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THURSDAY, December 23, 2021

Yard sale find turns into holiday tradition

BY TEVIN STINSON THE CHRONICLE

Just before the holidays in 2001, Claudette Cannady came across a miniature holiday village at a yard sale. Although she didn’t know it at the time, those figurines started a holiday tradition for Cannady and her family. “I went to a yard sale and they had about four or five and they caught my eye,” Cannady said. “So I got those and I came home and fixed them up. Well my daughter - if she finds out I like something, that’s what she gets - so she went out and got me about 10 houses for Christmas that year and ever since then I’ve just been collecting.” Today, Cannady has over 100 figurines and she had to have a storage space built just to hold her collection. About half of Cannady’s inventory, inPhotos by Tevin Stinson cluding houses, churches, Claudette Cannady has collected well over 100 holiday figurines. The tradition that started at a yard sale has continued for over 20 years. stores, museums, and a miniature replica of Bank holidays. Once when Can- though it can be tiring of America Stadium, made nady was unable to set up playing host, Cannady said the cut this year. She said the displays, her family she wouldn’t have it any it takes about a week to set stepped in. other way. up the displays throughout “One year when I had “Now that I think about the house. “I think what I knee surgery and I noticed it, my family, including enjoy most is setting them for about two or three days my grandchildren, have up,” said Cannady during a they wouldn’t let me come never had Christmas and recent interview with The up front and when I came Thanksgiving anywhere Chronicle. in, they had put the display else. We’ve always been Over the years, Can- up,” Cannady said. “It re- right here for 42 years. nady’s family has joined in ally surprised me; it almost “They all come here the fun as well. Cannady made me cry.” and we spend the entire helps her daughter decoAs you could expect, day together and I just love rate her home and she has Cannady’s house is where it,’ Cannady said. traveled as far as Rocky her family meets for holiMount to decorate for the day gatherings and alCannady has a miniature Bank of America Stadium in her collection of figurines.

Boss Lady’s Toy Drive brings joy to more than 100 families THE CHRONICLE

Anita “Boss Lady” Dean-Arnette, the voice of The Light Christian radio station, has a saying: “Love isn’t love until you give it away,” and last week she bestowed that

love upon more than 100 families during her 21st annual Toy Drive. Dean-Arnette said the toy drive began as a small event with only about five or six families, but every year since she started in 2000, the number of letters she receives from listeners seems to grow and this year was no exception. “We’re noticing that families are pulling together to make Christmas happen for their babies,” Dean-Arnette said. “We’ve received letters where several grandparents are the official guardians and caregivers for their grandchildren, and even siblings who have taken in their nieces and nephews due to medical illness that has

restricted ability to properly care for children and in some instances, because the children’s parents are incarcerated.” Letters started arriving before Thanksgiving and with donations from corporate sponsors, local churches, and loyal listeners, Boss Lady made sure all requests were met. “This is really a ministry and it has been since day one. All of this is because we saw a need in the community,” DeanArnette continued. “That’s just who I am. Everything I do is for the community and my boss gives me the leeway to help my babies.” In addition to bags filled with gifts, 50 lucky children also received a

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Anita “Boss Lady” Dean-Arnette during her 21st Annual Toy Drive held last week. brand new bike. According to Dean-Arnette, the bikes have been donated by an anonymous donor for the

past eight years. “He pulled up with a trailer and he said, ‘I don’t want anyone to know who

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Nonprofit helps kids to have merry Christmas BY TIMOTHY RAMSEY THE CHRONICLE

Brittany Ward, founder of HOOPS4L.Y.F.E. (H4L), makes it a point to share the holiday spirit with those less fortunate. Every year she holds an event that includes a toy giveaway for kids. This year she held a Meet Santa event at the Carver School Road Library on Friday, Dec. 17. The concept for the Meet Santa event came from the Carver School Road Library, where H4L is currently working out of. The Black Santa was Lieutenant Little from the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Department. “It was to bring awareness and to ensure that our youth were able to at least get one gift this holiday

season,” said Ward. “It was definitely about the youth and family. Bringing in a Black Santa, I had people coming from across town because they heard we had a Black Santa, so that representation played a major part in it as well.” Ward stated that not only did the sheriff’s department provide a Black Santa, but they also donated toys for the event as well. Nearly 40 kids came out to the event last Friday afternoon and Ward was thankful to the library for hosting the event. “Definitely a shout out to the Carver School Road Library,” she said. “Ms. Chasity, she’s the branch manager, and to Zach, he runs the children’s library, and they did a great job by allowing us to partner to do the event.”

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HOOPS4L.Y.F.E. held their holiday event at the Carver School Road Library where they gave away toys to kids. Ward has also part- lected toys that will be donered with Rho Phi Kappa nated to local families in Fraternity Inc. for a holi- need. H4L will also host a day toy drive. They col- bowling tournament today

at Northside Lanes, 3550 Patterson Ave., to continue their fundraising efforts. “This is a familyfriendly event and again this is an event to raise money for HOOPS4L.Y.F.E. as we continue our efforts to help prevent juvenile crime, deter gang violence, and provide educational field trips,” Ward said about the bowling tournament. The families that Ward and H4L will be helping this holiday season came from multiple places. “Some come from the HOOPS4L.Y.F.E. organization, others have reached out to us via social media, or just simply asked if we are helping families this year,” she said about how families have contacted her about assistance. “This

is an annual thing we do where we help families in our community, but most importantly, take care of those HOOPS4L.Y.F.E. kids as well.” Ward does not look for any attention for the things she does for the community. She feels this is what she was born to do. “I feel like this is my calling and I am living my purpose every day with giving back and empowering our youth and families,” she said. “I like highlighting some good things instead of the negative things that are highlighted on the news. This is definitely shining a light on some good that we are doing in our hood.” Ward also wanted to thank Humblebshives for coming out to their event last week.

LoveUMoore Foundation meets goal BY TEVIN STINSON THE CHRONICLE

Last week the LoveUMoore Foundation, a local nonprofit started to honor the life and legacy of Paulette Lewis Moore, donated 70 Wellness Warrior Kits to patients at

ministrative assistant. She passed away earlier this year after a battle with lung cancer. Moore’s daughter, Shonette Lewis, said the idea for the nonprofit and the Warrior Wellness Kits were inspired by seeing how many lives her mother touched.

return home. The kit also includes a book of affirmations called “Affirmations for Life: Powerful Intention Statements for Wellbeing, Positivity, and Happiness.” For more information on the LoveUMoore Foundation, visit https://loveu-

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Shonette Lewis and Shonta Flemming deliver Warrior Wellness Kits to patients at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Plaza in Clemmons. Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Plaza in Clemmons. Moore, who was better known as Mrs. Paulette, was the glue that held The Chronicle together for 27 years in her role as ad-

Lewis said her goal was to donate 69 kits, one for each year of her mother’s life. The Warrior Wellness Kits include several items that help patients during treatment and when they

moorefoundation.org. To make a donation for the Warrior Wellness Kits, click on the donations tab and click the link to the Amazon Wishlist.

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I’m a mom first. I may be Dr. Nina FordJohnson a pediatrician, but I’m a mom first. My babies are my top priority, always. With this Delta variant going around affecting Black kids at a higher rate, I’m telling any parent with children 5 and older to get the COVID vaccine.

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All I want for Christmas is … Christmas BY JUDIE HOLCOMB-PACK

For my family, last Christmas was the Christmas that wasn’t. Due to the risks of COVID, I reluctantly cancelled the Christmas dinner that I annually prepare for my children. Being an older adult living in a senior apartment community, that put me at a higher risk factor. A Zoom family gathering replaced the in-person festivities – barely – but we all agreed that come Christmas 2021, we would make up for it and celebrate with gusto! So Christmas 2020 slid past with no Moravian Candle Tea at the Single Brothers House to welcome the season, no familiar Christmas traditions to create that magical Christmas spirit, no Christmas Eve family gathering. I “attended” my church’s Christmas Eve service via Zoom and carefully moved the Baby Jesus to the manger at midnight, officially marking Christmas Day. “Next year,” I kept saying to myself. “Next year Christmas will be back to the way it’s always been.” Well, welcome to Christmas 2021 and we’re still in the pandemic. The omicron variant has replaced the delta variant and health professionals are cautioning us not to congregate outside of close family, avoid crowds, get vaccinated and boosted, wear masks and wash your hands. It’s Christmas 2020 redux, except this year we have a vaccine to offer some protection, although it’s not 100 percent. When my spirits start to lag, I look over at the beautiful nativity scene on my table and it reminds me of what is really important this Christmas, and every Christmas. The gift of love that came in the form of an innocent baby. It isn’t about the bright and shiny decorations, the Christmas tree glistening with lights, the gifts all wrapped and tied with bows, the table laden with foods of all kinds, or the activities that have been a part of Christmases past. The gift of love that we can share with family, friends, neighbors and strangers, not only during this Christmas season, but every day of the year, is truly the greatest gift of all. All I want for Christmas I already have. I am blessed to love and be loved. Wishing you and yours Christmas joy and blessings!

