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Downtown traffic projects move closer to reality

N.C. DOT, consultant give more info on what’s ahead

BY TORI PITTMAN FOR THE CHRONICLE

Traffic flow in Winston-Salem will be hectic at some point as road projects take shape for downtown.

The N.C. Department of Transportation and the Davenport company had their drop-in session on the Downtown Study and the Interstate 40 Business Project on

Tuesday, June 16, at the Old Salem Visitor’s Center. This session was a follow-up from the May 28 meeting at the same location.

Members of Davenport, an engineering, design and consulting firm based in Winston-Salem, were present to answer questions that residents had during the formal presentation.

“I think overall, people are pretty happy about the potential of turning downtown into two-way traffic and additional parking,” said John Davenport Jr., president of Davenport, the company. “The process is working. People are coming out and giving feedback. We’re going back and analyzing, making modifications. So what we anticipate is at the end of this process, we will have something embed-

ded by the public so that City Council can move forward.”

John Davenport further explained that his company has been working closely with N.C. DOT to make sure they approve of any more work that needs to be done on the project itself before taking it to City Council for approval.

The downtown study will proceed as soon as the Business 40 project is completed, which is scheduled to begin in 2016. According to a news release from N.C. DOT on Oct. 6, 2014, the Business 40 Improvement Project will overhaul U.S. 421/Business 40 from west of Fourth Street to east of Church Street in downtown Winston-Salem. This includes removing and replacing the

McCrory makes pitch for bond plan that backs WSSU project

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BY DONNA ROGERS THE CHRONICLE

The Mandela Society of Parkland Magnet High School joined the Kuumba Singers of Harvard College in performing the final song of the evening on March 14, at the Parkland Magnet High School Auditorium in Winston-Salem. The students, part of Parkland High School Gospel Choir, gave repeated acknowledgment and thanks to Tripp Jeffers (not pictured), the Parkland sponsor of the Mandela Society who guided the students’ efforts in making possible such a special night. Photos by Erin Mizelle for the Winston-Salem Chronicle

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Parkland High’s Mandela Society takes on racial issues

BY TODD LUCK THE CHRONICLE

Parkland Magnet High School’s Mandela Society is teaching students to talk about the difficult topic of race.

The club originated when student Nonnie Egbuna wanted to start a club to focus on race and social issues after the events in Ferguson, Missouri, where residents rioted after an unarmed black teen was shot dead by police.

“I realized that there were so many students who were passionate about issues involving social justice and racial awareness,” she said. “I realized there really wasn’t a safe

A Nelson Mandela quote is on the back of the club’s shirts.

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place or a really open place to really talk about these things.”

She approached Teacher Tripp Jeffers with the idea last December.

Her concerns also covered international issues, such as the terrorist group Boko Haram in Nigeria. Jeffers said it made him think of Nelson Mandela, the late South African president. Mandela, a former political prisoner of the white Apartheid regime, was known for uniting his country after Apartheid ended.

“And then I thought how powerful Mandela himself would be as a symbol of struggle, of overcoming oppression, and the officers and others seemed to like it, and we’ve run from there,” he said.

The club’s first meeting was in

Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) stands to receive $53.9 million for a new, larger sciences building if Gov. Pat McCrory’s bond referendum proposal gets on the ballot later this year and is approved by voters.

McCrory visited WSSU on Thursday, June 11, to urge administrators, educators, students and the public to contact lawmakers in the General Assembly to make sure they vote to put his $2.85 billion Connect NC bond proposal on the ballot this year. He said any measure putting the general obligation bond proposal on the ballot must be approved by June 30.

“They’re just not hearing from you,” the governor said when asked what the holdup is on getting the bond proposal on the ballot.

Also as part of the Connect NC bond proposal, McCrory has proposed money for road projects in the Winston-Salem area, including the proposed loop that will go around the city and hook up with ??

McCrory brought Budget Director Lee Roberts and Transportation Director Tony Tatum with him to give specifics of the bond referendum proposal.

Connect NC consists of plans for two bonds of about $1.5 billion each. One would target roads and the other would target infrastructure, such as the WSSU building.

Voters would cast ballots for or against the bond proposal probably in November if the General Assembly passes a measure approving the ballot vote.

Over $200 million is included in the infrastructure bond proposal for major improvement plans at facilities of all five of the state’s public historically black universities.

Besides WSSU, the other historically black universities would receive the following: *North Carolina A&T University would receive $99.2 million for a new College of Engineering building. *Fayetteville State University would receive $10.6 million for renovations to the Lyons Science building. *North Carolina Central University would receive $34 million for a new School of Business building. *Elizabeth City State University would receive $4 million for campus-wide repairs and renovations.

WSSU Chancellor Elwood Robinson said when speaking to the media after the governor’s presentation that the new sciences building is needed to train students in the 21st century.

WSSU printed material says the building will be “a hub of innovation, discovery and application that will attract and support faculty and students with diverse academic interests,” such as biology, chemistry, physics and

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First Fairground Fridays draws almost 900 for summer fun

BY TODD LUCK THE CHRONICLE

This first of this summer’s Fairground Fridays drew a large crowd of teens to the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds on Friday, June 12.

The event drew 866 teens to the fairgrounds that evening. Fairground Fridays is the WinstonSalem Recreation and Parks current attempt to give teens something to due on Friday nights during the summer.

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late January, the day there was a school-wide trip to see a special showing of “Selma,” a movie about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the Civil Rights Movement.

Media Coordinator Sandra Brown organized the trip for about 400 Parkland students. She participated in King’s March on Washington in 1963 and wanted to make sure students knew about the struggles of that era.

“Our children have no idea how far we’ve come,” she said. “I know they have a good idea of how far we need to go.”

Jeffers, who has taught a civil rights history unit for 21 years, said he used it as an opportunity to discuss the civil rights on both the trip there and on the way back. After the movie, Jeffers and dozens of students posed for a photo holding signs that said “Black Lives Matter,” which has been the mantra of the movement against police brutality toward blacks that emerged after the shooting in Ferguson and other recent incidents.

The first meeting of the Mandela Club was held later that day. It was a packed room with 30 to 40 diverse students attending,

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The next day, he found his door vandalized, with “Black Lives Matter” signs stuck to it, with the word “Black” marked out on each and other races or the word “All” substituted in, along with a letter with some statistics in it.

He used it as a teachable moment to show the club the national debate around the phrase “Black Lives Matter.” He said he doesn’t agree with the critics. He said because the phrase emphasizes AfricanAmerican issues, doesn’t mean it discounts those experienced by others, any more than saying “Save the rain forests” diminishes other types of forests.

Teaching people how to talk about race and how to handle dissenting points of view is a big emphasis of the club, he said. Topics involving race are discussed during meetings, and this year’s headlines have given them much to talk about.

The club’s secretary and treasurer, Phyllis Elliott, said the club taught her it was OK to discuss difficult subjects.

“I think it’s brought more unity among the members of the group and our friends outside the group,” she said.

Mandela Society Vice President Andra Woods has

Teens are wanded as they enter the fairgrounds.

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dropped off, the first thing they see is a row of police cars along the parking lot that belong to the nearly dozen off-duty police officers there. Then they’re wanded by staff from Show Pros before being allowed into the fairgrounds, where a number of Recreation and Parks staff and volunteers are making sure things go smoothly. Bowman said the security set-up works, and there wasn’t a single incident last year.

Fairground Fridays was first held last year from late June through the end of July, drawing more than 700 teens a night and nearly 1000 in attendance for the final session. Bowman credited social media and a great marketing campaign for the large crowds.

This year the event will be held every Friday through Aug. 7. The Fairgrounds will host the National Black Theatre Festival's Teentastic Weekend from Aug. 6 through 8 with a fashion show and numerous performances, including rapper K Camp on Aug. 8.

Fairground Fridays is the latest in a line of teen summer events. In 2007, after complaints of teens hanging around downtown late at night after the Friday night summer Downtown Jazz concerts, the City of Winston-Salem started The

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The event is free and no registration is required.

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While teens came out in droves, there were security problems there, and it was later moved to the fairgrounds.

In 2008, Recreation and Parks took over the Friday night summer offerings with theMix, an indoor event at Hanes Hosiery Recreation Center featuring a variety of activities, including music and video games. Parents would drop off their children, who had to be registered to gain entrance. TheMix averaged 300 teens a night its first summer and would continue for several years. Then the venue switched to Winston Square Park for music in the park events before Fairground Fridays began in 2014.

Recreation and Parks director Tim Grant said since teens are always changing, so to must the events catered to them. At the core, it’s still providing a place for them to hang out with their friends.

“It’s simple, but it works,” said Grant.

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W 2 F w Photo by Todd Luck u Members of the Mandela Society pose at Parkland Magnet School: (L-R) Stevie Dupree-Parker, Shawn C Brim, Advisor Tripp Jeffers, Diana Chew, McKinley McNeill, Nonnie Egbuna, Phyllis Elliott and Andra D Woods. a sister attending Harvard University who sings in that school’s Kuumba Singers, a diverse choir that sings Negro spirituals. The choir was started as a safe way to celebrate race on the predominately white, affluent campus. The Mandela Society hosted them in a local concert in March, which raised $1,000 that was split between the choir and the club.

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come into the fairgrounds with their teens. Most sat at picnic tables outside and let their children do their thing. One was Felicia Brinson. It was her first time at Fairground Fridays.

She took two of her children there to perform with Greater Vision Dance Complex, a nonprofit that teaches dance. She said she liked the event and planned to bring them back regularly.

“I think it’s a great opportunity for everyone to come, socialize and eat a little bit and watch the entertainment, so I think it’s great,” she said.

It was also a hit with the teens.

“It’s alright so far; there’s a lot of girls,” said one young man with a smile who had just arrived there for the first time.

Ranautica Taylor, 13, attended Fairgrounds Fridays last year. She said she enjoyed hanging out with her friends and meeting new people there. She said she especially enjoyed the contests held there.

“It brings everyone together and gives them something to do,” she said.

One attraction from last year’s event, an indoor skate park, is absent this year. The City is currently planning to open a permanent outdoor skate park on fairgrounds property.

Tentative plans are for it to be finished and open in August.

Upcoming projects for the club include working with SciWorks to update its exhibits on black scientists.

Next school year, they’ll be preparing instructional packages on discussing race in the classroom for Parkland teachers and creating cards to distribute at lunch with information on racial injustice. Jeffers said he’s hoping to bring speakers in and get prominent

locals to participate in a panel discussion on race.

He’s also hoping to have a silent protest on lives lost to police violence.

Assistant Principal Alecia Harvey said the club shows the diversity of the school. She said its members are “change agents,” who are proud of their history.

She said even when she began teaching in 1973,

civil rights was a difficult subject to engage black stu-c dents in because they had ab sense of shame over whatw had been done to African-m j Americans.

“I salute the Mandelaw Society because these peo-e ple are digging it up andc digging it out and theyf don’t mind discussing andF facing what is history,” she a said. h G r a F s s W U Editor’s Note: The headline on this story was missing in the June 11 issue of Thep i Chronicle. The story is running here in its entirety. t S

BY TEVIN STINSON S THE CHRONICLE

Carver High alum returns to deliver commencement speech

When author India Reaves met Carver High School principal Travis Taylor, she jok-S ingly told him that she should be the one to deliver the commencement speech. What sheb u did not expect was for Taylor to take her up on her offer. He did.

A graduate and former teacher at Carver High School, Reaves’ energy and passions l made her stand out above all the other candidates.

“Her energy, passion and the way she connects with students and can identify withs their lives …” Taylor said. “Other alums were in the running as well, but India was thel k best selection at the time.”

After she got the news she would be delivering the speech Reaves, who is an author,u decided that she could not return to her alma mater empty handed.

After the publisher of her book “I’m T.O.U.G.H” told her that it would cost $500 to get every graduating senior a copy of her book, Reaves took to social media to rally Carver Nation to help raise funds for the books. What happened next was truly amazing Reaves said.

“I wanted to start a GoFundMe page, but I figured I knew enough Yellow Jackets that I didn’t need to do that,” Reaves said. “Before I knew it, people were calling me to donate money.”

In less than 24 hours, Reaves and Carver Nation had raised over $400.

“I was just amazed at how quickly the community rallied behind my idea, so I told myself, ‘If we can do that in less than 24 hours, how much can we raise over the two weeks leading up to graduation?’” Reaves said.

Reaves then decided to give three of the graduating seniors book scholarships. Once again, Carver alumni came out in numbers to help with the project. What started out as three scholarships of $250 each grew to $750 each.

“People really came out of nowhere,” India said. “People I hadn’t spoken to in years were calling me and donating money, not even pledges, I mean actual cash.”

When picking the students who would receive the scholarships, India said she wanted the students who weren’t straight “A” students but were still just as deserving of the scholarships.

“I wanted three ‘B’-plus students who may not be at the top but had did what they needed to do.” Reaves said.

With the help of faculty and staff members, Tamir Glenn, Kayla Smith and Marlene Telez were selected for the scholarships. Tamir will be attending North Carolina A&T University; Kayla, Forsyth Tech Community College; and Marlene, William Peace University in Raleigh.

“These three students epitomize what my book ‘I’m T.O.U.G.H’ is about” Reaves said. “Tackling obstacles and unleashing God’s hope, all three of these students had to overcome some obstacles during their four years of high school, and I’m just happy I could help them with these scholarships.”

During her speech to the Carver graduates, India told the class of 2015 that it was important that on their journey through life, they should make sure they leave fossils instead of footprints. Principal Taylor is sure Reaves’ speech will be one the graduates will never forget.

“The speech was not generic; it was tailored for Carver,” Taylor said. “To become a fossil, you must survive obstacles, but when that is done, your place in history will be solidified forever.”

Correction

In the story on page A1 of the June 11 edition, with the headline “Id law hearing draws large crowd,” George Michalek was incorrectly described as a person who was seated in front of the meeting. In fact, George McCue was seated in front of the citizens of Forsyth County. The Chronicle regrets the error. — The Editor

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Winston-Salem native leaves Wake Forest debt-free and employed Michael Green, raised by single mom, overcomes the odds

BY TODD LUCK THE CHRONICLE

Michael Green, a Winston-Salem native, is a 22-year-old 2015 Wake Forest University graduate with no debt and a job lined up with Deloitte Consulting in Washington, D.C. The youngest of three children, Green was raised by a single mom. When he was in high school, his mother, Carol, worked two jobs hoping to help her son with his upcoming college expenses, but knowing she could never afford to pay for a college like Wake Forest.

Then one day, she took a call from him saying that he’d gotten the Joseph G. Gordon Scholarship, a fullride scholarship covering all his expenses at Wake Forest University. She was so happy she hollered and screamed with joy. The Winston-Salem State University graduate promptly returned to having one full-time job as a teacher’s assistant at Southwest Elementary School.

The Gordon Scholarship is a meritbased scholarship for underrepresented students, such as African-Americans like Green. Up to seven scholars are chosen annually. Green said he always knew he’d get in a good university because he had

Michael Green’s family congratulates him after graduating from Wake Forest University on May 18. They are (L-R) Gloria Green, his grandmother; Carol Green, his mother; and Latoya Hunt, his sister. representatives first exposure to Wake there are people who look (SMP), like them in these spaces – from Deloitte came down Forest. “I just remember it going to college, being suc- to talk about their company being a huge library,� he cessful – I think that’s very and do a case study with said. “I remember coming powerful. I think that can students. He was able to here with my friends and be very influential in the connect and network with lives of young people,� he people from the company. just being in awe.� “When they told me Green’s scholarship said.

