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In celebration of Black History Month, more than 100 residents came together last week to honor the life and legacy of two of Forsyth County’s finest, the late Maize S. Woodruff and late Walter Marshall. During the celebration, held at Forsyth Technical Community College’s (FTCC) Maize S. Woodruff Center on Thursday, Feb. 22, relatives of Woodruff were on

Judge Denise Hartsfield delivers the keynote address during the Maize S. Woodruff Black History Month Event on Thursday, Feb. 22.

hand to witness dozens give thanks and show their appreciation. After the keynote

address and catered lunch, donations were collected for the Maize S. Woodruff Scholarship Fund. The scholarship is designed to give one FTCC student a $250 scholarship each semester. One requirement for the scholarship is to be active in the community. The fund was formed last year. Last year’s recipient of the scholarship, Vernell Springs, who will graduate from FTCC in May, said Maize S. Woodruff See Legends on A8

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Attendees listen to Bishop Sir Walter Mack Jr. at a funeral for Beaufort Bailey on Monday at Greater Church.

Community remembers Beaufort Bailey BY TODD LUCK THE CHRONICLE

The community came out to honor former school board member and County Commissioner Beaufort Bailey at a funeral service held Monday at Greater Church. Bailey passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 22, at the age of 84. Many elected officials said he constantly offered them his advice, even after he no longer held office himself. “He loved three things: he loved his family, he

Beaufort Bailey’s son Rev. Dr. Nikita Joel Bailey speaks during his father’s funeral service.

loved politics and he loved Winston-Salem State University,” said State Sen. Ed Hanes, who considered Bailey a father figure in his life. Bailey was born in Walnut Cove and moved to Winston-Salem at age 14, where he graduated from Atkins High School and Winston-Salem Teachers

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College (which is now Winston-Salem State University or WSSU). After teaching seventh grade for 11 years, he started working at WSSU. Bailey said he ran for school board in 1972 after Wayne Corpening, a former Wachovia Bank executive who would later became mayor, suggested it, telling him that the school board needed a black voice. Bailey failed to win a seat on his first try, but two years later, he became the first African-American school board candidate to win a countywide election. He lost the seat in 1978, but was re-elected to the board Beaufort Bailey is picin 1982 and 1986. tured in this tapestry “He worked tireless for that hung at Greater those who had no voice,” Church on Monday. See Bailey on A8

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There is no question, based on recent federal court decisions, that Republican state lawmakers, through illegal racial gerrymandering, and unconstitutional voter restriction, have attempted to suppress the AfricanAmerican vote in recent high profile elections. But thanks to major federal indictments handed down by Special Counsel Robert Mueller per his investigation into alleged Russian interference with the 2016 presidential election to ensure the election of Donald Trump, we now know Russian operatives in this country worked diligently to suppress the black vote that was expected to go to Democrat Hillary Clinton, so that her Republican opponent, Trump could win. And there is evidence that some of those black voter suppression efforts took place right here in North Carolina – all to cripple Clinton’s campaign to maximize the black vote. The indictments against 13 Russian operatives detail efforts to use everything from social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram to “create thematic group pages,” which included the Black Lives Matter movement “with group names including Blacktivist.” From page 18 of the 37-page federal indictJames ment, “In or around the latter half of 2016, Defendants and their co-conspirators, through their organization-controlled personas, began to encourage U.S. minority groups not to vote in the 2016 U.S. presidential election or to vote for a third-party U.S. presidential candidate [who was Jill Stein].” The indictment continued, “on or about October 16, 2016, Defendants and their co-conspirators use the organization-controlled Instagram account “Woke Blacks” to post the following message, “[A] particular hype and hatred for Trump is misleading the people and forcing Blacks to vote for Killary. We cannot resort to the lesser of two devils. Then we’d surely be better off without voting AT ALL.” The indictment then went to detail that on Nov. 3, 2016 an ad was taken out to promote a post on the Instagram account “Blackitivist” that read in part, “Choose peace and vote for Jill stein. Trust me, it’s not a wasted vote.” To pay for political ads, the defendants established various Russian bank accounts and credit cards, and also paid for political ads with Paypal accounts. Some of those

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After 39½ years in the N.C. legislature, Durham Rep. H. M. “Mickey” Michaux Jr. announced recently that he would not be running for re-election. Given that Michaux, 87, has won 20 straight elections, his announcement gave some of the state’s top leaders pause. “For decades, Mickey Michaux

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Commissioners to vote on exploring Human Services consolidation T H E C H R ON I C LE

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BY TODD LUCK THE CHRONICLE

Forsyth County commissioners plan to vote on authorizing staff to explore consolidating the departments of Social Services and Public Health. Commissioners are tentatively set to vote on this issue on March 15. Last year, the county hired Cansler Collaborative Resources to do a study on consolidating the two departments, which mainly involves who runs them. After a presentation by the firm’s founder, former N.C. Health Secretary Lanier Cansler, during the county’s Winter Work Session on Thurs., Feb 22, the commissioners decided that they’ll vote next month on authorizing staff to figure out how consolidation would work in Forsyth County. The vote does not mean they will consolidate; only that staff is exploring the option. Currently, the two departments have their own boards, which hire

those department’s directors. Consolidation would put commissioners and the county manager more directly in charge of them. Cansler said this is an option they might want to consider since a new state

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ees could be under the same policies as other county employees instead. County Commissioner Chair Dave Plyler, who is on the DSS board, said he’d support consolidation if it can make the service

Former N.C. Health Secretary Lanier Cansler makes a presentation to Forsyth County commissioners.

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Witherspoon law will hold counties directly responsible for their Department of Social Services (DSS). Each county will have a contract with standards and goals for its DSS. If it falls short, there will be corrective action plans. If that doesn't work, the state may temporarily take over the department. The county will have to pay the state back for the benefits received by anyone who is enrolled in Medicaid that’s

not eligible. “How do you avoid potential takeover, potential loss of funds, etc?” asked Cansler. He said consolidation would mean the county would have the power to fire a DSS director who is mismanaging the agency. The existing DSS board, which already has two commissioners on it, actually did fire DSS Director Debra Donahue last month for what it said was mismanagement. Cansler also

said there may be greater efficiency in services from consolidation. The Cansler study said that combining the boards of the two departments into one Human Services board would be the best option. The department would be headed by a Human Services Director, which the county manager would hire with the board’s advice and consent. The State Human Resources Act would be optional, so Human Services employ-

Martin better for clients of both d e p a r t m e n t s . Commissioner Gloria Whisenhunt, who is on the Public Health board, said she thought it made sense because they’re on the same campus. Commissioner Ted Kaplan said he supported it as did Don Martin who thought it would help clients, minimize risk to the county and simplify personnel policy. “We’ve been looking at this issue of consolidation

for some time,” said Martin. “I kind of look at things, ‘What’s the worst thing that can happen? What’s the biggest downside?’ and quiet frankly I don’t see one.” Commissioner Richard Linville wasn’t ready to approve consolidation but did support having staff explore the option. Commissioner Fleming ElAmin, who chairs the DSS board, said he also wasn’t sold on the concept, but was okay with exploring it as long as it included what it takes for DSS and Public Health staff to meet new state standards. Commissioner Everette Witherspoon was the only hard “no” to consolidation, saying he was cynical of Cansler and felt that consolidation won’t solve the issues at DSS. “It sounds good politically, but the problems at DSS are the under funding and staffing of DSS,” said Witherspoon.

Commissioners talk taxes, turnover and debt BY TODD LUCK THE CHRONICLE

The consequences of tax reform, a county sales tax, employee turnover and enhancing Safe on Seven were some of the topics discussed during a Winter Work Session held by Forsyth County commissioners last week.

The effects of tax reform “Tax reform is not our friend.” That’s how Forsyth County Chief Financial Officer Paul Fulton began his presentation on the effects of tax reform on the county’s debt. Tax reform, passed by Congress last year, lowers the corporate tax rate and eliminated the corporate Alternative Minimum Tax, both of which lowers the demand by corporations for tax-exempt municipal bonds, like what the county uses for bond referendums and capital projects like the new court house. In addition, the Federal Reserve has announced that there will be numerous rate hikes in the next two years. This will make the borrowing rates go up, so the county will pay more for its future borrowing. A county sales tax? Budget Director Kyle Wolf told commissioners about Article 46, a state statute that gives counties the ability to charge a one-fourth of a cent sales tax. This would have to be approved in a voter referendum on an even numbered year and would not apply to groceries or gas. The county could apply the money to whatever it chooses. Staff estimated the tax would bring in $12.7 million with 33 percent or $3.3 million being generated by non-Forsyth

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County residents. County Commissioner Don Martin liked the idea, saying that new in-county generated revenue could be used to lower the property tax rate by 2.3 cent, which is the same amount that taxes are scheduled go up in the next budget to pay for court facilities debt leveling. However, commissioners Everette Witherspoon and Flaming El-Amin called it a regressive tax that would give property owners a break while everyone paid more, including many lower income people who don’t own houses. They didn’t believe residents would vote for such a tax. Martin said some of the $3.3 million could be used for teacher pay incentives. He believed voters would approve it because polls show voters are willing to support taxes that raise teacher pay. Commissioner Chair Dave Plyler was the only commissioner who also said he thought it was a good idea, so the commissioners decided to table the discussion and move on.

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Why are county workers leaving? Human Resources Director Shontell Robinson told commissioners that the turnover rate in the county remains higher than its peers. The county had a 18.45 percent turnover rate last fiscal year compared with the City of Winston-Salem’s 11.08 percent. Guilford and Mecklenburg have about 10 percent and Wake has 11.92 percent. The highest turnover for the county is in Emergency Services, where it’s 24 percent with most of it coming from Emergency Medical Services. “The majority of them is from the EMS division and they are losing a lot of employees, not really for pay,” said Robinson. “A lot of them will actually leave for lower pay, but a lower workload, in some of the other counties.” The Sheriff’s Office had the second highest turnover at 19.12 percent. Robinson said that changes in pay and

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work conditions at the Detention Center has caused a 12 precent increase in work satisfaction and 10 percent increase in those planning to stay there. She also said that the Sheriff’s Office is working to fill vacancies in both patrol and detention divisions, with 32 positions left to fill. This is down from 78 vacancies in February 2017. The average pay of county workers is $44,558.59 and includes health, basic life and dental insurance as well as a 401k contribution. Robinson said 17.24 percent of employees are paid above their market range. She said they’ll be doing an employee survey to try to determine why the turnover rate is that high.

Safe on Seven enhancement A study by county staff of court services suggested changes to Safe on Seven, a one-stop service center for domestic violence victims, that was formerly housed on the seventh floor of the Hall of Justice and is now in the Behavioral Health Plaza on Highland Avenue. Staff looked at the national Family Justice Center model being used in Greensboro. It provides multiple services for domestic violence victims, but also features adult and child protective services with full time staff. Family Services, which is one of the partners in Safe on Seven, is studying the model to see if it should be adopted locally. County staff recommended using a combination of state and county dollars to fund positions for Safe on Seven, including navigators to help victims navigate services, and turning the coordinator into a program manager position under the county.

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City bonds move forward for public comment

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BY TODD LUCK THE CHRONICLE

The City of WinstonSalem will be holding community meetings starting March 21 on a potential $122 million in bonds that may be on the November ballot. The City Council will hold nine community meetings to get public input before it takes an initial vote on the bond on May 21, which will authorize publishing a letter of intent and submitting an application to the Local Government Commission. This will set the maximum amount the bond will be. On Aug. 6, the council is scheduled to hold a public hearing before voting on the bonds, authorizing them to appear on the Nov. 6 general election ballot. Most of the $41 million in additions mentioned in the last meeting didn’t make it into the current list of projects announced in a meeting on Monday. Instead there were smaller projects added with some adjustments to others so that the new total comes to $122 million, which would result in the owner of a home valued at $100,000 paying $40 more in property tax. There are five proposed bonds that voters may get to vote on: $11.7 million for housing, $21.1 million for public safety, $14.5 million for economic development, $43.7 million for streets and sidewalk and $31 million for parks and recreations. Projects include $27.1 million for street resurfacing and a combined $7 million for two-way conversion of Liberty and Main as well as First and Second streets. There’s also playground and Strollway renovations and second phases for Hanes, Winston Lake and Salem Lake parks. City Council Member John Larson, who represents the South Ward, questioned if it was enough, saying he felt the amount was inadequate for the park renovation needs in his ward. Not counting citywide projects, the South Ward ended up with about $8.8 million, or 12 percent, of the proposed bond money. The wards that got the most were the East, with $11.6 million (16 percent), and Southeast, with $11.4 million (16 percent). Other council members responded that some wards got more than others because of their needs, historic

This chart shows the breakdown of money by ward in the proposed bonds with the exception of citywide projects.

