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Black History: 100 years of wisdom

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Throughout the month of February people across the country will be celebrating the lives and legacies of great African-Americans who made contributions to society.

Dr. Virginia Newell Still championing equality and education at age 101

BY TEVIN STINSON THE CHRONICLE

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Fredrick Douglas, George Washington Carver, Harriet Tubman, and Rosa Parks have become synonymous with February and Black History Month. While it is important that we lift up the names and accomplishments of the greats everyone knows, it is equally and maybe even more important that we highlight the history-makers right here in our own community who paved the way for others.

And when making a list of Winston-Salem's Black History Makers, your list isn’t valid if it doesn’t include champion of equality and education, Dr. Virginia K. Newell.

Originally a native of Davie County, Newell relocated to Winston-

Salem with her family when she was a child. A graduate of Atkins High School, in 1977 Newell and Mayor Tempore Vivian Burke became the first black women elected to the board of alderman (now City Council).

Newell, who will turn 102 later this year, said her father always stressed the importance of voting. She said when they lived in Davie County, her father was one of the few blacks who were allowed to vote.

Newell said her father taught her that politics can affect every phase of life, from education to job creation and housing.

Newell said she remembers going to the polls with her father, asking dozens of questions about the process and what it all meant.

“He was never elected to office, but my father was always involved in politics

Dr. Virginia K. Newell is a living legend and a champion of equality and education. and when he would go vote, he would take all of the children in the neighborhood with him so they could ask questions and learn about voting,” Newell said.

During her 16-year tenure representing the city’s East Ward, Newell was known as an advocate for fair housing, economic justice, and racial equality.

She is also credited with leading the effort to build the East Winston Shopping

Center and founding the YMCA’s Best Choice Center. Newell said when she served the citizens of East Winston, she made it her mission to speak out against things that were not for the betterment of people.

Last week Newell told The Chronicle that although she never got the opportunity, she always wanted to take her talents to Washington. She said she’s proud of what she

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accomplished during her time as alderman, but her dream was to serve in the U.S. House of Representatives.

She said, “… If I had started earlier, I think I would made it to Washington. I wouldn’t have been like Maxine Waters, but something like her. I would’ve been like a Harriet Tubman in Washington, a Sojourner Truth in Washington, they

would’ve known I was there. I would’ve let them know what was happening to our people.”

Although she is most known for her contributions to the city of Winston-Salem, Newell’s true passion has always been education.

After college Newell returned to her alma mater, Atkins (now WinstonSalem Preparatory Academy), to teach math.

years isn’t very long.” He said he had looked up his doctor’s notes from his first visit with Mr. Lentz and read: “Mr. Lentz is a delightful 86-year-old man.” He remembered asking Mr. Lentz during the first visit how he arrived at the office. Did he drive?

No, he answered. Did a friend or family member bring you? No, again. He asked, then how did he get here and he was taken aback when Mr. Lentz replied, “I walked.” He asked how far that was and Mr. Lentz said, “About a mile.” He said that Mr. Lentz was the “Miracle Walker.” He mentioned that at the age of 93 he finally convinced him to get a cane, but that another doctor had done even better when he convinced him to get a walker. Then he added, “I’ve never seen him use it.”

Dr. Miller said he has determined, “ … several keys to living to 100: Taking care of yourself and walking every day; having a happy heart; honoring the Lord; and having a great family.”

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Anthony gave a brief history of Mr. Lentz and noted that he enlisted in the Army in 1941 during the Second World War and served until the war ended in 1945, receiving seven medals and ribbons for his military service. His family moved to Winston-Salem after the war ended and that is when he met his wife, Bernice, and his children Charles and Gale were born. Mr. Lentz served 26 years at the United States Post Office on Fifth Street, where he retired as chief of security, then he worked five more years at the Federal Building downtown and retired a second time. He has attended Goler Metropolitan AME Zion Church for 74 years.

Rev. Johnny Ruff, pastor of Goler Metropolitan, also praised Mr. Lentz and said, “There are a lot of people who are alive, but are not living. We salute you today.” Mr. Lentz still attends church faithfully every Sunday.

Mr. Lentz did not seem at all fazed by the accolades and attention he received. When asked what was the most significant

Charlie Lentz honored with accolades and mayor’s proclamation

BY JUDIE HOLCOMB-PACK THE CHRONICLE

Nearly 100 people attended the 100th birthday celebration for Charlie Jasper Lentz on Saturday evening, Feb. 2, at the Village Inn and Conference Center in Clemmons. As guests were introduced and recognized, it appeared that they were all family in some way – either his children, grandchildren, uncles, aunts, cousins, children and grandchildren of uncles and cousins, and one guest who declared that SHE had adopted Mr. Lentz as her uncle and not the other way around.

The love for not only Mr. Lentz but each other filled the room. Family and friends came from as far away as Maryland,

Virginia and New York to join in the celebration of his special day.

The mistress of ceremony, Carolyn White, described Mr. Lentz as a “walking miracle,” a description that was used throughout the evening.

She mentioned that he has never had any major hospitalizations or illnesses and is always “calm, cool and collected.”

In his reflection about his dad, Charlie Lentz Jr. said, “… I’ve never seen him get angry or get seriously upset with anyone …

Thank you Daddy for teaching me how to be a real man.”

Mayor Allen Joines also had kind words to say about Mr. Lentz before he read a proclamation declaring Feb. 3 as Charlie Lentz Day. As he presented the proclamation to Mr. Lentz, there was applause and a standing ovation for a man who has obviously and positively influenced numerous lives.

Mayor Pro Tem Vivian Burke was also in attendance and spoke highly of the Lentz family saying, “We are blessed just to be in his company. All of us join the mayor to say ‘This

Charlie Lentz with his granddaughter Kimberly Bunkley, Mayor Pro Tem Vivian Burke and son Charlie Lentz Jr. at his 100th birthday celebration on Feb. 2.

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is your day!’”

Mr. Lentz’s primary care physician, Dr. David Miller of Wake Forest Baptist, was introduced

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Newell’s love for teaching also took her to Raleigh and Atlanta, before taking a position at WinstonSalem State University (WSSU). While at WSSU Newell worked her way through the ranks and became chair of the Department of Math and Computer Sciences. She is also credited with bringing the first computers to the historically black university (HBCU).

Just like voting, Newell said her parents instilled in her and her eight other siblings the importance of education at an early age. She said, “We were encouraged by our parents, in fact every night we had school at home.�

Newell continued and said learning a trade was also important when she

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was growing up. She said when she was a child, they were expected to go to school and learn a trade to support their families. At a place in time where young African-American men are being killed and incarcerated at an alarming rate, Newell believes that’s what our community needs today. “Back in the olden times, kids learned a trade from their fathers. They wanted children to go to school and learn a trade.

Today we have so many of young men in the streets and when they get killed it just hurts my heart.â€? She continued, â€œâ€Ś because if they had a trade or something they would do it. If I were in the Congress, I would fight for training our people. â€œâ€Ś Our black kids are failing and I’m one to say it on the housetop, they are

failing right here in Forsyth County and it is sad.�

At the young age of 101 Newell is still very active. She’s an avid reader, up to date on the upcoming presidential race, and the questionable actions of our current president. Newell is also an active member of the local chapter of the Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority and frequently attends local speaking engagements.

When asked her secrets to living a long and prosperous life, Newell said, “It’s really simple: I’ve tried to do what my mother and father told me and what the good book says. â€œâ€Ś And I got this from my daddy, regardless of how high you go, always keep your feet on the ground. So I’ve tried to live by that.â€?

Saturday, Feb. 9, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., with a community lunch to follow for the first 400 people to sign up. Sign up and more information at: http://www.faithandculturewsnc.org/Forum19.

The musical and forum

flow venue has been added at First Presbyterian Church, 300 North Cherry St., where the musical will be live-streamed, followed by a talkback with cast and crew on the stage there.

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change you’ve seen in the world in your 100 years, he answered, “The races have gotten so much closer.� When asked what he attributed his longevity to, he said, “I don’t have the

answer to that because I done most of the things young people do today.�

A man of few words, after a little thought, he gave this advice: “Put God first in your life. Let him be your leader.�

And to those in attendance, he said, “The cele-

bration doesn’t end here. I invite you all to join me at church tomorrow.�

The Chronicle honors Mr. Charlie Lentz on the occasion of his 100th birthday and wishes him continued happiness and good health in the future.

‘Union: A Musical’ is coming to Winston-Salem this Friday SPECIAL TO THE CHRONICLE

On Friday, Feb. 8, the second-ever presentation of “Union: A Musical� will be performed at The Stevens Center in Winston-Salem.

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written by Gregory Thompson and Amish Baraka, is about the sanitation workers’ strike in Memphis, Tennessee, in 1968 and how the local community and others, including Martin Luther King Jr. responded, fighting toward humane working conditions and forming a “more perfect union.�

The Union Council, a group of Winston-Salem locals who have spent the past several months planning, strongly believed that this musical is more than just a performance and has scheduled a Forum of Faith and Culture following the performance to bridge the hard topics discussed with work being done on the ground in our community and continued dialogue opportunities.

The forum will be held on

provide opportunities to bring individuals and churches in our city together to partner with existing efforts continuing to address the problem of racial reconciliation and justice in our community.

Saturday’s forum will include a number of organizations and initiatives present and available for individuals to step into dialogue, meet with organizations, and sign up to par-

ticipate

The council hopes the musical will frame muchneeded conversations about racism in our city and open pathways to explore what we can collectively do about addressing it.

The musical on Friday night is free but tickets are required. While the show is now sold out, an over-

are sponsored by the Flow Foundation, Inc.

Love Out Loud is a 501(c)(3) organization in Winston-Salem working to transform the city with the love of Jesus by connecting and mobilizing its people and resources. The Forum on Faith and Culture is a group of followers of Christ working to live fully and faithfully for the flourishing of Winston-Salem.

The Union Council is comprised of individuals working together to bring “UNION: A Musical� to Winston-Salem.

For more information please visit: http://www.faithandculturewsnc.org/Forum19 or email union@loveoutloudws.com.

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NOURISHING THE DREAMS — — of our —— COMMUNITIES

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Get Hate Out of W-S promises to keep the heat on city officials T H E C H R ON I C LE

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BY TEVIN STINSON THE CHRONICLE

Protestors, supporters of Confederate statue meet downtown

Last Friday members of Get Hate Out of WinstonSalem, a local organization formed to show support of the decision to remove the Confederate statue from downtown Winston-Salem, gathered at the corner of Fourth and Liberty to keep pressure on city officials to remove the statue that depicts a Confederate solider holding a rifle.

Talks about the removal of the statue began late last year after the statue was vandalized. In response to the second case of vandalism in less than two years, city attorney Angela Caron issued a letter to the United Daughters of the Confederacy, the owners of the statue, demanding the statue be removed by Jan. 31.

Less than 24-hours after the Jan. 31 deadline, more than two-dozen supporters of Get Hate Out of WinstonSalem gathered for a press conference to let city officials know they are waiting.

While standing at the foot of the statue that was erected in 1905, local activist Lillian Podlog said the statue was a symptom of hatred and white supremacy. Podlog also urged city officials to take serious strides to create more opportunities for African-Americans throughout the community.

