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The New Light Missionary Baptist Church at 1535 E. 15th St. in Winston-Salem opened its Grace Free Clinic for the first time on Saturday, Sept. 19.

The clinic will provide certain health services for free and care is provided by licensed physicians, physician assistants, nurses, pharmacists and social workers.

The clinic will provide health management for chronic and acute conditions such as high blood pressure, high blood sugar and high cholesterol, to name a few.

The clinic will be open every third Saturday of the month from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The new sign for the clinic is in front of the church.

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Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, and Gary Gunderson, vice president of Faith Health at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.

Hickerson has long had this idea of bringing a clinic to the neighborhood because the local free clinic is overwhelmed.

Those eligible to receive help are persons over the age of 18 who do not have health insurance and live in the designated ZIP code of 27105 and neighboring communities.

Those who wish to receive aid need to bring proof of address, photo ID, and a list of current medications and dosage. Transportation is also provided to those who are

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“Every American should be disturbed,” said U.S. Rep. Keith Ellison, D-Minnesota, in a tweet on Sunday, Sept.

20. He was referring to the anti-Muslim comments made

by Republican presidential candidate Ben Carson on Sunday on “Meet the Press.”

According to nbc.com, Carson, responding to a question, said, "I would not advoc a t e that we put a Muslim in charge of this nation. I absolutely would not agree with that."

Carson, who is considered a frontrunner among the Republicans, also said that Islam, as a religion, is incompatible with the Constitution.

"If it's inconsistent with the valCarson ues and principles of America, then of course it should matter," he clarified.

Keith Ellison is a Muslim.

The Ministers’ Conference of Winston-Salem and Vicinity (MCWS&V) is disturbed and plans to do something about it. Carson is coming to Winston-Salem on Tuesday, Sept. 29. The Conference is planning to protest his visit because Baity of his comments.

“That is religious bigotry,” Bishop Todd Fulton, president of the (MCWS&V), said Tuesday, Sept. 22.

“Those who are conservative are using hate mongering to keep us divided. There are those who are very strategic about using religion to keep us divided.”

He said the Conference is in the process of organizing a grassroots protest.

Fulton “We definitely plan to protest because the freedom of religion is a founding principle of our nation,” Fulton said. He said the Conference is trying to build unity while certain elements are working against that.

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Rev. Dr. William Barber II, left, Rep. G.K. Butterfield, D-N.C., center, and Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Rodham Clinton, attend the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s 45th Annual Legislative Conference Phoenix Awards Dinner at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, Saturday, Sept. 19.

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The Rev. Dr. William Barber II, president of the N.C. NAACP, was honored Saturday night, Sept. 19, at an event in which President Obama was the main speaker.

President Obama presented a very “pro-women” message during the

Congressional Black Caucus Foundation(CBCF)'s Phoenix Awards Dinner. He stressed the importance of female strength, education and health, while also advocating for more positive opportunities for the youth.

“I'm focusing on women tonight because I want them to know how much we appreciate them, how much we admire them, how much we love them,” Obama said during the event that capped the 45th annual Legislative Conference.

“Because all of us are beneficiaries of a long line of strong Black women who helped carry this country forward. Their work to expand civil rights opened the doors of opportuni-

ty, not just for African-Americans but for all women, for all of us – Black and White, Latino and Asian, LGBT and straight, for our first Americans and our newest Americans. And their contributions in every field – as scientists and entrepreneurs, educators, explorers – all made us stronger.”

The president spoke of holding civil rights leader Amelia Boynton Robinson's hand when they walked across the Edmund Pettus Bridge on the anniversary of Bloody Sunday, the seminal march on March 7, 1965, when Alabama State troopers attacked Blacks who were protesting for their right to vote.

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LOS ANGELES, Calif.—Viola Davis made history on Sunday by becoming the first black woman to win an Emmy for best drama series actress, but said there is still work that needs to be done in getting more diverse stories on screen.

She won for her role as the professor and

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In her acceptance speech, Davis quoted Harriet Tubman.

“I can't seem to get over that line,” said Davis, who will be playing Tubman in an upcoming HBO movie.

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Backstage, Davis expanded on the line that exists in the industry, saying “there is a difference when it comes to actors of color in this business.

If it's been 67 years since an actress of color has won an Emmy then there is certainly a line.”

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see the world increasingly through my daughters' eyes,” Obama said. “And on that day, when we were celebrating that incredible march in Selma, I had Ms. Amelia's hand in one of my hands, but Michelle had Sasha's hand, and my mother-in-law had Malia's hand, and it was a chain across generations. … And that tells me that if we follow their example, we're going to cross more bridges in the future. If we keep moving forward, hand in hand, God willing, my daughters' children will be able to cross that bridge in an America that's more free, and more just, and more prosperous than the one that we inherited.”

Robinson was posthumously presented one of the five Phoenix awards.

Another one was presented to the Rev. Dr. William Barber II, who was honored with the CBC Chair’s Award. Barber was instrumental in the release of the Wilmington Ten, and has been a pillar of the national grassroots movement for justice for two decades.

Barber continues to lead the fight for voter rights in North Carolina, health care reform, worker rights, immigrant rights, and reparation for women survivors of Eugenics.

“The honorees this year embody the spirit of sacrifice, service and leadership to our country and underserved communities,” says A. Shuanise

Washington, president and chief executive officer of the CBCF, in a statement.

“Each has worked tirelessly to advance equal rights and protections for African Americans.”

Others honored were Fred Gray, civil rights attorney for Rosa Parks and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.; civil right's activist Juanita Abernathy, who helped organize and lead the historic Montgomery Bus Boycott in Alabama (19651966) and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity.

According to a press release from the CBCF, the fraternity received the award for its diligence in cementing Dr. King's legacy with a memorial on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. In addition to awarding the honorees, tributes were also given for Julian Bond and Congressman Louis Stokes. Both men died early this year, Aug. 15 and Aug. 18, respectively.

The honorees “remind us of the courage and sacrifices, the work that they've done – and not just at the national level, but in local communities all across the country,” Obama said. “We couldn't be prouder of them. The heroes of the Civil Rights Movement whom we lost last month remind us of the work that remains to be done.”

Obama also reflected on the need for criminal justice reform. “There is no contradiction between us caring about our law enforcement officers and also making sure that our laws are applied fairly,” he

President Barack Obama speaks at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s 45th annual Legislative Conference Phoenix Awards Dinner at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, Saturday, Sept. 19, about black women's role in helping shape American democracy, calling them "the thinkers and the doers" who made things happen at the height of the civil rights movement half a century ago.

Clinton, said. “We need to make pretending that these things in the science, technology, Hillary sure the laws are applied aren't happening. That's not engineering and math Democratic Whip Rep. Steny Hoyer (Md.), Rthe evenly. This is not a new going to help build trust (STEM) fields.

Obama said he would ev. Al Sharpton, Judge problem. It's just that in between them and the comrecent months, in recent munities in which they work with Congress and Greg Mathis and several many in the CBC to try to other Congress members, years, suddenly folks have serve.”

The dinner also put a make progress on legisla- such as Rep. G.K. videos and body cameras, and social media, and so spotlight on youth develop- tion that addresses unjust Butterfield, D-N.C., who is of the laws and president it's opened our eyes to ment and progression, sentencing Black these incidents. … But we highlighting the CBCF's encourages prevention to Congressional can't avoid these tough internships and fellowship influence youth to take dif- Caucus.

Actors Larenz Tate and conversations altogether. programs on Capitol Hill, ferent paths while also Nia Long emceed the That's not going to help our the need for more entrepre- helping ex-offenders.

Special guests attend- event. Denise Ward, a senpolice officers, the vast neurship opportunities and majority who do the right a greater push for the Black ing the dinner included ior at Boston University, candidate sang the national anthem. thing every day, by just community to be involved presidential

Above photo, Medicap Photos by Timothy Ramsey Pharmacy has partnered with the clinic. Sam Hickerson, pastor of New Light Missionary Baptist Church, left and Dr. Jeff Williamson take a break in the clinic.

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not able to commute. They also provide transportation to food pantries as well. One of the main goals of the clinic is to alleviate some traffic from the emergency room for non- major health issues and to catch minor health problems before they become major issues.

The clinic is staffed

by FaithHealth workers from all across the state as well as volunteers from New Light Graham Missionary.

FaithHealthNC is a new initiative to improve health by forging covenants between faith communities and health care providers.

Wake Forest Baptist’s vice president of Faith and Health Ministries, Gary Gunderson, who came from Memphis, Tennessee, three years ago, said he wanted to come here and “bridge the gap of the African-American community and the Baptist Hospital.”

Jeff Williamson, a internal medicine

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doctor at Wake Forest Baptist, said he spent a couple of weeks in Honduras last month giving aid to those in need and thought, ‘“I need to do this in my own backyard and help the people of my own community’ and I hope we can do more of this.”

One of the first individuals to show up to receive help was Rex Jenkins, who came to the clinic to receive anti-biotics or pain pills for a tooth he had pulled last week. He works part time and does not have insurance and said, “This clinic is a big help because medication is not easy to come by and it helps a lot”.

Beverly Graham, owner of the Medicap Pharmacy, partnered with the clinic to provide low cost prescriptions for as low as $4 to help individuals get the medications they need. The pharmacy will be open every day that the clinic is open.

Along with the medications, Graham also helped supply the clinic with low-cost supplies as well. The pharmacy is at 1345 N. Liberty St. in Winston Salem.

For more information, call New Light Missionary Baptist Church at 336-6713865.

For more information on FaithHealthNC, go to http://www.faithhealthnc.org/.

Two photos with the page A1 article “President Obama’s male mentoring program comes to W-S” were attributed to the wrong event and were not associated with the article. The photos are of an evangelistic event at Zion Memorial Missionary Baptist Church in Winston-Salem, which is near where the mentoring program event was taking place on Saturday, Sept, 12. The Chronicle apologies for this error. The Editor

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Its lawyers are voices of children in domestic violence cases

BY TODD LUCK THE CHRONICLE

For the last 10 years, the Children’s Law Center (CLC) has been legally advocating for children. CLC provides a voice for vulnerable children in court cases such as domestic violence cases, high conflict custody cases and children with educational issues.

For its 10th anniversary celebration on Thursday, Sept. 17, the nonprofit held a public lecture at the Old Salem Visitor Center with best-selling author and advocate Brian Martin and put on a fundraiser that night at Rooftop Terrace.

In domestic violence cases, CLC lawyers are appointed by a judge to be Guardians ad Litem, acting as the eyes and ears of the court in regard to children when a protective order has been filed. They’ll investigate the case, including interviewing the parents and children involved and doing research into how the child is doing in school. They then provide the court with recommendations, which may include custody arrangements and counseling.

Because of CLC’s limited resources, usually only the most egregious cases are

referred to them.

Martin, who grew up in a home with domestic violence and now works to help children in that same situation, said there are few nonprofits like CLC. “I think the work that they’re doing the Children’s Law Center is very unique. I have not come upon it in many communities,� he said. “And the fact that they’re approaching this from the standpoint of what happens when someone grows up in domestic violence is very forward-thinking, really very pioneering.�

Martin is the author of “Invincible – The 10 Lies You Learn Growing Up with Domestic Violence, and the Truths to Set You Free� and founder of New York-based Children of Domestic Violence.

He said children living with childhood domestic violence, in which children witness domestic violence but aren’t necessarily abused themselves, can have a lifetime of negative effects, including being more likely to become an abuser as an adult. He said growing up in that environment can hardwire the developing brain in a bad way that can requires help to overcome.

CLC Executive Director Iris Sunshine said CLC has had 900 cases over the last decade.

She estimated CLC will serve 250 children in 200 cases this year alone. The nonprofit has four lawyers, including Sunshine herself, who also handles cases.

It also has a multitude of lawyers from law firms like Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton who do pro bono work for it.

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She said CLC’s work is important because domestic violence has such a profound effect on children that it’s similar to the Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome that soldiers face, and increases their chance for teen pregnancy, suicide and other negative outcomes. “What these children experience, what they live through, will stay with them for the rest of the their life,� said Sunshine.

Attorneys Penny Spry and Amy Kuhlman founded CLC 10 years ago as a solution to a problem. The duo was volunteering with Winston-Salem Legal Aid to represent children in high conflict custody battles and domestic violence situations.

The two found there was a conflict of interest in representing children in the same cases where Legal Aid was representing one of the parents. They decided to create their own nonprofit to represent children. They had lots of community support with donations of money, pro bono hours and even office space to help make the fledgling firm work. “We didn’t have a 10-year plan; we were day to day, month to month,� said Spry.

Spry and Kuhlman said they were glad to see CLC going strong 10 years later.

Kuhlman said the mission of CLC remains the same. “When we work with children, our hope is to someday make them healthy adults so that it doesn’t perpetuate from generation to generation,� she said.

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students in the Child Advocacy Clinic at Wake Forest Law. The students in the class work on actual cases that have been referred to CLC. To help prepare them to work on domestic violence cases, CLC has the father/son duo of Scotty and Shiloh Daum speak to them. Scotty Daum bringing a unique perspective to the course, having formerly been a perpetrator of domestic violence. He said he used to try to bully and intimidate in his home and would try to game the police and the system to get away with it. “They’re not going to stop doing what they’re doing on their own,� said Scotty Daum about domestic abusers.

He said it took a series of interventions over the years to get him to change, including what he described as “a very brave act� from Shiloh, then only 13 years old, to call the police to get him to stop. Since then, he’s gotten the help he needs and said he is very grateful to his children for giving him a second chance.

Shiloh Daum, who is now an eminent domain attorney who volunteers as a Guardian ad Litem, said that there is much more awareness of domestic violence now than when he grew up and the legal system takes it more seriously and is better equipped to deal with it. “This is a contagious illness such as it is, that’s inherited. We get it from our parents,� he said about domestic violence. “It’s taught to us, these behavioral patterns, these cycles, and it can be taught out of us, but there has to be an intervention.�

Spring Lake mayor gets into U.S. Senate race to challenge Burr

BY GARY D. ROBERTSON ASSOCIATED PRESS

RALEIGH, N.C. — The mayor of a small North Carolina town near Fort Bragg is running next year for the U.S. Senate seat currently held by Republican Richard Burr.

Spring Lake Mayor Chris Rey unveiled his candidacy Monday, Sept. 21, with website and Facebook postings. Rey's decision marks the first Democrat to announce among a handful of current or former elected officials looking at a Senate bid.

The 38-year-old is a National Guard officer previously on active duty in the Army and has served in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Rey says if elected he would work to fully implement

health care reform, lower the small business tax rate and promote public education and veterans' assistance.

Any primary elections appear slated for mid-March.

Republicans in the legislature want to move the primaries up from May. Rey distributed an email seeking donations as he announced his bid on Monday.

He has visited Winston-Salem in an effort to gain support for a run for higher office. A reception was held at The Enterprise Banquet and Conference Center for him in April, sponsored by the Friends of Chris Rey. No one specified a higher office at that time.

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Proceeds will go to support scholarships for students

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On Saturday, Sept. 26, the Hispanic League will hold its annual Fiesta street festival in downtown Winston-Salem.

The festival, which is free to the public, is the biggest fundraiser for the Hispanic League of Winston-Salem.

Mari Jo Turner, executive director of the Hispanic League, is expecting this year’s event to be bigger than ever.

Turner said over 25,000

people are expected to attend this year’s festival.

“We’re really excited about this year’s Fiesta,” said Turner. “Fiesta has always been our biggest event. We get a lot of support from the entire community.”

This years multicultural festival will feature Latin music, cultural programs, Latin cuisine, local arts and crafts as well as a children’s area.

