle say the loss of revenue from switching required paid legal notices that traditionally run in those publications, to the websites of local and county governments, will be substantial.

In some cases, it is enough to close many small newspapers down.

When Gov. Roy Cooper vetoed the bill July 17, he accused state lawmakers of using, “… the levers of government to attack important institutions in our state who may disagree with them from time to time. Unfortunately, this legislation is another example of that misguided philosophy meant to specifically threaten and harm the media.

“Legislation that enacts retribution on

the media threatens a free and open press,” Gov. Cooper continued, “… which is fundamental to our democracy.”

The bill that reached the governor’s desk was supposed to be relegated only to Guilford County as a test case, with the prospects of later expanding to other cities and counties statewide. State Sen. Trudy Wade (R-Guilford) was the sponsor.

Sen. Wade has been at war with local newspapers in Greensboro, particularly The News and Record, and some suggested that her measure was designed to hurt those papers by depriving them of significant traditional revenue. Wade has denied that, but has then called the paid legal notices, “… special carve-outs for the newspaper industry.”

So where does Forsyth County’s legislative delegation stand on this issue?

According to the North Carolina General Assembly vote record for HB 205, on June 28, Forsyth County representatives Debra Conrad (R-District 74) voted aye; Julia Howard (R-District 72) voted aye; and Donny Lambeth (R-

District 75) voted no.

On the Democrat side in the House from Forsyth County, Ed Hanes (DDistrict 72) voted aye; and Evelyn Terry (D-District 71) voted no.

Rep. Hanes was matter-of-fact about why he did support the measure.

“I voted for it after getting Winston’s/Forsyth County’s papers removed from the bill,” he told The Chronicle in a statement. “I subsequently supported the Governor in his veto of the measure. Nothing major behind it.”

On the Senate side, Joyce Krawlec (RDistrict 31) voted no. Sen. Paul Lowe (DDistrict 32) had an excused absence from the session the day of voting, but his office says had he been there, Lowe would have voted against the bill.

“If he were present, the senator would have voted against HB 205,” Tyler Ford, Sen. Lowe’s spokesperson, told The Chronicle. “HB 205 cuts down ad revenue for smaller newspapers and as much as we like to believe that everyone has access to the internet, they do not.”

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Lowe’s Republican colleague from Forsyth, Sen. Krawlec, told The Chronicle, “ I voted NO each time this bill came before me. I am very concerned that many residents in rural communities do not have access to internet services. Also, many senior citizens still depend on the local paper for access to local news, and are not comfortable using the internet.”

Krawlec continued, “Even those who do use the internet for news, go to the news sites. Very few people explore the county websites for local news. I believe many citizens may not have access to much-needed public notices if counties are allowed to only post on county sites.”

Rep. Lambeth, in a statement to The Chronicle, said, “I have consistently voted NO on this bill. Lots of reasons for a no vote.” But Lambeth did not spell out what those reasons were.

Reps. Conrad, Terry and Howard were unavailable for comment at press time Tuesday.

A winter storm swept through the area last weekend leaving blankets of snow in its path. This photo was taken in Rural Hall.

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He never quits BUSTA’S PERSON OF THE WEEK

Dr. John Mendez is shown with sculptures of his heroes, Dr. W.E.B. Du Bois, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Fredrick Douglass.

By BuSTA BRoWN The ChRoNiCLe

i walked into dr. John Mendez office, and right away i saw the sculptures of some our greatest leaders. Mendez put his hand over each one as he explained the significance of each one.

“These are my heroes. dr. W.e.B. du Bois, when i come into my office, i’m depressed and sometimes want to quit,” he says, “77 years old and i never quit.”

Afterward, Mendez looked at me. i could feel his spirit telling me not to quit. it was clear he could feel my recent struggle, and how i thought about quitting at times. Then he continued sharing his adoration for his heroes. “dr. king died too soon, but he was relentless in hanging in that struggle.

Albert einstein, a lot of people don’t know that when du Bois was 90 and about to be arrested, einstein came to his rescue and they dropped the charges against him when they knew he was coming.

Fredrick douglass, he was a great oratory and freedom fighter.” There were sculptures of Moses and Gandhi as well. i noticed a picture of Mendez and a Native American gentleman. you could tell they were having an interesting conversation. you’ll see the picture during my youTube interview. i asked about the pic-

ture, “The keeper of The Sacred Pipe of the Lakota Nation. When i first visited the Pine Ridge Reservation, the first thing he said to me, is you’re sitting in the same chair that Martin Luther king sat in.

That’s why the Poor People’s Campaign is so important, because when he was organizing it, he went to Native Americans, Appalachia, everywhere.” i decided to look up the Lakota Nation, and here’s what i found. There are nine bands of dakota and Lakota in Manitoba and southern Saskatchewan, with a total of 6,000 registered members. They are recognized as First Nations but are not considered "treaty indians." As First Nations, they receive rights and entitlements through the indian and Northern Affairs Canada department. As i looked around dr. Mendez’s office, i noticed another picture of him and another Native American gentleman.

“That’s Tony,” he’s giving him an eagle Feather. he said to me,” you should always come back to Mount Graham, to be renewed, our struggle is now your struggle.” i looked up Mount Graham as well; it’s a mountain in southeastern Arizona in the united States. Mount Graham summits are headwaters for numerous perennial streams.

Mendez has

strong ties to Native Americans. his mother is half Native American, and her father was a medicine man. he said his grandfather supported his family through sales of the medicines that he made. “Texas, Louisiana, and Arkansas was his area. That tradition fell to my mother. i grew up in harlem and in harlem and the Bronx, and she was affectionately referred to as The Medicine Woman. She loved her herbs and all of that.” he shared some history about the true struggle of Native Americans.

“The big struggle with Native Americans is around sacred sites and sacred rights.” you could see and feel his passion for Native Americans and their struggle.

We also talked about a serious struggle he fought right here in WinstonSalem some years ago, and that was freedom for darryl hunt who, in 1984, was wrongfully convicted for the rape and the murder of deborah Sykes, a young white newspaper copy editor, and sentenced to life in prison. hunt was held in prison until 2004, when he was fully exonerated of the murder and released after serving 19 1/2 years. his exoneration followed the confession by Willard e.

Brown to the crimes. in 2003 a review of the state database found that Brown's dNA matched

duke energy could switch to renewable energy. he said duke energy is generating less than 2 percent of its energy from renewables currently and plans to increase that to 6 percent by 2031, with 47 percent nuclear power and 41 percent coal and gas power. he believes duke can do far more, and replace half its fossil fuels by 2025 and all of them by 2030.

The NC Clean Path 2025 plan, written by engineer Bill Powers, proposes putting solar power in the communities that use it and moving away from a reliance on a large power grid. Warren said the panels would be put on top of buildings and in vacant lots. he said this plan would cost a small fraction of the planned modernization of the current grid and the pipeline and natural gas plants duke is planning to build while creating thousands more jobs.

“There are no technical or economic reasons not to do this,” said Warren. under the plan, coalfired plants would be

phased out in favor of hydroelectric, solar and wind. Nuclear plants would run until their licenses expire and natural gas plants would be used as backups. There would be energy usage reduction from efficiency, and demand response would be used to reduce peak usage for some costumers.

Warren said the plan was sent to the state utilities commission but was never heard. he said he believes duke’s influence and reliance on old business models is preventing Clean Path from gaining traction. he’s hoping local activism in “priority counties” around the state – Buncombe, Chatham, durham, Forsyth, Mecklenburg and orange – can help make it a reality.

NC WARN is hoping activism will push duke and the General Assembly toward new policies.

They’ll also be asking local governments to install solar panels and batteries at their buildings and encourage municipal utilities to participate.

that in the Sykes case, and in 2004 hunt was formally exonerated.

Mendez played a major role in hunt’s defense fund. From New york to as far south as Mississippi, dr. John Mendez has left a trail of experience as a social activist and community organizer. As a preacher, professor, philosopher and psychotherapist, dr.

Mendez’s contributions are far-reaching. When he is not in the pulpit at emmanuel Baptist Church, located in Winston-Salem, where he has been the senior pastor since 1983, he can be found rallying for social causes here in the

u.S., North Carolina and abroad. his latest alliance with the N.C. State NAACP president’s protest against the Republican-Tea Party’s insensitive devastating public policies has been a recent example.

Prior to coming to emmanuel Baptist Church, dr. Mendez served as senior pastor at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, where he served for six years, dr. Mendez received a BA from Shaw university in Raleigh; Master of divinity degree from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary in Wake Forest; and a doctor

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of Ministry degree from united Theological Seminary in dayton, ohio. he is a graduate of the Post Graduate Center of Mental health in New york City, in Pastoral Counseling, and most recently the institute of Contemporary Psychotherapy and Psychoanalysis in Washington, d.C. dr.

Mendez and two other colleagues recently organized the Mind- Sight counseling and Consultation Services in Winston-Salem.

Check out my interview with dr. John Mendez on our youTube channel @ Winstonsalem Chronicle.

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NC WARN looks for local support for environmental plan

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NC WARN is hoping for local support in its effort to replace half of all fossil fuels used for electricity in the state by 2025, and replace them all by 2030.

The environmental advocacy group held a meeting at Green Street united Methodist Church on Monday to present its plan. NC WARN director Jim Warren said that the last four years have been the hottest on record, which he said contributes to things like the more severe fires and hurricanes seen this year. he said natural gas, which is methane, is a big cause of that. it’s 80-100 times more potent than carbon dioxide in trapping heat when it leaks or is vented unburned.

Warren said the solution is within reach.

Advances in solar power, batteries to store the energy it generates and ways to conserve power have created an economical way that

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County to vote on Cardinal agreement today T h e C h r oN i C le

By ToDD luCk The ChroNiCle

Forsyth County commissioners plan to vote today on a performance agreement with the embattled Cardinal innovations healthcare.

Cardinal is the largest managed care organization in the state. it oversees mental health, developmental disability and substance abuse services for Medicaid enrollees in 20 counties. This includes Forsyth, where it took over CenterPoint human services. By state law, counties must fund these services locally. Cardinal also receives federal Medicaid money and state funds. late last month, N.C. health secretary Mandy Cohen ordered for the state to take over Cardinal’s operations after what she called “serious mismanagement of funds.” This

included paying Cardinal Ceo Paul Topping $635,000 in salary and bonuses, which is three times the amount allowed by state law. Topping and three other executives were let go with $3.8 million in severance pay. Topping’s severance package was $1.7 million by itself.

Because of this, Cardinal’s Board of Directors has been dismissed.

County Commissioner Vice Chair Don Martin was appointed last week by the commissioners to the committee that will pick the Forsyth County representative for the new Cardinal Board. “i think the actions of the Department of health and human services and secretary Cohen have been positive,” said Martin.

The annual performance agreement that commissioners will vote on today says the county will fund behavioral health

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services, while Cardinal agrees to provide those services. As of last week, the agreement has Cardinal providing the county with monthly invoices, quarterly progress reports on service utilization and other data related to the use of county funds. Any unspent county money will be retained by the county for

future behavioral health needs. Cardinal also agrees to provide a variety of services to the county, such as training for county human services staff, providing emergency care reviews within 48 hours for certain children receiving Child Welfare services, and providing client-specific clinical staffing and

islative and judicial] shall operate independently, providing a system of checks and balances on each other that enhances the ability of our democracy to flourish, even in turbulent periods of change we sometimes experience as we work to create a ‘more perfect union’ since North Carolina was founded, half slave and half-free in 1789,” Dr. spearman said in a recent statement. “These meetings will help my new leadership team get its bearings since my october election as president of the N.C. NAACP and help us make plans to move North Carolina forward together toward the 109-year-old purpose of the NAACP – to eliminate racial discrimina-

tion and prejudice from our society.” spearman continued, “We are delighted the leaders of two branches of the government have accepted our request for a meeting.

We will keep the public informed about these historic meetings. in the spirit of the season, we trust we will be hearing from the legislative branch soon.”

The N.C. NAACP president added that the meetings will occur separately.

“We are scheduled to meet with Justice Martin on Jan. 16, 2018,” Dr. spearman said. “The meeting with the Governor, he has not given us a date yet. “ A reporter’s inquiry was emailed Tuesday to both republican legislative leaders Berger [r-

technical assistance to social services.

Cardinal senior Community executive ronda outlaw assured commissioners in a briefing late last month that the state only had an issue with some of the organization’s leaders and not with its services, which she said are not adversely affected by the temporary state takeover.

“The issues that have been raised are to governance and specific individuals and are not related to the workforce for all of Cardinal innovations; they are not related to providers or services or the work that is being done locally in our communities,” she said.

Commissioner everette Witherspoon told outlaw he thought she was “doing a great job.” But he also spent the last two briefing sessions saying he wished Cardinal hadn’t merged with Counterpoint. he said

he didn’t believe it had improved mental health services in the county.

“We know what’s best for the people in Forsyth County – the people suffering with mental health illnesses – not somebody in Charlotte riding around on a private jet,” said Witherspoon.

Martin said Counterpoint had little choice but to merge with another organization because of directives from the state to reduce the number of managed care organizations. he said there were operational cost savings from the merger.

Commissioner Gloria Whisenhunt said she didn’t support the executive salaries, but liked that the county now has control over what services its funding goes to. she said that Cardinal has improved mental health services in the county.

rockingham} and Moore (r-Cleveland), asking if they intended to attend the meeting with the N.C. NAACP in the near future, and if not, why not?

There was no answer from either sen. Berger’s office or speaker Moore’s office by press time Tuesday. Nor had either republican leader responded directly to the N.C. NAACP. “We are hopeful that we will get a response to our letter by the 15th of December, but … you can mark me by this,” Dr. spearman vowed on Nov. 27th, “… that if we do not receive anything, we are geared up to move forward, as we have been doing, to do rallies, whatever needs to be done, for

such a time a this.” it may not be wise for Dr. spearman to hold his breath waiting for either Berger or Moore to respond positively, or otherwise. in 2015, the Cleveland County NAACP blasted speaker Moore for alleged voter suppression, the denial of Medicaid expansion, and failure to support an increase in the minimum wage for workers.

And in 2014, the N.C. NAACP went after sen.

Berger for creating and airing TV ads that misrepresented voting eligibility at the polls.