Green said it was a they worked with federal required him to live on campus for all four years. change of scenery going organizations and that The university was only a from the predominately they’re based in the few minutes from his poor, minority public Washington, D.C., area, I house, so he was able to schools he attended to the was basically sold,� he keep his barber and attend largely white, affluent said.

Eventually they hired his home church, and his Wake Forest, but he always mother was only a phone felt welcome. He said that him, and he’ll soon move to call away. he found his niche to fit in Washington, D.C. to begin During his sophomore and become involved on his job as a human capital year, he lived in the the campus, joining Kappa analyst, helping federal H.O.P.E. (Helping Our Alpha Psi fraternity and organizations with their People Excel) House, a stu- serving as a President’s human resource needs.

Carol, whose daughter dent residence with a com- Aide, being a part of a munity service theme. group of student advisers to is a teacher and other son is attending WSSU, said she House residents mentored Wake’s president. “If you give a lot to the was very glad her youngest students at low- income schools, like his former campus, it’ll give a lot to son got the chance to attend Wake Forest. schools, Paisley and you,� he said. “It’s one of the best Green initially wanted Parkland.

This was a cause near to be a business major, but experiences he could have to Green’s heart. He’s been eventually landed on poli- had,� she said.

For more information involved with Big Brothers, tics and international Big Sisters and mentored affairs. He did an internship about the Joseph G. students at Kimberley Park at a lobbying firm that Gordon Scholarships, go to Elementary. He said it’s worked in Washington, http://financialaid.wfu.edu/ very important to him to D.C. and fell in love with m e r i t - b a s e d mentor disadvantaged the city. During the on- scholarships/joseph-g-gorcampus Summer don-scholarships/. youth.

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Michael Green poses with a monument to his fraternity, Kappa Alpha Psi.

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good grades; it was just a matter of paying for it. “My family has a very strong tradition of higher education, and so it was always expected that I go to college,� he said. �That was always part of my plan. I always knew whatever I wanted to do would require a college education.�

As a child in WinstonSalem, he walked to school at Kimberley Park Elementary and Paisley IB Magnet School, where he attended sixth through 10th grade. At Paisley, he started in the International Baccalaureate program, which he would finish at Parkland Magnet High School. He said the rigorous program helped him

prepare for college with diverse, challenging courses that emphasized writing.

His exposure to college began at an early age.

While attending Paisley, he participated in the Duke TIP (Talent Identification Program) for four summers. TIP lets young students who score high enough on the SAT to participate in three-week summer enrichment programs held on college campuses.

In Green’s case, he went to Appalachian State University and the University of Georgia.

In his sophomore year, his English class got library cards to the Wake Forest University Library. Going there to do research was his

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Local research project targeting segregated elementary schools of past

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An extensive and comprehensive countywide research project is underway. Triad Cultural Arts Inc., the presenter of The Juneteenth Festival, has initiated “Celebrating Our Colored Elementary Schools.”

The project will document the history and legacy of more than 30 public and private schools in Winston-Salem and Forsyth County that educated AfricanAmerican children before the forced integration in the early 1970s.

Skyland School, 14th Street School, Kimberly Park, Carver Crest, Mebane, Columbian Heights, Carver, Oak Grove, St. Benedict’s, Nelson’s Preparatory, Diggs and the Memorial Industrial School are some of the more familiar schools being researched. A major challenge is

identifying in the county the 19 oneteacher schools that served AfricanAmerican students in 1936.

Cheryl Harry, director of AfricanAmerican programming at Old Salem Museums & Gardens and CEO of Triad Cultural Arts Inc., feels that these community institutions were key cultural hubs in the African-American neighborhoods, especially during the county and city’s growth years between 1920 and 1950.

The laws of segregation prohibited the intergration of blacks with whites in all aspects of daily life. Thus, there were separate schools for black children and white children.

Annette Scippio is the principal researcher and project coordinator. Since there is little to no documentation of the colored schools, Scippio’s goal is to collect as many stories, memories, photos and

Dr. Reginald F. Hildebrand talks about accounts from various historical documents describing the announcement of emancipation in churches and the jubilant celebrations that followed.

memorabilia related to each school as possible. Knowledge of the institutions resides in the memories of former students, parents, teachers, student/practice teachers and residents. Questionnaires are being distributed throughout the community, online and to out of state students and teachers. Personal interviews are being scheduled with many elderly residents.

Some fascinating information is being uncovered, such as the role of the city’s recreation department as early as 1919, in physical education and after school programs. For instance, in 1936, there were 19 one-teacher colored schools scattered in the county. Oak Grove School off Bethabara Road is the only surviving structure in the county of the one-room school.

In contrast, the colored elementary schools in the city had a significant eco-

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nomic impact. For instance, in 1938, 14th Street School served 1,779 students, employed 44 teachers and the property was valued at $358,638. Scippio says a community-wide celebration of the legacy of these institutions is planned when the research is complete. All former students, parents, teachers, student/practice teachers and community residents are asked to share their memories and memorabilia.

Volunteers are distributing questionnaires to family and friends. Questionnaires are also available at www.triadculture.org.

To learn more about this initiative or to inquire about how to volunteer, visit the “Celebrating Our Colored Elementary Schools” booth at the Juneteenth Festival on Saturday, June 20, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Fifth Street at the Winston Mutual Building, email wsfccols@yahoo.com or call (336) 582 2557.

The crowd at the St. Philips Heritage Center at Old Salem Museums & Gardens on Thursday, June 4, listens to Dr. Reginald F. Hildebrand, associate professor of African-American studies and history at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, at the Juneteenth Luncheon.

Photos by Erin Mizelle for the Winston-Salem Chronicle

Celebrations center on history, culture In photos above, Dr. Reginald F. Hildebrand, associate professor of African-American studies and history at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, speaks at the St. Philips Heritage Center at Old Salem Museums & Gardens on Thursday, June 4, in celebration of the country’s longest-running observance of the abolition of slavery: 150 years. Hildebrand read accounts from those who experienced emancipation from slavery.

Juneteenth is held on or around June 19, when Union

forces arrived in Galveston, Texas, with news of the end of slavery on June 19, 1865. Juneteenth is normally known as a large festive celebration, filled with food and entertainment as well as black history and culture. That celebration in Winston-Salem will be Saturday, June 20, with an outdoor event from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the intersection of 5th Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Drive.

The 11th annual Triad Juneteenth Africana Festival will feature the Rev. Byron Williams, an award-winning

author; and honor popular 1950s R&B vocal group the “5” Royales, with a special tribute. Williams will discuss and sign copies of his best-selling book, “1963: The Year of Hope and Hostility,” which won the 2014 International Book Award for U.S. history.

The Juneteenth Festival is free and open to the public.

For more information, visit www.triadculture.org, or call 336-757-8556.

All city pools open for the summer SPECIAL TO THE CHRONICLE

City of Winston-Salem operated pools are now open for the summer, which officially starts on Sunday, June 21.

Patrons entering the pool must wear appropriate swimwear with a liner or have appropriate swimwear with them to be admitted into the pool area.

All pools are offering free children’s swim lessons. Sign-ups for sessions will be Saturday, June 27, and Saturday, July 18. Free adult swim lessons are also available at all swimming pools. Contact the pool facility for details.

All pools will offer a Babes in Arms program for children 5 and under starting Saturday, June 20. Contact the pool facility to register. The pools also have swim teams for children 17 and under, and offer diving instruction.

To ensure safety, parents should swim with their children. All pool patrons must obey

the lifeguards. Non-swimmers less than 48 inches tall will be required to wear life jackets in the pools. Life jackets are not required in kiddie pools or at the water play areas at Kimberley Park and Bolton Park pools.

The city will provide life jackets. Patrons may bring their own life jackets if they have a stamp indicating that the jackets are Coast Guard approved and pass inspection from the lifeguards.

Children less than 48 inches tall will be asked to take a swim test when they arrive at the pool so lifeguards can assess their swimming ability. If they pass the test, they will receive a green wristband that allows them to go anywhere in the pool. If they do not pass the test, they will receive a red wristband and a life jacket. They can go in the shallow end of the pool up to 3.5 feet.

Patrons over 48 inches tall will be required to take a swim test if lifeguards observe that they may be poor or non-swimmers.

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Leadership Winston-Salem celebrates its 30th year

BY TORI PITTMAN FOR THE CHRONICLE

On Wednesday, June 10, Leadership Winston-Salem celebrated its 30th anniversary by inducting the approximately 55 members of the class of 2015 at the Grand Pavilion Ballroom of the Embassy Suites in downtown Winston-Salem.

Jo Ellen Carson, executive director, began by giving a welcome to the audience of about 200 people from 40 companies.

Mayor Allen Joines, class of 1989, spoke about his aspirations for Winston-Salem.

“So many individuals have gotten involved without having a vision of moving forward,” he said. “To be one of the top 50 metro areas, the only way is for the entire community to get behind it and move forward.”

Following Joines was a panel discussion led by Stan Kelly, class of 1994, along with Oscar Santos, class of 2012, and Evelyn Terry, from the inaugural class of 1985.

Terry, a member of the N.C. House of Representatives (District 71), serves as a consultant for Southside Community Development Corp. and chairwoman of the Forsyth County Department of Social Services Board of Directors.

“I think it was an idea for a person like myself to become intimately involved with those persons whom we had from afar considered to be the movers and the shakers,” Terry said.

Stan Kelly gave his reflections about his personal experiences.

“The word ‘diversity’ and inclusion is what really resonates with me,” Kelly said. “Leadership Winston-Salem was our front, certainly from an inclusiveness standpoint, in helping us get what it meant to live and share and dialogue across differences and appreciate differences.”

Kelly went on speaking about his exposure to diversity through nonprofit organizations that were heavily involved in making a difference within Winston-Salem.

Oscar Santos, senior vice president with BB&T, made his point to the audience about not having leadership without going through some type of service.

“If you think that service is beneath you, then leadership is beyond you,” Santos said.

Terry further discussed her personal endeavors with the program by letting her voice be heard from her work and dedication.

“The reality of going through the exercise [seminar] and coming out with a feeling of understanding about how connected God’s creation is, if we only get together, sit down in a room and understand each other’s issues.”

“It was a marvelous experience and as a result, I would have 30 years of relationships that never could have hap”pened without having had the opportunity to participate in a meaningful way, non-threatening way, and a way that fwas not going to be held against me,” Terry said.

“I say that with genuine sincerity and gratitude for the persons who afforded me the opportunity to express myself and 30 years ago,” Terry said. . There were poster boards displayed of community lleaders involved in different programs and the photos of the inducted classmates from the previous years.

The Chronicle’s publisher, Ernie Pitt, was involved in conversations to form the first class and was a member of the inaugural class.

There has been about 1,800 graduates in 30 years. A few well-known graduates are City Manager Lee Garrity, Police Chief Barry Rountree and the Rev. James C. Hash Jr. of St. Peter’s Church & World Outreach Center.

After the anniversary celebration panel discussion, there was a video with audience participation singing the song “Best Class Ever,” by Natasha Gore, while other alumni of the organization were giving their thoughts.

John X. Miller, lead editor of the Winston-Salem Journal, was nominated by the class of 2015 to be the speaker at the ceremony.

“Make it a point, classmates, to commit to keeping in touch with a couple of people in our circle,” Miller said.

Near the end of the ceremony, Leadership WinstonSalem received $15,000 and gave the newly graduated members certificates of completion and a place among the alumni who came before them.

Leadership Winston-Salem is a charitable organization that began in 1984 to increase the understanding and commitment to the city’s future during a time of significant change and took off in 1985.

The mission of Leadership Winston-Salem is educating, connecting and energizing leaders to serve and improve the community.

To learn more about Leadership of Winston-Salem, get involved or apply to the program, go to www.leadershipws.org.

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Work to get Connect NC on the ballot

Gov. Pat McCrory came to Winston-Salem on Thursday, June 11, to pitch his $2.85 billion Connect NC bond proposal at Winston-Salem State University (WSSU). It has two parts. One part covers roads, including some in the Winston-Salem area.

The other covers infrastructure, such as buildings on the state’s historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs), including WSSU. The governor says he is looking at the future, trying to obtain money for the state to be more competitive with nearby states, such as South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia. He calls the bond proposal money investments into areas that need boosts. The state’s highways need repair and new ones are needed, and the state’s colleges, universities and community colleges need help with infrastructure as they train students for the 21st century challenges ahead.

The money proposed for the state’s five HBCUs would go to infrastructure in STEM areas: science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

The proposal includes two bonds of about $1.5 billion each – one for roads, the other for infrastructure.

Over $200 million is included in the infrastructure bond proposal for major improvement plans at facilities of all of the state’s HBCUs. The governor is proposing that WSSU receive $53.9 million for a new, larger science building. WSSU’s printed material says the building will be “a hub of innovation, discovery and application that will attract and support faculty and students with diverse academic interests,” such as biology, chemistry, physics and the health sciences. The material says the Biomedical Research Infrastructure Center will be in the new building so that all the sciences laboratories will be near each other. This will encourage more collaboration between faculty and students.

“In order for North Carolina to produce highly The following are members of the Forsyth County State Legislative Delegation: *Sen. Joyce Krawiec * Sen. Paul A. Lowe Jr. * Rep. Debra Conrad * Rep. Edward Hanes Jr. * Rep. Julia C. Howard * Rep. Donny Lambeth * Rep. Evelyn Terry

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skilled graduates, our universities and community colleges must provide students and educators the resources to do so,” the governor said in a statement.

“The Connect NC bond proposal allots $734 million to improve our state’s universities and community colleges. This will increase the quality of education received by our students, and, in turn, increase the quality of our workforce.”

The new WSSU building would be a great asset to the university. The university already has a great reputation for its nursing program. The new building would enhance its entire sciences program, which would prepare students for the jobs ahead, many of which haven’t been created yet.

The Connect NC has hurdles to overcome before the bond money can flow to any college, university and road, however. First, it has to be put on the ballot for North Carolinians to vote on it. The governor is asking citizens to contact their lawmakers to tell them to push for a vote on the bond proposal this year, probably in November. He says the lawmakers in the General Assembly are hesitant to put it on the ballot because they have not heard from citizens who say that’s what they want. He is urging everyone to contact lawmakers to make sure they know that Connect NC should be on the ballot.

We also urge citizens to do that. A lot is riding on the bond proposal. Not only is money for WSSU included, but money for various roads in the area and the new loop around Winston-Salem is included, too.

The governor’s office says the proposed transportation bond would pay for 27 permit-ready highway projects throughout North Carolina that have completed environmental documents.

In addition, the bond would fund the paving of 176 unpaved secondary roads totaling 113 miles.

No tax increase is needed to fund the bonds, the governor’s office says.

A ballot vote on Connect NC is worth pushing for. Not only will it promote democracy now, but, if it passes, then it will also help to create a more competitive North Carolina in the future.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Override of veto of Senate Bill 2 draws disgust To the Editor:

Senate Bill 2 is unconstitutional, and will undoubtedly be challenged in court. This bill, which will now become law, is discriminatory and treats gay and lesbian couples as second class citizens.

We are more determined than ever to achieve Ferrara full equality for LGBT [lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered] people in North Carolina and to ensure that LGBT youth know that they are not alone.