For those of legal drinking age, the festival will also have a beer and margarita garden.

“We really do have something for everyone,” Turner said.

“We encourage everyone to come join us. Not only is it fun for the entire family, it’s also for a good cause as well.”

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take pride in the work we do in the local schools. We work with a number of middle schools and high school in the area.”

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from Fiesta sponsors, vendors and donations support cultural, health education, and college scholarship programs for the Hispanic/Latino community year-round.

Since 2000, the Hispanic League has awarded 286 scholarships to Hispanic/Latino students in Forsyth County.

“We have really grown over the years. This year, we awarded 36 scholarships,” said Turner. “We

Recently, the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence selected the Hispanic League as a Bright Spot in Hispanic Education for Hispanics.

Turner said the Hispanic League is honored to be recognized as one of the Bright Spots in Hispanic Education that has demonstrated a strong commitment to improving the educational attainment of Hispanics.

“It is a reflection of the generous support of our sponsors, volunteers and community,” she said.

The Hispanic League was started in 1992 with a

mission to improve the quality of life for Hispanics and Latinos. Over the years, the nonprofit organization has also worked with a number of organizations that work with the African-American community as well, such as the Winston-Salem Urban League.

Recently the Hispanic League worked with the S.G. Atkins Community Development Corporation during its first Multicultural Bridal Fair and Fashion Show.

“When I first came here, we only had two events,” said Turner. “Over the past few years, we have become more involved in the community, not just with the Hispanic/Latino community but in the African-American community as well.”

Similar to past festivals, the 23rd Annual Fiesta will extend from Fourth Street to Holly Avenue, Winston Square Park and includes Poplar Street, Spruce Street and the Sawtooth Center for Visual Arts.

Here in America, and other countries Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 is Hispanic Heritage Month. Turner said the Fiesta is a great opportunity for the community to learn about the Hispanic Heritage.

“With this being Hispanic Heritage Month, Fiesta is a great way to learn about the Hispanic/Latino Heritage.”

For more information on the 23rd Annual Fiesta or on the Hispanic League visit www.hispanicleague.org

‘Splendidly done’: 1st Multicultural Bridal Fair gains accolades

Logan Motsinger of Cahill & Swaim shows off leisure attire for the groom.

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filled with entertainment and food. Live music was provided by Generations Band, which is managed by William L. Fair Sr. A unique part of the bridal fair was a couples “boot camp,” which helps the bride and groom to get fit for their special day.

Maurice Crocker, owner of Showtime Physique, says the bridal fair was truly a success and

“This event definitely achieved its goal of bringing all backgrounds together to celebrate a common thread we all share.”

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On Friday, Gov. Pat McCrory signed the $21.7 billion state budget long after its initial July 1 deadline.

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“Now we can work together to implement a common-sense vision for our great state that includes job creation, education, healthcare and transportation,” McCrory said in a release.

The release also said the budget invests in additional textbooks and digital resources and funded an initiative to bring broadband access to all schools.

Teacher assistants, who would’ve been laid off by the thousands in the Senate version of the budget, all got to keep their jobs.

Teachers and state employees will receive a one-time $750 bonus. Beginning teachers retain a $2,000 salary raise from a stopgap spending measure that kept the state funded after the budget deadline.

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But critics of the budget say that it continues to underfund education, spending less per pupil than in 2008, and does little to solve the teacher shortage as teachers continue to go to other states or leave the profession. North Carolina is 42nd in the country in teacher pay and 46th in per-pupil expenditures.

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Stein launches campaign for attorney general

BY TOM FOREMAN JR. ASSOCIATED PRESS

State Sen. Josh Stein, a former deputy to North Carolina Attorney General Roy Cooper, made appearances in some of the state's larger cities on Monday, Sept. 21, as he officially launched his bid to succeed his old boss.

Stein appeared in Winston-Salem, the second of his four stops after beginning the day in Charlotte. Stops are also planned in Greensboro and Raleigh.

Stein said he wanted to protect families by cracking down on violent crime and protect taxpayers by stamping out Medicaid fraud.

“As attorney general, I'll stand up for people who work hard and play by the rules, and I will take on politicians and big corporations when they don't because no one is above the law,” Stein said.

The Democrat initially told supporters Sunday, Sept. 20, of his decision to run for attorney general and launched his campaign's website. Stein said earlier he was considering a 2016 run for attorney

general if Cooper did not seek re-election. Cooper is planning a bid to unseat Republican Gov. Pat McCrory.

Another likely campaign target is gay mar-

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riage and the effort by the Republican-led legislature to ban it. Cooper was criticized for refusing to defend the state's position before the U.S. Supreme Court ruling, which affirmed same-sex marriage.

Stein said he would defend the state on law with which he might personally disagree unless those laws are deemed unconstitutional.

Stein, 49, grew up in Chapel Hill, the son of a civil rights lawyer. He graduated from Dartmouth College and Harvard Law School and briefly worked as a teacher in Zimbabwe.

Statehouse reporter Gary D. Robertson in Raleigh contributed to this report.

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more spending and bipartisan support, and the Senate version, which drastically cut that spending and was supported by Republicans.

He said particularly contemptuous issues like Medicaid reform and the state bond where put into separate bills. Medicaid reform is a compromise between the Senate ver-

•Keeps all teachers assistants •Gives state employees, including teachers, a $750 bonus Taxes services like automobile repair •Fully restores medical expense deduction •Restores the historic preservation tax credit •Spends $30 million to restore the film production tax credit managed care and provider-led entities, was approved by the House and Senate on Tuesday.

The Connect NC Bond funds numerous infrastructure projects for places like community colleges and national guard facilities.

The University of North Carolina system would get $921 million for projects like a $52 million new science building at WinstonSalem State University and a $97 million new engineering building at N.C. A&T State University. The version the House approved is $2.85 billion

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sion, whose plan would’ve relied on for-profit managed care insurers, and the House version, which relied on provider-led groups headed by hospitals and physicians groups. The final bill, which has both

including $400 million for transportation projects and would be on the primary ballot. The Senate version

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billion with no road projects would would be on the ballot in the General Election.

Also in the budget was $30 million for the film production credit, which expired at the end of 2014 and had been replaced with a grant program worth $10 million in rebates. The expired historic tax credit is back in a smaller form with a 15 percent tax credit for qualified expenditures of up to $10 million and 10 percent for qualified expenditures that are $10 million to $20 million, and 15 percent for expenditures between $10,000 and $22,500 for non-income producing structures.

There’s also a slight reduction in the individual income tax rate and an expansion of the standard deduction. It also restores deductions for medical expenses with no spending cap and raises pay for prison guards.

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President Ronda Gordon said while she was grateful for teachers assistants were kept, the bonus just isn’t enough, especially after taxes. She said that there should have rather been an across-the-board pay raise, which the House version had for state employees, to help retain teachers. She said underfunding of schools is causing textbook shortages. She felt the budget shouldn’t have increased school voucher funding, which helps students pay for private school, by $14 million over two years when there’s so much need in public schools.

“It’s not addressing the need for our children and our public system,” Gordon said about the budget.

The majority of Senate Democrats voted against the budget, including N.C. Sen. Paul Lowe, who represents District 32. He said he voted against it because of what he considered inadequate education funding.

He also objected to a new tax on services, such as automobile repairs, which he said will be felt by lower- and middle-income taxpayers.

“The budget doesn’t help to improve education and puts a greater hardship on working people,” said Lowe.

The money generated from the service tax goes to rural counties whose residents pay more in sales taxes then their local governments collect and prevents the “sales tax shift,” which would’ve taken state money from urban counties and given them to rural ones, a move that many city leaders and McCrory opposed.

The majority of House Democrats also voted against the budget, including Rep. Ed Hanes, who represents District 72.

Hanes had some input as one of many vice chairs on the conference committee responsible for the final budget, but said only a handful of lawmakers got to make decisions on it.

Hanes echoed Lowe’s objections to the level of education funding and putting a tax burden on lower income taxpayers.

“Even though we did get life-saving legislation put in the budget for body cameras and dash board cams and unauthorized use of force training, it was still something that I didn’t feel at this point I could support,” he said.

Hanes said the monthslong delay was a result in the radical difference between the House version of the budget, which had

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The bigotry, ignorance and insanity of Carson

We had almost forgotten about some of the insidious statements Dr. Ben Carson, who is running as a Republican for the presidency of these United States, had been making since announcing his candidacy.

Having already forgiven him for being a Republican, we assumed that he would at least embrace his own culture in seeking the political pinnacle of public service.

Not so. Dr. Carson has denied everything related to being black, including the suffering of his own kind for 400 years in this country. We had no idea that Dr. Carson would even deny the cruelty and dehumanization of black Americans. He has been quoted saying that for the last 150 years, there has never been a question in this country about race. We beg to differ.

Ever since the first Africans were unloaded in this country on the shores of Jamestown, Virginia, blacks have been viewed as less than human. Many Caucasians feel that way today. Many of our laws stem from attempts to control the minds, hearts, freedom and equality of African-Americans.

Laws were created after the Civil War that prohibited blacks from standing in one place for longer than 10 or 15 minutes lest they be charged with

“Ever since the first Africans were unloaded in this country on the shores of Jamestown, Virginia, blacks have been viewed as less than human.”

vagrancy and sent to jail. Practically any white person could arrest a black person during those times and turn them over to a magistrate, a police officer or judge or just about anybody where they were immediately sentenced to serve time working in the coal minds owned by U.S. Steel. For the most part, that would have been the last anyone saw of that person.

Dr. Carson knows this and yet he continues to present himself as a successful self-made man. He is where he is because of the sacrifices made by his forebears. He disrespects every Harriet Tubman, Nat Turner, Frederick Douglas, “Toby,” and millions of others who suffered the cruelty of the institution of slavery. That’s not making excuses, that’s honoring the people who withstood this pain and suffereing for us. Even John Brown, a white abolitionist, had a reverence and a disdain for how American slaves were treated.

Now, today, we have a “black” bigot who dares to speak disparagingly about Muslims and his own people calling President Obama a Muslim. Or, at least not acknowledging that the President is an American of Christian faith.

Winston-Salem will get to see Dr. Ben up close next week. We know we’ll not get a chance to ask any questions given the folk he has surrounded himself with like Vernon Robinson. Remember our local black Republican councilman? He works for Dr. Ben, as does former B&C Associates of High Point’s Armstrong Williams. There are plenty of other black Americans who can smell the cash of being a lackey for the Republican Party.

We’re neither trying to inflame or create animosity about the party. We’re just stating the facts. What do you call someone who is fat with cash and the means and access to get it, yet refuses to allow the poor a decent wage? A party that is stuffed with guaranteed government contracts yet refuses to give a fair share to minority contractors? Or, won’t accept $500,000 for medical aid to the poor and elderly?

Even the homeless and the hungry get cut out of everything when these folk finish chopping and cutting the nation’s budget. All to make a black president look like a failure. And, to see black men supporting this insanity is enough to make one ill.

However, for everyone there is a day of reckoning. May not be tomorrow but always and for everyone there is a day of reckoning. Watch out Dr. Ben … yours will come too!

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

64-year marriage leads minister to reflect on who he is

To the Editor: (Rev. and Mrs. Humphrey celebrated 64 years of blissful marriage on Sept. 9, 2015. ) It’s interesting how thoughts occur and just will not let go. This morning was one of those times with me. It could have been because I was thinking of a certain person who was much about the “I Am’s” in a personal way.

Then I thought about the “Real I Am, That I Am.” From that point, the questions and answers flowed about who I am.

I found it amazing. I will try to provide some points of view about Who I Am. I am Benjamin Franklin Humphrey Jr., initially – the son of a Share-Cropper, Benjamin Humphrey, Sr. and Margaret Humphrey of Richlands, N.C. The fourth born of nine children; second birth, a child of God. Nationality an AfricanAmerican. I am unity; body and soul.

I am male, straight.

I am a preacher/pastor for 61 years as of July 4, 2015; superannuated itinerant elder of The African Methodist Episcopal Church, with the rights to (A) Preach the Gospel, (B) administer the Holy Communion, (C) Baptize, (D) Perform marriages and eulogize the dead.

Humphreys

A poet and songwriter. See book of poetry and the National Library of Poetry: “View from The Edge,” a hardback book.

I am the author of the book, “Stay Focused.” A master barber and of the N.C. Board of Barbers Examiners of Raleigh, N.C. (Graduate of Harris

Barber College, Raleigh, N.C.) A master mason, a member of Omega Lodge No. 292, Richlands, N.C. A member of the NAACP, making democracy work most of my adult life. An entrepreneur, in the states of N.C. and Florida; owner of The Humphrey’s Quality Barber Shop; a licensed operator of vehicle in the state of N.C. I am a chaplain/devotional leader of the Ministers’ Conference of Winston-Salem and Vicinity.

Graduate of the Theological Department of Kittrell College, Kittrell, N.C. An honored VIP member of Cambridge Who’s Who. I am a certified member of St. James African Methodist Episcopal Church, 1501 N. Patterson Ave., Winston-Salem, N.C., where I finalized my pastorate prior to retirement, now associate to the pastor.

The conclusion of the whole matter, is this: As a man of 81 years old, I acknowledge the fact, that without God, I am nothing. All hail the Power of Jesus’ Name.

Rev. Benjamin F. Humphrey Jr.

As Rev. and Mrs. Humphrey celebrate their anniversary, Rev. Humphrey says he is the husband to Pearlie Pollock Humphrey. He is a father of five, with four offsprings who lived to be adults. He is a grandfather and great-grandfather several times over. He is a father-in-law of three wonderful daughters-in-law. “I am blessed by God through Jesus Christ, Our Savior to be the said owner(s) with Pearlie P. Humphrey of 123 Northwoods Circle, WinstonSalem, N.C.,” he says.

To the Pitts: Thank you for giving me a chance

To the Editor: I send both my heartfelt congratulations and thanks to Ernie and Elaine Pitt for more than 40 years of providing this community, and in fact, the whole area with the Winston-Salem Chronicle.

I send congratulations mostly for staying the course and for persevering with a small, family-owned business. That feat alone is commendable over the span of 40+ years.

Congratulations on representing Winston-Salem’s black community well and professionally beyond the city limits evidenced by the many, many National Newspaper Publishers Association awards you brought home. Congratulations on sidestepping the sticks and stones no doubt hurled at you as you dared to begin a news agency that challenged the mainstream.

But I also want to send my boundless thanks to you. Thank you for giving a 25-year old eager journalist the opportunity to do something she loved at The Chronicle. Thanks to you, I had the privilege of cutting my journalistic teeth under the tutelage of Allen Johnson and Angela Wright not to mention the added benefit of watching gifted pros like Robin Adams and photographer James Parker at work.

In journalism, it just doesn’t come much better.

Thank you for challenging all of us to tell Ervin the untold story – to look for so many important stories from the perspective of voices not always heard. I am grateful that my job at The Chronicle allowed me to meet and get to know some of this community’s very best – like Mrs. Louise Wilson, Shedrick Adams, Florence Corpening and Dee Smith and the Revs. Mendez and Eversley – just to name a few. Thank you for the fact that my tennis pal, Julie Perry, and I frequently enjoy reminiscing about our “Chronicle days.”

Thank you Ernie and Elaine for having the guts to start something so important and to see it through. And thank you for giving me a chance to be a part of crucial journalism that helped shaped the Winston-Salem we now know.

Thank you and congratulations.

Well done.

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A telling defense of a woefully inadequate Chris Fitzsimon

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One of the most telling things about the woeful budget agreement crafted in secret and unveiled last week by legislative leaders is how they defend it, spending as much time boasting about things they didn’t cut as they do talking about new investments they made.

