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Fans battle Mother Nature for 2022 Gospel Fest

BY TIMOTHY RAMSEY THE CHRONICLE

Rain and chilly temperatures, the remnants of Hurricane Ian, couldn’t damper the mood during the 2022 Gospel Fest at the Carolina Classic Fair last Sunday.

The performers, hosts and even the fans brought some extra energy to bring some brightness to the gloomy afternoon. In recent years, Gospel Fest has con-

tinued to evolve by showcasing a myriad of gospel talent from your traditional style, contemporary gospel and even Christian rap. This year’s lineup included Willie Mason & Friends, Christina Gaylor, Jeremiah Salter, Paul Scott, Covered, Showoffpraise, and pastor Michael Tyree.

Setting the tone for the day was Willie Mason & Friends as the opening act, who have been a staple at Gospel Fest for many years. From their opening song,

everyone could tell that they were in store for a great performance.

“What we decided to do is that we were going to bring the energy and the fire because, I mean, God has been so good to us, especially in this season,” said Mason about their performance. “We came to offer something in this Gospel Fest that we have never done before.

“One of my choir members said ‘Now that’s how you open

up a show!’ as we were coming off the stage. What I love about Friends is they are dedicated to what they do, so when they get up there, that passion is going to come out. I think that’s what the audience felt.”

Willie Mason & Friends consistently put on a great show each and every year they perform at Gospel Fest. They are one of the crowd favorites and Mason says that’s part of what fuels them to maintain their high level of ex-

cellence.

“I am a rough taskmaster, so when we rehearse, we come in and we get the work done,” said Mason. “Here is what I always tell them: ‘If we say that He is an excellent God, you don’t want to present to Him anything other than excellence.’ So that is our goal that whenever we have the opportunity to share in music ministry, that we are going to See Gospel on A8

Truliant promotes Johnson to senior vice president, controller SUBMITTED ARTICLE

Truliant Federal Credit Union has promoted Linell Johnson to the role of se-

nior vice president, controller. Previously, he was vice president, controller.

Johnson leads Truliant’s financial reporting, operational accounting, internal controls, financial policies, and financial analysis departments. He also provides oversight of budgeting and risk analysis, fixed asset management, and ACH processing. Johnson reports to Cosby Davis, chief financial officer.

“Linell has extensive experience in finance and accounting and a reputa- Linell Johnson tion for excellence. His guidance in developing Davis said. “His contributhese areas at the credit tions play a major role in union have been critical adding value for our memto our long-term success,” bers. We look forward to

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A veteran of the credit union industry, Johnson has served in several finan-

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cial and accounting leadership roles at Truliant. He joined the credit union in 1994, and worked in accounting before becoming its first financial analyst in 1997 – developing organizational and profitability systems, and refining budgeting processes. He became vice president, controller in 2017.

Johnson has led teams through core conversions and implementations of accounting and financial reporting systems. He has provided leadership for initiatives including financial modeling for Truliant’s branch network, financial reporting for its

CUSOs (Credit Union Service Organizations), lease accounting, and credit risk modeling.

Johnson serves as treasurer for Truliant’s Political Action Committee. He has served with organizations including Victory Masonic Credit Union and Goler Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church. He is cofounder and former coach of the Winston-Salem Roadrunners Track Club.

Johnson earned a bachelor of science in accounting from High Point University, and successfully completed the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) exam in 2003.

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A new kind of hope lives here

BY AMANDA MAHAN OPERATION NEW HOPE, CHIEF COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER

Research has found that 70 million people in the United States have criminal records. Of that number, 63% are no longer in jail, on probation, or on parole, yet roughly 27% of these ex-offenders remain unemployed due to their criminal records. This disproportionate statistic to the overall unemployment rate confirms the realization that the challenge of finding work for the formerly incarcerated can be a daunting task.

Evidence indicates that ex-offenders have substantially lower probabilities of being hired than members of other disadvantaged groups – such as welfare recipients, high school dropouts, unemployed people, and those with “spotty” work histories – who do not have a criminal record.

Dionne Barnes-Proby, a researcher at the nonprofit, non-partisan think tank the RAND Corpora-

employment, transportation, and housing being three of the most reported obstacles. Without these necessities, people often feel less connected to their environments, creating communities that experience higher rates of crime, unemployment, and recidivism.

ONH supports life and job skills training for people with a history of involvement with the criminal justice system and places them in employment that offers a sustainable quality of life. People like Kendall McCoy, a convicted felon, can attest to the effectiveness of the nonprofit’s mission. For months, McCoy had tried unsuccessfully to navigate a wary job market with limited skills. At the notso-subtle urging of his probation officer, he reluctantly showed up at the facilities of ONH. He found we offer family reunification services, a galaxy of job training and employer partnerships, mental and emotional therapy, and other wraparound services.

As it turned out, working

er’s license issues. Providing a subsidy or stipend may also help participants offset costs and increase their chances of completing the program.

ONH understands the importance of providing support to the ex-offenders and continues to work every day to build a stronger community by creating opportunities to realize second chances and reduce recidivism.

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Evidence indicates that ex-offenders have substantially lower probabilities of being hired than members of other disadvantaged groups – such as welfare recipients, high school dropouts, unemployed people, and those with “spotty” work histories – who do not have a criminal record. tion, has studied how to improve employment outcomes for ex-offenders.

“People transitioning from incarceration to employment face many challenges,” says Barnes-Proby, “from limited education, skills, and work history to stigma and employers’ fears about criminal behavior and reincarceration.”

Barnes-Proby led a study of the Sacramento Probation Department employment program Career Training Partnership (CTP), which offers career and life skills training and a comprehensive support team, to analyze how these combined elements can positively affect program participants and identify remaining challenges.

RAND’s research of the CTP program suggests that combining education, vocational training, and job placement with staffing agencies or reentry programs, local employers, and union relationship building can yield positive results.

At Operation New Hope (ONH), we understand that people returning from incarceration face a multitude of barriers, with

with his probation officer was a tremendous benefit.

For McCoy, it was important that ONH’s program qualified him to make a sustainable living wage while paying restitution and court costs, making the decision not to consider illegal sources of income that much easier.

RAND’s study revealed that securing employment at a livable wage is one of the most significant challenges facing ex-offenders. Career training can be a way to obtain a hand-up, not a handout.

Josh Martino, a partner and board member at ONH, says he’s hired several ex-offenders in his businesses. He realized that hiring employees through ONH’s “Ready4Work” program cut down on time, hiring costs, and his concerns as an employer. He appreciated that employment candidates had been thoroughly vetted and came with a qualified endorsement.

To make training programs more successful, RAND suggests removing obstacles to participation, for example, by providing transportation or helping ex-offenders address driv-

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Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist breaks ground on new care tower SUBMITTED ARTICLE

Atrium Health leaders broke ground to signify the official beginning of construction on the new $450 million care tower on the campus of Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.

For the past six months, crews have been removing a parking deck, completSubmitted photo ing the new helipad and Artist’s rendering of new care tower. preparing the site for construction. bringing training to the 100,000 patients come The care tower will next generation of medical through the Wake Forest include an upgraded emer- professionals and reinforc- Baptist Medical Center gency department, state- ing Winston-Salem as the emergency department; of-the-art operating rooms destination for care in the more than 4,300 injured and enhanced adult inten- country.” adults and children are sive care units. In addition, Wake Forest Baptist cared for at the Level I larger and brighter rooms Medical Center is the re- trauma center; and more with more natural light and gion’s only Level I adult than 500 adults and chilincreased privacy, along trauma center and Level dren are cared for in the with new outdoor green I pediatric trauma center burn center. space, will help promote and one of only two burn “The emergency dewellness and healing and centers in the state. Wake partment, operating room reduce stress on patients, Forest University School and intensive care areas are their families and staff. of Medicine is a recog- among the most stressful The project is the first nized leader in experiential and tense areas for patients in a series of significant in- learning and groundbreak- and teammates alike,” said vestments in the Triad re- ing research and is the Cathleen A. Wheatley, gion as a result of Atrium academic core of Atrium president of Atrium Health Health Wake Forest Bap- Health.

Wake Forest Baptist Meditist’s strategic combination “As the only academic cal Center. “We know that with Atrium Health. learning health system in larger, brighter areas for “Today’s ground- the region, patients come staff, more natural light in breaking of our new care to us from near and far to patient areas, and access tower is not just a brick- receive care from some of to outdoor green space and-mortar investment the most renowned faculty for teammates and famiin Winston-Salem, it’s a and dedicated staff in the lies help reduce stress and reflection of our commit- country,” said Dr. Julie promote both wellness and ment to the entire Triad re- Ann Freischlag, CEO of healing. Our new facility gion and part of a series of Atrium Health Wake For- will offer all of this.” investments that will ben- est Baptist, dean of Wake The general contracefit both patients and the Forest University School tor for the project is a joint broader community,” said of Medicine and chief aca- venture between Brasfield Eugene A. Woods, presi- demic officer at Atrium & Gorrie and Frank L. dent & CEO of Atrium Health. “This new facility Blum Construction Co. Health. “Atrium Health is will allow us to enhance and the architects are HKS proud to be a member of our clinical capabilities, and CPL. Hundreds of lothe Winston-Salem com- build on our expertise, ex- cal construction and demunity. And through our pand our educational and sign workers are involved $3.4 billion investment research opportunities and in the project. into the region, we will continue to attract the best The care tower projnot only provide excellent and brightest learners, who ect is expected to be fully clinical care, but also help are the next generation of completed in 2026. drive the local economy healthcare professionals.” by creating more jobs, Each year, around

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Largest ever HBCU Week coming to Walt Disney World Resort in October NNPA Newswire - High school students from across the Southeast and beyond will descend on Walt Disney World Resort this weekend for the largest ever HBCU Week featuring a huge college fair, a parade of high-stepping marching bands, a fierce battle of the bands and a live ESPN broadcast.