“We are here today to keep the pressure on the city to make sure that this statue comes down. This statue is a symptom of white supremacy. White supremacy is the disease that erected it. White supremacy has kept the statue standing. And when the statue comes down, we will have dealt with a nasty side effect to this disease,” said Podlog. “‘But the systems of white supremacy will still be churning. The city and the community cannot rest until our schools are no longing failing, until we have affordable housing, until our curriculum teaches black history year-round, and until investment in black communities takes the future of those communities into account.”

Miranda Jones, another organizer for Get Hate Out of Winston-Salem, said they will remain vigilant in their pursuit to rid Winston-Salem of all forms of racism and hate.

“We plan to make it our quest to ensure that all citizens of our city receive utilization of their taxation. We plan to work to make sure the Poverty Thought Force does more than thinking. We make no claims to be the only voice of the marginalized and oppressed. We merely use our voice as a tool to tackle injustice,” Jones said.

While citizens made their point clear that they wanted the statue removed, a handful of supporters of the statue gathered at the adjacent corner armed with flags and insulting chants. Jenna Bernstein, who traveled from Florida to ensure her voice was heard, told demonstrators the statue was a war memorial and should stay.

“This is a U.S. veterans war memorial. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. would have never desecrated an American

Last Friday members of Get Hate Out of Winson-Salem held a press confrence to keep pressure on city offials to remove the Confederate statue from the corner of Fourth and Liberty streets. They were met by supporters of the statue who gathered across the street.

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war memorial like this with your ignorance and your socialism. This is America, a constitutional republic,” Bernstein said.

For more than an hour protestors and supporters shouted insults across the busy street. Although arguments did get heated at times, protests remained peaceful.

Despite a lawsuit filed by the United Daughters of the Confederacy the week it was scheduled to be removed trying to stop the city from removing the statue, Forsyth

County Superior Court Judge Stanley Allen rejected the request granting the city permission to move forward with the removal process.

Although the city officials haven’t set a date or time to remove the statue, it is expected to be removed sometime this week. It is unclear if the statue will be moved to the Salem Cemetery where several Confederate soldiers are buried or placed in storage for safe keeping.

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Andrea Goode thanks God for stroke

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“i was laying on the floor when a colleague found me, and i couldn’t feel anything in the right side of my body,� said Andrea Goode. Goode had no idea what was happening to her, and was very afraid. “My first thought was staying alive for my children and husband. whatever it was, i refused to let it kill me,� she said. the day before her stroke was one of the best of her 18-year marriage to husband Antwan Goode.  he received his PhD in organization and Management, with a specialization in leadership. Antwan said he couldn’t have done it without his wife’s support. “She made sure i got all of my assignments in, kept me organized while running her business, and taking care of our kids. you really don’t know how significant your wife is until something like that happens. i really didn’t know the scope of what she did to help me achieve my PhD. She was the glue,� said Mr. Goode. the Goodes’ spirits were high,

and then the next morning it began. “i took my son to school and i went to the office. i went to open the door and i had no strength in my right arm. My whole right side and my vision were affected.�

Andrea was alone at the time and things got worse, “i slid down the wall and just laid there helpless.� She lay on the floor in front of her office for a while, “and then someone came and found me.� when Antwan found out his wife was in the hospital, he rushed to her side, and what happened next proves that love is the best medicine.  “when the children and i walked in her room, she was laid out and wasn’t moving, and i said let’s pray. She said, ‘i can’t see out of my left eye.’ So i started kissing that eye, and then i said hold tight; God is too amazing, so hold on.

And she started crying and i kissed her tears.� Andrea’s response to her husband was powerful.  “i slowly got my vision back.� She was in rehab for six weeks. “these past three years of recovery haven’t been easy, i had to learn to do a lot of things differently. But i decided i

The Goodes with their children, daughter Kennedy and son Harrison.

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Andrea and Antwan Goode wasn’t going to give up. i wasn’t going to lie there and let it take over me. i always drove a truck, so they said ‘if you can get into the truck you can go home,’� Andrea said, as she and Antwan laughed. She did just that, got into her truck and went home. “i had a strong will, because i had to get home to take care of my children and my husband, to make sure that they were on track.� i was sitting there in amazement.

She’s recovering from a stroke, yet the only thing on her mind is taking care of her family. what a phenomenal woman! “the most important thing to me is that i survive to see my children become adults and successful. they will do dynamic things and i want to be here to see that.� the Goodes have two children, daughter Kennedy, who does community health fairs to bring awareness about strokes and high blood pressure, and son, harrison, who wants to do equine veterinary studies.

Antwan was working for a very successful company and doing well, so both made great sacrifices. he worked out with his wife, took care of all her needs, made sure the children were fed, got back and forth to school, homework, and so much more. they also built a relationship with their neighbors. “i didn’t cook for 56 days.

My neighbors had our meals ready all seven days.� Andrea added, “everyone should do a better job at knowing their neighbors. our church was very supportive as well, we couldn’t have gotten this

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far without them.� then Antwan added, “i’ve never seen that kind of love.� what’s most inspiring about Andrea’s testimony is her statement: “i thank God for my stroke, because it gave me time to tap into all of my gifts.� those gifts helped the Goodes start a successful business during Andrea’s recovery, tate Consulting.  “the key to our success stems from our company standards. we believe that spirituality, passion, tenacity, vision, attitude, power and trust are necessary to help us change a life,� said Andrea. tate Consulting specializes in leadership training and developing customized courses and curricula that challenge leaders to share their gifts and talents to solve global initiatives. i asked Andrea about her part in the company. “i specialize in examining economic issues to help view cause-and-effect strategies to solve client strategic gaps. i’m passionate in analyzing employee health, inflation, energy, provide strategies for business cycles, and to explore historical trends to make accurate forecasts.� Andrea la Mone Goode is a Fleer Center honors graduate from Salem College. you can see the rest of my interview with Antwan and Andrea Goode on our winstonsalem Chronicle youtube channel. their testimony is one of true love, faith, trust and family. you will also enjoy the love story of how they met and more. to contact the Goodes, call (336) 464-3130 ext. 1242.

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More than 28 days

In 1926, Carter G. Woodson began Negro History Week. The second week in February was chosen as Negro History Week because it contained both Fredrick Douglass’ and Abraham Lincoln’s birthdays (the 14 and 12, respectively). The celebrations of African-American history grew to be month-long events when Gerald Ford decreed Black History Month a national observance in 1976. Since then, the festivities get going every Feb. 1.

But why does the party have to start on Feb. 1 and end on Feb. 28?

Societal constructs have cued our minds to set aside February as the time we pull out our African garments and other historical relics to pay homage to OUR history,

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

DNC Chair Tom Perez and Black Caucus Chair Virgie Rollins released the

following statement on Black History Month:

To the Editor

This month we honor and celebrate the enormous contributions African-Americans have made to our country. While we celebrate these accomplishments, we must also rededicate ourselves to the unfinished work of the Civil Rights Movement. Whether in a classroom or a courtroom, a job interview or a traffic stop, AfricanAmericans continue to face systemic discrimination across our society. Nowhere is this more evident or more consequential than at the ballot box. In North Carolina, Ohio, and states across the country, Republicans have done everything in their power to block communities of color from exercising their constitutional rights at the ballot box. There’s no doubt that preventing people from voting is a key part of their playbook — from voter roll purges to discriminatory voter ID laws. Such tactics are clearly discriminatory and have no place in our democracy.

Democrats believe we should be making it easier for people to vote, not harder. We know our democracy is stronger when more people can participate. And we’ve made it our priority to ensure that each and every eligible voter can exercise their right to vote without intimidation or restrictions.

The 15th Amendment to the United States

Constitution reads as follows: “The right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any State on account of race, color, or previous condition of servitude.” We must be vigilant in protecting that right every day in every community.

We know that the most important political battles are always hard-fought and that lasting progress is always hard-won. As we celebrate Black History Month, let us recommit ourselves to the fight for equality. And let us not merely commemorate the accomplishments of African-Americans, but ensure their voices are heard in our democracy.

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The American dream remains deferred for black millennials

By STACy M. BROWN NNPA NEWSWIRE CORRESPONDENT

as if black history only happens during the second month of the year. Black history surrounds us. We don’t have to look any farther than the classroom or the city government or the art community right here in Winston-Salem to get healthy doses of black history. Our 2019 February issues will spotlight local heroes who have made history.

Of course, there are too many to fit into one month. So stay tuned. The Chronicle sets out to celebrate and commemorate black history every week of every month in our community.

While we commit to going to black history events (see page B5 for the Black History Calendar), we should consider organizing and attending events that happen outside the month of February. There is enough black historical content to fill up 365 days every year. Our history should be celebrated every day, because it happens every day. The amazing thing is that, somewhere, black history is being made today.

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The American Dream is described as a national ethos: a set of ideals in which freedom includes the opportunity for prosperity and success, and upward social mobility for the family and children, achieved through hard work in a society with few barriers.

That’s the Wikipedia definition.

For African-American millennials, the dream remains deferred – and in some cases, is a nightmare.

“The American dream, the idea that anyone can succeed through hard work, is one of the most enduring myths in this country. And one of its most prominent falsehoods,” Reniqua Allen, the author of “It Was All a Dream” wrote in a recent New york Times Op-Ed. “As I entered my 30s, still navigating what achieving the dream would mean, I wondered what other black millennials were feeling. I wanted to figure out what my generation of black Americans thought about the promise of the American dream and how we can attain it,” Allen said.

Keli Hammond, the owner and CEO of Washington, D.C.-based B Classic Marketing & Communications and author of “Craved: the Secret Sauce to Building a HighlySuccessful, Standout Brand,” said black millennials have an uphill climb to achieve the American dream.

“Unfortunately, this is a very true reality. Race is a touchy subject in this country – always has been, always will be,” Hammond said. “It’s funny because, even thought it’s part of our social construct, it’s still incredibly uncomfortable when it’s talked about.”

Hammond, who holds a bachelor’s degree in advertising from Temple University and a certification in Change Leadership from Cornell University, noted that race has a way of humbling dreams quite fast.

“Although I believe that millennials in general are struggling to identify with the American Dream, for black millennials it can often feel like a dream you can’t achieve,” she said.

“We weren’t afforded the same job opportunities or raises, we don’t have the same networks, we’re not given the same leeway if we make a mistake, and we don’t have the same access to capital or generational wealth – it’s hard every day,” Hammond said.

In a survey customized exclusively for NNPA Newswire, Branded Research asked 452 AfricanAmericans which aspect of the American dream is most important.

A total of 30 percent said having a comfortable retirement; 21 percent said homeownership; 21 percent said setting up their children for success; 15 percent said owing a business; 7 percent said a college education; and

6 percent said having a nuclear family.

When broken down by gender, 22 percent of men and 34 percent of women said having a comfortable retirement was most important.

Twenty-two percent of men identified homeownership as most important as compared with 21 percent of women.

When broken down by age, 24 percent of those between 18 and 24 identified setting up their children for success was most important and 21 percent of the same age group said having a comfortable retirement and owning a business is paramount.

Twenty-eight percent of African-Americans between 25 and 34 identified home ownership as most important followed by setting up their children for success (27 percent); and having a comfortable retirement (19 percent).

Overall, African-American consumers are most likely to say that the most important aspects of the American dream are having a comfortable retirement, homeownership and setting children up for success.

African-American women are more likely than African-American men to say that having a comfortable retirement is the most important aspect of the American Dream. younger African-Americans value homeownership, setting up children for success and owning a business while older African-Americans value a comfortable retirement most.