The headlines from the first few days of the budget coverage made the same point, emphasizing that the budget “protects teacher assistants and driver’s ed,” or “restores education items and tax credits.”

You’d think the state was still struggling with the worst of the Great Recession with state revenues plummeting and lawmakers scrambling to keep schools open.

The opposite is true, of course. The recession is over and state revenues have rebounded, but the Republican majority in the House and Senate has decided not to reinvest in education and human services that were slashed during the downturn, but instead to cut taxes again, giving still more breaks to millionaires and out-ofstate corporations that received huge windfalls in the 2013 tax changes.

It is true that the budget fully funds teacher assistants at least year’s level, but thanks to cuts in recent sessions, there are 7,000 fewer TAs in classrooms across the state than there were in 2008. Not cutting more hardly seems worthy of a celebration.

Lawmakers boasting about increasing overall funding for education

never mention that the vast majority of the new money pays for increased enrollment at public schools and universities, keeping the TAs and funding driver’s ed for one more year.

Those enrollment and inflationary increases used to be part of what’s called the base budget. It was assumed that they would be funded, but lawmakers changed the budget process so they could claim credit for meeting their basic funding responsibilities and keeping state services at the same level as the year before.

Even with the “new funding,” there are still more cuts in education, another big reduction for the university system, another round of cuts for the Department of Public Instruction that many rural school systems rely on for support.

State employees will receive the same small bonus. Retired state workers will get nothing, no cost of living increase at all.

Overall the budget leaves state spending as a share of the economy down for the seventh consecutive year and at a 40-year low.

It’s hard to make progress without supporting the people and institutions that make progress possible.

There’s plenty of ideology spread through the 400-plus pages of the budget document, too: more funding for the completely unaccountable private school voucher scheme while state support is ended for the Hunt Institute for Educational Leadership simply because of its association with former governor and prominent Democrat Jim Hunt.

There’s money set aside to transition the

undoubtedly cost the state jobs, though, with the elimination of the highly successful renewable energy tax credit and the credit for research and development.

Lawmakers did renew the historic preservation tax credit, though at a lower level than last year.

There’s plenty more, of course. There’s no way to

“Giving more tax cuts to the folks at the top while claiming credit for not slashing state services and hurting the folks at the bottom more is a sad summary of the long overdue budget.”

–Chris Fitzsimon

In spite of all the bluster about raising teacher pay, many veteran teachers will receive no salary increase at all, only a onetime $750 bonus, which comes to about $62 a month before taxes.

The bonus is less than half the ongoing $1,800 break millionaires will receive from the tax changes, a contrast that perfectly illustrates the priorities of the folks currently running things in Raleigh.

state’s Medicaid program to a for-profit managed care system that has failed in other states but no mention of Medicaid expansion that would provide health care for coverage for 500,000 low-income adults with the federal government picking up most of the tab.

Legislative leaders claim the spending plan is all about economic development, that more tax cuts will create more jobs, but there’s little evidence of that. The budget will

cover everything in a 400plus-page budget crafted in secret that spends $21.74 billion dollars and makes dozens of significant policy decisions.

News stories can’t do it, either. Legislative leaders know that. That’s why they stuff so many important provisions into the massive budget document, many of which have never been seen by the public or the media, not to mention rank and file lawmakers themselves.

This absurdly non-

Illustration by Ron Rogers for the Chronicle

The process is broken and the budget is inadequate, despite the blizzard of talking points and press releases defending it.

Not making more drastic cuts doesn’t mean making the overdue investments the state needs. Not doing worse is not doing better and not moving backwards as fast is not moving forward.

Giving more tax cuts to the folks at the top while claiming credit for not slashing state services and hurting the folks at the bottom more is a sad summary of the long overdue budget.

But that’s exactly what this year’s budget does, no matter how hard legislative leaders try to convince us otherwise.

transparent process is part of this year’s budget story.

Most members of the Senate first saw the massive budget bill online at just before midnight Monday – if they were still awake – and were forced to vote on it just after 2 Tuesday afternoon.

There’s no way that most senators knew what they were considering.

Claims by Senate President Pro Tem Phil Berger that the provisions had been around for months were proven false Tuesday morning when the News & Observer reported that the budget includes a never before seen provision that cripples plans for a lightrail line between Durham and Chapel Hill.

Legislative leaders don’t like mass transit but would rather not make their case in public, in a democratic process where everyone can hear the debate and their constituents can have a say. The lawmakers will decide transportation policy in secret and use a budget provision to implement it.

Chris Fitzsimon, founder and executive director of N.C. Policy Watch, writes the daily Fitzsimon File, delivers a radio commentary broadcast on WRAL-FM and hosts “News and Views,” a weekly radio news magazine that airs on multiple stations across North Carolina. Contact him at chris@ncpolicywatch.com.

That’s why they would rather not give people time to read the budget. Who knows how many more big policy decisions have been made in the backrooms and slipped into the spending plan?

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After 41 years, The Chronicle is still much needed Lenwood G. Davis

Guest Columnist

In a previous issue of The Winston-Salem Chronicle, Ernest H. Pitt, publisher and founder, wrote in an editorial: “We remain committed after 41 years.”

In the editorial, he gave the history of the origins and transformation of The Chronicle. He pointed out the mission of the newspaper. The newspaper has the same mission as the first African-American owned newspaper, The Freedom’s Journal, founded in 1827, in New York by John Russwurm and Samuel Cornish.

In their first issue, they stated the mission: “We wish to plead our cause.

Too long have others spoken for us. Too long has the public been deceived by misrepresentations, in things which concern us dearly …” They affirmed the rights and responsibility for African-Americans to speak for themselves.

The Chronicle also expanded on the mission of The Freedom’s Journal. Its mission is “dedicated to serving the residents of

Winston-Salem and Forsyth County by giving voice to the voiceless, speaking truth to power, standing for integrity and encouraging open communication and lively debate throughout the community.”

Today some people argue that The Chronicle and other AfricanAmerican newspapers are obsolete and are no longer

“Today some people argue that The Chronicle and other African-American newspapers are obsolete and are no longer needed.”

– Dr. Lenwood G. Davis

needed. Some people believe that the mainstream dailies cover major events in the African-American community. Needless to say, the mainstream dailies omit so much of what is relevant to the AfricanAmerican community.

The Chronicle and other African-American newspapers are still needed because they disseminate information in the AfricanAmerican community that is often overlooked by the white press. Many times the white newspapers do

not report on the achievements and accomplishments of AfricanAmericans.

Conversely, if The Chronicle and other African-American newspapers did not report the stories, they would not be known. The Chronicle, like other AfricanAmerican newspapers, have held faithfully to the mission of the first AfricanAmerican newspaper.

The African-American community also has an obligation to The Chronicle and other AfricanAmerican newspapers, to support them by purchasing their newspapers as well as supporting businesses that advertise in them.

The AfricanAmerican community must also hold The Chronicle and their AfricanAmerican newspapers to the same high professional standards of journalism and reporting that they hold to other newspapers.

Black lives matter.

White lives matter. All lives matter. The Chronicle matters and is needed.

Dr. Lenwood G. Davis, a professor emeritus of history at Winston-Salem State University, is the author of 30 books that can be found in 50 states and over 50 foreign countries.

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ID law hearing draws large crowd

The NC State Board of Elections public comments hearing drew in a large crowd of interested parties prepared to speak on behalf of the 2013 Voter Information Verification Act (S.L. 2013-381) on Tuesday, June 9, at the Forsyth County Government Center in Downtown Winston-Salem. The Voter Information Verification Act (S.L. 2013-381), passed in 2013 by the NC General Assembly, requires photo identification for in-person voting starting in 2016.

Photo by Erin Mizelle for the Winston-Salem Chronicle.

State elections board gets earful from public

BY TORI PITTMAN FOR THE CHRONICLE

On Tuesday, June 9, citizens of Forsyth County gathered at the multipurpose room of the Forsyth County Government Center on Chestnut Street to voice their opinions about the new N.C. voter ID law.

On Aug. 12, 2013, Gov. Pat McCrory signed a law that

requires citizens of North Carolina to have valid photo identification in order to vote. This law will take effect on Jan. 1, 2016, during the year of the presidential election.

The room was filled with people — college students, middle-aged and senior citizens — that were present to listen or speak.

Public Information Officer John Lawson, Jennifer Faulkner and Greg Michalek, who are with Voter Outreach, were seated in front of the crowd, taking notes and listening.

Three pages of citizens signed up to have their twominute time slot to speak. Those who signed up either had a speech written or were verbally expressing their opin-

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ions and concerns.

The biggest issue mentioned multiple times were college IDs would no longer be valid in the new year.

“A lot of college students don’t have the money to purchase an ID,” said Isaiah Fletcher, chairman of the Forsyth County Young Democrats. “It makes no sense why I can’t use a state-funded ID from a public university.”

Fletcher is also a student at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro who strongly expressed how most students are in debt and can’t afford to get a photo ID when they have easy access to use their college IDs that’s already a part of their funding to an accredited college or

The final comment meeting on the new proposed Winston-Salem Transit Authority bus routes held at the Clark Campbell Transportation Center was filled with passengers asking about which of the new routes will serve them.

Some didn’t care for the answer.

“That’s a long walk,” said one woman who will have to walk further to get to the closest proposed bus

“This process is far from over,” he said, while assuring attendees that they will have ample notice when the finalized routes go into effect.

It was the last out of 21 comment meetings held by WSTA. The new proposed routes were created using passenger surveys, passenger counter data and looking at which destinations generate the most passengers. The new routes would operate under the curr e n t

“We know that people will be inconvenienced and convinced no matter what we do in the end,” he said.

“There are people who will be happy and there are people who won’t be happy.

It’s not going to be a perfect system that services everyone because we’re limited to our current resources, the number of hours or miles that we operate now.”

Carolyn Wright was among the attendees. The 68-year-old has no car or driver’s license and has used the bus to get around

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Dr. Ronnie L. Baity, pastor and founder of Berean Baptist Church, said he was looking forward to the visit from the Carson campaign.

Carson will be speaking at h i s church, which is at E. Ellison 4135

Thomasville Road.

“We are honored to host them here,” he said.

“It’s not an endorsement; it’s an opportunity for people to hear him and make up their own mind. It’s a time for him to meet the people and for the people to meet him.”

Baity said it was Return America, an organization he founded in 2006 to “stand up for Judeo/Christian values,” that caught the attention of the Carson campaign when they contacted his church months ago.

Return America has been active against efforts to stop Christian prayer in county commissioner meetings and to support the state’s amendment to ban gay

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marriage, which has since been deemed unconstitutional by the U.S. Supreme Court.

Berean is no small church. It has its own radio station, WPIP 880 AM, and a K-12 Christian School.

But it’s had so many people reserve seats for the Carson visit that it surpasses the church’s capacity to seat 1,200-1,500. The church will use a screen and speakers for an overflow crowd outside the church, for those who bring their own lawn chairs.

“I think Ben Carson is popular, along with some other candidates, because they’re outsiders,” said Baity. “I think America is tired of the inside politics that specializes in getting nothing done.”

Baity felt Carson’s comments on Muslims were taken out of context.

“He clarified unless the person could embrace our Constitution and follow our Constitution, whether it be a Muslim or whether it be a Christian, he couldn’t support them.”

Carson, a retired neurosurgeon, on Monday, Sept.

21, said on Fox News that he was referring to Muslims who had not rejected Islamic Sharia law.

"We don't put people at the head of our country whose faith might interfere with them carrying out the

duties of the Constitution," he the told Fox News' Sean Hannity. "If you're a Christian and you're running for president and you want to make this [country] into a theocracy, I'm not going to support you. I'm not going to advocate you being the president.

"Now, if someone has a Muslim background, and they’re willing to reject

those tenets and to accept the way of life that we have, and clearly will swear to place our Constitution above their religion, then of course they will be considered infidels and heretics, but at least I would then be quite willing to support them," Carson added.

Baity said he did agree with Caron that Sharia was against the Constitution.

“But Sharia law and

Muslim to become president and uphold the Sharia law, which decries America itself, the person would be at odds with himself if he believed in Sharia law because Sharia law calls us the infidels and they want to destroy us along with Israel.”

At a forum held earlier this year on Sharia, local Muslims said Sharia was not incompatible with the United States or its laws.

Sharia is a moral code and religious laws taken from the Quaran and the example of the Prophet Muhammad in the Sunnah.

Panelists like Imam Khalid Griggs of the Community Mosque said that it doesn’t justify terrorist attacks or extremism practiced by radicals like Al Qaeda and ISIS. They said laws in North Carolina and around the country designed to ban Sharia to “protect” the Constitution is stoking fear and false stereotypes of Muslims. Such laws have been opposed by the American Civil Liberty Union and the American Bar Association, among others.

Fulton said that for Carson to make those statements as a presidential candidate “says that he would not be fair to Muslim Americans. And if we can’t trust him to be fair to Muslim Americans, we can’t trust him to be fair to African-Americans.”

Eric Ellison, president of the Forsyth County Democratic Party, is Kevin Ellison’s brother. He said Carson’s comments show “his unfitness to be president of the United States.

“Freedom of religion is who we are,” Eric Ellison said. “We should be allowed to live the American Dream.”

He said there should

For years, the concert at the Dixie Classic Fair has catered to those who enjoy listening to gospel music while exposing many to a new genre.

Within the last two years, the Gospel Fest has continued to represent the gospel genre by adding praise team and mime ministry performances in an effort to diversify the talent featured and incorporate young people into the event.

In addition to the diversified acts, there are also diverse performers.

“There are performers

from all backgrounds and ethnicities,” said Terry. “It is a melting pot celebration of gospel.”

Those who attend can expect an “awesome display of gospel music, not just singing and great music, but actual ministry,” according to Terry.

The Oct. 4 line up (not in performance order) will include St. Paul Mass Choir, Central Triad Church Praise Team, Dionn Owens & Renaissance, Anointed Expressions, JH Heath Mass Choir, Raymond & Kim Larkin, Big Four

Choir and Bishop Grosjean L. Stephens with Nu Sound.

The acts scheduled to perform on Oct. 11 include Bryon Strickland, Peace of Mind, Walter Johnson, Matrimony Mime, Pastor Todd Curry with St. Peter United Church of God Choir, Love & Faith Mass Choir, Saxophonist Gregory Amos and Bishop Christopher Brinson.

Terry, who is event coordinator as well as coemcee, said these choirs and ministries were required to submit a DVD or link of their performanc-

es, a bio and photograph in August before they were selected.

“It is important to keep gospel music at the forefront,” said Terry, who has been coordinating the event for the last six years.

“Other genres are represented at the fair, why not gospel? The Gospel Fest makes sure there is something for everyone.”

The concert is included in the price of admission for the Dixie Classic Fair .

Get tickets now through Oct. 1 for the Fair. For advance purchase, the cost is $8 for adults, $3 for chil-

constitutional law are at odds with each other.

There’s no way they can co-exist, and that’s what he was saying,” he said.

“When women are told by the Sharia law that they can’t get out of their house unless they have a male escort and when they’re treated like slaves and secondhand citizens, that’s not American. And for a

“I think Ben Carson is popular, along with some other candidates, because they’re outsiders.”

–Dr. Ronnie L. Baity, pastor and founder of Berean Baptist Church,

not be a litmus test for a candidate based on religion, race or other such factors.

“Once we start putting a litmus test on people, it just works against them,” Eric Ellison said.

