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South Ward vote is too close to call; June primary looms BY TODD LUCK THE CHRONICLE

With just one vote now separating Democratic candidates for the South Ward City Council seat and two contests to be voted on in June, the primaries aren’t over just yet. Though most primary contests were voted on last Tuesday, the U.S. House of

Representatives and N.C. Supreme Court will have its own primaries on June 7. And locally, a canvas process is happening at the F o r s y t h County Board of Elections (BOE) to determine the final official outcomes of the March 15 primary. At a canvas meeting held Tuesday, March 22, the BOE approved the addition

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of nearly 500 absentee ballots to the vote totals. Carolyn Highsmith’s lead over John Larson has now shrunk to just one vote in the South Ward Democratic primary. The elections board voted to extend the process until today (Thursday,

said Forsyth County Board of Elections Director Tim Tsujii. “We had 890 provisional ballots issued on Election Day – 56 issued during early voting – which makes the total 946.” Officially, results will be determined during today’s meeting. If there’s is still no more than 1 percent difference between the candidates, then either of them can file for a recount. Though the new voter ID requirement did result in some provisional ballots, most of the ones with problems presented to the

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North Carolina Association of Educators (NCAE) President Rodney Ellis, a Winston-Salem native who taught eighth grade language arts at WinstonSalem Preparatory Academy, was among the many educators helping out at Kimberley Park Elementary School on Friday as part of the NCAE’s convention.

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People cleaning up in schools might not seem unusual, until you realize the people are educators. Members of the North Carolina Association of Educators (NCAE) did just that during the 46th annual convention in WinstonSalem.

About 500 educators attended the convention at downtown Embassy Suites on Friday, March 18 and Saturday, March 19. On Friday, attendees spent the afternoon doing service projects at local schools. About 100 educators did things like yard work, staining benches, waterproofing the school’s outdoor stage, painting, organizing library books and decorating bulletin boards and classroom

doors at Kimberley Park Elementary School. At HallWoodward Elementary School nearly 50 educators tutored students. “As part of our convention we decided this year to get out into the communities and do some work,” said NCAE President Rodney Ellis, a Winston-Salem native who taught eighth grade language arts at Winston-Salem

RaVonda Dalton-Rann to retire from WSSU Number of freshman accepted increases 30% BY TEVIN STINSON THE CHRONICLE

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Trustees meeting, a variety of news was announced. RaVonda Dalton-Rann, executive assistant to the chancellor and university secretary, was honored for her 15 years of service. DaltonRann is set to retire later this year. Dalton-Rann has supported five chief administrators. In this position, she manages the opera-

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Preparatory Academy before taking his current position. NCAE is the largest education organization in the state. The convention is a chance for its members, which can include any employee of a public school, to plan out NCAE’s educational advocacy activities. Ellis said it is a challenging time for education in North Carolina. School systems all over the state are having difficulty

filling their positions and the teacher shortage is expected to get even more severe in the coming year. Schools of education aren’t producing enough new teachers to meet the demands of public schools, said Ellis. “That’s a clear sign that something’s not right with public education if you don’t have people interested in the profession,” he said. He said educators are frustrated that they have relatively low salaries and resources while state funds go to vouchers for private schools. Ellis said the local situation with Cook

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NCAE members help with landscaping around the outdoor water garden at Kimber ley Park Elementary School, which is home to a variety of marine life and lets students study ecosystems in the school yard. Elementary school reopening with new Public Education Superintendent June staff after being labeled as low performing Atkinson and National Education has happened to schools all over the state. Association President Lily Eskelsen He said he didn’t feel replacing the staff Garcia. was the right approach and what schools During the primary, NCAE endorsed like that really need is greater parental Cooper, who Ellis said would be a “ true involvement. champion of education” as governor. They “I think that too often we point to also endorsed Atkinson, who Ellis said has teachers and staff as the reason that been open and responsive to NCAE, meetschools aren’t performing at the level of ing with members of the group before each expectation, instead of what a lot of the of the N.C. State Board of Education's real issues are, and that’s poverty,” he said. monthly meetings. During the convention, educators “We have a seat at the table with June heard from N.C. Attorney General and and we’re very appreciative of it,” he said. gubernatorial candidate Roy Cooper, N.C.