A record number of high school students (more than 5,000) and Historically Black Colleges and University representatives (nearly 50) will take part in the weekend event, Oct. 7-9, when more than $10 million in scholarships are expected to be awarded, which would be another event record. Since 2017, more than 3,500 on-the-spot admissions have been offered, along with more than $23 million in scholarships.

This is the first time in its five-year history that the HBCU Week Foundation is hosting its annual event at Walt Disney World Resort, which is expanding the foundation’s ability to stage new and more high-profile activities for its attendees. As a result, this year there will be a parade of HBCU bands down Main Street, U.S.A. at Magic Kingdom Park; a battle of the bands at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex along with the college fair; a live broadcast of ESPN’s First Take show featuring HBCU Week ambassador Stephen A. Smith and show host Molly Qerim; and several Lunch and Learn seminars for students to gain educational and career insights.

Delaware State, Bethune Cookman, North Carolina A&T, Winston-Salem State and Alcorn University will participate in the parade at Magic Kingdom and compete in the Battle of the Bands.

“We are pleased to share in the mission to highlight the rich history and cultural significance of HBCUs, creating educational and, ultimately, career opportunities for students,” said HBCU Week Founder and CEO Ashley Christopher. “Hosting this national event at Walt Disney World Resort helps amplify the mission of HBCU Week, attracting more parents and students throughout the country to our events and helps make an even greater impact in fostering opportunities for thousands of students.”

Disney’s involvement in HBCU Week is part of a relationship between HBCU Week Foundation and Disney on the Yard, an initiative focused on deepening Disney’s engagement with HBCUs. By working more closely with HBCUs, Disney aims to continue building a long-term pipeline of Black employee talent through the development of student internships, mentorship opportunities, career and employee spotlights, scholarships and more.

“This event is an ideal collaboration in that it highlights Disney’s commitment to supporting HBCUs and the mission of HBCU Week,” said Avis Lewis, vice president of human resources, Walt Disney Imagineering and Disney Parks International. “We are pleased with the immense momentum we are seeing already, with unprecedented attendance at the college fair and a host of exciting events planned. We look forward to seeing students and parents from all over the Southeast enjoying this event and all the magic of Disney while they are here.”

Disney theme park admission and reservations are required for entry to Magic Kingdom Park for the HBCU Week band parade. Tickets are also required for the Battle of the Bands at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.

There is no admission charge for all other HBCU events.

For more information about HBCU Week and for students to register for the College Fair, visit www.HBCUWeek.org. Follow HBCU Week at Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

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Black women holding Trump accountable Ben Jealous Guest Columnist Former President Donald Trump has spent a lifetime getting away with things. Rich and willing to use an army of lawyers to defend his abuses and bully people he has wronged into submission, Trump is a prime example of the inequities in our justice system.

But that could all be changing, thanks to two courageous Black women who are not intimidated by his insults and public bullying.

One of them is New York Attorney General Letitia “Tish” James. She has been leading an investigation into a “staggering” amount of financial fraud she charges that Trump has committed over the years.

After trying everything he could to avoid it, Trump appeared in her office in August to answer questions. But the only question he answered was about his name. For every other question - more than 400 other times - he invoked his right under the Constitution’s Fifth Amendment to avoid incriminating himself.

In September, after interviewing dozens of people and reviewing millions of pages of documents, James’ office filed a law-

suit against Trump and his three adult children who have been in business with him - Ivanka, Don Jr., and Eric. The suit asks them to forfeit $250 million in ill-gotten gains and seeks to prevent them from doing business in New York for the immediate future.

She told a reporter that the lawsuit shows how Trump repeatedly lied about the value of his properties “to unjustly enrich himself and to cheat the system, thereby cheating all of us.”

Trump responded in his typical fashion. He called James a “racist.”

He called her investigation “the greatest witch hunt in the history of the country.”

Now, anyone who has followed Trump’s interactions with Black women who call him on his … stuff … knows that this is part of a pattern with Black women who see through him and aren’t afraid to speak the truth.

Trump’s disgusting record of insulting and smearing activists like Stacey Abrams, public officials like Vice President Kamala Harris, Rep. Maxine Waters and Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser - and journalists like April Ryan, Abby Phillips, and Yamiche Alcindor - was recently reviewed by Kaly Holloway for The Daily Beast, which said that James’ lawsuit “is bringing the ex-president’s racism and sexism back into the spotlight.”

James is not the only

fearless Black woman seeking to hold Trump accountable. In Georgia, Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis is conducting a criminal investigation of Team Trump’s efforts to overturn the results of the presidential election in Georgia.

Remember that phone call a few days before the attack on the Capitol?

Trump was desperately trying to overturn his defeat by Joe Biden. Trump, his chief of staff Mark Meadows, and a bunch of Trump attorneys got on the phone with Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger. Trump demanded that Raffensperger “find” him enough votes to flip the election to him.

Unethical? Definitely.

Illegal? Very likely.

It’s against the law in Georgia to solicit election fraud. And that phone call was just part of the Trump team’s efforts, which included the creation of a fake set of pro-Trump electors. Trump’s efforts in Georgia included false charges of election fraud against two Black women election workers. When Trump and his allies repeated those smears, the women’s lives were disrupted by threats and harassment. According to news reports, Willis’s investigation could lead to a multi-defendant racketeering case.

Trump, predictably, has called the Georgia investigation a “witch hunt.” But

Willis has taken on murderers and drug gangs, and she is not afraid of Trump or his insults.

Trump’s record in business and politics suggests that the truth means nothing to him. He acts as if he believes the law does not apply to him. He acts as if his wealth and power and lawyers will continue to let him get away with anything.

It is important that we as Americans affirm the principle that no person even the country’s most powerful person - is above the law.

There is good news on that front. There are multiple investigations into Trump’s wrongdoing. I am grateful for the work being done by Tish James and Fani Willis, by the House select committee investigating Jan. 6, by staff at the U.S. Department of Justice, and by journalists who are willing to dig for the truth.

Truth is the first step toward accountability, accountability that in Trump’s case is long overdue.

Ben Jealous serves as president of People For the American Way and Professor of the Practice at the University of Pennsylvania. A New York Times best-selling author, his next book, "Never Forget Our People Were Always Free," will be published by Harper Collins in December 2022.

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Devastating hurricanes are changing our lives forever Dr. James B. Ewers Jr.

Guest Columnist

Some events in our lives change them forever and sometimes they happen without any warning signs.

That is why all of us should know and understand that tomorrow is not promised. Looking back upon my life, I really didn’t think about tomorrow getting here.

Hurt, harm or danger weren’t in my cycle of thoughts. I just knew it would come without any fanfare. It would simply be the next day. This is the mindset when you believe

you have a certain level of invincibility.

Well, aging has given me some wisdom that I didn’t have before. This could be the reason that some young adults ask senior citizens for advice and counsel. While some things are sudden, there are other events that give us a warning and time to get ready.

Hurricanes are great examples that give you time to prepare for them.

Prior to hurricane season, many coastal cities give you primers on what to take with you during these critical times. There are cities that will host events where they are giving out certain medical and food supplies. As climate change has set into our environment, these agency programs have taken on new importance and value.

During hurricane season (June-November) residents near the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico get nervous and awfully anxious. Each year we live with the fear that a hurricane could come our way. So far this year, we in Louisiana have escaped the destruction and wrath of hurricanes.

Our neighbors in Florida weren’t so fortunate.

Hurricane Ian came roaring into the Fort Myers and Sanibel Island communities last week.

Reports say it was one of the deadliest hurricanes in over 30 years.

Other Florida communities affected included Punta Gorda, Naples, Orlando and North Port. Parts of I-75 in Southwest Florida had to be closed. Homes and communities were taken down and reduced to

rubble by this force of nature. This same Hurricane Ian also caused extreme damage along the coasts of South Carolina, North Carolina and Virginia.

As of last week, over 1.6 million residents were without power because of this storm. In some areas, it was a category 4 storm with wind speeds of 155 mph. News reports said that over 40,600 people were displaced and there are over 80 fatalities. Some sadly will never return to their homes and their possessions are forever gone amidst the ruins.

President Joe Biden on Friday said, “Hurricane Ian is likely to rank among the worst in the nation’s history and Florida will take months-years to rebuild.”

These are sobering comments coming from the president.

Ron DeSantis, the governor of Florida, has asked the federal government for assistance. His posture and position are different now. In 2013 when he was a member of Congress, he was against giving federal aid to victims of Hurricane Sandy. He obviously has selective amnesia.

It is noteworthy that only 20% of the people hardest hit by Hurricane Ian had flood insurance. It is my opinion that if you live in a hurricane area that you should have flood insurance. Without it, you are taking chances with your home and property.

Amy Boggs, head of the property insurance division of the Florida Trial Lawyers Association, said prior to Hurricane Ian, “With Hurricane Ian barreling down on Florida, policyholders have a

weaker and harder-to-use insurance product.”

She added, “This storm will expose the true effect of diminishing insurance products in Florida.”

It will take money and time for parts of the Sunshine State to get back on its feet. The clean-up and the will to rebuild have already started.

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 overtimefergie.2020@yahoo.com

Grandparents and Grandchildren unite the world Donna Park Guest Columnist I am a grandmother, and I have a dream that grandparents will work with their grandchildren to unite the world and build a better future.

But first we need to have a vision of how the world could be improved.

There are many problems facing the world today, including war and the threat of nuclear destruction, climate change, human rights abuses, hunger, extreme poverty, growing income inequality, and global pandemics.

One central source of our global problems is that we have put nations above people. People belong first. National sovereignty and security should not be more important than the

sovereignty and security of individuals. Governments should be protecting the rights and freedoms of their people, not sacrificing them.

War is one way in which nations sacrifice their people rather than protect them. War kills and injures people. War destroys the environment.