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underfunding of certain wards, and the presence of amenities there used by people throughout the city, like Salem Lake. Since the city has $630 million in capital needs, all the wards will still have many outstanding needs, even with the bond. The new projects that were added into the bond include: •$3.6 million for the replacement of Fire Station #3 on North Liberty St. The station has been operating since 1964 and the structure is past its useful life. •$2.5 million for Washington Park renovations including deferred maintenance, reorienting the ball fields, improved parking and lighting and creating more open space. •$1 million for a Bethania-Rural Hall Pocket Park, located on the road of the same name on land adjacent to Fire Station #20, which may include a playground/fitness equipment, walking paths and benches. •$1 million for a Georgetown Pocket Park near Reynolda Road, which may have a playground, a walking path and benches. •$500,000 for the renovations of the William R. Anderson Jr. Center gymnasium.

Winston-Salem legend Dr. Larry Little was recovering in the hospital, Monday, Feb. 26, after doctors found a minor blockage in his heart earlier that day. Here’s what we know; Little was admitted to a local hospital after suffering from “acute heart failure” at his home on Friday, Feb. 23. After staying in the hospital over the weekend. Earlier on Feb 26, doctors performed a cardiac catheterization to determine how significant the blockage was. According to Dr. Little’s brother, Charles Rivers, the procedure went as planned and Little is expected to make a full recovery. “The procedure went well this morning. They determined that it was a minor blockage that can be treated with medication,” Rivers said. “We expect him to stay in the hospital

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maybe another day or so and then he will be able to go home.” A native of WinstonSalem and a champion for justice and civil rights, Dr. Larry Little is a founding member of the WinstonSalem Black Panther Party. During his leadership, the Black Panther Party implemented several community programs, including a free breakfast program for school children, free Sickle Cell Anemia testing and free ambulance service. Dr. Little, who graduated with honors from Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science, earned his Master of Public Affairs Degree from the UNC Greensboro and a Juris Doctor Degree from Wake Forest University School of Law. He served two terms as a WinstonSalem alderman. Little currently serves as a tenured professor at WSSU.

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It was 1979 when a 26 year old was in WinstonSalem, North Carolina, making history as the second African-American woman to purchase a radio station. Her name is Mütter D. Evans. “Life is series of things that unfold, and if you script everything, you’ll miss out on opportunities.” That was Evans’ reply when I asked if she was afraid or reluctant to take on the responsibilities of owning a radio station like WAAA, which first began

broadcasting in 1950. The station was rare at that time in the Deep South, because it had a white owner that catered to a mainly black audience. By 1979, WAAA-AM was well established in the black community. “I started working at the station in 1974 as a part-time on air personality.” While on the air, she was a student at Wake Forest University with an opportunity to work full time at WGHPTV as a news reporter after she graduated. Evans wasn’t comfortable with the invasion of privacy that came with being a TV per-

your life. It doesn’t mean you didn’t have good people around, but who was that person that was missing. And for the people that were around, what didn’t they give you.” Dr. McCoy said “That Child” will help adults become more opened minded toward our youth. “Hopefully, the book will inspire you to give what you didn’t have.” Dr. McCoy has always had a passion for children and building strong families, so she did something about it. She attended Shaw University, where she majored in sociology, and graduated with honors. After completing her undergraduate studies, she earned her Master of Divinity degree from Shaw University Divinity School. While attending seminary, she was mentored and taught by Dr. Gardner C. Taylor, making her one of the few theolo-

Mütter D. Evans is shown now and at age 26 the day she filed for the transfer of ownership of WAAA. sonality. “That is what said she wanted everything impacted me the most to that came with doing TV, make the decision to go “But not at the expense of into radio. That deviated my privacy.” She decided me from what I wanted to to work at WAAA full do most.” time, and at age 25 became The future radio owner the general manager and

executive vice president. “The owner of the station, Bob Brown, said to me, if and when I decide to sell the station, I will give you first rights of refusal.” At first she hesitated. “After taking the weekend to think about it, I thought, what I have to lose. If I fail, I could pick myself back up.” Evans was young, yet bold and unafraid to step into what has always been a man’s world. “It was fast moving and I was a sponge, taking it all in.” Her boss told her that opportunity doesn’t always come when you’re ready, so when the time came to

purchase WAAA, “I took it.” I asked if she was intimidated by an all-male board. “No,” she said. I asked why not. “It’s just the stuff I was made of,” she said. Six months later, Mütter D. Evans made history. “I wasn’t afraid not to make it. I am self assured about who I am. I was told I was too young, I was told I had no husband to co-sign and I was told a black woman can’t succeed at this.” Evans took the challenge head on. “I dare you tell me what I can’t do. The

“That Child,” and teach anyone that knows a child how to do the same. Chapter 2 in the book is titled “When I was young” tactic. She talks about how to effectively apply the tactic as an approach. “I’m sure so many people remember someone saying to them, when I was young ... People mean to enlighten the child when they say it, but sometimes we don’t apply it the right way. We use the “when I was young” tactic to say my generation was better and stronger than yours. Well, think about how that sounds to “That Child” that you’re dealing with,” Dr. McCoy said. Chapter 2 in her book “That Child” gives us the dos and don’ts on how to apply the tactic without putting the old school and new school generations against each other. The book helps anyone that knows a child how not

to burn bridges with children. “It helps us bridge gaps between generations. You should apply your past experience, but your good ole days that are gone, guess what; today is their good ole days. It’s OK to say ‘when I was young,’ but it’s how you apply it.” The Winston-Salem native said many times children would say to her, that they feel judged after those “when I was young” talks with adults. “Many times adults, we don’t listen to understand young people, we listen to respond to them.” It’s clear that no one is born wise, yet the book helps adults understand the importance of being patient with children. Of course, we talked about children and gun violence. I mentioned to Dr. McCoy how parents can be in serious denial about their children’s mental state, so what signs should they look for?

“If they are unusually distant, that’s something you should consider. You can only find out if they’re distant if you are asking about their day and what’s going on with them.” She’s not talking about homework, whether they’ve washed dishes or cleaned their room. “A genuine concern about the activities of their day. If you do that now, the moments they don’t share a lot, that’s a red flag.” She’s a minister, so of course she shared some biblical principles as well. I also talked to her about Christian vs. professional counseling, and how it might help or hurt church members. Checkout more of my inspiring and very informative interview with Dr. Telika McCoy on our YouTube channel @ Winstonsalem Chronicle. Contact Dr. Telika McCoy on Facebook and Twiiter @drtelikamccoy.

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Meet Dr. Telika McCoy, the child expert BY BUSTA BROWN THE CHRONICLE

You’ve heard the saying: “That Child!” I had the pleasure of speaking to Dr. Telika McCoy about that child. “When you think about your own childhood, you were that child. I was that child that had to read a sentence more than once because I didn’t comprehend. So I was that child that needed a little more help in class. I was that child that needed to be inspired that I can actually be something,” Dr. McCoy said. Dr. McCoy said she was that child that some people would say could never write a book, but she did. It’s the perfect title: “That Child! Preparing for Challenging Moments with Youth.” “The idea of the book is to get in tuned to the type of child you were, who you wished you had around in

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The Business of the Month is The Village Produce and Country Store, 4219 N. Liberty St. in Winston-Salem. i sat down with owners Jerry anderson and his wife, Paula McCoy, to talk about why they saw the need to bring a fresh produce store to the twin City. â&#x20AC;&#x153;we knew that there were many conversations in the city of winstonsalem around food deserts and food scarcity, and we noticed that this is a food desert because if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a mile away from a major grocery store, then thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s considered a food desert.â&#x20AC;? the Village Produce and Country store promotes healthy eating, by providing customers with a variety of foods that give them the nutrients they need to maintain a healthy lifestyle. they believe that a healthy diet full of nutrients makes you feel great, have more energy, improve your outlook and stabilizes your mood.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;we thought that if we could provide fresh produce to this community, that it would be very beneficial.â&#x20AC;? McCoy and anderson visited other stores to see what they provided. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Most of it is sugary items like sodas, potato chips, and other things that are very unhealthy for you,â&#x20AC;? McCoy said. anderson gave insight on the most convenient places to get unhealthy foods. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Food deserts are typically around bus stops in lowwealth communities. Bus stops are magnets for convenient stores. they open very early in the morning, catching the student traffic.â&#x20AC;? he continued with some eye-opening insight. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Convenient stores only sell four things: sugar, salt, alcohol and tobacco. we thought about children starting their day with those non-nutritious items. they wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have the proper brain functions, and we wanted to do something to change that.â&#x20AC;? the power couple are

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only two people that could tell me i couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do something were my mom and dad; and they didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t.â&#x20AC;? under her leadership, waaa reached new heights and created radio legends. she put a promotion team together and the station became the heart of the black community. there were billboards of the on air personal-

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The Village Produce and Country Store owners are Jerry Anderson and his wife, Paul McCoy.

members of the winstonsalem Black Chamber of Commerce, which visits different small black businesses to see whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s needed and how they can help support those needs. the more i listened to Jerry and Paula, they made it clear that what they were doing was more about love for the communities, and less about money. the Village Produce and Country store is located in the ogburn station section of the city. McCoy said they offer the highest quality of â&#x20AC;&#x153;farm freshâ&#x20AC;? produce to its cus-

tomers, and to create awareness ofÂ eating to live. the biggest complaint i hear about eating healthier on a consistent basis is itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s too expensive. â&#x20AC;&#x153;we try to keep our prices affordable, and so far, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s working pretty good.â&#x20AC;? Paula and Jerry truly believe in supporting the community as well, by inviting local musical artists to come showcase their talents in the store at no cost. â&#x20AC;&#x153;it really creates a really great environment,â&#x20AC;? Paula said. local organizations can hold meetings

ities all around the triad. they became local superstars. â&#x20AC;&#x153;iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been blessed to work with a lot of great people. i wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t eager to shine; i surrounded myself with folks that knew the business and had something to contribute. that was the key to our success.â&#x20AC;? waaa has always been established in the black community, but under evansâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; leadership, it became the voice. During the 1980s, winston-salem had not yet recognized the King holiday, so she used the power of the microphone to rally the communities together, and started a

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there as well. Jerry is also working with cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Chamber of Commerce to bring awareness to the businesses in the ogburn station community. â&#x20AC;&#x153;i was invited to participate in a conversation with smith reynolds airport regarding bringing commerce to this neighborhood,â&#x20AC;? he said. Check out more of my interview with Jerry anderson and his wife, Paula McCoy, to learn about all the different events theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re planning to

make ogburn station a thriving community. one event Jerry is excited about is â&#x20AC;&#x153;ogburn nightsâ&#x20AC;?; youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to dig it. Companies interested in becoming a Business of the Month should apply at https://triadminoritybusinessexpo.com/. This feature is sponsored by the WinstonSalem Branch of the NAACP, Winston-Salem Urban League, Triad Minority Business Expo and The Chronicle.