Candidate Carolyn Highsmith was among the attendees at the BOE canvas meeting.

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board involved voters who’ve moved and were transferred to the correct precinct. Tsujii said voters who transfer should’ve been given regular ballots but signed provisional ballots count, too. However, the 20 provisional ballots presented to the board on Tuesday lacked signatures, a matter the BOE continued until today. There was a voter who lacked the proper ID and cast a provisional ballot cast with a reasonable impediment form that was unsigned, which violates statute, due to poll worker error. The BOE rejected the ballot 2-1, with Democrat Fleming El-Amin dissenting. There were also 101

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compared to 1,968 accepted during the 2015 fall semester. Allen mentioned the increase in acceptance may be because the university has decided to pursue more students who have maintained a high grade point average (GPA) instead of putting emphasis on standardized tests such as the SAT and ACT. She said GPA shows students have learned study habits that are beneficial at the college level.

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absentee ballots that arrived by mail at the BOE the day after Election Day without a postmark that were rejected, also in accordance to statute in a 2-1 decision with El-Amin dissenting. There were also four instances of voters voting twice, which the board ruled to allow one vote to count for each voter and referred the matter to the state board to see if legal action should be taken. U.S. House June 7 primary

The upcoming June 7 primary came about because of court rulings. One ruling said that the 1st and 12th congressional districts were racially gerrymandered by adding black voters into a district with a

“We have really looked closely at the data and we are trying to go after students who are showing great potential through their work in high school,” said Allen. “ The thing we know about GPA is that it is the best predictor of success in college.” According to university records, the average GPA of students accepted for the fall 2016 term is 3.43 compared to 3.41 during the same time last year. Last year, WSSU had a freshman enrollment of 887, the most in the schools’ 124-year history.

large black population in order to dilute their voting power statewide and ordered the districts to be redrawn. The newly redrawn congressional districts mean that there’s a new filing period for candidates, which ends Friday at noon, and a new primary. The redrawn 12th District no longer includes the Triad, and now all of Forsyth County is in the Fifth District. Tsujii said that all voters will be receiving new voter registration cards, regardless of if their district changed. “My plan is to send cards to everybody, not just the ones that were affected, otherwise there’s going to be a lot of confusion,” he said. As of press time, Democrat Jim Roberts and

Allen said this fall the university is set to enroll 900 first-year students. Allen noted anything beyond 900 is more than they can provide for, considering the number of students already enrolled at the university. WSSU currently has an

Republican Pattie Curran had filled for the Fifth District. Incumbent Republican Rep. Virginia Foxx has been campaigning for re-election and is expected to file. Rep. Alma Adams is r running for re-election in the 12th district, which is now entirely in Mecklenburg County. So far Democrats Rodney Moore and Tricia Cotham, who are both state lawmakers, have filled to challenge her in the primary. Democrats Gardenia Henley and Juan Antonio Marin Jr., who were running before the districts were redrawn, have indicated they will continue running in the 12th but had not filed again as of press time. So far Leon Threatt is the only Republican to file for the seat.

undergraduate enrollment of about 5,150. “Going into the fall, we are in really good shape,” said Allen. “Our freshman enrollment will come in at or about our target, and that is always a plus.” The Chronicle will

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Candidate John Larson listens during the BOE canvas meeting. N.C. Supreme Court June 7 primary

A court also struck down a new up or down vote for N.C. Supreme Court seats that was supposed to go into effect this year, so once again there’s an open election for the seat currently occupied by Justice Robert Edmunds. As of press time, Mike R. Morgan and Sabra Jean Faires have filled to challenge Edmunds in the nonpartisan primary. Filing for that seat also ends Friday. Voter registration is currently open for the June 7 primary and will run until 25 days prior to the election. Any voters needing to register or change their registration can do so during that time. There will be an early voting period for the