Neither Berger nor Moore has ever had a constructive statement about the N.C. NAACP.

Cooper, chief justice accept N.C. NAACP invite

By CAsh MiChAels For The ChroNiCle

With the stated Dec. 15 deadline to respond looming this week, republican legislative leaders – senate Pro tem Phil Berger and house Tim Moore – have yet to acknowledge a Nov. 27 invitation rendered by the N.C. NAACP to meet with the civil rights group to discuss criminal justice reform, and other issues. “i have not heard from the remaining two, as was expected,” Dr. T. Anthony spearman, president of the N.C. NAACP told this newspaper Tuesday. “Their patterns are proven and sure.” it was Nov. 27 in a letter when Dr. spearman invited the heads of “the

three co-equal branches of government” to meet with the N.C. NAACP. “Today, while our nation and state are in the midst of great political turbulence, caused at least in part by racist voting and criminal justice policies and practices, there is a great need for honest political leaders to speak directly with each other and listen carefully across the table of civility,” he wrote then.

Thus far, both Gov. roy Cooper and N.C. supreme Court Chief Justice Mark Martin have accepted the invitations issued by spearman.

“The N.C. Constitution provides these three coequal branches of our government [executive, leg-

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was a positive one. All four initial participants showed up with more being referred. Fine said he wanted to get a few sessions in before the holidays because that can be a tough time for those recovering from substance abuse.

Participants will spend at least a year in the program. Fine said that graduations during the last court were uplifting as participants reunited with family members they’d alienated during their addiction.

Kerri Sigler is representing participants as a pro bono attorney. She’s worked many long months

to see drug court return.

She says it's not a slap on the wrist for offenders, but an attempt to be “smart on crime.”

“The criminal justice system does not need harsher punishments,” she said. “The criminal justice system does not need lighter punishments. The criminal justice system needs smarter sentencing.

Sentencing needs to identify a problem and solve it, and if you do that in your sentencing, you will lower crime because you will have solved the problem that creates it.”

Sigler said, like many at the Hall of Justice, she’s known people who died from overdosing on opi-

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oids. She said they’ve lost a lot of human capital to the epidemic. The scope of the crisis is just starting to be felt, as many children are losing their parents to either death or prison.

Sigler started a nonprofit called Phoenix Rising that’s raised close to $35,000 for the court. The

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City of Winston-Salem has contributed an additional $35,000 and Forsyth County will consider a request for the same amount during its budget deliberations for next fiscal year. If the county contributes the funds, the court will have full funding, which covers specialized

drug testing, incentives and educational services like a searchable database of drug treatment options on Phoenix Rising’s website.

The funding also goes to the court’s coordinator position, which has been filled by Curtis Graham, who does regular checkins with participants and keeps track of their progress. Graham works for Insight Human Services, which will provides services for them, including a food pantry and assistance finding stable housing.

Graham said that the court and resources are there to help people who want to change.

“I think they’re willing to do this, I think they’re open, I think they’re wanting to do this,” he said.

Judge Denise Hartsfield is the substitute judge for the court if Fine is unavailable.

She presided over Juvenile Drug Court until its grant funding ran out last year.

She said that she plans to get local law students involved in mentoring court participants. She hopes the community will get behind the new court and make it a success.

For more information about Phoenix Rising, go to http://www.phoenixrisingws.org/drug-court/.

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Rebecca Troutman makes a presentation on consolidating the Public Health and Social Services department as Sherry Bradsher looks on.

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as other county employees but the State Human Resources Act would be optional for them.

Troutman said this would allow for better coordination of services, while still having a board with expertise in those services to call the shots, instead of handing the responsibility over to the county commissioners.

Currently, Social Services has a five-member board comprised of county commissioners and citizens, while the Public Health board has 12 members from different professions as required by state law, including various types of doctors.

Though some of the positions would be Consolidated, the consolidated board would be similar to the health board with a psychologist, pharmacist, engineer, dentist,

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Earlier this year, the center launched the Hidden No More: STEM Women of Color Tour. The tour consists of five speaking engagements around the state in which women who work in STEM fields will have open discussions with girls from middle schools across the state.

During the tour stop at WSSU, Ann Vaughan Hammond and Peggy Vaughan, the daughter and daughter-in-law of Dorothy Vaughan, talked to students for nearly an hour about the importance of education and pursuing jobs in STEM fields. Next, Dr. Jamila Simpson, assistant dean for academic programs, student diversity and engagement for the College of Sciences at N.C. State University, and Dr. Stephani Page, biochemist/biophysicist in the department of pharmacology at UNC Chapel Hill, held a panel discussion on what it’s like to be a leader in their fields.

When asked what inspired them to enter the field of science, Dr. Page said it was her high school chemistry class that made her fall in love with science. She also stressed the importance of having someone who recognized her interest.

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optometrist, veterinarian, social worker and registered nurse. There’s also a requirement for two physicians that are licensed to practice in the state, one of which must be a psychiatrist. The Social Services side would now require one position each for people with mental illness, developmental disabilities and who are recovering from substance abuse, along with family members of people in all three categories and two other consumers of human services.

Also required is a county commissioner and others from the general public.

The board can have a maximum of 25 members.

Commissioners mainly listened during the lengthy presentation, but Commissioner Everette Witherspoon repeatedly voiced his concerns about the idea. He was weary of a law that was passed by a Republican-majority General Assembly.

Troutman responded she met with opposition from some Republicans when she lobbied for the bill. The majority of “no” votes came from Democrats, though 12 of them did cross party lines to vote for it. Nine Republicans voted against it.

Troutman said the law originated with county commissioners across the state and not with the General Assembly, though Witherspoon noted commissioners tend to be Republicans, too. He said he was concerned that a Human Services director who commissioners took a disliking to could be easily fired.

“What we need is coordination, collaboration, not necessarily consolidation,” said Witherspoon.

Troutman and Bradsher said it was up to the commissioners to decide if consolidation was the best option for Forsyth County.

class and just connecting with the subject and having a teacher who saw me connect with the subject. She helped identify that connection for me," continued Page. "A huge part of me going into science was having people along the way who recognized my skills, who recognized my interest and also, more importantly, encouraged me to be who I am."

Dr. Simpson, who has a degree in meteorology and worked at the UNC Morehead Planetarium before returning to her alma mater, said she was 7 years old when she fell in love with tornadoes and sciences. She said, "I read every book I could get my hands on about tornadoes, and from there I became even more fascinated. I started watching documentaries on meteorologists and decided that's what I wanted to become."

Simpson said although there weren't many meteorologists in her hometown of Statesville, she was determined to reach her goal, which led to her decision to attend N.C. State.

Following the panel discussion, students were allowed to ask a few questions before winter weather cut the tour at WSSU short.

When discussing the

tour and the importance of getting young girls to pursue careers in STEM, Denise Johnson, associate professor and middle grades program coordinator at WSSU, said her department pushed to be a host site for the tour because they already have several programs in place that promote STEM careers.

"We thought this would be a wonderful addition to some of the other programs we have in place." Johnson said.

Since 2008, WSSU has sponsored GEMS (Girls Empowered by Math and Science), a program that includes STEM- based activities throughout the school year and a weeklong summer camp. Johnson, who serves as director of the program, said there needs to be an outward and inward push to get girls to consider and pursue STEM careers.

"I really hope parents and teachers will work to encourage kids to be more exposed to informal learning experiences. Those kinds of programs really help students see the connection between what they’re learning and how it connects to the real world."

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OPINION T H E C H R ON I C LE

DECEMBER 14, 2017

J AMES TAYLOR J R .

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T IMOTHY R AMSEY

TODD LUCK

TEVIN STINSON

S H AY N A S M I T H

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Sports Editor/Religion Senior Reporter

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Our Mission Administrative Assistant

The Chronicle is dedicated to serving the residents of Winston-Salem and Forsyth County by giving voice to the voiceless, speaking truth to power, standing for integrity and encouraging open communication and lively debate throughout the community.

We must remain focused to unite our community

While the national community seems focused on issues that may divide us at times, Winston-Salem and Forsyth County should continue to stay focused on working together on issues that will unite our local community.

In 2017, the Winston-Salem Urban League released the State of Black Winston-Salem report and the Mayor released the State of the Community presentation. The report cards for the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School System were also revealed.

Just as we celebrate our successes, we must learn to embrace our challenges. It is more clear than ever that our community must be deliberate to promote responsible economic development, discourage gentrification, create jobs, provide quality education and combat poverty. In order to truly achieve these goals, our elected offi-

“Winston-Salem is a community that was founded on cooperation.”

cials, community activists and business leaders must work together.

Winston-Salem is a community that was founded on cooperation. In the current state of local politics, it appears more common for activists and officials to fight about issues rather than to cooperate with each other to find solutions. In order to leave a better community for those that will come after us, we must all work together to solve our concerns.

Parents must work cohesively with teachers and school administrators. Neighbors must cooperate with each other and be vigilant in our communities. Activists and officials must work together to advance policies that move our people forward.

We know from history that a community divided against itself will not stand. Winston-Salem is widely known as the City of Arts and Innovation. We should remember to stand on who we are at our core as stated in our motto Urbs Condita Adiuvando (A city founded on cooperation). The future of our community depends on our ability to forge partnerships and to build solidarity.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Truck safety needs to improve to protect cyclists and pedestrians To the Editor:

Eleven percent of all bicyclist fatalities and 7 percent of pedestrian fatalities are the result of accidents involving tractor-trailer trucks. Yet, these trucks only account for about 4 percent of the total vehicles on the road.

Of particular note, during a recent 5-year period, over 1,740 Americans died when their car, motorcycle or bicycle collided with a large truck, and one-third of those deaths were from impacts with the side of the trailer.

These deaths and countless injuries could have been prevented if the trucks had been fitted with side underride guards.

Unlike rear underride guards, side underride guards are not currently required by federal law, however, cities like Boston, New York, and Seattle now mandate that all cityowned trucks and contractor trucks be equipped with side underride guards. Most of the developed world has required these side guards for decades, but the U.S. has been slow to adopt them.

Crumley Roberts supports those

mandates, and has undertaken a campaign to educate municipal governments and hauling companies to install side underride guards on all of their tractor trailers.

We urge everyone to contact their local, state, and federal elected officials, and urge them to require that all tractor trailers be equipped with lifesaving, side underride guards.

To facilitate these reforms, we urge everyone to sign the petition provided in this link: https://crumleyroberts.formstack.com/forms/underride_guard_petition

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provided that.

Instead of working on a bipartisan, long-term funding bill that addresses key priorities, such as funding for Community Health Centers and the Children's Health Insurance Program, House Republicans have wasted a year relitigating health care and trying to score political points.

This is unacceptable and I will not support such a haphazard approach.

U.S. Rep. Alma Adams (NC-12) Washington, D.C.

Adams assails Continuing Appropriations measure To the Editor:

Today’s [Dec. 7] continuing resolution is a slap in the face to my constituents and our state and local governments.

The 12th District deserves greater funding certainty and we should have

Local Christmas events bring joy Algenon Cash

Guest Columnist

The unexpected snow that recently blanketed our community for a weekend previewed the coming winter and Christmas season.

For many, including myself, the holiday season is the most valued time of the year. The cold weather slows us down and the holiday spirit unifies the diverse people located throughout WinstonSalem. I seem to be able to focus more on my friends, blessings and little things in life as I pay less attention to work, my busy schedule or the countless demands on my time.

For example, I’m routinely amazed by the number of people who put up a Christmas tree – I love them! So I often snap

photos of all the wonderful tress that I come across in businesses, at homes, public, anywhere. Then I share my timeless pics online to spread holiday cheer.

Also the number of holiday parties, events and performances this time of the year brings incredible joy to so many lives in the Camel City. Honestly there is no better experience than a carriage ride through the “Festival of Lights” at Tanglewood Park. I’ve been a loyal visitor since the popular light display was revealed 26 years ago and most local residents still rave about the event.

However there are more opportunities to share unique experiences with your family and spend time with your closest friends during the holiday season.

Here are just a few of my favorites: *The Nutcracker is presented annually by the University of North

Carolina School of the Arts and it runs from Dec. 8-17 at the Stevens Center.

This performance is not only great for some weekend family time, but it’s also a fun idea for date night with a spouse or significant other. *The Camel City Jazz Orchestra will host a holiday concert on Thursday, Dec. 21 at the Southeastern Center for Contemporary Arts.

Every year they serve complimentary homemade holiday cookies! *Piedmont Wind Symphony will host internationally renowned jazz vocalist, triple Grammy winner and Tony winner Dee Dee Bridgewater for a holiday concert on Saturday, Dec. 16 at the Reynolds Auditorium. Of course Maestro Matthew Troy will be in the house too! *Every child in the city wants the rare opportunity to meet St. Nick – well you can do so on Saturday, Dec. 16 at Old Salem. Check the visitor’s

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center for details! *Fox 8 host a free holiday concert, featuring music from the WinstonSalem Symphony, for the community at-large every season – this year the special event will be held at LJVM Coliseum on Saturday, Dec. 16 at 7:30 p.m.

This list is a mere sample of all the marvelous events happening around our city throughout the holiday season. If you have not been able to do so, then be sure to visit the community Christmas Tree located at Corpening Plaza – take a pic and spread the holiday cheer.

Algenon Cash is the managing director of Wharton Gladden & Company, an investment banking firm, he is also a national spokesperson for the oil and natural gas industry. Reach him at acash@whartongladden.c om.

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Are we ready to talk?

I am very open about having been raped in 2003, but I talk very little about being sexually assaulted in high school and molested in the eighth grade. I Guest delayed telling an authoriColumnist ty about each incident because I was in shock, embarrassed and seemingly cared more about the perpetrators and the effect on their families than I did about myself.

After the accusations about Charlie Rose became public, I posted a couple questions on Facebook: “Do we believe Clarence Thomas did what Anita Hill said he did yet? Are we ready to talk about the hometown “Charlie Rose” at church, work and school … or do we want to remain in our comfort zones?”

I thought I was ready to talk about sexual assault, the attacks a victim receives if they don’t immediately report the incident and the lack of support in the workplace, particularly from women. I thought I was ready until I was

Micha James

at work last week and read the census I receive each day containing the names of the patients I am supposed to visit. One of those names was the man who molested me in the eighth grade who now has also been diagnosed with prostate cancer (oh the irony).