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Gov. Cooper should pursue gun control GUEST EDITORIAL

A half dozen years ago – although it seems like a lifetime – our nation waited to see how leaders in Washington would respond to the horrifying shooting deaths of 20 children and six educators at Sandy Hook Elementary. Washington, as we know, did little – as Washington has continued to do through an onslaught of gun massacres since. Connecticut, however, decided to act. In the aftermath of Sandy Hook, state lawmakers passed, and Democratic Gov. Dannel Malloy signed, a package of strong gun measures. The package expanded a ban on the sale of assault weapons and required the registration of existing assault weapons and high-capacity gun magazines. It launched a registry of weapons offenders and mandated background checks for all sales of firearms. It worked. As the New York Times reported Sunday, gun deaths started to drop after the laws passed. In four years, the number of deaths resulting from firearms – including homicides, suicides and accidents – fell from 226 to 164. Now, with Congress ready for another round of inactivity in the wake of 17 more students and educators dying in Florida, it will once again be up to states to protect their citizens from gun violence. With few exceptions, states with the strictest gun control measures have the lowest rates of gun deaths. North Carolina does not; we're 23rd in the country in firearm deaths per capita, according to the Giffords Law Center to Prevent Gun Violence. To be more precise: In Connecticut, Nikolas Cruz could not have legally purchased the AR-15style rifle and high capacity magazines he used to mow down the victims in Parkland, Florida. In North Carolina, he could have. Changing that – and passing other tough gun control measures – is harder in our state thanks to North Carolina's Republican-led General Assembly. But that doesn't mean Gov. Roy Cooper, a Democrat, shouldn't try. As North Carolinians grapple with the possibility of a Florida mass shooting happening here, Cooper should call for lawmakers to address the spiraling toll of gun violence. He should follow up by working to help legislators introduce tough gun measures like Connecticut's, as well as other sensible measures, such as raising the minimum age for gun purchases. If we don't think 18-year-olds have the maturity to hoist a beer, they sure shouldn't be able to lift and fire their own semiautomatic weapons. That legislative package also should include measures that address the mental health issues that Republicans often cite as the cause of mass shootings. Confronting gun violence shouldn't be about choosing one party's preferred approach, and there is no one law that will prevent gun violence. But a package of measures that help lessen the chance of the next deadly day is one worth passing. Will Cooper succeed? It's a long shot. Republican leaders Phil Berger and Tim Moore probably won't even let such bills get to the floor of their chambers. But the governor – and all North Carolinians – should force legislators to declare which gun violence measures they don't support. Make lawmakers go on the record if they don't think it's a good idea to protect their constituents in any reasonable way they can, so that N.C. voters can know come election time. The Charlotte Observer

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How being black and vegan honors my ancestors’ struggle To the Editor:

Somewhere along the line, while getting through this thing called life, I came across these words by the late, great Maya Angelou and turned them into a personal mantra: “I did then what I knew how to do. Now that I know better, I do better.” I've relied heavily on this quote for personal development. It’s helped me choose where to spend my money and how to treat other human beings, and yes, practicing these words has a lot to do with why I'm vegan. Once I understood that just like humans, chickens, pigs, cows and all other animals feel pain, experience fear and value their own lives, I banned dead animal parts from my life. I knew better, so – for animals – I did better. However, black vegans certainly “do better” for more than animals. No matter if I’m recognizing Black History Month, an ordinary April or even National Doughnut Day, I understand that I'm only here

because of my ancestors and the struggles they endured – and I owe every one of them my best, to honor their legacies. Right now, America in general, but African-Americans in particular, face a health crisis. According to the American Heart Association, Black Americans are disproportionately affected by obesity and more likely to have diabetes than their white counterparts. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that African-Americans have nearly double the risk of dying early from heart disease and strokes as whites. These aren't arbitrary statistics. My own father – who eats a stacked plate of ribs for a meal – struggles with diabetes. Most people can hardly understand my grandmother when she speaks due to multiple strokes. My uncle Harrison prided himself on his signature mustard and collard greens with ham hock, and he also died of heart disease. These are all links in my ancestral lineage ravaged by an unhealthy diet. It's a shame when folks mistake slave food for soul food. “Foods” like chitlins (animal intestines) or hog maw (pig stomach), lard and pigs’ feet harm our bodies. Our enslaved ancestors had to consume

these disgusting body parts to survive horrifying atrocities and in no way could they “do better.” Here in the 21st century, however, there's zero excuse. Consuming sickness and filth is not our true heritage and should not represent blackness. These types of culinary dishes – which were given to us as scraps by our oppressors and later hijacked African-American culture – kill us. So I do better. A vegan diet reduces the risks of heart disease, obesity, strokes and diabetes. And trust me, vegan soul food is alive and well. I still eat greens, fried "chicken," gumbo and sweet potato pie just like I did growing up. We can still have all the flavors we crave without the death, suffering and disease that come with eating animals. Living as a black vegan is a practice in "sankofa" – a traditional West African term that reminds us to learn from our roots in order to move forward. If we really want to honor our brothers and sisters, we must strive to be our healthiest, greatest, most compassionate selves. Zachary Toliver Online News Content Producer People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) Norfolk, Virginia

Embrace disruption in the state of the economy Algenon Cash

Guest Columnist The Winston-Salem Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual “State of the Economy” luncheon at the Benton Convention Center in Downtown on Feb. 22. The event attracted over 1,000 business and community leaders from companies, nonprofits, government and educational institutions that all have a deeply vested interest in the local economy. The keynote speaker was Tim Lowe, president of Lowes Foods, and unlike most economic presentations that may be littered with statistical analysis, numbers, and predictions – Mr. Lowe spent a half hour highlighting shifting consumers’ habits and the impact those changes are having on the retail industry. Not a week goes by without a retailer announcing major layoffs and shuttering units in response to consumers migrating to buying online. Lowe has an extensive background in the retail industry with over 26 years in various executive roles at Supervalu, Walmart and Meijer. He delivered an informative presentation

that centered on the disruption in the macro economy from companies that don’t produce anything or have any physical infrastructure. Amazon is the country’s largest retailer, but it owns no stores; Uber is the country’s largest taxi company, but owns no vehicles; Airbnb is the country’s largest hotel chain, but owns no real estate; and Facebook, the country’s most popular media owner, creates no content. Disruption innovation is a term in the field of business that refers to an innovation that creates a new market and eventually disrupts an existing market, displacing established market leading firms, products, and strategic alliances. The practice has existed since the dawn of time, but revealed itself more pronouncedly in business during the early 20th century’s Industrial Revolution. Henry Ford’s Model T disrupted the market for transportation in 1908 because the massproduced automobile lowered costs, reduced barriers to entry for ordinary families and eventually altered the way cities were developed. Historically disruptive innovation was produced by market outsiders and serial entrepreneurs, rather than existing market leading companies. Well performing companies strug-

gle to be innovative because they are focused on maintaining current market share. Railroad companies were the first leaders in transportation, but failed to predict the impact personal vehicles or airlines would have on passenger volume. IBM was a driver in technology long before Apple, Google and Facebook – but lacked the ability to see around the corner like some of the later startups. Amazon, however, is on a different pathway. The company generates $200,000 in gross sales daily, so it is clearly a market leader – but the company refuses to be disrupted and remains concentrated on being the disruptor. President and CEO Jeff Bezos says, “The outside world can push you into Day 2 if you won’t or can’t embrace powerful trends quickly. If you fight them, you’re probably fighting the future. Embrace them and you have a tailwind.” Bezos’ corporate philosophy simply means that every company must focus on being excited about the business and constantly

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(Below) The WinstonSalem Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual “State of the Economy” luncheon at the Benton Convention Center in downtown on Feb. 22.

seek out unmet needs in the marketplace. Not to mention Bezos shares that entrepreneurs need to focus on results and not process, make decisions quickly, look outside the company and do less customer focused market research. Small businesses are driving the U.S. economy – with over 70 percent of the new jobs created by this sector. My advice to rising entrepreneurs is don’t fear change, embrace it, and then use changing attitudes, habits, and desires to build a great business that delivers value to the marketplace. Our nation would not be the most advanced country on the planet without disruption innovation. My grandfather used to say, “All we know about change is that it’s coming.”

Algenon Cash is a nationally recognized speaker and the managing director of Wharton Gladden & Company, an investment banking firm. Reach him at acash@algenoncash.com

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Where is the village when we need it? I grew up in the East James B. Winston secEwers Jr. tion of WinstonSalem. Our Guest neighborColumnist hood was close knit as we knew our neighbors. In fact, we knew who the neighbors were that stayed three and four streets over from where we lived. Back in the day, if my mom ran out of flour for the fried chicken, she would go next door or down the street to get some more flour. Adults who lived in the neighborhood would discipline us boys and girls if we got out of line. During the summer, I would sit on the “block” with my buddies swapping stories until the street lights came on! Now once the street lights came on, it was time for all kids to vacate the “block” and go home. The games that we played as children were inexpensive. While we had fun, education was taken very seriously by all adults. I don’t ever remember a time when an adult didn’t ask me about how I was doing in school. I can remember the times when some of my friends and me were given these education talks by the neighbors. Mind you, many of these edu-

50 Jeffrey W. Hicks

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We have come a long way toward building Black homeownership since the Fair Housing Act was signed into federal law 50 years ago. In commemorating that milestone, we recognize and emphasize that, with fewer than half of Black Americans owning their homes, we still have a long way to go to reach economic parity through Black homeownership. The National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB) has advocated for Black American homeownership since it was founded on the principle of "Democracy in Housing" in 1947. We were at the forefront and in the trenches of this movement prior to April 11, 1968, when this act signaled a new level of commitment to self-determination and empowerment for Black people. NAREB was there, active in ensuring that the law passed. Today

cation talks were given by men and women without a college education. As I reflect now, I am not surprised that education was my career choice. My next-door neighbor, Mrs. Scales, was a high school English teacher at Atkins High School (my high school). My U.S. History teacher, Mr. Earl lived around the corner from me. Mr. Earl gave me my first briefcase when I started my teaching career at Ballou High School in Washington, D.C. as, you guessed it … a history teacher. The kids in my neighborhood were a

we continue working to ensure that fair and equitable treatment for Black Americans under the law remains intact as we work to increase homeownership in Black communities, nationwide. The importance of the Fair Housing Act cannot be over-emphasized as vital to the journey to full fair housing for all Americans. Recognizing this history helps to fortify us for the next stage of this ongoing movement. The obstacles to achieving fair housing may have changed over the past 50 years, but NAREB remains vigilant and ready to challenge any institutional and systemic barriers to increasing the rates of affordable and sustainable homeownership for Black Americans. We recognize the challenges. Today, Black Homeownership is at a very low 42 percent. At its peak in 2004, Black homeownership stood 49 percent. We're working to return to-and then surpassthat level. Democracy in Housing represents something far different today – the systemic obstacles of increasingly economically-segre-

part of the village. We had elders there who provided us with guidance, instruction and discipline. We listened to them because they knew more than we knew. Men and women in East Winston kept us in love until it was time for us to make our own way. Many years ago, Sam Cooke sang “A Change is gonna come.” He was right! Gosh, at this moment it is a great time to be around. What young people can do these days is without equal. However, in this drive to the top and the quest for success, do we know our

neighbor? Can we as adults go and borrow a cup of flour from our neighbor down the street? Do our neighbors talk to our children about their educational pursuits? Maybe my parents and others like them were moving fast, too; however I do know that at a certain time the streets were quiet. Why? Because families had dinner together. Sometimes, we had the same food for consecutive days. They were called leftovers. In some circles this is unheard of today as our children want “new food” each day. I think we have lost some very important aspects of the village and we must get them back. My neighborhood didn’t have a Neighborhood Watch Program but we trusted one another. Let’s take some time to slow down. Let us walk around the neighborhood or make an unannounced visit to our child’s school. Let us give our children some great growing up memories. If we become a part of the village, then others will join us. James B. Ewers Jr. Ed.D. is a former tennis champion at Atkins High School in Winston-Salem and played college tennis at Johnson C. Smith University, where he was all-conference for four years. He is a retired college administrator. He can be reached at ewers.jr56@yahoo.com.

years after Fair Housing Act, we still have a long way to go

gated communities. We fully understand that de jure segregation and institutional racism remain pervasive problems throughout the United States. We will continue to use all available tools in 2018 and in the future to increase Black homeownership as a pillar of the American Dream. We will keep advocating for supportive policies and educate our community about the inter-generational wealth-building power of homeownership.

NAREB will host a series of events and activities throughout 2018 to educate and inspire the public about the neverending struggle for equality and true Democracy in Housing. Our continuing movement to increase Black Homeownership signals our unshakable conviction that this pillar of the American Dream is still achievable, desirable and affordable for African Americans. The National

Association of Real Estate Brokers Inc. (NAREB) was founded in Tampa, Florida, in 1947 as an equal opportunity and civil rights advocacy organization for Black American real estate professionals, consumers, and communities in America. The purpose of NAREB is to enhance the economic improvement of its members, the community-atlarge, and the minority community that it serves. Although composed pri-

marily of Black Americans, the REALTIST association embraces all qualified real estate practitioners who are committed to achieving our vision of "Democracy in Housing." For more information, visit www.nareb.com.

jobs in their chosen fields, she explains, they tend to be conservative in their financial planning and want to avoid taking on more debt than they can comfortably afford. Cashion says that millennials are also looking for homes that reflect their lifestyles, allow them to live among likeminded neighbors and that offer the opportunity to be part of the communities where they live. “I find that millennials are very empathetic,” Cashion said. “They want to play a role in making their communities better places to live.” Brian A. Hudson, executive director and CEO of

the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency, agrees with Cashion that community is very important to millennials. “They want to live close to where they work, especially when they can obtain a mortgage that is less than the rent they are paying.” Hudson notes that the hot rental market in the last five years has caused more and more millennials to evaluate the tipping point between paying rent and paying a mortgage. “Even if they are not sure how long they will be in a certain community,” he notes, “many believe it makes sense to transition from renting to owning when

rent payments equal or exceed mortgage payments.” One of the obstacles facing millennials, as well as other homeowners, Cashion notes, is the lack of housing inventory. “I recently had a listing,” she says, “that had seven offers only a short time after it went on the market.” Cashion, who notes that millennials comprise 30 percent to 40 percent of her client base, said that this level of interest is not unusual for quality properties in the current real estate market. “This lack of quality housing inventory,” Cashion says, “is not just a

problem here in the Triad area, but in many communities across the country as well.” An important requirement in reaching millennials, Hudson says, is making use of digital media. “Running magazine and newspaper ads as we did for years does not work well with millennials. These days you have to be on Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram, Twitter and other social media because that’s what they rely on to get information.”