War robs us of our financial and natural resources War does not bring peace, although it does make a lot of money for some while impoverishing many.

Surely it is time to think creatively about eliminating war. Here in the United States, we can look to our own history for a way to accomplish that.

When Americans decided to transform the confederation of 13 colonies into a federation of states, they agreed to resolve their differences in a court of law rather than on the battlefield. The original 13 states were able to eliminate or

transform their militias.

With no need any longer to fight one another, they could rely on the rule of law to settle disputes. Although the rule of law is not perfect, it is the best method we have found.

And it is preferable to war.

We need a similar transformation at the global level. Why not transform the confederation of nations known as the United Nations into a United Federation of Nations? Under this strengthened UN system, all nations could agree to resolve their differences using the rule of law rather than weapons of destruction. Nations could be required to disarm and to transform their armed forces into peacekeeping forces that would respond to natural disasters and other domestic crises.

To implement this program, we could start by creating a World Parliament at the United Nations to give a voice to the peo-

ple of the world, rather than just their governments. We also need a world constitution to define a democratic federation of nations with a universal declaration of human rights and the ability to create and enforce world law that outlaws war and nuclear weapons. Furthermore, we will need international courts (such as the International Criminal Court) and international police to arrest those who break the law. Fortunately, much work has been done defining these components over the past 75 years.

All these components will cost much less than the vast amounts spent on the current war systems.

Furthermore, a United Federation of Nations could be employed to deal effectively with other global problems, such as climate change.

This vision is shared by the Young World Federalists. Their tag line is “Unite the World.” As their

website explains, they are “a global movement to unite humanity through the creation of a democratic world federation.”

They believe that the current system of competitive sovereign countries fails to tackle the global challenges that impact us all. Accordingly, they advocate a new form of global governance, one in which people cooperate to secure their common interest through a democratic world federation. They envision a sustainable, just, and peaceful world through a democratic world federation. It would be a world run by humanity, for humanity, providing equal opportunity to all on a thriving planet.

The Young World Federalists (YWF) are building on the work of wellestablished organizations such as Citizens for Global Solutions (CGS). CGS was founded 75 years ago, and many of its supporters, like

me, are grandparents of the Young World Federalists’ generation. We are delighted to be working with these young people and, in fact, have a lot to learn from them in this modern era of social media and technology. We also have a lot to share with them, including our knowledge, experience, and funding.

One of their programs that we are co-sponsoring is the Week for World Parliament, which includes an event in New York City on October 22-23.

Working together, young and old, we are committed to building a united world and a better future for all.

where negotiations seem ever less likely as Western and Russian arms manufacturers gleefully count their profits. None seem to connect the ravages of carbon emission-driven climate chaos with the massive carbon footprint of war and even preparing for war.

As always, the fact that the world’s largest militaries are the greatest polluters on a warming planet is a missing part of the story; when it comes to climate change, the focus is always on individual responsibility rather than on the busi-

ness interests and large institutions like the U.S. military that are its main drivers.

Failing to face the roots of this planetary emergency - all the roots, not just the fantasies such as electric vehicles for everyone - is why we seem to be circling the drain rather than seriously addressing what is obviously necessary.

The tragedy in Pakistan is a warning; we ignore it at our peril.

Donna Park is a grandmother of four, chair of the board of Citizens for Global Solutions Education Fund, an advisor to the Young World Federalists, and congress chair of the World Federalist Movement.

After the deluge Derek Royden Guest Columnist In 1988 climatologist James Hansen announced, “Global warming has arrived.”

Now, 34 years later, it is painfully obvious that climate catastrophe has arrived.

Featuring scenes that have become more and more routine in recent years, summer in the

northern hemisphere saw extreme heat and wildfires in many places, as well as torrential rains and colossal floods that washed away the products of human settlement in others.

The worst hit by the latter, beginning in June, was Pakistan, where an agonizing humanitarian disaster put a third of the country under water and displaced 33 million people out of a population of 230 million.

At least 1,500 people died as a direct result of the flooding, including hundreds of children. Some 180 healthcare facilities

were so damaged that they no longer function, leaving many desperate people without access to basic care for themselves and their families.

It’s hard to wrap one’s mind around the disaster, one that will continue to cause suffering in the South Asian nation through things like agricultural losses and water-borne diseases after the waters begin to recede. Pakistan is the country with the most glaciers below the arctic circle, which logically will contribute to morphing an annual fresh melt-water

blessing into a curse.

Pakistan is eighth in terms of the climate disaster impacts it has already felt and risks it faces.

Showing how unfairly this emergency is likely to play out, the country is estimated to contribute less than one percent of world carbon emissions.

This crisis is not merely happening, it is accelerating.

Many celebrated pundits fill column inches and on-air time with calls for a new cold war with China to go along with ongoing hostilities in Ukraine,

Derek Royden is a Canadian journalist.

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Time to CELEBRATE was the word for Chi Chi Chapter of Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Incorporated!

On Saturday, Sept. 17, approximately 20 members of ours met at Roar’s Restaurant, 633 Liberty Street here in the city, to celebrate 44 years of our local chapter.. We celebrated with gifts, games, food and sisterly fellowship with one another in our beautiful colors, green and yellow.

We were honored to have in our presence five of the charter members.

Elleton McCullough, a charter member and historian, reminded us about the history of our chapter. On Sept. 23, 1978, 18 registered nurses were inducted as charter members at Emmanuel Baptist Church.

The Rev. Sir Walter Mack was then the pastor. With the idea of our organizer/ founder, Yetta Clark, (the first African-American to graduate from the Bowman Gray School of Medicine Nursing Anesthesiology program in 1972), Chi Chi was chartered. Other members included: Clementine Shaw, Robbie Irvin, Mary Isom, Gloria Millner, Myrna Hughes, Ernestine Westbrook, Mary B. Thompson, Kanzenner Wilks, Virginia Adams, Mildred Smith, Helen Wat-

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From left to right: Ann Moore, Yetta Clark (founder), Robbie Irvin and Ellenton McCullough (not pictured, Gloria Millner) kins, Betty Harvey, Virginia Thombs, Maybelle Hedgley, Ann Moore and Carolyn Jones.

The charter officers were Peola McCaskill, Supreme Basileus; Warrena Turpin, regional director; and Hattie Opher, property manager. On March 15, 1991, we chartered 14 student nurses as charter members into the undergraduate chapter of Chi Chi Beta at Winston-Salem State University.

Since organized, we have continued to be dedicated to our theme, “Service for Humanity.” Down through the years, we have served our communities, local and national, with health screenings, workshops on various health issues and provided food, clothing and other family

needs. This year we raised money for scholarships for our future nurses attending WSSU by planning and implementing our first golf tournament, held on April 9 at the beautiful Winston Lake Golf Course. It was very successful and we appreciate everyone who made it possible.

Also, we partnered with the WSSU H.O.W bus for health screenings and the Novant Mobile Cruiser at St. Peter’s World Outreach Church. On July 30 we participated in blood pressure screenings at the Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church for the Rooted in Wellness Statewide Health Fair. This year we were especially glad to serve as volunteers as Medical Nightingales Aug. !-6 for the National Black

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Theatre Festival. This was a conceived and coordinated project by our deceased member, Annie Alexander.

Gloria Millner was coordinator for 2022.

We look forward to being the “vision” in our community to continue our “service for humanity.”

We thank God for our current leaders: President Panissa Caldwell; Vice President Barbara Crumb and all our officers that make this organization one to be proud to be a member.

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‘The Class That Never Was’ celebrates 50 years SUBMITTED ARTICLE

The original class of Atkins High School, class of 1972, recently came together to celebrate 50 years.

Due to changes in structure in 1971, the Junior class of Atkins was unable to graduate at our home school, making us

it closed in 1971. Our senior year would be spent at Reynolds, North Forsyth, East Forsyth, Parkland, and West Forsyth.

On Saturday, Sept. 10, several classmates from near and as far as California came together to Winston Lake for a cookout and a full day of fun, food, and fellowship, where

concluded our celebration with another cookout and sang our Alma Mater.

Our Atkins High School Camels will forever be cherished for we are “The Class That Never Was.’’ Officers are: President, Pierre Burton Vice President, Leneva

Sunday, October 23 Bailey Park, Downtown Winston-Salem Gather your family, friends, co-workers and church members to walk for better health!

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Atkins High School classmates celebrate 50th anniversary. the famous “Class That Never Was.’’ The class came together for a meet and greet on Friday, Sept. 9, at the original Atkins High School that began with a tour and reflection of pictures from our last year at Atkins.

Many of us had not been in our beloved Atkins since

we reminisced with old friends and lit a candle in remembrance of our deceased.

Our celebration continued Sunday, Sept. 11, with a church service at Shiloh Baptist Church and our very own Bishop Wallace Shields, Jr. delivered a powerful message. We

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Hip-hop icon Coolio dies at 59

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BY STACY M. BROWN

Coolio, whose signature song “Gangsta’s Paradise” played a vital role in securing hip-hop as the popular music of choice, died at age 59. The artist reportedly died on the bathroom floor of a friend’s house. While paramedics suspect Coolio succumbed to cardiac arrest, the medical examiner hasn’t released an official cause of death.

Born on Aug. 1, 1963, in Compton, Coolio’s real name was Artis Leon Ivey, Jr. He enjoyed six top Billboard hits, including 1995’s “Gangsta’s Paradise,” which reached one billion streams on Spotify earlier this year. Spending three weeks atop the Billboard Hot 100 and 11 straight weeks on the Hot Rap Songs list, “Gangsta’s Paradise” earned Coolio a Grammy and a Billboard Music Award.

The hit single earned rankings among Billboard’s 100 Greatest of All Time Hot 100 Songs.

In addition to music, Coolio enjoyed a successful television career. He appeared on shows like “Black Jesus,” “All That,” “The Nanny,” and “Fear Factor.”