This is when “stuff got real” and every emotion I have been carrying or suppressing for over 23 years surfaced. I felt anger for each time I was made to feel ashamed of my curves because women called me “fast and only dressing like that to gain attention,” and hurt because there are things I still can’t voice with those who have said to have my back because the conversation turns into them having a “boys will be boys” mentality while justifying the perpetrators' actions.

Standing at my molester’s hospital room door, there I was again putting my feelings aside to do my job of supporting the cancer patient, when what I really wanted to do is detail for him how my sexual curiosity did not surface until he violated me. I wanted to point out to him that Karma seems to have finally found his address. I wanted to ask his wife and daughters, who were also in the room, what he says about men like him? But I had a

Citizens get poor reception from city under cell tower zoning David D. Castro

Guest Columnist

There are few things more frustrating than trying to talk to someone on a mobile phone when the call keeps cutting out, or worse, dropping entirely. And the strain on our wireless infrastructure grows each year, as more people buy the latest smartphones to stay connected and get online.

The only way to ensure that we have good wireless coverage in our homes is to erect more cell towers.

For this reason, at the request of the wireless industry, the [WinstonSalem] City Council voted a few years ago to modify its zoning ordinances so as to allow the construction of transmission towers in residential areas – a practice that was previously prohibited in our city.

On its face, this change appeared to be good. The easier we make it for companies to put up new cell towers, the sooner we get fast and cheap mobile broadband and better coverage. But in its attempt to accelerate the permitting process, the city appears to have given up too much control of the process.

Recently, Communications Tower Group (CTG), one of the largest privately held wireless infrastructure companies, applied for a special use permit to build a 150-foot cell tower at the Twin City Bible Church in Ardmore. The Ardmore neighborhood firmly opposes this development; however, local opposition is given almost no weight under the city’s new rules.

Unlike typical zoning cases where residents can petition their elected officials, the city reviews special use permit for wireless towers using a quasi-judicial procedure set by state law that sharply curtails these democratic processes and makes it exceedingly difficult for residents to have their voices heard.

For example, the council will only consider testimony presented by experts, rather than average citizens.

At the hearing last month, CTG brought in its out-of-town real estate appraiser who testified that the proposed tower would have no impact on property values. Under questioning, the appraiser admitted that he testifies frequently for his clients on this topic and very rarely finds evidence of a harmful impact.

When an Ardmore resident spoke in opposition, noting her concern that constructing the tower across the street from her would adversely affect the value of her home, the council was instructed to disregard her testimony because she had mis-

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job to do. A job I realized I had been performing for years without pay. I had a job of continuing to keep the secret versus outing him even while on his hospital bed.

I ask the question, “Are we ready to talk?” but realize I need to deal with some things before I can continue talking. I will keep talking, however, to support other women and offer them a safe space because as Ann Curry said when asked for her response to Matt Lauer’s firing, “The women’s movement got us into the workplace, but it didn’t make us safe once we got there.”

While we have not heard the last from sexual assault victims, there are many more who will remain silent. For them, I will continue talking because Martin Luther King Jr. said, “Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter” and #VictimsOfSexualAssaultMatter.

Micha James is a graduate of Winston-Salem State University who works as a health care advocate by day and a volunteer in a variety of capacities by night. She can be reached via michalavae@gmail.com

takenly failed to be sworn in.

Silencing opposition appears to be a feature, rather than a bug, of the current permit application process.

Right now, when citizens attempt to stop a new tower from going up in their neighborhood, they quickly discover that the deck is stacked against them. The existing rules simply do not provide residents enough of a voice in deciding whether to permit the construction of wireless transmission towers in residential areas.

Cell towers provide considerable benefits and the city should not halt their construction, but it should ensure that the majority of these towers are placed in areas zoned for commercial activity. Only when there are extenuating circumstances should the city permit these towers in residential areas. The burden of proof should be on the applicants to show that no viable alternatives are available before approving construction of a transmission tower in a residential area.

Unless the city changes its zoning laws, it is too easy for those building these cell towers to tune out local concerns. We need our local leaders to ensure that the wireless companies are serving our citizens, and not the other way around.

Daniel D. Castro is the president of the Ardmore Neighborhood Association.

We must be stronger and more resilient James B. Ewers Jr.

Guest Columnist One of the time-honored expressions that I use is, ‘Tough times don’t last but tough people do.”

In the opinion of many Americans, we are living in some tough times. Now, of course, there are some Americans who believe we are living in the best of times. It is almost like Charles Dickens’ novel, “A Tale of Two Cities.”

Well, I guess the analogy is that we live in a tale of two Americas.

The America I live in has its citizens scrambling for health care. After months of verbal harangue, Congress at best has given us an unsettling path.

Health care seems to be out

of reach for too many Americans.

The Affordable Care Act passed during the Obama administration gave us a plan for implementation.

Was it perfect? No. However it gave us an opportunity to be seen by a doctor and to go to a hospital.

The America I live in is being looked at with a very critical eye when it comes to our foreign policy.

Many Americans and world leaders are questioning Mr. T’s [President Donald Trump] decision on Jerusalem. We will have to wait on the fallout and ramifications, if any.

The state of Alabama is being watched for all the wrong reasons. Of course, it has a championship football team, but it is losing its moral compass. Roy Moore, who has strong child molestation allegations against him, still admits to no wrongdoing. I believe Moore had a taste of bad drinking water and

it has made him lose his mind.

Maybe we can say the same thing about a lot of Americans now. They have simply lost their way and their ability to think has been compromised. In too many circles now, reasoning and civility have become optional and not mandatory. Parts of our country are now officially mixed up.

Men who we held in high esteem have been lowered to the hall of shame. John Conyers, longtime congressman from Michigan, stepped away from his seat amid a sexual scandal. [U.S. Sen.] Al Franken in his resignation speech from Congress chided both Mr. T. and Roy Moore.

While some thought it was clever, I did not. If you had kept your hands to yourself (my mama’s expression), you would not have had to make that speech.

Where we find ourselves today all started in

November 2016. The impossible was made possible. Why? Because we didn’t think a man who was heard on tape disrespecting women could possibly become the president of the United States of America. In addition, just think about the number of women who came out against him accusing him of sexual misconduct.

So, with that said, many of us stayed at home on Election Day and didn’t vote. We thought our neighbors voted so that made up for us not voting.

Well, our neighbors didn’t vote because they thought we would vote. Thus, nobody voted! So, here we are near Christmas 2017 in pain and in shame.

How are we operating in America now? It seems wrong is right and evil is good. You see some of the president’s men cracking under the pressure. Some are now in the crosshairs of

the FBI. Some are going to jail, albeit a federal prison, but jail nonetheless.

Michael Flynn, former National Security Advisor, has entered a guilty plea for lying to the authorities.

He says he will cooperate fully with the FBI. Flynn will probably cooperate with anybody if it will save him from going to jail.

As we know, Mr. T’s group has an addiction to everything Russian. It is now clear that the Russians at some level interfered with the most recent election. It is my opinion that in the near future all of the sordid facts will be disclosed.

Mr. T. Jr. has testified before Congress and a member of Congress said that he has selective amnesia about the facts. All of these men including his son-in-law, Jared Kushner will take a fall soon. In some ways they will be

like Humpty Dumpty.

They will not be saved.

We who believe in right before wrong and good before evil must hold on. It is a bit dark now but a brighter day is coming.

As believers, we know who is in charge and he doesn’t reside at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue.

Like Curtis Mayfield and the Impressions singing group sang, keep on pushing, I can’t stop now. Move up a little higher, some way some how.

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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Jemi Moore is owner of Off the Beaten Path Coffee and Beverage Café located on West Third Street.

Off the Beaten Path is located at West Third Street next to Meta’s West Third restaurant.

New coffee shop looks to serve more than coffee

Cristen Speas-Watson, left, owner of Two Girls Sweet Treats, chats with a customer and a co-worker at Off the Beaten Path Coffee and Beverage Café on Thursday, Dec. 7.

Photos by Tevin Stinson

By Tevin STinSon The ChroniCle

Tucked away on West Third Street near the old courthouse, there is a new coffee shop that is looking to serve more than just coffee and espressos.

Statistics show African-American women own 14 percent of all businesses in the U.S., which tallies to about 1.3 million jobs. earlier this year, Jemi Moore added to that number when she opened off the Beaten Path Coffee and Beverage Cafe. Moore who was born and raised here in Winston-Salem said along with serving some of the best coffee in the city, off the Beaten Path will also serve as a learning hub for other African-American women looking to own their own businesses.

"Me and my business partner Cristen Speas-Watson have been talking about hosting events that focus on empowering women in the city, which will begin in

January," Moore said.

Moore's business partner, Cristen Speas-Watson, owns and operates Two Girls Sweet Treats, which provides all the pastries and other homemade goods inside the cafe. Moore said, "We want to get with the 18- to 25year-old women in the community who really don't have a lot of direction but have a lot of talent to let them know they can achieve their goals."

After learning the ropes of the business while working at a cafe while in college at UnC Greensboro and Krispy Kreme, Moore's journey to owning her own cafe started last summer. She said after months of looking for a place to renovate on new year's Day, they were contacted about a vacant storefront business that had been used as a coffee shop in the past.

"A voice told me stop looking for a spot; you have to set up to be a coffee shop, and a week later we found this place. We called and the rest is history," Moore smiled.

Since opening in october, off the Beaten Path has already made its presence known in the community.

During the week of Thanksgiving, Moore and her staff fed those in need at the cafe and earlier this week, City Council Member Denise “D.D.” Adams, who is running for n.C.'s 5th Congressional District, held a meet and greet at the cafe.

When asked what sets off the Beaten Path apart from other coffee shops or cafes in the area, Moore said, “this is not just about a business.”

“Doing things that connect us to the community is what we're really about. i'm a God-fearing woman, so everything i do i do it with passion and with my love for Christ. he didn't bless us with this spot just to collect revenue. i have to give back." off the Beaten Path is located at 102 West Third Street next to Meta’s West Third restaurant. Cafe hours are Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

SPORTSWEEK

Timothy Ramsey

Sports Columnist

The drama in Gotham is far from over

For the first time since week 10 of his rookie year, someone other than Eli Manning made a start under center for the New York Giants. NFL veteran Geno Smith made the start for the G-men, ending a streak of 210 consecutive starts by Manning.

Manning's streak was the second longest in NFL history behind Brett Favre (297). Ben McAdoo, former Giants head coach, made the shocking announcement that Manning would sit the Tuesday before their game against Oakland Raiders.

According to McAdoo the benching of Manning was for the coaching staff to get an in game evaluation of Smith and rookie quarterback Davis Webb.

The Giants are a disappointing 2-9 on the season after finishing 11-5 last season while also earning a playoff berth. They now join the Cleveland Browns and the San Francisco 49ers as the only teams to be mathematically eliminated from playoff contention heading into week 13.

That decision from McAdoo seemed to be the icing on the cake leading to his firing along with general manager Jerry Reese a week after the benching of Manning. Throughout the season there have been rumors swirling about the job security of McAdoo and Reese, so this seemed to be a move that was destined to happen sooner or later.

Following the announcement being made public, Manning seemed to fight back tears as he took questions from the media in the team locker room.

He said McAdoo gave him an opportunity to start the game but would be pulled later for Smith or Webb.

Manning declined that option, saying it was not fair to start just for the sake of the streak.

It is hard to fathom that all of the Giants front office and ownership was on board with the decision to bench Manning. After all, he is a two-time Super Bowl MVP and the best quarterback the franchise has ever had. To bench him for a look at two quarterbacks who are obviously not as good as Manning was a bit perplexing, in my opinion.

Not to discredit the abilities of Webb or Smith but for one, Webb is a rookie quarterback with no regular season playing experience while Smith had a much maligned career playing for the New York Jets from 2013-16.

I'm sorry but there is no way you can tell me either one of those quarterbacks is better than Manning or even deserve a look, since he still has something left in the tank.

To play devil's advocate, I understand with the season being essentially over, coupled with Manning being 36 years See Ramsey on B2

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All-County JV Football Team returns

The Chronicle staff would like to congratulate the Forsyth County Schools on a well-played junior varsity football season from all teams.

We felt it was time to bring back the All-County football team to honor the young men for their tremendous effort on the field of play. To select the following members of the first, second and honorable mention teams,

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ballots were sent to all JV head coaches from around the county to vote for each position to make the selections totally objective (meaning all selections were made by coaches). Once the ballots that were filled out were received, the votes were tallied and the selections are as follows.