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Fully exonerated but not compensated

Please, Governor Cooper, take action now, and bring them some well-deserved relief. Kimberly Thornton Scholl Winston-Salem

To The Editor: Glen Edward Chapman, Howard Dudley, and Michael Parker were fully exonerated and released from prison. But after serving more than 60 years in total for crimes they never committed, they’re still blocked from even applying for the compensation owed to them by the State of North Carolina. In our home state (as in only three others), an innocent person must be formally pardoned by the governor before they can apply for such restitution. An ironic technicality when you consider that in the case of Howard Dudley, a 15-minute investigation, including exactly one witness, was used to put him behind bars for more than 25 years. The technicalities of good investigative practice should have prevented him being wrongly convicted in the first place. And now a technicality is preventing right from being done. Governor Cooper, I respectfully and urgently urge you to pardon Glen Edward Chapman, Howard Dudley, and Michael Parker as soon as possible, and before the new year. Pardons for these men will allow the possibility that they can receive at least a fraction of what was taken from them by our own state. In my Christian upbringing I was taught to imagine what it’s like to walk a mile in another person’s shoes. When I think about these men’s journey, my feet hurt.

Gov. Cooper: pardon exonerated men To The Editor: I am calling on Governor Cooper to formally pardon Howard Dudley, Michael Parker and Glen Edward Chapman. It’s difficult to understand why they have not yet been pardoned. These men were all incarcerated for many years for crimes they did not commit and have been legally exonerated. Unfortunately, N.C. is one of a few states that require a formal pardon from the governor to allow them to receive any compensation for the years they spent separated from their families and the workforce, let alone their effort to reenter society. They cannot close the book on this chapter of their lives without the governor’s pardon. It would be an incredible way to end this challenging year if the governor would move forward with pardons for these people. I would hate to see them begin another year without the ability to reclaim their lives after the nightmare of wrongful incarceration. Ann Zimmerman Winston Salem

Merry Christmas! With COVID-19 around, it’s not very merry at all. Dr. James B. Ewers Jr.

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There are few seasons that make us more joyful and more thankful than Christmas. It is celebrated like no other. Our attitudes become more positive and our outlook on life is more hopeful. We truly believe better days are ahead. Children love Christmas and all that is associated with it. Family and friends get together. Gifts are exchanged and toys are opened. Everyone is excited about the Christmas season. What can be better? The buildup to Christmas alone will make you move around and get happy. When I was a boy growing up in North Carolina, Christmas was filled with love and laughter. We had a real Christmas tree with lots of decorations, some even homemade. I took a picture with Santa, so it was special. My parents put out cookies

and milk for Santa. When I got up Christmas morning only cookie crumbs were left and the glass was empty. Santa Claus had been to my house! If you are in the 4th quarter like me, you have some Santa stories to tell too. Christmas is about the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We celebrate not the gifts, but the goodness brought on by the birth of Jesus. It gives us the foundation for our being here as believers. Back in the day, I do not remember world sickness and death associated with the holiday season. There were not any special announcements about getting shots or wearing masks. Now the Christmas season is different, at least the last two have been. It is my opinion that the caution we are using now will be the same caution we will be using in the future. The coronavirus has ravaged the land. Never in the history of the world have we had one illness that has caused so much pain and suffering. Watch any nightly newscast and one of the top stories will be about COVID-19.

The delta and omicron variants have put additional fear and anxiety into our lives. Each day, we just don’t know when it will strike us or a family member. That’s frightening. As we approach this holy time of year, sickness and death are accompanying it. We are in a terrible stretch right now. However, we must hold on and keep the faith! The Johns Hopkins University’s Center for Systems Science and Engineering reports that 5.3 million people worldwide have passed away because of COVID-19. There have been over 805,000 deaths in the United States of America. These numbers of gloom are scary and staggering. In my opinion, there needs to be even more of a sense of urgency about COVID-19. According to the CDC, only 61% of us are vaccinated. That is a low number, especially for an illness that has had this type of longevity. Too many of us are just waiting for it to disappear and evaporate into thin air. You will have a long wait because it is not going anywhere. With Christmas com-

ing in a few days, combined with this sickness, we should feel blessed. Some of us have been through the coronavirus and lived to tell our story. If you are into gift giving, give someone the gift of vaccine. We all have family and friends who need to be vaccinated. Unfortunately, they are stuck on stubborn. Let us celebrate the birth of Jesus and at the same time be a blessing to someone else. Tomorrow is certainly not promised. However, we will have a better chance to see tomorrow if we get vaccinated. Our family life can be a healthy life when we get vaccinated. Merry Christmas and God Bless. James B. Ewers Jr., Ed.D., is a former tennis champion at Atkins High School in Winston-Salem and played college tennis at Johnson C. Smith University, where he was all-conference for four years. He is a retired college administrator. He can be reached at overtimefergie.2020@yahoo.com.

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Study reveals racial pay gap in influencer marketing BY STACY M. BROWN NNPA NEWSWIRE

The racial pay gap has long presented issues for African Americans in Corporate America and other industries. It’s now filtered to social media. MSL U.S., in partnership with The Influencer League, unveiled a firstof-its-kind research study, “Time to Face the Influencer Pay Gap,” uncovering a vast racial divide in influencer marketing. According to the research, the racial pay gap between white and Black, Indigenous & People of Color (BIPOC) stands at 29%. When explicitly focused on the gap between white and Black influencers, it widens to 35%. “It’s a growing issue that Black creators face,” said Howard University Senior Carrington York, who manages the Tik Tok account for the National Newspaper Publishers Association. “Not long ago, it was reported that Black Tik

Tok users were shadowbanned, which definitely prevents their content from being monetized,” York stated. Micah Washington, a broadcast journalism major at Howard University, said the report didn’t surprise him. “Think about it financially. In the report, it talks about how 49% of Black creators who contribute regularly say they are offered low market value,” Washington noted.

“These Black influencers are saying when they go to the brands and companies, they are not receiving the right tools to fend for themselves. They are not shown how to make a deal,” he continued. “When this happens, it makes the gap wider because they don’t have that professional representation or professional advice. That makes it harder for them to argue that this is racially biased. It comes down to pay transpar-

ency.” The report noted that those forces are amplified by orders of magnitude in the young and unregulated influencer industry where affluence and connections play an outsized role and with social platform algorithms perpetuating inequity. Researchers found that a remarkable 77% of Black influencers reported follower counts in the lowest pay tiers, where compensation from brands

N.C. A&T fashion design student helps create Urban Outfitters HBCU Collection GREENSBORO – International lifestyle retailer Urban Outfitters (UO) launched a historically Black college and university (HBCU) special capsule collection this week, with designs created with summer interns from selected HBCUs including North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. From concept to creation, students worked with the UO buying team to design a 24-piece apparel and lifestyle collection celebrating the culture and community of their respective schools called the UO Summer Class ’21 Collection, the first of its kind. “Being able to share our resources with HBCU talent, and to work alongside these students creatively as they developed their own product, made Summer Class enriching not only for our students, but for every UO employee who got to be a part of Submitted photo the program,” says Dali- U’lia Hargrove, a N.C. A&T student, worked closely la Shannon, UO women’s with the Urban Outfitters to create a six-piece HBCU divisional merchandis- collection. ing manager and Summer in photoshoots, meet the are six pieces including a CEO and design every as- premium letterman jacket Class mentor. U'lia Hargrove, a fash- pect of the collection for produced by Ebbets Field ion merchandising and our HBCU. I’m excited Flannel representing the design and supply chain to have the opportunity to students’ interpretations of management student, work with Urban Outfitters the collegiate staple. worked closely with the to educate their customer Elizabeth NewUO women’s sweater team base and bring light to our comb Hopfer, Ph.D., assoschools.” as a buying intern. ciate professor of fashion The apparel includes merchandising and de“It was my first time in a big city like Philadel- Champion sweats and sign, is honored that one of phia,” said the Henderson, long-sleeve shirts featuring her students was selected North Carolina, native. original graphics by stu- to participate in the UO “We got to participate dents. For N.C. A&T, there Summer Class 2021.