“The American dream isn’t what I strive for [because] my goal is to be successful in my chosen creative path of singing and to travel the world doing that – not to be tethered to a job I don’t like, to pay a mortgage I don’t want in order to live permanently anywhere,” said New york musician Risa Branch.

“I finally paid off my student loans. I want the freedom to be wherever I want to be,” Branch said.

“If I did get the surplus funds to buy a house, I’d rent it out and use the investment to fund a more mobile lifestyle.”

Hammond argued that black millennials want equality, opportunity and freedom. “We want the same business and home loans, we want the same job offers, we want the same – everything,” she said.

“I’m college-educated, well-read, and well-traveled.

I’m a business owner and a homeowner, and even with all of that, I’m keenly aware that I am still very much an underdog,” Hammond continued.

“Freedom means you don’t struggle financially or live paycheck-to-paycheck. Freedom means you’re able to relax sometimes and not worry about all the ways that you have to work to dispel racial myths and stereotypes.”

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Banks, mortgage companies scrambled to cope with fallout from partial government shutdown was obtaining transcripts from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to verify that an applicant’s taxes were current and that returns had been filed. “We looked at a couple of workarounds,” Daniels said. “In some cases we received assistance from state housing agencies, such as the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency, which was the first state agency to approach us.”

On the bright side, Daniels points out that despite the shutdown the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) continued to process applications for flood insurance in locations where mortgage lenders required that additional coverage because properties were in an area defined by flood maps.

“Loan processing, depending on the type of loan, was more difficult, but not impossible,” Daniels adds.

The approach to the shutdown taken by San Francisco-based Wells Fargo & Company, one of the nation’s largest financial institutions, was to offer relief to customers by waiving and reversing some fees normally associated with loans.

In a statement issued by the company, Wells Fargo said it, “… is assessing the individual needs of customers who are employed by the federal government and impacted by the shutdown, and working with them on a solution.

The company offers options on all types of loans to help

these customers avoid the negative consequences of missing a payment, such as late fees, negative credit reporting, auto repossession and foreclosure.”

Wells Fargo has also donated $250,000 to United for the U.S. Coalition, an organization created by United Way Worldwide to support local communities.

Tim Sloan, Wells Fargo CEO and president, said his company “…hopes to lessen the impact on our affected customers while also providing individual assistance for their unique needs.”

Wells Fargo worked with customers, both federal government employees and others whose income was disrupted as a result of the shutdown by establishing a customer assistance line. By calling 800-219-9739, customers could discuss their need for help and explore options for assistance.

Customers could also visit a Wells Fargo branch office or get information at the company’s government shutdown assistance page on its website – www.wellsfargo.com.

If you are returning from a place without the James B. Internet, I am pleased to Ewers Jr. inform you that the United States government is now fully operational. The govGuest ernment shutdown, which Columnist lasted for over a month, is now over.

Should we cheer, be ashamed, or pause before we do either?

If you live in this country or are a federal worker, then let’s cheer and shout because the business of the people will resume now. The reports say 800,000 federal workers were affected by this temporary stoppage.

We know the reason for the shutdown was because the sitting president of this country wanted a wall built to stop illegal immigration. He made promises while he was running for the office and nothing is going to stop him. It didn’t matter to him that employees of the federal government - our government - were about to lose their homes and their lifestyles were being altered. This was happening suddenly and without warning.

Over 50 percent of the people blamed the president for this fiasco.

The State of the Union address, originally scheduled

a few weeks ago, was put on the shelf by Nancy Pelosi, speaker of the House of Representatives. She pretty much told Mr. T not to come into the house chambers with that foolishness. Her reaction was to him shutting down the federal government. The date of the address was moved back to Tuesday, Feb. 5.

However, while many of us think we are living in some difficult days, there are others who cheered his decision to close it and are now booing his decision now that it has reopened. Of course, there are some who have no shame and whose bar of humanity is at ground zero.

When the government reopened, the president made it sound as if it was of his making. Wrong! Many in his party were hearing from their constituents who were disgruntled and dissatisfied. Mr. T and his cronies had no choice.

Now, the good news is 800,000 federal workers are back at work. No more food lines to stand in, no more missed mortgage notes and car loans. Normalcy has returned, but only temporarily.

In the president’s announcement, Feb. 15 is the deadline to secure a deal regarding the border wall. If not, the government will collapse again. He said, “We have a tremendous amount of money to build a wall. In addition to that, we can declare a national emergency if this doesn’t work out.”

In my opinion, we are headed to a political showdown. Votes, not guns, will be the weapons used. Mr. T is going to use his bully pulpit for all that it’s worth. With this bloviating, where does this leave federal workers who just returned to work? Will it be back to missed paychecks and missed payments?

America, in my opinion, can’t afford another misstep.

It takes away from the brand we call the USA. Reports say we lost millions of dollars as a result of this shutdown. Our status in the world is being questioned again.

Our leaders are being criticized for incompetence and insensitivity. We can’t go through this again.

The day of reckoning is coming soon. The pied piper will be trolling the halls of Congress and the Office of the President.

Will we stay open or be closed again? That is the question.

Imagine spending nearly two decades in Jeffrey L. prison for a crime you never committed.

Boney Even worse, imagine spending 12 of those Guest years behind bars on Columnist death row.

That is the story of former Texas death row inmate Anthony Graves, whose case garnered international attention after he was wrongfully convicted of multiple homicides in 1992. Graves was sentenced to the death penalty.

Graves’ sentence was overturned in 2006. Then, after having to deal with countless legal loopholes and roadblocks, he was forced to fight and wait another four years in order to be fully exonerated and released from prison in 2010 after 18 ½ long years.

Sadly, stories of false imprisonment and wrongful conviction have impacted countless African-Americans for decades — from having to deal with the controversial and inhumane convict-leasing system, to flawed public policy that disproportionately impacts AfricanAmericans.

Graves’ case serves as but one example of the complex nuances that make up the America’s controversial criminal justice system.

In 2017, Netflix released a documentary entitled “Time: The Kalief Browder Story.” The film chronicles the tragic case of Kalief Browder, a young black teenager who spent three years of his young life in pre-trial detention and solitary confinement on New York’s Riker’s Island, without ever being convicted of a crime.

Despite denying the charges, Browder was held because he was on probation for a prior incident. On top of that, because his parents could not afford the money for bail to get him out of jail. Half of Broder’s time in jail was spent in solitary confinement, until 2013 when he was released and all charges against him were dismissed.

Two years after being released, at the age of 22, Browder committed suicide outside of his mother’s home, which led to calls for criminal justice reform in New York.

Stories and incidents like these have prompted activists from across the globe to focus on ways to help bring about comprehensive and effective criminal justice reform in the United States, which is why Graves has chosen to work with the ACLU of Texas and Texas Southern University’s Urban Research and Resource Center (TSUURRC) to launch the Anthony Graves Smart Justice Speaker’s Bureau. Graves said this program was much needed across the country.

“I travel all across the country sharing my story and no matter where I go, I hear story after story about someone who has been impacted by the criminal justice system, whether it was them or someone close to them,” said Graves. “I felt like I had to do something to give these people a voice to share their stories, which I strongly believe will empower them to help bring about changes in the criminal justice system in America.”

The Anthony Graves Smart Justice Speakers Bureau

is the only program of its kind in the nation. The program works with qualified persons to help reduce recidivism and to encourage entrepreneurship and academic development through a 12-week training program, that is taught on the Texas Southern University (TSU) campus.

The Anthony Graves Smart Justice Speakers Bureau allows formerly incarcerated people to be trained in professional public speaking and to serve as effective ambassadors related to criminal justice issues.

The program utilizes highly credentialed and experienced trainers who follow approved curriculum specific to the topic areas of criminal justice reform. The class sizes range from 5 to 10 students who are trained and pre-

Virtually every business institution in the Christopher country, financial and othG. Cox erwise, sought ways to deal with problems Guest caused by the partial shutColumnist down of the federal government.

Asked how his company handled the shutdown, Charlie Daniels, district manager for Residential Mortgage Services (RMS) in Pennsylvania, said, “You can’t be in the mortgage business any longer without being resourceful. As the shutdown approached, we took a look at all our lines of business and tried to determine how we would be impacted.”

Daniels noted that while FHA and VA mortgages remained largely unaffected, a mortgage program available through the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) ground to a halt. “The USDA program is primarily for first-time home buyers in rural areas,” he explains, “and offers mortgage loans for as little as no money down.

USDA was not accepting any conditional commitments during the shutdown, so we had a pipeline of those loans that were being held hostage.”

Another problem RMS encountered, Daniels says,

Christopher G. Cox is publisher and managing editor of realesavvy.com.

The Federal government is open. How long will that be?

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

He can be reached at ewers.jr56@yahoo.com.

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pared for speaking engagements around the country.

Students who successfully complete the program receive a certificate of achievement certifying their skills.

Selection for training is competitive. Applicants submit a 10-minute video for consideration and/or participate in a phone interview. Afterwards, candidates are then invited to a face-to-face interview.

Speakers are trained to be effective agents of change at the local, state and national levels. Speakers’ skills and time are highly valued. Trained speakers are fairly compensated consistent with speaking fees for other public policy professional engagements.

The TSU Urban Research and Resource Center chose to partner with the ACLU of Texas with a goal to help reduce mass incarceration by 50 percent. They hope to do this through researching the key drivers of incarceration and formulating policies aimed at impacting those drivers in a way that achieves the goal.

“This program trains the people who will be most influential in telling the real stories and showing the real faces of the criminal justice system,” said Marcia Johnson, TSU law professor and director of the TSU Urban Research and Resource Center. “The program helps to humanize the people within the system instead of

seeing them as numbers. It ensures that we know that these are people not to be forgotten but helped to achieve goals that benefit themselves, their families and society.”

TSU students and faculty conduct research on the issue of criminal justice reform in order to educate communities and policy makers on issues like bail reform, sentencing reform and racial disparities in the criminal justice system.

“When they tell their compelling stories, policy makers get to see the positive differences they could make,” Johnson added. “We do not have the luxury of marginalizing our fellow citizens. We must act humanely if we want to move our nation forward together.”

The Anthony Graves Smart Justice Speakers Bureau program is being administered by TSU journalism professor Serbino Sandifer-Walker, who developed the curriculum for the program.

The program focuses on a range of communication skills and training, which include: * Effective storytelling and general techniques for effective communication * Media training and how to effectively communicate with the news media and handle interviews in a variety of different formats * Delivery of impactful testimony and how to communicate before legislative bodies * How to communicate to the legal profession and engage with private attorneys, public defenders and the District Attorney’s offices * Public engagement and generating public support for criminal justice reform by speaking before a general audience The first seven participants of the Anthony Graves Smart Justice Speakers Bureau recently graduated from the inaugural program and have begun practicing what they have learned by participating in speaking engagements around the country, with one of the first speaking opportunities taking place during the Texas Legislative Session this month.

Having paid their debt to society, previously incarcerated people need and deserve the opportunity to integrate back into civilian life and become positive contributors to society. This program will help these individuals hone and perfect their communication skills, thereby maximizing the impact of their personal testimonies and experiences can have on fostering change in the criminal justice system.

For more information on the Anthony Graves Smart Justice Speakers Bureau, please visit http://urrc.tsu.edu/areas-of-focus/criminal-justicereform/tsu-anthony-graves-smart-justice-speakersbureau/.