Offensive and defensive players of the Year

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Sales

ALL COUNTY JV FOOTBALL TEAM AND PLAYERS OF THE YEAR

Offense

Lyles QB

Murphy RB

Smith RB

Wilson LT

Cowen LG

Andersen C

Hunter RG

Kelly RT

Zertuche TE

Roberts WR

Napper OLB

Offense

Defense

Woods WR

Yates CB

Jackson DE

Johnson DT

Simpson DT

Ritzie DE

Sales MLB

Thomas OLB

Fenner CB

PatinoFS

Allsbrooke-Miller SS

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Offense

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All-County JV Football First Team and Players of the Year (offense and defense)

Quarterback- Ty'shaun Lyles, Freshman, East Forsyth Running Back- Trevon Murphy, Sophomore, RJ Reynolds Running Back- Robbin Smith, Sophomore, East Forsyth Left Tackle-Jared Wilson, Freshman, West Forsyth Left Guard- Duwaun Cowen, Sophomore, Mount Tabor Center- Hunter Andresen, Sophomore, West Forsyth Right Guard- Jaden Hunter, Junior, Glenn Right Tackle- Sabion Kelly, Sophomore, Mount Tabor Tight End- Jordan Zertuche, Sophomore, Mount Tabor Wide Receiver- Tahzae Woods, Freshman, Reagan Wide Receiver- Rahkem Roberts, Sophomore, Mount Tabor

Defense

Defensive End- Torrian Jackson, Sophomore, East Forsyth Defensive Tackle- Thomaz Johnson, Sophomore, East Forsyth Defensive Tackle- Lance Simpson, Mount Tabor Defensive End- Jahvaree Ritzie, Freshman, Glenn Outside Linebacker- Daniel Napper, Sophomore, Glenn Middle Linebacker- Lee Sales, Sophomore, Mount Tabor Outside Linebacker- Elijah Thomas, Sophomore, East Forsyth Cornerback- Mekhi Fenner, Sophomore, Glenn Cornerback- Antonio Yates, Freshman, RJ Reynolds Free Safety- Sincere Patino, Sophomore, East Forsyth Strong Safety- Davieyon Allsbrooke-Miller, Sophomore Glenn

Quarterback- Tyress McIntyre, Mt. Tabor Running Back- Kenyon Sanders, Glenn Running Back- Brian McIntyre, Mt. Tabor Left Tackle- Jalen Lindsay, East Forsyth Left Guard- Andrew Jones, Reagan Center- D.J. Mensh, RJ Reynolds Right Guard- Tyler Aikers, East Forsyth Right Tackle- Caleb Markland, Glenn Tight End- Brennon Conway, East Forsyth

Wide Receiver- Jamison Warren, East Forsyth Wide Receiver- Jaylin Elliot, Parkland

Defense

Defensive End- Jeremiah Howard, North Forsyth Defensive Tackle- J.C. Greiner, West Forsyth Defensive Tackle- Keon Lowdness, Parkland Defensive End- Isiah Reid, Reagan Outside Linebacker- Quise Benton, RJ Reynolds Middle Linebacker- Jamari Slade, RJ Reynolds Outside Linebacker- Liam Patterson, West Forsyth

All-County JV Football Honorable Mention Team

Offense

Defense

Quarterback- Caden Davis, RJ Reynolds and William CraigB lakely, Reagan (tie) Running Back- Nasion Johnson, West Forsyth Running Back- Jerrod Sellars, Walkertown Left Tackle- Brandon Newsome, Glenn Left Guard- Bryan Hairston, Atkins Center- Darin James, East Forsyth Right Guard- Jack Jordan, RJ Reynolds Right Tackle- Keon Davis, Parkland Tight End- Walter Khulenkamp, West Forsyth Wide Receiver- Antonio Yates, RJ Reynolds Wide Receiver- Markell Lloyd, Parkland

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Defensive End- Jemel Craig-Blakely, Reagan Defensive Tackle- Brandon Newson, Glenn Defensive Tackle- Gavin Kingsbury, Glenn Defensive End- Jaylin Hook, Parkland Outside Linebacker- Max U'Ren, Mount Tabor Middle Linebacker- Jake Hill, West Forsyth Outside Linebacker-Shyvez Samuels North Forsyth Cornerback- Jalen Douglas, Walkertown Cornerback- Travon Bethea, RJ Reynolds Free Safety- Jackson North, West Forsyth Strong Safety- C.J. Cotton, Reagan Special Teams

Kicker- Jackie Gigliotti, Reagan

old, the need to evaluate the talent they have at the quarterback position. I don't think this was the best way to go about that.

In the wake of the firing of McAdoo and Reese, Manning was once again named starter for the Giants by interim head coach Steve Spagnuolo. Smith will be the backup while Webb will serve as the No. 3 quarterback.

Giants co-owner John Mara was on board with evaluating the other talent at quarterback. He even went to McAdoo and Reese weeks before the benching to discuss the issue but says he was not happy with the plan or the way the benching of Manning was handled.

Mara insisted that the move to bench Manning was not the end of his career as a Giant. He said he feels Manning can still win in the NFL and hopes it is with New York. It is still unclear whether there is a plan to work in Smith or Webb as the season comes to a close but as for right now Manning has his job back.

Manning's career is not over in my opinion, though. He has never been one of the upper echelon quarterbacks in the NFL but as shown by his two Super Bowl victories, when surrounded by the right talent

on offense along with having a solid defensive unit, he can win. If not for a host of injuries to star offensive players this year, this entire saga may not have taken place at all and this conversation would be mute.

The Giants are in line to have one of the top picks in next year’s draft. With the quarterback position projected to be the deepest it has been in years, it is logical to assume the Giants will take one to either learn from Manning as a backup or take the helm as a rookie.

If Manning does leave New York there are a few teams off the top of my head that could immediately use Manning's services due to the surrounding pieces they have in place. The Jacksonville Jaguars, Buffalo Bills, Miami Dolphins and maybe the Denver Broncos would all be happy to have a quarterback of Manning's caliber on their roster.

It will certainly be interesting to see how this drama unfolds behind closed doors versus how it is portrayed in the media. I'm certain Manning has extra motivation to prove he can still play in this league whether with the Giants or another team next season. Hopefully for all football fans, Giant management gives Manning a mulligan so he can start next season with a clean slate with a full compliment of healthy players and evaluate him then.

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BFK Basketball Classic growing

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By Tevin STinSon THe CHRoniCle

Since 2014, the Branded For Knowledge (BFK) Basketball Classic has given local ninth-graders a venue to showcase their talents on the court. This year the tournament was bigger and better than ever as teams were split into two different brackets.

Teams competing for the championship trophy and bragging rights this year included: Glenn, east Forsyth, Atkins, RJ Reynolds, Reagan, West Forsyth, Davie County, mount Tabor, Parkland, north Forsyth, Carver, Winston-Salem Prep, the n.C. leadership Academy (nClA), South iredell, northwest Guilford, Page, and Piedmont Classical Academy. in the final round of the Branded bracket the Demons of R.J. Reynolds held off the Titans of West Forsyth to take the 47-35 victory and their second consecutive BFK title. in 2016 the Demons defeated mount Tabor in the championship game.

Although the Demons got the win, the Titans did not go down easy. With less than three minutes left in the game, West cut the lead to eight points but the smoth-

ering Demons full court press proved to be too much. in the final three minutes of the game, the Titans turned the ball over several times, which led to easy buckets on the other end.

Around the same time the Demons were putting the finishing touches on West at Glenn, across town at Atkins located on old Greensboro Road. Piedmont Classical Academy earned the victory over Reagan in the Knowledge bracket.

Third place teams were northwest Guilford and South iredell. northwest defeated mount Tabor in their matchup for third place in the Branded bracket and South iredell beat north Forsyth in the Knowledge bracket.

Before presenting teams with trophies following the final round of games on Wednesday Dec. 6 Bobby Kimbrough Jr., BFK founder thanked everyone who made the event possible. BFK chief operations officer and liaison for the tournament Denise A. Smith said the growth of the tournament has been tremendous over the years. She said as the word continues to spread throughout the Triad area the tournament will continue to grow.

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Friends and family honor Ben Piggott

Ben Piggott embraces a friend as he enters his surprise retirement party last Saturday night, Dec. 9.

Photo by Timothy Ramsey

By TimoTHy RAmSey THe CHRoniCle

Ben Piggott, former senior supervisor of the Carl H. Russell Sr. Community Center, retired from the Winston-Salem Recreation and Parks Department on nov. 30. A celebration was held in his honor at the enterprise Center, 1922 S. martin luther King Jr. Drive on Dec. 9 to honor his dedication to the city.

Family, friends, former co-workers and fraternity brothers filled the room to pay their respects to Piggott. The crowd arrived early and surprised Piggott as he was escorted into the venue to enjoy the festivities. “man, i was surprised, blown away and i was amazed,” Piggott said. “i felt blessed because i really appreciate the faces i saw because a lot of those faces were with me during my years with the city.” “many of those people that i saw in that room were with me during the time i dealt with children. it was good to have people there that naturally care about you. i appreciate the brothers of Phi Beta Sigma for helping to put this together.”

Reginald mcCaskill, special event coordinator for the Delta Sigma chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity inc., said it was an honor to be a part of the planning for Piggott because of the impact he has made on the city. “over the years, he has been a mentor and stronghold for youth and young adults throughout the city of Winston-Salem and he will surely be missed,” mcCaskill said.

“His shoes will be hard to fill as far as what he provided, and that is something he was born with, which is his

spirit of giving and giving back to the community.”

Daniel Crudup, president of the Delta Sigma chapter, added, “Brother Ben has been a staple in the community, mentoring kids and letting them know that they can achieve their goals and dreams. He has definitely represented our chapter very well with the works he has done, so this is the least we could do to thank him for everything he has done.”

After the initial surprise of the moment, Piggott gave his thanks to all of those in attendance.

Following the greetings, everyone sat down to fellowship while enjoying a bite to eat. individuals then gave their heartfelt warm wishes to Piggott as they reminisced about their experiences with him.

“Ben Piggott has been a role model for a lot of young people who don't have a father figure and a brother to others,” said Shawn Hawkins, member of the Delta Sigma chapter of Phi Beta Sigma. “i am just glad to have this opportunity to put this together for him because it wouldn't be right if we didn't.”

An emotional Piggott then went around the room and individually thanked everyone who came to celebrate him. He says he appreciates all of the people coming out to share their stories. He felt the night was not all about him but instead “elevates God and shows His greatness.” “i didn't know that it was that kind of love people had for me,” said Piggott. “my heart got heavy and i was trying to hold back tears and i am very humbled, and i give God the praise.”

Piggott pledged that he will continue to be a pres-

ence at the Carl H. Russell Sr. Center by continuing to lead the Sittercise class along with coming back for his special programs such as the Peace Toys for War Toys and Bingo for Turkeys. He says he will also take time to enjoy things he has wanted to do for years. “one of the things i would like to do is to visit the Gullah islands because that was the beginning of a lot of our people when they were shipped from Africa,” he said. “i want to go there and then come back and also get a little relaxation as well.”

Steve Grimes is one of Piggott's long time friends.

He flew in from the state of Texas just to participate in the celebration.

He pledged his commitment to Peace Toys for War toys by using his connections to have dozens of toys donated to the cause.

“Ben is the type of person that helps you become a better person yourself,” Grimes said. “What he does in the community motivates you to do things.

We have become friends because of these children out here in need and with that said, if you can save one kid, he will be an example for others to follow.” “i don't think he will exactly retire. He will be stronger than he has ever been. We are going to continue this fight and i love that brother with all my heart and i see that everyone here does as well.”

The evening closed with special presentations and gifts presented to Piggott. He was at a loss for words because he says “this was totally unexpected, but i am grateful for this experience.”

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Members of Piedmont Classical Academy pose for a picture after capturing the title of the Knowledge bracket during the 2017 Branded For Knowledge Basketball Classic last week.

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wanting to participate has been one of the greatest joys of the tournament for me.

From the beginning to now the support has been great,” said Smith. “each year the teams come out ready to play and in my opinion the competition gets better every year.”

Along with hosting the annual basketball tournament BFK helps local athletes pursue their education after high school.

each year BFK gives a $1,000 scholarship to a deserving student in the area. The BFK also sponsors youth mentoring academies, public speaking engagements, and personal development training.

For more information about BFK or the annual Basketball Classic visit the Branded For Knowledge inc. Facebook page.

Members of the Reynolds High School ninth grade basketball team take a photo after winning their second straight Branded For Knowledge Basketball Classic championship. They won in the Branded bracket.

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Hanes Hosiery still feels presence of Art Blevins

Coach Art Blevins and kids and parents are shown at a Wake Forest basketball game.

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By TimoTHy RAmSey THe CHRoniCle

Former Hanes Hosiery Community Center Supervisor Art Blevins has been retired for six months.

That has not stopped him from keeping in touch with many of his kids or their parents from the neighborhood. Recently, Blevins took 42 kids and parents to a Wake Forest game at the lawrence Joel Coliseum for some fun.

Thanks to many of Blevins' special friends and connections, he has taken the families to all of the Wake Forest home football games. Thus far in the basketball season he has taken the families to five of the Demon Deacons basketball games. “it takes a community to raise a child, and i have been blessed with wonderful friends that help me take care of my kids,” said Blevins. “even after i have retired, this still means a lot.”

According to Blevins, he misses his work at “The Hosiery” but doing special events with his kids every other weekend means a lot.

He says seeing them and their parents makes the transition that much easier. “i've been blessed over

the years and will always continue to give back and try to take care of as may kids as i can,” Blevins continued.

Blevins says he and his wife, Ruth Anne, will also provide Christmas gifts again this year for three families from the neighborhood at the community center. They also provided meals for families during Thanksgiving from the center as well.

As far as retirement goes, Blevins is beginning to get used to it. He says he keeps busy by taking his mom out, helping his wife, seeing his daughter Kayla more often and taking his kids to ballgames on the weekends.

Blevins credits and gives thanks to the “Good lord” and special friends such as; Randy norris, Jon Hoban, Bethany Davoll, Jack Green, Willie Hawkins, Charlie Griggs, nick Jamison, Ron Wellman, Julie Griffin and Claudette and Joel Weston for all of their support and help throughout the years as well as during his retirement.

Blevins has also spent time with other recent retirees from the WinstonSalem Recreation and Parks Department such as

Ben Piggott and Brian manns. Piggott says the time he has been able to spend with the “other legends” has been a blessing.

“We just sat and talked about how the times have changed and how our mission was to help the community,” Piggott said of his conversations with Blevins and manns. “it is amazing because we were walking in the mall with Art's mom and we were stopped and spoken to by so many people. it just makes us feel so appreciated.” manns added, “Retirement has been great.

We are all smiles right about now. This has been wonderful to see the impact Art continues to have on the kids.”

Blevins says he looks forward to seeing the kids when he returns to the community center. For him even though he is retired, this is what he feels he needs to do. He feels this is definitely not an ending but a new beginning. “i have already had several job offers, but i am going to wait and enjoy retirement a little while longer,” Blevins said of his future.

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Community Briefs DECEMBER 14, 2017

15 districts and charter schools share $400,000 in coding grants RALEIGH — The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction has awarded WinstonSalem/Forsyth Schools a $28,000 Coding and Mobile App Development Grant. This is an excellent opportunity for students to acquire skills that position them for jobs in the workforce today and in the future. In May, HB 534 (=S540) Computer Coding Course Elective, introduced by Rep. Edward Hanes Jr., passed in the House, and was sent to the Senate. The companion Senate version of the bill, SB 540, introduced by Senator Paul Lowe, was last referred to the Committee on Rules and Operations of the Senate. “By 2018 over half of all STEM jobs are projected to be in computer science related jobs,” noted Hanes. “North Carolina currently has over 16,000 open computing jobs, with national salary averages of $104k in some of these related fields.