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June primary. The amount of early voting hours will be entirely at the discretion of local BOEs. There were no judicial races on the local ballot in the March primary, because there weren’t enough challengers in other judicial races to warrant a primary. All four incumbent judges on the N.C. Court of Appeals will face one challenger in the General Election. In the N.C. 21st Judicial District Court, all incumbent judges are running unchallenged except William Graham Jr., who is retiring. Attorneys Carrie Vickery and Aaron Berlin are both vying for Graham’s seat. Though judicial races are non-partisan, the party of each candidate will now be labeled on the ballot.

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After waiting more than two months for an update on the groundwater contamination in their neighborhood, residents who live in the HanesLowrance neighborhood will have to wait at least another month before they know if they are in danger in their own homes. During a meeting held at Hanes Hosiery Recreation Center, Director of Storm Water and Erosions Keith Huff said the results from the groundwater testing should be available by April 12. A number of residents said that while they are waiting on test results, they could be exposing themselves to dangerous chemicals. Brenda Williams said she hasn’t been told anything about the testing or the possibility that she could be in danger. “This is eerie to the

Flint, Michigan situation,” continued Williams, “as in the lack of transparency and communication.” “I know there are a number of people in this community just like me who don’t know what’s going on. It shouldn’t be this hard to get information.” The city is testing for two chemicals that have been linked to cancer, tetrachloroethylene (PCE) and trochlorothylene (TCE). While residents do not consume the contaminated groundwater, vapors from the chemicals can work their way through the soil and into the air. According to records, 22 homes in the area have been tested for the cancercausing chemicals. While the city designated only 19 homes for testing, three voluntarily participated. A presentation shown during the meeting noted 29 indoor air sam-

ples have been collected, as well as eight sub-slab samples. Huff mentioned that while testing has halted, they are still monitoring water wells in the area on a regular basis. He mentioned anyone who is concerned and would like to have their home tested can still do so. “We want to make sure everyone is safe,” Huff said. Another meeting to discuss the test results has been scheduled for 6 p.m. on April 22 at Hanes Hosiery Recreation Center, 501 Reynolds Blvd. For more information on the testing that was conducted and to have your home or property tested, visit the city’s official website, www.cityofws.org and click on stormwater-erosion-control listed under departments.

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(L) Director of Storm Water and Erosions Keith Huff and (R) Assistant City Manager Greg Turner discuss the testing done in the vicinity of Hanes and Lowrance middle schools on Thursday, March 17.

Forsyth County Commissioners split 5-2 in their Monday, March 14 meeting on a contract to repair the Sheriff’s Office parking deck. The two dissenting commissioners, Walter Marshall and Everette Witherspoon, objected that Frank L. Blum Construction Company, the lowest bidder, did not meet the 10 percent minority and women business enterprise (MWBE) participation goal. The second lowest bidder, which was about $8,000 higher, exceeded the MWBE goal. “When you’re dealing with public dollars, then you have the responsibility to meet these MWBE goals,”

said Witherspoon. The contract is $841,969 to repair structural issues in the sheriff’s parking deck. The Sheriff’s Office is located in the former Phillips Building, which was built in the early 1970s. The Sheriff’s Office moved into the renovated building in 2013 and issues with the parking deck were discovered the next year. The deck continues to be used with problem areas being roped off. The repairs involve removing and replacing steel and concrete, as well as providing a protective sealant to prevent moisture from seeping in. Everette said that larger jobs that require a variety of disciplines like the renovations of the Forsyth County