Jeffrey W. Hicks is the 30th president of the National Association of Real Estate Brokers.

Millennials become driving force in housing Chris G. Cox

Guest Columnist

As the U.S. economy recovers from a decade of slow growth, more and more millennials – generally defined as people born between the early 1980s and about 2004 – are becoming a significant factor in the real estate market as they pay off student loans and become established in their professions. “I work with many

well-educated millennials who are finally working in the professions they trained so hard for and are settling down and getting married,” said Brooke Cashion, a broker with Allen Tate Realtors and president of the Winston-Salem Regional Association of Realtors. “Some are looking for more traditional properties, while others prefer modern construction, but they are all looking for a good real estate investment that will help them to grow their money.” As many millennials begin to get on the feet financially after years of struggling with student debt and difficulty finding

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

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said Mayor Allen Joines. “In fact, he became their voice. Sometimes we know it was a lone voice because he was often by himself. He was the only African-American on the school board for a long time.” In a 2010 interview with The Chronicle, Bailey said some of his proudest accomplishments were done behind the scenes on the school board. “One of my biggest accomplishments, working through the superintendent, was getting minorities involved in administration – principals, things of that nature,” Bailey said. Bailey retired as WSSU’s media director in 1993. He then successfully ran for county commissioner in 2002, after several leaders in the black community suggested he run. He was a commissioner for eight years. He listed Caterpillar opening its local plant as one of his major accomplishments. The company was drawn to the area in 2010 by incentives approved by the county commissioners and training offered by Forsyth Technical Community College, whose board he sat on. Perhaps his most dramatic vote as county commissioner was in 2010. While still recovering in the hospital from colon cancer surgery, he cast a tie-breaking vote for that year’s library bond. The bond, which was approved by voters, resulted in the newly renovated Central Library that reopened last year. In the 2010 Democratic Primary, he was edged out by just 95 votes by current Commissioner Everett Witherspoon. When asked about it in 2010, Bailey said he should have “beaten the bushes” more and not relied so much on name recognition in that election. Witherspoon told The Chronicle he respected Bailey as a political trailblazer and former opponent. “He was always some-

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Community members give their condolences to family members at a funeral held for Beaufort Bailey on Monday at Greater Church.

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Members of Phi Beta Sigma, Inc. stand to honor their late fraternity brother, Beaufort Bailey, at his funeral service on Monday.

one who would put a smile on your face,” said Witherspoon. “Even when we was running, he had encouraging things to say about you. He added humor to the campaign.” County Commissioner Fleming El-Amin told funeral attendees that the smile and pleasant demeanor Bailey was known for served him well in getting things done as a commissioner. State Sen. Paul Lowe Jr., who also is a pastor, said during his sermon that Bailey was a voice for the voiceless that will be missed. There was also a proclamation by Phi Sigma Beta Fraternity Inc., of which Bailey was a member. Bailey served on numerous boards, including the Urban League. When he was president of

ads would say, “ You know a great number of black people support us saying that #HillaryClintonIsNotmyPresident” and “Hillary Clinton doesn’t deserve the black vote.” And, again according to the Mueller indictments, Russian conspirators sponsored “Down with Hillary” rallies, and would invite unwitting American activists to take part. One of those activists was Conrad

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wrote, after noting that Michaux’s “handprints” were all over “North Carolina public policy decisions that are in the best interests of all of the people …” “Thank you for your life of service.” Indeed, Michaux’s razor sharp physical profile, snapping dressing, and witty, yet knowledge pronouncements, have served him well during his long legislative tenure. “Remember Lincoln’s opening line in the Gettysburg Address, ‘Four score and seven years ago? That’s me,’ he says slyly, adding that he never thought he’d live this long, or doing what he’s been doing. There can be no question that Rep. Michaux is one of the most knowledgeable state lawmakers of any stripe. So when younger legislators like Rep. Ed Hanes of Winston Salem, or Reps. Amos Quick and Cecil Brockman of Greensboro, think about how Michaux helped to mentor them upon their first years serving, it reinforces the notion that Michaux is very much a father figure to younger black lawmakers. “He took an interest in me, and shared his vision,” Rep. Hanes recalls. ‘I’m

the Winston-Salem State University Alumni Association, the group restored the Atkins House and got a custom license plate from the N.C. Department of Motor Vehicles. According to his obituary, Bailey became a member of Cleveland Avenue Christian Church (now called Greater Church), and his final membership was at Saint Phillips Moravian Church in Winston Salem. Bailey’s son Rev. Dr. Nikita Joel Bailey said he and his siblings referred to his father as “Big Daddy” and that his father was in touch with them to the very end. He said his father was also there for countless others as their mentor and father figure. “There are people here

James of Raleigh. According to published reports, James was approached in September 2016 by a woman claiming to represent a group known as “BlackMattersUSA,” asking him to speak at a rally in Charlotte. James is quoted in the report that members of the group, “… were definitely trying to stir up trouble.” Mr. James was contacted for this report by email Monday evening, and asked, “… do you feel that you saw evidence of Russian involvement in the 2016 election here in North Carolina?” Conrad James’ reply was, “Yes, definitely, as far as voter suppression.”

forever grateful for that.” “The N.C. House will have a void with his absence,” mused Rep. Quick. “But his work will speak for him throughout history.” The Durham native remembers his father taking him to one of the first meetings of the Durham Committee on the Affairs of Black People in 1935. Years later, as a young teenager, Michaux recalls seeing two water fountains in downtown Durham – one for whites, the other for blacks. He also can’t forget being chased out of a “duckpin” alley by some “white folks” looking to beat him up near the Carolina Theater. It’s history Mickey Michaux refuses to forget, because he sees the legislative clock being turned back by the Republican majority, and fears that along with their apparent thirst for power, there will be a rachetting up of racial tensions, which will ultimately hurt North Carolina. Michaux says that over his nearly 40 years in the state House, his name appears on important laws such as the automatic restoration of citizenship rights for the formerly incarcerated; voting rights and same-day registration; and assistance of HBCUs. Thankfully, he says,

recent court cases have restored many of the voting rights laws the Republicans got rid of. But the onus will be on young leaders coming up, to learn their history, so that they won’t repeat the mistakes of the past. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once told Michaux that “we can’t make people love us, but at least we can make them respect us. And that’s why we have to keep strong people out in the forefront to make sure that that happens.” It’s a lesson Michaux took with after the assassination of his close friend almost 50 years ago, when he almost dropped out of politics. But when the people called, Mickey Michaux answered, running for the seat he’s held onto for four decades. He says he’s learned a lot, especially from his short tenure as U.S. attorney, and two congressional campaigns. When he finally steps down from the legislature, Michaux says, after a long rest, he wants to be around “… so that young people don’t forget the legacy that they have inherited. They are enjoying the fruits of people’s labor in the past ... fruits some died for.” He doesn’t want to see those fruits lost. “We’re about to repeat history that we don’t want to repeat,” he cautioned.

today who shared stories of how he was a father to them,” said Dr. Bailey. “Our Big Daddy was Big Daddy to many people we don’t even know.” Bailey was also survived by his wife of 63 years Pollye Graves Bailey and children Dr. L’Tanya Joy Bailey, Eugene Orrell Bailey, Goley Jock Bailey, Jan Perrin Bailey and Jay Perrie Bailey along with 10 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He was interned at Baileytown Cemetery in Walnut Cove, where he was born.

Scholarship helped her purchase books, and helped her stay in school. She said, “This scholarship has tremendously helped me.” In 1926 Woodruff became the first African-American to be elected to the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners, on which she served for 14 years. In 1997, when Woodruff died, she was known for standing up for those in need throughout the WinstonSalem/Forsyth County community. Marhsall, a native of Wadesboro, moved to WinstonSalem after finishing his education at Winston-Salem State University. Soon thereafter, he became a member and advocate for the local NAACP Chapter. After becoming chapter president in the 1980s, Marshall would go on to serve on both the county commissioners and school board. While delivering the keynote address, the honorable Judge Denise Hartfield said Woodruff and Marshall left legacies that will live on forever. She said the first thing we learned from Woodruff and Marshall is that you don’t have to leave your home to make a difference. Hartfield said, “It’s not about your ZIP code; it’s about what you’re getting in the framework of where you live, and we have to build up this community where Walter Marshall worked every day, where Maize Woodruff worked every day. We have to work in that same vineyard to make sure East Winston remains a beacon not just for North Carolina but for the United States of America. “The legacy is not always about land, the legacy is not always about money. The legacy is about what you have given to somebody and how you have empowered somebody,” Hartfield said. For more information on the scholarship fund visit www.foundation.forsyth.edu.

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Overreaction once again to A-A achievement

Recently America bore witness to an AfricanAmerican man finish second in the Daytona 500, the most prestigious race on the NASCAR circuit. Darrell Wallace Jr. was the first black man to start the Daytona 500 since Wendell Scott in 1969. Ever since his historic finish pundits around the nation are saying this may open the door for more African-American drivers in the sport, I beg to differ. Too often when an African-American or minortiy achieves something monumental in a sport outside of ones they are normally associated with, it creates a buzz. Many times that starts a conversation about the possibility of more minorities taking up that particular sport, but that rarely happens. Take for instance Tiger Woods. When Woods took the golfing world by storm in the late 1990s, it made many African-American youth look at the game in a different light. I can remember many people saying that he will encourage young minorities to pick up the game of golf. While Woods has propelled many minority men and women to pick up the game of golf, many of them are just “weekend golfers” who never have the chance of making it to the PGA Tour. There has not been this mass participation in the sport as many have assumed it would. Another example is the emergence of P.K. Subban of the Nashville Predators in the NHL. Subban led the Predators to the Stanley Cup Finals last season and once again people began the discussion of more African-Americans playing the sport. The problem with many of these assertions is that yes, AfricanAmericans and other minorities probably would gravitate to sports such as golf, hockey, soccer and tennis, but they just do not have access. If you go to many urban neighborhoods, you can find a basketball court or a field to play football. Many times you don't need an actual field to play football. But on the other hand, I rarely find a golf course or country club in urban communities. There are also not many hockey rinks or tennis courts there, either. If these children were given access to these facilities, they would definitely shine. As the Williams sisters in tennis have shown, they do not need the top teachers or trainers to compete in the sport. All it takes is the necessary skill set and a will to win. I wish it were true that Wallace’s win would cause an influx of minorities to auto racing, but in reality it just will not. Until people in those sports focus on bringing more people of color into the fold, the dynamics of those sports will not change. Even baseball has seen a precipitous dip in African-American participation over the last 30 years or so. Throughout the 1990s, black kids had See Ramsey on B2

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Semi-pro team reaches out to the community MARCH 1, 2018

BY TIMOTHY RAMSEY THE CHRONICLE

The Triad Panthers is a local semi-pro football team who will play their games at Carver High School stadium this year. Last Saturday, they held a community outreach event where they gave out snacks and drinks to the people of the eastern part of the city. The Panthers were joined by 102 JAMZ radio station along with a surprise visit from Council Member Denise “D.D.” Adams. The event was held at the old Burger King on the corner of Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. and East Fifth Street. “We did this today just to give back to the community and to also give the guys who never got a chance the hope that you can still live your dream and maybe make it to the next level,” said team president and player James Summers. Summers is a veteran of multiple semi-pro football teams over the years. He says as his career winds down he wanted to go out on his own terms so he and some friends decided to put together their own team and the Triad Panthers were born. “The vision is here now and the people that were selected for this team are from different backgrounds representing the entire Triad area,” Summers continued. “We are going to go out there and put on a show for the people in Winston-Salem.”