Jeffrey Boney is a political analyst for the NNPA Newswire and BlackPressUSA.com and the associate editor for the Houston Forward Times newspaper. Jeffrey is an award-winning journalist, dynamic, international speaker, experienced entrepreneur, business development strategist and founder and CEO of the Texas Business Alliance. Follow Jeffrey on Twitter @realtalkjunkies.

Nurse-Family Partnership holds largest graduation ever

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Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP) of Forsyth County celebrated its largest graduation ever with 27 mothers and 27 toddlers last month at Forsyth Medical Center.

The program started in Forsyth County in 2012 and now has eight nurses who currently serve approximately 165 mothers.

Chastity Barr, who graduated from the program with her son Caleb,

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on one side and family members and friends on the other, all applauding their accomplishment. The mothers got framed certificates and the children received a backpacks filled with books, stuffed animal, and gift certificate, cour-

Forsyth County Public Health Director Joshua Swift speaks as the NurseFamily Partnership team looks on during a ceremony held last month at Forsyth Medical Center.

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The Forsyth County Department of Public Health program teams up public health nurses with first-time mothers to improve pregnancy out-

said that she loved her nurses. She said she appreciated all the resources and information sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gotten from the program. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a very informative

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comes, child health and development, and the economic self-sufficiency of families. NFP follows an evidence-based national model of nurses making regular home visits to mothers, starting early in their pregnancy and up to the babyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s second birthday.

program,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I got a lot of tips about being a new mom.â&#x20AC;?

Each mother and their child who completed the program proudly walked through a â&#x20AC;&#x153;tunnel of supportâ&#x20AC;? with Department of Public Health staff lined up

tesy of Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust. Public Health Director Joshua Swift personally congratulated the families at the end of the ceremony.

NFP Supervisor Christine Wanous said the mothers have accomplished more than just healthy pregnancies, with many furthering their education and getting job training to help better their families. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re so proud of our moms because theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve accomplished so much in the two and half years,â&#x20AC;? she said.

Wanous said that partners like Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center, Child Care Resource Center, Smart Start of Forsyth County, Wake Forest Baptist Healthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Downtown Health Plaza, and Newborns in Need have helped make the program a success.

NFP is for women who are having their first baby, live in Forsyth County, are early in their pregnancy, and have an income that qualifies for Medicaid or WIC benefits. For more information on the program and to find out if you can participate, call (336) 703-3185.

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As part of our continued commitment to ensuring the safety of the children of our community, the

weeks. After assessing bus routes, traffic patterns, and statistics, the decision was made to permanently change our patrol schedule.

This change allows

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Forsyth County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office (FCSO) is proud to announce its school bus safety initiative.

Community members may have noticed an increased number of FCSO patrol vehicles with blue lights activated throughout the county the last few

deputies to be present in targeted areas around schools and school bus stops throughout the county. The visibility of patrol cars, often with blue lights activated, is to remind the motoring public to slow down and be cautious. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our children are our

most valuable assets,â&#x20AC;? emphasized Sheriff Bobby F. Kimbrough Jr. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are strategic in intentionally deploying our resources to safeguard the students of our community. We are committed to protecting our children.â&#x20AC;?

The majority of automobile crashes occur due to distracted driving. In areas with students on the roadways, either crossing the roads or getting on or off buses, drivers need to be especially attentive. The presence of blue lights and patrol vehicles is intended to draw attention and cause drivers to slow down and drive with caution. This change is yet one more showing of our on-going commitment to keeping our students safe, each and every day.

Follow the FCSO on social media (GOFCSONC on Facebook and Instagram) to learn more about school bus safety and other ways in which the agency is working to serve and protect our community.

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Players forcing trades could shape future of nBa landscape

it’s that time of year where we hear all sorts of trade rumors looming around the nBa landscape. The biggest one so far this year has been the possible trade of new orleans Pelicans center, anthony Davis, to the los angeles lakers.

While that would be a blockbuster trade, the new york Knicks and the Dallas mavericks were the first teams to pull off a trade involving a star player. The Knicks traded allstar forward Kristaps Porzingis and three other players to the mavs in exchange for a package of players that includes Dennis smith Jr., two other players and two future first-round picks.

The new york/Dallas trade will more than likely be the most impactful trade before the deadline hits, but it speaks to the new trend that seems to be coming in the nBa. according to reports, Porzingis went to the Knicks front office and expressed his concerns about the direction of the franchise and informed them he wished to be traded. hours later, the Knicks granted his wish by doing just that. Porzingis is a very good player, although he is currently recovering from an aCl tear in his knee, but he is not anthony Davis. a trade for Davis would have to include much more for new orleans to deal him with over a year left on his contract.

There have been several suitors for Davis’ services. The los angeles lakers and the Boston Celtics have been the most outspoken about obtaining the services of Davis. it has been reported that the lakers have proposed at least five different trade scenarios thus far. That shows how bad the lakers really want Davis.

Basically, everyone but leBron is up for grabs. in recent years, more and more nBa players are expressing their desire to be traded to another franchise. most notably, Kyrie irving forced his way out of Cleveland a season ago by expressing his need to be the leader of a team. he got his wish also; now it looks like he may have regretted that decision, but that’s another story for another day.

Kawhi leonard, Carmelo anthony and Chris Paul are other examples of superstar players that forced their way out of town to another team.

This tactic has worked for all of those players, so i cannot blame Davis for his actions. another reason i can’t blame Davis for wanting to be traded is that owners and general managers routinely trade and release players at the drop of a hat. i am glad the players are taking some of the power away from the owners and giving it to themselves.

The Pelicans are also a terrible team this season. i am sure Davis is looking at teams such as Golden

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local business owner donates funds for hockey program in Ws/FC schools Also More Stories, Religion and Classifieds

By TimoThy Ramsey The ChRoniCle

Forsyth County students have plenty of choices for sports, such as football, basketball or baseball. since north Carolina is a southern state, there are not many outlets for

as one of the things you did during the winter time,” said marley. “it’s a wonderful way for young kids to get up off the couch, put down the video game and get back to being active again in a way that is fun and gives them good exercise.”

kids, i started thinking about what we did as kids and we got our youngest son into youth hockey.” marley noticed during his son’s time in youth hockey that one of the biggest issues surrounding hockey in the area is the lack of bodies to fill all

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for Forsyth County schools as well. “i read that article and i reached out to scott Brand of the Carolina Thunderbirds and said if i can come up with the funds, can we do this here in Winston-salem,” he said. “The question was,

Marley has donated over $50,000 to the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School system to implement a floor hockey program into their physical education curriculum, starting next fall.

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those who love the game of hockey. Dr. Dave marley and the Carolina Thunderbirds look to change that.

To bring more attention to the sport of hockey, marley has donated more than $50,000 to the Winston-salem/Forsyth County school system for a floor hockey program to be added to the physical education curriculum next fall. “it’s an exhilarating sport and it’s one that, as a northerner, is in your blood

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last week, Carver high school’s JV basketball

marley is originally from upstate new york and relocated to north Carolina in 1994. he opened his pharmacy in 2003. he says he lost his interest in hockey upon relocating to the Tar heel state, but his interest was rejuvenated when his son began playing the sport. “once i moved to north Carolina, i gave up a lot of my northern activities, whether it was skiing or hockey, and just kind of settled into southern life,” he said. “When we had

team had a non-conference matchup against salem Baptist. This was a tight game that came down to

levels of the sport.

“The challenge is, how do we get more kids interested in the game of hockey,” said marley. “The youth hockey world has done everything they could do to generate interest in the area.”

While looking at a hockey website on his phone, marley stumbled across an article about the arizona Coyotes, an nhl team, sponsoring a youth hockey program in the local schools and thought that would be a great idea

the final minutes with salem Baptist squeaking out a 65-58 victory.

could we find a way to get the hockey equipment into all K through 8 grammar schools?” according to marley, the conversation with Brand took place in early December of 2018, so they had less than a month to contact the schools, put a plan in place and come up with a curriculum. “yeah, we made the donation and we were happy to do it, but Brand and the Thunderbirds get all of the credit,” said marley. “honestly, his

organization reached out to the schools and got everyone to sign off on it. somehow it came together and starting next fall, all 60 schools will get all the equipment and the curriculum to implement this into the physical education programs.

“The whole idea is just to get a stick into the kid’s hands to run around and have a chance to put the ball in the net. We just want these kids to realize that there is another sport out here and another opportunity for them.”

Brand said when he discussed the idea with marley, his goal was to see how they could grow the game in all aspects of the community. “i just didn’t want to give away some equipment and not follow up, so we talked with the school district about implementing this curriculum,” said Brand. “The curriculum will include drills and we will supplement that with having our players come out and play a game or practice with them sometimes.

“Dave and i feel that hockey is such a tremendous game, we have to expose it to people, and we thought this was a great way to expose our game,” he continued. marley and Brand both echoed their excitement about the possibility of putting a hockey stick in every kid’s hand from kindergarten through eighth grade.

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The Winston-Salem Wolves are a semi-pro basketball team located right here in the heart of Winston-Salem. The team will kick off their inaugural season March 2 against the Rowan County Bulls.

The Wolves were formerly known as WinstonSalem Certified and decided to rebrand the franchise this season as they have a new ownership group. The team will play their home games at Forsyth Country Day School and their home opener is on March 9.

“Recently some revamping has been done with the East Coast Basketball League and they reached out to Marcus (Shockley) because he knew a lot of the teams and players and asked if he would be interested in taking over the team,” said team co-owner Kishon Bishop. “So, around the beginning of December, he decided that was something he wanted to do, and he reached out to me.

“With me having a pulse on basketball in the area and also organizing events, he wanted me to be involved to help him out. It was something that I definitely was interested in because I think this is something that the community is going to embrace.”

Bishop says both he and Shockley looked at other local teams such as the Dash and Thunderbirds

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State, Philadelphia, Boston, Houston and Denver and knows he needs to be on a team like that to compete for a championship.

and wanted to bring that same energy from a basketball perspective. Their goal is to have the Wolves fill a basketball void in the city, much like the Swarm did for Greensboro, but on a smaller level.

“We want to have a small community feel, in contrast to the big teams like the Hornets or Hurricanes, because you are one of many when you go to a big pro event,” Bishop continued. “We want to bring the entertainment with that too, because at the end of the day, we want to make sure that experience is great for every fan.”

The Wolves have several players that are holdovers from the previous Certified team. Bishop says there is so much talent in the area, they wanted to give as many players as possible a chance to enhance the team and give them a fresh start, so to speak.

“We have a really deep pool of talented individuals that have either played high school or college basketball in the Triad or elsewhere, that tried to play professional basketball overseas, but realized they did not want to live overseas,” he said. “Overseas doesn’t give them what they hoped to have, or the NBA or G-League avenue did not open up for them, but they still wanted to play basketball at high level and we thought this was the The Pelicans do not have to trade Davis anytime soon, but they should hold out to get the best deal possible. The Celtics have the best trade pieces available, but can’t trade for Davis right now because of a league rule. He is under contract until the summer

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The Wolves are looking to bring in the best talent the Triad has to offer.

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perfect situation for them to do that here.”

Shockley said their focus is obtaining the best players to fit the style of the league. He says the East Coast Basketball League is a running league, so they must find the right players to play in that manner.