That’s why we did the interactive coding day sponsored by Apple at Carver High School earlier this year. That was a great hands-on opportunity, one that we hope this grant will allow more students in Winston Salem to experience.” Hanes and Sen. Lowe strongly support additional legislative efforts to offer courses in computer programming and coding as elective courses for middle and high school students. This legislation will be presented during the upcoming sessions of the General Assembly.

Rep. Alma S. Adams awarded honorary degree from N.C. A&T University GREENSBORO — U.S. Rep. Alma S. Adams (NC-12), founder and co-chair of the Bipartisan Congressional Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Caucus, was awarded an honorary degree from her alma mater, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (NC A&T), at their December graduation.

Rep. Adams earned her bachelors and masters degrees from N.C. A&T and credits her time there as the turning point in her education, preparing her to earn a doctorate degree from The Ohio State University and pursue a forty year career in teaching at Bennett College.

Foundation awards $50,000 infrastructure grant to W-S Urban League On Dec. 7, Winston-Salem Urban League (WSUL) installed phase one of a state of the art HVAC system. The system was made possible by The Cannon Foundation. On Sept. 5, The Cannon Foundation Board of Directors approved a $50,000.00 grant to WSUL for HVAC Upgrades.

WSUL approached the foundation in June 2017 after years of searing hot summers and ice cold winters threatened WSUL’s program performance. WSUL’s two locations have a total of seven HVAC units, the oldest of which is more than 40 years old. Over the course of the last decade, every unit has partially or fully failed. The HVAC system is being installed by All About Care Heating & Air. All About Care Heating & Air was the successful bidder, having responded to a public bid process led by WSUL’s Board of Director’s Property Committee chaired by architect Jimmy Norwood Jr. and Tim Bell, director of Property Management & Operations for Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. The total project cost is $67,390.00. Under the grant agreement, WSUL through other funding partnerships and earned income will cover the remaining $17,390. The Winston-Salem Urban League empowers and advocates for African Americans and other disenfranchised communities, and promotes socioeconomic progress and parity through education, training, and civic engagement.

IFB Solutions’ former executive chairman Dan Boucher receives national award Dan Boucher, who retired earlier this year as executive chairman of IFB Solutions, received the 2017 Robert B. Irwin Award from National Industries for the Blind (NIB) in recognition of his nearly 50 years of service creating employment opportunities for people who are blind or visually impaired. The award is the highest honor given by NIB, the nation’s largest employment resource for people who are blind. Prior to joining IFB Solutions in 1996 as president and CEO, Boucher was Vice President of Marketing for NIB where he began working in 1969. During his tenure at NIB, Boucher helped grow business and employment opportunities for NIB’s nationwide network of associated agencies. He launched NIB’s writing instruments program with Boucher the SKILCRAFT® U.S. Government pen and the office products line which opened new avenues for agencies to produce additional items and create jobs.

With Boucher’s guidance, IFB built an enduring reputation as a quality, on-time supplier. Today, IFB’s optical team produces nearly 1,200 pairs of eyeglasses per day and employs more than 50 individuals who are blind.

In 2007, when Boucher transitioned to executive chairman and David Horton became president and CEO, IFB had $80 million in sales and gaining national recognition as the largest employer of people who are blind or visually impaired in the United States. At the close of its most recent 2017 fiscal year, IFB had more than 460 employees who are blind or visually impaired and tallied $140 million in sales.

Scott Kasper earns AIA designation Walter Robbs Callahan & Pierce Architects, PA (Walter Robbs), announces Scott Kasper, AIA, LEED AP BD+C has successfully completed the state licensure requirements and is now registered to practice architecture in the state of North Carolina.

His member status within the national professional organization, The American Institute of Architects, has been upgraded to AIA. Scott holds an architectural degree from Boston Architectural College, and has been employed at Walter Robbs since 2014.

Community Calendar T H E C H R ON I C LE

Today, Dec. 14 – Youth Chorus Auditions The Winston-Salem Youth Chorus, endorsed by the mayor as the Premier youth chorus and Ambassadors of the city, invites children 3rd – 12th grade to audition for the Winter/Spring Season, which begins on Jan 4.

Auditions will be held on Thursday, Dec. 14. For more information and to schedule your audition time, please go to www.wsyouthchorus.org or contact our office at 336-703-0001.

Today, Dec. 14 – Open House Mayor Allen Joines and members of the City Council will celebrate the opening of the new Fire Station No. 8 with a “hose uncoupling” ceremony and open house on Thursday, Dec. 14. The ceremony will be held at 10:30 a.m. at 2457 Reynolda Road.

Today, Dec. 14 – Writer’s Group Join the Carver School Road Branch Library’s Creative Writing Group for their first “ekphrasis” event. We will look at the artwork by a local artist (who will be revealed at the end of the session) and let it inspire us to write.

This event will be held on Thursday, Dec. 14, 11 a.m.

- 12:30 p.m. at the Carver School Road Branch Library, 4915 Lansing Drive. It is free and open to the public. For beginner and experienced writers.

Come and be inspired. For questions or more information call 336-703-2910.

Dec. 15-17 – Holiday Play The Little Theatre of Winston- Salem, 610 Coliseum Drive, presents “It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play” on Dec. 15-17. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. and a Sunday matinee at 2 p.m. For more information, visit w w w. t h e l i t t l e t h e a t r e ofws.org Dec. 16– Holiday Concert The Piedmont Wind Symphony (PWS), under the direction of Music Director & Conductor, Maestro Matthew Troy; will present Happy Holidays with Dee Dee Bridgewater, on Saturday, Dec. 16 at 7:30 p.m. The performance will take place in Reynolds Auditorium located at 301 Hawthorne Road NW, Winston-Salem. Single tickets to Happy Holidays with Dee Dee Bridgewater range from $35–$75. To purchase tickets and to see ticket packages, visit www.piedmontwindsymphony.com/tickets.

Dec. 16 – Open House SHARE Cooperative of Winston-Salem, will have an open house on Dec. 16 from 2-5 p.m.

SHARE Cooperative is located at 603 Peters Creek Parkway, WinstonSalem. Drop in and find out about membership in SHARE Cooperative and the Harvest Market, a cooperative food market.

Bring a non-perishable food item to donate to Second Harvest Food Bank.

Dec. 16 – WreathLaying Ceremony The North Carolina Wing Civil Air Patrol (The NCLA Cadet Squadron, Guilford Composite Squadron and the Winston Salem Composite

Squadron) will conduct the Wreaths Across America wreath-laying ceremony at Triad Park’s Carolina Field of Honor on Saturday, Dec. 16 at noon.

For more information please contact: Shelley J. Gonzales, Lt Col, Civil Air Patrol sjgonzales@ncwgcap.org or 813-833-4407.

Dec. 16 – Alumni Meet and Greet (Rescheduled) Johnson C. Smith University Winston-Salem Alumni Chapter will host its Holiday Meet and Greet on Dec. 16, at Southside Library on Academy Street starting at 1:15 p.m.

All Alumni, Friends and Families are invited.

Contact Chapter President Ken Griffin, for further information at 336-2833709.

Dec. 16 – Peace Toys The Peace Toys for War Toys Exchange Program will be held from noon to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 16, at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Annex, 414 Deacon Blvd., WinstonSalem. It was created to transform the minds of children from violent activities into peaceful ones. Peace toys will continue to be collected up until the distribution date on Dec. 16 at Carl H Russell Sr. Community Center, 3521 Carver School Road. The center’s phone number is 336-7272580.

Dec. 17 – “A Dickens of a Year” Bookmarks invites the community to join us as we celebrate the end of our 13th year with extended hours and programming on Sunday, Dec. 17 from noon to 8 p.m. at 634 West Fourth Street #110 in Winston-Salem.

Throughout the day, there will be a silent auction and raffle, which will include items donated by friends of Bookmarks and local businesses. Visit bookmarksnc.org for more information.

Dec. 19 – Toy Drive Anita “Boss Lady” Dean-Arnette presents the annual toy drive held at the WPOL radio station, 4405 Providence Lane in Winston Salem, on Dec. 19 from 10 a.m. -1 p.m.

For more information, contact Anita “Boss Lady” Dean-Arnette at 336-4802039.

Dec. 20 – Concert Series Old Salem Museums & Gardens is presenting a series of free concerts featuring regional organists performing on the Tannenberg Organ on three Wednesdays in Dec. 6, 13 & 20. The concerts will take place from 12 to 12:30 p.m. in the James A. Gray, Jr. Auditorium in the Old Salem Visitor Center, located at 900 Old Salem Road in Winston-Salem.

For more information, visit oldsalem.org or call 336-721-7350.

Dec. 20 – Veterans Information Seminar DAV (Disabled American Veterans) will present a veterans information seminar from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 20 at the DAV Robert G. Tate Chapter #9, 111 Miller St., Winston-Salem. Like all DAV services, this seminar is free to all veterans and members of their families.

For further information regarding this event,

please contact NSO Michele L. Colpaert at 336-631-5481.

Dec. 21 – Santa Appearance The Winston-Salem Police Departments will host a Santa appearance on Dec. 21 at the BB&T Ballpark, Flow Club Room, 951 Ballpark Way. The event will take place from 5-7 p.m.

Dec. 21 – Christmas for the City Christmas for the City 2017 will be Thursday, Dec. 21, 4-9 p.m. at the Benton Convention Center, 301 W Fifth St., Winston-Salem.

The vision for Christmas for the City is to create a meaningful Christmas experience for the whole community by incorporating all of the arts: drama, dance, music, literature, painting, drawing and more; celebrating the diversity of our community: people across all generational, ethnic and socioeconomic groups plan the event, participate and attend; and honoring those at work in our city: the nonprofit organizations and ministries that work tirelessly all year long are highlighted and served. To find out how to get involved, go to the Volunteer Opportunities tab on the website http://www.christmasforthecity.com/.

Now -Dec. 17 – “Nutcracker” University of North Carolina School of the Arts’ (UNCSA) highly anticipated holiday production of “The Nutcracker.” Presented this year by Wells Fargo, “The Nutcracker” will be performed at the Stevens Center in downtown Winston-Salem for 10 performances. The remaining schedule for the production is: Dec. 14-16 at 7:30 p.m.; and Dec. 16 and 17 at 2 p.m. Tickets are available at the Stevens Center box office, by phone at 336-721-1945, or online at uncsa.edu/nutcracker.

NowDec. 17– Christmas production The Theatre Alliance presents “A Tuna Christmas.” Showings will be held at the WinstonSalem Theatre Alliance, 1047 Northwest Blvd.

Tickets range from $1618. See more information at http://www.wstheatrealliance.org/site/destinedour-34th-season-20172018/. Show dates and times left are: Thursday Dec. 14 at 8 p.m.; Friday Dec, 15 at 8 p.m.; Saturday Dec. 16 at 8 p.m.; Sunday Dec. 17 at 2 p.m.

Now-Dec. 20 – Fundraiser Deck the Halls, Sawtooth School for Visual Art’s largest fundraiser, will take place Dec. 1–20 upstairs in the Milton Rhodes Center for the Arts at 251 N. Spruce St., downtown WinstonSalem. Entry is free of charge and features a unique variety of work from more than 80 local and regional artists and craftsmen. Hours are Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturdays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sundays 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information visit www.sawtooth.org/deck.

Now - Dec. 22 – Christmas Celebration This holiday season, step back in time — to

1917 to be exact — with a visit to Reynolda House, which is celebrating its centennial. The museum once again will host beloved seasonal events, including house tours, performances, and family activities. For this special Centennial Year, something new has been added to the calendar: Caroling Fridays. There are also travel packages for out-oftowners that will make a visit to Reynolda a memorable holiday excursion.

Tickets for events are on sale now. Full details and ticket information are on the museum’s calendar at reynoldahouse.org/holidays.

Now- Dec. 23 – Candlelight Tours Tickets are on sale now for Old Salem Museums & Gardens’ popular holiday Candlelight Tours, which began Friday, Nov. 17 and occur periodically through Dec. 23 with multiple tour times on tour nights.

Tickets are $50 per person (includes a take-home replica of the lamb made

by Old Salem potters).

Space is limited to 15 guests per gathering, and pre-registration is required. Call 1-800-4415305 to reserve a spot.

Now - Dec. 28 – 2017 Winterfest Music Carolina has announced their WinterFest schedule that includes the ever-popular “Swingle Bells,” “A Charlie Brown Christmas,” and “Peter and the Wolf.” The Music Carolina 2017 WinterFest runs Dec. 4 through Dec. 28. Ticket prices range from $8 for students and children to $23 for adults.

For more information, a comprehensive schedule, or to purchase tickets, visit www.musiccarolina.org.

Now - Dec. 31— Applications Accepted Forsyth Technical Community College announces the next application deadline for the Small Business Launch Challenge. Applications will be accepted through Dec. 31 for new business startups. This will be for the next session beginning Feb. 1 through mid-May. Applications are available at the Forsyth Technical Community College, www.forsythtech.edu.

Now - Jan. 1 — Festival of Lights The 26th annual Festival of Lights at Tanglewood Park runs through Monday, Jan. 1, 2018. The show’s operating hours are 6-11 p.m. nightly, with the exception of Dec. 31 when Festival of Lights closes at 10 p.m.

For more information, please visit our website at http://www.forsyth.cc/Par ks/Tanglewood/fol/ or call 336-703-6481.

Now - Jan. 6 – Victorian Christmas Körner’s Folly, 413 S Main St, will be decorated from head to toe in Victorian Christmas décor through Jan. 6, 2018.

Public hours are Wednesdays through Saturdays, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sundays, 1-5 p.m. with the last tour tickets being sold one hour prior to closing each day (at 4p.m). Be sure to check the website for special closings on Christmas Eve & Day, and New Year’s Eve & Day. For more information, please visit www.kornersfolly.org or

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R ELIGION T H E C H R ON I C LE

DECEMBER 14, 2017

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Elder Richard Wayne Wood Sunday School Lesson

Faith to Persevere

Lesson Scripture: Acts 14:8-11, 19-23

By the end of this lesson, we will *Consider the fickleness of the crowd mentality. *Understand that serving the Lord consistently is often a lonely and tiring undertaking. *Pray for courage and strength in the face of resistance to the Gospel.