N.C. GOP's 1st black chairman feels the heat Daniel Rufty, one of his allies on the Central Committee, called the RALEIGH, N.C. — committee's actions part of Less than a year after the a ``witch hunt'' by party North Carolina Republican leaders against Harnett's Party's first black chairman efforts to give more influwas elected over an estab- ence to grassroots lishment candidate, a powRepublican erful committee activists who electhas reprimanded him last June. ed him and ``They're out to restricted his destroy Harnett, duties, accusing and they've been him of overdoing that since stepping his day one,'' Rufty authority. said Monday. The The state state GOP also said GOP's Central the committee had Harnett Committee cencensured Rufty on sured Hasan Sunday ``for false Harnett on and malicious statements Sunday with a ``no confi- about other Republicans.'' dence'' resolution partly Removing Harnett due to his actions on the from office would require a party's upcoming conven- two-thirds vote of the 500tion and its computer sys- plus member GOP executem. tive committee. ``I certainly think that The fight comes as he has not demonstrated Republicans in North the leadership capacity that Carolina hold control of the is needed to be the chair- legislature and the goverman of the Republican nor's mansion simultaneParty,'' said state Rep. ously, a prize they won in David Lewis, a Republican 2013 for the first time in National Committee mem- more than 140 years. But ber and Central Committee redistricting lawsuits and member. He called Donald Trump's potential Harnett's actions the result presidential nomination of either'' intentional raise uncertainty about malfeasance or just inepti- how GOP down-ballot cantude.'' didates will fare in Lewis himself faced an November. unsuccessful effort by Harnett, from the party activists to remove Charlotte suburb of him as an RNC member in Harrisburg, had been a January. The committee's campaign manager for a resolution alleges Harnett 2014 congressional candiwrongly acted on person- date and minority outreach nel decisions and improp- director for the state GOP erly evaluated attempts to when he ran for chairman remove party leaders. last year. Gov. Pat Harnett declined to McCrory, Lewis and nearly comment when reached by every top elected phone. But he has recently Republican politician in defended himself in social the state endorsed Harnett's media postings, referring to rival. ``silly tricks, attacks and Harnett has tried to lies'' against him. shake things up from the BY GARY D. ROBERTSON ASSOCIATED PRESS

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beginning. Arriving for his nomination speech, Harnett entered the delegate hall with a small marching band drum line banging out a beat to rev up the crowd. By September, the Central Committee, with about 50 voting and nonvoting members, chose veteran conservative activist Dallas Woodhouse as the party's executive director, instead of a candidate favored by Harnett's allies. And GOP legislative leaders passed a bill letting them control their own caucus funds otherwise overseen by the party brass. Earlier this month, when he was locked out of his party email account during what Woodhouse called a server security sweep, Harnett referenced his race, seemingly out of frustration. ``I really question your purpose and motive,'' Harnett wrote in a March 9 email to Woodhouse and the party treasurer. ``I mean seriously, is this some form of ritual or hazing you would put the first black chairman of the NCGOP state party through? Or is it because I am not white enough for you?'' The conflict climaxed recently with a dispute over the cost to attend this May's state convention, according to Republicans. The Central Committee resolution said Harnett reduced prices unilaterally and usurped the committee's power to set the rates. The party's financial health ``has suffered greatly under Mr. Harnett's tenure because he has fallen well short of his own fundraising goals and promises,'' the state GOP's news release said.

Library, which is also being done by Blum Construction, usually have no problem meeting MWBE standards. He said it’s smaller, specialized jobs like the parking deck repairs that keep coming in below the MWBE goal. Ten percent minority and women contractor participation is a goal but not a requirement, as long as the bidder can meet county standards for “good faith efforts” to try to get MWBE participation, which Blum did according to county officials. Both Witherspoon and Marshall said they believed the requirements for MWBE participation and the standards for good faith efforts on County projects are too low, especially when compared to other counties.

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Rev. Dr. John Mendez speaks during the memorial service for Darryl Hunt at Emmanuel Baptist Church on Saturday, March 19.