Rev. Jasmine Beach-Ferrara Executive Director Campaign for Southern Equality Asheville This law is nothing more than state sanctioned discrimination. It is a terribly misguided attempt to rewrite what equal protection under the law means. Equality and fairness are not principles that are decided on a caseby-case basis, dependent upon who happens to be working the counter on a particular day. Neither the United States Constitution nor the North Carolina Constitution permit any such thing. It is terribly unfortunate that this many elected officials don’t understand that.

Jake Sussman Tin Fulton Walker & Owen Charlotte

Governor vows to uphold respect for public office To the Editor:

Regarding Senate Bill 2: It’s a disappointing day for the rule of law and the process of passing legislation in North Carolina. I will continue to stand up for McCory conservative principles that respect and obey the oath of office for public officials across our state and nation.

While some people inside the beltline are focusing on symbolic issues, I remain focused on the issues that are going to have the greatest impact on the next generation such as creating jobs, building roads, strengthening education and improving our quality of life.

N.C. Gov. Pat McCrory Raleigh

Greensboro redistricting plan tramples democracy To the Editor:

Sen. Bob Rucho’s Senate Redistricting Committee took a rushed, hushed vote on Wednesday [June 10], setting the stage for a major fight with the people of Greensboro. It presently has three atlarge City Council seats and five single district Council seats. The Greensboro mayor votes on every issue and elections for City Council are hotly contested, since there is no run-off.

Apparently, some of the anti-democracy faction on Jones Street in Raleigh think they know how to govern Greensboro better than its own citizens. This Barber faction wants to make it harder for minorities and working people to have influence with their votes, and Senator Rucho appears to be their front man in Raleigh. He wants a Senate Bill that matches House Bill 263 that would eliminate at-large seats and establish seven singlemember districts; limit the power of the mayor, allowing her/him to vote only in case of ties; establish a run-off election, creating incentives for backroom deals.

The N.C Rucho .NAACP, in consultation with our legal team, supports the people of Greensboro, who strongly oppose these anti-democracy steps to dilute the minority vote.

One person’s vote is equal to another’s.

By opening the way for new districts, Rucho and his race-based computer map-maker can draw maps to divide and dilute minority voters.

They have already split the campus of North Carolina A&T University into different districts. Soon minorities and other vulnerable voters will have no say in how their city is governed. If Rucho’s behind-the-scenes maneuvering can get the AntiDemocracy in Greensboro bill passed, it is likely other large cities with sizable minority populations will be targeted.

Senator Rucho ran rough-shod over his own colleagues in his Committee hearings. Perhaps he is upset that the U.S. Supreme Court recently ruled against race-based redistricting maneuvers by some of his counterparts in the Alabama legislature. They packed black voters in certain areas, and diluted the voting powers of others, snatching their present ability to vote for a candidate of their choice. The U.S. Supreme Court found race-based redistricting schemes unlawful.

At any rate, he would not permit

his colleagues — elected members of the House and Senate — to even comment. He cut off fellow senators from commenting and debating his race-based bill. Cities in North Carolina do not like it when someone down on Jones Street starts to take away their local powers. And people of color clearly don’t like it when the voting rights our grandparents fought and died for are suddenly snatched from us with parliamentary tricks.

Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II President, N.C .NAACP Durham

Don’t miss NBTF and experiences it brings to area To the Editor:

For the sake of full disclosure, I have been associated with the National Black Theatre Festival since 1991, two years after it was founded by the late Larry Leon Hamlin. I have participated as a theatre-goer, a member of the fundraising committee, a member of the Marvtastic Society and a member of the NCBRC board of directors.

My memory bank is full to overflowing with experiences I owe solely to the fact that the Festival comes to Winston-Salem every other year. I rode in an elevator with a very friendly Denzel Washington and his family; I sat mesmerized as Chester Gregory recreated the life of Jackie Wilson; I chatted with the lovely and accomplished Vanessa Bell Calloway at a celebrity reception; I was transported back in time by the Singleton musical stylings of the Soul Crooners; and I found myself dining in the same local restaurant with Sydney Poitier.

Thousands of local residents have shared similar experiences, but many others have not. If you have not attended the National Black Theatre Festival, mark your calendar for August 3-8. You can get information about the many plays that will be performed, times, locations, ticket prices and more at www.nbtf.org.

We are extremely fortunate to have an event of international scope in our community. The Festival would not be possible without dozens of financial supporters – civic, corporate, city, county and individual. To all of you, thank you for believing in Larry’s vision and Sylvia Sprinkle-Hamlin’s hard work to keep it alive.

Do yourself a favor: Don’t let another year pass without taking advantage of this incredible opportunity.

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Americans spent more on eating out than on eating in: Mike Walden

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A milestone was set in January of this year. No, it wasn’t in sports, entertainment or politics – although there may have been some records established in those areas I missed.

Instead, it was a milestone in our collective personal spending. For the first time, Americans spent more on eating out than on eating in. Specifically, we spent $50,475 billion eating in restaurants and other food outlets that month, compared to the $50,466 billion we paid for food in grocery stores and supermarkets.

You might think that’s not much of a record because the two spending amounts are so close. But just five years ago we spent $7 billion more per month at food stores than at restaurants. And in the early 1990s, households spent more than twice as much on food bought at

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grocery stores and supermarkets than they did on restaurant food.

Interestingly, households of all income levels spend about the same percentage of their income eating out – around 5 percent – although this translates into more dollars spent by those with higher incomes.

However, younger households spend more eating out than older households, and the young also devote a higher percentage of their income eating out.

The obvious question is, “Why?” Why are we spending more money buying meals away from our homes than we are preparing and eating meals at home? The answer is based on three big socio-economic changes occurring in the last 100 years.

Development of the factory economy

A century ago the economy was centered on farming. Families worked all day on the farm. There were few restaurants to go to, and those that did exist were likely hours away.

Food that was eaten was raised on the farm. Tasks were also very gender-specific, with men tending to livestock and crops and women handling the cooking, cleaning and childrearing.

The first shift to eating out occurred with the development of the factory economy. As mechanization came to the farm – thereby reducing the need for farm laborers – millions moved off the farm and into the city to take jobs in the emerging manufacturing sector. Most factory workers couldn’t go home for lunch, so many carried their cold meat, cheese, bread, fruit and perhaps soap in pails (“lunch pails”) to the factory floor.

But over time, smartthinking merchants saw an opportunity to offer lowcost, quick meals to the workers. This was the forerunner of “fast food,” and lunch became the first meal for many workers to eat out.

The labor force participation of women As the manufacturing

economy morphed into the service economy, how and where we ate our meals changed again. This time, the change was led by women moving into the paid workforce.

The development and mass use of household appliances (washing machines, dryers, refrigerators, vacuums) reduced the time and effort needed to maintain homes. At the same time, businesses found many of the new service jobs could be performed as well by women as by men. These two factors led many women to take paying jobs in the labor force. Indeed, the labor force participation of women rose from 34 percent in 1950 to more than 60 percent today.

One result of this change was a time crunch at home. In two-adult households where both partners work and in the increasingly prevalent oneparent households, time is often the most limiting factor. Taking time to purchase food ingredients and prepare meals became a chore many households decided they couldn’t do. Going out to eat or purchasing pre-

pared meals at restaurants for eating at home became a typical pattern for many families.

The rise of the millennial generation

This brings us to today and the third big trend affecting where we eat: the rise of the millennial generation. The “Millennials” – those born between 1981 and 1997 – will surpass the Baby Boomers (born from 1946 to 1964) this year as the most populous generation. Millennials have been following their own path – staying in school longer, marrying later and delaying having children. Eating out is a big part of their social life. As the Millennials have gained in numbers this decade, spending on eating out has experienced its sharpest jump ever.

Is it good that as a society we are eating out more?

Some yearn for the “old days” of the family gathered around the dinner room table eating a homecooked meal. They say something has been lost as this scene becomes rarer.

While others may recognize the loss from this tra-

dition, they argue times change, and forces, like those cited above, have altered the way we eat.

I won’t try to answer whether eating out more is good or bad. I will say that, with today’s fast-changing technology, any trend can be easily reversed in the future. Who knows -maybe urban gardens and new cooking methods will lure families back to the kitchen and dining room table. Someday we may be lamenting the “good old days” of restaurant food and carry-out. You decide!

Dr. Mike Walden is a William Neal Reynolds Distinguished Professor and North Carolina Cooperative Extension economist in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics of North Carolina State University’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. He teaches and writes on personal finance, economic outlook and public policy. The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences communications unit provides his You Decide column every two weeks.

Ferguson is still everywhere if you're Black Rika Tyler Guest Columnist

It's been 250 days since our fallen brethren Michael Brown Jr. was fatally shot in Canfield Apartments in Ferguson, Missouri, by Ferguson Police Officer Darren Wilson.

Wilson got rich, famous and a vacation after killing Mike Brown, a phenomenon that is occurring all too often across the U.S. In fact, an MXGM (Malcolm X Grassroots Movement) study has reported that every 28 hours a Black person is killed by police.

Accountability is the key.

Accountability is the answer.

As you may remember, Wilson was not indicted and the community of the Saint Louis and Saint Louis County Region still suffers for it. Ferguson's response sparked a movement and uprising from people of different congregations, ethnicities, genders and ages nationwide to stand up against this system and be a voice for black, brown, and oppressed people.

Since the killing of Michael Brown, there have been numerous similar killings and then protests, rallies, direct actions and more. Yet it will not stop.

From private attorneys to the Department of Justice,

ticed against people of color and oppressed people in general. Yet, police still use shoot first tactics because there is no one holding them accountable.

Ferguson is still everywhere if you are Black.

T-Dubb-O

Guest Columnist

there have been several investigations of shootings of unarmed AfricanAmericans; yet we still cannot fully attain the transparency or accountability that we deserve from police officers. Ferguson is still everywhere if you're Black.

Therefore, we must start moving in a way to create our own narrative.

This means doing our own investigations of these incidents involving officers, who are sworn to protect and serve us. The system itself also needs investigating.

In other words, we need policies that establish accountability.

Accountability by police would mean them taking responsibility, being liable and answerable for these travesties of justice.

Looking at what accountability actually means, can we as a nation say our police departments are truly held accountable for their fumbling of community relationships?

The constant mistakes, bad judgment, racist motives and lack of transparency would result in immediate termination in any other fields in this country. Why don't normal

morals and human standards apply to police officers?

They tell us police have the right to make it home.

Well, shouldn't every citizen in this country have the right to make it home? Or how about the right to be able to sleep in your home and not be killed due to reckless gun fire by police like 7-year-old Aiyana Jones, who was killed by Detroit police during a raid at her home. Final charges against Joseph Weekley, the cop who shot her, were dismissed early this year.

We must hold these officers accountable. In the Saint Louis Region, there have been at least 10 more police involved killings since Michael Brown Jr.,

which happened in August 2014. Around the nation, there are too many names to name with similar circumstances with no transparency and no justice in the system: Kimberly Randall King, Vonderritt Myers Jr., Tamir Rice, Eric Garner and more recently Freddie Gray of Baltimore.

Fortunately there are indictments of the officers in the Freddie Gray case, but for the most part around the country, there is currently no way to hold these departments accountable. It seems as if they run the nation and we serve them instead of the other way around.

During protests in Ferguson, municipalities established many unconsti-

tutional rules. For example, they refused to wear name badges even after the Department of Justice said they were legally obligated to do so. They refused to identify themselves. They continued to use illegal unnecessary force against citizens. Ferguson Police officers even issued a fivesecond rule stating that a person could be subject to arrest if they stood still for longer than five seconds while protesting. A federal court ruled against it. Yet, police officers are still on the normal predator policing tactic.

The Department of Justice released a report confirming all the racial targeting that the Ferguson police department prac-

T-Dubb-O, a Hip-Hop artist, is a director for Hands Up United, a grass roots organization building toward the liberation of oppressed Black, Brown and Poor people through education, art, civil disobedience, advocacy and agriculture.

Rika Tyler, a community organizer and advocate for children, is a program director of Hands Up United. She works to ensure programs are aligned to serving the community of Ferguson and the Greater St. Louis area.

This article is part of an op-ed series on behalf of the Civil Rights Coalition on Police Reform. The coalition, convened and led by the national Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, is comprised of over 30 national civil and human rights organizations, faith and community leaders working to address the nationwide epidemic of police brutality and lethal shootings, claiming the lives of Black men, women and youth; and provide necessary reforms to change the culture of policing in America. For more information, please visit www.lawyerscommittee. org.

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the health sciences.

The material says the Biomedical Research Infrastructure Center will be in the new building so that all the sciences laboratories will be near each other. This will encourage more collaboration between faculty and students.

McCrory said the investments in the sciences, with the new buildings at the historically black universities, will help those universities train students for the challenges ahead in the 21st century and to make North Carolina more competitive in the marketplace.

“Right now, more than ever, the competition for talent, the competition for jobs is greater than it’s ever been,” McCrory said on June 11. He mentioned competition with Tennessee, South Carolina and Virginia.

Volvo bypassed North Carolina when it was deciding where to put a new plant operation in the United States. According to news reports, Volvo considered three North Carolina sites and sought incentives from the state for its new

“Right now, more than ever, the competition for talent, the competition for jobs is greater than it’s ever been.”

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– Gov. Pat McCrory plant, which it eventually decided to build in Charleston, South Carolina. The plant will bring 4,000 jobs to that area.

“The state’s roads need attention as well as infrastructure,” McCrory said.

The governor’s office said the proposed bond for roads would pay for 27 permit-ready highway projects throughout North Carolina that have completed environmental documents. In addition, the bond would fund the paving of 176 unpaved secondary roads totaling 113 miles.

In the Winston-Salem area, money is proposed for the Winston-Salem Northern Beltway, which will connect with Interstate 74. Money also is proposed for a new medical examin-

er’s office in Forsyth County and improvements to Interstate 40.

McCrory said he is looking at the future, which is what he says North Carolina should be doing.

Lawmakers should be looking at “what we can do today to help generation after generation for years and decades to come.”

The governor’s office said that because of the state’s fiscal strength and strong balance sheet, no tax increase is needed to fund the bonds and the state’s AAA bond rating would be preserved.

“Now is the time for action,” McCrory said.

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Winston-Salem group supports McCrory’s Connect NC bond proposal SPECIAL TO THE CHRONICLE

Raleigh, N.C. — Gov. Pat McCrory’s Connect NC bond proposal has gained the support of two key Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs), including one in Winston-Salem.

The Cabarrus-Rowan MPO Transportation Advisory Committee and the Winston-Salem MPO Transportation Advisory Committee have both passed resolutions demonstrating official support for placing the Connect NC bond initiative on the ballot in November.

“Local planning organization leaders understand that long-term investments in our state’s transportation infrastructure translates to jobs, economic development and improved quality of life for future generations,” McCrory said. “I applaud these organizations for their call to let the voters decide on these important investments.”

“Enhanced mobility across North Carolina’s transportation network is a major factor impacting economic growth and job creation,” explains the WinstonSalem MPO resolution.

The Cabarrus-Rowan Chamber underscores the urgency to act now. “Interest rates are at historical lows and it has never

been less expensive to make long-term investments,” theCabarrus-Rowan resolution states.

Both MPOs call for the General Assembly to place the Connect NC bond initiative on the November 2015 ballot.

Connect NC is targeted investments in North Carolina’s roads, education, public health, parks and military. From small farming towns to large cities, Connect NC projects will benefit every community across the state while creating thousands of jobs along the way.

The proposal includes two bonds of approximately $1.5 billion each — one for roads, the other for infrastructure — which would go before the voters for approval either in October or November. The proposed transportation bond would pay for 27 permit-ready highway projects throughout North Carolina that have completed environmental documents.