Sea moss business generates $1 million in sales Nationwide (BlackNews.com) Meet Jeff Austin, founder of Plant-Based Jeff, one of the fastest-growing Blackowned retailers of plant-based education & sea moss products. In 2020, he started his company to specifically help African Americans combat obesity and other health problems, and now it's an empire that has already generated almost $1 million in revenue. His main products, gold and purple sea moss (in the form of capsules and gel), are sea-derived superfoods that have more than 90 minerals and countless health benefits to the human body. How it all started: Back in 2017, Jeff himself was sick, overweight, and he had a toxic mindset. Even worse, he was taking eight different pharmaceutical medicines every day. After watching the award-winning documentary called What the Health on Netflix, he decided to give the vegan lifestyle a try. He started off with Dr. Sebi’s alkaline vegan diet and says that this helped him to shift his mindset, eventually lose over 70

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pounds, get off the eight different medications, and reverse the depression and anxiety that he was living with. His friends and family members' shocking reaction to his weight loss and See Plant on A7

“This experience will allow her to shine in the brighter, more inclusive fashion industry of the future while providing her and other Summer Class participants the chance to celebrate the historic accomplishments of N.C. A&T and other HBCUs,” she said. The collection, officially licensed by CLC, will be available for purchase exclusively at urbanoutfitters.com and include a charitable donation to the students’ respective alma maters. The collection also includes designs for Clark Atlanta University by CAU students Dacia Redmond, Jalen Bradford and Jasmine Logan, and for Howard University by Howard student Janae Claxton.

averaged just $27,727.90 (versus 59% of white influencers). Conversely, only 23% of Black influencers made it into the highest tiers, where earnings averaged $108,713.54 (versus 41% of white Influencers). As concluded by the researchers, the result is that in this industry in particular, an unequal playing field becomes a nearly unbridgeable opportunity gap. Further, the majority (59%) of Black influencers (and 49% of BIPOC influencers) reported that they felt negatively impacted financially when they posted on issues of race versus 14% of white influencers. The report also flies in the face of the outpouring of diversity, equity, and inclusion pledges made by corporations around the globe. “When it comes to a lot of these institutions, per-

formative activism comes to mind,” York said. “A lot of what they say don’t always show with their actions.” “There have been rumors of a racial pay gap for years, but no one in our industry has quantified it until now,” D’Anthony Jackson, digital and influencer strategist at MSL, said in a news release. “These are stark numbers by any measure. Just compare the 35% gap between white and Black influencers to the pay gaps in other industries – education 8%, business, and financial 16%, construction 19%, media sports, and entertainment 16%. The gap this study uncovered in influencer marketing vastly overshadows the gaps in any other industry.” Stacy M. Brown is the NNPA Newswire senior national correspondent. Reach him @StacyBrownMedia.

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BUSTA’S PERSON OF THE WEEK

The gift of health for the holidays BY BUSTA BROWN FOR THE CHRONICLE

The greatest gift giver of all is God. Our greatest gift is Jesus. So, as we approach Christmas this coming Saturday, remember the most important gift is love and family. As some of you may know, I lost two phenomenal and beautiful women in my life due to health issues. December 2020 I lost my mother. And that following February 2021, I lost my sister. This will be my second holiday season without going home to see my mother and the first without seeing my sister. I thank God that both had health insurance, because it did extend our time on earth together. But of course, forever is the only amount of time that’s long enough to be with the ones we love dearly. I’m also a type 2 diabetic, and there’s rarely a day that goes by without me thinking about how expensive my medical bills would be if I didn’t have medical benefits through my job. I want to be around to see the amazing things my children are going to do. If I didn’t have health care, I might not have been here to spend time with my children and grandchildren this Christmas. Nor could I afford the doctor visits or medicines to treat my type 2 diabetes. There are millions of people like me, over 50 with pre-existing health conditions. I believe we must think beyond just holidays and celebrations to spend time with those we love. I pray that this article will help guide you in the right direction, so that you can find health care that works best for you. Like Patti Labelle says, “Somebody loves

Marjorie Rorie, SMSi marketing coordinator you, baby.” Meet my Person of the Week, Marjorie Rorie. She’s a business woman and the marketing coordinator for SMSi Healthy Living Solutions. Marjorie said when local business SMSi Healthy Living Solutions approached her to help them with marketing to get the word out about Marketplace healthcare coverage through the Affordable CARE Act (ACA), she jumped at the opportunity because she truly knows its value. Rorie said, “Through the years, healthcare costs have skyrocketed out of range for most of us.” She was surprised to find that the average cost of a three-day hospital stay is around $30,000, and that treatment for a broken leg can cost up to $7,500. As a self-employed businessperson

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and former insurance agent, she has always encouraged everyone she knows to get life and health insurance through the Affordable CARE Act. She has the same coverage for her family. In August of this year, she encouraged a friend to get the Affordable Care Act health care insurance. He was self-employed and like many self-employed business people, he did not have health insurance. Marjorie said SMSi Healthy Living Solutions worked with her friend to get him the best plan. “He was amazed at the affordable price of not only health insurance, but dental and vision care as well. Unfortunately, two months later, he suffered a series of strokes while recovering from COVID-19. Today, he can barely talk and is fed through a tube in his stomach,” shared

Marjorie. I truly believe that God may have led Marjorie to help her friend to get health insurance. “I am glad I pushed him to get covered,” she said. I also spoke with my oldest sister Constance Brown, who is a health insurance agent in Atlanta, Georgia. My big sis shared a story about one of her clients. “She was bitten by some kind of insect. When she went to the doctor, she couldn’t afford the medicine he prescribed, nor could she afford to go back for a second doctor’s visit. The insect bite had gotten infected and was extremely painful. My client’s nine-year-old granddaughter would have to clean the (wound) for her, because she could barely move. Because of the Affordable Care Act, she was able to get the treatment she needed, the infection is gone, and she’s back on her feet.” Marjorie shared a story given by Sandra Miller-Jones, founder and CEO of Healthy Living Solutions in Winston-Salem. “My primary reason I’m pleased to be involved with the ACA is that it gives me an opportunity to help so many people. I recalled a story about a 34-year-old man who needed a kidney transplant. Before the ACA, his pre-existing condition could not be covered by health insurance. However, with the ACA, he received his kidney transplant and is doing well on his job,” shared Jones. Lafayette Jones, managing partner of SMSi Healthy Living Solutions and Urban Call publisher, has worked with the ACA for several years, since it was initiated by the Obama administration. He told Marjorie, “I have personally seen the joy in thousands of people who are

now insured because the ACA made health insurance more affordable.” Marjorie said SMSi Healthy Living Solutions has partnered with several organizations to help people find health coverage that protects them from high, unexpected costs. She said they will help you compare plans and find out what your costs will be before you enroll. You’ll likely qualify for savings, even if you haven’t before. Goler Community Development Corporation (CDC) has also made it one of its goals over the past several years to assist Forsyth County residents with health insurance coverage. “We have collaborated with SMSi Urban Call Marketing on the Affordable Care Act education and enrollment initiatives to provide ACA information and enrollment assistance to Forsyth County’s underserved African American and Hispanic residents,” said Michael Suggs, CEO of Goler CDC. As marketing coordinator, Marjorie wanted to add that Suggs is glad to be on the team whose investment in helping consumers, especially those in underserved communities, demonstrates a clear commitment to connect families to health coverage to help reduce health disparities. During these times of COVID and it’s uncertainties, it’s extremely important to get connected to people like my Person of the Week, Marjorie Rorie. To learn more about how to enroll in coverage through the Affordable Care Act Marketplace, call SMSi Healthy Living Solutions at 336-759-7477 or email SMSipartners@smsi-net.com. Call today, OPEN ENROLLMENT ends January 15, 2022.