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There were few empty seats left last Saturday afternoon at Emmanuel Baptist Church as more than 500 people gathered at the church located on Shalimar Drive to celebrate the life of Darryl Hunt, a man who was released from prison in 2004 after serving 19 years for a murder he did not commit. In 1984, Hunt was wrongfully convicted of the rape and murder of Deborah Sykes, a white copy editor at the Sentinel, a newspaper in the city. After being released, Hunt dedicated his life to educating the public about the flaws in the criminal justice system and providing resources and support for those to rebuild their lives During the service, pastor of Dellabrook Presbyterian Church Rev. Dr. Carlton Eversley said although Hunt converted to Islam while in prison, “he never gave up on Jesus and Jesus never gave up

on him.” “He was determined to fight for justice, freedom and education,” said Eversley.”Darryl taught us how to deal with racist injustice without hatred, bitterness and anger.” Eversley mentioned the best memorial we can make to Hunt is to pursue the things that he thought was important: to oppose the death penalty, support people coming out of incarceration, and to fight against false allegations. Although Hunt’s death has not been officiallybeen declared a suicide, WinstonSalem police said that a gun was found near his body and he appears to have killed himself with a gunshot to his mid-section. A police report noted that a gun was found near Hunt’s body and that the vehicle was locked. Attorney and Winston-Salem State University professor Dr. Larry Little, one of Hunt’s closest friends and supporters, told those in attendance that he had found a goodbye note. Hunt felt bad about the

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Family Services has officially opened all the funded classrooms for its Early Head Start Program in Forsyth County, the first such program in the county. The organization opened four EHS classrooms at the Sarah Y. Austin campus, the primary site for the Head Start program that the agency has funded in Forsyth County for 50 years. President and CEO of Family Services Bob Feikema said that without a program like Early Head Start, high quality education is hard to come by for low-income families. “We are thrilled to have the sites open and serving our community’s youngest children,” said Feikema. “The educational investment into Early Head Start boosts the development of the young brain.” Family Services opened the classrooms earlier this month. Late last year, Family Services was awarded $2.2 million in federal funding to bring the first Early Head Start (EHS) program to Forsyth County. Early Head Start serves families with children ages birth

of hurt endured that never should have been,” continued Barber. “When our heroes fall we can’t die, not now. We who are still alive must try one more time to honor them, to honor justice, to honor Darryl.” Pastor of Emmanuel Baptist Church and community activist Rev. Dr. Mendez said we must not blame Darryl for his death because the system of oppression is what truly is responsible. Following the service, a number of residents said they decided to attend the memorial service because they were moved by the work Hunt did following his release from prison. “After all he went through so much, he never showed any anger or ill will towards anyone,” said Tiffany Robinson from Winston-Salem. “He helped so many people turn their lives and touched many more. He will truly be missed.”

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split from his wife and had been recently diagnosed with stomach and prostate cancer and was told he only had a few months to live. “It was clear he was frustrated and in a lot of pain,” said Little. He wanted us to know that he loved this community.” Little mentioned Hunt asked the community to support his ex-wife and not to forget about Kalvin Michael Smith, who is currently serving a 29-year sentence for a crime many believe he did not commit. Other speakers during the service included, N.C. NAACP president Rev. William J. Barber, and Rev. Dr. John Mendez who was also one of Hunt’s closest friends. Barber said that after he got the news of Hunt’s death, he sat for a moment very still and tried to find the words to describe the life of someone who had become a friend, brother comrade, and a hero to people across the nation. “Those who are resurrected from injustice die again and again from the pain born

through 3 and low-income pregnant women. Created by the 1994 Head Start Reauthorization Act, the federally funded preschool program is designed to meet emotional, social, health, nutritional and psychological needs. Currently there are 117 children participating in the program at different sites throughout the county. According to Feikema, the four EHS classrooms at the Sarah Y. Austin campus, 2050 Big House Gaines Blvd., needed extensive renovations in order to meet state and local regulatory compliances. As a result of the remodel, the once-empty rooms have been transformed into state-of-the-art classrooms fit for the care and education of infants and toddlers. EHS teacher Nahesha McCatty said on Wednesday, March 2, that she is proud to be teaching in the program. A former student in the Head Start program, McCatty mentioned that it is vital to the developmental process. “Early education is very important,” she continued. “I know sometimes it gets overlooked, but the first years are the most critical years.” McCatty noted that what she likes most about the program is that she gets to build relationships with the families. She said with home visits and other things included in the program the students feel more