“Peaceful Journey, Brother,” Questlove tweeted in tribute following news of Coolio’s death. “Heartbroken to hear of the passing of the gifted artist Coolio,” actress Michelle Pfeiffer wrote on Instagram while sharing a clip from the famous music video, where she sits across the table from Coolio.

“A life cut entirely too short. I remember him being nothing but gracious,” Pfeiffer stated.

Tributes also poured in from stars like Snoop Dogg, who posted a picture of him and Coolio from an earlier music video.

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give Him our best gift, our best offering in worship.”

There were also some first-time performers at Gospel Fest this year. Cohost Debra Terry-Stephens facilitated a great lineup of artists, some old and some new to the show. Gospel singer Christina Gaylor was one of those firsttimers to Gospel Fest, but she did not let that stop her from putting together an unbelievable set.

“My worship is pure and wherever I go I love to worship God and I love being able to be in an atmosphere where there is a variety of people and personalities and all come together and worship God,” said Gaylor about what inspires her.

“That’s really what my motivation is. Knowing that we can all come together, no matter what color you are or what background you have, when we are all together, we can stand together as one to give God the glory.”

Gaylor says she enjoyed her first time performing at Gospel Fest.

Even with the rain and the wind, she did not allow that to dampen her spirits.

Having the chance to lift the spirits of those with her music is a joy for her.

“It was a little cold and my voice is cracking a little bit, but I think overall it went well,” she continued.

“I love the atmosphere and

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est individuals he’d known while sharing a photo of himself, Snoop, and the late Tupac Shakur.

“This is sad news,” Ice Cube shared.

“I witnessed firsthand this man’s grind to the top of the industry.”

Los Angeles-based artist Teddi Gold, who worked with Coolio, also mourned the icon. “I have an immense amount of gratitude and love for Coolio,” Gold wrote in a statement. “His musicianship, big heart, sense of humor, and loyalty to his friends and family were the light he shared with the world.”

He continued: “As somebody whose music I grew up listening to, the opportunity Coolio gave me to record and perform with him was a life-changing experience I will carry with me forever. I send every ounce of love I have to his family and friends at this time.”

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the vibe of everyone.”

With Gospel Fest located at the clock tower stage near all of the food vendors, there is a lot of foot traffic that passes by during the performance.

Sherry Newman was walking by with her family and stopped to listen for a few minutes.

“We didn’t actually know exactly what was going on,” said Newman about Gospel Fest. “We were coming from the rides trying to figure out what we were going to eat and heard the music playing. It was just something that caught my ear and before I knew it, we stood there for over 10 minutes just listening to the music. We made it a point to walk back by after we ate to hear who was performing next.”

Gospel Fest had something for the young people also. Christian hip-hop artist Paul Scott brought a different flavor to the event that really catered to the younger audience in attendance.

“A lot is happening in the world, so I wanted to express what God was saying at this time,” said Scott about his performance.

Scott also writes all of his own lyrics. Being authentic is one of the most important things for him.

“I just write what I feel,” he said. “Our life gives us our best stories and I take what I can, being the author of that, and narrate that the best way I

can.”

Once again, Gospel Fest was hosted by the incredible duo of Terry and Busta Brown. Their chemistry on stage gives the event that icing on the cake and keeps the crowd engaged throughout the day.

“The joy in the faces of those that come out to praise God and the pride they have in supporting The Chronicle is what I enjoy,” said Brown.

“When we first met each other, we respected each other’s craft right away,” he said about Terry. “I thought she was hilarious, she thought I was hilarious. It’s hard to meet a woman that is that hilarious but has serious boundaries when it comes to her morals and love for God. To work with somebody who believes in you … that’s always made us tight.”

Brown credits Terry for the way she is able to bring in artists from different generations and mesh them together to put on a great show. He says when people get to see the younger and the more traditional gospel on stage, they realize that the worship is all the same.

This coming Sunday, The Chronicle will bring Jazz Fest to the Carolina Classic Fair starting at 3 p.m. Come on out and enjoy the lineup of great jazz artists.

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Timothy Ramsey Sports Columnist

And we wonder why our kids are lost Originally, I was going to write about Aaron Judge’s historic season with the New York Yankees. However, after hearing the news of the events that transpired at a local football game, my focus immediately shifted there.

For those that have not heard, there was yet another fight at a local youth sporting event. The game between Mt. Tabor vs. East Forsyth was cut short due to the fighting.

This trend of fights at high school and youth events continues to rise and it will get to the point where spectators are not allowed if this is not put in check.

What was supposed to be a matchup of the top two undefeated local teams, turned into another incident where police had to respond. The disturbance was bad enough to have officials end the game with three minutes left on the clock, ruining a terrific moment for the Eagles as they inched one step closer to their dream ending for this season.

I was not at the game, but I have heard varying accounts of what transpired. I have heard that there was a fight in the crowd that deputies responded to and pepper spray was used. I have also heard that it also spilled into the parking lot where people also had to be restrained. In any case, something unfortunate did happen and it’s happening way too often, which is quite honestly, really getting on my last nerve.

I wrote a column a couple of months back pertaining to the behavior of parents in the stands after hearing of a 7-on-7 tournament in Charlotte that was shut down because of the behavior of the parents. I see now that the problem is more widespread than I initially thought.

I thought it was bad when I heard of the incident that happened at Dudley in early September when the game was called at halftime because of multiple fights outside of the stadium. From several accounts that I have heard, the majority of the students involved were from other schools around the county, as several schools were on a bye for that week. Nonetheless, it still points to the fact that our children are getting way out of control.

To me, it seems that we are hearing about incidents like this more often, which begs the question of why?

Why does it seem that kids nowadays are more out of control than ever? Why does it feel like kids feel so comfortable misbehaving in a violent manner?

Those are the questions that I have been asking myself for several months now. I have had discussions with family and friends on the topic and there seems to be a myriad of reasons and theories out there as to why our kids are acting the way they are. They can speculate all they want to but from my experience, it comes from two main factors: the home and the advance in technology.

When I was growing up, respect was demanded See Kids on B6

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The Atkins Camels looked to pick up their first conference win on the

season last Friday against the Southern Guilford Storm. The Camels fought hard all night but were overmatched by the Storm and fell by the score of 44-14. The Camels look to get on track tomorrow night against Eastern Guilford.

NFF launches Education Committee IRVING, Texas – The National Football Foundation (NFF) and College Hall of Fame announced on Oct. 3 the formation of the NFF Education Committee, which will study and make recommendations on new initiatives to increase educational opportunities and graduation rates for those who play high school and college football.

“Since the launch of the NFF National Scholar-Athlete Awards in 1959, the NFF has remained in the vanguard of promoting the scholar-athlete ideal with more than half dozen programs currently in place, but we can do more,” said NFF Chairman Archie Manning. “Subsequently, we are establishing a committee today to study and then promote the best strategies and tactics employed by colleges and universities around the country, which reinforce our belief that excellence on the field and in the classroom are deeply intertwined.”

NFF board member Ronnie Lott, a highly successful businessman and an inductee into both the pro and college football halls of fame, will chair the committee. Additional members of the committee will include past NFF National Scholar-Athletes, athletics directors, faculty athletic representatives, coaches, academic support services personnel, NFF board members and other individuals involved with the on-andoff-field development of student-

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Hall of Famer and business leader Ronnie Lott to chair an NFF committee tasked with exploring initiatives to enhance educational opportunities and increase graduation rates. athletes.

“Football has created an infinite number of opportunities for those who play our sport, and many of us, and especially me, credit our successes to the game and the educational doors it opened for us,” said Lott. “The value of graduating from high school and college has always produced life-long benefits, and this new committee will allow the NFF to pursue new initiatives and ideas on how we all can play a greater role. These are things we have to explore to get better.”

“The football landscape is going through a generational shift at the moment, and the NFF is in a unique position to bring colleges

and universities together nationwide across all divisions and all levels of play,” said NFF President and CEO Steve Hatchell. “We are looking forward to tapping some of our nation’s top minds on how we can further foster the connections between academic and athletic excellence. By identifying and promoting the best strategies and tactics, we hope to create a valuable discussion on how we can improve graduation rates and educational opportunities for those who play football.”

The NFF currently distributes more than $1.3 million each year in scholarships, including $300,000 at the national level and more than $1 million through its

chapter network at the grassroots level.

NFF Scholar-Athlete Programs and Timeline Established 1959: NFF National Scholar-Athlete Awards presented by Fidelity Investments® The NFF National ScholarAthlete Awards presented by Fidelity Investments were established in 1959 as the first initiative in history to honor scholar-athletes with postgraduate scholarships for their combined athletic, academic and leadership abilities. The program has awarded $12.1 million to 891 top athletes since its inception, and it currently distributes around $300,000 each year.

Established 1990: The William V. Campbell Trophy® Named in honor of the late William V. Campbell, the former chairman of Intuit, former player and head coach at Columbia University and the 2004 recipient of the NFF’s Gold Medal, The William V. Campbell Trophy® has become the most prestigious and desirable “academic” award in college football. The trophy recognizes an individual as the absolute best in the country for his academic success, football performance and exemplary leadership.

The prestigious and historic New York Athletic Club serves as the official home for the trophy.