Dr. Phillip Hobbs, MD MPH Family Medicine Greensboro, NC

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Everyone has an opinion – but don’t bet your life on it. Old North State Medical Society physicians have been educating and advocating for our community from the start. Get the facts about vaccinations and boosters from doctors who understand and care about you. For reliable information about your health and safety, rely on the physicians from Old North State Medical Society – trusted since 1887. Todos tienen una opinión, pero no expongas tu vida por eso. Los médicos de la Old North State Medical Society han estado educando y defendiendo a nuestra comunidad desde el principio. Obtén información sobre vacunas y refuerzos de médicos que lo comprenden y se preocupan por ti. Para obtener información confiable sobre tu salud y seguridad, confía en los médicos de Old North State Medical Society- confiables desde 1887. The Old North State Medical Society is providing FREE testing and vaccinations across the state of North Carolina. To find free testing and vaccination sites near you, visit: onsms.org/get-vaxxed. La Old North State Medical Society está proporcionando exámenes y vacunas GRATIS en todo el estado de Carolina del Norte. Para encontrar llocales de exámenes y vacunación gratuitos cerca de ti, visita: onsms.org/get-vaxxed.

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Family of five to spend first Christmas in their new Habitat home SUBMITTED ARTICLE

This holiday season will be extra special for Nancy Mason and her four children, who range in age from 2 to 14. It will be their first Christmas in their new home. They officially “cut the ribbon” to their new home during a dedication ceremony held on Dec. 9. The Masons have been living in public housing since 2012, and they are thrilled to be moving to a home of their own. “A good neighborhood really matters,” Nancy said. “I want my kids to be able to go outside and get their energy out, in their own yard, without so much traffic.” While public assistance is a critical safety net for those who need it, it can trap families in a negative cycle, she said. “If you get a raise or a second job and make more money, your rent goes up, and the cost of childcare goes up. It keeps a lot of us down. In my own home I will know exactly how much I will pay each month and can budget. If I make more money, I can save more. I can paint the walls any color I want and plant a garden. I’ve always wanted a home of my own since I was a child. It really is a dream come true.” Habitat has already made a positive impact in her life, she said. The homeownership program includes required classes on subjects such as finan-

Nancy Mason cuts the ribbon on her family’s new home on Dec. 9 cial management, home maintenance, nutrition, and wellness. She has begun keeping a journal and has transformed her diet after learning how to shop for affordable organic produce. The house is sponsored by Wells Fargo. The Habitat homeownership program makes it possible for working families to realize the longterm financial security and stability of owning quality, affordable houses. After earning sweat equity hours from taking classes and volunteering for Habitat, including helping to build their own houses, the families purchase a Habitat house. The typical three-bedroom apartment in Forsyth County can cost renters between $900-$1,200/ month. A mortgage serviced through Habitat For-

Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office, HAWS and Truliant team up to provide gifts for children SUBMITTED ARTICLE

The Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office is proud to serve such a caring community. We know that many families lack the

liant Member Contact Center (MCC) eagerly responded to our call to action, individually purchasing gifts to give to children at the HAWS Christmas Celebration on Dec. 18.

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Representatives from the Truliant Member Contact Center (MCC), Truliant Foundation, Housing Authority of Winston-Salem, and the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office. resources to buy gifts for their children this holiday season. We partnered with the Housing Authority of

Hearing about the generosity of its MCC employees, Truliant Foundation donated a check for $2,500

(Left to right) Lee Staton (HAWS), Atticus Simpson (Truliant Foundation), Sheriff Bobby Kimbrough, Kevin Cheshire (HAWS), and Susan Frye (FCSO). Winston-Salem (HAWS) to plan a Christmas Celebration event, asking community members and partners to donate toys or make monetary donations. Employees of the Tru-

to Forsyth Economic Ventures (HAWS’s 501(c)3) to ensure that every family attending the Christmas Celebration would benefit from the holiday cheer.

syth costs homeowners between $350-$500/month, including insurance and taxes, not only saving families money each month, but also enabling them to build generational wealth.

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“They are such good people at Habitat. They are so understanding and down to earth. I don’t think they realize how much they have already helped me,” said Mason.

Plant

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health improvement inspired him to launch his own line of authentic sea moss products. He started out making his products in the basement of his home and selling them out of his car’s trunk and at local health events in Atlanta. However, after partnering with a digital marketing firm called 7th Pro Solutions, he says that his company began generating hundreds of thousands of dollars within just months and has been experiencing nationwide growth ever since. He is set to reach $1 million in sales in early 2022. Although he is an entrepreneur, Jeff also considers himself to be an educator and motivator about the plant-based lifestyle. He has a YouTube channel and has published four books that are currently available on Amazon. These include ”How To Go Plant-Based: A Beginner's Guide To Transitioning To A Plant-Based

A7 Lifestyle,” ”10 Minute Plant-Based Meals,” ”The 7 Day Sea Moss Smoothie Detox,” and ”90 Day Meal Planner & Weight Loss Tracker.” He is also the mastermind that has launched the already popular 7 Day Sea Moss Detox Challenge. In addition, Jeff teaches other aspiring entrepreneurs how they too can be successful in the plantbased business. He has used his wealth of knowledge to create and sell an online course, to host live training sessions, and to produce a wholesale kit that he calls a "sea moss biz in a box" that gives business owners everything they need to get started. Jeff comments, "Wellness is the prerequisite to wealth. People are slaves to their medications. My goal is to help as many people as possible to resolve their health problems in the most natural way possible." For more details about Jeff and his products, visit PlantBasedJeff.com.

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THURSDAY, December 23, 2021

Also Religion, Community News, and Classifieds Timothy Ramsey Sports Columnist

Travis Hunter shocked the world of college football Travis Hunter, the No. 1 overall recruit in the country, had been committed to Florida State since March of 2020. Even through all of the ups and downs by the Seminoles on the field, Hunter stayed committed to them - until National Signing Day, that is. Hunter shocked everyone by choosing Jackson State over Florida State. Hunter would be the highest overall recruit to ever choose an HBCU and this move could be the catalyst that changes the landscape of college football. As a Florida State football fan, initially I was saddened by the news that Hunter had chosen Jackson State, mostly because his arrival in Tallahassee has been the good news us Seminole fans have clung to for over a year. On the other hand, I was happy for the HBCUs in general because I know this could be huge for the big picture of having more top recruits choose HBCUs over PWIs. Hunter released a statement on Twitter that read, “Florida State has always been a beacon for me. I grew up down there, that’s where my roots are, and I never doubted that I would play for the Seminoles. It’s a dream that is hard to let go of, but sometimes we are called to step into a bigger future than the one we imagined for ourselves. For me, that future is at Jackson State University. “Jerry Rice, Doug Williams, and of course the legend, JSU’s own Walter Payton – Historically Black Colleges and Universities have a rich history in football. I want to be a part of that history, and more, I want to be a part of that future. I am making this decision so that I can light the way for others to follow, make it a little easier for the next player to recognize that HBCUs may be everything you want and more: an exciting college experience, a vital community, and a life-changing place to play football. “I look forward to working with the iconic Deion Sanders, and especially with my fellow Tigers. Along with Coach Prime, they have made me feel like I’m already part of the team. Like I’m home. And I can’t wait to welcome the next class of top athletes into the family of HBCUs.” There has been a lot of speculation as to how Sanders was able to flip Hunter from his alma mater Florida State. One of the rumors was that Hunter signed a NIL (Name, Image and Likeness) deal with Barstool Sports, which Sanders is a personality for and is the subject of a documentary series on JSU football. The deal was reported to be worth See Travis on B2

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The Mt. Tabor JV basketball team is at-

tempting to follow suit of their varsity counterparts by winning basketball games at all costs. Last week, the Spartans squeaked out a close one against the Demons of Reynolds, 52-47.

Both teams hope that they have prepared well during non-conference for the Chronicle/Lash Tournament next week.