“This league is very high paced with a lot of high scoring and defensively we have to get better also,” said Shockley. “We are looking for guys that can get in shape and are committed. It’s not really a big-man league, so we need guys who can run.”

The team has high expectations for their first season under the rebranding. The Certified were a playoff team a season ago, so Shockley and Bishop just want to build upon that success.

“We already had a strong base and we are hoping to challenge the top teams right away,” Shockley went on to say.

“Our expectations are to be a playoff team this year.

“Our goal is to repre-

of 2020, so the Pelicans have a little time.

We will have to wait and see where Davis will eventually land. Until then, we will just have to speculate about where he will end up. My bet is in La La Land wearing the purple and gold.

sent the city of WinstonSalem the best we can. We want to be a part of the community and we have partnered with groups in the community like the YMCA. We feel like we can represent the city and the Triad in a way that maybe it wasn’t represented before.”

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By the end of this lesson, we will *Discover the value of worshipping God in the Temple. *Consider how God's steadfast love is present in our lives. *identify ways to individually and collectively celebrate God's love in worship.

Background: psalm 48 is categorized as one of the Zion Songs. The Zion Songs include psalms 46, 76, 84, 87 and 122. They celebrate the glory of Mt. Zion and God as King of israel. The theme of the songs go far beyond Mt. Zion and celebrate God as â&#x20AC;&#x153;a great King over all the earth.â&#x20AC;&#x153; (psalm 47:2). Mt. Zion is compared to Zaphon, the dwelling place of gods in mythology.

Lesson: The psalmist begins by expressing the praises of God and his city, Jerusalem. The people of the city acknowledge God as unchanging in his mercy, grace, love and his judgement. God himself has always been the King of Kings, but even more he is the God of all so-called gods. our writer also says Zion is a great fortress and is flanked â&#x20AC;&#x153;the city of David.â&#x20AC;? God's indwelling of Mt. Zion makes it a safe place for worship, praise and comfort from the outside world of temptation, defeat and powerlessness (Verses 1-3). our righteous God is acknowledged more in verses 9-11. God's steadfast love, his power and actions toward his people are in the minds and thoughts of israel. praise and worship can take place anywhere, but God has decreed in 2 Chronicles 7:16 and 1 Kings 9:3 that the Temple is where his name will dwell perpetually. his name will be praised all over the world. God deserves all the praise, glory and honor simply because he is God. he is flawless, perfect and without sin. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thy right hand is full of righteousness.â&#x20AC;&#x153; (Verse 10). in Jewish teachings, the right hand is the hand of blessing â&#x20AC;Ś in reference here are the blessings of victory and safety. Verse 11 shows that God's people understand that his judgements are indicative of his love.

God is our eternal God. Verses 12-14 are a call to israel to take good note of Zion, â&#x20AC;&#x153; the joy of the whole earth.â&#x20AC;? They are to focus on what God has done, where he is working, and the coming victor, so that the divine deliverance can be reported to future generations who should be in awe of God's greatness and magnitude. (The UMi annual Commentary 2018-2019, Standard lesson Commentary, the Macarthur Study Bible and the oxford Bible Commentary).

For Your Consideration: Can you recall what your parents or grandparents shared with you about the greatness and glory of God? What will you share with your children?

Application: What is the role of the church in ensuring the collective voice of worship stays strong? To fully appreciate or comprehend all that God desires for us, we must recognize his power and trust his promises. This can happen through a daily quiet time of worship, confession, supplication and obedience. authentic corporate worship comes from a heart of private worship as we begin to cultivate a heart and space for worship in our daily schedule. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Draw near to God and he will draw near to you.â&#x20AC;? (James 4:8).

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Feb. 9 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Grief Careâ&#x20AC;?

St. paul United Methodist Church sponsors â&#x20AC;&#x153;Grief Careâ&#x20AC;?, a support group for persons experiencing grief due to the death of someone close to them. Sessions are free, each is self-contained, which means one does not have to attend the sessions in sequence. iS ThiS norMal? is the topic on Saturday, Feb. 9 at 10 a.m. at St. paul United Methodist Church â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2400 Dellabrook road.

For additional information, call (336) 723-4531 or (336) 722-5517.

Feb. 9 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Colors of Artâ&#x20AC;?

United Cornerstone Missionary Baptist Church Working Faith Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ministry will be hosting Colors of art on Sunday Feb. 10 at 4 p.m. This event features instrumental and vocal performances, dance, storytelling, arts, artwork and more. Come enjoy an evening that embraces the arts. The church is located at 2745 patria St. rev. Dr. C. anthony Jones, Jr. is host pastor.

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Faith Webber sang on some of the biggest stages as a member of the University Choir at Winston-Salem State University. after Webber passed away in a car accident in august, Singing rams alumni rallied to keep her memory alive. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Faith belonged to a class of Singing rams that literally helped save my life in September 2014,â&#x20AC;? said Maestra Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Walla SimmonsBurke. â&#x20AC;&#x153; i suffered a serious double concussion from a fall in the choir classroom during class, and i was told by my doctors that because of the quick response of the class, my life was spared.â&#x20AC;?

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gramming the 2014 holiday concert. a video from the concert was voted â&#x20AC;&#x153;Video of the Monthâ&#x20AC;? by Santa Barbara Music publishing. â&#x20AC;&#x153;i looked for ways to honor the work Faith Webber did as a Singing ram,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Simultaneously, her peers were also thinking of something and a conversation pursued about what we could do to honor her.â&#x20AC;?

During Webberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time at WSSU, the choir traveled to South africa, recorded a promotional CD for the publishing company Walton Music, and appeared at Carnegie hall. after receiving approval from Webberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s family, an alumni scholarship that supports choir members was renamed in honor of Webber. The news was announced at the University Choirâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual holiday Concert on Dec. 2.

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The late Faith Webber sings with WSSU chior in 2017 Webber, announced a Benefit Concert $1,000 donation. alumni The inaugural Faith C. and guests at the concert Webber Memorial also donated an additional Scholarship Fund Musical $1,165.

Concert will be held at 3 Webber, 24, a social p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 10, at worker with Cleveland Malcolm Brown County Department of Auditorium at Shelby High Social Services (DSS), was School in Webber's homeon her way to a home visit town of Shelby. The concert when the accident occurred. will include a mass choir She had started work with featuring WSSUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Singing the DSS in april.

Rams, Singing Rams alumThose who would like ni, and Kenya Houze and to support the Faith C. the Greater Community Webber alumni Choir Choir. The concert is free, Scholarship can also donate but donations will be online. accepted.

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2019 marked a new beginning for the congregation of First Christian Church of WinstonSalem. Â David harrison Jr. has been welcomed as the new senior pastor of the church. harrison is not new to the church, as he has been around the congregation for several years directing the food pantry. So when the opportunity came open, he decided to give it a shot. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They had an interim pastor during those years i was running the pantry, but seeing how alive this church was and the love i felt when i came here and seeing how much they concentrated on community work, the more time went by, the more i really starting thinking this would be a great place to be,â&#x20AC;? said harrison. â&#x20AC;&#x153;last year they opened up the pastor search and i prayed about it because i was non-denominational and coming to a Disciples of Christ church, it was a change.â&#x20AC;?

Through his non-profit work with the food pantry, harrison was able to meet many individuals of the faith prior to taking over as senior pastor of First Christian. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The more i thought about the principles and the theology of what we do, the more i realized this is where i need to be. â&#x20AC;&#x153;i put in the application, interviewed quite a bit, and here i am. it has really been a miraculous ride and i could not be hap-

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Feb. 16 Benefit Gospel concert new Gospel Tabernacle holiness Church of Winston-Salem, a beacon of light and a pillar of hope for countless hundreds down through the years, was burnt to the ground last april. Travest hunter Global Ministries, llC and pixel pushas are partnering to host a Benefit Gospel Concert â&#x20AC;&#x153;Music in the Village.â&#x20AC;? The concert is slated for Saturday, Feb. 16 at 4 p.m., and will be held at Second Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, 1751 new Walkertown road.

Mar. 9 Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day luncheon The Triad chapter of the national organization for Women (noW) will host its first luncheon to celebrate international Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day on Saturday, March 9 at noon, at parkway United Church of Christ, 1465 irving St. in Winston-Salem. Tickets are $25 and are available online at eventbrite or from an officer of the organization.

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

Emergency food give-away Christ Kingdom Building Worship Center, 3894 northhampton Drive, in partnership with Second harvest Food Bank of northwest north Carolina, provides to the community at large an emergency Food assistance program on Tuesdays (2 p.m.); Wednesdays (4:30 p.m.); first and third Saturdays (10 a.m. to noon); and second and fourth Saturdays (8 to 10 a.m.).

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pier about the church, especially since what this church has meant to the community over the years.”

The hiring of harrison holds that much more importance because he is the first African-American to hold the post as senior pastor of this church in its 129-year history.

The congregation is primarily Caucasian.

“We are a church that is passionate about our work,” he says. “i think me being the pastor here is a reflection of this church and what we believe. There is a pride in being the first African-American pastor, but i am a humble person and it’s really all about God.” “i think this just reflects that we are open to continue to grow, continue to change and continue to respond to the needs of the community. i take great pride in this, but it’s more about how many lives can we touch, change and impact.” harrison said he was somewhat apprehensive about the move to a denominational church, but once he did his research, he began to realize and see the love of God in the church and all of the apprehension went away. “i felt like i was a part of this community and this community means everything to me,” he said. “To find a church that has put a stake in the ground for so many years, it was an amazing thing.”

FCSo announces historical promotion SPeCiAl To The ChroniCle

The Forsyth County Sheriff’s office (FCSo) is proud to announce the promotion of Debra Chenault to the rank of captain. Captain Chenault is the first AfricanAmerican female to be promoted to the rank of captain in the 170-year history of the FCSo. She will serve as the Detention Security Services B/D Team Division Commander. “it is humbling and exciting to make history in this beautiful community. i am honored to serve alongside the men and women of the FCSo. They work hard day-in

as a Detention officer.

Working in various assignments throughout the Security Services Division, the operational Services Division, and the Training office, Chenault was promoted through the detention ranks as a corporal, sergeant, and lieutenant before achieving the rank of captain.

Captain Chenault has been a certified Criminal Justice instructor for over 23 years, serving as the FCSo Detention officer Certification Course school director, instructor, and a nCAWAre instructor. She served the FCSo in various additional capacities, including as an active participant on the

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living beyond the walls of the church is one of the major focus points for harrison, he said. “My main goal is to make sure we are out in the community making change, tangible change,” he said.

Since taking over as senior pastor, harrison has received nothing but positive responses from his congregation. “We are a church that has been here for some time and i feel like we have deep roots to this town, and i feel like there is still more work for us to do and more lives for us to change.”

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My afro well my afro does grow with my roots deep all the way back to Africa where my Ancestors used to dance and sing their tribe song.

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Captain Debra Chenault and day-out for the people of our community,” Captain Chenault shared.

“This is not just about being the first AfricanAmerican captain, but it is about the opportunity to touch lives - The lives of our staff members, and the lives of those in our custody at the (Forsyth County law enforcement) Detention Center. ThAT is what i am excited about!”

Chenault, a native of Winston-Salem, graduated from east Forsyth high School before earning her bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from GardnerWebb University and master’s degree in criminal justice from the University of Cincinnati.

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FCSo incident review Board, CAleA committee, and the Detention recruitment Team, earning multiple letters of recommendation throughout her career.