Background: The time is A.D. 48 and the place is Galatia. The lesson is a continuation of Paul’s first missionary journey of about A.D. 47-49. He and Barnabas have traveled to Asia Minor southward to Perga and Antioch of Pisidia. Paul’s preaching led many to faith, but also caused opposition from others. In Acts, Paul’s preaching follows a pattern of building faith and stirring opposition.

Lesson: Paul and Barnabas are in Lystra after fleeing from Antioch, where there was a division in the church. They are now in Lystra, a pagan territory, whose native language is not Greek but Lycaoniam.

This too, is a place where they worshipped Zeus and Hermes.

As part of God’s confirming His presence, He repeats the same miracle twice: in Jerusalem by Peter and now here by Paul. A man lame from birth is made to walk. This causes a great amazement and a misunderstanding, because the people immediately assume (because of their folklore) that the gods Zeus and Hermes had come in human flesh to visit. Barnabas, being Zeus, and Paul, being Hermes, who was the greater god (verse 11). After calming the crowd and explaining the difference between an idol god, who is worthless, and the one living God, who made all creation, Paul encourages the pagans to convert. Enter now the “certain” Jews from Antioch and Iconium who stir up the fickle crowd, so much so that they beat Paul into unconsciousness, dragged him outside the city, supposing him dead (verse 19). Their supposition was incorrect. As the disciples gathered around him, Paul came to and got up. He went back into the city and the next day he and Barnabas left for Derbe (verse 20). After preaching and teaching in Derbe, they returned to Lystra with a focus on consolidation of the newly planted churches.

Strengthening the soul and encouraging believers was their major function now. Paul explains to the believers, too, that to come to the point where you allow God to have divine rule over your heart would not come easy, but with tribulation (verse 21-22). Before leaving, Paul and Barnabas hand picked godly men to be responsible to lead each church. After fasting and prayer, they presented these new leaders (elders) to the Lord, to whom they had entrusted their lives (verse 23).

(The MacArthur Study Bible, UMI, UGP, Standard Lesson Commentary, The Message//Remix: Pause, and the Oxford Bible Commentary)

United Metropolitan marks 125 years

Gregory and Beth Hairston, center, were co-chairpeople for the anniversary as well as Master and Mistress of Ceremony for Sunday’s culminating event on Sunday, Dec. 10.

BY TIMOTHY RAMSEY THE CHRONICLE

United Metropolitan Missionary Baptist Church held its 125th anniversary in grand fashion. The Benton Convention Center played host to the event, which has been in the works for the past three months.

United Metropolitan represents the merger of two congregations: West End Baptist Church and First

Institutional Baptist Church. West End was organized because there was not a church available to African-Americans residing in the western part of the city.

First Institutional started as a prayer band in the home of the Rev. Edward Gholson following an internal dispute among members of First Baptist, where he was serving as pastor.

In 1965, a plan was developed for the possible merger of West End and First

Photo by Timothy Ramsey

Rev. Yvette Lovett Martin delivers the church history during Sunday’s anniversary event on Sunday, Dec. 10.

Galilee celebrates Christmas season See Anniversary on B6

For Your Consideration: Is there ever a time when we should avoid persecution? Why is tribulation required to enter the kingdom of God?

Life’s Application: From Precepts for Living, UMI: In America, to date, persecution for our faith is not comparable to the persecution suffered in other parts of the world. However, with every personal interaction, our Christian witness is on the line and our loves, fears and values are tested. Today, standing boldly is complicated by social pressure to compromise and fit in, but God can strengthen His people to remain fully committed to Jesus. “… for ye are the temple of the living God: …

Wherefore come out from among them, and be ye separate, saith the Lord, and touch not the unclean thing; and I will receive you, …” (2 Corinthians 6:16b., 17)

Now –Dec. 16 Annual bake sale The annual bake sale at St. James A.M.E. Church will be through Dec. 16. Homemade sweet potato pies from V.K. Bakery will be available. For more information, call 336-724-3865. St. James is located at 1501 N. Patterson Ave. at the corner of 15th Street. The pastor is the Rev. Dr. Steven L. Lyons.

Now – Dec. 31 Ambassador Cathedral events Ambassador Cathedral announces December church events that are open to the public: *Sunday, Dec. 18, 6 p.m. – Christmas Concert presented by the Music Department *Sunday, Dec. 24, 10 a.m. – Ambassador Cathedral Christmas Celebration/Extragravance featuring various church ministries *Sunday, Dec. 31 Watch Night Service, 10 p.m.

For more information, call 336-725-0901 (church) or 336-473-7825 (mobile).

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Joy to the world could be found Sunday afternoon at Galilee Missionary Baptist Church as the congregation celebrated the Christmas season with a program called “The Peace of Christmas.”

The church was packed.

The church’s Worship and Arts Ministry presented the approximately 90minute program filled with shouting as well as singing, dancing and praising God. Pastor Nathan E. Scovens and First Lady Wyvondalynn Scovens highlighted

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Dec. 16 Jazz Christmas Union Baptist Church, 1200 N. Trade St., will host Kirk Whalum’s sixth annual tour, “A Gospel According to Jazz Christmas.” The event will be held on Dec. 16 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $30 for general admission and $50 for VIP, which includes preferred seating, Meet and Greet Reception, and a photo session with the performers. For information and to purchase tickets online, visit the website: unionbaptistwsnc.org or call the church office 336724-9305.

Dec. 17 Joy of Christmas Turning Point Church presents “The Joy of Christmas: Sharing Our Gifts,” Sunday, Dec. 17 at 3:30 p.m. Anita “Boss Lady” Dean-Arnette and Dr. Lamont Williams will be MC’s for this exciting event. Special guest include, Rev. Jerry Arnette of Moring Star Baptist Church, Apostle Edward Allen of Ambassadors

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Members of the God's Lil Angels liturgical dance ministry perform during the Galilee Missionary Baptist Church Christmas program on Sunday, Dec. 10. They danced to the song “O, Holy Night.”

Cathedral and Bishop John Parks of New Hope Baptist Church. Music provided by Lenny Kiniel and Friends, Turning Point Praise Team and other guest singers.

Everyone is asked to bring a toy for the 1340 “The Light” Toy Drive. The church is located at 6592 Beaux Mountain Rd, Winston Salem. Dr. Roy A. Swann is The Pastor. For further information call 336-306-3601.

Dec. 17 Christmas Concert Agape Faith Church presents “Behind the Season: A Christmas Concert” Dec. 17 during normal service times. Admission is Free. For more information about the production, visit agapefaith.com/behindtheseason.

Dec. 17 “Unto Us a Child is Born” The Union Chapel Baptist Church Music Ministry, 300 W. 25th St., in Winston-Salem, will present a Christmas Concert titled “Unto Us a Child is Born” on See Rel. Cal. on B8

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The room was filled to capacity for United Metropolitan Missionary Baptist Church's anniversary celebration at the Benton Convention Center on Sunday, Dec. 10.

Photo by Timothy Ramsey

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Institutional Baptist Churches. The merger was completed on Aug. 15, 1965. Rev. James Donald Ballard assumed the pastorate of the newly formed church, which was to become known as United Metropolitan Missionary Baptist Church, and led the congregation for 45 years.

According to church history, the name United Metropolitan Missionary Baptist Church is symbolic of the merger and the historical significance of the two congregations. “United” signifies the union of the two congregations. “Metropolitan” denotes the church's location near the heart of downtown. “Missionary” was added to the name later by a vote of the congregation and reflects the missionary character and spirit of the church.

Gregory and Beth Hairston, co-chairpeople for the anniversary, said they were asked back in January to serve as co-chair's for the anniversary. While brainstorming, Gregory Hairston came up with the idea of highlighting three tenets: benevolence, which is defined as the dis-

position to do good; edification, which is defined as the instruction or improvement of a person, morally or intellectually; and evangelism, which is defined as the proclamation of the Gospel of Jesus Christ by the power of the Holy Spirit with the intention of exposing God's love to all humankind.

“We basically chose to celebrate the anniversary though those three tenets as they relate to the mission and objectives of any church,” Gregory Hairston said. “We were really excited because one of the most significant things about us is we were two churches that became one and it's something we made sure we highlighted and focused on when we did our research and decided on a method of celebration.”

“Today we wanted to take the opportunity to have this as the culminating event of the anniversary,” he continued. “We really wanted to pay attention to the historical significance of the church.”

The Hairstons performed the duties of master and mistress of ceremony for the celebration. Rev. Yvette Lovett Martin delivered the church history while Pastor Emeritus J. Donald Ballard gave the grace while recog-

nizing the members who were present during the merger of the two churches.

The planning committee also put together videos that visually display the tenets, which they showcased each week leading up to the culminating event this past Sunday, Dec. 10. The introduction of new members as well as the acknowledgment of endowment contributions was also included in Sunday's event.

“Our plan was to show our love for the church through what we do in the church and we hope that the people in the community see that United Metropolitan Missionary Baptist Church is a church that is heavily involved in the community,” said Beth Hairston.

For the Hairstons, they are very happy to see the fruits of their labor come to light. This is even more special for Gregory Hairston, who has been a lifelong member of the church. He says it is great to see how far the church has come and excited for what the future may hold.

The church is seeking a pastor after its pastor, Rev. Prince Rainey Rivers, left in April to pastor a church in Durham.

(Above ) First Lady Wyvondalynn Scovens lights Advent candles as Pastor Nathan E. Scovens speaks to the audience during the Galilee Missionary Baptist Church Christmas program on Sunday, Dec. 10.

Photos by Donna Rogers

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Advent during the program. Advent is the period beginning four Sundays before Christmas and observed by some Christians as a season of prayer and fasting. Two candles were lit at Galilee to represent the first and second Sundays of the season.

Pastor Scovens left a word for the audience, piggy backing on his message Sunday morning during 11 a.m. service.

“We declared on this morning Luke 1:37: With God, nothing is impossible,” Pastor Scovens said. He was able to give a praise report about a member who had passed out about a week ago and was put on a ventilator and in the intensive care unit but who showed up at the program Sunday.

“You might be going through, but it’s just a season,” he said.

One of the highlights of the program was when Deaconess Emma Smith read the Christmas story of Jesus’ birth to chil-

Local organizations give thanksgiving meals to ESR clients SPECIAL TO THE CHRONICLE

In partnership with local organizations, over 40 Experiment in SelfReliance (ESR) clients were adopted for Thanksgiving this holiday season.

Mt. Sinai Full Gospel Deliverance Center, Carolina Cruisers Motorcycle Club, the Winston-Salem alumni chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc., and A Noble Grille first contacted ESR, wanting to give families in need the opportunity to share and experience a Thanksgiving meal.

ESR case managers then contacted the families and arranged for pickup. Boxes filled with turkey, green beans, dressing, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes and more arrived in preparation for the families.

Luna Williams, Orientation and

Eligibility specialist and coordinator of donations and service days, was put in the holiday spirit with the gratitude shown by clients who received the “unexpected blessing.”

“They were really and truly grateful.

For a lot of them, just being in our programs and receiving food has been the most love and support they have received in a long time,” said Williams. “I think it was just a great way to kick off the holidays.”

ESR would like to give a special thanks to Mt. Sinai Full Gospel Deliverance Center, Carolina Cruisers Motorcycle Club, the Winston-Salem alumni chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc., and A Noble Grille for their generosity and kindness this holiday season.

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( Left )The Heritage Choir sings “Mary Had a Baby” during the Galilee Missionary Baptist Church Christmas program on Sunday, Dec. 10.

dren, who gathered around her in the pulpit.

The Worship and Arts Ministry at Galilee consists of a worship team, choirs, liturgical dance, mime and step divisions that are composed of people from young children to senior citizens. The divisions of the Worship and

Arts Ministry gathered to perform for the last song in the program, “Perfect Peace.”

Willie Mason is the servant leader of the Worship and Arts Ministry.

“I am honored and blessed to worship with an awesome group of people,” he said at the end of the program.

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Mt. Zion member shares Christmas collection

This black nativity is part of a collection of Christmas items shown at Mt. Zion Baptist Church.

There were many black Santas among the Christmas items on display.

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Mt. Zion member Veronica Jones helped set the holiday mood at an Advent Breakfast held earlier in the month with a display of hundreds of items from her personal Christmas collection.

The display filled several tables at the church and included a black Nativity scene, black Santas, black angels, Snowflake Teddy Bears, Thomas Blackshear figurines, bells, plates, lighthouses and 19 years worth of White House ornaments. It was so popular, it remained on display until this week to give people a chance to come see the yuletide spectacle.

White House Christmas ornaments were available to see.

Veronica Jones with her collection of Christmas items at Mt. Zion Baptist Church.

Photos by Todd Luck

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Shown are pastoral assistants, or interns, who serve at Peace Haven Baptist Church in Winston-Salem through the Wake Forest University School of Divinity’s Art of Ministry program.

Student leadership honored by local congregation

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Earlier this year, Peace Haven Baptist Church in Winston-Salem celebrated its 60th anniversary. In addition, the church highlighted its ministry with pastoral assistants who serve at Peace Haven through the Wake Forest University School of Divinity’s Art of Ministry program.

The Homecoming weekend events and worship service were attended by many School of Divinity professors, alumni, and current students.

During the homecoming celebration, Peace Haven launched a special emphasis on CARE: Celebrate, Appreciate, Relate and Elevate, describing it as “a celebration of what God has been, is, and will do through Peace Haven Baptist Church.”

Second-year Master of Divinity student Raven Hill currently interns at Peace Haven. “The CARE Campaign attempts to bring the church community together by allowing us to share our stories,” she said. “Celebrating, appreciating, relating, and elevating may be parts of this coordinated campaign; however, these are all qualities that were already present at Peace Haven.”

John Carroll, a 2013 School of Divinity alumnus and former Peace Haven pastoral assistant, led the anniversary worship celebration around ”rekindling the gift,” urging everyone attending to “not settle for the cooled over ashes of cultural acceptance or the safe life of smothered flames.”

Rather, he said, “Stir up the gift, rekindle the faith, open yourselves to the fresh winds of the Spirit, for the world is in need of continually stirred up love that will provide warmth and light.”

For Hill, who will complete her internship as a pastoral assistant next year, Peace Haven has provided an inclusive and reconciliatory experience. “Sunday morning is notoriously the most segregated time of the week,” she noted.