Former Reagan standout graduates college, reflects on career and prepares for final season BY TIMOTHY RAMSEY THE CHRONICLE

Jesiah Carlton was a standout linebacker for Josh McGee’s Reagan Raiders for several years. Carlton racked up a host of awards and honors during his time at Reagan including Team MVP, All-Conference, All-Northwest and even an invite to the 2016 Shrine Bowl. Now that he has accomplished his number one goal of graduating college, Carlton is hoping to put it all together for his final season on the field and a shot at the NFL. Carlton recently spoke with The Chronicle about his time playing for Wingate University and his future plans. Q. What was it about Wingate that made you sign with them? A. When I was a junior and I was getting recruited by some of the DI schools in North Carolina, and Wingate came around to do recruiting visits with some of my teammates that hadn’t gotten any looks or anything, they pulled me into the office and told me if anything happened, they would be there. I wasn’t thinking about going to a DII school, but I just kind of remembered them when I didn’t go DI,

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Jesiah Carlton poses with his mother Mary following his graduation from Wingate University. so I went with them because they were the first school to contact me and it felt like family. I had some guys from Winston that were already up there and they told me how it is, so I took a visit and I felt it

would be a good fit for me. Q. How hard was it to redshirt your freshman year in college after a stellar prep career? A. It was really tough, because most schools I talked to said I would be

able to come in and play as a freshman, so that was just my intention already coming in. When I got there, they had guys that had been there for a while, like graduate guys, so they knew the playbook a little bit better than I did. I had to really humble myself and sit back and learn that year, since I knew that I wouldn’t be able to play. I knew the next year I would be up, so I just waited my turn and that’s how I got through it. Q. What was it like seeing your first action on the field as a redshirt freshman? A. It was smoother than I expected it to be, because it’s football at the end of the day. Everything was OK, but the big challenge I did have was during the second game I got switched to D end (defensive end) because we lost one of our starters, so they had some depth issues on the D line. They didn’t really have time to teach me the techniques and everything and all the plays, so really I would go in on passing downs or go in as a speed rusher. That first year I didn’t really know what I was doing out there, but I just played football and it kind of worked out for me.

Q. You seemed to put it all together in 2019. Did the game slow down for you then? A. It’s crazy that you would say I put it all together, because that’s how I felt about this season. The 2019 season was more of me just having a whole semester to train at D line and learn some of the mechanics of it and I had a chance to learn the playbook as well. Having a whole semester to do that and having the summer of working out, it kind of did come together, but everything didn’t click together like with my instincts playing linebacker, so it was like I was fighting myself a little bit. But, it did kind of come together better than that 2018 season. Q. Did COVID-19 throw off the momentum you had built up over the previous seasons? A. Yeah it definitely did. Since we got sent home early in 2020, so that whole time I was just home, working out and getting ready. That summer, that’s all I was doing was just preparing for the season. We were supposed to start a little bit late, but maybe like a week or so before we were supposed See Jesiah on B2

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to report back to get ready for our first game, they told us that we would not be playing. That was just a whole semester that I did not play football and that was my first time doing that probably since fifth grade. It was definitely hard not playing and it killed some of the momentum. In the spring we only had four games, so once we got the momentum built back up, it died off because we didn’t have any more games to play. Q. Coming into this year, what were some things you wanted to prove? A. The biggest one I wanted to prove was my athleticism, because that 2020 season I played at my heaviest weight ever at 240. It was kind of hard adjusting to that, because I was trying to be a good D end. That was my biggest focus, just on my athleticism. The other one was being a dominant player. It was more a thing of me wanting to show I could play D end coming from that linebacker position so I could show some versatility to those NFL scouts. Those were my two biggest ones. Q. How do you feel this year turned out for you individually and as a team? A. Individually, it didn’t end the way I wanted it to, because I tore my meniscus during the sixth or seventh game of the season. I tore it in the sixth game, I think it was against Barton, and I finished that game and then I played one more game. I then got my MRI and they told me I couldn’t play anymore. That kind of hurt, because the two games I played with the torn meniscus were, I would think, my two best games of the

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Carlton, #13, is looking to impress NFL scouts during his senior season to get a shot at the NFL. season, because we were getting prepared for our toughest rivals of the season. It kind of hurt that it happened like that. But other than that, I missed some plays that I wanted to make this year, but I put my highlight tape together and I looked over it and I had a pretty good season. I’m hard on myself, so I didn’t think it at first, but it was pretty good. As a team, I wish we would have got a ring out of the season, but we had a lot of young guys that was their first time playing, or transfer guys that were first time in our system, so they just needed time. With a whole spring and a summer, I think we can come back and compete for a ring. Q. What is going to be your plan for this offseason to prep for your final season and hopefully get some looks from the NFL? A. Right now I have been rehabbing because I had surgery on November the 12th, so I’m just try-

ing to get my knee back. As soon as I get my knee back to full strength, my thing is going to be trying to get back into linebacker shape. I talked to some of my coaches and they told me I could go back to playing that, so my focus is going to be playing both, like a hybrid guy. Making sure I’m fast enough to play linebacker, but strong enough to play defensive end. And then, you know, just working on leadership. This will be my fifth year playing for these guys so I just want to be a leader on the team, because I remember the guys when I was a freshman that led us to a ring and I want to do that for the young guys on our team. Q. Which position do you prefer, linebacker or defensive end? A. I prefer the linebacker spot, because I have played it my whole life. It’s a lot of instinctual things that I can’t lose playing linebacker, but when I’m at defensive end, they will

kick in. You know you can’t do linebacker stuff at D end, that doesn’t work. I just kind of like being free, because this past season it was a lot of games where teams would scout us out and they would take the D line out of the game. They would have quick passes or run to the other side and things like that, so I really couldn’t do anything. At linebacker, you can’t shut me off from one side of the field, so I definitely prefer linebacker. Q. Tell me the emotions you felt walking across that stage at graduation? A. It was very overwhelming. The moment, it was quick, but in that quick moment I thought about all the tough times I’ve had at Wingate, from a freshman ‘til now. All the friends that I’ve met, all the great teachers and the experience that I’ve had, it was very overwhelming. You just think about everything that has happened and how long I was there and all the experiences. It was beautiful, it hurts that it’s ending, but it was a beautiful time in my life and I am just glad that I graduated and got that degree to cross off one of my life goals. Q. How did it feel to walk across that stage with your mom in attendance, knowing all the sacrifices she made? A. I can’t even put into words how that felt. She always preached to me to put God first my whole life and things would kind of work out. It was times in college where it gets hard and you don’t know if you would be able to graduate, but I kept God first and thought about the things she taught me and making her proud makes me happy, so it was a good feeling.

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over $1 million dollars to Hunter. “We didn’t pay him! We ain’t got no money! We ain’t got no money!” Sanders said while holding back laughter while appearing on ESPN’s Keyshawn, JWill & Max. “I heard a million and a half, and I heard Dave Portnoy over at Barstool. That’s the biggest lie I ever heard. You know what that is? That means we kicked your butt, we took what was ours and now you gotta make up an excuse why. “Ain’t nobody get no million and a half. I wouldn’t pay my son a million-and-a half on NIL. How am I gonna coach a guy making more than me?” While on the show, Sanders touched on his methods of recruiting and how he doesn’t promise the kids anything, but rather is open and honest with them about what Jackson State University can offer them. “Honesty. Key, I’m straight-up, man,” Sanders continued. I shoot straight. I don’t lie, I don’t placate. I don’t promise you kids bells and whistles. I’m not gonna say, ‘You’re gonna blow up on the internet.’ No, man you gotta come in and put in work, do your job, and the rest is history. “But you gotta work. I’m a straight shooter, my coaching staff did a phenomenal job on even getting it to that point so that I can come in and be me. But we just shot it straight. We just really, ain’t promised nothing that we can’t make happen.” I am happy for Sanders, Jackson State and HBCUs overall, because I know this means a heck of a lot more to them than it does for Florida State to lose a top recruit. The

Seminoles get players like this nearly every year, but with the decision by Hunter, this could mean that more top players make a move similar to this in the future. I hate it for Hunter that he has to endure baseless rumors just because he shunned the Seminoles. I know a lot of Power 5 school head coaches are not liking what they saw, because that could possibly impact them in the future as well. Let’s be real. I don’t care if Hunter did or did not have a deal in place with Barstool Sports to attend JSU, because Power 5 schools have been giving money to players under the table for decades. When we saw this type of move in college basketball a couple of years ago where a few high-profile recruits chose HBCUs, I wondered if the same would happen for college football. I was not expecting such a high recruit to be the first one to do so, however. I think Hunter was just the first domino, because there have been a couple of players who have transferred from Power 5 schools to HBCUs. This is great for HBCUs because honestly, I thought they were in serious trouble with several teams leaving traditional HBCU conferences to join PWI conferences. If they can continue to bring in quality athletes like this every year, it will only help to bring more money and resources to HBCUs, which they definitely need. Most HBCUs can’t compete with their PWI counterparts when it comes to resources and facilities. If more top athletes come to HBCUs, the dollars will soon follow.