comfortable. “When we visit their homes, we get a chance to see the children in their own environment,” said McCatty. “So when they come to the classrooms, they aren’t as scared because they have seen us in their own homes, which makes the transition a lot easier.” A family advocate is also provided for each family, and parents are given the opportunity to engage in classroom activities and participate on the decision making body for the program by serving on parent committees. During a recent visit to the Sarah Y. Austin campus, a number of parents said they were excited that their children have the opportunity to participate in the program. Erika Tillman said she believes the program will build the groundwork and offer skills that will stay with her daughter for a lifetime. “As a mother, I am very excited and feel that my child will gain from this program, socially, emotionally, and will strengthen her language and learning skills.” The Forsyth County EHS programs’ waiting list currently has 538 children on it. Feikema told The Chronicle that he is expecting more funds to become available to create more Early Head Start and Head Start programs.

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Hundreds of residents from across the city and state filed into Emmanuel Baptist Church Monday afternoon to celebrate the life of the first black state senator to represent Forsyth County. Former N.C. lawmaker and social justice warrior Earline Parmon, 72, who was the director of outreach for U.S. Rep. Alma Adams, passed away from complications of a brief illness last week at Novant Forsyth Medical Center. Before joining Adams, Parmon had a long career as an elected official. “Earline Parmon gave a voice to the voiceless,” Adams said during the funeral service. Parmon served for 12 years on the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners. She also served in the N.C. House of Representatives for 12 years, where she represented the 72nd District. In 2012, she was elected to the N.C. Senate, representing the 32nd District. While serving in the state senate, Parmon most notably sponsored legislation that kick-started the Silver Alert system for missing senior citizens and measures that have helped improve the state’s high

school graduation rate. Parmon was an educator and school principal as well. She founded the nowdefunct LIFT Academy, a charter school that is credited with graduating youth who had been written off by the public school system. She was first vice president of the Winston-Salem Branch of the NAACP, and was a veteran and a minister. During the memorial service, Adams said that Parmon had a special gift of connecting with people. Adams also mentioned she spoke with Parmon three times before she died on Tuesday, March 15. “She was honest, courageous, straightforward and compassionate, committed to the people and concerned about their welfare,” continued Adams. “Earline Parmon gave a voice to the voiceless. We are all much better as a result.” Winston-Salem Mayor Allen Joines said Parmon was a crusader for the rights of the less fortunate across the state of N.C. Joines mentioned she also had pride in her heritage and often honored her mentors and those she worked with in the past. “She learned from women like Velma Hopkins, and Maize Woodruff,” said Joines. “She then in turn gave back to the young-up and coming leaders in this community.” Joines mentioned that although Parmon was a sweet lady, she was also a

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Earline Parmon’s granddaughter, Shalonda Ingram talks about the impact her grandmother had on her life during a memorial service on Monday, March 21.

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fighter and a warrior who believed in getting things done. During the celebration of life, Joines issued a proclamation declaring 30 days of mourning and remembrance for Parmon. “We will truly miss her but we will never forget her,” Joines noted. For nearly three hours, former colleagues of Parmon from Raleigh, Washington and the local area echoed the thoughts of Adams and Joines. Others who spoke during the ceremony included U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis, who

worked with Parmon in the General Assembly; Rep. Garland E. Pierce; state Sen. Paul Lowe, who replaced Parmon in the state Senate. Dozens more discussed Parmon’s determination to stand up for the disadvantaged. According to Judge Denise Hartsfield, the family received more than two dozen letters of condolences as well. The family is expected to receive a letter from President Barack Obama later this week. A number of family members and close friends

gave those who attended a glimpse into what the former senator was like outside of politics. Parmon was a minister at Exodus United Baptist Church. Pastor Alvin Carlisle said, “Parmon was a force to be reckoned with. She may have been small in stature, but she was a powerhouse who loved The Lord.” Parmon’s granddaughter Shalonda Ingram, said Parmon helped set the tone for her life. Ingram mentioned that while growing up, when she didn’t know what to do next, all she had

to do was look to her grandmother. “Everything that she ever taught us, told us, and every expectation she had in us were seeds,” Ingram said. “Every person in this room is a product of a seed that she planted. “Earline isn’t gone. Every person in here has a piece of her inside them,” she continued. “So whatever it is that she inspired you to do, continue to do that, because she is still watching.” Wife of NBA superstar Chris Paul, Jada Crawley Paul, presents a lucky student with a gift certificate to Firebirds during the Prom Dress Giveaway on Saturday, March 19.