“Growing up in a traditional Black church and denomination, I did not have many worship experiences with people of a different race. Peace Haven has allowed me a space to worship, to grow, and to experience the unconditional love of God, but most importantly, a chance to interact with white believers. What has resulted are beautiful moments of sharing my experiences while creating new ones.”

Peace Haven Baptist

Church’s 60th anniversary and pastoral assistant celebration highlighted the impact the church has had in the community and the role that School of Divinity students have played in the life of the church. This relationship continues to highlight the positive impacts such partnerships can have both for students and for the communities they are a part of.

Nathan Parrish (‘85, MA ‘90) has served as the pastor at Peace Haven since 2002. The School of Divinity began partnering with the church in 2009 and since then 11 divinity students have completed their Art of Ministry internship requirement with the congregation.

“We seek students in their first year who desire a ministry placement in a congregational setting and who want to commit for the totality of their time in the divinity school,” Parrish said. “We have had students for as long as four years serving in our church and have ordained seven students to gospel ministry.

All of them continued to serve in vocational ministry.

“From the outset, Peace Haven envisioned this relationship with divinity school students as a ministry of the church,” Parrish continued.

Some of the miniature churches that were part of the collection.

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call 336-996-7922.

Now- Jan. 15 – Call for Artists The Delta Arts Center announces a call for artists for the "Invitational 2018@ Delta Arts" juried exhibition. All exhibits during the 2017-18 year at the Delta Arts Center will focus on the theme of "The Legacy of the Creative Spirits," including the Invitational. All works must have been completed in the last three years (no earlier than 2015) and be for sale. All types of two-dimensional and threedimensional media are acceptable, as long as exact dimensions are specified. All artwork must be delivered to the Delta Arts Center between Feb. 22 and 24 during opening hours. Works of art will be selected for an exhibition to be held March 1 – June 30, 2018. Artists are invited to submit proposals by Jan. 15, 2018.

Now- Jan. 31 – Accepting Applications In collaboration with its community partners, the NC Department of Health and Human Services, and Money Follows the Person Demonstration Project proudly announces the 4th Annual NC Community Transitions Institute. All Institute activities are organized to foster collaboration and networking among members.

Applications are accepted through Jan. 31.

The registration fee is $100. Please contact Tracy Pakornsawat, Professional Development Coordinator at: tracy.pakornsawat@dhhs.nc.gov, 919-855-4199.

Now - Feb. 15—Applicants Requested Dreams Followed program, an independent community project, launches call for applicants for $1,000 awards for community changemakers and social entrepreneurs. Eight participants will be selected from an in-depth application process.

Each finalist will be awarded a six-month distance based group coaching experience to bring their visions into being and a $1,000 award toward their vision that has powerful and positive community impact.

Applicants may learn how to apply at h t t p : / / d r e a m s f o l l o w e d . o rg / a p p l y / .

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Sunday, Dec. 17 at 4 p.m.

The concert will consist of their combined choirs under the direction of Dr. Kerwin Graham and Aldine Rucker; and feature Union Chapel’s own “Joyful Noise” instrumental praise ensemble. Rev. Konnie G. Robinson is the pastor. The public is invited to attend.

Dec. 17 Drama Ministry The Drama Ministry of Mount Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church presents “2 B Happy At Christmas” on Dec. 17 at 6 p.m. at the church, 495 NW Crawford Place, WinstonSalem. It’s a story of a young boy seeking to find what’s needed to be truly happy at Christmas. For additional information, contact the church office 336-725-9623.

Dec. 19 & 21 Salem Band Holiday Concerts Join Salem Band and guest narrator Rev. Lisa R. Schwartz for the story of Christmas with a mix of sacred and secular music of the season in a lovely new venue decorated for Christmas. There will be two performances. Both concerts are free. For more information, visit w w w. s a l e m b a n d . o r g .

Concerts are Dec. 19 New Philadelphia Moravian Church in Winston-Salem @ 7:30 p.m.; and Dec. 21- Trinity Moravian Church in Winston-Salem @ 7:30 p.m.

Dec. 20 Candlelight Service The Emmanuel Baptist Church, 1075 Shalimar Drive, will host its Annual Christmas Candlelight Service on Wednesday, Dec 20 at 7 p.m. The service is open to the public, fellow churches and the community. For information, call the church office at 336-788-7023. Rev. Dr. John Mendez is pastor.

Dec. 20 Advent Study Series St. Stephen's Episcopal Church will

Applications are accepted through Feb. 15, 2018. The program is open to anyone 18 or older. More information about Dreams Followed is available at www.bit.ly/dreamsfollowed and http://dreamsfollowed.org.

Dec. 29 – Application deadline The city is accepting applications for the next class of “City of Winston-Salem University,” to be held for 12 weeks starting Feb. 1, 2018. Classes meet Thursday evenings for three hours. Class size is limited to 20 participants who will be selected through an application process.

City of Winston-Salem University is free; however, participants have the option of earning continuing education credit through Winston-Salem State University for a nominal fee of $25. Applications must be received by 5 p.m. Dec. 29.

Applications are available at the Marketing & Communications Department in City Hall, 101 N. Main St. Suite 336, or by calling CityLink 311. The application is also posted online at www.CityofWS.org/CWSU and can be printed and mailed in, or filled out and submitted online. For more information, call CityLink 311.

Dec. 30 – “Broadway to Hollywood” The Greensboro Symphony presents “Broadway to Hollywood” on December 30 at 8 p.m. The event will take place at Westover Church, 505 Muirs Chapel Road, Greensboro, NC 27410. The prices are $46, $40, $34 and Students $12.

Dec. 31 – Annual Concert The Winston-Salem Symphony, with conductor Robert Moody, will have a New Year’s Eve concert on Dec. 31 at 8 p.m.

Reynolds Auditorium, 301 N. Hawthorne Road in Winston-Salem. Tickets range from $20 to $67 and are available in advance by calling the Symphony Box Office at 336-464-0145 or online at WSsymphony.org.

Dec. 31 – Submission Deadline Poetry in Plain Sight, a WinstonSalem Writers' initiative in collaboration with North Carolina Poetry Society featuring North Carolina poets and their poetry in street-visible locations, will accept sub-

continue an Advent series on Dec. 20. The class schedule is as follows: 12/20 at 6 p.m. – How do we set goals for the future? (2018) - Open Discussion, Father Hector Sintim; Lessons and Carols, Elnora Gore.

Dec. 21 Christmas Lunch First Christmas Fellowship Lunch, sponsored by the family of Christine (Momma Chris) and Jessie Burton, will be held at Shiloh Baptist Church, on the corner of 12th and Highland Avenue on Thursday, Dec. 21, from noon to 4 p.m. Dr. Paul A. Lowe Jr. is the host pastor. For more information, call Kiawathia Burton at 336493-1626.

Dec. 21 Christmas for the City Christmas for the City 2017 will be Thursday, Dec. 21, 4-9 p.m. at the Benton Convention Center, 301 W Fifth St., Winston-Salem.

The vision for Christmas for the City is to create a meaningful Christmas experience for the whole community by incorporating all of the arts: drama, dance, music, literature, painting, drawing and more; celebrating the diversity of our community: people across all generational, ethnic and socioeconomic groups plan the event, participate and attend; and honoring those at work in our city: the nonprofit organizations and ministries that work tirelessly all year long are highlighted and served. To find out how to get involved, go to the Volunteer Opportunities tab on the website http://www.christmasforthecity.com/.

Dec. 22 Christmas Concert New Birth Worship Center (NBWC) Music Ministry presents 2017 Christmas Concert “The Birth of a King” on Friday, Dec. 22 at 7:30 p.m.

Everyone is invited to attend this musical worship experience. For additional information, please

call 336-699-3583 or visit our website at www.newbirthworshipcenter.org.

Dec. 23 Christmas Program Abba Father’s Ministries, 4665 Brownsboro Road, will present a Christmas program on Saturday, Dec. 23 at 4 p.m. It will feature singing, spiritual dancing and worship, giving God glory in this time of season. Host pastor is Scottie White Sr. The public is invited to attend.

For more information, call 336-784-6810.

Ongoing

Sundays Free breakfast Love Fellowship Outreach Church, 205 E. 25th St., offers a free community breakfast at 10:30 a.m. before Sunday morning Worship at 11 a.m.

Family & Friends Day is every third Sunday, with a free fellowship dinner served immediately following worship.

Wednesday Night Bible Study is held weekly at 6:30 p.m. Apostle Antonio L. Johnson Sr. is the pastor.

Saturdays Join the H.O.P.E. Project at Mt Olive Baptist Church on Saturdays at 12:30 p.m. to enjoy free lunches for kids. Parents will receive vegetables.

All kids in the East Winston area are welcome. Be a part of a movement making sure that fewer children are hungry in our community. Mt. Olive is at 1301 C.E. Gray, Winston-Salem. Call 336721-1959 for any question or concerns. Also visit hopews.org to learn more about the H.O.P.E Project.

The pastor is Dr. Charles E. Gray.

Tuesdays Men Helping Men Be Men All men young and old are invited to fellowship with Calvary Hill Church of Greater Deliverance Inc., 4951 Manning St., during Men Helping Men Be Men every Tuesday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. For

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missions through Dec. 31. For more information, go to www.wswriters.org and click on Programs.

Jan. 9, 2018 – Nomination Deadline The U.S. Small Business Administration is now accepting nominations for its 2018 National Small Business Week Awards, including the annual Small Business Person of the Year. The dedicated website www.sba.gov/nsbw/awards provides forms, criteria and guidelines for submitting a nomination. All nominations must be submitted no later than 3 p.m., Jan. 9, 2018. All nomination packages must be hand delivered or mailed to the nearest SBA Office.

Jan. 16, 2018 – Information Session Greensboro College will hold an information session on its upcoming paralegal certification education program at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 16, in Room 223, Proctor Hall West on campus. The information session is free and open to the public. Advance registration is requested; register online at https://www.greensboro.edu/certificationand-innovative-programs/.

Jan. 20, 2018 – Women Focus on 2018 Election 2018 Women’s March on the Polls will be on Jan. 20, 2018 from noon- 3 p.m. at Corpening Plaza, 231 W 1st St. The event will begin at noon and feature speakers and entertainment, followed by a march through downtown Winston-Salem.

Further details and a full list of participating organizations and sponsors will be released soon.

Please visit https://www.facebook.com/triadwomensmarch/ or https://www.facebook.com/events/16297 5924440724/ for more information.

Ongoing

Every day – Volunteers needed for Reading Parties The Augustine Literacy Project, Read.Write.Spell (READWS) is looking for volunteers for its Reading Parties. The program needs youthful, energetic people more information, contact 336-744-3012.

Sundays and Wednesdays Clothes closet The Ambassador Cathedral Clothes Closet will be open on Sundays from noon to 2 p.m., and Wednesdays from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at 1500 Harriet Tubman Drive. Free to the public. For more information, call 336-725-0901.

Emergency food give-away Christ Kingdom Building Worship Center, 3894 Northhampton Drive, in partnership with Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest North Carolina, provides to the community at large an Emergency Food Assistance Program on Tuesdays (2 p.m.); Wednesdays (4:30 p.m.); first and third Saturdays (10 a.m. to noon); and second and fourth Saturdays, (8 to 10 a.m.).

1st Wednesdays and 2nd & 4th Saturdays Community clothes closet The St. James Community Clothes Closet opens at 9 a.m. until noon the second and fourth Saturday and the first Wednesday from 10 a.m. to noon of each month. St. James is located at the corner of Patterson Avenue and 15th Street across from the U.S. Post Office. For more information, contact Myrna Williams, coordinator, at 336-923-5881 or 410-245-3306. Clothing donations and accessories accepted.

2nd Saturday Food, clothes available Every second Saturday of each month from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Calvary Hill Church of Greater Deliverance Inc. invites anyone who is in need of food and clothes. The food pantry and clothes closet is at 4951 Manning St. Direct all questions to Missionary Tammy Orr at 336-744-3012.

4th Tuesday Providing hope through teaching Join Calvary Hill

who are willing to lead students of party games created for maximum learning and enjoyment. Reading Party is a free parentoriented seminar that will teach simple and effective multisensory strategies to parents and their children in a fun, laidback atmosphere. After a short training, volunteers will help 2-8 hours per month, mostly nights and weekends. The next training is scheduled for late January.

For more information or to sign up to volunteer, contact Tonya Nealon at 336-7234391 ext. 1507 or Tonya@readws.org.

Every day – Donations of blankets, caps & gloves needed The Downtown Bicycle Patrol is soliciting donations of gently used or new blankets, gloves and knit caps to help the homeless this winter. The donation boxes will be placed in the lobby of the Public Safety Center, 725 N. Cherry St. in City Hall outside the Human Relations Department, Suite 109 N. Main St. and outside the Bicycle Patrol Office at 414 N. Cherry St. across from the Marriott Hotel.

The donations go toward assisting homeless people.

Monday, Wednesday and Friday Food and clothing giveaway Love Community Development Corporation, 3980 N. Liberty St., serves those in need of food and clothes every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 1 to 4 p.m. JobLink is also available Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for those needing resumes or who are looking for a job. For more information, call 336306-8119.

Every Thursday - American Legion Post 128 fish fry A fish fry is held every Thursday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. at 4817 Old Rural Hall Road to support and serve the community. The funds also support the Post.

First Thursday of each month – Movie and Speaker Discussion TEEM (Temple Emanuel’s Environmental Movement) will have a free environmental movie and speaker series at Temple Emanuel, 201 Oakwood Drive. The series will be the third Tuesday

Church of Greater Deliverance Inc., from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of each month at the Bethesda Center, 930 North Patterson Ave., where we provide hope through teaching and preaching presented by Calvary Hill’s ministerial staff.

For more information contact the church at 336-7443012.

4th Thursday Worship at WinstonSalem Rescue Mission

The Evangelism Ministry of Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church, 1905 N. Jackson Ave., will worship the 4th Thursday of the month at the Winston-Salem Rescue Mission at 7 p.m.

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M/WBE BID NOTICES Winston-Salem State University Science Building Prebid Meeting & Bid Opening – Bid Package Release #2

Rodgers Davis, a joint venture between Rodgers Builders, Inc. and Walter B. Davis Company, will hold a Pre-Bid Meeting for job specific prequalified trade contractors to discuss the construction of the Winston-Salem State University Science Building project on Thursday, January 4, 2018 at 2:00 PM, at the WSSU Anderson Conference Center – Main Dining Room at 601 S Martin Luther King Blvd, Winston-Salem, NC 27101.