Basketball Season Covid-19 Protocol Update

BASKETBALL SEASON COVID-19 Protocol Update

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VACCINATION OR FOR MORE TESTING REQUIREMENT All WSSU event patrons will be required to show proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or INFORMATION documentation of a negative COVID-19 test result collected no more than 72 hours

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before entryevent to an event. Individuals considered All WSSU patrons will beare required to fully vaccinated two weeks after their final dose. Everyone in attendance will be required to wear a mask inside The show proof of full COVID-19 vaccination C.E. Gaines Center. or •documentation of a negative COVID-19 PCR and rapid antigen test results are acceptable. test• result no for more than 72 hours Masks collected will be required indoor and outdoor event venues, including Bowman Stadium. beforeGray entry to an event. Individuals are • The requirement will apply to individuals who are 12 years of age or older. considered fully vaccinated two weeks after • Acceptable forms of vaccination proof include vaccination cards, photocopies of vaccination cards, or digital in records from a health care provider or pharmacy. their final dose. Everyone attendance forms of COVID-19 test results include hard or digital copies from a will• beAcceptable required to wear a mask inside health care provider or pharmacy. The• C.E. Gaines Center. A valid ID will be required to verify vaccination and testing records. ID will not be required for guests under 18.

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D ecember 23, 2021

Gospel legend John P. Kee drops unique Christmas album SUBMITTED ARTICLE

Wood Sunday School Lesson

A Just King Is Born Scriptures: Matthew 2:1-12 By the end of this lesson, we will: *Explain how the wise men point to the inclusion of the marginalized; *Grieve for those who suffer innocently due to the world’s brokenness and sin; *Identify with the wise men’s decision to perform an act of civil disobience. Background: The Gospel of Matthew was the first of the four to be written. Matthew demonstrates in his writing that Jesus is the King and Messiah of Israel. His entire first chapter is dedicated to establish the lineage of Christ through the House of David. Matthew uses quotes from the Old Testament (60) to show the ties between the Messiah of promise and the Christ of history. Old Testament references in this lesson include Micah 5:2 and Isaiah 49:6-7. Lesson: Revelation from Outsiders (Matthew 2:13). Jesus was born just as announced, and called “King of the Jews.” This revelation came to Herod from the “magi” who came to see and worship Him (verse 1) These visitors referred to as “wise men,” in ancient Greek is “magi,” which means astronomer. These three (the number is related to the three gifts) were Gentiles from Persia, Babylon and Arabia, with knowledge of Hebrew scriptures that could be traced back to the times of Daniel. They were not kings or priests, but certainly dignitaries. Their question, “Where is He who has been born King of the Jews?” found its way to Herod. The second part of the verse, “for we saw His Star in the East and have come to worship Him.” The star was Christ’s star itself. It has also been referred to as a supernatural reality similar to the Shekinah that guided the Israelites in the days of Moses (verse 2). The reigning King Herod, an Edomite not a Jew, was a vassal King of Judea appointed by Rome. Herod routinely disposed of his enemies, including one of his wives and three of his sons. For Herod the announcement of a new Jewish king was a threat to his throne, so his course of action is to plan his death (verse 3). Information from Insiders (verses 4-8). Unfamiliar with Jewish scripture and not wanting to be embarrassed by his lack of knowledge of a “new king,” Herod calls forth the Jewish leaders. “Gathering together all chief priests and scribes of the people, he inquired of them where the Messiah was to be born.” The high priests were political appointments by Herod and the scribes were “teachers of the law.” They knew exactly where the Messiah was to be born – “in Bethlehem of Judea; for this is what has been written by the prophet: (Micah).” They knew from the passage in Micah the birthplace and purpose of His birth, but they lacked the faith to accompany the magi to the place where He was (verses 4-6). True to character, Herod meets with the wise men and attempts to use them to find the child so that he may kill him, falsely proclaiming his desire to pay homage – “Go and search carefully for the child … report to me, so that I too may come and worship Him” (verses 7-8). See King on B4

Gospel music legend John P. Kee has dropped a one-song, 16-track holiday album entitled, “No Christmas Without You” (Kee Music Group / Tycsot). This oneof-a-kind rarity is comprised of sixteen unique versions of the feel-good yuletide track that was written and produced by Kee, a gold-selling artist known for gospel standards such as “Show Up!,” “Standing in the Need,” and “Jesus is Real,” among many others. Each of the renditions of the song is distinct in some manner. The first version is a We-Are-theWorld kind of affair featuring The Family, which is comprised of most of the artists who also perform individually on the album. The next version is John P. Kee himself, turning

in a warm, contemporary R&B-flavored track about enjoying the holiday with loved ones. There are other solo versions by gospel heavyweights such as Kim Burrell, Gene Moore, and Jason Nelson. R&B star, Susan Carol, delivers a thrilling, acoustic rendition,

while soul man, Frank McComb, plays the piano on his version that takes on a smooth jazz essence. R&B singer, Lachardon, emphasizes the bass guitar on her sultry late-night ballad rendering. Corvius Scott offers up a Stylistics-worthy falsetto on his turn, while George

Leggett’s tenor is a commanding force on his cut. Mekahla D. Smith’s bright soprano shines over a programmed track that fuses elements of country music in an urban setting. Reality TV singing contestants Majeste Pearson (FOX TV’s The Four), Shameia Crawford (ABC TV’s Rising Star), and Saeed “SrSoul” Renaud (FOX YV’s The Four), sing their own versions. There are mash-ups too. The sweetvoiced, Glynis LaFlore, teams with Darius “DJ” James, who demonstrates a silky tenor on his effort. Actor Chaz Shepard, who played Trey Wiggs on BET’s The Game TV series, joins Sonya McGuire for a smooth, soulful take. Stream link: https:// smarturl.it/dn4moc.

Daily doses of inspiration bring meaning and clarity to holiday activities CLEVELAND, Ohio - One of the busiest times of year is here, and it’s natural to get caught up in the tasks of the season shopping, crafting, baking, decorating, and perhaps traveling. Spending just a few minutes each day in peaceful reflection can bring much-needed meaning and clarity to all of these holiday experiences. Father Dr. Maurice Emelu offers readers daily reflections that align with the seasons of Advent and Christmas in his new book, ”An Encounter: A Daily Discovery in Divine Word, Volume 1,” the first in a seven-part series. Drawing upon his many years of pastoral ministry, Fr. Emelu combines storytelling with a Western worldview to offer a unique perspective on faith-life and what it means to grow closer to the Lord. He communicates his sentiments and ideas in compelling, relatable ways and applies them to today’s re-

alities. Each passage aims to heal, inspire, teach and encourage through the power of God’s Word. The next two volumes

in Fr. Emelu’s An Encounter series focus on messages for the seasons of Lent and Easter. The topics of future volumes will be an-

nounced soon. An Encounter is suitable for both personal and group faith sharing - for anyone seeking a daily walk with God. It would be the perfect gift for your pastor or loved one. “Alone with God, the soul hears words that the noisy world often silences,” he said. “Call them a boost for the day or a spiritual companion for everyday life. They are empowering words meant to accompany readers on their own journey of life as they continue to discover the gentle Word of God.” Father Maurice Nkem Emelu, Ph.D., is an assistant professor of digital media and communication at John Carroll University. The author of seven books and over 700 blogs and professional articles, he provides robust cross-cultural educational programs through digital media.

RELIGION CALENDAR

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

Month of December Services at Green Street United Methodist Church Green Street United Methodist Church, 639 S. Green St., Winston-Salem, invites you to join online and in-person worship services on Sunday mornings as we celebrate Advent and Christmas. In addition to our regular Sunday morning services, Green Street will hold a Longest Night service at 7 p.m. on December 21 to hold space for grief and loss during the holidays, and a Christmas Eve service at 7 p.m. on December 24. On Sundays, Green Street meets in-person at 8:45 a.m. and holds a hybrid online/in-person service at 11 a.m. Masks are required in the building for anyone over age 2. The 11 a.m. service, which is held in-person and is streamed online via Facebook and YouTube, is a celebration of the diversity of the human family. Learn more at www. greenstreetumc.org.