Sheriff Bobby F. Kimbrough, Jr. comments, “We made this promotion not on the basis of ethnicity, but on the basis of accountability, capabilities, and intellect. Captain Chenault has an expansive career and has earned many accolades here at the Sheriff’s office. The agency was founded in 1849 and this is a noteworthy occasion in its history. Captain Chenault’s promotion is a hardearned and well-deserved accomplishment, and one that is only enhanced by its historical significance.”

On Feb. 8, 1944, Harry S. McAlpin was the first African-American journalist admitted to a White house press conference.

On Feb. 9, 1995, Bernard Harris becomes the first African-American to walk in space.

On Feb. 11, 1990, Nelson Mandela was released from a prison after spending 27 years as a political prisoner of the racist South African government.

Mandela would become the country's first black president 4 years later in 1994.

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Month of February Black History Month “Jeopardy” To celebrate Black history Month, the historic resources Commission staff has put together a “Jeopardy”-style game about significant AfricanAmerican places in Winston-Salem. each Monday and Wednesday during February, an “answer” will be posted on the city’s Facebook page.

The first person to comment with the correct “question” will receive a copy of “Winston-Salem’s Architectural heritage,” an 808-page compendium on historically significant buildings and neighborhoods in Winston-Salem, including more than 900 documentary and current images. For more information call Citylink 311.

Month of February Exhibits in February, the north Carolina Museum of history will celebrate diversity and African-American culture and history with new exhibits. Come and learn about the profound impact that African-Americans have had on north Carolina history. Programs are Free unless otherwise noted. Weekend parking is free.

For program and exhibit details, see https://www.ncmuseumofhistory.org.

TODAY, Feb. 7 Ron Stallworth to speak at WFU ron Stallworth, the first black detective in the Colorado Springs Police Department whose memoir inspired Spike lee’s blockbuster film BlacKkKlansman, will deliver the Black history Month keynote address at Wake Forest University.

Stallworth will speak in Wait Chapel on Thursday, Feb. 7 at 6 p.m. as part of the Journeys to Success speaker series sponsored by the WFU intercultural Center and Student Union. The event is free and open to the public. A book signing will follow his address. registration is required at http://wfubhm2019.eventbrite.com.

Feb. 8 Painting for kids Kids will be able to paint Adinkra symbols from Ghana. each child will receive two 4x6 inch tile canvases at the Brown & Douglas neighborhood Center on Feb. 8 at 6 p.m. The event is free and seating is limited (10 kids max. / first come first serve).

Feb. 9 Showcase The human relations Commission will hold its seventh annual “Showcase of Song: An AfricanAmerican Cultural Celebration,” Saturday, Feb. 9, at 12:30 p.m. in the Carver high School auditorium, 3545 Carver School road. The event will include secular and non-secular musical performances that illustrate the link between the African culture and modernday African-American culture.

Feb. 12 “The Majestic 3” The Winston-Salem Black Chamber of Commerce cordially invites you to join us on Tuesday, Feb. 12 at 6:30 p.m. as we celebrate Black history Month: The Majestic 3. hear from local multi-million dollar generators in our community and learn their keys to success. The event will be held at the enterprise Center, 1922 MlK Jr. Drive.

Feb. 21 Poetry Slam Persons in the community, along with recreation center attendees, will be able to participate and enjoy an evening of poetry on Feb. 21 at the Sprague Street Community Center. This event is free and will begin at 7 p.m.

Feb. 21 Black History explosion Citizens can enjoy a night of African dance, drumming, poetry, food and music on Feb. 21 at the Salem lake Marina beginning at 7 p.m. Attendees are welcomed to dress in attire befitting to the event.

Feb. 24 “Run No More” nC Black repertory Company presents a staged reading of “run no More,” written by harold ellis Clark, on Feb. 24 from 2-5 p.m. The event is free and will be held at SeCCA, 750 Marguerite Drive.

Feb. 24 Coloring and essay contests The Police and Fire departments will honor select retirees, and recreation and Parks will recognize the winners of its Black history Month coloring and essay contests, during the 6th annual Public Safety Black history Month Celebration on Sunday, Feb. 24. The celebration will be held at 3 p.m. at Galilee Missionary Baptist Church, 4129 northampton Drive.

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NOW – Feb. 15 – Writing Contest The CDS Documentary Essay Prize will host a writing contest.

Submissions can be made until Feb. 15. To enter the contest or for more info, see https://documentarystudies.duke.edu/awards/do cumentary-essayprize/how-to-enter NOW – May 16 – P a r e n t Academy/Community Institute Do you need to get your GED? Do you need an introduction to computers? Do you need to learn English as a second language or to learn conversational Spanish? Carver High School, 3545 Carver School Road, is sponsoring a Parent Academy/Community Institute in partnership with Forsyth Technical Community College every Tuesday and Thursday starting Nov. 8 until May 16, 2019 from 5:45 - 8:45 p.m.

Free childcare will be provided. All of these benefits are free. For more information contact Mr. Javier Correa-Vega at (336) 727-2987, ext.

33048.

TODAY, Feb. 7 – Movie/Speaker series Temple Emanuel’s Environmental Movement (TEEM) will host an installment of its movie/speaker series on Feb. 7 at 7 p.m. This month’s Environmental Movie/Speaker Series will be the film “Paris to Pittsburgh: The Climate for Change is Now.” The event is free and will be held at 201 Oakwood Drive.

Feb. 8 – First Draft Friday First Draft Friday with NC Writers' Network will be on Friday, February 8 at 7 p.m. at Bookmarks, 634 W. Fourth St. Bring your in-progress writing and join in for this fun communal event. This month’s featured writer is North Carolina poet and author Joseph Mills.

Feb. 8 – Free Film Screening Seven short films by students at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts will be offered at the Winter Film Screening at 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 8 in Main Theatre of the ACE Exhibition Complex on the campus at 1533 South Main St. The 90-minute screening is free and open to the public.

Feb. 9 – Food Drive Young readers ages 07, join us for special, social justice-themed stories and a food drive!

Bring non-perishable items that will be donated to the overflow homeless shelter. The event will be held Feb. 9 at 10:30 a.m. at Bookmarks, 634 W. Fourth St.

Feb. 9 – Annual Seed Swap The 8th Annual Seed Swap at Old Salem Museums & Gardens, now known as Sown & Grown, will be held on Saturday, Feb. 9 in the Old Salem Visitor Center at 900 Old Salem Road in WinstonSalem from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This fundraiser is

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free and open to the public. A suggested donation of $5 is encouraged to help support the mission-centric work of the horticulture division at Old Salem.

Feb. 9 – Brunch with Marc Morial Have brunch with Marc Morial, CEO of National Urban League.

This event will be held on Feb. 9 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the home of James Perry & Melissa Harris-Perry, 514 West Banner Ave., WinstonSalem. Tickets are only $40 but space is limited, so purchase tickets today.

Purchase tickets at https://www.eventbrite.co m. Members receive a 15% discount. Log in to your membership page for your discount code (email membership@wsurban.or g if you have difficulties).

Feb. 9 – Community gaming event HanesBrands, is set to host its first community gaming event from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 9, at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, located at 5790 University Parkway, Winston-Salem. Proceeds from the event will benefit United Way of Forsyth County. The event will feature Fortnite and Smash Ultimate tournaments, a free play area that includes virtual reality, board games and a variety of other games. Entry fees include: $20 entry fee ($10 for children ages 8 and under), $10 tournament fee per player.

Tournament participants must also pay the $20 entry fee, with the first 64 players who register to be booked into the tournament. Registration begins at 10 a.m.

Feb. 9 - 10 – Movable Feast Bookmarks and Salemtowne Retirement Community will host the seventh annual Movable Feast events on February 9 and 10 at Bookmarks (634 W. Fourth St. #110) and at Footnote Coffee & Cocktails (634 W. Fourth St. #120). These events are an opportunity for guests to enjoy food, drinks, and conversation with 18 bestselling and award-winning authors.

Tickets are $60/person or $450 for a table of eight (plus tax and fees). You may get tickets by calling Brown Paper Tickets at 1-800-838-3006 or by visiting Bookmarks’ w e b s i t e (bookmarksnc.org).

Doors will open at 6 p.m.

Feb. 10 – Valentine’s dance and concert Join the Greensboro Big Band, under the direction of Mike Day, as they present their annual Valentine's Dance and Concert on Sunday, February 10 at 3 p.m. The concert and dance will take place at Berry Hall on the campus of Canterbury School, 5400 Old Lake Jeanette Road. Admission is free, but donations are accepted. For more information, contact The Music Center at (336) 373-2549.

Feb. 10 – Winter Wonderland Winston-SalemExperiment in SelfReliance (ESR) will host a

Winter Wonderland at the Innovation Quarter in Winston-Salem on Sunday, February 10 from 4-7:30 pm. For more information on ESR’s services, the Louise G. Wilson Legacy Society, or to participate in this event, visit the ESR website at www.eisr.org or call (336) 722-9400. cle

Feb. 10 – Prayer cir-

Join the prayer circle for police officers and other first responder personnel. The event will be held on Feb. 10 from 3-4 p.m. at 725 N. Cherry St. (Rain or shine; cancelled if snow or ice.)

Feb. 13 – Crime prevention and personal safety class There will be a crime prevention and personal safety class on Feb. 13 from 1-2:30 p.m.

The class will be presented by the Winston-Salem Police Department. To register, call (336) 765-8854 ext.

135 or visit https://www.vistashare.co m/ot2/ssview/intake/078e 4484a01511e5846a24b6fd f55558/. This event is open to the public.

Feb. 13 – Teen Advisory Council There will be a teen advisory council held for students ages 14 and up on Feb. 13 at 6 p.m. at Bookmarks, 634 W. Fourth St. Teens can discuss their favorite YA (young adult) reads, meet authors, and help plan YA author events.

Feb. 14 – “Big Bands Are For Lovers” concert The Camel City Jazz Orchestra will host an evening of fine dining and dancing to the classic sounds of big band music on Thursday, Feb. 14 at the Millennium Center.

Individuals and couples are welcome. Admission is $75 per person. The reception begins at 6:30 p.m. Registrants can select a table for two, reserve a larger table for a group, or join a community table.

Tickets must be purchased in advance; sales will end on Thursday, Feb. 7. For more information and to purchase tickets, go to camelcityjazz.org.

Feb. 14-23 – 40+ Stage Company presents “Love Letters” 40+Stage Company will present “Love Letters,” A.R. Gurney’s acclaimed play, opening Feb. 14 and running through Feb. 23 at SECCA, 750 Marguerite Drive. Performances will be held Feb. 14, 15, 17, 21 and 22 at 7:30 p.m., and Feb. 16, 17 and 23 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for seniors, $12 for students, and are available at the Arts Council box office by calling (336) 747-1414 or online at www.rhodesartcenter.org. NOTE: All tickets for the Feb. 14 Valentine’s Day performance are $15.

Feb. 15-17 – Triad Home and Garden Show The Original Triad Home and Garden Show (THGS) runs February 15, 16 & 17 at the WinstonSalem Fairgrounds – Education Building and is sponsored by Bloomday

Granite & Marble. Tickets Information: $8.00 at the door. Free parking is conveniently located at Gate 5 on Deacon Boulevard, handicap accessible Feb. 16 – Evening with Ricky Skaggs Join the WinstonSalem Symphony for a special one-night only performance with 15-time GRAMMY® winner and music legend Ricky Skaggs on Saturday, Feb 16 at 7:30 p.m.