In addition, the bond would fund the paving of 176 unpaved secondary roads totaling 113 miles. Because of the state’s fiscal strength and strong balance sheet, no tax increase is needed to fund the bonds and the state’s AAA bond rating would be preserved.

To learn more about Connect NC, visit http://www.connect.nc.gov.

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Old Salem Museums & Gardens offers free admission to military personnel and families SPECIAL TO THE CHRONICLE

Old Salem Museums & Gardens announces its participation in Blue Star Museums, a collaboration among the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense, and more than 2,000 museums across America.

Old Salem Museums & Gardens will offer free admission to all active duty military personnel and their families through

Labor Day 2015.

“Old Salem Museums & Gardens is honored to be able to give something back to our military and their families through this wonderful program,” said Ragan Folan, president and CEO. “It is a great way to thank them for all they do for our country. We look forward to welcoming them to Old Salem. Blue Star Museums is a perfect fit with our All-American Summer theme. We have numerous events and activities going on all summer long at Old Salem.”

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City ward talks schedule for ‘Winston-Salem’s Architectural Heritage’ SPECIAL TO THE CHRONICLE

Heather Fearnbach, the author of “WinstonSalem’s Architectural Heritage,” will make presentations through midAugust that will focus on individual wards in the city.

The presentations started with the North Ward on Tuesday, June 16, at Hanes Hosiery Recreation Center, 501 Reynolds Blvd. The next one will be for the Northwest Ward on Tuesday, June 30 at 6 p.m. at Reynolda Manor Branch Library, 2839 Fairlawn Dr. “ W i n s t o n - S a l e m ’s Architectural Heritage,” commissioned by the Historic Resources Commission, provides a fascinating record of how and why Winston-Salem grew. In the records for the historically significant structures it describes their architectural style, when

they were built, who built them, and who occupied them.

The book documents the development of the more than 110 neighborhoods and how they came to be. The text is augmented with more than 900 documentary, and current images of historically or architecturally significant buildings as well as neighborhoods.

Copies of the book will be available for purchase, by check or cash only at the presentations.

Through July 1, the cost is $40, payable by cash or check.

After July 1 the discount will be discontinued and the book will sell for $60.

The book is also available for purchase at the Stuart Municipal Building, 100 E. First St., or can be ordered online at CityofWS.org/HeritageBo ok.

Other ward presentations will be:

*July 21: East Ward, 6 p.m. at Rupert Bell Community Center, 1501 Mt. Zion Place *July 28: Southeast Ward, 6 p.m. at Sprague Street Community Center, 1350 East Sprague St. *Aug. 4: South Ward, 6 p.m. at Southside Library, 3185 Buchanan St.

*Aug.18: Southwest Ward, 6 p.m. at Miller Park Recreation Center, 400 Leisure Lane.

Presentations for the West and Northeast Wards will be held in the fall and have not yet been scheduled. Additional presentations are being set up for civic groups, colleges and other locations that will be posted online as they are

Michelle McCullough, Winston-Salem/Forsyth County project planner, leads an informational Winston-Salem Neighborhood Trolley Tours tour through historic Winston-Salem neighborhoods on Saturday, May 30, during Historic Preservation Month. The tours highlighted history and architectural heritage, which are part of the book “Winston-Salem’s Architectural Heritage.” The tours were offered by Preserve Historic Forsyth. The tours were sponsored by Leonard Ryden Burr Real Estate, 50 West Fourth, Inspired Spaces and the City of Winston-Salem.

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confirmed. “ W i n s t o n - S a l e m ’s Architectural Heritage” is the culmination of an eightyear survey and research project financed by the state Historic Preservation

WSSU goes through processess before ending degree programs CHRONICLE STAFF REPORT

Recently WinstonSalem State University (WSSU) made decisions to consolidate or discontinue some of its degree programs.

WSSU, on its own and as part of the University of North Carolina system, reviews degree programs to determine whether the programs are viable for students, who must enter the marketplace after graduation. The university uses processes to make those decisions.

Recently, the University of North Carolina Board of Governors voted to discontinue or consolidate 56 degree programs across the University of North Carolina system out of 221 programs that failed to meet established productivity standards. Since 1995, the Board of Governors has conducted a review of academic programs every two years “to help ensure best use of scarce state resources, reduce program duplication, and redirect scarce resources to higher priority programs based on changing state needs and student demand.”

WSSU administrators explained that when WSSU, like all institutions of the UNC system, identify programs that are low producing, or don’t attract a set number of students, it has several options in proposing solutions.

Those options include retaining the program with specific plans for increasing enrollments, restructuring the program or discontinuing the program.

Institutions must consider several factors when deciding on a particular solution.

Some of these factors include institutional mission, institutional academic portfolio, enrollment trends, sustainability and resources needed to offer the program relative to enrollment levels.

In the 2014-2015 review cycle, WSSU had seven undergraduate and four graduate programs identified as low producing.

In preparing the institutional response to this year’s report, WSSU underwent a process of consultation involving the Office of the Provost, the Office of the Dean of the College of Arts, Sciences, Business and Education; and department chairs for each of the programs deemed low producing.

The Office of the Dean of the College and department chairs for each of the programs deemed low pro-

ducing were provided relevant data and information and invited to engage in a broad discussion about academic priorities and resources.

Department chairs were then asked to consult with their departmental faculty colleagues in formulating responses, which were forwarded to the dean.

The dean reviewed the responses and forwarded the recommendations to the provost.

The provost considered the responses using the required factors in submitting the formal WSSU recommendations.

The institutional recommendations were forwarded to the UNC General Administration and further vetted in consultation with the provost.

The final recommendations were presented to the Board of Governors for approval.

Among the degree programs deemed low producing were some Education graduate programs. Two Education graduate programs identified for review were the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) and the Master of Art in Teaching English as a Second Language and Applied Linguists (MATESLAL).

The MAT is a program designed specifically for individuals who would like to teach after earning a bachelor’s degree in another area. The MATESLAL is a teacher training program that introduces teachers and others to the specific theoretical and pedagogical concerns regarding second language acquisition and learning.

After reviewing both programs and the strategic directions of the graduate programs in Education, WSSU proposed that the Master of Arts in Teaching be restructured into a single graduate program with a concentration in Teaching English as a Second Language and Applied Linguistics.

“The new program will strengthen the focus of our graduate efforts in Education and attract individuals from non-teaching backgrounds and other academic programs interested in entering the teaching profession,” WSSU said in a statement. “WSSU is committed to offering an innovative program that reflects the dramatic changes in the field and designed to prepare a new generation of students for diverse educational settings.”

Another graduate degree, the Master of Education in Elementary Education (M.Ed.), was put

on moratorium by the department over two years ago because of low interest and low enrollment. The program is designed as an advanced degree program for individuals who already hold a teaching license.

WSSU proposed to end the degree and focus on strengthening core academic programs in education after reviewing the continued downward enrollment trend and prospects for the M.Ed. program and similar programs in North Carolina.

“In addition to the biennial review of academic programs by the UNC Board of Governors,

Winston-Salem State University continuously reviews and examines its academic programs in a concerted effort to strengthen signature academic programs, enhance less robust academic programs, and realign and develop new academic programs consistent with our institutional mission and strategic priorities,” WSSU said. “Working with the UNC system and working across the university, WSSU will continue to offer students a broad, high quality educational experience that will enable them to assume leading positions in society.”

Office and the city. The project expanded the scope of previous historic architectural resource analysis, including Forsyth County’s first comprehensive survey, completed by Gwynne

Stephens Taylor in 1980.

The results of that survey were published in 1981 as “From Frontier to Factory: An Architectural History of Forsyth County.”

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pavement, replacing 10 bridges and improving ramps for more efficient traffic flow. This project is to last for two years.

Connie James, deputy director of transportation, presented a slideshow that gave more details about the Business 40 project.

“What the consultant has looked at in the traffic models, the capacity that’s going to be necessary during the closure of Business 40 is not conducive to the two-way movements because of signal timing issues,” James said. “So this would be something the two-way conversions would happen after the project’s complete.”

A public survey was conducted by Davenport in which 630 respondents gave their feedback about the downtown street study.

The public is in favor of converting Main and Liberty streets to two-way traffic. They would also like to see First and Second streets converted to twoway, better pedestrian accommodations and street improvements on these main roads as well as more parking spots.

“At the end of the day, we want more tourists to drive to Winston in a way that they would have a feel of the downtown area,” said Frank Amenya, project manager. “We also want to have pedestrians feel safe walking downtown and those who ride bikes to also feel safe.”

Amenya also spoke of making accommodations to curb people speeding through downtown and making more parking available for tourists without conflicting with business parking.

“Bottom line is that we need to improve downtown and how we get in and out of downtown,” said Walt Kinsey, resident and business owner. “It takes people from all walks of life having an emphasis to see it move forward. There’s a need for people who’re interested in the change and who will speak up for the change. Not just any change, but something that will be beneficial to the community.”

Council Member Jeff Macintosh of the Northwest Ward was excited about the study while giving details about traffic calming and safety.

“I lived in this neighborhood for over 10 years and did a bunch of restoration work,” Macintosh said.

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The next formal presentation is scheduled for Thursday, July 9, at the Old Salem Visitors Center.

Afterward, the project will be submitted for City Council’s approval in the fall.

To find out more about the Downtown Study, go to www.wsdowntownstreetstudy.com. For more information about the Business 40 project, go to www.business40nc.com.

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“Post construction, making the two-way traffic conversion will feel more residential and feel less like a highway. It will feel more like a neighborhood street, so it’s positive for people who want to walk to get to downtown.”

Macintosh relayed that the downtown project is expected to begin late 2017, early 2018. In spite of the traffic detours and delays that’s ahead, he feels it’ll be worth it in the long

The marchers line up to follow behind the hearse, representing the loss of valuable lives. ers: Joseph Charles Price, stay for two weeks. I stayed extended family concept is the founder of Livingstone in the hotel to take care of African. There must always College; James E. Shepard, my daughter and made sure be an authority figure in the founder of North Carolina she did her homework.” household.”

Central University, and Dr. Davis also brought his Sophomore Dion Martin Luther King, Jr. daughter to live in Brinson Jr., who will attend Davis is the father of Winston-Salem while her Carver High School in the one daughter, and although mother completed her dis- fall, delivered a spokenhe and her mother sertation. He resigned from word piece called “Our divorced, he made it a pri- the University of Delaware Dad.” ority to include his daugh- even though he took a large Minister Effinguan ter I his life. cut in his salary.

Muhammad of Nation of “A father needs to sup“It was the right thing Islam Mosque #56 port his child by going to to do. I did not want to have informed the audience games, concerts, recitals. to look back and say that I about the upcoming celeChildren need to know they wish I had been there for bration for the 20th have support. My wife and her. I did not want to have anniversary of the Million I divorced, but when my to regret my decision. I did Man March. daughter was inducted into all I could do for my Nakida McDaniels, the National Honor daughter. I have no lead organizer on the staff Society, I flew out to regrets,” Davis said. “As a of Neighbors for Better Oregon, although I could father, you should do all Neighborhoods (NBN), only stay a few hours. I was that you can to support that spoke to the audience about teaching at Ohio State. I child. Support them finan- gaining access to resources wanted to be with her,” cially and spiritually. for their communities Davis said. “One year, her Reinforce the ideals, the through the NBN. mother went to England to family structure. The

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Community volunteers greeted the marchers with bottled water as they entered the recreation center.

The group was comprised of supporters from various churches, fraternities, sororities and community organizations.

They ended up at the Carl Russell Recreation Center for the annual “Honor Your Father 2015” gathering, where Dr. Lenwood G. Davis, retired Winston-Salem State University history professor, served as the keynote speaker. Several fathers were honored for their

mentoring efforts: Davis, Coach Brian Leak, Coach Andrew Williams, Leroy Richardson Jr., and Ben Piggott, who was honored by his nieces Reynita McMillan and Asha Piggott.

When Davis walked to the front of the room, some of his former students from WSSU cheered for him.

“I want to thank Mr. Piggott for inviting me here today. He and I are working on a book about the life and times of four early Prince Hall Masons, and it should be out by the end of the year,” Davis said.

Davis discussed the value of the extended family system that was passed down from the African continent and was brought to the United States.

“If the father were sold to another plantation, it has always been important to have an authority figure in the home, whether it was a father, a grandmother, uncle or grandfather.

Someone had to raise the child in the slave cabin,” Davis said.

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“White Lives Matter!” “All Lives Matter!” “All People Matter!” “All Women Matter, All Men Matter, All Fathers Matter!” “All Mothers Matter!” “All Children Matter!” “All Churches Matter!” “Our Community Matters!” “All Babies Matter!”

These calls and responses continued in this fashion as Ben Piggott, center supervisor of the Carl Russell Recreation Center, led the participants in the fourth annual “Honor Your Father Unity March.”

More than 60 followers marched from the nearby Solid Rock Baptist Church parking lot, where they met for prayer and solidarity.

Piggott hugged each marcher one by one and thanked them for being involved.

They marched behind a black hearse driven by H.E. Alberto W. Lorenzo, world director of the United Nations of Indians. The group claimed much atten-

tion as they advanced down Carver School Road on the afternoon of Sunday, June 7. Neighbors and their children came outside of their houses. Cars pulled over to make room for the group and to a s k questions about t h e march.

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WSFD outlast Warcats press to earn the victory in annual charity game

BY TEVIN STINSON THE CHRONICLE

On Saturday June 13, at the Fulton YMCA, 385W. Hanes Mill Road.

Members of the Winston-Salem Fire Department put down their fire proof suits and laced up their basketball kicks to take on the WinstonSalem Lady Warcats.

The Lady Warcats are members of the Women’s Blue Chip Basketball League (WBCBL), a semi-professional league for women.

The team is a registered non-profit organization and survives off donations from fans and a number of sponsors. First year head coach Christopher Geter said charity games like this one, is one of the ways the team earns money to take care of travel expenses as well as organizing events in the community for children.

“This game has been in existence for a couple of years,” Geter said. “All proceeds go towards funding the Lady Warcats and funding community events such as bas-

ketball camps and a mentor program called Sister to Sister.”

Although the game was for charity and didn’t count against their record, Geter and the Warcats did not want to leave the gym without the win.

“We’re defiantly coming in here to get the win,” Geter laughed. “The team actual beat them last year so we’re trying to keep them with a “L” this year as well.”

Photos by Tevin Stinson “We have a motto TCB, Members of the Winston-Salem Lady Warcats and Winston-Salem Fire take care of business and thats what we expect to do Department prepare for a jump ball during a charity game held on Saturday, every time we step on the June 13 at the Fulton YMCA. court, charity game or not.”

Behind some streaky shooting and offensive rebounds Members of the fire department knew what they were up aganist in this years competition and seemed prepared the WSFD were able to escape with a 95-80 victory.

Early in the game the Lady Warcats showed a press for everything the Lady Warcats threw at them, and were determined to get the win as well.

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Family’s baseball roots run deep for Dash’s T.J. Williams

BY CRAIG T. GREENLEE FOR THE CHRONICLE

For the most part, minor-league baseball players live a transient kind of lifestyle.

T h a t ’ s because the primary goal is to play well enough during the course of the season to be promoted to a higher level of play.

As a result, players in the m i n o r s remain in a state of readiness to move at a m o m e n t ’s notice. It’s all Williams part of the process of moving up through the farm

system until the ultimate goal is reached – getting the call to play for a Major L e a g u e team.