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

Dec. 26 & Dec. 31 First Waughtown Baptist Church (FWBC) Online Senior Pastor Dr. Dennis W. Bishop will continue The Vivid Covenant series at 10 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 26, drawing upon the base scriptures Genesis 1:28 (The Cultural Mandate) and Matthew 28:19-20 (The Great Commission) along with the focal scripture 1 Peter 5:10. Join us for the service on these sites: YouTube, https:// www.youtube.com (First Waughtown); Facebook Live, https://www.facebook.com/FirstWaughtown/; and the First Waughtown website, https://www.firstwaughtown. org. On Friday, Dec. 31, from 12 noon to 1:30 p.m., there will be a drive-through prayer line at the rear of the church (or at the front under the canopy in case of rain). Pastor Bishop will offer a prayer over each household represented. Watch Night Service will be conducted virtually beginning at10:30 p.m. on the platforms listed above. FWBC will return to in-person service at 10 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022. Doors will open at 9:30 a.m. for screening. Details of the re-entry service are posted on the FWBC homepage and Facebook site. First Waugh-

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Jan. 1-5 Spiritual revival New Hope AME Zion Church, 7000 Shallowford Rd. in Lewisville, NC, will celebrate its “Spiritual Renewal” service on Jan. 1-5, 2022. The ministers that will be speaking are: Jan. 1 - Rev. Michael A. Frencher Jr. at 3 p.m. Jan. 2 - Rev. Robert N. Kelley at 3 p.m. Jan. 3 - Rev. Belinda S. Harris at 7 p.m. Jan. 4 - Rev. Johnny E. Scott at 7 p.m. Jan. 5 - Rev. Dairl L. Scott, Jr. at 7 p.m. Come join us with each night of powerful messages from these dynamic preachers. The Theme is, “Spreading Spiritual Holiness” from 2nd Corinthians 7:1. Dairl L. Scott Sr. is the pastor. For further contact 336-945-9083 or 336-945-5618. How to submit items to the Religion calendar: The deadline is Sunday at 11:59 p.m. to have all calendar items submitted for that week’s paper. Send your calendar items to news@wschronicle.com. You can also drop them off, Monday through Friday before 5 p.m., or mail your items to Winston-Salem Chronicle, 1300 E. Fifth St., Winston-Salem, N.C. 27101; or send them via our website, www.wschronicle.com.

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Community Brief Changes in city operations for Christmas and New Year’s holidays City offices will be closed Friday, Dec. 24, for the Christmas holiday and Friday, Dec. 31, for New Year’s Day. The following city operations will be affected: Week of Christmas: • Garbage collections for Friday, Dec. 24, will be postponed to Monday, Dec. 27. Recycling and yard-waste collections will follow the normal schedule. • CityLink 311, the city’s citizen service call center, will be closed on Dec. 24. Non-911 emergency calls will be forwarded to on-call staff with the appropriate department. Requests for routine information or services may be submitted by email, the city website and the CityLink 311 mobile application for processing on Monday, Dec. 27. • Hanes Mill Road Solid Waste Facility will close at noon on Dec. 24 and be closed Dec. 25. The Overdale Road and Forum 52 yard waste facilities and the 3RC EnviroStation will be closed Dec. 24 & 25. The Old Salisbury Road Landfill is temporarily closed through Jan. 30. Week of New Year’s Day: • Garbage collections for Friday, Dec. 31, will be postponed to Monday, Jan. 3. Recycling and yard-waste collections will follow the normal schedule. • CityLink 311 will be closed Dec. 31 • Hanes Mill Road Solid Waste Facility will close at noon on Dec. 31 and be closed Jan. 1. The Overdale Road and Forum 52 yard waste facilities and the 3RC EnviroStation will be closed Dec. 31 and Jan. 1. For more information call CityLink 311.

Community Calendar NOW – Jan. 2, 2022 Writing contest The Jacobs/Jones African-American Literary Prize honors Harriet Jacobs and Thomas Jones, two pioneering AfricanAmerican writers from North Carolina, and seeks to convey the rich and varied existence of Black North Carolinians. The contest is administered by the Creative Writing Program at UNC-Chapel Hill. The winner receives $1,000 and possible publication of the winning entry in The Carolina Quarterly. To submit online, go to https://ncwriters.submittable.com/submit. Submittable will collect your entry fee via credit card ($10 NCWN members / $20 nonmembers). (If submitting online, do not include a cover sheet with your document; Submittable will collect and record your name and contact information.) Entries will not be returned. The winner will be announced in February. For additional information, visit www.ncwriters.org.

Jan 17 & 22, Feb. 6 & 20 “Navigating Jim Crow” Exhibit There will be a "Navigating Jim Crow: Green Book and Oasis Spaces in North Carolina" Exhibit presented by Mount Tabor United Methodist Church, 3543 Robinhood Road, in partnership with the North Carolina African American Heritage Commission open to the public. The exhibit will open on the following dates: *Monday, Jan. 17, 2 6:30 p.m. (in conjunction with the community Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Service) *Saturday, Jan. 22, 1-4 p.m. *Sunday, Feb. 6, 1-4 p.m. *Sunday, Feb. 20, 1-4 p.m. For more information about the exhibit, please Email: greenbook@mttaborumc.org.

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East – that one would never appear before royalty or a person of importance without bringing gifts. The wise men came to see a king and brought lavish gifts – appropriate for a king (verse 12). “And having been warned by God in a dream not to return to Herod, …” – the wise men’s worship is also manifested in obedience. They were able to hear God clearly because they had humbled themselves to listen. They are obedient to the heavenly dream and leave without serving as Herod’s informants. God, Himself thwarted Herod’s plan (verse 12). (The UMI Annual Commentary 2021-2022, The MacArthur Study Bible, The New Interpreters Study Bible, The Modern Life Study Bible and The Oxford Bible Commentary). For Your Consideration: What do you think is the significance of the “magi – wise men” not being Jewish? Why do you think Jesus is referred to as a shepherd? Application: We are about to enter a new year. As we remember Jesus’ birth and the magi’s worship of the Savior, let’s make sure we put seeking God as the top priority of the New Year. Ask yourself how you can worship God in new ways in the New Year. Take some time

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The Savior at His Mother’s Side (verses 9-12). Leaving Herod, the star appeared again specifically to guide the wise men – “… and the star, which they had seen in the East, went on before them until it came and stood over the place where the child was.” This was obviously a supernatural phenomenon (verses 9-10). Since the star appeared to the wise men when Christ was born and they traveled quite a distance, the child is now guessed to be between 6-18 months old. Since His birth, Mary and Joseph are no longer in that barn, but are situated in a house. “After coming into the house, they saw the child with Mary, his mother; and they fell to the ground and worshiped Him.” This is the central theme – the homage of the Gentiles. These particular Gentiles represent the best wisdom of the Gentile world, they are spiritual elites – impressive dignitaries bowing before a young child. “They presented to Him gifts of gold (royalty), frankincense (divinity), and myrrh (death). It’s important to note that the gifts were not given to Mary or Joseph, but to the child. It was common – especially in the

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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK DAVIDSON COUNTY FILE NO. 21 SP 407

We would appreciate a quotation from your firm for any and all work and/or materials on the following project: Project Name: Greensboro (Guilford County) ENDIMAL CHEMICAL FEED Bid Date: Thursday, January 13, 2022 @ 2:00 PM Please provide your proposal by: 1-12-22 @ 5:00 PM

Having qualified as Executrix of the Estate of Joshua Roberson (21 E 2598), also known as Joshua Roberson, Sr., deceased October 3, 2021, Forsyth County, North Carolina, this is to Notify all persons, firms, and corporation having claims against the Estate of said deceased to present them to the undersigned on or before March 11, 2022 this Notice will be pleaded in bar of recovery. All persons indebted to the said decedent or estate shall please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 9th day of December, 2021. Linda Gordon Executrix for Joshua Roberson, deceased 6083 Brookstone Ridge Dr. Winston-Salem, NC 27107

We are soliciting subcontract bids for the following trades. Work may include, but not limited to: Pipe Work, Pipe Installation, Pipe Insulation, Traffic Control Signs, Plumbing/Utilities, Concrete Work, Video Surveillance, Photographic Documentation, Exterior Piping, Landscaping, Metals, Coatings, Painting, Demolition, Cleaning, Specialties, Signage, Safety Fence, Quality Control, Process Gas & Liquid Handling, Purification & Storage Equipment, Anchor Systems, Cutting & Patching along with any incidentals and materials necessary for construction to complete the project. The Contract majorly consists of but not limited to the removal of the existing air chiller and air-cooling unit. Installation of: 2,500gal chemical storage tank, piping and appurtenances; spill containment curb; emergency eyewash station, piping and appurtenances; and secondary containment pad. All materials and workmanship shall be in accordance with all referenced plans and specifications herein. The work performed under this Contract shall include, but may not be limited to: the furnishing of all labor, materials, equipment and services, whether specifically mentioned or not, that is required to complete the Construction of the Work of the project. All requirements of the State of North Carolina and all pertinent administrative regulations shall apply to this project as if herein written out in full.