Eric Ellison said his brother has gone on to do aN great job as a representa-F N tive from Minnesota.

U.S. Rep. KeithR Ellison, who was out of thes country on Tuesday, left aa message on his FacebookB page to Carson and fellowm Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump,B who also has an issue withP F a Muslim president: “The freedom of religion is a founding principleb of our nation. Our Constitution gives this right to all Americans –g including elected officials.

For Ben Carson, Donald Trump, or any other Republican politician to suggest that someone ofB any faith is unfit for officeu is out of touch with who wew are as a people. It’so unimaginable that the lead-t ing GOP presidential can-t didates are resorting to fear mongering to benefit theirt campaigns, and every2 American should be dis-T turbed that these nationalM figures are engaging in andt tolerating blatant acts oft t religious bigotry.”

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Organizers say ‘Amen’ to diversity at Gospel Fest

By MAyEESA MITCHELL FOR THE CHRONICLE

Gospel entertainment will not remain in church on two Sundays in October.

It will also be at the Dixie Classic Fair.

The annual Gospel Fest at will be from 3 to 6 p.m. on Oct. 4 and Oct. 11.

The Chronicle again will sponsor Gospel Fest.

In years past, hundreds have gathered at the Clock Tower Stage with emcees Debra Terry and Carmen Russell for the concert, and this year is expected to be no different.

f c a L W D M dren ages 6-11, and free for m children 5 and under and t seniors ages 65 and older. T Go to The Chronicle’s website, www.wschroni- o cle.com and look for the v Dixie Classic Fair adver- u tisement. o After Oct. 1, the prices t are $10 for adults and $5 m for children ages 6-11. The i other prices remain free. i Parking is available at the t LJVM Coliseum lot and e Groves stadium to be deter- t mined by Wake Forest p University. c For additional information, call 336-727-2236 or v visit www.dcfair.com. w

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She and her husband, Julius Tennon, have started a production company to try to continue erasing that line.

“My story doesn't end here,” Davis said. “There is so much work that needs to be done in so many areas in the business with actors of color, so many narratives that need to be seen by people, so many stories that need to be seen and felt.”

Davis's friend and peer Taraji P. Henson was also nominated in the same category for her performance in “Empire.” The competition between the two was only on paper, though. As Davis walked up to accept the award, she and Henson hugged and exchanged words of support.

“We whispered to each other: ‘Whoever gets it, it's great, it's wonderful and I love you,’” said Davis.

Other black winners were: Uzo Aduba for outstanding supporting actress in a drama series in “Orange is the New Black,” and Regina King for outstanding supporting actress in a miniseries or movie in “American Crime.”

HBO’s “Bessie,”which starred Emmy nominated Queen Latifah and Oscar winner Mo’Nique, won outstanding television movie.

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Editor’s Note: The National Black Theatre Festival has ended, but the North Carolina Black Repertory Company, which sponsored the Festival, always needs volunteers.

Below is a taste of what it means to be a volunteer.

BY FELECIA PIGGOTT-LONG, PH. D. FOR THE CHRONICLE

Put on your purple and black!

The Festival is back!

Larry Leon's Black Rep got it goin' on!

A family reunion lovin' to the bone.

This is Holy Ground!

The annual National Black Theatre Festival volunteer pep rally opened with this cheer. Hundreds of volunteers responded to the cheer as they stood to their feet.

More than 1,000 volunteers helped to make the 2015 National Black Theatre Festival a success.

Most of those supporters of the Festival participated in the pep rally on July 30 at the Wake Forest Biotech Place on Patterson Avenue.

Elwanda Ingram performed the libation. Ingram called out the names of the ancestors such as Larry Leon Hamlin, August Wilson, Ruby Dee, Ossie Davis, Amiri Baraka, Maya Angelou, and so many others who have contributed so much to Black Theatre.

Sylvia Sprinkle-Hamlin offered thanks to all of the volunteers for their continued support of the Festival over the years. She thanked the many sponsors and the members of the fund-raising committee for exceeding their goal of $500,000 this year. She also expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to hold the pep rally at the bio-tech center. “They made it so convenient for us to partner

with them. They set up the chairs and provided the technology we needed for this event,� said SprinkleHamlin. “All we had to do was show up!�

She also informed the volunteers that two local supporters would mount the stage at the Gala as honorees – Rachel P. Jackson and Warren D. Leggett. She asked both of them to stand and be recognized. “In 1979 when Larry began the North Carolina Black Repertory Company, Rachel Jackson opened her home and hosted for the production of ‘Emperor Jones,’ one of the early living-room theatre performances. She has continued to offer her services in support of the company,� said Sprinkle-Hamlin.

She also honored Leggett as the “Numbers Man� who helped the North Carolina Black Repertory Company secure its 501(c)3 status. “Warren Leggett worked day and night to ensure that the company was financially solvent.

Even after we received our 501(c)3 status, he worked with us for 10 years just to make sure that all money matters were in order,� she said. “We appreciate all of his hard work.�

Luellen Curry and Patrice Toney, volunteer coordinators, recognized the volunteers from various segments of the National Black Theatre Festival.

Toney has been a volunteer since 1999. “Once I got involved, I enjoyed all of the energy of such a large project. The Festival has a huge economic impact on our city.

The culture, the energy and the spirit of it brings so many people together,�

Toney said. “The National Black Theatre Festival could not operate without the support

of our volunteers. Some of them are ushers, house managers, security, concessions volunteers, transportation workers and the medical nightingales who assist with health-related emergencies,� said Toney. “Many businesses around the city got on board this year, including the Wake Forest BioTech Place.� “We also tapped into some faith-based companies who agreed to help with transportation needs.

We used three churches to help transport some of the large casts,� said Toney. “For example, Union Baptist transported the cast of 'At Last: A Tribute to Etta James.' Calvary Baptist Church transported the cast of 'It's a Hard Knock Life,' which had fifty people. Also the New Hope Baptist Church helped us with ‘Gogo and Big Sister’ and the performance of ‘Hands Up.’ These churches picked them up from the airport, for rehearsals, for eating lunch and dinner and also transported them to their production. This was a huge blessing. “Another faith-based partner was the Salem Town Moravian Retirement Community.

They responded to our letter by sending $1,500 as a contribution because they were not able to release their van for transportation,� Toney said.

Shaunda Eggleston gave closing motivational remarks. Eggleston has been volunteering since 2003. She became a house manager in 2005 and became a coordinator for the house managers an ushers. She wouldn't take anything for her journey. “I just love the arts! I love working behind the scenes to make sure that everything is in order so the shows can proceed,�

Eggleston said.

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Up-and-coming Parkland could be this year's

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2015

dark horse

BY CRAIG T. GREENLEE FOR THE CHRONICLE

Don't be surprised if Parkland turns out to be the surprise team in junior varsity football this season. Prior to today's match-up against West Forsyth, the Mustangs are 3-1 and showing clear signs that they will no longer be pushovers for anyone.

Recent seasons haven't produced much excitement for Parkland, which has compiled a 2-23-2 JV record over the last three seasons. First-year coach Lamont Atwater isn't interested in dwelling on what has or hasn't happened in the past. He has no doubts that his team will continue to raise eyebrows and lift the expectations of Parkland's following.

So far, the Mustangs have victories over Northeast Guilford, Winston-Salem Prep and Walkertown. The lone loss came to Carver.

It's Atwater's view that this year's junior varsity team is a good representation of what the future holds of Parkland's football future. “I see great things for this group,” he said. “They're disciplined, aggressive and intelligent. They have the work ethic and the football IQ to do well, not only in the years to come, but right now.”

Offensively, the Mustangs operate from the spread formation with strongarmed quarterback Ty Barber orchestrating matters.

Parkland is well equipped with a minisquadron of receivers, led by Saveon Hayes, who has developed as a big-play threat anytime he touches the ball.

“Ty really doesn't have a go-to receiver because he spreads it around to everyone,” said Atwater. “As a group, they get the job done. Up to this point, Saveon has been our most consistent pass-catcher.”

The ground game is in capable hands with the tandem of Devon Rucker and Joc Roseboro. They have different running styles, but complement each other well.

Rucker is at his best when running between the tackles, especially in short-yardage situations. Roseboro, on the other hand, is diminutive (5-feet-3, 160 pounds), but exceptionally difficult to handle because of his foot speed and ability to accelerate and change directions quickly.

A prime factor in Parkland's resurgence is the defense.

The Mustangs employ a 5-3 set, which has played well with lots of help from linebackers Brian Holman, Myric White, Jalen McClean, Lee Kpbga and Regan Wilkins.

Holman, a returnee from last year's JV team, has established himself as the undisputed leader. “Brian is the quarterback of the defense,” said Atwater. “He knows our scheme and knows everything that needs to be done.

Because of his knowledge, we're able to move him around a lot.

“Even though he's not very big for his position (5-feet8, 160 pounds), he's strong, physical and fast. Those are the type of players you have to have to be excellent on defense.”

Eagles close with a flurry to knock off Raiders

Tacarris Wilson (7) and Lyndon Harmon of East Forsyth team up to sack Reagan quarterback Aaron Dorer.

Photo by Craig T. Greenlee

East Forsyth tops Reagan 38-25

BY CRAIG T. GREENLEE FOR THE CHRONICLE

Monday night football – junior varsity style – saved its best for last when East Forsyth went on the road to play Reagan 10 days ago. Even though the Eagles were on cruise control most of the time, they had to go into scramble mode in the closing minutes to claim a 38-25 victory.

With much help from big-play specialists Jaelon Maxie, Nick Childs and Jordan Barrett, the Eagles had the game well in hand with a 32-12 lead midway through the third quarter. At that point, Coach Ronnie Horton sat his starters and allowed East Forsyth's back-ups to see some game action.

“Regardless of who's in the game, we have to maintain focus for all four quarters,” said Horton. “That's an area we're constantly working on. We'll get better at it as the

season moves along. We had some low moments there.

But we finished well and did what we had to do.”

The Raiders closed the gap late in the third when they recovered a fumbled punt return near midfield. Five plays later, Ryan Ayers hit Dwayne Sawyers on a 33-yard touchdown pass.

But that was only for starters. With less than five minutes remaining in the fourth quarter, the Raiders defense sent all three of their linebackers on an all-out blitz. Grant Carter got there first and slammed quarterback Brandon Bullins to the turf. The ball popped loose and Carter snatched the ball off the bounce and darted to the end zone for a 62-yard touchdown.

After that sequence of events, the mood turned tense on the Eagles sideline. Their 20-point lead was long gone.

And now, Reagan was only seven points away (32-25)

Explosive West Forsyth whips High Point Central

BY CRAIG T. GREENLEE FOR THE CHRONICLE

West Forsyth is the real deal in junior varsity football.

The Titans are still unbeaten and they're still growing. It's still too early in the season to tell if this team has a reasonable chance to achieve perfection.

There is one certainty, however.

Now that the non-conference part of the schedule is finished, West Forsyth will get every team's best shot as play begins in the Central Piedmont 4-A

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Conference this week.

The Titans improved to 4-0 after beating High Point Central 43-30 last Thursday. There's no doubt that West Forsyth can score with anyone. What's not so clear is how sturdy the defense is. The Titans had their bright moments on defense, but Coach Jared Eure is far from satisfied with what he saw in last week's outing.

“I'm pleased with the win, but not happy about our performance,” he said.

“We gave up too many points. However, we did get stops when we really needed to.”

The first half of this game was a shoot-out, with neither team being able to stop the other. The lead changed hands six times before the Titans took control for good with 1:01 remaining in the second quarter.

Kallai Buyna made a leaping catch of a pass from Drew Latham for a 28-yard touchdown to put West Forsyth back in front at 22-18.

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Clifton Mack of West Forsyth puts pressure on High Point Central quarterback John Saunders (7).

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Eagles running back Jaelon Currence-Daniels (12) battles for yardage against Pierce Alston of the Raiders.

Flurry from page B1

from tying the game and possibly forcing overtime.

The Raiders attempted an on-sides kick, but failed to recover and East Forsyth took over near midfield. On the next play, Maxie took the handoff, slipped two tackles, then raced down the right sideline on a game-clinching 47-yard touchdown run. It was his third score of the night.

The Eagles, who led 26-12 at the half, added an exclamation point to the victory when D.J. Hodge intercepted a Raiders pass on the last play of the game.

Maxie produced some crowd-pleasing runs, the most memorable came in the third quarter from 38 yards out. He started out toward the left sideline, but

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answer with a score, but John Saunders' pass was picked off by Titans defensive back KeAndre Buyna to end that threat. Three plays later, Latham hooked with Kallai Buyna again, this time for a 25-yard touchdown, and West Forsyth extended its lead to 29-18 at the half.

High Point Central (31) managed to stay in contention with much help from its passing attack. The Titans went up 36-18 on Latham's 29-yard scoring pass to Davis Latham. But the Bison responded and trimmed the deficit to two touchdowns (36-24) on Saunders' 12-yard touchdown pass to Trent Westray.

The Titans added one more score early in the fourth quarter on Mack Duke's 40-yard touchdown run. High Point Central closed the gap to 13 points on Isaiah Bagley's 34-yard touchdown reception.

The Bison got the ball

made a sharp cut near the hash-mark. He sidestepped

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one defender, did a spinmove to escape another tackler and outran the rest of the defense to score standing up.

The Eagles didn't have to rely solely on Maxie's input. Childs and Barrett proved to be difficult to contain as pass receivers and on kick returns. Childs stunned the Raiders with an 85-yard punt return for a

back on the ensuing kickoff by recovering an on-sides kick near midfield. With a little over five minutes remaining, the Titans clinched the victory wen Stephen McBride intercepted a Saunders pass to end that drive.

“I keep telling our defense that if we can get stops and have a lot of three-and-outs, we'll win ball games,” said Eure.

“We have a strong offense that's operating on all cylinders. I don't get nervous when our offense has the ball because we have so many different weapons to work with.”

Drew Latham finished the game with three touchdown passes (two to Kallai Buyna) and Duke rushed for two scores. Multi-purpose back Kenyar McPhatter produced the Titans’ first score of the game on a one-yard run.

For the Bison, Saunders passed for four touchdowns and Bagley ran for a score and had two touchdown receptions.

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touchdown in the first half.

Carter, who played running back, quarterback and linebacker, provided the bulk the offensive fireworks for Reagan. Aside from his fumble recovery for six points, Carter scored on a short run and he caught a screen pass, which he turned into a 43-yard touchdown.

East Forsyth and Reagan were originally scheduled to play on Sept.

3 (Thursday). The game, however, was postponed because of thunderstorms and rescheduled for the following Monday. As a result, both teams had to double up on that week with a second game, which was played three days later on Sept. 17. The Eagles hosted Greensboro Grimsley and the Raiders squared traveled to play Greensboro Page.

Photos by Craig T. Greenlee

Reagan's Jarod Sullivan (9) signals possession after recovering an East Forsyth fumble.

West Forsyth's defense stuffs the run and strips the ball from High Point Central's Isaac Bagley (24 in white). Clifton Mack (bottom) gets ready to recover the fumble for the Titans.

Photos by Craig T. Greenlee

Thursday, Sept. 24 Southern Guilford @ North Forsyth, 7 p.m.

Mount Tabor @ Reagan, 6 p.m.

Parkland @ West Forsyth, 6 p.m.

East Forsyth @ Greensboro Page, 7 p.m.

Davie County @ Reynolds, 6 p.m.

Monday, Sept. 28 * Carver @ North Forsyth, 7 p.m.

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West Forsyth wide-out Jamon Brown (5) catches a pass against High Point Central's Caleb Sellu.