Photo by Erin Mizelle for the Winston-Salem Chronicle Case in point: T.J. Winston-Salem Dash first baseman, Tyler “T.J.” Williams, right, completes the double-play as he tags “out" W i l l i a m s . Salem Red Sox’s Franklin Guzman on Friday, May 15, at BB&T Ballpark in downtown Winston-Salem.

The 24-yearold infielder started the season with the additional family ties to baseball. He has to work.”

“Every day you wake up and realize Kannapolis Intimidators (lower Class-A). three brothers who are, or who have been, Five weeks into the season, however, connected to the sport in some aspect. you have an opportunity to do something Williams was called up to play for the Dedrick, a former White Sox scout, played you love and you never want to take that Winston-Salem Dash (high Class-A) in college baseball at Wichita State. Kenny Jr. for granted. My father prepared all of us to is a scout for the Arizona Diamondbacks; deal with whatever might come our way.” mid-May. The transition players must make in Even before turning pro out of Pima and Kyle (drafted by the White Sox out of Community College (Ariz.), Williams high school), plays wide receiver for the moving up to a higher competitive level always presents its share of challenges. already had firsthand knowledge about the Kansas City Chiefs of the NFL. “Growing up with a baseball back- Before being promoted, Williams was havlife of a pro athlete. His father, Ken Williams, played six seasons in the Major ground, I always saw my father get ready,” ing arguably the best stretch of his fourLeagues (Chicago White Sox, Detroit said Williams. “Plus, my brothers played a year pro career. For the first 15 days in Tigers, Montreal Expos and Toronto Blue lot of sports. They taught me to always be May, he had a .371 batting average with Jays). Today, the elder Williams is an exec- ready to compete. There can’t be any off Kannapolis (.273 for the season up to that days because the day you take off might be utive vice-president of the White Sox. See Roots on B2 Aside from his father, T.J. Williams has the same day that your opponent continues

Veteran golf coach’s joy is watching his players grow, mature

BY CRAIG T. GREENLEE FOR THE CHRONICLE

Lewis Green is a veteran golf coach who used to have zilch interest in the sport. He didn’t start playing until the age of 30.

Prior to that, he never had any exposure to golf and never watched the pros play on TV. But once he picked up some golf clubs, he developed a seemingly everlasting passion for the game.

Green, a retired Army

veteran, was first introduced to golf while he was stationed at Fort Benning, Georgia. A co-worker brought a shag bag and sand wedge to the job, and during lunch break, he’d practice hitting balls. At first, Green declined invitations to play. Eventually, though, he decided to give it a try.

Known to most people as “Sarge,” Green has vivid memories of his first encounter with the game. “I tried to hit that little ball

and couldn’t do it to save my soul,” said Green. “I was so frustrated that I went to a pawn shop that night and bought me a set of golf clubs.”

That was just the beginning. Every day after work, Green and his coworker would leave and hone their skills at a 9-hole golf course at Fort Benning. On every visit, they played 36 holes without the use of a golf cart.

“It took me about eight months to go from

shooting in the 100s to shooting in the low 80s,” he recalled. “I’ve been in love with golf ever since. It’s the only game I’ve ever played that you can’t master.”

“You see a number of different athletes dominate in other sports. In golf, though, dominance doesn’t last. You can go out today and shoot 65 and tomorrow you could wind up shooting 85. That’s just how the game is.”

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son, Porter averaged 6.2 points and 5.2 rebounds and was voted All-CIAA as When Ashley Porter a key figure coming off the left home three years ago to bench. This past season, play basketball for Porter moved into the startWinthrop University (in ing lineup and further South Carolina), the future solidified her reputation as looked promising. Porter, a a low-post threat at both two-time all-conference ends of the floor (9.4 pick at Carver High points, 6.9 rebounds and School, was expected to 1.3 blocks per game). flourish at the next level.

“As a team, all of us Instead, the 6-foot-3 feel like we can go a long center suffered from burn way next season,” said out. Convinced that it was Porter, a rising time for her to senior and sports leave the game management for good, Porter major. “We’re left Winthrop deep at every after her freshposition. It’s just man year. The a matter of everysummer of 2013, body getting on however, proved the same page. to be a pivotal The No. 1 goal is point. to get that (conPorter ference champiPorter attended summer onship) ring.” school at Johnson Porter’s arrival at J.C. C. Smith University and Smith was somewhat irondecided to give basketball ic. Stephen Joyner Jr., the one more try. Since then, Golden Bulls women’s she has evolved as a formi- coach, knew all about dable presence in the paint Porter during her high for the Golden Bulls, who school days. At that time, are expected to make a Joyner was the women’s strong run at the CIAA title coach at Winston-Salem next season. Because State University.

Winthrop is a Division I “Having watched school, Porter didn’t have Ashley for two years, I was to sit out a season as a already very familiar,” said transfer because J.C. Smith Joyner, whose team posted competes in Division II. a 20-8 finish this past seaIn her sophomore sea- son. “There was never a

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“I’m not playing this cut the lead to five before year but I am here to repreWSFD coach Jerrod Hardy sent the fire department,” made adjustments during a Stowe said. “Anytime you timeout. can support a positive com“That press gave us a munity organization like few problems but after that this everybody wins.” first timeout we were ready Admission to the game to go,” said Hardy.

Hardy who said he was was $7, during half time a aware of the teams strug- raffle was drawn for a 32 gles against the Warcats in inch flat screen television. the past was pleased with It is unclear how much the way his team played money was raised during and was happy they got the the game but the Warcats hope to have a grand total win.

“It feels good to get our by the end of this week.

Ashley Porter (14) has blossomed as a bonafide lowpost force at both ends of the floor for Johnson C. Smith. doubt that she would go out at Winthrop.”

As things turned out, Division I. But we still reached out to her to let her the timing couldn’t have know that she could always worked out better for the join us if things didn’t work Golden Bulls and Porter, Photos by Johnson C. Smith University Athletics

who was also recruited by Clemson, South Carolina, East Carolina and Norfolk State. At the time of Porter’s departure from Winthrop, Joyner had just completed his first season at J.C. Smith. Once the coach and former recruit reconnected, it was hardly surprising that Porter would resume her basketball career at JCSU. “With me being a familiar face, I believe that had a lot to do with her joining us,” said Joyner.

“Ashley has grown and matured so much. If she controls the paint, Johnson C. Smith will be successful. She’s so effective that she commands doubleteams every time she touches the basketball.”

“I’ve told Ashley that the paint is her home.

Nothing should happen in her home unless she allows it to happen. We have a lot of pieces on our team for next season, but she’s clearly one of the key pieces that have helped to turn our program around.”

Aside from Porter’s low-post skills, she’s evolved as a leader who sets the emotional tempo with her energy, dedication to the game, and words of encouragement to teammates. Entering her final college season, Porter has

fully embraced her role.

“Ashley has never been the type of athlete who looks for the limelight,” said Joyner. “She could produce a doubledouble and not want to talk about it. She would rather talk about the point guard who fed her the ball that enabled her to get that double-double. Now she’s more at ease in talking about her game and what she’s able to contribute.”

Porter never envisioned having a basketball career after high school.

During her early years at Carver, she never thought about college hoops. It wasn’t until after her sophomore year at J.C. Smith that she warmed up to the idea that she is more than capable to hold her own at the college level and beyond. Porter has already attracted interest from women’s pro teams overseas.

“When I was in high school, I didn’t have any desire to play in college,” she said. “Looking back on where I was then and where I am now, I’m way beyond where I thought I would be as far as playing basketball.

I’ve come to realize that my basketball career doesn’t have to stop when my senior season of college is over.”

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redemption after losing last years game, they say revenge is a meal best served cold and we got it today,” laughed Hardy.

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experience as a golf coach at R.J. Reynolds High School.

Initially, he coached football, but in the late ‘90s, he stepped in as an assistant golf coach to help former head coach Howard West, who also coached boys’ basketball.

During that time, the Demons won three straight state championships in basketball and as a result, the extended post-season for basketball created conflicts with the start of pre-season practice for golf. Green conducted try-outs and ran team practices until West became available once basketball season was over.

Green has been in charge of the golf program since 2005 when West resigned and went to Reagan High School.

During Green’s head coaching tenure, RJR has won six Central Piedmont Conference titles, which

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includes three straight from 2013 through this year.

The Demons got off to a slow start this spring.

But midway through the season, they began to play up to their potential. Aside from bagging another conference tournament championship, Reynolds won its regional and qualified for a spot in the Class 4-A state tournament. RJR finished ninth in the team standings.

It was the third year in a row in which the Demons placed inside the top 10 at the state.

The golfers that Green coaches at RJR are not novices. Most started playing the game as elementary-school-aged youngsters at private clubs.

Green’s points of emphasis have more to do with handling the mental aspects of the game as opposed to teaching shot technique and swing mechanics.

“Golf is a tough sport, so having ups and downs can be expected,” he said.

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Since his arrival in WinstonSalem, Williams has had his ups and downs in getting adjusted to Carolina League pitching. As the Dash’s designated hitter, Williams’ batting average was .200 with 6 RBIs in his first 20 games. Williams understands that it’s crucial for him to continue working on pitch recognition and swing mechanics.

One of Williams’ better moments came in Winston-Salem’s 9-8 comethis game, it’s inevitable that you’ll hit bad shots. If you dwell on what happened on an earlier hole, it could carry over to the next hole, or maybe the rest of the round.”

“These kids know how to play. I’m just there to help keep them calm and focused. Every now and then, I’ll give them a pat on the back. At other times, when needed, I might have to give them a kick in the butt.”

Green, who retired from teaching three years ago, points to several factors which have paved the way for Reynolds’ success on the golf course.

Factor 1: Five years ago, he made the decision to change practice sites from the Reynolda Park Golf Course to Winston Lake, which features its share of challenging slopes and narrow fairways.

Making that switch, he explained, has produced satisfying dividends for Reynolds golfers.

back win over the Salem Red Sox on June 1. Williams delivered a run-scoring single, which contributed to the late-game resurgence.

“In that comeback game, there were times when I felt like I tried to do a little too much in my first two atbats,” he said. “I was hard on myself after I missed two fastballs that I should’ve hammered. When I step into that box, I just want to live in the present and focus on what’s happening right then at that moment as opposed to what I succeeded at or failed at earlier in the game.”

Strategy is a huge part of baseball. Players, coaches and managers

“I knew that if my kids could play well at that course, they could play anywhere,” he said.

“Winston Lake is one of the toughest courses in this county. It’s tight. You just can’t pick up your driver and bomb it. You have to know where to put the ball and if you put it in the right place, you have a very good chance of posting good scores. If you don’t do that, you’re in trouble. Other high schools hate playing at Winston Lake because it’s such a difficult course to play.”

Factor 2: Reynolds golfers tend to be highly self-motivated, so there’s seldom an issue as it relates to work ethic and willingness to put in the necessary time to improve one’s game. “These kids want to play and they want to be good,” Green said. “And they have a great support base from their parents.

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employ a variety of strategies to produce the desired results. On the other hand, Williams focuses solely on the basics.

“Baseball is a mental game,” he explained. “At the plate, sometimes you can overanalyze. At the end of the day, it’s a game where you have to put the barrel of the bat on the ball.

So, it comes down to being consistent each day.”

“Even though you have to know what to do based on the situation, you can’t think too much. If you do, it will slow your reactions down. This game really is about reactions.”

me their undying support.”

“That makes things a lot easier for me. If I have to discipline a kid, the parent agrees with me wholeheartedly. I don’t have to argue with a parent about why I did this or why I did that.”

Factor 3: Reynolds plays six players in conference matches. But there’s no set rotation for which six players will play in any given event. The top four scores among team members automatically leads to thier advance to play in the next competition. The players who finish fifth and sixth have to battle other team members in practice to determine who earns the last two spots to play in the next match.

“This keeps everybody hungry,” said Green.

“If they’re not in the top four, they have to go back to the drawing board and work on improving. They have to earn the opportunity to play.”

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faction for Green, a sixtime conference Coach of the Year, transcends winning tournament titles.

What he enjoys most is the coach-player dialogue, which can help them perform to the best of their ability.

“Accolades are fine, but interacting with young people is the most important thing,” he said. “Our last group of seniors all started out together as freshmen.

I watched them learn, grow and mature. That gives me a good feeling to see how much they developed during that length of time.”

“Maturity plays an important role in golf. Yes, it takes physical ability to play this game, but it also takes a lot of mental ability.

You have to be mentally focused, but not to the point where you’re tight all the time. You have to be loose, but focused.”

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Kevin Troup has been hired to take over Salem volleyball program SPECIAL TO THE CHRONICLE

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Winston-Salem’s Omar Narvaez breaks the bat at the point of impact late in the matchup against the Wilmington Blue Rocks of Wilmington, Delaware, at BB&T Ballpark in downtown, Winston-Salem on Wednesday, June 10. The Blue Rocks would prove to be too much of an offensive threat as they would easily cruise to the finish line over the Winston-Salem Dash by a final score of 11-5.

The Salem College director of athletics, Melissa Barrett, has announced that Kevin Troup has been hired to take over the volleyball program.

Troup takes over for Dana Wall, who announced her retirement in February.

Troup will oversee a program that is coming off of its second Great South Athletic Conference Tournament Championship and trip to the NCAA Division III Tournament.

"Coach Troup will be an excellent addition to the athletics staff," said Salem

College director of athletics, Melissa Barrett. "His volleyball experience and local recruiting connections are assets that will help continue the Spirits' momentum as a championship level NCAA Division III program."

Troup has several local ties to volleyball in the Piedmont-Triad. He is currently a head coach for an under 17 team for the Champion Volleyball Club.

He also is a head coach and assistant director of coaching for the Beach South Volleyball Club.

For the past two years, Troup has worked at R.J. Reynolds High School.

This year he was the head coach for the varsity pro-

gram. He also coached a beach club program at the high school.

Before Reynolds, Troup was an assistant coach at WinstonSalem State University for three years, during their transition into the NCAA Division I. Salem College is a member of the NCAA Division III and Great South Athletic Conference.

The Spirits will begin to play in the USA South during the 2016-2017 school year.

Salem College, a liberal arts college for women, values its students as individuals, develops their unique potential and prepares them to change the world.

Special Olympics, YWCA to hold ‘Superhero Spectacular’ weekend SPECIAL TO THE CHRONICLE

Special Olympics Forsyth County is partnering with the Gateway YWCA to hold a “Superhero Spectacular” weekend on Friday and Saturday, June 26-27, that will include races and a Zumba party to support Special Olympics athletes.

All proceeds for the events will go toward providing Special Olympics athletes one-year memberships to the Gateway YWCA. Weekend events start with a Zumba party from 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, June 26.

Tickets are $10 and food, merchandise and agency vendors will be on hand.

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Every 5K and 10K registration will provide a oneyear membership to the Gateway YWCA, said Lisa Kiser, the local coordinator for Special Olympics Forsyth County. “We’re urging everyone to come dressed as their favorite superhero and ‘fly’ through our one mile, 5K or 10K races.”

Kiser adopted the superhero theme for the weekend because, “We are all heroes to someone. The athletes of Special Olympics Forsyth County are heroes to me every day in some way. I want to make sure that they are encouraged to be strong and brave to overcome the day-to-day battles they face. Heroes also come from our coaches and volunteers. They empower our

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To register for the race, visit CityofWS.org and search for “Special Olympics.” To sponsor an athlete for a one-year membership without registering for the race, contact Kiser at 727-2425 or lisak@cityofws.org.