The ‘K-Cup’ decided in classic fashion 45-44 102-FM JAMZ radio station joined the Panthers Saturday afternoon as they gave out snacks and drinks to community at the old Burger King on Martin Luther King Jr. Dr.

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(Above) Jeremiah Scales, player with ball, was a key contributor to the Kernersville Middle School victory.

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(Right) Julius Reese Jr., No. 2 in green, goes over two Kernersville defenders for a layup in their game last week.

BY TIMOTHY RAMSEY THE CHRONICLE

The annual matchup between Kernersville and Southeast Middle Schools is an event the entire city of Kernersville embraces. This year’s game was so anticipated it had to be held at East Forsyth High. After the dust settled Kernersville Middle came away with a 45-44 victory in overtime. The game is affectionately called the “KCup” because both schools are in the city of Kernersville. This year’s game held extra importance this year as the winner went on

Nickolas Adams is only in his second year playing lacrosse and has already become a force on the field.

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the playoffs as conference champion. Kernersville came into the game undefeated. Southeast was also a highly rated team in the county, so the game totally delivered on the pre-game hype. “We hung in there tough even though they hit that three to send it into overtime but we made our free throws and held onto the ball in the end and pulled it out,” said Kernersville head coach Craig Thompson. The entire first half was a close game. Both teams were able to lock in on the defensive side of the ball keeping the score close. Southeast held a slim 16-13 lead at the break.

The first few minutes of the second half really swung the momentum in favor of Kernersville. While both teams were converting offensively Caleb Britt of the Hawks hit all four of his three-point shots giving them a comfortable lead throughout the third. “We were down and coach took us in the locker room and said we needed to get the three points we were down back so I just came out and was just feeling it with the first three and from there on my shot felt great for the rest of the game,” Britt said.

Atkins athlete finds new love in lacrosse BY TIMOTHY RAMSEY THE CHRONICLE

Since his freshman year, Nickolas Adams has been a key contributor to the Atkins Camel football and basketball teams. After a conversation with classmates he is now also a building block in the Camels up and coming lacrosse program.

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According to Adams the idea of playing lacrosse came to him while speaking with some friends about the sport. He says he was very unfamiliar with the game and with some urging decided to try out. As his second season is about to kick off he is looking to play a major role for the Camels. See Lacrosse on B2

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Panther player Wil Miller is a native of Winston-Salem. He says he takes a lot of pride in playing in front of his hometown people. “We are here to stay and we are very exciting,” Miller said. “We do a lot more for the community than what people know. We do food drives and other community events to make sure we continue to give back to those who support us.” Kenneth Patten, Panther middle linebacker, says one of the best things about the team is many guys have the opportunity to renew their careers after they have left the sport for a few years. “It feels good to come

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out here because a lot of guys are from the area so for us to be able to do this for the community with snacks and drinks is good,” said Patten. “We are proud to have this team out here because a lot of our youth are misguided and now we have a place for people to come instead of out here getting in trouble.” According to Summers, Panthers head coach Will Pompey and offensive coordinator Reggie Jones are two of the best in the business. He feels with them at the helm the Panthers have a good shot in their first year being in the Coastal Football Association. “We like to do things for the community to make sure we give back if nothing else,” said Jones. “My hope is that the community

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comes out to support us because I have high expectations from the young men on the team this year.” Councilwoman Adams came out and spoke with the team about the importance of their presence in the community. She implored them to set a positive example for the young men and women coming up behind them. “You guys are out here today leading by example and I am just so proud of you,” Adams said in reference to the team's presence in the community Saturday afternoon. “You all are the next kings and queens of the world and people are looking up to you.” The Panthers kick their season off this Saturday at Carver High School with a jamboree. The games begin at 2 p.m.

Councilwoman Denise “DD” Adams joined the Triad Panthers for their Community Day last Saturday.

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“We came out flat on defense in the second half so that really hurt us and those threes really killed us as well,” said Southeast head coach Matthew Halverstadt. Southeast would not go away easily as they began their comeback effort early on in the fourth quarter. Led by Tyler Bailey and Julius Reese Jr. the Jaguars closed the gap to three with less than fifteen seconds left in the game. As the clock expired Southeast hit a game tying three to send it into overtime. Halverstadt told his team they had to step up the effort on defense because that is what got them there. Kernernersville had other ideas as they dominated the glass grabbing every rebound and loose ball. The clutch shooting from Jeremiah Scales did not hurt either. Southeast had their chances late in the game but a lane violation, one of three they had on the night, negated a game tying free throw with just over a minute to play. That one point would prove costly as the late three point shot from Bailey brought them only to within one in the final seconds. Last season Southeast

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The Kernersville Middle school team finished the regular season undefeated with a win against Southeast Middle last week.

defeated Kernersville by a sizable margin so this game was on their radar all season according to Britt. He says on top of finishing undefeated they wanted to avenge this loss and head

into the playoffs with good momentum. Scales wanted to team and play hard

added, “I just be there for my come out and and hit the big

shots when we needed them because that is my role. I'm used to the pressure and I am grateful to come out here and get this win.” Coach Thompson says

his guys have “been doing it all year” and has really listened to what he and his coaches were trying to implement all season. “They work hard and come to practice everyday

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and they really stepped up tonight,” he said. “I know we will be playing at home and we will just have to go out there and give it all we got.”

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“My coach is a teacher here and I was sitting in his class speaking with some friends who play and they kept telling me to just come out and play,” said Adams. “At first I told them no because it looked too hard but when tryouts came I went and made the team.” He says by the time the third game of the season came around he knew this was something he wanted to play for a while. As a means to get better he dove head first into obtaining as much information and tips about the game as possible. “Everyone just gave me tips about what to do and how the game is played,” he said. “I just soaked in what the coaches and the experienced players were telling me and I just started liking it.” Adams says he used his athleticism and speed to carry him in the beginning of his career. He now has added other skills to his arsenal to make him a more versatile player. For Adams he says he prefers lacrosse to other sports because of the continuous style of play. He says even when there is a foul, play does not stop until the ball hits the ground. He also enjoys the team aspect of the game because as he put it “it takes more than one player to make a good lacrosse team.” Another point of motivation to play the sport of lacrosse was the fact that not many AfricanAmericans are involved with it. He feels he can spark interest in the sport from more AfricanAmericans at his school by inviting them to come out

Atkins coach Timothy Callaghan gives his team some words of wisdom during practice last week. and play When Nickolas went to his mother Deborah about the possibility of playing lacrosse she was not aware of what the sport was either. Upon seeing how the sport was played she was worried about the amount of contact involved in it. “When I went to go see his first game I thought it was the most violent sport I have ever seen,” said Ms. Adams. “I just saw kids running after one another with sticks trying to knock the ball out of your hands and it made me a bit apprehensive.” “But the only reason why I allowed him to play is because he was good,” she continued. “It's nice to go see your son play and the whole team is rooting him on.” Atkins coach Timothy Callaghan says Adams surprised everyone on the team with his play because of his limited experience. Callaghan says the fact Adams did not have any bad habits was a bonus once he took the field. “It was really exciting

to see him carry out a lot of the things we were saying and to see him take that step forward by getting better as a player,” Callaghan said. “He went from being a backup to now being a big starter with a lot of playing time this season.” “He is already a leader out there by trying to get the guys to play the right way,” he continued. “He has been a huge addition for us since last year.” Callaghan said he is surprised by the impressive fundamentals Adams possesses so quickly in his career. He says Adams doesn't do anything poorly but he just needs to “take it to the next level” to make him a better player. The Camel program is only in its fourth year of existence. Coach Callaghan hopes to become more competitive and possibly have a winning season. Atkins is one of the more diverse schools in Forsyth County and it really shows on their sports teams. Adams was the only African-American youth on the team last year

but now minorities make up a large portion of the team this season, which was a point of emphasis for him. “There is so much diversity here and I figured it would be, but I guess it's more surprising when you go out to games to see how diverse we are as compared to other teams,” Callaghan said. “There are other schools out there that are starting to grow and it is a lot more fun with the diversity out there.” Adams is also a high achiever in the classroom as well. He is an honor roll student with a 3.8 GPA and is a member of the National Junior Honor Society, Crosby Scholars and WSSU Math and Science Education Network just to name a few of his honors. He ranks in the top 15 of his graduating class and would love to stay close to home when it comes to his choice of college. He would like to continue his lacrosse career if possibly but his dream is to become a forensic scientist.

Nickolas Adams, who poses with his mother, Deborah, is a key piece to the Camel lacrosse team this year.

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the likes of Ken Griffey Jr., Barry Bonds, Albert Belle, Doc Gooden, Darryl Strawberry and Tony Gwynn to look up to, just to name a few. Nowadays there are just a handful of African-American star players, many of which are not household names like they used to be. My hope for the future is that sports outside of football and basketball focus on including more people of color. Basketball and football do

a great job to marketing to young minorities, which I cannot say about other sports. If and when access to these other sports becomes readily available to young people of color, it will only be a matter of time before a column like this will be moot. So next time a sports commentator makes a comment about how a finish like Wallace's in the Daytona 500 affects the sport, I hope they mention that those sports need to be available to a wider audience.

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W-S Prep continues to roll through state playoffs T H E C H R ON I C LE

BY TEVIN STINSON THE CHRONICLE

The Phoenix of Winston-Salem Preparatory Academy are rolling through the state playoffs. On Tuesday, Feb. 27 in the quarterfinals match-up against the North Stanly Comets, the Phoenix pushed their winning streak to 22, earning the 78-67 victory. Although the Comets threatened throughout the contest, the Phoenix led the entire game. The Phoenix will take on defending 1A State Champion Lincoln Charter on Saturday, March 3, for a chance to play for the 2018 NCHSAA 1A Championship. Last year Lincoln Charter defeated

WSPA 75-65 in the third round of the playoffs. Head coach Andre Gould seemed to have the team rolling on all cylinders following their first round bye, routing the Granite Bears 95-68 to kick off their 2018 playoff run on Thursday, Feb. 22. Heading into the match-up the Phoenix was arguable the hottest team in the state, riding a 19game win streak, including a recent win over Mount Airy in the Northwest 1A Conference Championship on Feb. 16. The Granite Bears earned a fourth meeting with WSPA by defeating Bishop McGuiness 54-51 in the first round. The two teams also met twice during regular season conference play.

Gould said coming into the fourth match-up with the Granite Bears he told his players to have a win or go home attitude and that’s exactly how the team played. From the tip until the final buzzer WSPA played with energy on both sides of the ball the Mount Airy just couldn’t match. “You shouldn’t have to motivate at this point in the season,” Gould said when discussing his team’s effort. “…You either win or you go home. We had to come out and play.” Junior guard Chaz Gwyn got the offense going for WSPA when he knocked down two quick three-pointers to open a 60 lead. Behind some sharp shooting from senior Caleb Arrington, and hustle plays from junior Donovan

Hotel in Biltmore Park on Saturday March 17. Contestants must be at least 21 years of age, be a resident of North Carolina for at least 6 months prior to the pageant date, and 100 percent wheelchair mobile for their community travels. (Meaning if you can walk a little bit within the home that’s OK but you have to be dependent on the chair 100 percent when out and about.) The deadline for all applications is March 1. For more details, please send email t o brandee.ponder@mswheel chairnc.org.

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Community Calendar

Today, March 1-11 – Performance The N.C. Black Repertory Company will p r e s e n t “Topdog/Underdog” on March 1-11. Topdog/Underdog is a dark comedy revolving around two African-American brothers: Lincoln and Booth. The event will be held at the Mountcastle Forum-Milton Rhodes Center for the Arts, 209 Spruce St. N. Tickets are $25/adults and $21/seniors and students. Visit www.ncblackrep.org for more information and tickets. Performance dates and times are: Thursday, March 1, 7:30 p.m.; Friday, March 2, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, March 3, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, March 4, 3 p.m.; Thursday, March 8, 7:30 p.m.; Friday, March 9, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, March 10, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, March 11, 3 p.m. Today, March 1-23 – Cereal Drive In recognition of National Nutrition Month, Crisis Control Ministry will hold its 18th annual “Wee Care! Cereal Drive” from March 1-23. For more information on Wee Care! or to become a participating collection location, contact Tricia Murphy at Crisis Control at (336) 724-7875, ext. 1040.