Feb. 16 – Black History story time There will be a special story time in honor of Black History Month on Feb. 16 beginning at 10:30 a.m. at Bookmarks, 634 W. Fourth St. Young readers ages 0-7, can join us for special stories commemorating Black History Month. Learn about historical figures including authors and activists.

Feb. 17 – Writer’s group monthly meeting Murder We Write, the Triad Chapter of the International Sisters In Crime writer's group, presents “Due Process: Crime Scene Reconstruction” at its monthly meeting on Sunday, Feb. 17, from 2-4 p.m. at the High Point Public Library, 901 N. Main St. For more information, visit http://MurderWeWriter.or g.

Feb. 19 – Movie and discussion Temple Emanuel’s Environmental Movement (TEEM), 201 Oakwood Drive, will present the film, “Eating You Alive,” for a movie and discussion session on Tuesday, Feb. 19 from 7-9 p.m. For more info, contact Gayle Tuch at (336) 407-2767 or gayle@ggtuchlaw.com.

Feb. 19 – Open house Forsyth County Democratic Women “Just Dessert”: Open House with desserts for Democratic Women to give input on issues important to our community and connect with others. The event will be held on Feb. 19 at 6:30 p.m. at 1128 Burke St. See www.fcdpnc.org/democratic-women.html for information.

Feb. 20 – Lunch & Learn Forsyth County Democratic Women Lunch & Learn will be Feb. 20 at 12:30 p.m.

Bring your lunch and share ideas on issues important to our community and connect with others. The address is 1128 Burke St. See www.fcdpnc.org/democraticwomen.html for information.

Feb. 20 – Medicare workshop The Shepherd’s Center of Greater Winston-Salem is offering a workshop for individuals turning 65 (as well as those who already have Medicare). The session will be held on Monday, Feb. 25 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. at the Southside Branch Library, 3185 Buchanan St. The session is provided at no cost. Because space is limited, reservations are required.

Contact the Shepherd’s Center at (336)

748-0217 for more information or to reserve a seat.

Feb. 26 – April 2 – Powerful Tools for Caregivers course Registration is now underway for Powerful Tools for Caregivers, a 6week course for anyone caring for a loved one who is frail or ill. Classes will take place on Tuesdays, February 26-April 2, 4-6 p.m., at Arbor Ridge at Stanleyville, 350 Arbor View Lane, WinstonSalem. There is no charge, but donations are accepted.

Registration is required. To register or get information, call Linda Lewis at (336) 748-0217.

March 1 – Grant funding deadline The North Carolina Arts Council’s 2019 grant guidelines for organizations are now available at www.NCArts.org.

The deadline for submitting applications is Friday, March 1. Information about grants for organizations is available at the Arts Council website, https://www.ncarts.org/res ources/grants/grants-organizations. The grant application deadline is Friday, March 1 and all applications must be completed electronically through the online portal at https://www.ncarts.org/res ources/grants/grants-organizations.

March 2 – Mac & Cheese Cook Off The Big Sip Beverage Festival will host a Mac & Cheese cook off on March 2 from 1 - 6 p.m. at the Millennium Center – downtown WinstonSalem. Tickets start at $30.

Visit www.BigSipFest.com for more details and a list of restaurants.

March 3 & 5 – WS Symphony conductors’ ‘American Idol’ The Winston-Salem Symphony’s 2018–2019 season promises to be thrilling as five brilliant conductors vie for the role of Music Director. Under the baton of Jackson, the concerts will take place on Sunday, March 3 at 3 p.m. and Tuesday, March 5 at 7:30 p.m. at the Stevens Center of the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, 405 West Fourth Street in downtown Winston-Salem. Tickets begin at $20 and are available in advance by calling the Symphony Box Office at (336) 464-0145 or online at WSsymphony.org.

March 4 – Cereal Drive In recognition of National Nutrition Month, Crisis Control Ministry will hold its 19th annual “Wee Care! Cereal Drive” from March 4-29.

Elementary schools, preschools and day care centers throughout Forsyth County will collect cereal to be distributed at the Crisis Control Client Choice Food Pantries in Winston-Salem and K e r n e r s v i l l e .

Participating schools and centers will have collection bins available from March 4-29. For more information or to participate in the Wee Care!

Cereal Drive, please contact Tricia Murphy at

Crisis Control at (336) 770-1621.

March 8 – Application deadline Applications will be accepted for the 2019 Library of Congress Literacy Awards until March 8. The awards are made possible through the generosity of philanthropist David M. Rubenstein.

The application rules and a downloadable application form may be accessed at read.gov/literacyawards.

Applications must be received no later than midnight Eastern Time on March 8, 2019.

March 23 – Habitat Hammerbird 5K and Fun Run Habitat for Humanity of Forsyth County will host its Hammerbird 5K and One Mile Fun Run on March 23.

Activities begin at 8:30 a.m. at Kimberley Park Elementary School, 1701 N. Cherry St. Go to h t t p s : / / w w w. h a b i t a t forsyth.org/hammerbird/ to sign up.

March 30 – Urban League Gala The Winston-Salem Urban League is grateful for your support of the Whitney M. Young Gala originally scheduled for Oct. 27 will be held on March 30 at 6 p.m. at BioTech Place, 575 Patterson Ave. If you already purchased tickets for the original date (October 27), your purchase will carry over to the new date, so there is no need to re-purchase a ticket. If however, you would like to seek a refund, please contact Kenneth P e t t i g r e w (kpettigrew@wsurban.org ).

Ongoing

NOW – Volunteers needed R e a d • Wr i t e • S p e l l needs volunteers to serve as tutors to public school students and to help with Reading Parties. There will be a 7-day Tutor Training class this winter starting Jan. 24, 2019. For more information or to register, email emily@readws.org or call (336) 723-4391 ext. 1509.

Every 1st & 3rd Tuesday – Pinochle fun and fellowship Pinochle sessions will be held on 1st and 3rd Tuesday from 10 a.m.12:30 p.m. at Sims Recreation Center, 1201 Alder St. Persons wanting to learn the game are welcome and can call ahead to get a guideline sheet. Call Maurice Johnson at (336) 815-8417 or the center at (336) 727-2837 for more information.

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Sealed single prime bids will be received by the Surry County Board of Education, 209 N. Crutchfield Street, Dobson, NC 27017 in the Board Room up to 3:00pm on March 5, 2019 and immediately thereafter publicly opened and read for the furnishing of labor, material and equipment entering into the construction of: Dobson Elem. School-312 Renovations and Additions 400 W. Atkins Street Dobson, NC 27017 Frankling Elem. School-324 Renovations and Additions 519 South Franklin Rd. Mount Airy, NC 27030

Mountain Park Elem. School-332 Renovations and Additions 505 Mountain Park Road State Road, NC 28676

The project consists of renovations and additions to Dobson, Franklin and Mountain Park Elementary Schools and is further described as follows: Work at each school includes but is not limited to partial or full replacement of HVAC, controls, plumbing, electrical, roofing, windows, floors, ceilings, door hardware, interior finishes, data, fire alarm, intercom, TV and security systems as required to complete the additions and/or renovations. Further, relocation of existing utilities and site work necessary for staff, student and/or parent parking, pickup/drop-off and amenities is included.

Dobson Elementary School: Additions include a two-story classroom wing addition, expanded kitchen and enclosed connector to gym. Renovations include existing classroom wing, kitchen, cafeteria and gym including all interior finishes, new doors and frames. New construction is loadbearing masonry with steel roof framing and standing seam metal roof and single-ply membrane roofing. An elevator and new kitchen equipment will be included.

Franklin Elementary School: Additions will include an enclosed two-story stair, group toilets and elevator. Renovations include existing classroom wing, kitchen, cafeteria and gym including all interior finishes, new doors and frames. New construction is load-bearing masonry with steel roof framing and single-ply membrane roofing.

Mountain Park Elementary School: Additions include a new classroom wing, media center, kitchen expansion and enclosed connectors to gym and cafeteria. Renovations include existing classroom wing, kitchen, cafeteria and gym including all interior finishes, new doors and frames. New construction is load-bearing masonry with steel roof framing and standing seam metal roof and single-ply membrane roofing.

The work at all three schools shall be phased to keep each school in operation. Phased demolition not containing hazardous materials shall be a part of this work scope. Demolition of existing buildings and demolition design of materials and components containing regulated hazardous material removal will be performed by others not a part of this scope of work.

Bids will be received for Single Prime Contracts only for all three schools combined. All proposals shall be lump sum.

A pre-bid meeting will be held at 1:00 pm in the Dobson Elementary School Cafeteria for all interested bidders and vendors on February 20, 2019.

Project specific questions, bidding procedures, preferred brand alternates, performance specifications and HUB information will be addressed for this project.

In accordance with GS133-3 and SCO procedures the following items are being considered by the Owner for this project: A. Sargent mortise locks, cylinders and exit devices; Schlage cylinders; LCN closers; and Alarm Lock card readers.

B. Seimans Fire Alarm C. Alerton Controls D. Specific Kitchen Equipment E. Audio-Visual entry access system by Aiphone Corporation.

BID DOCUMENTS: Complete Bid Documents (plans, specifications and contract documents) will be available after February 7, 2019 through the Architect’s ShareFile distribution website.

Wendy Long, at Walter Robbs, will coordinate access to ShareFile for all official bidders and will keep a list of current GC Bidders. All interested licensed North Carolina General Contractors wishing to access ShareFile shall contact Wendy Long at Walter Robbs 336-725-1371. The Architect will ask you to fill out a bidder information form (company name and NC license number, business address, contact person, phone number and email address) which will put you on the Bidders List. Once the form is completed you will be given access to the Architect’s ShareFile website for plans and specifications.

Subcontractors and vendors can obtain Bid Documents through General Contractors on the bidders list. Bid Documents will also be available through the following Plan Rooms: The Hispanic Contractors Association of the Carolinas (HCAC) and Carolina AGC through www.iSqFt.com, Dodge Data & Analytics, Construction Journal and Sharpe Images (Winston-Salem).

Hard copies of the Plans and specifications may be purchased (non-refundable) directly from the Sharpe Images Inc. Winston Salem, NC. Questions should be directed to the Architect, Wesley Curtis.

Bidders shall use complete sets of Bidding Documents in preparing bids. Neither the Owner nor Architect assumes responsibility for errors or misinterpretations resulting from the use of incomplete sets of Bidding Documents.

All contractors are hereby notified that they must have proper license as required under the state laws governing their respective trades.

NOTE: The bidder shall identify on the bid proposal any minority business participation to be used on the project. Forms are included within the Proposal Form in the bid documents. Failure to complete these forms is grounds for rejection of the bid. (GS143-128.2c Effective 1/1/2002.)

Each proposal shall be accompanied by a cash deposit or a certified check drawn on a bank or trust company, insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, of an amount equal to but not less than five percent (5%) of the proposal, or in lieu thereof a bidder may offer a bid bond of five percent (5%) of the bid executed by a surety company licensed under the laws of North Carolina to execute the contract in accordance with the bid bond. Said deposit shall be retained by the owner as liquidated damages in event of failure of the successful bidder to execute the contract within ten days after the award or to give satisfactory surety as required by law.