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Happening Now VBS, food giveaway, Men’s Conference The Greater Tabernacle Worship Center is having Vacation Bible School until Friday, June 19.

Today (Thursday, June 18), there will be a Food Box giveaway from noon to 2 p.m. at 2058 Dellabrook Road. The Men's Conference will also be today, with a gospel concert at 7 p.m. at the church, 1410 Attucks St. The Men's Conference will continue on June 19 at 7 p.m. On Saturday, June 20, the men will host a health fair and breakfast. The Men's Conference will conclude on Sunday, June 21, at the morning service. There will be the Aftermath on Saturday, June 27 at 6:30 p.m., and Song Requests for $5 on Sunday, June 28 at 4 p.m. at GTWC. The host pastor will be Apostle Brenda J. McCloud. For more information, contact the church at 336-777-1113.

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Souls for Christ Walkathon The Antioch Christian Church will be having its Souls for Christ Walkathon on Saturday, June 20 at 9 a.m. on 1432 Underwood Ave. For more information, contact the church at 336-725-3439 or go to www.facebook.com/antioch1432.

20th Year Celebration The C.R.T. Golden Lamb Rest Home, Inc. will be having its 20th year celebration on Saturday, June 20 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. on 1515 Golden Lamb Ct. Performances will be by the C.R.T. Mass Choir, "The Group" (Quartet), C.R.T. Brass Ensemble and more. Free food, vendors and events for kids. Bishop Willie Davis Jr. is pastor. For more information or vending questions, call 336-7279119.

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Minister Jerry Arnette to speak at Morning Star on Father’s Day

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The Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church, 1400 Fitch St., invites everyone to attend Morning Star Missionary Father’s Day worship service on Sunday, June 21, during the 10:45 a.m. morning service.

Minister Jerry Arnette will deliver the preached word during this service.

Reverend Dr. Dennis Leach Sr. is pastor of the church.

For more information, please call the church office at 336-748-0216.

Born Again Free Deliverance Tabernacle holds first Deacons Conference

June 21 ‘Inheritance from our Fathers’ The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship will hear the Rev. Lisa Schwartz speak on “Inheritance from Our Fathers," on Sunday, June 21 at 10:30 a.m. on 4055 Robinhood Road. The 9 a.m. forum will be a discussion of current events moderated by Ken Ostberg. For more information go to www.uufws.org.

Father's Day Service The Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church will have the Father's Day service on Sunday, June 21, at 11 a.m. at 1905 N. Jackson Ave. Guest speaker will be Deacon Tracy Hairston of the Greater Galilee Baptist Church. Paul W. Hart is pastor. For more information, contact the church at 336- 7611351.

Men's Day service The Wentz Memorial Congregational United Church of Christ (UCC) will be having a Men's Day Service on Sunday, June 21, at 11 a.m. on 3435 Carver School Road. The Rev. Roger E. Hayes, senior pastor of the Church of the Holy Spirit Fellowship, will deliver the keynote address. For more information, contact the church at 336-7220430.

Beginning June 22 Vacation Bible School Zion Memorial Missionary Baptist Church, 101 N. Dunleith Ave., invites everyone to Vacation Bible School from Monday, June 22 to Friday, June 26 from 6 to 8 p.m. nightly. This year’s theme is “What’s Love Got to Do with It?” Classes will be available for all ages with music and activities for the youth, and great fellowship for the whole family. Refreshments will be served and limited transportation will be provided. To register, call the church at 336-725-7390, Tuesday – Fridays, 9 a.m.

– 2 p.m., or stop by during these hours. The Vacation Bible School superintendent is the Rev. Randell Cain. Rev. Dr. Joseph Jones is the host pastor.

VBS at New Light Vacation Bible School at New Light Missionary Baptist Church, 1535 E. 15th St., will have its registration/kickoff party 11a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, June 20. The theme will be “Jesus …The True Superhero: Savior, Protector, Provider” from Monday, June 22 to Friday, Hickerson June 26 at 6 to 8 p.m..

Students will discover who Jesus is and how they can be like Him. Students will learn to “Stand Firm” using the Word of God through crafts, music, and games. The Rev. Sam P. L. Hickerson is senior pastor. The public is invited to attend. For more

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The Born Again Free Deliverance Tabernacle will hold its first annual Deacons Conference Friday, June 19 through Sunday, June 21. at the church, 741 Moravia Street.

On Friday, everyone is invited to join the conference for praise and worship service. There will also be feature selections from the Born Again Free Church Male Chore.

On Saturday at 9 a.m., there will be Bible teaching/study for the Deacons only. Everyone is invited on Saturday night at 7 p.m. to attend another praise and worship service.

For more information regarding the Deacons conference, visit bornagainfreechurch.org or call 336251-8717.

MALE program The Holy Trinity Full Gospel Baptist Church is having a MALE (Men Accomplishing Life Earnestly) program on Saturday, June 20 at 5 p.m. on 5307 Peters Creek Pkwy. The program is designed for redirecting the lives of men with principles and standards. Free event for men of all ages.

For more information contact the church office at 336-784-9347.

Choir Celebration The Choir of St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, 810 N. Highland Ave., invites you to attend its annual celebration on Saturday, June 20, at 5 p.m.

Special guests will be: trumpeter Wayne Andrus and guitarist Ricky Jessup. This event is free, however, an offering will be taken. A reception will follow. Wallace Wright is director of music. The Rev. Dr. Hector Sintim is the Priest in Charge. Call 366766-2344 for more information.

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Above: Born Again Free Church Male Chore will perform at the Deacons Conference.

Right: Deacons of Born Again Free Deliverance Tabernacle are shown.

Vessels Of Honor celebrates church, pastor anniversaries

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Vessels Of Honor Church Ministries, 3608 Ogburn Ave., is having its sixth Church Anniversary and sixth years pastor’s anniversary on Sunday, July 12. At 11 a.m., Pastor Fredrick Smalley of Sanctuary Of Faith Ministry in Winston-Salem, will speak.

At 4 p.m., Pastor Johnny Scott of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in Yadkinville, will speak.

Bishop Marvin Cremedy and Pastor Clara T. Cremedy lead the church.

Bishop Marvin Cremedy and Pastor Clara T. Cremedy

Selfishness Rebuked

Lesson Scripture: Amos 6:4-8, 11-14

By the end of this lesson, we should: • Explore our personal selfishness and ask God to help us control it • Recognize how selfishness breeds corruption and oppression • Commit to live a life that pleases God

Background: God blessed Israel with a strong surge in her economy. Syria’s army military power was destroyed under Jeroboam II (son of Joash, king of Israel). The boundaries were expanded as she controlled trade routes that criss- crossed the region. Revenues multiplied as Israel became wealthier than ever! As usual, in any nation no matter what continent, the rich got richer and the poor got poorer. The wealthy wanted more and more at the expense of the poor. They became land hungry driving the small farmers off their land along with the workers. The displaced poor moved to the cities. Due to the selfishness of the wealthy, corruption raised its ugly head. They did whatever they wanted to keep what they had and to get more. Sound familiar? The situation was so bad that the poor sold themselves into service along with their families! To survive, small merchants followed the examples of the wealthy. Corruption infiltrated the courts as well. If the wealthy couldn’t accomplish their goals, they bribed the judges! The middle class declined leaving the rich and the poor only. The “haves” became complacent and arrogant without accepting any responsibility and compassion

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towards the “have nots”.

Amos (who was among herdmen of Tekoa) often referred to as the angry Mildred prophet, lit into them Peppers expressing God’s disappointment in their behavior in Amos 2:6. This prophet Sunday concentration was to expose School Lesson their economic and social injustices while Hosea’s mission (Hosea was the son of Beeri, and was told by God, Go, take unto thee a wife of whoredoms and children of whoredoms: for the land hath committed great whoredom, departing from the Lord) was on their moral decay and religious corruption in Israel.

Lesson: The prophet’s third sermon (5:1-6:14) is a lament on their current state of things what’s about to happen. Their complacency is condemned and God’s judgment is near. He invites them to “Seek God and Live” in 5:4,6. The wealthy are stupid rich and very arrogant. Their minds say, “We’re God’s Chosen, He will protect us no matter what.” Their homes are elaborately decorated; they eat the best of everything; Their music/songs are played on top of the line instruments; and Their wine is the finest that money can buy. The other side of that coin reflects the abject poverty of the masses. Their beds are on mats on the floor; meat is a rarity, and their music is their groaning due to what they lacked! The poor have no wine and little oil (for medicine). Amos warns the wealthy that their self-

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Winston-Salem Youth chorus holding auditions for its 23rd season Winston-Salem Youth Chorus’ Class of 2014-2015.

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the Winston-Salem Youth chorus invites children ages 8 to 18 to audition for the 2015-2016 season, which begins at the end of August.

Auditions will be held on Monday, June 22 through Friday, June 26 and Monday, June 29 through thursday, July 2 between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. at St. timothy’s episcopal church, 2575 Parkway Drive.

Members of the WSYc learn vocal technique, theory, singing in other languages, discipline, confidence and

teamwork while performing beautiful choral arrangements. the chorus often collaborates with the UncSA, the WS Symphony, Piedmont Wind ensemble, Piedmont chamber singers and other groups in the region. they also travel and perform in other countries around the nation. the tours in the past have included performances in Austria, italy, France, chicago, new York city and new orleans. the Winston-Salem Youth chorus, a non-profit arts organization founded in 1993 has impacted the lives of

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hundreds of children and youth, through music education and performance experiences. the organization impacts the children with its mission to engage and develop youth from diverse backgrounds, and to enrich their lives by inspiring excellence in choral music. the WSYc now has around 100 members in four ensembles, ranging from grades 3-12 and representing more than 40 schools in Forsyth and surrounding counties.

For more information and to schedule an audition time, go to www.wsyouthchorus.org or contact the office at 336-703-0001.

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the Winston-Salem Alumnae chapter of Delta Sigma theta Sorority inc. sponsors the Little Miss America pageant every other year before the Jabberwock pageant. the Little Miss America pageant includes contestants ages 6-12. the contestants raise money and the one who raises the largest sum of money is crowned Little Miss America.

Amari renee’ Adams was crowned Little Miss America and indigo Beloved WilsonParker was awarded the "Spirit” award.

Fundraising for the Jabberwock pageant starts with the Little Miss America pageant, because the money raised by the contestants is used to supplement the scholarships awarded to the young ladies participating in the Jabberwock. this year's Little Miss America pageant featured four energetic and talented little girls: Amari renee Adams, daughter of Kenya Adams and Leroy richardson; tyra Jade hilliard, daughter of Mr. And Mrs. tyrone hilliard; Sierra Jahnelle riche, daughter of Ms. Marie Yacinthe and Mr. John James; Miss indigo Beloved Wilson-Parker, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David cornelius and Mr. Mason Parker. the contestants met together over several months and participated in multiple activities such as "how Do i See Myself," an etiquette class, and the creation of vision boards. elizabeth newton is president of the Winston-Salem Alumnae chapter. Dr. trina c.

Bethea is Little Miss America chairwoman.

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information, call the church at 336 724-6431.

Vacation Bible School First Waughtown Baptist church, 838 Moravia St., will conduct Vacation Bible School from 5:45 to 8:15 p.m. on Monday, June 22 through Friday, June 26. each session will begin with devotion followed by a repast from 6-6:30 p.m. classes and closing activities are scheduled for 6:40 – 8:15 p.m. this year’s theme is “Bible Blast to the Past.” otransportation will be available on a limited basis. children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult, and all unaccompanied children must have a permission form signed by a parent or guardian.

Forms are available at the church and from the van drivers.

Persons needing transportation should call transportation coordinator ronnie Wiggins at 336-918-9297 at least one day in advance and leave a name, phone number, address and the number of persons to be picked up. Pastor Dennis W. Bishop is senior pastor.

For more information contact, Marilyn L. roseboro, VBS Director 336-785-0969 or 336446-9631

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Beginning June 23 Vacation Bible School the calvary hill church of Greater Deliverance will be having its Vacation Bible School from tuesday, June 23 to Friday, June 26 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at 4591 Manning St. For questions and further information, contact elder Parish Powell at 336-744-3012.

June 28 School of Ministry the holy trinity Full Gospel Baptist church is having a School of Ministry session on Sunday, June 28 at 4 p.m. on 5307 Peters creek Pkwy. Featured speaker will be Pastor richard c.

Miller Sr. For more information, contact the church at 336-784-9347.

August 3 Lunch and learn the trinity Glen church will be having a lunch and learn on Monday, Aug. 3 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at 849 Waterworks road. the subject will about “conversation in Death and Dying.” Key speakers of this event will be Gary cook, M.Div., LScW, pastoral counselor and psychotherapist, and christopher ehrlich, hospice chaplain from hospice of the Piedmont. Please rSVP with number of people attending to bwoodard@trinityglen.

ishness and hypocritical worship will not continue. God abhors their behaviors! he goes on to tell them that on the Day of the Lord their symbols of wealth and power will be crushed. the illustrations about the horse and the oxen demonstrate tragedy following foolish actions. in israel, justice

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Ongoing Emergency food giveaway christ Kingdom Building Worship center, 3894 north hampton Dr., in partnership with second harvest Food Bank of nWnc, provides to the community at large an emergency Food Assistance Program on tuesdays (2 p.m.); Wednesdays (4:30 p.m.); Saturdays (first and third 10 a.m. - noon); and Saturdays (second and and fourth 8 a.m. – 10 a.m.)

Noon-Day Express new Liberty Baptist Ministries, 5009 Voss St., will host noon-Day express services on Wednesdays from noon12:45 p.m. Guest speakers from around the city and area will encourage your hearts at midweek preaching the Gospel of Power and commitment.

A lunch will be offered. the public is cordially invited to attend. rev. Dr. Linda Beal is the host pastor.

Food, Clothes Giveaway every second Saturday of each month from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., calvary hill church of Greater Deliverance inc. invites anyone who is in need of food and clothes. the Food Pantry and clothes closet is at 4951

has become poison and righteousness bitterness. on that Day, everything will be destroyed.

Life’s Application: Wake up!

Wake up, everybody God continues to hate our selfishness, arrogance, and corruption! We are created to live in community to help, encourage, and to share with each other. this is not condemnation of the wealthy but a wakeup call to be responsible, caring,

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(L-R) Indigo Beloved Wilson-Parker, is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Cornelius and Mason Parker; Tyra Jade Hilliard is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Tyrone Hilliard; Sierra Jahnelle Riche is the daughter of Marie Yacinthe and John James; and Amari Renee' Adams.

Manning St. Direct all question to Missionary tammy orr at 336-7443012.

Tuesday Service Join calvary hill church of Greater Deliverance inc. from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. on the fourth tuesday of each month at the Bethesda center, 930 north Patterson Ave., providing hope through teaching and preaching presented by calvary hill’s ministerial staff. For more information contact the church at 336-744-3012.

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and merciful toward all of humanity. the aim should be to live to please the creator. too often we allow our pride and arrogance to overcome us thinking that we are “better” than others. All of humanity is created by God and he/She has expectations of justice, mercy, and humility for each of us. Are we guilty like israel and Judah? God still judges individuals and nations for selfishness, arrogance, and corruption.

Winner Amari Renee' Adams is the daughter of Kenya Adams and Leroy Richardson.