Today, March 1- May 31 – Writer’s Competition Winston-Salem Writers will be accepting entries for the 2018 Flying South competition from March 1May 31. There will be $2,000 in prizes awarded. Best in category winners will be published in Flying South magazine and will receive $500 each. The Winston-Salem Writers President’s Favorite will also receive $500. Entry fee is $15 ($10 for members of Winston-Salem Writers). For details on submitting entries, go to www.wswriters.org and click on the contests tab. Entries will be accepted after March 1 through submittable.com. Today, March 1 – Ringing the Alarm Bell Join the Voting Rights Coalition as we discuss ways to build our power and fight back against attacks on our democracy. The meeting will be on today, Thursday, March 1 at 6 p.m. at Goler Memorial Church, 620 N. Patterson Ave.

Today, March 1 – Application Deadline The Ms. Wheelchair North Carolina Pageant, which is a disability advocacy and activism program that seeks to honor women who utilizes wheelchairs for their mobility for their accomplishments and achievements, since the onset of their disability. The next pageant will be in Asheville at the Hilton

Today, March 1 – Art Exhibit Delta Arts Center, 2611 New Walkertown Road, Winston-Salem, is holding an opening reception for its exhibition of local artists 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, March 1. Ron Rogers, who draws political cartoons for The Chronicle, will be a featured artist. It is free and open to the public. The exhibition starts March 1 and ends June 30. For more information, go to http://deltaartscenter.org/

Now-Mar. 2 – Sawtooth display In celebration of our new woodcarving studio, Sawtooth is proud to present (Hew) to Form. On display from Jan. 16 through March 2, this collaborative show details the many art forms and expressions of woodcarving. An opening reception will be held on Feb. 2 from 5-7 p.m. Free and open to the public. Sawtooth is located upstairs in the Milton Rhodes Center for the Arts at 251 N. Spruce St. in downtown, WinstonSalem. For more information visit sawtooth.org or call (336) 723-7395.

Now – March 24 – Light installation The Arts Council of Winston-Salem and Forsyth County in partnership with the North Carolina Clean Energy Technology Center and Clean Air Carolina will sponsor a multi-story public art light installation in downtown Winston-Salem beginning Thursday, Feb. 22 and ending March 24. The display is free and open to the public. Best viewing is the corner of West Fourth Street and Spruce Street any evening from Feb. 22 – March 24 beginning at dusk.

Now-Mar. 30 – Basketball Camp Scholarships EnergyUnited is giving two students an opportunity to hit the hardwood alongside their favorite college basketball athletes and coaches this summer, thanks to Touchstone Energy Sports Camp Scholarships. Applications are being accepted through March 30 and can be found online at www.energyunited.com/sports-camp. Eligible students who are

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Green, the Granite Bears were able to fight back to end the quarter but never managed to take the lead. Daivien Williamson, Zack Austin, Corey Rutherford, and Justice Goodloe had stellar showings for the Phoenix as well. Along with advancing in the playoffs, and pushing their current streak to 20, the win also marked a milestone for Coach Gould as well. The win marked his 301st as the head coach at WSPA. Gould took the reins of the boy’s basketball program at WSPA when the school first opened in 2006, and has built a dynasty. Since the 2006 season, WSPA has appeared in six state championships and brought the

Now – Cultural Arts directory Triad Cultural Arts, Inc. is compiling an online Triad Cultural Arts Directory. We would like to promote regional artistic organizations and independent artists, using our website and Coming Eventz e-newsletter. Post your event in our community news section of the Coming Eblast for free. To have a graphic/flier posted there is a fee. For more information, visit www.triadculture.org or email info@triadculturalarts.org March 2 -- Black History finale Black Americans Demonstrating Unity, Salem College's Black student union will have a Black History Finale Show on March 2 at 7 p.m. at Salem College's Hanes Auditorium.

March 2 – Film Screening The International Civil Rights Center & Museum will have a film viewing of "Scandalize My Name: Stories from the Blacklist" on March 2 as part of its First Friday series. First Friday begins at 6:00 p.m., free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be available after the program, in the front lobby. Building will close at 8 p.m. March 2 – Gala Eastern Music Festival will host its 3rd Annual Spring Scholarship Gala, The Magic of the Music on March 2, 2018. This social and musical evening will help to raise scholarship funds for young artists to study at EMF and will honor Joseph M. Bryan, Jr. for his years of continued See Com. Cal. on B6

me a chance really means a lot,” Gould continued. “And I couldn’t have done it without the players. I’m proud of all of them whether they played basketball or not. I’m proud of my assistant coaches I’m proud of everybody that help make this possible.” The Phoenix didn’t have long to bask in the glory of their 20 game win streak. WSPA was back in action on Saturday; Feb. 24 when they took on another conference foe, South Stokes. In that match-up the Phoenix defeated the Suaras 71-60, WSPA’s third win over South Stokes this season.

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Now-April 19 – Volunteers Needed A call for volunteers for the 20th annual RiverRun International Film Festival. Volunteer registration is now open for our 20th Festival, April 19-29! Contact Jane McKim at Jane@riverrunfilm.com or follow the link to register: http://riverrunfilm.com/volunteer/. Now-May 11 – Parent Academy Carver High School in partnership with Forsyth Technical Community College will offer Parent Academy and Community Institute classes. The classes will be held every Tuesday and Wednesday from 5:45-8:45 p.m. until May 11. Free child care will be provided. For more info, please call (336) 7272987 ext. 33048.

title back four times, including back-to-back wins in 2013 and 2014. After the game Gould thanked everyone who ever gave him an opportunity to and hundreds of players he has coached and mentored over the years. He said, “I’m proud that they gave me an opportunity and saw something in me and gave me a chance to prove them right.” Before becoming the head coach at WSPA, Gould served as an assistant at Reynolds High School where he learned the game from coaches like John Allen, Howard West, and others. “I always had confidence in myself but just the fact that they had enough confidence in me to give

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Elder Richard Wayne Wood Sunday School Lesson

The Lord Will Provide Lesson Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

By the end of this lesson, we will *Explore God’s call to radical personal sacrifice. *Appreciate the difficulty of following His directives. *Emulate those who make extreme personal sacrifices for God.

Background: The time is 2050 B.C. and the places are Beersheba and Moriah. Abraham is known as a man of faith, yet not perfect, as indicated by his several missteps in judgment and behavior. (Read Genesis Chapters 12, 16 and 20). His faith was strong, but inconsistent. Isaac’s name means Laughter and he is best known as the “child of promise.” Though there are many opinions on his age at the time of this sacrifice, it is safe to say he was a young man, not a child. Lesson: Our lesson starts with God testing Abraham. He is commanded to offer his only son as a sacrifice (even though human sacrifice is not sanctioned by God). Abraham chose to trust God and go to the mountain that God would name to make the sacrifice as instructed. We might say Abraham was forced to choose between obedience to God’s command and his love for his son (verses 1-2). The trip to Moriah took two days and on the third day, Abraham arises and spots the place to build the altar of sacrifice and informed those accompanying him that he and Isaac were going to worship “and we will come back to you” (verse 5). Abraham very deliberately took the items needed for an altar of sacrifice. We conjecture and Paul writes in Hebrews 11:17-19 that Abraham was so confident in the permanence of God’s promise that he believed if Isaac were killed, God would bring him back to life so that the promise would be fulfilled. Isaac’s inquiry as to “Where is the lamb?’ is met with Abraham’s faithful response “My son, God will provide for Himself the lamb for the burnt offering” (verse 8). Preparations all made … when Abraham was about to slay his son, God stopped the raised knife saying, “Abraham, Abraham … Do not lay your hand on the lad, or do anything to him: for now I know that you fear God, since you have not withheld your son, your only son, from me” (verse12). Abraham passed the test. His faith in the God of mercy was well placed. The sacrifice however, had to be completed – and God revealed to Abraham His ram in the bush. The worship completed, Abraham called the place “The-Lord-Will-Provide.” Note: The idea of substitutionary atonement is introduced here, pointing to its ultimate fulfillment in the death of Christ. (The MacArthur Study Bible, UMI and the Oxford Bible Commentary)

For Your Consideration: Does it take more time for you to obey God’s commands when there is a personal sacrifice involved? Is our faith and trust in God reflected in our actions?

Life’s Application: Life is always in God’s hands. It comes from and belongs to the Lord. It is merely loaned to both parents and children. God can ask for its return at any time. God is wise in all He does and if we, like Abraham, believe and obey, He will reward our faith with His goodness and righteousness. (The Modern Life Study Bible) “And my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus” (Philippians 4:19)

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Now-March 4 The North Carolina Area of the Northwestern District of the Holiness Church of God, Inc., Quarterly meeting will convene at Mount Calvary Holiness Church 1615 NE 22nd St., Winston-Salem, through March 4. Senior Overseer Eugene Kirby Jr will preside and the host pastor is Honorary Overseer Wardlow Frasier. The theme for this session is “Teach me to do thy will; for thou are my God: thy sprit is good; lead me into the land of uprightness.” – Psalm 143:10. Weeknight services starts at 7:30 p.m. and the Sunday service begins at 4 p.m. Now-March 21 Lenten services St. James A.M.E. Church is holding mid-week Lenten Services every Wednesday at 7 p.m. through March 21. Guest Ministers will bring the message each week. St. James is located at 1501 N. Patterson Avenue. The pastor is the Rev. Dr. Steven L. Lyons. The public

Rev. Allen Baldwin has hit the ground running as the new pastor of Ephesus.

Seventh-day Adventist church welcomes new pastor

BY TIMOTHY RAMSEY THE CHRONICLE

Ephesus Seventh-day Adventist Church on Cleveland Avenue just welcomed a new pastor.

The transition from one pastor to another is not always an easy one. For Ephesus Seventh-day Adventist Church on Cleveland Avenue the transition has been somewhat easy. They recently wel-

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comed their new pastor the Rev. Allen Baldwin. Baldwin hails from Cleveland, Ohio, but came to Ephesus from his previous assignment in Macon, Georgia. He was installed as pastor here in Winston-Salem on Nov. 11, 2017 and says he has had a great experience thus far.

“I have enjoyed my time thus far in the Triad,” said Baldwin. “The time with my congregation has been good and I know it will take some time for them to get used to me and for me to get used to them. It has been a good experiSee New on B5

Church experiences quick growth

Rev. Curtis Friday, The Love Church pastor, stands with a church member following a service.

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BY TIMOTHY RAMSEY THE CHRONICLE

Ten years ago, the Love Church did not exist. In seven short years, the church has grown to one of the best churches that attracts the millennial generation. Now with over 500 members, the Love Church is reaching for even higher feats in the years to come. According to senior Pastor Curtis Friday, the Love Church was born in his living room with his wife and five friends. He says they held two services there then moved to a hotel and has continued to grow since then. They have been at their current location of 4198

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March 2 Women’s fellowship Bishop Marvin Cremedy, Pastor Clara Cremedy & Vessels of Honor Church Ministry, 3608 Ogburn Ave., will host “Don’t Block My Flow” 2018 Women’s Fellowship. The service will be held on Friday, March 2 at 7 p.m. The keynote speaker will be Apostle Gaynell Walters from Holly Hill, South Carolina. For more information and or transportation you may contact, Pastor Clara Cremedy at (336) 624-9351 or email claracremedy@yahoo.com. March 4 Worship Services Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of WinstonSalem, 4055 Robinhood Road will have worship services on March 4. The Rev. Lisa Schwartz, speaking at

Cherry St. for the past three years. Friday says they have plans of further growth in the future to include space for more members and other ministries. “It has been a hard but good ride, and at first I thought we could do something different, but I never thought we would be at the level we are right now,” said Friday. “I was not prepared for it because I had the mindset of doing ministry but not the mindset of business.” He attributes their tremendous growth to their methodology. “One wise man told me people don't care how much See Growth on B5

both the 9 a.m. Awake service and the 11 a.m. traditional worship, will explore the power, glory and pain of the struggle for racial justice in mostly white liberal community. At Explorations, 9:15 a.m., Gus Preschle will discuss “Good Eating.” At the Forum, 9:15 a.m., Jessica Turner will present “We the People: ACLU’s Fight for Civil Rights.” For more information, visit UUFWS.org.