South little league kicks off fall baseball season Visit Our New Website www.WSChronicle.com

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While the major league baseball players are preparing for the playoffs, the season is just getting started for the local sluggers of South little league. the league held the first games of the fall baseball season on Sept. 14.

South little league, 810 West Clemmonsville Road, is one of the few little league organizations that offers baseball during the fall months. Most other organizations only offer competitive games during the spring and early summer months. the league welcomes kids between ages 4 and 16 who are first-timers or who are looking to sharpen their skills for the upcoming spring season.

South little league fall league offers a number of different divisions that separate the athletes by age and experience level. those divisions are pee Wee, tee Ball, Minors, Majors and Juniors.

Many of the parents believe the league helps teach teamwork and the importance of hard work. the league also promotes the importance of playing fair and always doing your best.

Allison Gray said this is her son’s first year playing baseball, but believes he will really enjoy it. “he’s played other sports, but he seems really excited about baseball,” said Gray. “I’m sure he will enjoy it.”

Members of the South Little League are on the field during opening day. Fall League regular season games began on Monday, Sept. 14.

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According the league’s official website, the South little league will be facing other teams from Kernersville, Walkertown, Davie County and Reedy Creek.

South little league is a member of the Southwest Forsyth little league, which was started in 1963.

For more information on the Fall league or South little league, visit www.southlittleleague.com.

For more information on the Southwest Forsyth little league and other organizations in the area, visit www.swfll.org.

WSSU'S late rally falls short; Rams fall at tuskegee, 28-13 WSSU SPORTS

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tUSKeGee, Ala. – Winston-Salem State battled for four quarters, but its late rally came up short, as the Rams fell 28-13 to the tuskegee Golden tigers at Abbott Memorial Stadium in tuskegee, Alabama, on Saturday, Sept. 19.

With the loss, Winston-Salem State falls to 0-3, while the no.

24 tuskegee Golden tigers improve to 3-0. this is the first time since 2009 that WSSU has started a season 03.

For the third consecutive week, the WSSU Rams got on the scoreboard first, as they would covert an 11 play, 77 yard drive into a touchdown as tyree Massey would score from eight yards out to give WSSU a 7-0 lead. tuskegee would answer back in the second quarter with two passing touchdowns, one of 24 yards and the other 18 yards to take a 14-7 lead into the locker room at the half.

As the third quarter took shape, the Golden tigers would increase their lead to 14 points, when they were able to find the end zone on a one yard run, going up 217 through three quarters.

WSSU was not ready to give in, and with 12:00 remaining in the contest, WSSU would become opportunistic with a turnover, and Will Johnson would connect on a 32-yard field goal to cut the Golden tiger lead to 2110.

With just over four minutes left to play, the WinstonSalem State Rams would inch closer, and within striking distance of tying the game with another field goal from Will Johnson. this time Johnson would connect from 45 yards out to cut the lead to just eight points, at 21-13. the Rams defense would step up to the challenge and would force a punt, but a momentary lapse in judgment from the Rams punt returner would force a turnover from WSSU on the return and the Golden tigers would recover the muffed punt at the WSSU one yard line. tuskegee would score on the next play, ending the Rams hopes of a late rally. offensively for Winston-Salem State, tyree Massey led the rushing attack with 15 carries for 65 yards and one touchdown, while Justin Johnson finished with eight car-

Members of the teams of Winston-Salem State University, right, and Tuskegee University gather during their game on Saturday, Sept. 19, in Alabama.

photo from tuskegee University

ries for 58 yards.

Justin Johnson went nine of 21 through the air for 50 yards, while Rashad Cooper went six of 10 with one interception for 46 yards.

Marcel Caver led the Rams in receiving with six catches for 24 yards, while William Belcher finished with three catches for 23 yards. Rashan Williams, eric Williams, Reggie Wilkins, trey Foggie, Brandon ojikutu and Malik Moseley each had one catch on the afternoon.

Will Johnson had a solid afternoon punting, with seven punts for 294 yards for a season best average of 42

yards per punt.

Defensively, Michael Bloomfield led the way for WSSU with seven tackles, one forced fumble and one quarterback hurry, while pJ Clyburn and phillip Williamson each finished with five tackles each.

Williamson also had one tackle for a loss, one sack and one quarterback hurry, while Clyburn also had a tackle for a loss. Brandon Dixon had four tackles and a tackle for a loss. Six other Rams defenders finished with three tackles each, six finished with two tackles and 13 different WSSU players had one tackle apiece.

outside hitter teynia Shepherd also added seven kills in the match. the Rams took control of the match in the opening set and never looked back.

In the opening set, the Rams wasted little time as they took control of the set early. the team jumped out to a 14-5 lead to take control of the set. Bowie State would have an answer with a four-point run that cut the WSSU lead to five points, 14-9, but the Rams soon answered with a run of their own with a five-point run that gave the team its biggest lead of the set, 209.

From there, the Rams went on to closed out the

Rams once again jumped out to a 13-7 lead. later in the set, the Rams pushed their way to a 22-11 lead after a 9-2 WSSU run that included a pair of service aces from sophomore setter Jasmine Smith. With the set well in hand, the Rams cruised to the 25-14 win. the final set was the most exciting one in the match as the Rams battled their way from behind to take the win. things were close for much of the set when Bowie State went on a 7-1 run that left the Rams trailing 11-16. It was then that the Rams stepped up their efforts to chip away at their deficit. After cutting the deficit to just four

Rams roll in three-set volleyball win over Bowie State to close CIAA round-up WSSU finishes weekend with a perfect 3-0 record SpeCIAl to the ChRonICle

the Winston-Salem State Rams (6-4, 3-0 CIAA) closed out the 2014 Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) Volleyball RoundUp in style when the team took a dominating three-set win over the Bowie State Bulldogs (4-9, 2-1 CIAA), Sunday afternoon, Sept.

20. the Rams dominated all three sets of the match

and clicked on all cylinders to take the victory, 25-12, 25-14, and 25-21. the Rams had a great overall effort as the team played well in all facets of the game. offensively, the Rams totaled 29 kills while allowing just 18 kills to the Bulldogs. the Rams also committed just 13 attack errors in the match as well. the team also added nine service aces. Senior right side hitter olivia owens led the way for the Rams with nine kills and six total blocks (one solo) in the match. Freshman middle blocker Christa Brown added a great effort as well with a kills and three total blocks (none solo). Junior

Owens

set with the 25-12 win. the second set turned out to be more of the same as the

points 17-21, the Rams took control of the set and scored eight unanswered points to claim the match victory.

With the win, the Rams improve to 6-4 overall and 3-0 in CIAA play. the Rams will look to keep things going when they host Fayetteville State in their first CIAA Southern Division match of the season, today (thursday, Sept. 24) at Whitaker Gymnasium. the match is free to the public and is scheduled for a 7 p.m. start.

For more information on Rams volleyball, log on to www.WSSURams.com.

Community Briefs

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Parents reminded of required school vaccines

The school year has started and Forsyth County Department of Public Health wants to remind parents about the required school vaccines for 2015-2016.

Children starting kindergarten and seventh grade are required to have specific vaccines to protect them from serious diseases.

Kindergartners are required to have: two doses of varicella (chicken pox) vaccine if they do not have a history of disease documented by a health care provider, and the fourth (or fifth) dose of polio vaccine must be given after 4 years of age and before entering school for the first time. All kindergartners are required to have a physical exam signed by their physician. For more information, contact Caren Jenkins at 336-703-3274.

According to the NC Law, seventh graders are required to have one dose of Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis), and one dose of meningococcal vaccines if they have not previously received these vaccines.

Children must have their immunizations up to date.

Those do not will not be allowed to return to school today (Sept. 24).

Come to Clinic 3 at the Forsyth County Department of Public Health at 799 N. Highland Avenue, Winston-Salem, during the following hours to get the required vaccines: Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday 8:30 a.m. to 3:45 p.m., Thursday 9:30 a.m. to 6:45 p.m. and Friday 8:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.

The immunization clinic is a walk-in clinic and does not require appointments. Children with no insurance or Medicaid pay no out of pocket fee for immunizations. Neither credit cards nor private insurance will be accepted.

For more information about the required vaccines visit: www.immunize.nc.gov.

Blood donations needed

During Liver Awareness Month this October, the American Red Cross encourages eligible donors to give blood and platelets to support liver transplant patients and others needing blood products.

Liver transplants are the second most common type of transplant with more than 6,000 performed in the U.S. each year, according to the American Liver Foundation. Liver transplant patients may require in excess of 30 pints of blood during surgery.

Upcoming blood donations are as follows: Kernersville; Oct. 3 from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at The Bridge, 1080 Old Greensboro Rd.; Oct. 5 from 2 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Kernersville Wesleyan Church/Family Life Center, 930 N. Main St.; Oct. 11 from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Main Street United Methodist Church, 306 S. Main St.; Oct. 13 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Glenn High School, 1600 Union Cross Road. WinstonSalem; Oct. 2 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Novant Health Forsyth Medical, 3333 Silas Creek Pkwy.; Oct. 2 from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Centenary United Methodist Church, 646 W. Fifth St.; Oct. 3 from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Olivet Moravian Church, 2205 Olivet Church Rd.; Oct. 4 from noon to 4:30 p.m. at Canaan United Methodist Church, 1760 Shady Grove Church Rd.; Oct. 7 from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Wells Fargo Center, 100 N. Main St.; Oct. 8 from 3 to 7:30 p.m. at South Fork Church Of Christ, 205 Keating Dr. Oct. 10 from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, 4820 Kinnamon Road Oct. 10 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Hope Community Church, 4660 Brownsboro Road Oct. 15 from 2 to 6:30 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church James B. Sechrist Building, 5000 Country Club Road.

SECU members partner with N.C. GreenPower for Solar Schools Project

State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU) members via the SECU Foundation are once again teaming up with N.C. GreenPower to help expand the development of renewable energy sources through a pilot program geared to benefit North Carolina public schools – the Solar Schools project. Over the next two years, SECU Foundation will provide a total investment of up to $140,000, awarding a $10,000 matching challenge grant to 14 K-12 public schools that meet N.C. GreenPower’s program requirements for the installation of a pole-mounted solar PV system on school campuses.

Under the partnership agreement, N.C. GreenPower will oversee all aspects of the Solar Schools pilot project, including participant applications, program criteria and school selection, cost proposals, training and educational materials. Applicants who have the greatest need, such as public schools in economically depressed counties are preferred candidates for the Solar Schools project. Four schools have already been selected for the 2015-2016 school year and an additional ten schools will be selected for 20162017. For more information go to www.ncgreenpower.org.

Wake Forest Baptist received more than $5 million

Four donors and have provided gifts totaling $5.13 million to invest in chairs, professorships and endowed faculty scholars at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. The donors and their gifts, which was received during the past 12 months include: The McMichael Family Foundation, $1.5 million to establish a professorship in oncology; an anonymous donor, $1.5 million to establish an endowed faculty scholar position in aging and Alzheimer’s disease; James W. Johnston and the Johnston Family Foundation, $1.3 million to establish a professorship in diabetes and obesity; and The John Wesley and Anna Hodgin Hanes Foundation, $1 million to establish a professorship in cancer research.

“These kinds of gifts are among the most important to academic medicine,” said Edward Abraham, MD, dean of the Wake Forest School of Medicine. “They provide critical resources and time for research, education and patient care. These gifts will allow us to retain and attract outstanding research faculty, to achieve advances in treatment and science, and to help prepare the health care leaders of the future.”

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NC Women’s Summit There will be a NC Women’s Summit today (Sept. 24) from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Bridger Field House at Wake Forest University, located at 499 Deacon Blvd.

Women from across the state will come together to discuss how to advance the interests of North Carolina women and their families.

Television host on MSNBC and Executive Director of Pro Humanitate Mellissa Harris-Perry will be present. Also Nerea Tanden, President of the Center for American Progress in Washington, D.C., will give the keynote address. The cost will $15, which includes breakfast and lunch. For more information, contact KimMarie Saccoccio at 919-986-9701 or email Kim@WomenAdvanceNC.org.

Older Americans Work The Winston-Salem Urban League is having its “Ready for Work” makeover event today (Sept. 24) at 10 a.m. and a luncheon on Friday, Sept. 25 at noon at 201 W. Fifth St. Workers will learn to transform with renewed confidence, self-esteem through career readiness, personal appearance and apparel expo. For more information, contact Patricia Sadler at 336725-5614 or email psadler@wsurban.org.

Race relations discussion Students of WinstonSalem/Forsyth County high schools will have a race relations discussion today (Sept. 24) from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Parkland High School auditorium on 1600 Brewer Road. The discussion will be a part of the annual Student Race Relations Forum. The students will discuss their generation’s view toward racial attitudes, their personal experiences and the overall relevance of diversity for youth today. For more information, contact Wanda Allen-Abraham at 336-734-1226 or email wandaea@cityofws.org.

Historic marker A local historic marker commemorating the Easton Neighborhood will be unveiled Saturday, Sept. 26, at 3 p.m. at the intersection of Woodcote Street and Clemmonsville Road. The community was established in 1949 to meet the demand for postWorld War II housing. Speakers at the unveiling will include Mayor Allen Joines; Council Members Vivian H. Burke and James Taylor Jr.; Linda Dark of the Historic Resources Commission; Robert Leak III, president of the Easton Neighborhood Association; and Paula McCoy, executive director of Neighbors for Better Neighborhoods. For more information, contact Michelle McCullough at 336-747-7063 or email michellem@cityofws.org.

International membership tea The Winston-Salem Section of the National Council Negro Women Inc., is having its annual international membership tea on Saturday, Sept. 26 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Rupert Bell Recreation Center at 1501 Mount Zion Place.

Interested persons are welcome to join. Countries from Brazil, China, Jamaica and the United States will be present. For more information, contact Jean Moses-Petree at 336721-1288 or 336-416-3903.

Exhibit opening The Charlotte Hawkins Brown Museum, located at 6136 Burlington Road in Gibsonville, is having an exhibit opening on Saturday, Sept. 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Visitor Center. The exhibit runs through April 1, 2016.

“Freedom is a Fighting Word” shows Dr. Brown’s legacy and the Voting Rights Act of 1965. For more information, contact the museum at 336-449-4846.

Book sale The Friends of the Rural Hall Branch Library will have its used book sale beginning today (Sept.

24) through Saturday, Sept. 26 at 7125 Broad St. in Rural Hall.

Today’s sale is a Member’s Preview, from 4 to 6 p.m., with memberships available at the door for $10. Friday’s sale (Sept. 25) is from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday’s sale (Sept. 26) is from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. with a $5 per bag sale, along with a plant sale. For more information, contact the library at 336-703-2970.

Fall Vegetable Garden The Forsyth County Extension is having their Plan and Plant a Fall Vegetable Garden today (Sept. 24) at 11 a.m. at the South Fork Community Center on 4403 Country Club Road. This event is free and open to the public.

Wallace Williamson, Extension Master Gardner Volunteer, will discuss how to plan and implement a fall vegetable garden. Discussion will also include a look at plants that do well in the fall and winter, and what varieties work well in the Piedmont. For more information call Teresa Lowry at 336-682-6792 or email teresalowry65@gmail.com.

Art Nouveau exhibit Art Nouveau Winston-Salem will open its art exhibition with a reception on Friday, Sept. 25 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Womble Carlyle Gallery at the Milton Rhodes Center for the Arts, located at 251 N. Spruce St. The theme of the exhibition is “connectivity between artists in our community.”

For more information, contact Devon MacKay at 336-747-1417 or email dmackay@intothearts.org.