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Prom season is a special time for many teens, but for those whose families cannot afford the costly price of a prom dress, it c a n also be v e r y stressful. For the seco n d year in a row, Paul t h e Chris Paul Family Foundation has helped juniors and seniors from local high schools remove some of that stress with their Prom Dress Giveaway. On Saturday, March 19, a conference room inside the Hawthorne Inn located in downtown WinstonSalem was filled with girls searching through racks of dresses, trying on shoes and even getting make-up tips to use on the big night. The event also featured a fashion show with models from the Scarlet Lace

dance team from WinstonSalem State University, which was hosted by Roxie from 102 JAMZ 3 Live Crew morning show. The Prom Dress Giveaway included a prize giveaway as well. A number of girls received gift certificates to popular restaurants in the area, limousines and tuxedo rentals for dates, just to name a few. Wife of Los Angeles Clippers superstar point guard Chris Paul, Jada Crawley Paul, said she decided to bring the Prom Dress Giveaway to her hometown because she is a firm believer in giving back. In years past the foundation held similar giveaways in Los Angeles. “Prom is a very big deal. It will be something they remember forever,” she said. “We wanted to make it easier on mom and the girls to ensure they have fun and enjoy their night.” According to Paul, with help from the WinstonSalem Forsyth County School System, this year’s

event was the biggest so far. More than 75 girls left the giveaway with a dress, shoes, jewelry and handbag. Last year around 50 girls participated in the giveaway. “The event seems to grow every year,” said Paul. “We hope to help even more families next year.” Kayla Allen’s mother, Michelle Smith, applauded Jada and the Chris Paul Family Foundation for putting on the event. “This event is just excellent,” said Smith. “It’s great that she is reaching back into her community to make a difference.” Atkins High School senior Twylah Gathings said the Prom Dress Giveaway was exciting and memorable. “I think this event was very special because a lot of people don’t do things like this for WinstonSalem.” said Gathings. “As a little girl growing up, prom is something you dream about and as a senior, I’m ready to enjoy my last one.”

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Who will pick up the Parmon mantle now?

An incredible woman was laid to rest this week. Earline Parmon died on March 15, Primary Election Day. That day represented part of Parmon’s life; she had urged people to vote absentee for the primary. Earline Parmon had many titles, but the most enduring of all will be public servant. Look through The Chronicle’s archives and you will find her name going way back. It seems she has always been a visible part of the Winston-Salem community. Parmon had been an educator and school principal. She founded the now-defunct LIFT Academy, a charter school that is credited with

“She was honest, courageous, straightforward and compassionate, committed to the people and concerned about their welfare.”

graduating youth who had been written off by the public school system. Parmon served for 12 years on the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners and 12 years in the N.C. House of Representatives. In 2012, she was elected to the N.C. Senate. She gave up her seat to go work as director of outreach for U.S. Rep. Alma Adams. She was first vice president of the Winston-Salem Branch of the NAACP, also. “She was honest, courageous, straightforward and compassionate, committed to the people and concerned about their welfare,” Adams said at Parmon’s funeral service. “She learned from women like Velma Hopkins and Maize Woodruff,” Winston-Salem Mayor Allen Joines said. “She then in turn gave back to the young up-and-coming leaders in this community.” That’s who we need to find: the young upand-coming leaders in this community. Just as Earline Parmon learned from her mentors and took her work to the next level, those who Parmon mentored should do the same. The community will miss Parmon. She left an inspiring legacy to follow. She was like a “Moses” to the community. Let us hope someone will pick up her mantle and become the “Joshua” she left behind.