A performance bond and a payment bond will be required for one hundred percent (100%) of the contract price.

Payment will be made based on nintyfive percent (95%) of monthly estimates and final payment made upon completion and acceptance of work.

No bid may be withdrawn after the scheduled closing time for the receipt of bids for a period of 60 days.

The owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive informalities.

Designer: Walter Robs Callahan & Pierce Architects, PA 530 North Trade Street, Suite 301 Winston-Salem, NC 27101 Surry County Schools Board of Education Dr. Travis L Reeves, Superintendet The Chronicle February 7, 2019

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

The Haven Redevelopment Group, Inc, a 501 C3 based in North Carolina will receive bids for the Rehabilitation construction project Greensboro Veterans Housing located at 1322 Bothwell Street, Greensboro NC until 5:00pm Eastern Standard Time on February 22, 2019 at 900 Old Winston Road, Suite 108, Kernersville, North Carolina 27284, at which time and place all bids will be publicly opened and read aloud.

A pre-bid conference and site visit will be held at 10:00 A.M., February 8, 2019 starting at Kindred Hospital, Conference room located at 2401 South Side Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27406 followed by a site visit to the property.

A complete package including the proposed Contract, General Condition, Supplementary Conditions and Specifications will be available on February 1, 2019 for prospective bidders online at the following website: https://www.HRG-NC.org. Contact HRG at 336-608-9586 if you need assistance accessing the specifications.

The bid opening will be accessible to individuals with handicaps. Individuals having special requirements should contact HRG at (336)-608-9586 no later than 48 hours prior to the established pre-bid conference date.

The bidder’s attention is called to the section 3 HUD Act of 1968, as amended by the Housing and Community Development Act of 1992, and the requirements for a Section 3 Affirmative Action Plan; and the Standard Federal Equal Employment Contract Specifications set forth in the Notice Requirements for Affirmative Action to Ensure Equal Employment Opportunity, Executive order 11246. The Bidder share also comply with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended. Certifications shall be submitted by the Bidder evidencing understanding and compliance with the above named requirements. Payment of not less than the minimum salaries and wages set forth in the Specifications must be paid on this project.

No bid may be withdrawn for a period of 90 days subsequent to the opening of bids, without the consent of Haven Redevelopment Group, Inc. The Haven Redevelopment Group reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

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Idols Road Regional Lift Station City of Winston Salem Forsyth County, NC

Dear Sir/Madam: Carolina Grading & Utilities, Inc. is currently soliciting quotes from subcontractors and suppliers for items on the project listed below. This project is for The City of Winston Salem. Any interested subcontractor or supplier needs to contact us prior to the bid date listed below.

We will provide you with any information needed in order to provide us a quote. Plans are also available through emailing Sid Carpenter, Project Coordinator, sc@cguinc.com They will also be available at 1. Office of the City/County Purchasing Department, Room 324, City Hall Building, 101 North Main Street, WinstonSalem, North Carolina 27101, Monday through Friday between the hours of 9 am and 4 pm by appointment.

2. Construct Connect, 2825 Edwards Road, Suite 800, Cincinnati, Ohio 45209, 800-364-2059 x8221

We will assist in acquiring the required bonding or insurance or in finding alternatives to bonding and insurance. We will break down or combine elements of work into economically feasible units if necessary/possible. We will also offer assistance in obtaining equipment, loan capital, lines of credit, or joint pay agreement to secure loans, supplies, or a letter of credit, including waiving credit that is ordinarily required. We are willing to negotiate joint venture or partnership arrangements if necessary. Quick pay agreements are also an option we would provide if necessary/possible. You may also contact Sid Carpenter at 336-384-3800 with any questions you may have. Also at sc@cguinc.com.

Description of Work: The Project consists of construction of a tri-plex regional wastewater pump station, approximately 1,000 LF of 30-inch gravity sewer, approximately 1,200 LF of 20-inch force main along with related site work, access drive, electrical and controls, and ancillary items.

Re-Bid Date: February 13 @ 2 PM More Specific Item or Quantity Breakdown for items we may be looking for (but not limited to) when subcontracting

3- Submersible Solids Handling Pumps (details and guidelines in specifications) Wet Well with roughly +- 1,000 CY Concrete Concrete Pumping of +- 1,000 CY Concrete roughly 35 depth Forming and Rebar for 30’ Deep Wet Well Multiple Precast Concrete Utility Vaults 23’x13’ Concrete Utility Building Associated HVAC Associated Electrical 750 KW Diesel Generator Set Associated Automatic Transfer Switch Associated SCADA System (details in Specifications) Clearing for +- 5,000 LF of Access and Permanent Road Gravel for +- 5,000 LF of Access and Permanent Road Surveying and Layout for entire project which includes 5,000 LF gravel road and new pump station Erosion Control Including Wattles, +- 20 Tons Surge Stone, and 8,500 LF Silt Fence +- 500 LF Compost Socks +-500 LF Coir Fiber Baffles Landscaping and Planting around Wet Well Site (planting schedule in specifications) Temporary Seeding and Mulching for roughly 1 Acre

The list above are just a few of the main items we hope to subcontract.

If you have interest in other aspects of the project we hope you contact us with those specific interests.

The Chronicle February 7, 2019

LEGAL NOTICES

NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION

TO: (1) Samantha Bates, Mother of Daniel Bates (2) Daniel Rhynehardt, putative Father of Daniel Bates (3) Unknown and unnamed Father of the minor child Daniel Bates

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 on October 15, 2018 with respect to the above-referenced juvenile pursuant to N.C.G.S. 7B-101(15).

You are required to make a written answer to the Juvenile Petition within forty (40) days after the date of this notice; and upon your failure to make a defense to the Juvenile Petition within the 40 day period specified herein or to attend the hearing on the said Juvenile Petition.

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

If you are indigent and not already represented by counsel, you are entitled to appointed counsel and said counsel will be appointed upon your request subject to the Court’s review at the first hearing after this service.

A non-secure custody hearing on the Juvenile Petition is scheduled for 3:15 p.m., on Monday, February 11, 2019 in Courtroom 1-D of the Hall of Justice in Winston-Salem, North Carolina or as soon thereafter as the Court can hear said case.

An adjudication hearing on the Juvenile Petition is scheduled for 11:30 a.m., on Friday, March 15, 2019 in Courtroom 1-D of the Hall of Justice in WinstonSalem, North Carolina or as soon thereafter as the Court can hear said case.

This the 17th day of January, 2019

By: Erica Glass, Assistant County Attorney, Forsyth County Attorney’s Office 741 Highland Avenue Winston-Salem, NC 27101 The Chronicle January 24, 31 and February 7, 2019 NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Having qualified as Fiduciary of the Estate of Annie C. Dew (19 E 70), also known as Annie Clark Dew, Annie Morris Clard Dew deceased December 2, 2018 Forsyth County, North Carolina, this is to Notify all persons, firms, and corporation having claims against the Estate of said deceased to present them to the undersigned on or before January 10, 2019 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 January, 2019.

Charles Edward Gray Fiduciary for Annie C. Dew, deceased 3840 Carver School Road Winston-Salem, NC 27105

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NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA FORSYTH COUNTY

In the Superior Court of Forsyth County

18-CVS-4818; Schwall v. Levya, et al. To Ms. Dania Giselle Levya: Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-entitled action. The nature of the relief being sought is as follows: At the aforementioned time and place, the Defendant Dania Giselle Leyva was negligent and careless in the following acts or omissions:

Failing to maintain proper and reasonable control of the vehicle; Failing to maintain a proper and reasonable lookout; Failing to exercise proper lookout;

Failing to drive the vehicle at a reasonable speed; Failing to reduce speed to avoid a collision;

Failing to maintain attention to the roadway, and/or becoming distracted while driving; Failing to exercise proper care and caution in the operation of a vehicle so as to avoid a collision with the Plaintiff; Failing to carry an operator’s license while operating a motor vehicle.

As a direct and proximate result of one or more of the aforesaid careless and negligent acts or omissions of the Defendant, Dania Giselle Leyva, the Plaintiffs were caused to suffer the injuries and damages as alleged herein.

The Plaintiffs have been damaged on account of the negligence of the defendants in an amount in excess of TWENTY-FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($25,000.00) by reason of their injuries, pain and suffering, including permanent injury.

You are required to make defense to such pleading not later than March 19, 2019 and upon your failure to do so the party seeking service against you will apply to the court for the relief sought.

This, the 7th day of February, 2019 ________________________ Andrew Schwaba, Attorney for Plaintiff SCHWABA LAW FIRM, P.L.L.C. 212 SOUTH TRYON STREET, SUITE 1725 CHARLOTTE, NC 28281 The Chronicle February 7, 14, 21, 2019

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EMPLOYMENT

United Way Managers of Action Networks and Coalitions

This position will help strengthen, expand, and sustain the partnership’s work through assisting with targeted Community Coalitions and Leadership Development efforts and providing lead support with existing Action networks.

SPANISH-BILINGUAL-REQUIRED. EOE Please apply to: https://forsythunitedway.easyapply.co The Chronicle February 7, 2019

United Way Part time Housing Navigator/ Landlord support Specialist

Join our team working to end homelessness. Part time housing search specialist will work with supportive housing programs to help identify housing opportunities for people who have experienced homelessness. Reliable transportation required, some post-secondary education preferred. Must be willing and eligible to become certified housing inspector. EOE Please apply to : https://forsythunitedway.easyapply.co The Chronicle February 7, 2019

United Way Part-Time Housing Navigator/Housing Inspectors

Join our team working to end homelessness. Seeking Part-time housing-inspector for the Forsyth Rapid Re-housing Program, responsible for inspecting rental housing for supporting housing programs prior to leasing. Reliable transportation required, some post-secondary education preferred. Must be willing and eligible to become certified housing inspector. EOE Please apply to : https://forsythunitedway.easyapply.co The Chronicle February 7, 2019

Assistant Teaching Professor of Communications in Winston-Salem, NC: Teach undergraduate and graduate communications courses. Requires PhD in Communications or closely related field. Occasional travel to conferences. Mail resume to: Wake Forest University, 1834 Wake Forest Rd., Winston-Salem, NC 27106, Attn: Kelia Hubbard. An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans The Chronicle February 7, 2019 Direct Pickup

Fayetteville Technical Community College is now accepting applications for the following positions: Associate Degree Nursing Instructor - Barber Instructor Dept. Chair Associate Degree Nursing Instructor - Industry Training Instructor (CATV) for Continuing Education - Industry Training Instructor (Electrical Systems) for Continuing Education - Practical Nursing Instructor (10-month contact) Network/Management CISCO CCNA Certified Instructor - Registered Medical Assistant Instructor for Continuing Education - Senior Systems Administrator Technician. For detailed information and to apply, please visit our employment portal at: https://faytechcc.peopleadmin.com/ Human Resources Office Phone: (910) 678-7342 Internet: http://www.faytechcc.edu An Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Winston-Salem is looking to fill the positions for Sr Office Assistant - 1371

Sr Rehabilitation Loan Officer 800029

Pool Maintenance Specialist - 3971

Recreation Leader - 900012, 900027

Sr Recreation Leader - 3249, 900007 Lake Attendant - 1750

Playfield Leader - Pool Cashiers x 12 -0 Therapeutic Recreation Intern - 0 Community Recreation Intern - 0 Assistant Aquatic Super - 0 Recreation Practicum - 0

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