Hosana House fish fry Hosana House is sponsoring a fish fry and car wash fundraiser on Friday, Sept. 25 and Saturday, Sept. 26 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 3420 N. Patterson Ave. Fish plates are $7.50 with two sides, Fish sandwiches are $6 with cake and a drink, and grilled smoked beef or pork sandwiches are $2.50. All proceeds will go to renovate an inner city laundry to serve as an initial site of the Community Employment Training Lab (CETL). For more information, contact Sandra Sherrill-Oliver at 336-986-1987 or 336-748-1013.

Race for the Cure The Susan G. Komen Northwest N.C. is having the Race for the Cure for Breast Cancer on Saturday, Sept. 26 at 8 a.m. at downtown Winston-Salem and BB&T Ballpark. Proceeds will go to the Community Grants program, educational initiatives and research. For more information and to register, visit www.komennorthwestnc.org.

Yadkin Riverkeeper’s Clean Water Weekend The Yadkin Riverkeeper’s Second Annual Clean Water Weekend will begin on Sept. 25, in which there will be a meeting of environmental filmmakers at Krankie’s Coffee at 211 E. Third St. from 7 to 10 p.m. On Sept. 26, the Wild and Scenic Film Festival will be at SECCA on 750 Marguerite Drive where they will be showing films from 3 to 10:30 p.m. On Sept. 27, there will be the Yadkin River Clean-up and Celebration for World Rivers Day. Tickets range from $15-$35 for adults and $5 for children. For more information, go to www.YadkinRiverkeeper.org or contact Siobhan Olson at 336-7696365.

Vigils for Healing picnic The Vigils for Healing will have its annual picnic on Saturday, Sept. 26 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Reynolds Park, Shelter Four at 2450 Reynolds Park Rd. People are encouraged to bring a photo of a loved one that they lost from homicide. For more information, contact Gwen White at 336-788-5459.

Fall Fest Concert The Salem Band, directed by Eileen M. Young, will have its Fall Fest concert, “John Williams Spectacular”, directed by music of John Williams on Sunday, Sept. 27 at 3 p.m. at the Salem Square, Academy and Main Streets of Old Salem. Special guest is Darth Vader and the Stormtroopers. Rain date is Tuesday, Sept. 29 at 7 p.m.

This event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Young at eileenyoung@triad.rr.com or call 336-413-2180.

Technology/Business Expo The Piedmont Federal Savings Bank is sponsoring a Technology and Business Expo on Tuesday, Sept. 29, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Old Salem Visitor Center at 900 Old Salem Rd. Free and open to the public. There will be free food, prizes and networking.

Presenters include Mark Saunders on “How to Control Your Email Overload in Gmail”, Allan Younger on “Customer Engagement” and Karen Deitz on “How to Produce Markey and Statistical Reports in Matrix”. For more information call 336-721-7350 or go to http://www.wsrar.com/technologybusiness-expo.

Rosa Clemente at WSSU Former U.S. Vice Presidential candidate Rosa Clemente will be the keynote speaker for WinstonSalem State University’s inaugural Hispanic Heritage Month on Wednesday, Sept. 30 at 7 p.m. at the K.R. Williams auditorium at

WSSU’s campus. Clemente speaks on issues such as hip hop activism, media justice, voter engagement among youth of color, third party politics and more. For more information, contact Aaron Singleton at 336-750-3152.

Political empowerment There will be a Democratic Women’s political empowerment session on Thursday, Oct. 1 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Goler Enrichment Center, 630 N. Patterson Ave. There will be a workshop breakout session with councilwoman Denise “D.D.” Adams and Chief District Judge Lisa V. Menafee, followed by keynote presenter Patsy Keever, N.C .Democratic Party State Chair.

After the symposium, there will be a jazz social at the Forsyth County Democratic Party headquarters, 1128 Burke St. $10 suggested donation, light refreshments will be served. For more information, call 336-724-5941.

‘Hit the Bricks’ race The eight-hour ‘Hit the Bricks’ race will have its 35th anniversary on Thursday, Oct. 1 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the brick pathway of Hearn Plaza on Wake Forest University campus. This race will be to raise money for the Brian Piccolo Cancer Fund. Brian Piccolo was a Wake Forest alumnus and a running back for the Chicago Bears, when he died of cancer in 1970. For more information call 336-758-5237.

Senior Democrats meeting There will be a Forsyth County Senior Democrats meeting on Thursday, Oct. 1 at 9 a.m. at the Golden Corral on 4965 University Pkwy. Guest speaker will be Linda Coleman, a candidate for Lieutenant Governor of N.C. Her topic will be, “It’s Time For A Different Approach.” Members and guest wanting the breakfast buffet will be able to enter the restaurant at 8:30 a.m. For more information, contact Jim Shaw at 336-767-0860 or 336-287-5053.

Environmental movie night There will be an environmental movie/speaker night on Thursday, Oct. 1 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Temple Emmanuel on 201 Oakwood Drive.

The featured film will be “The Light Bulb Conspiracy,” which combines investigative research and rare archive footage to trace the untold story of Planned Obsolescence. The speaker will be Dan S. Fogel, Wake Forest University’s Sustainability Graduate Programs Director.

Admission is free. Other movie dates are as follows: Nov. 5, Dec. 3, Jan. 7 2016, Feb. 4 2016, March 3 2016, April 7 2016 and May 5 2016. For more information, contact Gayle Tuch at 336-766-2767 or email ggtuch@yahoo.com.

Blood drive The Colonel Joseph Winston Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) along with the American Red Cross will host a blood drive on Friday, Oct. 2, from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Centenary United Methodist Church located at 646 W. Fifth St. For information or to schedule a time to donate, contact Robynn Rutledge at 336-575-1434 or email ColJosephWinstonDAR@gmail.co m.

Fall plant sale The Paul J. Ciener Botanical Garden will have its annual fall plant sale on Saturday, Oct. 3 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 215 S. Main St. in Kernersville. For a list of the plants, visit www.cienerbotanicalgarden.org. For more information, call 336-996-7888.

Community Mixer There will be a community mixer on Saturday, Oct. 3 at 6:30 p.m. at the Carolina’s Vineyards and Hops on 1111 S. Marshall St., Suite 184. There will be free appetizers. Hosts will be Kenneth Archie and Kimya N. Dennis. For more information, call 919-7100288 or email kimya.dennis@salem.edu.

“The Nutcracker” opening There will be a box office opening for the UNCSA production of “The Nutcracker” on Saturday, Oct. 3 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Stevens Center on 405 W. Fourth St. “The Nutcracker will be performed at the Stevens Center from Dec. 12-20. This opening is an inside look exclusively to purchase tickets. The tickets will officially go on sale to the public on Monday, Oct. 5 at the Stevens Center box office. For more information and ticket prices, call 336722-9660.

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Happening Now Kingdom Advancement conference Exodus United Baptist Church, 2000 Wilbur St., is continuing its Kingdom Advancement Conference beginning today (Sept. 24) and tomorrow (Sept. 25) at 7:30 p.m. Alvin E. Carlisle is senior pastor. The theme is “Return, Restore, Receive” from the scriptural reference of Isaiah 61: 1-7. For more information contact the church at 336-650-1002.

Citywide revival The Easter Sunrise Service Committee will continue its 11th annual citywide revival today (Sept. 24) and tomorrow (Sept. 25) at 7 p.m. at New Beginning Christian Church at 2920 NW Greenway Ave. Guest speakers will be Pastor Chad Armstrong of Phillip’s Chapel Baptist Church (today) and Dr. James Linville of Piney Grove Baptist Church (tomorrow). For more information, call 336-727-4053.

Sept. 25

Women’s Fellowship Vessels of Honor Church Ministry will host its Women’s Fellowship on Friday, Sept. 25 at 7 p.m. at 3608 Ogburn Ave. Prophetess Tammy Clark will be the guest speaker. For more information or transportation contact Pastor Clara Cremedy at 336-624-9351.

Prayer Around the Jail On Friday, Sept. 25 at 6 p.m., members of the Forsyth Jail and Prison Ministries will gather around the Forsyth County Jail on 201 N. Church St. to form a human prayer circle. The theme this year is “Overcoming Guilt and Shame.” For more information, call Claudette at 336-759-0063.

Beginning Sept. 26 Christian Convocation Emmanuel Baptist Church, located at 1075 Shalimar Dr., will host its annual Christian Convocation from Saturday, Sept. 26 through Sunday, Sept. 27.

There will be a continental breakfast Saturday (Sept. 26) morning at 9 a.m. followed by a workshop from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. There will be a Sunday morning service (Sept.

27) at 10 a.m. Dr. James H. Evans Evans, Jr., will lead the workshop and be a guest speaker.

For more information, contact Marcella Jordan at 336785-9887 or email mjostela@triad.rr.com.

Food sale/Men’s Day Antioch Christian Church, located at 1432 Underwood Ave., will have a fish, hot dog and ribs plate sale on Saturday, Sept. 26 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

There will be a Men’s Day on Sunday, Sept. 27 at 3 p.m. Rev. Shannon Jessup of Second New Bethel Baptist Church will be the guest speaker. Rev. James A. Gilliam is host pastor. For more information, call 336-725-3439.

Awakening Music Festival The Winston-Salem’s BB&T Ballpark will have the Awakening Festival on Saturday, Sept. 26 and Sunday, Sept. 27. Kirk Franklin, MercyMe, along with Renaissance and Zealand Worship will be performing on Saturday (Sept. 26). Jeremy Camp will be performing on Sunday (Sept. 27). Tickets are $25 to $75 per day. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster at www.ticketmaster.com. For more information, go to AwakeToMusic.com or call 336-331-3740 about ticket sales.

Sept. 27

Pastoral anniversary Rev. Dr. Linda Beal and the New Liberty Baptist Ministries, Inc., located at 5009 Voss St. will have its 17th church and pastoral anniversary on Sunday, Sept. 27 at 11 a.m. Rev. Zavious Pratt of Union Baptist Church will be the guest minister. All are welcome to attend. For more information, contact Tracee Spears at 336-608-5542 or Deacon Beal at 336-528-3256.

Missionary Union meeting The Forsyth County Missionary Union meeting will be on Sunday, Sept. 27 at 3 p.m. at the Union Chapel Baptist Church at 300 E. 25th St. The youth and young adults will meet at 1:30 p.m. There will be a Business/Program featuring the first vice presidents.

For more information, call 336-817-8424.

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Women’s Day St. James A.M.E. Church will celebrate Women’s Day on Sunday, Sept. 27 at 10 a.m. on 1501 N. Patterson Ave. The cochairpersons are Kimberly N. Howard-Green and Myrna D. Williams. Guest speaker will be the Rev. Vernell McAdoo. The Rev. Steven L. Lyons is pastor.

The public is invited to attend. For more information contact the church at 336-724-3825.

Family and friends day New Hope Missionary Baptist Church will celebrate family and friends day on Sunday, Sept. 27 at 4 p.m. at 1201 New Hope Ln. Apostle Gloria Samuels of the Great Commission Church will be guest speaker.

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Black Methodist leaders organize for justice

BY JAZELLE HUNT NNPA WASHINGTON CORRESPONDENT

WASHINGTON – Flanked by images of the nine men and women at Emanuel A.M.E. Church in Charleston, S.C., and the four little girls killed in the 1963 bombing of 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Ala., among other victims of racial violence, a coalition of Black Methodist leaders stepped squarely into the current fight for racial justice.

The coalition announced its social and political goals via a “Liberty and Justice for All” press conference, held at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. on Sept. 2.

“We … are complicit due to our lack of follow-through. God alerted us in March of 2010 when we gathered in Columbia, South Carolina to sound the alarm regarding the plight of African American males. Prior to Trayvon [Martin], prior to Eric Garner, prior to Michael Brown,” said Rev. Staccato Powell of Grace A.M.E. Zion Church in Raleigh, N.C. “We were saying this then.

However, to our own shame and

Bishop John R. Bryant, Senior Bishop of the African Methodist Episcopal (A.M.E.) Church listens to a speaker during a press conference with clergymen representing the A.M.E. at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. on Sept. 2. A portrait of the slain Rev. Clementa Pinckney of Emanuel A.M.E. Church in Charleston, S.C. is in the background.

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detriment, we confess the lack of follow-through. We wrote the check, but failed to deposit the resources to

make it a negotiable instrument of fact.”

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Exodus United gives away book bags to students

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Exodus United Baptist Church, 2000 Wilbur Street, hosted its fifth annual southside back-to- school giveaway. The church prepared and distributed 250 book bags stuffed with school supplies for students that attend elementary and middle schools in the Southside District of the Forsyth County.

Participants had to be accompanied by a parent and bring proof of school assignment and residence in order to receive the school supplies on Monday, Aug.17, at Forest Park.

School supplies were donated from the local members of the church who also participated in a church fundraiser to host the event, along with the assistance from another local ministry, Cathedral of Refuge Church.

This year was planned to be a larger turnout than in previous years, so the event was moved to the park.

“I am grateful to be a service to our Southside community and also for the support from the members of the ministry as well as the support from other ministries who worked together to make this Back to School Event a success. We had a larger turnout than before, and looking forward to making the event better each year as we are committed to outreach and serving our community. This is only one of the annual functions that we are committed to,” says Pastor Alvin E. Carlisle Jr., senior pastor of Exodus United Baptist Church.

The event was coordinated by the Special Events Committee of Exodus United, chaired by Ronee Walker.

Food was provided by the church and Billy Corne of “Take it to the Streets Ministry,” who began his outreach in 2002.

Entertainment was provided by various local groups, which included Emmanuel Baptist Church Step Team, GC3 Mime Ministry and Carver High School Marching Band.

Pastor Carlisle of Exodus United Baptist Church and volunteers distribute book bags on Aug. 17.

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The church gave a special thanks to all others who were apart of the event, including the Malloy Jordan East Winston-Heritage Center Library; Spanish interpreters of PepsiCo, Francisca Flores, Teresa Gonzalez, Lisa Szuts and Josseline Jauregui; and the Winston-Salem State University Mobile Ram Unit.

For more information, contact Pastor Alvin E. Carlisle Jr. at 336-650-1002.

Sisters of Goler Memorial plan ‘Chit Chat’

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The Women’s Ministry of Goler Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church will conduct its third annual “Chit Chat & All That Sistah’s Breakfast and Table Talk” on Saturday, Sept. 26 at 9 a.m. at the Goler Family Enrichment Center, 620 N. Patterson Avenue.

The “Chit Chat,” an interactive Bible study designed specifically for women, helps increase women’s spiritual and emotional development. This year’s theme, “In Spite of My Challenges, Thank God I’m A Woman,” will provide an opportunity for women to learn to appreciate who they are in the Lord while embracing the diverse and often complex twists and turns associated with womanhood. There is no cost to attend.

The guest presenter will be Elder Kendra T. Davis of Greater Cleveland

Avenue Christian Church, WinstonSalem. Davis is a powerful intercessory prayer warrior and her life work has been committed to empowering individuals to live the life Jesus died for them.

She is a published author of two books “Rivers of Life” and “No More Discounts – Sovereign Secrets.”

Her first book, “Rivers of Life,” is a collection of changing Davis sermons and homilies; has been said to be a resource that will empower and inspire persons to bounce back from anything. Many have described it as a spiritual vitamin that will rejuvenate, revitalize and refresh you.

Davis is a licensed substance abuse counselor and certified criminal justice addiction professional. In 2010, she established K*META-

MORPHOSIS, a Christian counseling organization whose vision, mission and philosophy was birthed out of the desire to fill a much needed treatment gap in the community. The organization’s mission is to utilize a holistic approach to restore fallen humanity.