Established 2007: See NFF on B6

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Friday Night Fowler’s Top 15 teams of the Triad area (week 8) Points For 1. E. Forsyth (6-0) 279 2. Grimsley (6-0) 257 3. E. Surry (7-0) 324 4. Reidsville (6-1) 246 5. Oak Grove (6-0) 188 6. Ledford (6-0) 294 7. Eastern Alamance (5-1) 181 8. Thomasville (5-1) 167 9. Mt. Airy (6-1) 319 10. Salisbury (6-1) 266 11. Mt. Tabor (5-1) 196 12. Dudley (4-2) 193 13. Reagan (4-2) 154 14. Walkertown (4-2) 176 15. Providence Grove (5-1) 225

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Points Against 82 81 83 76 80 88 144 91 81 62 72 45 161 54 56

Honorable Mention: Eastern Randolph (5-1), McMichael (6-1), Northwest Guilford (4-2), Southwest Guilford (4-2), Cummings (3-2)

Friday Night Fowler’s Top 15 teams outside of the Triad (week 8) Points For 1. Kings Mountain (6-0) 227 2. Tarboro (6-1) 316 3. New Bern (7-0) 304 4. South Point (6-0) 235 5. Hough (5-1) 223 6. Seventy-First (6-0) 208 7. Butler (6-1) 318 8. Chambers (5-2) 164 9. Charlotte Catholic (5-1) 230 10. Wallace Rose-Hill (6-1) 336 11. Cleveland (6-0) 231 12. Olympic (6-0) 268 13. Lee County (6-0) 242 14. Weddington (5-1) 317 15. Independence (5-1) 268

Points Against 47 113 23 67 46 46 59 77 137 98 89 39 78 136 86

Honorable Mention: Burns (5-1), Wake Forest (5-1), A.C. Reynolds (6-1), Hertford County (6-0), E. Lincoln (6-0)

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October is Youth Justice Action Month

Elder Richard Wayne Wood Sunday School Lesson

Stephen’s Arrest and Speech Scriptures: Acts 6:8-7:2a.

By the end of this lesson, we will: *Discuss the stand that Stephen took as a response to his faith; *Feel motivated to confront principalities and powers of our day; *Seek the power and wisdom of the Spirit in our efforts to speak truth.

Background: There is controversy building in the Book of Acts starting in chapter four. Peter and John are called before the Council for teaching of resurrection, the apostles are flogged and released with orders to not speak in the name of Jesus in chapter five. There are complaints within the church by the Hellenists and the Hebrews in the beginning of chapter six. Enter Stephen mid chapter, one of seven chosen having “good reputation, full of the Holy Spirit and wisdom.” Stephen was a Hellenist (Greek speaking) Jew whose name means “Wreath” or “Crown.” His job was to handle the daily administration of the church and manage the church’s food distribution program. Stephen is best known as the first Christian martyr.

Lesson: Introduction of Stephen (Acts 6:8-10).

“And Stephen, full of faith and power, did wonders and signs among the people (verse 8). Stephen relied on God and was full of God’s grace and power. He represented God in his words and actions. Up to this point, the apostles performed the miracles, but Luke states that God had given this power to Stephen also. “Then there arose some from what is called the Synagogue of the Freedmen … disputing Stephen (verse 9a.). “Freedmen” indicates a group of Jews of Italian origin who settled in Jerusalem. Included also were Africans and Asians.

They together “rose up and argued with Stephen” (verse 9b.). “Argued” translated signifies a formal debate. Stephen debated with the group and empowered by the Holy Spirit; he showed greater wisdom (verse 10).

Opposition to Stephen (verses 11-14). “Then they secretly induced men to say, “We have heard him speak blasphemous words against Moses and God.” (verse 11). The Jews were jealous over their law and could not understand how Christ had come to fulfill the law as preached by Stephen. So unable to prevail over Stephen in an open debate, they resorted to deceit and conspiracy. They recruited false witnesses to spread lies about Stephen with ill intent. Blaspheming God or cursing a divine name was punishable by death. “And they stirred up the people … and dragged him away and brought him before the Council” (verse 12). The Jewish Council (Sanhedrin) was the highest ruling body and supreme court of the Jews. The opponents of Stephen accused him falsely of blaspheming in three areas: (1) God, (2) Moses or the Law and (3) the Temple (verse 13). “…

Jesus of Nazareth will destroy this place and change the customs which Moses delivered us.” (verse 14). This was too a false accusation since Jesus’ words referred to His own body (John 2:21). Because the Jews were proud of their temple, they refused to believe that God would permit it to be destroyed.

Stephen’s Effect on the Sanhedrin (verses 15-7:2a.).

“And fixing their gaze on him … the Council saw his face like the face of an angel (verse 15). His accusers couldn’t believe how Stephen appeared. He was on trial before the highest religious court of Jews – honored, educated and powerful men. Yet knowing he had been See Arrest on B5

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Youth For Christ’s Juvenile Justice Ministry inspires communities toward action in walking with justice-involved youth. YFC leader: “I’m a firm believer that the juvenile justice system wouldn’t have to exist if we all responded the way Jesus calls us to.”

In any given year in America, there are approximately 740,000 teens referred to the juvenile justice system, some of whom will be confined to a corrections facility, others who will be diverted into a community-based alternative, and many who will be court sanctioned to probation. The sad fact is that for young people who are actively incarcerated, a detention center may be the only place they feel safe, have reliable meals, are sober, or are not facing constant trauma. For justice-involved young people who continue to stay in their communities, many continue to face adverse experiences such as relational trauma, racial trauma, community violence, and lack of access to basic needs.

It is during these moments of crisis that justiceinvolved young people are most open to hearing the transformational message of Jesus Christ. That is why Youth For Christ’s (YFC, www.yfc.net) Juvenile Justice Ministry (JJM) works to create a care model geared toward fostering holistic connections and secure relationships with young people during any point of contact with the juvenile justice system.

YFC’s strategy is to come alongside young people and walk alongside them on their journey with Jesus, balancing the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual aspects of life.

YFC JJM staff and volunteers build relationships that are sustained through ongoing involvement as young people navigate the different pillars encompassing the juvenile justice system: community, courts, and corrections.

YFC National Juvenile

Justice Ministry Specialist Chelsie Coleman has extensive experience working with justice-involved youth in juvenile corrections facilities and residential programs as a mental health counselor. She also is a degreed specialist in trauma and substance use disorders.

“Trauma is our mission field right now,” Coleman stated. “We’re seeing a generation where every young person has been impacted by trauma, whether that is an individual trauma or collective trauma, such as a global pandemic.

“For many adults in America, the perception they have of young people involved in the juvenile justice system is based on the stories they hear on the news. It could be something like a teenager taking part in a serious crime such as carjacking or a shooting of some kind. Often, people make assumptions that they are bad kids that just need to pull themselves up by their bootstraps and make better choices.”

Coleman continued, “However, think of a country overseas being impacted by the trauma of war, where survivors are experiencing PTSD, and we hear stories in the news of kids stealing to survive or being forced to make really hard decisions so they can make it through their day. Our responses are not that those kids need to make better choices. We typically say, ‘Wow, you’ve experienced so much trauma - how can

we help you with that?’

“Why can’t we have that mentality for our youth here? When we consider factors such as gun violence or domestic abuse, we begin to realize that war is also happening in our own neighborhoods and in our own homes that our youth in the system have experienced just as much trauma.”

Coleman said, “What would it look like for the Church to reclaim and reimagine Matthew 25 when Jesus commends those who ‘visited’ Him while He was sick and in prison?

What is really compelling about that verse is that Jesus is actually talking about Himself being in prison, not the other way around. We need to consider this paradigm shift when it comes to juvenile justice. I am not going inside a detention center to bring Jesus to the kids - Jesus is already there because our youth are made in the image of God. “Dominique Gilliard explained that we’re all called to go into prisons to be present with Jesus there. Gillard said, ‘Some communities and congregations will be called and best equipped to focus on ministering within the walls of prisons, while others will focus on walking alongside families with incarcerated loved ones.

Still others will focus on prevention, and others will prioritize reentry and resourcing returning citizens. We are not all called to the same thing, but we

are all called to something.

Every congregation has a role to play.’

“This is why JJM exists — to create this faithbased continuity of a care model geared toward fostering holistic connection and secure relationships with young people during any point of contact with the juvenile justice system.

We all have a role to play.

I’m a firm believer that the juvenile justice system wouldn’t have to exist if we all responded the way Jesus calls us to.”

YFC chapters impact thousands of communities across the nation, seeking out and serving youth from all walks of life. Young people are silently struggling through a wide variety of challenging issues - and through the YFC ministry, God empowers them and they see the living power of a loving God. YFC trains its leaders in a proven, relational ministry model called 3Story®, which encourages staff and volunteers to be good news while also sharing the stories of the Good News of Jesus. It involves building relationships through the ups and downs of everyday life to lead people to Christ.

YFC has been a pillar of missional ministry since 1944, when Dr. Billy Graham served as YFC’s first full-time staff member. Since then, Youth For Christ has continued to be both a rural and urban ministry on mission, and it is always about the message of Jesus. YFC reaches young people everywhere, working together with the local church and other like-minded partners to raise up lifelong followers of Jesus who lead by their godliness in lifestyle, devotion to the Word of God and prayer, passion for sharing the love of Christ, and commitment to social involvement. Youth For Christ operates in over 100 nations and has over 130 chapters that impact communities across America.

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Thursdays and Saturdays Free Meals Christ Rescue Temple Church, 1500 North Dunleith Ave., will serve hot meals as part of the People Helping People Feeding Program. Meals will be served every Thursday and Saturday from noon until 1 p.m. at the church’s location. For more information, call 336-7229841.

Each Sunday Worship services Green Street United Methodist Church, 639 S. Green St., Winston-Salem, invites you to join online worship services on Sundays at 11 a.m., or in-person services at 8:45 a.m. The 11 a.m. service, which is available via Facebook and YouTube, is a celebration of the diversity of the human family, a no-frills service that is thoughtful, personal, and deeply spiritual. The 8:45 a.m. service is a quiet, contemplative space including prayer, scripture, preaching, and communion; masks and social distancing will be in effect in the sanctuary. Join us at www. greenstreetumc.org, on YouTube, or on Facebook.

Each Sunday Sunday service Transformation Ministries will have service every Sunday at 10 a.m. We are located at 4880 Burnette Drive. Masks are required.