March 10 Grief Care St. Paul United Methodist Church sponsors “Grief Care”, a support group for persons experiencing grief due to the death of someone close to them. The sessions feature biblical teaching on grief and recovery topics. The sessions are designed to give encouragement and support to persons on their journey from “Mourning to Joy”. Sessions are free, each is self-contained, meaning one does not have to attend the sessions in sequence. Guilt and Anger is the topic on Saturday, March 10 at 10 See Rel. Cal. on B6

‘Break the huddle and run the play,’ preacher, CBS Sports’ Brown says T h e C h r on i C Le

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Minister James Brown addresses the congregation at Bridgeway Community Church near Baltimore, Maryland.

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CoLUmBia, md. — mention the name James Brown, and worldwide, most people think of the hard-working legendary, now-deceased musician. however, in broadcast media circles, the same name belongs to another hardworking black man with the exact same handle. on a recent Sunday morning at Bridgeway Community Center in suburban Baltimore, broadcaster James Brown was in a role many people didn't realize he was into – a minister's role. as special guest speaker, Brown provided the word during a month-long speakers series hosted by Bridgeway's resident pastor, David anderson. During his hour-long sermon, minister

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ence thus far and i have enjoyed working with my officers and meeting my members.” as a young man, Baldwin says he acknowledged that “God has something for me to do” but was not quite sure what that was at the time. he says he finally gave in to the call in his early 20s but did

Brown delivered a passionate message reflecting his lifelong commitment to sports and spirituality. having experienced life as a teenage high school and college basketball star, minister Brown would later use his court savvy to transition to a career as a network TV football announcer and analyst. his recent sermon targeted the theme: “Break the huddle and run the play.” The football analogy fit perfectly, considering Brown currently hosts “inside the nFL” on Showtime, in addition to his regularly scheduled play-by-play football broadcasts that have aired on CBS-TV and Fox-TV in the past 30 years. he also hosts CBS news and contributes to “60 minutes.” Blessed with a smooth, engaging personality, the announcer/minister easily encountered the congregation, initially

not immediately go into preaching. “i was actually in my early 30s when i got my official call,” he said. “When i say official, i mean by my conference and then going to seminary school.” Baldwin has ministries and issues that are close to his heart. Children, health care, food insecurities, community service and social justice are just a few of the things on his list.

The Love Church is located at 4198 Cherry St. in Winston-Salem.

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you know until they know how much you care,” he said. “We do things for the community such as $5,000 gas card giveaways. We went to the grocery store and bought everyone groceries, and we do funerals for free.” Friday says he knows for sure one funeral he performed for free was a catalyst for a lot of their growth. he says once he spoke to the young people at the funeral, many individuals flocked to the church. Friday has somewhat of an unconventional path to the ministry. he says he

was a troubled youth that had run-ins with law enforcement, which led him to prison. While there, he found his faith. “i am very open about my story,” he said. “i was in the streets really bad, and so i got locked up. my attraction to the ministry was when i was locked up. There i started teaching Bible study and when i got out, i was connected to holy Trinity Full Gospel Baptist Church and rev. richard C. miller, and i just served wherever i could.” “Preaching was the last thing i've done because when i was ordained to be a minister, it was a lot of us and you didn't get the

“But i think the quality of lifestyle is what i am really interested in helping church members with, but also members of the surrounding community,” he said. another goal for Baldwin is to integrate himself with some of the local pastors in the area as well. he says he has met a few of the local pastors who have come to introduce him to the area. Baldwin said many

with stories about his wife, and four young grandchildren. Following his warmup of his audience, Brown evoked his love for the Lord – and his knowledge of Scripture. During his sermon, he compared football huddles with attending church services, Sunday school and Bible studies – but never taking lessons learned in those forums and “running the play” or applying what’s learned for good use. he also equated four quarters of football with the biblical three-scores and 10 life-cycle. “By age 16, you've completed quarter one, at 36, it's halftime; at 50, it's third quarter, and anything after 70, well, that's over-time and ultimately, ‘sudden death,’ he said to applause and chuckles. after enjoying a star-studded career at DC’s legendary Dematha Catholic high School, Brown matriculated to harvard, where he earned a degree in american people have certain misconceptions about the Seventh-day adventist faith. he acknowledged there are differences, such as the belief in the eternal soul or the day they observe the Sabbath. “We are not a separate religious entity; we are Protestant,” he said. “People get us mixed up sometimes with JWs (Jehovah Witnesses) or with mormons. There is a distinct different between a

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Government, in addition to his continued athletic prowess as harvard's premier hoopster. When a tryout with the nBa atlanta hawks proved fruitless, Brown gathered his harvard degree and entered corporate america with gigs at xerox and eastman Kodak. Brown regularly attends D.C.’s rhema Christian Center, and speaks there on occasion. Bridgeway Community Church was founded by senior pastor David anderson. The church reflects a spiritfilled, multi-culturally diverse congregation. Dr. anderson described minister Brown as “a devout man of God.” For more information about Bridgeway Community Church, go to, info@bridgeway.cc.

Seventh-day adventist, a JW or a mormon.” “The Seventh-day adventist probably has more in common with the Baptist and the methodist than they ever would with JW or mormon, because we believe in the Father, The Son and the holy Spirit,” he continued. “We believe that Jesus died and rose for us.” ephesus has had a long tradition of bringing information to the community

about important issues that plague the community, such as dementia or how to work with youth. Baldwin says he wants to continue to attack those issues and more going forward. “i think the church needs to speak on the issues,” he continued. “i am not necessarily shy about including these issues in my sermons from time to time as well. The church cannot be divorced from the struggle.”

In seven years, The Love Church has grown to one of the best churches that attracts the millennial generation. opportunity to preach,” he continued. “i may have had the chance to preach for 15 minutes or so on a Wednesday but he [miller] taught me a lot, and that is how i learned to do ministry. once he got out of prison, Friday says he was determined to stick to the church. he says he would ride the bus to church until someone blessed him with a car. he met his wife at holy Trinity and said they did not initially set out to start a church but after visiting other churches, they felt they needed to do something different. “i'll say it like this because i don't like saying we are better, it's just our

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assignment is so different,” Friday said about The Love Church. “our assignment is social service because we are doing what God says and to touch the people nobody would touch.” Friday says the things

he went through and experienced as a youth helps him relate more to this generation. he feels when he shares the things he did in the past with young people they can use him as an example of what not to do. Friday says the faith

community has to use new methods to create avenues for people to come in. he faithfully uses social media to attract new members. even his preaching style differs from other Baptist preachers, which is also a bonus.

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March 2: Kaleideum After Dark Kaleideum Downtown, 390 S Liberty Street, Winston-Salem. (336) 7239111 on Friday, March 2, 6–9 p.m. will feature a night of bikes, beers, and cheers featuring CycleBar Winston-Salem with a live DJ and two group bike rides. Fiddlin’ Fish will provide beer and Carolina’s Vineyards & Hops will provide wine. Mojito Mobile Food Truck will offer delicious food for purchase. Admission: $15 includes one drink ticket, one ride registration (on first come basis), and museum play. If you choose not to ride, there is plenty of other fun to be had. Two free drink tickets will go to those who purchase advance tickets online. Advance tickets available through www.kaleideum.org until noon on Friday, March 2. Tickets also available at the door.

March 2-3, 9 – Bowl Event for Kids Big Brothers Big Sisters Services’ signature fundraising event, Bowl for Kids’ Sake, is expanding to Kernersville’s Countryside Lanes. In Kernersville, the event is set for March 9 from 4-6 p.m. Prizes will be given to the bowlers, and there is even an extra incentive to raise money early. In Winston-Salem, Bowl for Kids’ Sake will be held March 2 from 4-6 p.m. and March 3 from 8 a.m.-7p.m. at AMF Lanes on Jonestown Road. Sign up your team today at give.bbbsnc.org/bfks.

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March 11 Prayer Circle Please join us on Sunday, March 11 from 34 p.m. (Rain or Shine) to lift up the men and women who put their lives on the line for our safety every day. The prayer circle will be located at 725 N. Cherry St. March 17 Ricky Dillard concert Nationally renowned contemporary gospel singer, songwriter and choir master Dr. Ricky Dillard and a choir will perform at Fayetteville State University’s (FSU) Gospel Explosion at 6 p.m. on March 17 in the J.W. Seabrook Auditorium. Tickets cost $25 for the general public and $15 for alumni, faculty, staff and military. Tickets may be purchased at ETIX.com and FSU’s Seabrook auditorium at (910) 672-1724. March 23-24 Community Arts Series Winston-Salem writer, director, educator and Emmy Award-winning actor Ron Jones will bring his show “The Movement: 50 Years of Love and Struggle” to Wentz Memorial United Church of Christ at 3435 Carver School Road, Winston Salem, March 23-24 at 7 p.m. Tickets ($12/adults and $6/children 12 and under) can be purchased through Wentz Church by calling (336) 722-0430 or online at: h t t p : / / w w w. b r o w n p a pertickets.com/event/3055 581. For more information on Dialogues on Diversity: www.dia-

March 3 – Book Signing McKay's in Winston Salem will be hosting a book signing event for local author Jaylin Beam on Saturday, March 3, at 2 p.m. Jaylin Beam is a young author from King and will be promoting her fantasy/adventure series, “The Mark Of A King, “which has two volumes. The third volume will be released later this year. More information on the authors, the books, and the events can be found at http://www.dwbeampublishing.com.

March 3 – Community Event Glenn High School CORE Club will have a documentary screening of “Live for Tomorrow” on March 3 at 6:30 p.m. The event will be at Glenn High School Auditorium, 1600 Union Cross Road Kernersville, NC 27284. This a free event. March 3 – Symposium Novant Health and cohost Kybele Inc. invite members of the community to attend next month’s Global Health Worker Symposium. The all-day event will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 3 and will be held at Novant Health Conference Center on the campus of Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center. Admission is free to the symposium with the donation of suggested items. To see suggested items and to register for this year’s event, please visit kybeleworldwide.org

March 3 – Meals-onWheels Fundraiser The 8th Annual Art Show & Sale Benefiting Meals-on-Wheels will be held on March 3 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. at Senior Services Center, 2895 Shorefair Drive. Participating artists will donate a generous portion of the proceeds from the loguesondiversity.com

April 28 Church Anniversary First Calvary Baptist Church, 401 N. Woodland Ave., will celebrate its 100th Anniversary on April 28-29. A banquet will be held on April 28 at 6 p.m. in the S. G. Atkins Community Center -1922 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. The ticket cost is $25 for adults; children 12 and under $10. For more information, call (336) 724-2611. Ongoing

Every Wednesday Noon-Day Express Greater New Liberty Baptist Ministries will host a Noon-Day Express on every Wednesday from noon-12:45 p.m. Guest speakers from around the city and surrounding area will encourage hearts at midweek. The public is invited to come out and share in this time of worship and praise. A lunch will be offered. The Rev. Dr. Linda M. Beal is the host pastor. For more information, Tracee Spear at (336) 429-0512 or Deacon Beal at (336) 5283256. Monday, Wednesday and Friday Food pantry, clothes closet Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, from 1-4 p.m., Love Community Development Corporation, at 3980 N. Liberty St., will serve those in need of food and clothes. JobLink is also available Monday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for those needing assistance with resumes or seeking employment. For more information, call (336) 306-8119. Sundays Free breakfast Love Fellowship

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sales of their work to Meals-on-Wheels. The event is free and open to the public. March 3 – Grand opening Gander Outdoors, formerly known as Gander Mountain, is now open in Winston-Salem. Join us on Saturday, March 3, for a grand opening event. The newly branded store will occupy the former Gander Mountain location at 1950 South Stratford Road at Hanes Mall Boulevard.

March 5, 12, 19 & 26 – Retirement Workshop R e t i r e m e n t Reimagined, a four-week workshop is being offered by the Shepherd’s Center of Greater Winston-Salem. The sessions will take place on March 5, 12, 19 and 26 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. A registration fee of $45 for the workshop covers the cost of books and resource material. Limited scholarships are available. Registration is limited and reservations are required! If you have questions or wish more information on the workshop, contact the Shepherd’s Center at 336748-0217 or Info@Shepherdscenter.org . March 6 – Society meeting The Forsyth County Genealogical Society will meet on Tuesday, March 6 in the auditorium of the Reynolda Manor Branch of the Forsyth County Public Library, 2839 Fairlawn Dr., Winston-Salem. The social period will begin at 6 p.m., announcements at 6:15 p.m., and the program will begin at 6:30 p.m. All meetings are free and open to the public and all are welcome to attend.

March 8 – Walter Marshall naming ceremony A ceremony to rename the Department of Social Services Building, 741 N

Highland Ave, for the late County Commissioner Walter Marshall will be held on March 8 at 11 a.m.