Davis is currently pursuing a doctorate degree at Apex School of Theology, where she will obtain a Doctorate of Ministry degree in Biblical Studies. She is a graduate of Winston-Salem State University, receiving a Bachelor of Science Degree in Sociology in 1999 and Master of Science Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling in 2009.

Her motto is “Your past failures will not dictate your future, or hold you hostage unless you allow it!”

For additional details call 336764-8629. The Rev. Dr. George C. Banks is the pastor of Goler Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church.

Remembering God’s Faithfulness

Lesson Scripture: Acts 7: 2-4, 8-10, 17, 33-34, 45-47, 53

By the end of this lesson, we should • Appreciate our history in light of God’s faithfulness to us • Stand firm on our beliefs no matter the consequences • Commit to live a more empowered life

Background: Stephen was one of the seven chosen to serve the widows. In most churches today, we call them deacons/stewards. To make their selections binding, the apostles “laid hands on them.”

Stephen, full of grace and power, did great wonders and

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signs. Opposition to Stephen arose from the Synagogue of Freedmen located in several provinces. This group of men was former slaves in the area.

Their opposition became so heated because they couldn’t stand up to Stephen’s wisdom.

They secretly got some other men to charge him with blasphemy against Moses and God. Stephen was arrested and brought before the Sanhedrin.

Lesson: To fully appreciate Stephen’s defense, you need to read all of Acts 7. Stephen defends himself by giving a lengthy history of the Jews. He begins with

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WFU faculty panel to discuss Pope Francis’ Encyclical on the Environment

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Wake Forest University School of Divinity will convene a panel discussion featuring a theologian, a biologist and a journalist, whose work in the context of Latin America can help people understand the impact of Laudato si’ and rethink how this earth, as a common home, is shared.

The event will be on Tuesday, Oct. 6, 7 to 8:30 p.m., in the Kulynych Auditorium of the Porter Byrum Welcome Center on the campus of Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem.

“Laudato si’ (“Praised be”): The Impact of Pope Francis’ Encyclical and Reflections on Our Common Home” is a panel discussion featuring three Wake Forest

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Comprised of representatives from the African Methodist Episcopal (A.M.E.), African Methodist Episcopal Zion (A.M.E. Zion), and Christian Methodist Episcopal (C.M.E.) churches, the coalition hopes to influence federal, state, and local governments in changing biased and discriminatory policies. It also aims to call the faith community to political action.

About 150 clergy members, faith professionals, National Pan-Hellenic Council members, media, and more – including Black Lives Matter affiliates and a relative of Rev. DePayne Middleton-Doctor, one of the Charleston Nine victims – attended the press conference.

At the event, A.M.E., A.M.E. Zion, and C.M.E faith leaders outlined a list of political demands, with criminal justice reform chief among them. Others included a reversal of biased drug laws, body cameras for all law enforcement and deployment of special prosecutors in cases when

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Elder Richard Wood is program leader. Bishop John C. Parks is host pastor. For more information call 336724-5401.

Afternoon service The Evangelist Group of New Direction Movement Cathedral will host an afternoon service on Sunday, Sept. 27 at 4 p.m. at 3300 Overdale Dr. Guest speaker will be Pastor Phillip McCloud of Fresh Fire Worship Center.

The youth and young adults will be in charge of the morning service. For more information, call 336771-2111.

Solar panel dedication The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Winston-Salem, located at 4055 Robinhood Rd. will dedicate its new solar panels in the roof on Sunday, Sept. 27 at 12:15 p.m. At 9 a.m. and 11 a.m., Rev. Lisa Schwartz will speak on “Investing Our Vision.” At the 9:15 a.m. Forum, Susan Campbell and Ann Barefield will speak on “There T’s of Support: Time, Talent and Treasure”. For more information, visit uufws.org.

Women’s Day The Messiah Community Christian Church will be celebrating Women’s Day on Sunday, Sept. 27 at 11 a.m. on 2651 Belews Creek Road. The theme is “Hope, Joy, and Love provide Women with strength for the journey ahead.” Guest speaker will be the Rev. Oretta McNeill from Friendship Missionary Baptist Church of High Point. The Rev. Louis Threatt is pastor. For more information, contact Ureta Miller at 336-6021440.

Beginning Sept. 27 Week of Prayer There will be a week of prayer beginning Sunday, Sept. 27 at 7 p.m. at the Women’s Ministries of Ephesus at 1225 N. Cleveland Ave. The speaker will be Dr. Ann Porter.

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Abraham’s call by God and the covenant. It appears that God’s promise to the patriarch is threatened because Sarah is barren. It is God’s faithfulness to His promise that allowed the birth of the Twelve Tribes.

He goes on to say that from Joseph, one of the Twelve, God brings Moses to the forefront to lead the people out of bondage. Once again

the guest speaker will be Teneka Hawkins at 7 p.m., and Friday, Oct. 2, the speaker will be Temeka Whicker at 7 p.m. For more information call 336-7240491 or 336-723-3140.

Homecoming revival Center Grove A.M.E. Zion church will have its annual homecoming and revival beginning Sunday, Sept.

27 through Wednesday, Sept. 30 at 7 p.m. nightly at 7001 Zion Church Road in Tobaccoville. Rev. Dr. Tyrone K. Rigsby will deliver the Sunday morning message at 11 a.m., the 3 p.m. speaker will be Rev. Dairl Scott and members of New Hope A.M.E. Zion Church of Lewisville. The speaker of Monday through Wednesday (Sept.

28-30) will be Rev. Dr. Otis McMillian. For more information call 336-983-2737.

Oct. 3 Gala Event New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, 1201 New Hope Lane, is sponsoring a Gala event on Saturday, Oct. 3 at the Enterprise Center, 1922 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr., from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. There will be a live jazz band and playwright, comedian James Lyons aka “Uncle Ezell”. A silent auction will be held for the late Maya Angelou.

Transportation will be provided by ‘A Formal Affair’ limousine services. Dress code is formal attire.

Tickets are $25 per person and will be available at the church from Saturday, Sept. 19 and Saturday, Sept. 26 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information call 336-724-5401.

Women’s Day program There will be a Women’s Day program on Saturday, Oct. 3 at 11 a.m. at the Ephesus Church and School on 1225 N. Cleveland Ave. Guest speaker will be Betty Bailey, the New Principle/Teacher for Ephesus Junior Academy.

At 5 p.m. there will be gospel singing and other talents. Elder Godwin Mitchell Jr., is Pastor. For more information call 336God’s faithfulness is displayed. The history lesson continues with the events from Joshua to David.

Stephen declares that even though they have the land, the Law, and the Temple, their rejection of the “Righteous One” makes them disobedient. The Sanhedrin is furious!

Life’s Application: There are times that we forget God’s faithfulness individually and corporately.

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University faculty: Elizabeth O’Donnell Gandolfo, Earley Assistant Professor of Catholic and Latin American Studies, School of Divinity; Justin Catanoso, director of the Journalism Program, associate professor of the Practice, Wake Forest College; and Miles Silman, professor of biology, Wake Forest College.

The panel will be moderated by Fred Bahnson, director of the School of Divinity’s Food, Faith, and Religious Leadership Initiative and assistant professor of the Practice of Ecological Well-Being.

Conversations about climate change are often isolated among different disciplines. Scientists use the language of analysis and data; people of faith speak of morals and ethical obligation; journalists speak of social impact. And yet

climate change is no respecter of geographic borders or academic disciplines; it is an issue that affects all. With the publication of his widely-hailed encyclical Laudato si', Pope Francis has called for a holistic way of approaching climate change, one that cuts across nationality, academic discipline, or religious difference.

The event is free and open to the public, but RSVP is required.

Go to https://events.wfu.edu/event/wakediv_laudato_si_impact.

The event is sponsored by School of Divinity’s Food, Faith, and Religious Leadership Initiative and is co-sponsored by Wake Forest University’s Humanities Institute and Center for Energy, Environment and Sustainability (CEES).

police kill unarmed civilians.

Other action areas included education reform, economic justice, gun control, and a restoration of broad voting rights.

In tandem with its grassroots political approach, the coalition aims to have this agenda addressed during the 2016 presidential campaign. In November, Allen University in Columbia, S.C., a historically black university founded by A.M.E. church leaders – will host a Presidential Justice Forum in which all candidates will be invited to present their criminal justice platforms.

Additionally, the presumed nominees of both parties will be invited to the general conferences of the A.M.E. and A.M.E. Zion churches in July 2016.

Coalition co-convener Bishop Reginald T. Jackson of the A.M.E. Church, who is based in northern New Jersey, announced that the coalition would be sending letters this month to request meetings with congressional party leaders.

“As people of faith, we believe hearts can be changed.

But the problems and consequences of racism cannot and

should not wait for changes of heart alone. And as has been the case in the history of our nation, political leaders must act to do – in legislative action and fairness and equality – what changes of heart may be slow to do,” said Bishop Lawrence Reddick of the C.M.E. Church, also speaking at the press conference.

All faith leaders are encouraged to lead their congregations in National Gun Violence Prevention Sabbath Weekend, which will be observed December 10-13.

The coalition also hopes to collaborate with community partners and other influential bodies to reach unchurched people in the community.

“The Black Church cannot do this alone. In fact, Bishop Reddick in his sermon last night addressed the fact that folks may not know Christ, may not be in our church, but they have something to contribute – and to their credit, have already contributed,” said Jackson. “We’re making a concerted effort that, this is not just for church folk, but this is for all of us – one nation, under God, with liberty and justice for all.”

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Beginning Oct. 8 Fall revival Vessels of Honor Church Ministry will have its fall revival on Thursday, Oct. 8 and Friday, Oct. 9 at 7 p.m. at 3608 Ogburn Ave. Guest speakers will be Pastor Scottie White, senior pastor of Abba Fathers Ministry (Oct. 8), and Pastor Johnny Scott, pastor of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in Yadkinville (Oct. 9). For more information or transportation contact Pastor Clara Cremedy at 336-624-9351.

Ongoing Living Healthy workshop Living Healthy is having a workshop every Monday through Nov. 2, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Peace Haven Baptist Church on 3384 York Road. Pre-registration is required. For more information and to register, call 336-748-0217.

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

Boutique SJ Boutique Free clothes closet is open every second, fourth and fifth Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. each month at St. When things in our lives go wrong, instead of pulling our hair out, just stop and remember His faithfulness.

Yes, there are special days that we remember, but every day provides the opportunity to remember.

Remembering can bring joy, tears, and inspiration for the days ahead. We gain strength by remembering and appreciating God’s faithfulness to a people who don’t deserve His blessings.

James A.M.E. Church, 1501 N. Patterson Ave. Open to the public.

Volunteers needed. Contact 336-995-1464.

Noon-Day Express New Liberty Baptist Ministries, 5009 Voss St., will host Noon-Day Express services on Wednesdays from noon to 12:45 p.m. Guest speakers from around the city and area will encourage your hearts at midweek preaching the Gospel of Power and Commitment. A lunch will be offered. The public is cordially invited to attend. The Rev. Dr. Linda Beal is the host pastor. For more information contact Tracee Spears at 336-4290512, or Deacon Beal at 336-528-3256.

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Wednesday Services Prayer & Bible Study . . . . . . . 7:30 p.m.

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Thanks to the “Flat Rock Anthem” video, everyone can get a glimpse of Flat Rock Middle being a fine school.

The idea for creating a song for the school and a video to go with it came from assistant principal Daryl Florance. He readily acknowledges that it grew into something more through the collaboration of other adults and the students at Flat Rock. Eighthgrader Bryaunna Wright, seventh-graders Nasier Smith and yadhaliz Perez were among the students Florance invited to offer ideas for the project.

“It was exciting,” said Wright.

Wright said that when she thinks about what makes Flat Rock a good school, she thinks about how the teachers and others at the school do their best to help everyone. For the video, Smith came up with the idea of having a scene in which the students work in the classrooms. Then they start moving to the music when they listen to the song over the public address system.

“We’re showing what we believe in at Flat Rock,” Smith said.

Perez ended up being one of the students in the video.

Knowing that people would be watching the video made her a lit-

(L-R) Bryaunna Wright, Yadhaliz Perez, assistant principal Daryl Florance and Nasier Smith.

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tle nervous. But she thought it was important for everyone to know that at Flat Rock, students behave responsibly.

“The video turned out really well,” said Principal Becky Hodges. “It’s fabulous. Students relate to it and are excited to see themselves in it.”

Music has been an important part of Florance’s life. He started singing in church as a child.

“I remember being in the

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choir when I was 7 or 8,” said Florance. “My grandmother was over the choir.”

When Florance went to the University of North Carolina at Greensboro as a N.C. Teaching Fellow, he joined the Neo Black Society Gospel Choir. After he graduated in 2003 and became a teacher at Page High School in Greensboro, he wrote a song called “Let the Banjo Play”, while teaching his social studies

students about the black roots of the banjo.

“Ultimately we created a video in class in which we talked about the story of the banjo,” Florance said. “I had so much fun with that.”

After completing a master’s degree in school administration at Gardner-Webb University in 2013, he was offered the job at Flat Rock. He began thinking about possibilities for helping to

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instill pride in students and to increase the profile of the school.

“I wanted to create something that helped identify what we are all about,” he said.

Flat Rock is one of the many schools in the WinstonSalem/Forsyth County School System that has adopted a program known as Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS). By the end of his first year, Florance had wrote a song with lyrics that incorporated the PBIS guidelines.

After the song was played at an assembly at the beginning of Florance’s second year, physical education teacher Jimmy Wormack choreographed a routine for the Flat Rock Middle School Step Team to perform with the song.

When it was time to create the video, teacher Noreen CortezHarrigan and Sheldon Beatty, a regular substitute, helped with the staging.

One of Florance’s former students, Kierre James, also known as KJ the Kidd, sung on the video. Florance, his wife, Shonda and their two children, Damia and DaShaun, were involved with the video.

For the direct link of “Flat Rock Anthem”, go to https://www.youtube.com/watch ?v=ixucHsvLNog&feature=yout u.be. The video is also being shown on the school system’s station Cable 2.

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Sethos Court 105, an auxiliary of the Ancient Egyptian Arabic Order of the Nobles Mystic Shrine, Inc. (AEAONMS), honored two young ladies with scholarships of $250 each to assist the cost of books as they enter into college. Scholarship recipient Brittany Patrick is a graduate of Carver High School, who is pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology /Pre-Med at Johnson C. Smith University. Amethyst Johnson, graduate of Parkland Magnet High School, is currently attending North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. The objective of Sethos Court 105 is to work in the community and assist in serving those who are in need in our community. Rosalyn Joyner serves as the Illustrious Commandress.

(L-R) Imperial Deputy of the Oasis Erica Woods, PC Veronica Sawyer, Maxine Gwyn (aunt of Brittany Patrick), Brittany Patrick, Illustrious Commandress Rosalyn Joyner, PC Larn Dillard and Dt. Hattie B. Fulton, Scholarship Committee Chairperson. Not pictured is scholarship recipient Amethyst ReMae Johnson.

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Book provides treatment tips to navigating life through depression or grief

By TERRI SCHLICHENMEyER FOR THE CHRONICLE

you’re tired of having red eyes. you’re tired of crying, too; tired of an empty soul, runny nose, and dry mouth but you know there are more tears inside you and they need to come out.

Whoever said that big girls don’t cry needs to know that that’s not true: as in the new book “Welcome to My Breakdown” by Benilde

Little, sometimes crying is only the beginning.

For many years, Clara Little liked to say that she knew her last child would be a girl. She predicted it, and it happened – perhaps through force of will because, says her daughter, Clara was that kind of person: self-reliant and strong.