3rd Friday of each month Women’s fellowship The Antioch Baptist Church (ABC) Women, 5061 Lansing Dr., cordially invites all women to join us the third Friday of each month at 7 p.m. for conversation as we share and embrace each other in these challenging times. Join us via conference call. Dial in: 267-807-9601 Access Code:189545592#. Rev. Frederick L. Barnes, Jr. is the senior pastor. For more information, call 336-9923751.

Oct. 8 Community outreach The Senior Missionary Auxiliary of the Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church will have a “Giving is a Part of Living” community outreach on Saturday, October 8, from 9 - 11 a.m. Everything is free! There’ll be clothing, housewares, books, toys, shoes and more! The church is located at 3978 Pine Hall Road, Walkertown, N.C. Oct. 9 First Waughtown Baptist Church (FWBC) Sunday is Pastor (Clergy) Appreciation Day. In his 39th year as senior pastor of First Waughtown Baptist Church, Dr. Dennis W. Bishop will deliver the morning message. Front doors will open at 9:15 a.m. for screening, devotion, and announcements prior to the 10 a.m.

service. Completed waiver forms and masks that cover the nose and mouth are required. The form can be submitted electronically on the FWBC website – www. firstwaughtown.org -- click on RE-ENTRY 2022, and printed copies are available in the lobby. Other in-person protocols and information about 6 pm virtual Sunday School are accessible via the FWBC homepage RE-ENTRY link. Persons who prefer to worship virtually can find the service on YouTube, https://www.youtube.com (First Waughtown); Facebook, https://www.facebook. com/FirstWaughtown/; and the First Waughtown website, https://www.firstwaughtown.org. (NOTE: Services are posted on a one-week delay.)

Oct. 18 Fall conference and fundraiser MY FACE, Inc. is sponsoring a Fall Conference and Fundraiser at Centenary United Methodist Church, 646 West 5th St, Oct, 15 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The keynote motivational speaker will be Darlene Sparks Washington, Executive Director, Portsmouth Volunteer for the Homeless. She will speak on strength through struggle, her personal story. There will be workshops and lunch will be served. Donations are $60 per person. Limited scholarships are available and gift bags for everyone.

Go to www.myfaceinc.org to register or call 336-3313320 for more information. MY FACE prepares single women to live and thrive abundantly and efficiently.

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NOTICE OF GENERAL ELECTION TO BE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE FORSYTH COUNTY DISTRICT COURT DIVISION

WINSTON-SALEM/FORSYTH HOUSING CONSORTIUM CONSOLIDATED HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PLAN

HELD NOVEMBER 8, 2022 FORSYTH COUNTY – NORTH CAROLINA

A statewide general election will be held on Tuesday,

November 8, 2022 in Forsyth County to vote for the fol-

lowing contests: US Senate (1 seat), US House of Rep-

resentatives District 5 (1 seat), US House of

Representatives District 6 (1 seat), North Carolina Supreme Court Associate Justice-Seat 3 (1 seat), North

Carolina Supreme Court Associate Justice-Seat 5 (1 seat), North Carolina Court of Appeals Judge-Seat 8 (1

seat), North Carolina Court of Appeals Judge-Seat 9 (1

seat), North Carolina Court of Appeals Judge-Seat 10 (1

seat), North Carolina Court of Appeals Judge-Seat 11 (1 seat), North Carolina State Senate District 31 (1 seat),

North Carolina State Senate District 32 (1 seat), North

Carolina House of Representatives District 71 (1 seat),

North Carolina House of Representatives District 72 (1

seat), North Carolina House of Representatives District

74 (1 seat), North Carolina House of Representatives District 75 (1 seat), North Carolina House of Represen-

tatives District 91 (1 seat), North Carolina Superior Court Judge District 21A-Seat 1 (1 seat), North Carolina Superior Court Judge District 21A-New Seat 2 (1 seat),

North Carolina District Court Judge District 21-Seat 1

(1 seat), North Carolina District Court Judge District 21-

Seat 2 (1 seat), North Carolina District Court Judge Dis-

trict 21- Seat 3 (1 seat), North Carolina District Court

Judge District 21-Seat 4 (1 seat), North Carolina District Court Judge District 21-Seat 9 unexpired term (1 seat),

District Attorney District 31 (1 seat), Forsyth County

Board of Commissioners At-Large (1 seat), Forsyth

County Board of Commissioners District A (2 seats),

Forsyth County Board of Commissioners District B (1 seat), Forsyth County Board of Education At-Large (3

Seats), Forsyth County Board of Education District 1 (2

seats), Forsyth County Board of Education District 2 (4 seats), Forsyth County Clerk of Superior Court (1 seat),

Forsyth County Sheriff (1 seat), Forsyth County Soil and

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of the election, Tuesday, November 8, 2022. One-Stop

Early Voting locations and schedule may be obtained by

calling the Forsyth County Board of Elections or viewed on the website, www.fcvotes.com. One-Stop Early Vot-

ing will be open from Thursday, October 20th until Saturday, November 5th at 3:00 p.m. The Forsyth County Board of Elections will meet Friday, November 18, 2022

at 11:00 a.m. at the Forsyth County Government Center,

to canvass the votes cast in the election in Forsyth County.

All persons who are registered to vote with the Forsyth

County Board of Elections may vote in this election.

Those who are not already registered to vote in the county must register by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, October 14,

IN THE MATTER OF: NAVAEH COOPER DOB: 08-25-21

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NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION TO: John Doe - father of the juvenile TAKE NOTICE that a Juvenile Petition seeking relief against you have 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 child pursuant to N.C.G.S. 7B-1111.

You are required to make a written answer to the Petition 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 Petitions within the 40 day period specified herein or to attend the hearing on the said Petition, the Petitioner will apply to the Court for terminating your parental rights to the above-referenced juvenile.

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 Wednesday, November 9, 2022 at 10:30 a.m., 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 23rd day of September, 2022 Theresa A. Boucher Deputy County Attorney Forsyth County Department of Social Services 741 Highland Avenue Winston-Salem, N.C. 27101

cated at 201 N. Chestnut Street, Winston-Salem, NC

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who are not registered in the county by that deadline may

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2022 at the Forsyth County Board of Elections office lo-

27101; Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Voters

register and vote during One-Stop Early Voting only, and

will be required to provide documentation of their identity and residence. In addition, voters who have moved since the last election, need to make address changes,

change their party affiliation, or process a name change must do so by the registration deadline. Otherwise, a cur-

rent Forsyth County registered voter who has moved

within the county may transfer their precinct on Election Day according to the provision of G.S. 163-82.15 (e).

Registration forms are also available at the Department

of Motor Vehicles when obtaining or renewing a driver’s

license,

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lot by mail is by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, November 1, 2022.

An extension may be possible for voters with an illness

or disability. Absentee voting requires the voter to complete an application on the ballot return envelope that

must be witnessed by two qualified persons or a notary public. Completed absentee ballots must be returned to the Forsyth County Board of Elections by 5:00 p.m. on

Election Day. Ballots received by mail after this time will be considered timely if they are received by Monday, November 14th (subject to change pending court

order) and are postmarked on or before Election Day. If

the voter lives in a facility such as a nursing home, and the voter’s near relative or legal guardian is not avail-

able, the voter or the facility may arrange to have the

county board of elections schedule a visit by a Multi-

partisan Assistance Team to provide assistance and serve

as witnesses.

Voters voting in person are entitled to assistance by an

election official, or, if assistance is needed due to dis-

ability or illiteracy, by a qualified person of their choice.

Voting sites are accessible to all voters. Curbside voting

is available for voters who are not physically able to

enter the voting sites. The voting places may be obtained by calling the Forsyth County Board of Elections or

viewed on www.fcvotes.com.

Persons with questions about registration, polling places,

early voting, absentee ballots, a Multi-partisan Assistance Team visit to a facility or other election matters

may call the Forsyth Board of Elections Office at (336)

703-2800, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.,

Monday through Friday.

This is the 15th day of September 2022.

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Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Teretha Millner (22 E 001605), also known as Teretha Beaty Millner, Teretha B. Millner, deceased February 15, 2021, Forsyth County, North Carolina, this is to Notify all persons, firms, and corporation having claims against the Estate of said deceased to present them to the undersigned on or before November 30, 2022 this Notice will be pleaded in bar of recovery. All persons indebted to the said decedent or estate shall please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 29th day of September, 2022.

John Beaty Executor for Teretha Millner, deceased 2740 Reynolds Park Rd. Winston-Salem, NC 27107 The Chronicle September 29, and October 6, 13, 20, 2022 NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Having qualified as Administrator of the Estate of Dennis Louis McClam, Jr. (21 E 2918), also known as Dennis McClam, Jr., Dennis Louis McClam, deceased February 10, 2021, Forsyth County, North Carolina, this is to Notify all persons, firms, and corporation having claims against the Estate of said deceased to present them to the undersigned on or before January 9, 2023 this Notice will be pleaded in bar of recovery. All persons indebted to the said decedent or estate shall please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 6th day of October, 2022.

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PUBLIC HEARING AND ORIENTATION The Winston-Salem/Forsyth Housing Consortium will hold a public hearing to obtain views on community development and housing needs for the program year beginning July 1, 2023 and ending June 30, 2024. An assessment of the prior and current program year will be provided. An orientation to the Community Agency Funding Process will also be presented. All interested individuals and groups are invited to attend.

DATE: Thursday, October 20, 2022 TIME: 2:00 PM PLACE: Virtually thourgh Zoom Directions for attending this meeting will be posted at CityofWS.org/335 on October 17th.

APPLICATION FOR FUNDING In addition, the City of Winston-Salem will accept applications for funding of community development projects for the year beginning July 1, 2023 through a citywide Community Agency Funding Process. The application will be available starting October 17, 2022 on-line on the City website at https://www.cityofws.org/335/CommunityAgencies. Contact Rene′ Williams at (336) 7477094 or communityagencies@cityofws.org for more information. Proposals are due by November 18, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.