Janice Roberson Executrix for Joshua Roberson, deceased 153 Ellery Ave. Newark, NJ 07106 The Chronicle December 9, 16, 23, 30, 2021 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Fiduciary of the Estate of Gracie P. Richardson (21 E 2297), deceased September 4, 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 March 21, 2022 this Notice will be pleaded in bar of recovery. All persons indebted to the said decedent or estate shall please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 16th day of December, 2021. Phyllis T. Warren Fiduciary for Gracie P. Richardson, deceased 4492 Tise Ave. Winston-Salem, NC 27105

Please contact Daniel Lynch at dlynch@jrlynchandsons.com if you have any questions on the job link below. The following Dropbox link will provide you with the digital Plans: https://www.dropbox.com/s/i15qgirifiod6wp /2021-005A%20Plans%20%20Final.pdf?dl=0 The following Dropbox link will provide you with the digital Specifications: https://www.dropbox.com/s/u6bycwjhfxz1z9 4/2021-005A%20Project%20Manual%20%20Final.pdf?dl=0 You may view plans & specs at the following locations: JRL Office @ 314 S. Academy St. Pilot Mtn, NC or Bidding Documents also may be examined at the following locations and All work will be in accordance with the Plans and Specifications which are on file in the office of “The City of Greensboro”, Contact Mr. Ted Barker, Engineering Division, 300 West Washington Street, Greensboro, North Carolina 27401, email: ted.barker@greensboro-nc.gov. (336-4337308) Phone (336-373-2338) Fax JRL is willing to review any responsible quote and will negotiate terms, if appropriate. We will notify your firm if your bid is accepted for this project. Please contact Daniel Lynch @ number listed below, if you have not heard from JRL by 1-20-22 and I will inform you of the status of your bid. If you need assistance with equipment, obtaining bonding, (J.R.L. will furnish bonds for all projects & will help you obtain the proper certification, (if you are not certified.) loan capital, lines of credit, insurance or joint pay agreements, please see JRL terms below or contact us and we will review your needs and direct you to available agencies for assistance. Bonding: It is Jimmy R. Lynch & Sons, Inc. policy NOT to require M/WBE subcontractors to provide bonding to Jimmy R. Lynch & Sons, Inc. for their portion of the work. All M/WBE subcontractors will be allowed to work under Jimmy R. Lynch & Sons, Inc Performance & Payment Bonds to the Owner. Financial Assistance: Jimmy R. Lynch & Sons, Inc. will provide Joint Check Agreements to all M/WBE subcontractors. Please request a Joint Check Agreement in writing. We will work with you and the material vendor to develop a Joint Check Agreement to satisfy all parties. Quick Payments: It is Jimmy R. Lynch & Sons, Inc. policy to provide Quick Payments to all M/WBE subcontractors. Jimmy R Lynch & Sons, Inc will provide payment to all M/WBE subcontractors on a weekly basis if the work for which payment is being requested is complete and accepted by the Owner JRL encourages 2nd tier M/WBE Subcontracting opportunities. We encourage our subcontractors to utilize 2nd and 3rd tier M/WBE Subcontractors. Please Submit Quote the Day Prior to Bid Opening Phone: 336-368-4047 Fax: 336368-4613 The Chronicle December 23, 2021

The Chronicle December 16, 23, 30 and January 6, 2022 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Administrator of the Estate of Sarah Ann Conner Shepard (21 E 1619), also known as Sarah Ann Shepard Conner, deceased June 16, 2021, Forsyth County, North Carolina, this is to Notify all persons, firms, and corporation having claims against the Estate of said deceased to present them to the undersigned on or before March 25, 2022 this Notice will be pleaded in bar of recovery. All persons indebted to the said decedent or estate shall please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 23rd day of December, 2021. Robin Shepard Reaves Administrator for Sarah Ann Conner Shepard, deceased 3824 Sawyer Street Winston-Salem, NC 27105 The Chronicle December 23, 30, 2021 and January 6, 13, 2022

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to the requirements of Article 6 of Chapter 160D of the General Statutes of North Carolina, that the City Council of the City of Winston-Salem will hold a virtual public hearing at 7:00 p.m. on January 3, 2022, on the following proposed amendments to the Official Zoning Map of the City of WinstonSalem, North Carolina: 1. Zoning petition of Senior Services, Inc. from GB-S (Two-Phase) to GB-S (Adult Day Care Center; Child Care, Drop-In; Child Day Care Center; Offices; Services, A; and Recreation Services, Indoor): property is located on the south side of W. Thirtieth Street, between Shorefair Drive and Millbrook Drive; property consists of ± 10.07 acres and is PIN 6836-17-2768 as shown on the Forsyth County Tax Maps and on a site plan on file in the office of the City-County Planning Board (Zoning Docket W-3504). 2. Site Plan Amendment of Challenges of the 21st Century, Inc. for changes to the site and parking layout on property zoned IP-S: property is located on the north side of Goldfloss Street, between Vargrave Street and Glendale Street; property consists of ± 2.42 acres and is PINs 6834-55-9707, 6834-65-2791, 683465-0715, and 6834-55-9756 as shown on the Forsyth County Tax Maps and on a site plan on file in the office of the City-County Planning Board (Zoning Docket W-3506). 3. Zoning petition of KO-AM Sisters, LLC from RM8-S to RM8-S (Residential Building, Multifamily; Residential Building, Single Family; Residential Building, Townhouse; Residential Building, Twin Home; Residential Building, Duplex and Planned Residential Development): property is located on the west side of Old Lexington Road, across from Teague Road; property consists of ± 50.01 acres and is PIN 6833-935541 as shown on the Forsyth County Tax Maps and on a site plan on file in the office of the City-County Planning Board (Zoning Docket W-3508). 4. Zoning petition of EmClay Properties, LLC from LI to CI; property is located on the north side of E. Third Street, west of N. Research Parkway; property consists of ± .23 acres and is PIN 6835-47-1190 as shown on the Forsyth County Tax Maps (Zoning Docket W-3510). 5. Site Plan Amendment of Donald A. Joyce Revocable Trust, Michael A. Joyce, and Rachel Joyce Maxcy Heirs for changes to the location of a stormwater management device on property zoned GB-S: property is located on the southwest corner of Union Cross Road and Sedge Garden Road; property consists of ± 3.22 acres and is PINs 6875-41-4968, 6875-41-3896, 6875-41-2962, 6875-412797, and 6875-42-1075 as shown on the Forsyth County Tax Maps and on a site plan on file in the office of the City-County Planning Board (Zoning Docket W-3512). 6. An ordinance amendment proposed by Planning and Development Services staff modifying Section 5.3.1, Section 5.3.4, Table 6.1.2, and Table 11.2.2 of the Unified Development Ordinances pertaining to Accessory Dwelling Units (UDO-CC15). All parties in interest and citizens are invited to attend said hearing (virtually) at which time they shall have an opportunity to be heard in favor of or in opposition to the foregoing proposed changes. If you would like to speak during the public hearing, please visit www.cityofws.org/ccvirtual. If you have questions regarding public hearing participation, please call (336)727-2224. 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 City-County Planning Board in the Bryce A. Stuart Municipal Building on weekdays between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Written comments will be accepted on the public hearing items until January 2, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. Written comments may be sent to the City Clerk’s Office, P.O. Box 2511 Winston-Salem 27102, or by email to sandrark@cityofws.org. 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 747-7404 or to T.D.D. 727-8319. BY ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL Sandra Keeney, Clerk to the City Council of the City of Winston-Salem The Chronicle Decembeer 23, 30, 2021

NOTICE OF SERVICE BY PUBLICATION FOR THE ADOPTION OF: H.M.W DOB: 04/16/2016. TO: JOHN DOE Father of a female minor child born to Shotzy Faith Harrison on or about 04/16/2016. TAKE NOTICE that a Petition for Adoption of the minor child, H.M.W, born 04/16/2016, has been filed in the above entitled action. You are required to respond to said Petition no later than February 1, 2022 being 40 days from the first publication of this Notice, and upon your failure to do so, the Petitioners will apply to the Court for the adoption of H.M.W. This the 23rd day of December, 2021. HOLLY R. HEGE Attorney for Petitioners NC Bar #54269 220 North Main Street Lexington, NC 27292 Phone: (336) 300-7080 Fax: (336) 236-4266 The December 23, 30 and January 6, 2022

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