Rodgers Davis will accept sealed bids from job specific prequalified trade contractors for the construction of WinstonSalem State University Science Building project on Thursday, January 25, 2018 at 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM, located in WSSU Anderson Conference Center – Main Dining Room at 601 S Martin Luther King Blvd, Winston-Salem, NC 27101. Any required re-bids will be received at the same location on Thursday, February 1, 2018 @ 2:00 PM.

Bid Package #2A Release to Include 11 AM: 02L Landscape and Irrigation, 02M Hardscape and Site Assemblies, 03A Complete Concrete, 04A Masonry/Precast, 05A Structural and Miscellaneous Steel, 05D Ornamental Handrails and Railings, 06D Cabinetry and Casework, 07A Roofing and Accessories, 07C Fireproofing, 07E Exterior Metal Panel Systems, 08A Glass Assemblies, 08B Passage Door Assemblies, 08C Service Door Assemblies, 10A Building Appurtenances, 10B Signage, 10C Operable Partitions, 18A General Works, and 18B Final Cleaning.

Bid Package #2B Release to Include 2 PM: 09A Drywall Assemblies, 09C Acoustical Assemblies, 09D1 Hard Tile/Stone, 09D2 Terrazzo, 09E Floor Coverings Resilient and Carpeting, 09F Painting and Wallcovering, 12A Window Treatments, 12B Laboratory Furnishings/Cold Rooms, 12E Access Flooring, 14A Elevators, 15A Fire Protection, 15B Plumbing Systems, 15C HVAC and Building Control Systems, 15F Test and Balance, 16A Electrical, 16B Communications/Low Voltage.

Rodgers Davis will hold an Owner Preferred Alternates Meeting to discuss the owner preferred alternates associated with the construction of the WinstonSalem State University Science Building project on Thursday, January 4, 2018 at 3:00 PM, at the WSSU Anderson Conference Center – Main Dining Room at 601 S Martin Luther King Blvd, WinstonSalem, NC 27101

Owner Preferred Brand Alternates: -Preferred Alternate No. 1: Provide and install door hardware; locksets, latchset, and six (6) pin lock cylinder and keys by Sargent Signature Series.

- Preferred Alternate No. 3: Provide HVAC Controls with Tridium - Preferred Alternate No. 4: Provide Alarm System by Edwards: - Preferred Alternate No. 11: Provide card readers by CBORD System Contact Robert Marshall or Anthony Siano at 919.784.0566 or email at RMarshall@rodgersbuilders.com for further information.

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BID Invitation For: Conover School Alterations & Additions Rebid Conover, NC

Seeking subcontractors for all divisions of work for the construction of “Conover School Alterations & Additions” At 108 7th Street Place SW, Conover, NC 28613 on Tuesday December 19, 2017 @ 2:00 pm.

The project architect is McKissick Architects with office in Winston-Salem, NC. The work involves demolition of existing exterior and Interior building elements, construction of a single story, approximately 4,200 SF addition, housing a multi-purpose room, Lobby, vestibule and restrooms. Interior building renovations total approximately 6,000 SF of area and include complete kitchen renovation. MEP work includes new systems for addition and renovated areas. Site work includes paving, utility modifications, sidewalks and landscaping.

Drawings and specifications will be available for inspection during business hoursat the School Administration Facility Department Offices, 605 N. Ash Ave., Newton, NC 28658. Also upon request at the Office of Hickory Construction Company. Call Jeff Herman for information at the Hickory Construction Office (828) 322-9234 or Email him at jherman549@hotmail.com The Chronicle December 14, 2017

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NOTICE OF COMPLETION OF PRELIMINARY ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR COSTS OF DEMOLITION OF HOUSING UNFIT FOR HUMAN HABITATION AND OF PUBLIC HEARING THEREON

Pursuant to the Housing Code of the City and to Chapter 160A, Article 10 of the General Statutes of North Carolina, notice is hereby given that preliminary assessment rolls for the assessment of the cost of demolition of housing found to be unfit for human habitation, with respect to the following properties, have been completed and deposited in the Office of the Secretary of the City of Winston-Salem, where they may be inspected by interested parties: Property Owner

Charles Colter, Heirs Patsy Ann Cason Maryland M Ransom Eric Demarko Dimov Efgenia Jeremy Johnson Loretta Sherrill Sarah Sherrill Jeanette D. Gilmore Justin C. Tingle James E. Tingle Fred D. Smith Author R. Spencer, Heirs Marianne Dehart Union Chapel Baptist Church Queen Esther James Linda Sandler Frances R Blevins Francis L Smith Eric Stephen Kirkman Dashekia Adams Thomas Ellis Powell Mary Snow Davis

PROPERTY ON WHICH HOUSING DEMOLISHED Street Address

Parcel Identification Number

711 E. 16th Street 520 Efird Street

6836-52-0939.00 6837-42-5936.00

1903 Maryland Avenue 1025 Louise Road 1025 Nancy Lane 1926 Francis Street 540 Chandler Street 2125 White Street 4118 Whitfield Road

2209 E. 24th Street.

3853 Sawyer Street 0 Circle Drive 2404 Collins Street 133 W. Acadia Avenue 1235 Hattie Avenue 3641 Yale Avenue 1534 Williamson Street 4538 Shattalon Drive 5697 Bethania Road 4210 Shamel Street 1610 Cannon Avenue

Lot

Block

103 061

0277 1509

1268 2377 2377 1531 1551 2223 2221

025 059 112 42B 014 004 059

6835-96-0724.00 6844-00-8905.00 6844-10-2707.00 6834-97-5401.00 6845-49-5053.00 6847-14-8412.00 6847-14-0014.00

2564 2938 2021 2455 0677 0835 2359 1420 3469 4747 3441 0974

005 115 012 063A 201 058 142 235 010D 037 007 063

6846-05-6240.00 6847-12-5056.00 6847-06-6530.00 6836-05-4297.00 6834-37-0393.00 6836-81-4398.00 6833-47-6197.00 6835-80-2492.00 6807-58-8278.00 6808-06-8911.00 6827-84-9994.00 6826-73-9171.00

Amount

$5,695.00 $3,949.00 $10,612.00 $12,455.00 $7,439.00 $4,079.00 $3,949.00 $6,450.00 $12,230.00 $5,950.00 $7,350.00 $3,126.00 $6,210.00 $7,070.00 $4,964.00 $4,793.00 $6,550.00 $2,799.00 $3,849.00 $9,196.00 $9,651.00

Further, notice is hereby given that a meeting of the City Council of Winston-Salem will be held on the 18th day of December 2017, at 7:00 P.M. in the Council Chamber, City Hall; at said meeting all persons desiring to make objections to any of said special assessments will be heard.

By order of the City Council of the City of Winston-Salem, this 20th day of November 2017.

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA FORSYTH COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DIVISION NO: 17 JA 3 & 17 JT 3

IN THE MATTER OF: MARLEY TERESA-LAHTI YOUNG DOB: 07-29-2016 NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION

TO:

Unknown/unnamed father of the juvenile

TAKE NOTICE that a Juvenile Petition seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-entitled action. The nature of the relief being sought is a motion to terminate parental rights filed by the Forsyth County Department of Social Services on November 17, 2017 with respect to the above-referenced juvenile pursuant to N.C.G.S. 7B-101(15) and 7B101(9).

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 counsel, you are entitled to appointed counsel and said counsel will be appointed upon your request subject to the Court’s review at the first hearing after this service.

An adjudication hearing on the motion to terminate parental rights is scheduled for February 9,2018 at 9:30 a.m. in Courtroom 4-J of the Hall of Justice in Winston-Salem, North Carolina or as soon thereafter as the Court can hear the said case.

Also, a permanency planning hearing is scheduled for February 28, 2018 at 9:30 a.m. in Courtroom 4-J of the Hall of Justice in Winston-Salem, NC or as soon thereafter as the Court can hear said case.

This the 7th day of December, 2017

By: Erica Glass, Assistant County Attorney, Forsyth County Attorney’s Office 741 Highland Avenue Winston-Salem, NC 27101 The Chronicle December 14, 21 and 28, 2017

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The Chronicle December 7 and 14, 2017 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA FORSYTH COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DIVISION

IN THE MATTER OF: CHARLES RYAN STEWART DOB: 02-12-09 BRAYDON POTTS DOB: 06-20-07 16 JT 174 16 JT 175

NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION

TO: Kimberly Lurty, mother of the juveniles Charles Floyd Stewart, father of Charles Ryan Stewart Anthony Harris Williams, father of Braydon Potts

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. 7B1111.

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 2:00 p.m., on Friday, February 2, 2018 in Courtroom 4-J of the Hall of Justice in Winston-Salem, North Carolina or as soon thereafter as the Court can hear the said case.

This the 27th day of November, 2017 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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WSSU school honors Healthcare Legends of EW T H E C H R ON I C LE

B10 DECEMBER 14, 2017

SPECIAL TO THE CHRONICLE

Winston-Salem State University's School of Health Sciences (SOHS) honored six individuals and two organizations that have made a positive impact on the health and wellness of the residents of East Winston during the inaugural Healthcare Legends of East Winston on Friday, Nov. 17.

“We were pleased to recognize these legends who made health care possible at a time in our history when AfricanAmerican residents had very limited access to quality services,” said Dr. Peggy Valentine, SOHS dean. “As we celebrate Winston-Salem State University’s 125th anniversary this year, we saw this as an opportunity to showcase the role that WSSU played in health care, dating back to 1902 with the opening of the

Slater Hospital on campus, the first black hospital in Winston. Some of the historic contributions to the East Winston community by legendary health care professionals were highlighted. Through the event, our hope is to instill a sense of pride in the community surrounding WSSU and to shine a light on the early efforts and groundbreaking work to reduce racial and ethnic health disparities.”

Honorees were: *Dr. Harvey H. Allen Sr., a surgeon who practiced at Kate B. Reynolds Memorial Hospital. *Lula Hairston, first head nurse and director of Slater Hospital, which opened in 1902. *Dr. Humphrey H. Hall, the first AfricanAmerican physician to practice in Forsyth County. * Dr. H. Rembert Malloy, the first AfricanAmerican in the South with a practice limited to

the specialty of surgery.

He’s noted for performing more surgeries than any other physician in Forsyth County. *Dr. Alexander Hamilton Ray, appointed regular physician for Winston-Salem Teachers College and instrumental in planning the Kate B. Reynolds Memorial Hospital. *Hon. Larry Womble ‘63, a former state representative who sponsored legislation in support of eugenics victims.

Twin City Medical Alliance, the counterpart of the Forsyth Medical Society, it was organized

by African-American physicians. *Kate B. Reynolds Hospital Alumni Association, former hospital staff and administrators from 1938-75.

The evening included presentations to the honorees and student research

Reynolda House gains grant to help diverse student population SPECIAL TO THE CHRONICLE

Reynolda House Museum of American Art is the recipient of a threeyear grant to advance diversity in the art museum field. With the funding, the museum will undertake a program, starting in January 2018, to strengthen the pipeline of students and recent graduates from underrepresented populations interested in museum careers.

Reynolda’s project is

made possible, in part, through the Diversifying Art Museum Leadership Initiative, funded by the Walton Family Foundation and the Ford Foundation.

Reynolda was among 20 pioneering art museums around the country selected to participate.

The grant, a total of $188,700, will enable Reynolda to offer three yearlong fellowships, providing the opportunity for recent graduates from underrepresented populations to gain professional

experience in an art museum setting. Recent studies show that staffing and leadership roles in museums across the United States do not adequately reflect the nation’s socioeconomic and racial makeup.

“We are honored to be among the museums selected for this prestigious program to address a true need in the field,” said Allison Perkins, executive director of Reynolda House. “The lessons to be learned from this program

The following are honorees and officials from the Healthcare Legends of East Winston ceremony. Front row (from left): Dr. William Philadelphia (accepted the award on behalf of Dr. A.H. Ray and nurse Lula Hairston); Dr. Harvey Allen; and Larry Womble. Back row: Jacqueline Howell, president of the Kate B. Reynolds Alumni Reunion Group; Dr. William McCloud (accepted award on behalf of his father); Dr. Peggy Valentine, SOHS dean; WSSU Chancellor Elwood L. Robinson; and Rembert Malloy (accepted the award on behalf of his grandfather).

WSSU photos

poster presentations on early health care in East Winston.

The goal is for this to became an annual celebra-

will bolster our efforts to diversify staff, board, volunteers, and visitors in order to better reflect the community we serve.”

Fellows will be involved in three major departments at the museum, working 1,800 hours per year in the areas of public programs, curatorial and education. The museum worked closely with Wake Forest University in developing the fellows program, and will offer candidates housing on the Wake Forest campus and a certification in Business Essentials for Nonprofits from the university.

Reynolda House Museum of American Art formally affiliated with Wake Forest University in 2002 but remains a separate 501(c)(3) organization.

“This is a major initia-

tory event, Valentine said.

Northwest Area Health Education Center, a program of Wake Forest School of Medicine, part of

tive not only for the museum, but also for Wake Forest,” said Wake Forest President Nathan Hatch.

“The opportunity for Reynolda House to play a significant role in changing the composition of leadership in the museum field directly supports our commitment to creating a pluralistic and inclusive campus environment.”

The grant includes a plan for capacity-building for inclusion among museum staff and a stipend for undergraduate interns.

Over the next three years, Reynolda will hire five interns per year from underrepresented populations, each working 8-10 hours per week.

The fellowships will be open to recent college graduates, and the internships will be open to stu-

Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, was the exclusive partner of this event. dents currently enrolled in a college or university. Key members of Reynolda’s education, public programs and curatorial departments will administer the program, including recruitment, targeted mentoring and assessment.

The museum’s focus on developing a career track for underrepresented populations is in keeping with its commitment to achieve diversity across all constituencies through capacity building efforts.

Earlier this year, staff and board embarked on a new strategic planning process to guide the museum’s work going forward.

Diversity and inclusion is one of the plan’s strategic directions.

Reynolda Museum of American Art marked its 50th anniversary in September.