The City of Winston-Salem does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, age, national origin, religion, or disability in its employment opportunities, programs, or service.

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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE FORSYTH COUNTY DISTRICT COURT DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF: JOSHUA EVANS DOB: 02-03-22

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NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION TO: Casey Cress – mother of the juvenile TAKE NOTICE that a Juvenile Petition seeking relief against you have been filed in the aboveentitled action. The nature of the relief being sought is an adjudication of Termination of your Parental Rights with respect to the above-referenced child pursuant to N.C.G.S. 7B-1111.

You are required to make a written answer to the Petition 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 Petitions within the 40 day period specified herein or to attend the hearing on the said Petition, the Petitioner will apply to the Court for terminating your parental rights to the above-referenced juvenile.

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 Monday, January 9, 2023 at 9:30 a.m., 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 28th day of September, 2022 Theresa A. Boucher Deputy County Attorney Forsyth County Department of Social Services 741 Highland Avenue Winston-Salem, N.C. 27101 The Chronicle October 6, 13, 20 2022 NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA FORSYTH COUNTY In the General Court of Justice Superior Court Division 22 CVS 4622 City of Winston-Salem, Plaintiff, V. Unkown Heirs of LORETTA STOKES, Defendants.

Take Notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above entitled civil action. The nature of the relief being sought is as follows: The condemnation and appropriation of a permanent trail easement for the City of Winston-Salem Peters Creek Outfall Replacement, Project #710162, being in Winston Township, Forsyth County, North Carolina, and being the following tract of land: Being known and designated as tax PIN 682690-7457 acquired by Loretta Stokes by deed recorded in the Forsyth County Registry.

You are required to make defense to such pleading not later than January 30, 2023; and upon failure to do so, the party seeking service against you will apply to the court for the relief sought.

This the 6th day of October, 2022.

City of Winston-Salem S/: Pridgen Green Assistant City Attorney P.O. Box 2511 Winston-Salem, NC 27102 (336) 773-7855 The Chronicle October 6, 13, 20, 2022

LEGAL NOTICES NORTH CAROLINA

FORSYTH COUNTY In the Matter of the Building Located at

1411 N. Liberty Street, Winston-Salem, NC Known as Parcel ID: 6836-52-4486.000

SERVICE BY PUBLICATION

TO: ARTHUR DAVIS, JUDY JOYNER HARPER,

STEPHEN JOYNER, AND THE UNKNOWN HEIRS OF WILL WILSON DAVIS, LOIS QUINN, GLADYS

SMITH, ARTHUR DAVIS, EDWARD JOYNER, IMOGENE JOYNER, RAY JOYNER, AND EDWARD BEVERLY JOYNER

This notice applies to all next of kin of the property owner(s)

of the address at 1411 N. Liberty Street including known or unknown heirs, devisees, successors, transferees, legal

representatives, (deceased) or any other assigns whether in

being or not in being, or en ventre sa mere, including those

under mental disability, in the military service, minors, the spouse of each, if any, the beneficiaries or trustees of each,

if any, all other persons, firms, or corporations, active or dis-

solved, foreign or domestic, who now have, or might in any

contingency have, or claim, or may hereafter claim, any right, title or interest or estate this property.

ORDER

THIS MATTER being heard before the undersigned Build-

ing Inspector of the City of Winston-Salem on September 8,

2022, pursuant to the Complaint and Notice of Hearing duly

issued and served upon the owners of record and parties of

interest as required by law. Stephen Joyner and Nyrell Joyner

were present on behalf of the property owners. Tracy

Phillips, Chief Building Official, Michael Morton, Assistant

Fire Marshal, and Jerry Kontos, Deputy City Attorney, were

present on behalf of the City of Winston-Salem. The undersigned hereby does make the following findings of fact: FINDINGS OF FACT

1. On Thursday, August 4, 2022, between the hours of 11:00

a.m. and 1:00 p.m., Jamison Roe, Building Inspector for the

City of Winston-Salem, met a team of colleagues for a site

visit at the building located upon the address of 1411 N. Lib-

erty Street in Winston Salem, also known as Parcel ID: 6836-52-4486.000 (collectively the “Building”).

2. Under the authority of an administrative search warrant issued pursuant to NC G.S. 15-27.2 to Michael Morton with

the Winston Salem Fire Department, the door was breached as needed for proper inspection.

3. Upon entry, the following observations were made: 4. Upon entry, the following observations were made:

(a) This is a single-story building that appears to be a slab

on grade.

(b) The exterior walls are made up of block/brick and has

red iron girders that support the wood framed roof system.

These are the only elements of the buildings that appear to be stable at this time.

(c) The wood framed roof system is failing or has already

failed and collapsed in multiple areas. Majority of the roof

system that is still standing is deteriorated to the point where the rubber roofing membrane is exposed to the floor below.

There are several areas where vegetation is growing over the

exterior walls and into the space within.

(d) All electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems are de-

teriorated or damaged beyond repair.

5. Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 160D-1119 and Sec. 10-36.1(a) of

the Code of Ordinances of the City of Winston-Salem, the

Building was declared unsafe by the Building Inspector, appearing to meet one or more of the following conditions: (i)

constitutes a fire or safety hazard; (ii) is dangerous to life,

health or other property; (iii) is likely to cause or contribute to blight, disease, vagrancy or danger to children; or (iv) is considered by the city to have a tendency to attract persons

intent on criminal activities or other activities that would constitute a public nuisance.

6. Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 160D-1121 and Section 10-36.4

of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Winston-Salem, no-

tice of the unsafe building declaration and the administrative

hearing was posted on the Building on August 25, 2022 and

published in the Winston-Salem Chronicle on August 25, 2022 and September 1, 2022.

7. No owners have disputed the unsafe building declaration

of the Building Inspector and the determination that the Building (i) constitutes a fire or safety hazard; (ii) is danger-

ous to life, health or other property; (iii) is likely to cause or contribute to blight, disease, vagrancy or danger to children;

or (iv) is considered by the City to have a tendency to attract

persons intent on criminal activities or other activities that would constitute a public nuisance.

NOW, THEREFORE, based upon these Findings of Fact,

the Building Inspector

CONCLUDES AS A MATTER OF LAW: 1. That pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 160D-1122 and Section 10-

36.5 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Winston-

Salem, the sole remedy and proper corrective action in this

matter is the demolition and removal of the Building.

NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS ORDERED, ADJUDGED AND DECREED THAT:

1. The Building shall be demolished and removed within sixty (60) days of the date of this Order.

This the 4th day of October 2022.

Jamison Roe, Building Inspector

M/W/BE BID NOTICES DAVIE COUNTY EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICE #4 INVITATION TO BID A single prime combined bid for all work will be received for General, Civil, Plumbing, Mechanical, and Electrical prime contracts for the construction of a new EMS outpost by Davie County in the General Services Conference Room, Tuesday, October 25, 2022 at 3:00 P.M. located at 298 E. Depot Street, Mocksville, North Carolina, 27028, at which time the bids will be opened. All proposals shall be lump-sum.

The extent of the work is shown on the drawings & specified in the project manual.

The project consists of a 3,492 sf, single story Emergency Medical Service outpost for Davie County. The facility is a slab on grade, pre-engineered metal building with metal wall panels and metal roof.

Bidding documents, drawings and specifications may be examined in the office of Fuller Architecture.

Pdf’s of the drawings and specifications will be made available to all bidders via a shared Dropbox folder.

Each proposal must be accompanied by a Bid Deposit of cash, certified check or a fully executed Bid Bond payable to the Davie County in an amount of five percent (5%) of the gross amount of the proposal executed in accordance with and conditioned as prescribed by North Carolina General Statute 143-129 as amended.

If the successful bidder fails to execute the contract within 45 days after the award or fails to give satisfactory surety as required by law, the above deposit will be retained by the Davie County. All contractors are hereby notified that they must be properly licensed under the laws of North Carolina governing their trades.

A Payment and Performance Bond will be required each in the sum equal to 100% of the Contract Sum. No Bidder may withdraw his bid within 45 days after the scheduled closing time for receipt of bids.

Bidders shall use complete sets of Bidding Documents in preparing Bids. Neither the Owner or the Architect assumes responsibility for errors or misinterpretations resulting from the use of incomplete sets of Bidding Documents.

A Pre-Bid meeting will be held for all interested bidders and vendors at 1:00 P.M. on Tuesday, the 11th day of October, 2022 at the project site, located at the intersection of Howardtown Circle & Cornatzer Road, Mocksville, North Carolina, 27028.

Contractors are hereby notified that Davie County has a verifiable ten (10) percent goal for the participation by minority businesses in the total value of work for which the contract is awarded in order to follow North Carolina G.S. 143-128. Minority percentages will not be the basis for selecting the low bidder. All minority businesses are encouraged to participate in bidding this project.

Davie County reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive informalities.

City of Winston-Salem

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Community Calendar NOW Volunteers needed Samaritan Ministries needs volunteers to help with lunch and dinner seven days a week 365 days a year. The lunch shift for volunteers is from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Sundays. The dinner shift is from 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. every night. For more information about Samaritan Ministries and to sign up to volunteer, please visit samaritanforsyth. org. Samaritan Ministries is located at 414 East Northwest Boulevard near downtown WinstonSalem.

and be present in the joys of the great outdoors.

Oct. 8 Bird outing Beginning, curious, and experienced birders are always welcome to join us every second Saturday and last Monday.

This month’s Saturday outing is October 8 at 8 a.m. at Miller Park. Meet in the Queen Street parking lot of Miller Park. We will look for fall migrants.

Binoculars available to borrow. Please contact forsythaudubon.org with accessibility questions.

All are welcome for a chance to breathe, relax,

Oct. 14 Fiction contest The annual NC State Fiction Contest is a free literary competition open to all North Carolina residents, including outof-state and international students who are enrolled at North Carolina universities. It remains one of the largest free-toenter fiction contests in the South. The postmark deadline is October 14.