March 9 – Citizen’s Police Academy application deadline The Winston-Salem Police Department is accepting applications for the next Citizens’ Police Academy, which will start April 5. Enrollment is open to any citizen 18 years of age or older who resides, works or attends school in Winston-Salem. Anyone interested in attending the Citizens’ Police Academy may call the Winston-Salem Police Department for an application at (336) 408-8126, or complete an application online at WSPD.org. The class is limited to 30 students. Applications must be submitted by March 9. Now –Tickets on sale The Winston-Salem Fairgrounds will host The Newsboys United Tour on April 12 at 7 p.m. and doors opening at 6 p.m. Tickets went on sale Monday Dec. 18 at 10 a.m. Tickets start at just $25 and will be available online as well as at the Annex Box Office. Visit www.ticketmaster.com or www.wsfairgrounds.com, for more information.

March 11 – Prayer circle Please join us on Sunday, March 11 from 3-4 p.m. (Rain or Shine) to lift up the men and women who put their lives on the line for our safety every day. The prayer circle will be located at 725 N. Cherry St. March 12 – Poetry contest postmark deadline The annual N.C. State Poetry Contest is a free literary competition open to all North Carolina residents (including out-ofstate and international students who are enrolled in

North Carolina universities). It remains one of the largest free-to-enter poetry contests in the South. This year’s guest judge is award-winning poet Marianne Boruch and features a grand prize of $500. The postmark deadline is March 12, 2018. For more information, visit go.ncsu.edu/poetrycontest March 12 – Little Theatre auditions The Little Theatre of Winston-Salem will hold auditions for The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) on Monday, March 12 at the Arts Council Theatre, 610 Coliseum Drive in Winston-Salem. Auditions will begin at 7 p.m.; actors should come to the lobby for check-in. No appointment is necessary, and everyone is welcome to audition. For more information, please visit www.TheLittleTheatreofW S.org. March 12 & 13 – Stained Glass auditions Stained Glass Playhouse announces auditions for “Murder on the Nile”. The auditions will take place on March 12 & 13 from 7-9 p.m. at 4401 Indiana Avenue in Winston-Salem, NC. For more information about the show and available roles, visit stainedglassplayhouse.org/murder-on-thenile/.

March 13 – Luncheon series Piedmont Opera and Foothill's are excited to announce a new partnership called La Lunch: Under Construction. Our luncheon series will be held at Foothill's new cafe Footnote Café, 634 W 4th St, Winston-Salem, on March 13 from 12-1:30 p.m. The cost is $20.

March 13 – Authors’ discussion Bookmarks is proud to present New York Times

international bestselling author Kate Moore in conversation with WinstonSalem based, award-winning author Megan E. Bryant on Tuesday, March 13 in the Elberson Fine Arts Center at Salem College at 7 p.m. Moore and Bryant will discuss the “Radium Girls,” a group of American women from the Roaring Twenties who were poisoned by the radium paint they worked with and courageously fought for justice. The program is free and open to the public and is appropriate for ages 12+. Books will be available on-site by Bookmarks with a signing to follow. March 22 – Medicare workshop The Shepherd’s Center of Greater Winston-Salem is offering a workshop for individuals turning 65 (as well as those who already have Medicare). The session will be held on Thursday, March 22 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. at the Shepherd’s Center, 1700 Ebert St. The session is provided at no cost. Because space is limited, reservations are required. Contact the Shepherd’s Center at 336-748-0217 for more information or to reserve a seat. March 23 – UNCSA’s open house Students considering careers in the arts are invited to attend Spring Open House at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts (UNCSA) from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, March 23. The campus is located at 1533 South Main St. in Winston-Salem. Advance registration is required. Visit the www.uncsa.edu/openhouse for the online registration form or additional information, or call the Admissions Office at (336) 770-3290.\

Outreach Church, 205 E. 25th St., offers a free community breakfast at 10:30 a.m. before Sunday morning Worship at 11 a.m. Family & Friends Day is every third Sunday, with a free fellowship dinner served immediately following worship. Wednesday Night Bible Study is held weekly at 6:30 p.m. Apostle Antonio L. Johnson Sr. is the pastor.

Saturdays Join the H.O.P.E. Project at Mt Olive Baptist Church on Saturdays at 12:30 p.m. to enjoy free lunches for kids. Parents will receive vegetables. All kids in the East Winston area are welcome. Be a part of a movement making sure that fewer children are hungry in our community. Mt. Olive is at 1301 C.E. Gray, WinstonSalem. Call (336) 7211959 for any question or concerns. Also visit hopews.org to learn more about the H.O.P.E Project. The pastor is Dr. Charles E. Gray. Tuesdays Men Helping Men Be Men All men young and old are invited to fellowship with Calvary Hill Church of Greater Deliverance Inc., 4951 Manning St., during Men Helping Men Be Men every Tuesday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. For more information, contact (336) 744-3012. Sundays and Wednesdays Clothes closet The Ambassador Cathedral Clothes Closet will be open on Sundays from noon to 2 p.m., and Wednesdays from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at 1500 Harriet Tubman Drive. Free to the public. For more information, call (336) 725-0901.

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Police solicit public help in cold case BY TEVIN STINSON THE CHRONICLE

The Winston-Salem Police Department (WSPD) has released another video in a series designed to solicit public help in solving unsolved homicides. During the monthly public safety news conference, law enforcement shared a video and information on the shooting death Rakem Joseph

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Green, who was found dead on Nov. 26, 2016. According to reports Green, 19, was found suffering from a gunshot wound to his chest in the 900 block of Wendell Street. In the video, which was made public by the WSPD on Saturday, Feb. 17, on the night he was shot Green left a friends’ house and was walking through a vacant when a dark colored vehicle pulled into the vacant lot, called out to Green and fired shots in his direction. Green managed to make it out of the vacant lot but collapsed in a resident’s back yard, where paramedics found him. Green, a native of New York, died in route to the hospital. Currently the WSPD doesn’t have a motive or any other solid evidence in the murder of Green, although there are witnesses who saw what happened. Detective Sean Flynn said although he believes the case can be solved, no one has been willing to come forward with information that would lead to an arrest. “We’re not getting any information from the community. We’re requesting that anyone with information come forward and provide information to help us solve this homicide,” Flynn said. The video released by the WSPD can viewed on the City of WinstonSalem’s YouTube Channel. Anyone with information on the murder of Rakem Joseph Green is encouraged to contact the WSPD at (336) 773-7000 or CrimeStoppers at (336) 727-2800.

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Having qualified as Administrator of the Estate of Mary Louise Flowers (17 E 2386), also known as Mary L. Flowers, deceased November 6, 2017, Forsyth County, North Carolina, this is to Notify all persons, firms, and corporation having claims against the Estate of said deceased to present them to the undersigned on or before May 17, 2018 or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of recovery. All persons indebted to the said decedent or estate shall please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 15th day of February, 2018.

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More candidates join the 2018 election cycle

MARCH 1, 2018

BY TODD LUCK THE CHRONICLE

As the filing period entered its closing days, City Council Member Denise “D.D.” Adams made her run for the Fifth Congressional District official by filing on Monday. Adams will go up against Jenny Marshall in the Democratic primary. Incumbent Rep. Virginia Foxx will face Cortland Meader Jr. in the Republican primary. Others who have filed since the first two days of filing include 31st District incumbent State Sen. Joyce Krawlec, who will face Dan Barnett in the Republican primary, with

the winner facing Democratic challenger John Motsinger Jr. In District 32, Republican

2018 CAMPAIGN

Eric Henderson filed to challenge Democratic State Sen. Paul Lowe. State Rep. Ed Hanes filed for re-election as a Democrat and, as of press time, had no challenger. Democrat Aaron Paul Cave filed in District 73 to challenge Republican State Rep. Lee Zachary. In District 75, Democratic

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City Council Member Dan Besse filed to face Republican State Rep. Donny Lambeth. Forsyth County District Attorney Jim O’Neill has also filed for re-election with no opponent. For atlarge Forsyth County commissioner, Democrat Ted Kaplan filed for re-election. Republicans Jimmie Boyd and A.L. “Buddy” Collins have also filed for the seat. School board at-large incumbents, Democrat Elisabeth Motsinger and Republican Robert Barr, have filed along with challengers Republican Jim Smith and Democrats Deanna Kaplan and Andrea Pace Bramer, who

City Council Member Denise “D.D.” Adams holds a press conference at the Forsyth County Government Center to announce that she’s filed for the Fifth District.

Photo by Todd Luck

are competing for three seats. School board candidates Barbara HanesBurke, Alex Bailand Bohannon and Eunice Campbell, who are all Democrats, are vying for two District 1 seats.

Democrat Rebecca Nussbuam and Republican Leah Crowley have filed for the four District 2 seats held by Republicans David Singletary, Dana Caudill Jones, Lida Calvert Hayes and Lori Goins Clark.

These are the candidate listings as of The Chronicle’s press time on Tuesday. Candidate filing ended at noon on Wednesday.

Diggs-Latham wraps up Black History Month BY TEVIN STINSON THE CHRONICLE

After celebrating and learning about AfricanAmerican culture throughout the month, students at Diggs-Latham Elementary School wrapped up Black History Month earlier this week with their annual celebration. During the event held on Tuesday, Feb. 27, students took to the stage to show their talents. Performers included members of honors band & orchestra, honors dance and the art club. The keynote address was delivered by Aliza Diggs-Bailey, executive director of the Delta Fine Arts Center. As she stood before the hundreds of students in the crowd, Diggs-Bailey encouraged students to “dream big and paint their own future.” After giving a brief history of John T. Biggers, an artist in who came to prominence after the Harlem Renaissance after overcoming several obstacles in life, Diggs-Bailey said, “Never let anything get in the way of your dreams. Dream big, paint your own picture, all your dreams will be fulfilled.”

Members of the honors orchestra at Diggs-Latham Elementary School perform during the Black History Month Celebration on Tuesday, Feb. 27.

Photo by Tevin Stinson

Intergenerational Day is a hit at school

SPECIAL TO THE CHRONICLE

The Carter G. Woodson Eagle, N.C. Rep. Evelyn Terry and Carter G. Woodson Student Government President Ahman Jones gather on Intergenerational Day.

Submitted photo

On Thursday Feb. 22, Carter G. Woodson School held its annual Intergenerational Day. Intergenerational Day is Carter G. Woodson’s efforts to maintain the time-honored tradition of sitting at the feet of elders. As part of the longstanding African tradition, elders impart words of wisdom to the entire K-12 campus. Community volunteers visited classrooms throughout the day and speakers spoke for 15 to 20 minutes. The school had about 60 participants, including a presentation by the Buffalo Soldiers. Participants were ushered by members of the Student Government, with Student Body President Ahman Jones greeting all of the participants. Longtime educator

Flonnie Anderson was there that day, as well as civil rights icon Hazel Mack. N.C. Rep. Evelyn Terry was a speaker. The logistics were arranged by Curriculum Coordinator Debra Gaines. Carter G. Woodson officials said in a press release that Intergenerational Day was a huge success because of the Carter G. Woodson staff who invited their parents and grandparents to participate. They said the children were honored to host and receive so many elders from the community and they are thankful for the many speakers on Intergenerational Day. “At Carter G. Woodson, we strive to uphold our traditions, while promoting and demanding academic excellence,” officials said.

Hanes school takes fifth place at Future City Competition BY TEVIN STINSON THE CHRONICLE

Students from Hanes Magnet School brought home Fifth Place during the 26th annual Future City Competition held last week in Washington, D.C. Since last fall, more than 40,000 middle school students from more than 1,000 schools in 41 U.S. regions, as well as teams from Canada, China, and the Middle East have been designing and building the cities of the future, centered on this year’s theme of “The Age Friendly City.” For their rendition of the city Pyongyang, students from Hanes received $750 for their STEM (Science Technology Engineering Math) programs. First prize, a trip to U.S. Space Camp and $7,500 was awarded to Edlin School, a school in Reston, Virginia. As a STEM Magnet School, students at Hanes have the opportunity to take “Gateway to Technology” electives that are designed to encourage students to pursue careers in math, science and engineering. Hanes also offers several “STEM Clubs,” including Science Olympiad, the Rocket Club and the First Lego League.

Submitted photo Hanes Future City Comp

For their rendition of the future city Pyongyang, students from Hanes Magnet School were awarded Fifth Place during the 26th annual Future City Competition last week.