Clara worked long overnight shifts, but made sure that her house was spotless. She helped care for her neighbors and her family, giving her children

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a good upper-middle-class life at a time when that was a rare thing in their mostlyAfrican American New Jersey community. Her giving spirit and her no-nonsense personality remained well-known for the rest of her life, and when Clara died, her many friends mourned along with her family.

For Benilde Little, the death of her mother was a crushing blow – the biggest in a series of events that bruised her already-fragile, sensitive soul. Two months prior, Little lost her fatherin-law. After her mother’s death, her best friend’s mother died, the financial market collapsed, the Littles’ income fell, Little’s dog got sick, menopausal symptoms exacerbated, and her husband was diagnosed with cancer.

For months, Little could barely function without dissolving in tears. She had trouble getting out of bed, she stopped calling on friends, and her writing career all but halted.

Seemingly everybody had advice and most offered support but, powerless to pull herself up and knowing that this was more than just grief, Little began seeking help for a diagnosis of clinical depression.

She tried therapy sessions, prescriptions, distractions and exercise, but she still couldn’t stop crying and she couldn’t erase certain mental images that plagued her. There were good days, but they were eclipsed by

the very, very bad days until she began to see things that further opened her eyes.

We’ve all had times in our lives when nothing goes right. “Welcome to My Breakdown,” shows what it feels like when one of Those Days lasts for years.

Indeed, although it’s hard to accurately explain the depths of depression or grief, author Benilde Little still gives readers a good

sense of the senseless, and of the confusion that’s felt when one is completely, totally powerless to explain why certain harmful emotions are so sticky and can’t abate. We’re also taken on a trip through a few of the various treatments that work – and don’t – before Little finds a shaky conclusion.

Be aware that there’s quite a bit of back-story filler and empty namedropping here but since this

book could be a comfort to anyone experiencing grief or depression, the pay-off might be worth the journey.

For that person, “Welcome to My Breakdown” could be a memoir well-read.

The Bookworm is Terri Schlichenmeyer. Terri has been reading since she was 3 years old and she never goes anywhere without a book. She lives on a hill in Wisconsin with two dogs and 14,000 books.

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On the set of the third-year student film “ F r a m e Drop,” which is among the student films that will be screened on Friday at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts.

UncSa School of Filmmaking to screen eight student films

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eight films produced during the 2014-15 school year at the University of north carolina School of the arts (UncSa) will be offered during the School of Filmmaking’s fall screening on Friday, Sept. 25 at 7:30 p.m. in Main theatre in Film’s Studio Village on the campus at 1533 S. Main St. Behind-the-scenes footage of an animated film and a talk-back with student filmmakers will be included in the program. admission is free.

Dean Susan ruskin, who curated the collection, said her selections will include work by three 2015 graduates named by Variety magazine to its list of 110 students to watch, and another who is nominated for a prestigious cinematography award. “this screening is billed as ‘the best of the School of Filmmaking,’ but it is only some of the best of last year’s work,” she said. christene hurley, evan Scott russell and tyler harmon-townsend were recognized by Variety, and West Webb is a finalist for the heritage award for excellence in Undergraduate cinematography from the american Society of cinematographers (aSc). the winner will be announced in late September.

“We are proud to present the work of these four exceptional young filmmakers, along with films made by many other talented artists,” ruskin said. “the talk-back will offer an invaluable opportunity for students to engage with those who have just viewed their work.” the 90-minute screening includes three fourth-year films, produced by filmmakers who graduated in May. they include: “ • “Blame,” written and directed by Denny clevinger, Jr., produced by Sara newell, with cinematography by harmon-townsend. harmon-townsend and clevinger also edited the film, which utilizes animatronics; the use of robotic devices to emulate a human or an animal, or bring lifelike characteristics to an otherwise inanimate object.

• “No Tip,” directed by hurley, written by crystal Marze, produced by Michael Samilow, with cinematogra-

phy by Webb. it includes original music composed by Jeffrey Barrett, who received a master’s degree in film music composition in May. • “Roma Project,” written and produced by russell, directed by harry Keenan, with cinematography by harmon-townsend. it features original music composed by two 2015 graduates; ian Joseph Vogler, who received a master’s degree in film music composition and Daniel Brooks, a saxophonist who received a Bachelor of Music from the School of Music.

also on the program are two second-year films. they are: • “Another Everest,” directed and animated by aleksandre Kosinksi. Dri Sommer directed behind-thescenes footage of the making of the film, which also will be offered.

• “Terms And Conditions,” directed by elizabeth Fletcher, written by chris Dold, produced by Darrne Dai, with cinematography by Jesse Sanchez-Strauss. celebrating its 50th anniversary, the UncSa is america’s first state-supported arts school, a unique stand-alone public university of arts conservatories. With a high school component, UncSa is a degree-granting institution that trains young people of talent in dance, design and production, drama, filmmaking, and music.

For more information, visit www.uncsa.edu.

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Fallen Linemen Foundation provides scholarships to Forsyth Tech program

Forsyth tech’s electrical linemen Program, located at the college’s northwest Forsyth center in King, is earning a national reputation for its affordability, top-notch instruction, state-of-the-art facilities and job placement statistics.

Because of scholarships made available through the Fallen linemen Foundation, a limited number of qualified students each year can participate in the program expense free. the Fallen linemen Foundation, an organization dedicated to supporting linemen and their families, awards two $1,000 scholarships per year to qualifying students enrolled in a north carolina electrical linemen program.

Bill adams, Forsyth tech’s director of occupational extension who runs the lineman program, said, “our program

is known for its incredibly low cost, but with the scholarship opportunities we offer, choosing our program is an easy decision.”

Since the spring of 2014, five Forsyth tech students have received scholarships, which cover all program-related costs, including registration fees, parking, work boots for climbing poles, and books. the five Forsyth tech students who have received scholarships to date include: nick o’ Donnell and Gabriel leftwich (spring 2014), aaron Greene and Justin Wackerly (fall 2014) and Josh Pilcher (spring 2015).

Forsyth tech’s nineweek lineman program in King, which has been offered five times throughout the year since the program began in 2010 with a cap of 24 students per class, is the only electrical lineman accredited training and education Facility in north carolina. the program provides students with the academic

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according to a 2013 harris Poll, only about one in three americans report being very happy. Dr. antwain Goode, Ph.D., suspects that a great contributor to that statistic is a lack of self-fulfillment among many adults today. he wholeheartedly believes that his book, “Bet the Farm”, which was released Sept. 1, can and will help readers find and develop strategies to reach their personal goals. “this isn’t just a self-help book. this is a catalyst to start a movement of americans getting back to searching for and finding the american dream,” said Goode. he believes that the country’s recent financial crisis has left many in survival mode. “too many people are still living in fear. they have placed their drive to become their best selves aside in exchange for the hope of simply meeting their basic needs. this country is about more than that. it’s about constantly growing and aspiring to reach our best selves and inspiring others to reach theirs. ‘Bet the Farm’ will help people to rediscover the drive for self-fulfillment,” Goode said.

three third-year films, produced by students who are now seniors, are on the program. they include: • “Every Day Heroes,” directed by caleb ennis, written by carrine Boord and chelsey cummings, produced

by Sofia thomasson, with cinematography by Drew Barnett and original music composed by Patrick Willard.

• “Danny Freud,” directed by Madeliene rae Painter, written by thomas campbell and richard rogers, produced by Matthew Kenney, with cinematography by Jack Deichert and music composed by Yen-Ming huang.

• “Frame Drop,” directed by neil Soffer, written by Soffer and Dalton Price, produced by Santiago Marcos, with cinematography by Jin Kim.

Fallen Lineman Foundation scholarship recipient, Justin Wackerly (center), with Foundation board members Kevin Dyson (left) and Ed Hurst (right).

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and field skills necessary to qualify as entry-level line workers More than 80 percent of the nearly 400 graduates from the program receive job offers upon completion.

Pike enterprises, an industry sponsor for the program, has hired nearly half of the graduates. other employers include Duke energy, american lighting & Signalization, Utility lines construction Service, city of high Point and many others. as its lineman program continues to grow, Forsyth tech is attracting students from across the country, including new York, ohio, Florida and california, who seek the quality training and employment opportunities the program offers.

“We’ve got a whole lot going for us: experienced staff, great advisory committee and a commitment to keep the program current and valuable,” said adams.

“We’re glad our graduates are satisfied and spreading the word.”

the book is a collection of anecdotes and advice from Goode and other business leaders organized into “themes” such as values, ambition and relationships. these themes are designed to help readers leverage energy, increase productivity, and add passion to their lives. he is confident that as people read and adopt the strategies they find in “Bet the Farm” they will begin to find the happiness and fulfillment they have been missing.

Goode said, “When people rediscover how to work toward their dreams they will share those concepts to help others do the same. Great things often begin with something small-like a book.”

For more information, call 336-774-0800. to learn more about the author, visit www.tateconsulting.org.

NCDOT TO HOLD PUBLIC MEETING SEPTEMBER 29 FOR THE PROPOSED ROADWAY ON NEW LOCATION EAST OF HARPER ROAD (S.R. 1101) TO LEWISVILLE-CLEMMONS ROAD (S.R. 1103) IN CLEMMONS

The N. C. Department of Transportation will hold a public meeting in September regarding the proposed project to construct a new roadway, east of Harper Road (S.R. 1101) to Lewisville-Clemmons Road (S.R. 3800/1103) in Clemmons, Forsyth County.

The meeting will take place on Tuesday, September 29 at Clemmons Village Hall located at 3715 Clemmons Road in Clemmons from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Interested citizens may attend at any time during the meeting hours. NCDOT representatives will be available to answer questions and listen to comments regarding the project.

Please note that no formal presentation will be made. Citizens will also have the opportunity to submit comments and questions in writing. Comments received will be taken into consideration as the project develops.

The public can view maps displaying the location and design of the project as they become available online at http://www.ncdot.gov/projects/publicmeetings.

Anyone desiring additional information may contact Brett Abernathy, Division 9 Project Manager 375 Silas Creek Parkway, Winston Salem, 27127 by phone: (336) 747-7800 or email: jbabernathy@ncdot.gov. All comments must be received no later than Monday, October 12, 2015.

NCDOT will provide auxiliary aids and services under the Americans with Disabilities Act for disabled persons who wish to participate in this meeting. Anyone requiring special services should contact Ms. Diane Wilson via e-mail at pdwilson1@ncdot.gov or by phone (919) 707-6073 as early as possible so that arrangements can be made.

Aquellas personas que hablan español y no hablan inglés, o tienen limitaciones para leer, hablar o entender inglés, podrían recibir servicios de interpretación si los solicitan antes de la reunión llamando al 1-800-481-6494.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE WINSTON-SALEM CITY COUNCIL ON PETITIONS FOR ZONING CHANGES

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to the requirements of Article 19 of Chapter 160A of the General Statutes of North Carolina, that the City Council of the City of Winston-Salem will hold a public hearing in the Council Chamber at City Hall, Room 230, 101 N. Main Street, Winston-Salem, NC at 7:00 p.m. on October 5, 2015 on the following proposed amendment to the Official Zoning Map of the City of Winston-Salem, North Carolina: 1. Proposal of Community Development, Housing, and General Government Committee of the City Council amending Chapter B of the Unified Development Ordinances to revise the suggested Plant Materials List – UDO-266.

All parties in interest and citizens are invited to attend said hearing at which time they shall have an opportunity to be heard in favor of or in opposition to the foregoing proposed changes.

During the public hearing the City Council may hear other proposals to amend the zoning of the above-described property or any portion thereof. At the end of the public hearing, the City Council may continue the matter, deny the proposed rezoning, in whole or in part, grant the proposed rezoning, in whole or in part, or rezone the above-described property or any portion thereof to some other zoning classification.

Prior to the hearing, all persons interested may obtain any additional information on these proposals which is in the possession of the City-County Planning Board by inquiring in the office of the CityCounty Planning Board in the Bryce A. Stuart Municipal Building on weekdays between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

All requests for appropriate and necessary auxiliary aids and services must be made, within a reasonable time prior to the hearing, to Angela Carmon at 7477404 or to T.D.D. 727-8319.

BY ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL Renée L. Phillips, Secretary to the City Council of the City of Winston-Salem

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE WINSTON-SALEM CITY COUNCIL TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF THE EASTNORTHEAST WINSTON-SALEM AREA PLAN UPDATE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of WinstonSalem will hold a public hearing in the Council Chamber, Room 230, City Hall, 101 N. Main Street, Winston-Salem, at 7:00 pm on April 6, 2015, to consider comments from the public concerning adoption of the East-Northeast WinstonSalem Area Plan Update, which generally bounded on the south by Business 40/US 421; on the east by Brushy Fork Creek; on the north by Akron Drive and Old Walkertown Road; and on the west

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All interested citizens are invited to attend said hearing, at which time they will have an opportunity to be heard.

Prior to the hearing, all persons interested may obtain additional information on the East-Northeast Winston-Salem Area Plan Update in the Office of the City/County Planning Board in the Bryce A. Stuart Municipal Building between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. weekdays.

BY ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WINSTON-SALEM Renée L. Phillips, City Secretary

All requests for appropriate and necessary auxiliary aids and services must be made, within a reasonable time prior to the meeting, to Angela I. Carmon, the City’s ADA Coordinator at 747-7404 or TDD 727-8319.

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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA FORSYTH COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DIVISION 15 J 192

NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION

IN THE MATTER OF: AURORA NICOLE SPURGEON DOB: 08-10-15 TO: Morgan Spurgeon – mother of the juvenile

TAKE NOTICE that a Juvenile Petition seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-entitled action. The nature of the relief being sought is an adjudication of the Juvenile Petition filed by the Forsyth County Department of Social Services alleging Aurora Nicole Spurgeon to be a neglected and dependent juvenile as pursuant to N.C.G.S. 7B-101(15) and 7B-101(9).

You are required to make a written answer to the Petition alleging to adjudicate neglect and dependent within thirty (30) days after the date of this notice; and upon your failure to make a defense to the Petition within the 30 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 juveniles.

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

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

The hearing on the Petition alleging to adjudicate Neglect and Dependency is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. on Friday, October 30, 2015 in Courtroom 4-J of the Hall of Justice in Winston-Salem, North Carolina or as soon thereafter as the Court can hear the said case.

This the 28th day of August, 2015 Theresa A. Boucher Attorney for the Forsyth County Department of Social Services 741 Highland Avenue Winston-Salem, N.C. 27101 (336) 703-3900

The Chronicle September 17, 24 and October 1, 2015 NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Having qualified as Administrator of the Estate of Donald Rex Austin, also known as Donald R. Austin, deceased July 27, 2015, 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 December 2nd, 2015 or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of recovery. All persons indebted to the said decedent or estate shall please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 3rd day of September, 2015.

Jerol K. Atwood, Administrator for Donald Rex Austin, deceased 101 Saura Lane Winston-Salem, NC 27107

The Chronicle September 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2015 NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Having qualified as Administrator of the Estate of Lloyd J. Leonard, Sr., Lloyd J. Leonard, Lloyd Julius Leonard, also known as Lloyd Julius Leonard, deceased September 16, 2008, 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 December 16th, 2015 or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of recovery. All persons indebted to the said decedent or estate shall please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 17th day of September, 2015.

Lloyd J. Leonard, Jr. Executor for Lloyd J. Leonard, Sr., deceased 4460 Green-Meadows Lake Circle Winston-Salem, NC 27106

The Chronicle September 17, 24, October 1, and 8, 2015

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