For more information and guidelines, visit go.ncsu. edu/fictioncontest.

Oct. 8 & 22 Cemetery cleanup Volunteers will be needed for cleanup at the Happy Hill Cemetery on the 2nd and 4th Saturday mornings starting at 9:30 a.m., that will be October 8 and 22. The location is 888 Willow Street (Willow and Pitts off Free Street). Bring gloves, wear sturdy shoes and dress appropriate for the weather. Bring clippers or any yard equipment you may have. Bring your form to get service credit. For questions, contact Mrs. Maurice Johnson (336) 978-2866.

Oct. 15 – Dec. 7 Medicare open enrollment sessions The Annual Medicare Open Enrollment period will take place from October 15 to December 7, 2022.

Annual enrollment assistance will be provided by volunteer and staff of the Shepherd’s Center of Greater WinstonSalem, the Forsyth County coordinating site for the North Carolina Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP).

One hour appointments will be offered during the period subject to the availability of counselors.

Appointments must be made by calling the Shepherd’s Center at 336748-0217 during weekdays from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Oct. 24 Medicare workshop The Shepherd’s Center of Greater WinstonSalem is offering a virtual workshop for individuals turning 65 (as well as those who already have Medicare) to learn about the different insurance options available.

The session will be held virtually via Zoom on Monday, October 24,

from 3 - 4:30 p.m. through computer and telephone access.

The session is provided at no cost.

Because space is limited, reservations are required.

Contact the Shepherd’s Center at 336-748-0217 orInfo@shepherdscenter. org for more information or to reserve a seat.

Nov. 4 Alzheimer’s walk The Alzheimer’s Association - Western Carolina Chapter will be hosting Walk to End Alzheimer’s – WinstonSalem at Truist Stadium located at 951 Ballpark Way on Nov. 4. Checkin opens at 9 a.m. with an opening ceremony and walk at 10 a.m. To sign up as a walker or Team Captain or to learn more about becoming a sponsor or volunteer of Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Winston-Salem, visit act. alz.org/WinstonSalem or call 800-272-3900.

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falsely accused, (just as Jesus was) – His face reflected the aura of a person who is close to God and at perfect peace with confidence and trust in God. Stephen knew his life was in God’s hand and that Jesus never forsakes His people. “Then said the high priest, Are these things so? (7:1). Caiaphas (most likely) asks “How do you plead?” And he said, “Brethren and fathers, listen” (verse 2a.).

Stephen was about to respond to his accusers by speaking to them about that which they “knew” – the prophecies and teachings of the Old Testament.

(The UMI Annual Commentary 2021-2022, The King James Study Bible, The Modern Life Study Bible, The New Interpreters Study Bible, The Wiersbe Study Bible and The Oxford Bible Commentary).

For Your Consideration: What does the opposition to Stephen highlight for you? What is the danger of status quo?

Application: Stephen had his facts straight and communicated them with passion. He also demonstrated the love of Christ in things he did for the poor. Be like Stephen, ask God to empower you to tell people about Christ.

Ask for wisdom for the things to say. Before you speak up for Christ, demonstrate your love for others in the things you do.

(UMI) FYI: Forsyth County Sunday School Union will meet “virtually” every third Sunday, at 3 p.m. with teaching and programs. You may join using the following “Zoom” credentials: ID 819 7872 9662, Passcode 787444, Phone: 1-301-715-8592.

YEP! Career Day

open to all youth, ages 12-17

This speed-dating style event will offer a glimpse into different professions, matching interests with opportunities or possibly serve as an introduction to something new!

Tuesday, October 18 6:00 - 8:00 PM Goodwill Center at 2701 University Parkway Register your child by October 12 to secure their spot and the opportunity to talk to a variety of local professionals!

(336) 306-8433 TrainingEd@habitatforsyth.org habitatforsyth.org

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October 6, 2022

Kids

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in the home by my parents and outside of the home by the other adults I encountered in school or the neighborhood. I was deathly afraid of disrespecting my parents, adults in the neighborhood that knew my parents, or even teachers at the school. Nowadays, it seems that respect has been lost on our young folks.

I remember being scared to death of my teacher calling my parents and telling them that I had been disrespectful at school. The threat of that whooping I was going to receive for my bad behavior had me on pins and needles the entire ride home on the school bus. It also made me think twice about it, the next time I even thought about doing something wrong.

Not only was I scared of my parents, other adults in the neighborhood had the authority to discipline me as well and if they didn’t, they would tell my parents what I was doing wrong. So, I had to be on my best behavior at all times in the neighborhood. It just doesn’t seem like the kids now have that same level of respect and fear for adults as when I was growing up.

Also, kids have access to things these days that we did not when we were younger. Kids now can see anything at the drop of a hat online through YouTube, social media, television shows and movies, which makes them grow up faster than ever. They are also allowed to be around grown people while they are talking. Growing up, we were not allowed to be around adults while they were talking. We were immediately sent to the other room.

But to be honest, I can’t blame the kids for acting the way they act on the court or in the stands, because of the way some of these parents are acting in the stands. Kids are

just emulating what they see their parents doing, and the adults are acting more like children at these games, to tell the truth.

I get to see the unruly parents from different perspectives. As a referee, a parent of an athlete, and also as a journalist. Some of the things I hear from the stands are appalling and sad. It has gotten to a point where I hear grown men and women belittling and insulting teenage children on the court or field.

It even happens on social media all too frequently as well. Is this where we have come to as a society?

I see nothing wrong with good-natured banter back and forth between rival teams, or even a little trash talk from folks in the crowd. But when it gets to the point of tearing down a 16-year-old kid, or using profanity against a child, that’s going too far. I thought the point of sports was to uplift the kids and teach them discipline.

What pains me the most to write is that Black people are the most common offenders. I am saddened by the fact that we as Black people are portraying ourselves in this way at youth sporting events. And we wonder why we are lagging behind the other races in so many areas. Hell, we can’t even convene together at a youth sports game without fighting. I can’t say exactly how I truly feel as I am not allowed to write that in print, but let’s just say it makes me sick to my stomach. We must do better as a people or else we are doomed to continue down this dangerous path.

I get so upset about this issue because of the potential we have as a people.

Why is there such a need to continue this crabs-ina-barrel mentality, when if we came together, we could prosper so greatly inside and outside of our own communities.

But no, that’s not important. Let’s just continue to fight about whose high school team is better.

Yeah, that’s smart.

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NFF

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Hampshire Honor Society The NFF Hampshire Honor Society is chosen annually and comprised of college football players from all divisions of the NCAA, NAIA and sprint football who each maintained a cumulative 3.2 GPA or better throughout their college careers.

The initiative has honored 14,655 student-athletes since its inception.

Established 2008: NFF® National Scholar-Athlete Alumni Association The NFF Scholar-Athlete Alumni Association provides a powerful vehicle for past honorees to remain in the vanguard of the NFF’s current efforts through donations. This group of past NFF National Scholar-Athletes has stepped forward to give back and support future generations.

Established 2011: NFF Faculty Salutes, presented by Fidelity Investments® Launched in 2011 by Fidelity Investments and the NFF, the NFF Faculty Salutes are an extension of the NFF National Scholar-Athlete Awards Program that provides postgraduate scholarships for college football’s elite student-athletes. As part of the program, each school with a member of the NFF National Scholar-Athlete Class presented by Fidelity Investments receives recognition for their faculty athletics representative, and a $5,000 donation per school from Fidelity is made to support the academic support services for student-athletes at each school. The salutes have recognized 152 FARs since the program’s inception,

and Fidelity has made a total of $755,000 in donations.

Established 2013: NFF Leadership Hall of Fame The National Football Foundation launched the NFF Leadership Hall of Fame in 2013 as a powerful new vehicle for recognizing the country’s most influential individuals who have ascended to the highest levels of success; exhibited the critical leadership qualities that transcend ordinary enterprises; touched the lives of their fellow workers and countrymen; and established the high standards for the young people of our nation to emulate. The NFF Leadership Hall of Fame has helped raise and distribute millions of dollars for the NFF scholarship programs.

Established 2017: Campbell Trophy®

Summit, proudly sponsored by Intuit The Campbell Trophy® Summit, proudly sponsored by Intuit, is a three-day event at Stanford University, which provides all past nominees for the award a powerful opportunity to interact and learn from many of the nation’s top entrepreneurs and Silicon Valley CEOs about the lessons that have guided them to highest levels of success.

Established 2018: NFF High School Team of Distinction The NFF Team of Distinction honors the top high school scholar-athletes from around the country and the NFF Chapter Network as the best and the brightest at the local level.

Each chapter is only allowed one nomination per year. The members are recognized for their academic,

Walk with a Doc

Join us for “Walk with a Doc!” This doctor led group is a fun and safe place to go for a walk, learn about health and meet new friends. The event is free, and all are welcome!

Walk with a Doc Every Second Saturday October 8 | 9 – 10 a.m.

Newell Massey Greenway 901 Waterworks Road Winston-Salem, NC 27101 Meet at the park right by the Ray Agnew Baseball Fields (Rain Location: Hanes Mall) To learn more and pre-register, visit aarp.cvent.com/AARPTriadWWAD * Please consult your physician before starting a new exercise regimen. ** Please note that event dates, locations, times and format are subject to change due to AARP Covid-19 protocols with little to no notice. By registering for this event or program you agree to assume all Covid-19 risk.

football and community accomplishments during their high school careers.

Established 2021: NFF National High School Academic Excellence Awards The NFF National High School Academic Excellence Award represents the first nationwide recognition honoring individual high school football teams for excellence in the classroom. The NFF announced the creation of the award in February 2021 in partnership with 35 state high school coaches’ associations. The initiative is designed to inspire and foster a culture of academic excellence on high school football teams throughout the nation. The top team in the nation receives the Hatchell Cup, named for NFF President & CEO Steve Hatchell.