KING

Mr. Elbert A. “Toby” “TK” King formerly of Winston-Salem, N.C. passed away in Rhode Island Hospital. He was preceded in death by his parents, Sallie Mae King and father, Floyd James Barber. Also left to mourn is his longtime Mary companion, Taylor; two daughters,

Jalpurnia Blalock and Laterkiethea Woodson; two sisters, Loretta Jackson and Almeana “Toni” Lyles; one aunt, Almeana Little. Toby leaves a host of stepchildren, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and a host of family and friends. Services were entrusted to SaundersDwyers Funerals of New Bedford, Massachusetts.

Macedonia Holiness Church Of God Of The Apostolic Faith, Inc.

Sunday Services Sunday School . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:45 a.m.

Morning Worship . . . . . . . . . 11:00 a.m.

M.Y.P.U . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30 p.m.

Bishop R.L. Wise, Sr.

D.D.; S.T.D. - Pastor

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

4111 Whitfield Drive Phone: 336-767-3700 Fax: 336-767-7006

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The first class of the Fortitude Mentoring Program celebrates the last week of the 2014-15 school year on Tuesday, June 9, alongside mentors and program creator, Kenny Brown (center, back) as the members proudly don their new T-shirts, donated by Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) Athletics and the office of Mayor Allen Joines.

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Elementary School boys, ranging from grades 2 to 5, as they learn the life skills and life lessons Brown believes often are left untaught in the classrooms of children in Title i schools.

Kenny Brown, 2015 WSSU graduate, wanted the young men of Fortitude to know that you can accomplish any dream that you can dream of, regardless of where you come from, if you work hard enough and if you believe.

He said he knows because he did just that.

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Kenny Brown, center, back, the leader of the Fortitude Mentoring Program, takes a break with the first class of the program.

United Way Meeting United Way staff will hold an open meeting to help people learn more about the United Way's Place-Based initiative and the application process today (Thursday, June 18) from 10:30 a.m. to noon at Carver High School, 3545 Carver School rd. The United Way staff will discuss why investments are being focused on interconnected solutions within neighborhoods.

The United Way will also provide an overview of the geographical focus area, its resident engagement work, and an overview of the application process.

Contact Noelle Stevenson at Noelle.stevenson@ uwforsyth.org to rSVP.

Piedmont Triad Airport Application Mayor Pro Tempore Vivian H. Burke is accepting applications from citizens interested in filling a vacancy on the Piedmont Triad Airport Authority.

Applicants must reside in the city limits of WinstonSalem. The application deadline is Friday, June 19.

For more information contact the City's secretary office at 336-727-2224 or e-mail to reneep@cityofws.org.

Summer Conservatory The Salvation Army of Winston-Salem is still taking applications for its 2015 Academy of Music and Arts Summer Conservatory.

The Salvation Army has partnered with the WinstonSalem Symphony and now offering violin as an elective. For more information call 336-970-0608 or go to http://www.salvationarmycarolinas.org/winstonsalem/porgrams/academyof-music-and-arts.

Applications will continue to be accepted until filled.

Bowling For Sickle Cell The Bold Lips for Sickle Cell will have its Bowling for Sickle Cell on Friday, June 19 from 7 to 9 p.m. at AMF Lanes off of Jonestown road. Presale tickets are $10 for kids and $15 for adults through EventBrite at www.boldlipsforsicklecellwsnc.eventbrite.com. On the day of the event at the door it will be $20 for kids and $25 for adults. Any business or family who would like to buy a lane, it will cost $45, which includes tickets plus shoes and bowling for two hours.

All proceeds go to Bold

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Lips for Sickle Cell, a community-based organization that focuses on sickle cell awareness and education. For more information, contact Jew-EL Darbone, founder and CFO, at jeweldarbone.blfsc@gmail .com or Boldlipsforsicklecell@gm ail.com.

Talent Show The SG Atkins Alumni Association will be hosting a talent show on Friday, June 19, from 8 to 10 p.m., at the Winston-Salem Preparatory Academy at Atkins on 916 N. Cameron Ave. Anyone who wants to participate in the talent show should contact George Johnson at 336391-0025. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at the door. For additional information ,call 336-682-2347 or any member of the Atkins Alumni Association inc.

WSSU Class of 1980 Cookout The WSSU Class of 1980 will have its prereunion cookout on Saturday, June 20 at Shelter 1 at reynolds Park on 2450 reynolds Park road at noon. For more information, contact Craig Umstead at 910-332-8577 or craigumst1@yahoo .com.

Short Film Festival The Echo Network will present LUNAFEST, a national traveling film festival featuring eight short films, by, for and about women at the Hanesbrand Theatre Saturday, June 20 at 6:30 p.m. on 209 N. Spruce St. Tickets are $20 and $15 for seniors and can be purchased at the box office or by going to www.echonetwork.org.

Musical Festival The Wayne C. Henderson Music Festival will be on Saturday, June 20 (rain or shine) from 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Grayson Highlands Park on U.S. 58, Mouth of Wilson, VA. The festival will have 20 guitarists compete for a Henderson guitar, free children activities and live bands performing. $20 per person, free for ages 12 and under, $5 parking. For more information go to www.waynehenderson.org, www.dcr.virginia.gov/state _parks.gra.shtml.

Juneteenth volunteers The 11th annual Juneteenth Festival will be

held Saturday, June 20, from 11 a.m.- 6 p.m. at the historic Winston Mutual Building on Fifth Street and Martin Luther King Drive.

Volunteers are needed to help with set-up, children’s area, stage, parking and information.

Food vendors and exhibitors are also needed.

For more information, please visit www.triadculture.org or call 336-7578556. Contact email is info@triadculturalarts.org.

Father-Daughter Gala Hoops4LYFE will be hosting a Father-Daughter Gala on Saturday, June 20 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the GreenTree Church on 930 S. Broad St. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at www.hoops4lyfe.org/ events. For more information contact Brittany Ward at 336-231-7968.

Genealogical workshop On Saturday, June 20, the North Carolina Genealogical Society and the Forsyth County Genealogical Society will host a genealogical workshop at the Knollwood Baptist Church. Michael D. Lacopo, DVM, will present four lectures on the topic “Digging Deeper into Your Family History”.

The workshop will run from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. and will include lunch. registration is required.

Cost $42 for NCGS or FCGS members, $52 for non-members. For more information, visit the NCGS website at www.ncgenealogy.org.

Homes for our Heroes Walk/Run The Whole Man Ministries will have their Homes for Our Heroes Walk/run on Saturday, June 20 at 8 a.m. at Central Park on E. Salem Ave. Anyone can register now online through June 18, $10 per person for ages 5 and up, $35 per person.

You can still register during packet pick up on Friday, June 19 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Whole Man Ministries at 3916 Old Lexington rd., or on the day of the race from 7 a.m.

- 8 a.m. The Mile Fun run will start at 8 a.m., the 5K run will start at 8:30 a.m., and the 5K Walk will start at 8:35 a.m. For registration and more information go to www.wholemanministries.com/5k2015.

Father's Day Parade/Cookout The Mo Lucas Community Foundation

will have its second Father's Day Parade on Sunday, June 21 at 4 p.m. starting from Fifth Street and ending at rupert Bell Park. Following the parade will be the 10th annual Father's Day Cookout, which will have various performances from local talent. For more information contact, Michael A. Terry at 336-577-0721 or molucaskids@yahoo.com.

Webinar training The Carolina Public Press will hold a free training webinar, "Behind the Door," on Friday, June 26 from noon to 1 p.m. This online-only webinar is to help journalists, public officials and community members understand when, according to North Carolina state laws and guidelines, government agencies and officials may close public meetings. Preregistration is required. For more information and registration go www.carolinapublicpress.org or call 828-774-5290.

Block party/Health fair Today's Woman OB/GYN and Pediatrics will be having its 20th anniversary Block Party and Health Fair on Saturday, June 27, rain or shine, from noon - 4 p.m. on 2001 Todays' Woman Ave. There will be food, music, health screenings, a talent show and much more. if anyone is interested in volunteering, entering your child in the Kids contest (ages 0-6), your choir or dance group performing call 336-7221818. Any female over 35 years old, who has a primary care physician and insurance, can schedule a mammogram on this day.

There are 24 appointments available and will be filled on a first come, first serve basis. For more information for a mammogram, call Tamika Cole, LPN at the same number.

Amateur Radio Day There will be an amateur radio field day on Saturday, June 27 and Sunday, June 28 at 2 p.m. at Hobby Park on 2301 W. Clemmonsville road. See emergency radio operation and find out all about "Ham" radio. There will be displays and actual on the air contacts. For more information call Deryl Holliday at 336-608-4854 or e-mail at dholliday@triad.rr.com.

For additional information go to www.w4nc.com.

Piedmont Plus Senior Games & Silver Arts was held May 5 through May 15 at South Fork Community Center.

Jessie L. Crockett, a participant in the Literary Arts position, was awarded the bronze medal for an essay she submitted. Crockett also received Honorable Mention for a poem. She is a local author and has published a book for sale from her and online at amazon.com. The book’s title is “Expressions From The Heart.” Crockett can be contacted at 336-784-2070 for further information.

Salvation Army appoints new addition

The Salvation Army Area Command in the Greater Winston-Salem Area has appointed a new director of social services - Tashina Oladunjoye.

Oladunjoye began her employment in Winston-Salem on June 1. Before this new role, she held the positions of preventive services supervisor and, most recently, director of social services for The Salvation Army in High Point. She holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in social work from Andrews University and has experience in case management, therapy, supervision and management related to individual/ family case planning, home visits, intake, Oladunjoye evaluations, social services and individual, family, couple and group therapy.

The Salvation Army's Social Service Department is the Command's single largest program and includes the only emergency shelter for homeless families in Forsyth County, emergency financial assistance for basic needs such as utilities, clothing, medicine, and food in Davie, Forsyth, Stokes and Yadkin Counties, and on-site feeding 365 days per year to the community at the Center of Hope located at 1255 North Trade St. Oladunjoye, her husband and their two children reside in High Point.

Winston-Salem State University wins scholarship award

GENEX case managers, supervisors and branch managers recently nominated their alma maters (or local college/university) for the 4th Annual GENEX Case Manager Scholarship Award Program. Winston-Salem State University was nominated by Beverly Jeter, supervisor of case management for the Charlotte branch.

“The Case Manager Scholarship Awards is one of the ways GENEX honors our case managers for their commitment to helping injured workers return to the highest level of function,” said Tim Howard, senior vice president of field case management services at GENEX. “By supporting their schools, we can help foster that growth of knowledge and skills that our case managers have developed to serve as the heart of workers’ compensation.”

The program is designed to assist the institutions that develop and nurture future generations of students who are critical to the entire healthcare system. Each program will receive $20,000 to be used in support of the educational endeavors of their student population through scholarships. GENEX provides a total of $100,000 in scholarship awards to schools nominated by GENEX case managers.

The scholarships are intended to recognize the GENEX graduates from these programs, strengthen the awareness of the case management profession, and invest in a new generation of future graduates to fill a growing industry need.

Financial Pathways of the Piedmont gains award

Financial Pathways of the Piedmont received the Joel and Claudette Weston Award at an event on Thursday night, June 12, at Old Town Club. The organization was selected after a highly competitive review process with more than double the number of applications submitted than in past years. The application review process is managed by the United Way of Forsyth County.

Previously called the Joel A. Weston Jr. Memorial Award, this bi-annual award recognizes excellence in nonprofit management. Joel A. Weston was a senior executive at the Hanes Cos. and an active member of the Winston-Salem community. He served as president of the United Way of Forsyth County Board from 1980-1982.

The award was established in 1988 by his family and friends to honor his vision and dedication to the community.

Novant Health announces leadership changes

Novant Health named Chad Setliff president and chief operating officer of Novant Health Kernersville Medical Center, Novant Health Clemmons Medical Center and Novant Health Medical Park Hospital. Setliff previously served as vice president of operations and chief operating officer of Medical Park Hospital and Clemmons Medical Center.

“We’re excited to announce this leadership change that supports our commitment to delivering remarkable patient experiences in a rapidly evolving industry,” said Jeff Lindsay, Novant Health executive vice president and chief operating officer. “Chad will help lead the way as Novant Health continues to expand services and meet the healthcare needs of communities that count on us.”

Setliff holds a bachelor’s degree in economics and systems engineering from the United States Military Academy at West Point, and a master’s degree in business administration from Wake Forest University.

Joanne Allen, president of Novant Health Kernersville Medical Center, will retire by the end of the year after serving more than two decades with Novant Health. At Kernersville Medical Center, she successfully led operations and strategic growth for the hospital as well as its surrounding clinics and outpatient services. Prior to becoming president of Kernersville Medical Center, Allen served 18 years at Forsyth Medical Center in a variety of roles, including critical care nurse leader, director of nursing for cardiac and vascular services, and senior director of clinical operations, launching many new services to identify patient needs.

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BY KIM UNDERWOOD WINSTON-SALEM/FORSYTH COUNTY SCHOOLS

Having dealt with a number of physical difficulties over the years, Alexandrea Nicole Lash knows what it’s like to face challenges. With that in mind, she wants to become a teacher who works with students with special needs or perhaps an occupational therapist.

After Lash graduates from Atkins Academic & Technology High School, she will go to Winston-Salem State University, where she plans to major in exercise science with a minor in education.

“Nicole, as she is affectionately called, is an awesome student with a beautiful personality,” said school counselor Felicia Tubbs. “Even though Nicole has experienced many obstacles in her life she does not allow it to define or hold her back. Nicole will graduate from Atkins High School on June 6th with honors…I am sure with Nicole’s resilient personality and determination she will accomplish her personal and professional goals.”

Lash was born eight weeks prematurely. She weighed 3 pounds, 12 ounces. “When I was younger, I had a lot of complications to deal with,” Lash said.

“She spent most of her first year in the hospital,” said her mother, Lawanda Lash.

The complications included necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC), a serious intestinal disease that can affect children born prematurely. Also, one of the medications Lash was on carried the chance of liver damage. It did damage her

liver, and she had an operation at the age of 10 months in which her mother donated part of her liver to her daughter.

As time went along, Lawanda Lash said, everyone might say something along the lines of “Once we are through this, everything will be fine” only to have something else come up right after that.

When Lash was born, she and her parents lived in the Atlanta area. Both Lawanda Lash and her husband, Cedric, are from this area and graduated from North Forsyth High School. They moved back here in part to be around grandparents Hubert and Ericsteen Lash, and Samuel and Myra Benjamin as well as other family members. Lawanda Lash said that both sides of the family have been extremely supportive, as everyone has dealt with all that has come up.

Lash Lash’s early difficulties led to such long-term issues as immune deficiencies, not being able to receive certain immunization shots, severe allergies to dairy and peanuts and, more generally, the need to take great care with what she eats. “She was 45 pounds in the seventh-grade,” Lawanda Lash said.

Growing up, Lash also had to have various surgeries and receive such assistance as speech therapy and physical therapy.

Through it all, Lawanda Lash said, her daughter would talk to her about how she wanted to give back, perhaps by working with kids. “She thought she could identify with

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kids with special needs.”

Day-to-day, Lash continues to deal with challenges.

She has to take care about being exposed to illness, and, when she took the Nursing Fundamentals class at Atkins, she couldn’t participate in the clinical portion of the class when everyone else began working in a retirement home.

Because she is smaller than most people her age, she also has to put up with people saying such things as “Are you sure you’re 18? You look 12 or 13.”

Lash enjoys shopping, but it can be frustrating sometimes because it can be hard to find clothes she likes that fit well, even when she shops in the Junior Department.

Lash’s mother is a nurse, and her father, Cedric works for BB&T. Her brother, Kendrick, is 10. Before coming to Atkins as a junior, Lash spent two years at Early College of Forsyth.

For fun, Lash goes horseback riding at Cash Lovell Stables and Riding Academy. She has been doing that since third grade. Because she is allergic to horses, she has to take Benadryl before each session. Lash enjoys art, and she has done such things as painted a mural that features a dolphin and sculpted a polar bear out of clay.

One thing she has learned over the years, Lash said, is “no matter what you go through, you still have a positive path you can go down….at times, I wish I was normal but stuff happens for a reason.”

“She really strives to be all she can be with how God has made her,” Lawanda Lash said. “She is going to try her best.”

Alexandrea Nicole Lash graduated from Atkins on Saturday, June 6, in the Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum Annex.

Two Parkland seniors win Gates Scholarships

BY KIM UNDERWOOD WINSTON-SALEM/FORSYTH COUNTY SCHOOLS

As part of their applications for the 2015 Gates Millennium Scholars Program, Parkland seniors Eric Brown and Javier Cattle had to write a series of eight essays looking at different aspects of their lives.

In one of his essays, Cattle wrote about the path that led to him becoming an Eagle Scout. In first grade, he joined the Cub Scouts. He could have worked toward the Arrow of Light award. Somewhere along the way, though, he lost his motivation. When he became a Boy Scout, he vowed to himself that this time he was going to reach the highest rank – an Eagle Scout.

He pursed that goal with great energy. The average age of boys becoming an Eagle Scout is 17. “I got that when I was 15,” Cattle said.

The requirements include organizing an Eagle project and earning 21 merit badges. Cattle earned 41.

In one of his essays, Brown wrote about using his posiftion as president of the Senior Class at Parkland High School as one way to become more comfortable talking with others. “I have trouble conversing,” he said. “When I’m nervous, it shows up more.”

As Senior Class president, he sees it as his responsibility to make people feel at ease and part of the school community. So he has made a point of speaking with students throughout the school, especially those who might appear to be alone or ill-at-ease. While promoting a sense of community at the school, he has helped himself.

Brown and Cattle are among 1,000 students nationwide this year receiving Gates Millennium scholarships.

Brown will be going to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Cattle will be going to Appalachian State University.

Charity Sutphin, a teacher in the English Department and International Baccalaureate (IB) Program at Parkland, said, “These boys are what teaching is all about – their dedication and strength of character lets me know that the future is in good hands.

"Javier Cattle is a once-in-a-career type of student. His humility, kindness, and empathy just astound me – I cannot wait to see where he goes in life. Whatever success awaits him is completely deserved.

“Eric Brown is another outstanding young man. He is funny, creative, and has worked so hard to earn everything he has accomplished. He is the kind of kid who makes me proud to be a Parkland Mustang.”

Principal Spencer Hardy said: "Eric Brown and Javier Cattle are great examples of the quality of students we have at Parkland Magnet High School. These young men have taken advantage of all of their academic and extracurricular opportunities and being awarded as Gates Millennium Scholars is a fine recognition of all of their work and efforts."

The Gates Millennium Scholarship Program, which is administered through the United Negro College Fund, is designed to help high-performing students who might not otherwise be able to afford college. Funded by a $1.6 billion grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, it covers whatever costs of college that are not covered by any other scholarships or financial aid a student is receiving.

“It covers basically the cost of attendance,” Cattle said.

Students who go on to graduate school for a master’s degree and even on to a doctorate can continue to receive assistance through the program.

Brown was also accepted at Wake Forest University.

Cattle was also accepted at N.C. State University, Duke University, Dartmouth College in New Hampshire and Bowdoin College in Maine.

Receiving the scholarships means a lot to both young men.

“Without the scholarship, I probably wouldn’t be able to go somewhere,” Cattle said.

Both young men are participating in the IB Program at Parkland and will be receiving an IB diploma in addition to their regular diplomas.

Achieving that goal requires a lot of work. “The IB Diploma program is a world program that requires two intense years of six seminar courses each running 240 hours over the two years,” said Melissa Moore, who coordinates the IB program at Parkland in addition to being a visual arts teacher.

“It also requires a Theory of Knowledge (TOK) course with a 1,500 word essay, an Extended Essay of 4,000 words and, finally, Community Active Service (CAS), which is service to the community with a minimum of 150 hours,” Moore said. “All this is required as well as specific scoring on the IB Exams to qualify for the IB Diploma.”

For the past three years, Cattle has also taken art classes with Moore. “Although he is not planning on going into art as a profession, he is very talented with a preference to charcoal,” she said. “His artwork has had an emphasis on his true love of biology as he has studied the works of Da

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Both young men are quite active in other aspects of the school as well. Brown plays an assortment of brass instruments in the marching band. He also sings in the school’s choral ensemble and gospel choir. On the school’s Academic Competition team, he is a member of the science team.

“I volunteer a lot,” Brown said. He regularly participates in such activities as food drives, campus cleanups and car washes to raise money for worthy causes.

Cattle is a member of the history team on the school’s

Academic Competition team and plays viola in the school orchestra. He is a member of the National Honor Society and participated in Science Olympiad. He also participates in scouting's Venture Crew program, which includes both young men and young women. On weekends, he may spend time camping and canoeing.

Brown was born in Champagne, Ill. His first stop in North Carolina was Cumberland County. After moving here, he went to Clemmons Middle and Flat Rock middle schools before coming to Parkland.

“I was born in Pinehurst,” Cattle said. “I moved here when I was 2.”

He went to South Fork Elementary and Clemmons Middle.

Both students foresee a career in science.

“I want to be a biomedical engineer,” Brown said.

That might lead to cures for diseases and other medical problems. Ultimately, he envisions using that knowledge as a teacher. “I always had the desire to help people and to teach others.”

Cattle plans to major in cell molecular biology and become a researcher who develops vaccines and treatments, perhaps for such medical issues as Alzheimer’s disease or Parkinson’s disease.

“I want to find new treatments,” he said.

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Students are shown in the dining hall of WinstonSalem State University: (L-R) Micah Hairston, Edber Vargas, Stefano Buffert, Steven Evan

BY KIM UNDERWOOD WINSTON-SALEM/FORSYTH COUNTY SCHOOLS

At Winston-Salem Preparatory Academy, Jasheen Ross participates in both sports and The Arts.

This year, he played football and ran track. He had a role in a school play, and he sings in the chorus.

Visual art is a particular love. For a production of The Wiz, he designed the backdrop and the wizard’s costume.

For Black History Month, he drew pictures of Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X, and, for a visit to a community day care, he designed the bus for the “Wheels on the Bus Go Round and Round” number.

“He is extremely talented, very self-motivated – definitely has the work ethic,” said art teacher Paul Evans.

Ross, who attended both middle and high school at Winston-Salem Prep, was the recipient of the school’s Johnson Pitts Technology Award, an annual award that goes to a student who has good grades and exhibits character, leadership and integrity. The award comes with scholarship money and a laptop computer, which Principal Richard Watts presented to Ross.

“He has matured and blossomed into a wonderful young man,” Watts said.

Listing some of the ways in which Ross participates in the life of the school, Watts said, “He is well-balanced.”

And he works hard, said counselor Rhonda Scott. “He’s just a neat kid.

I’m so proud of him.”

Watts and Scott noted that Ross is the first in his family to go to college. It’s a distinction, Ross said, that makes him both proud and nervous. “Everybody is looking forward to me to be the best I can be,” he said. “I’m going to make them proud.”

Ross is on the honor roll. His mother, Tanyell Moore, said that her son has always enjoyed going to school, and he has always tried to do his best.

Ross’s brother Treshawn is a junior at Winston-Salem Prep.

Ross is going to Chowan University, a private university of about 1,200 students in Murfreesboro, which is about 200 miles east of Winston-Salem.

Along with the scholarship money accompanying the Johnson Pitts award, he is receiving two scholarships from Chowan, including the Dean’s Scholarship.

With college on the horizon, Ross and his mother have been putting together a list of things he will need for college. Because the laptop he had stopped working, they had added a computer to the list. Now it’s one item they can take off it.

This year, Ross’s interest in art has grown into a desire to pursue it as a career, and he plans to major in visual arts when he goes to Chowan. Being an artist is more than painting or drawing, he said.

“It’s not just paper and pencil.”

He can imagine various paths that would use his artistic talents, such as designing shoes or clothes.

Along the way, he considered such potential careers as engineering or being an architect. But he has come to the conclusion those paths are not for him.

“That’s not what my heart intended for me,” he said.

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WSPA Graduate Jasheen Ross

He knows that making a living as an artist can be a challenge, so he is considering college options that would qualify him for another career at the same time.

Ross likes learning. He likes learning about people and about how the world works and thinking about such things as what writers are trying to get at in their books. “Life is full of new things, new experiences, different people,” Ross said. “I like to observe life.”

He also likes to think things through before taking action.

Aside from art, his favorite subject at school this year has been anatomy and physiology. “I learned new things,” he said.

This was the first year for varsity football at Winston-Salem Prep, and Ross played cornerback.

Although the team didn’t have a winning season, they did come together as a team, Ross said, and he

made new friends. In track, he participated in the 4-by100 meter relay, the 4-by200 meter relay and the 400 meter and 200 meter sprints.

His favorite sport to watch is baseball, and his favorite player is Derek Jeter, the New York Yankees shortstop who retired after the 2014 season. When he pictures the future, one thing he likes to imagine is Jeter buying a piece of art he has created one day.

“I wouldn’t mind it,” he said. “It would be an honor.”

Who knows?

Evans said that Ross is already a good artist, and he has a lot of potential for continuing to develop.

“I have no doubts he will go far,” Evans said.

Ross graduated from Winston-Salem Prep on Sunday, June 7 in the K.R. Williams Auditorium on the campus of WinstonSalem State University.

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The Gentleman’s Quorum at Elementary Academy recently visited Winston-Salem State University, along with other members of their fifth-grade classroom and students from Cook Elementary.

Students participated in a science experiment along with WSSU students from Dr. Pamela Jones’ class.

The students were given a chance to see DNA through a microscope. Then each student was given a strawberry and a banana in which instructions were given on how to extract the DNA from each item. The students then proceeded with placing the DNA under the lense of a microscope.

Micah Hairston said he really liked the science experiment that the students participated in at Winston-Salem State University.

“It was a lot of fun,” he said.

“We actually had a chance to work on things like regular college students. The professor was great and the students gave us a lot of real-life chances.”

It was the second university (L-R) Student Edber Vargas; Wendy Shackett, a that the students visited during Winston-Salem State University assistant; and the school year. Earlier last fall, Micah Hairston are shown checking out science they also visited the University of at WSSU. North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

“It was a great opportunity for us,” said Stefano Buffert. “We had a chance to visit a big university and a smaller university. It was fun, exciting and interesting to see the similarities and differences between the schools. I was impressed with the size of UNCChapel Hill. The science experiment we participated in at Winston-Salem State University was awesome, and we also had fun. We ate in the dining hall and got a chance to see what college life is like.”

Anthony Snyder said he enjoyed learning about the history of Winston-Salem State.

“I really liked the campus,” he said. “They have a lot of great programs and I would like to learn more about the university in the future.”

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IN RE: SCOTT, P., A MINOR CHILD

TO: JOHN DOE, UNKNOWN UNNAMED FATHER OF THE ABOVE-NAMED (FEMALE) CHILD BORN TO PATRICIA ANN SCOTT, ON OR ABOUT THE 3RD DAY OF NOVEMBER, 1999, IN FORSYTH COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA. TAKE NOTICE that a juvenile petition with respect to the above-described minor child has been filed in the above-entitled proceeding.

You are required and directed to make defense of such pleadings by filing an Answer to the Petition in this proceeding within forty (40) days after the first publication of this notice, exclusive of such date. The Answer must be filed with the Clerk of Superior Court no later than July 29th, 2015.

If you are indigent, you have a right to appointed counsel. If you request counsel, do so at or before the time of the hearing.

A hearing has been scheduled at 9:00 a.m. on the 17th August, 2015, at the Newton District Court, Courtroom #3, Catawba County Justice Center, Newton, North Carolina. You are entitled to attend any hearings affecting your parental rights.

You are further noticed that this is a new proceeding and any attorney heretofore appointed to represent you will not represent you in these proceedings.

Upon your failure to file an Answer to the Petition within the time prescribed, the Petitioner, the Catawba County Department of Social Services, will apply to the Court for the relief sought in the Petition, UP TO AND INCLUDING POSSIBLE TERMINATION OF YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS with respect to the above-described minor child This the 16th day of June, 2015.

J. David Abernethy Attorney at Law Catawba County Department of Social Services Post Office Box 669 Newton, North Carolina 28658 (828)695-5729

The Chronicle June 18, 25 and July 2nd, 2015

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF DARNELLA JONES ELLIS

Having qualified as Administrator of the Estate of Darnella Jones Ellis, deceased of 4309 Oak Point Drive, Winston-Salem, North Carolina in Forsyth County, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the Estate of Darnella Jones Ellis to exhibit them to Melvin Wiley Ellis, 4309 Oak Point Drive, Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27105 on or before the 25th day of September, 2015, at the address listed below, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of your recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the said estate, please make immediate payment.

This the 2nd day of June, 2015.

MELVIN WILEY ELLIS ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF DARNELLA JONES ELLIS 4309 OAK POINT DRIVE WINSTON-SALEM, NORTH CAROLINA 27105

Donald R. Buie Attorney At Law 823 West 5th Street, Post Office Box 20031 Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27120-0031 (336) 773-1398 (336) 773-1505 Facsimile

The Chronicle June 11, 18, 25, and July 2, 2015

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The City of Winston-Salem is looking to fill the position for Water Servicer

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The Winston-Salem Urban League is seeking to fill the position for President and CEO

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Carter G. Woodson Charter School (K-12 Public Charter School) seeks food service vendor for 2015-2016 school year for lunch with average 450 students served daily. Grab-N-Go breakfast also being certified for 450 students/day. Meals must meet USDA guidelines and other health/ business requirements. Email Consulting Compliance Officer at aynn@liandaresourcesolutions.com for proposal packet. Vendor sealed proposal must be submitted to CGWS by June 30, 2015.

The Chronicle June 18 , 2015 Construction Project Notice

The City of Winston-Salem is looking to fill the position for Utilities Plant Mechanic

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The City of Winston-Salem is looking to fill the position for Fleet Attendant

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The City of Winston-Salem is looking to fill the position for Sr. Crime Analyst

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As the Construction Manager for the Forsyth County Central Library Project, Frank L. Blum Construction Company, in association with JS Mention, will be hosting a project informational and HUB outreach session on Wednesday June 24, 2015 from 4:00 – 5:30pm. This event will be held at the current Forsyth County Central Library location at 600 West 5th Street, Winston-Salem, NC. We ask that any subcontractor interested in participating in this project attend this meeting to gather information, requirements for prequalification and review the current project drawings. The North Carolina Director for Historically Underutilized Businesses along with other agency representatives will be in attendance to answer any questions. Light refreshments will be provided for your convenience.

The Chronicle June 18 , 2015

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Equal Housing Opportunity Managed By Community Management Corporation

The City of Winston-Salem is looking to fill the position for Sr. Recreation Leader

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ST. PETER'S HERITAGE PLACE APARTMENTS

A Community for Seniors 62 & older Now accepting applications for 1BR units.

Rent based on income and all utilities are included. Apply at 3727 Old Lexington Road,Winston-Salem, 27107 or call (336) 771-9028.

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