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Free Dontae Sharpe, Kalvin Michael Smith, Attorney General Cooper To the Editor:

On Thursday, March 24 (today), members of the N.C. NAACP will gather with representatives of the statewide and national "Free Dontae Sharpe" & "Free Kalvin Smith" movement, to deliver a statement to the media and a letter to the Attorney General (Roy Cooper), demanding the release of two black men wrongfully imprisoned for almost half their lives. The gathering will begin at St. Paul A.M.E. Church in Raleigh and takes place less than a week after the funeral of Darryl Hunt, another black man wrongfully imprisoned in North Carolina, for a crime he did not commit. Darryl Hunt committed his life to bringing about justice in the names of those ensnared in an unjust C r i m i n a l Rev. Barber System. The event is scheduled for Maundy Thursday, a day in the Christian Tradition associated with repentance and commemorating the Last Supper of Jesus before he was betrayed, unjustly arrested, and put to death. On this day leading up to Easter Sunday, when many of our elected officials will celebrate the resurrection of a wrongfully convicted victim of prosecutorial misconduct, we call on them to do justice in the cases of Dontae Sharpe and Kalvin Smith. The NAACP has long known that Black Lives Do Not Matter in the criminal “justice” system in the Old and New Jim Crow South. Prosecutors, police, and even our elected officials are humans. It is hard for any of us to admit “I messed up. I’m sorry. I repent.” It seems almost impossible for a prosecutor to admit “I was a prisoner of my own racial stereotypes.” When principled young black men refuse to lie and prosecutors and police resort to procuring convictions

with unethical tactics, the court system breaks down. The innocent man’s only hope is hard-working media; lawyers and investigators who believe in justice over fees; and the man’s own family and network of friends. The NC NAACP stands with these men and we will not allow this injustice to continue unaddressed for a moment longer. Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II President of the N.C. NAACP "Forward Together Moral Movement" Fusion Coalition from Raleigh

The American People deserve better than GOP obstruction To the Editor:

[Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Chairman G. K. Butterfield released a statement today in response to Sen. Mitch McConnell asserting the Senate Republicans plan to move on with other legislative business, continuing the obstructionist rhetoric that has characterized the Supreme Court nomination dialogue:]

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell restated his shortsighted and reckless plan to not hold hearings or even so much as meet with the U.S. Supreme Court candidate. President Obama has fulfilled his duty by nominating Chief Judge Garland, who is a highly qualified candidate. We call on Senate Republicans to do their job and Rep. Butterfield give Judge Garland full and fair consideration. For the sake of our nation, the Republican obstructionist agenda must stop. The American people

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U.S. Rep. G. K. Butterfield (D-NC), Chairman Congressional Black Caucus Washington, DC

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My heart breaks for all those affected by the acts of terror in Brussels [on Tuesday, March 22]. We stand shoulder to shoulder with the people of Belgium today during this horRep. Adams rific tragedy. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the victims and their families. In the face of this deadly threat, we must stand as united and determined as ever to defeat terrorism. But we must not turn our backs on our democratic values. We here in the U.S. and our international community must remain united and vigilant in combating extremism and terrorism wherever it occurs. We must continue to strengthen our intelligence gathering capabilities and increase intelligence sharing with our allies to destroy terror safe havens abroad and increase security and awareness here at home.

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We, the Silk Plant Forest Truth Committee and Concerned Students, call on North Carolina Attorney General Roy Cooper to end his consistent, knee-jerk reactions that prevent every effort made for a court to learn the true facts of the wrongful 1997 conviction of Kalvin Michael Smith. Not only should Cooper not oppose Kalvin’s recently-filed petition, Cooper should join in it. Background: On Friday, March 11, attorneys for Kalvin Michael Smith petitioned the North Carolina Supreme Court to instruct the Forsyth superior court in its review of a particularly ugly episode in the long-running Silk Plant Forest case. At issue is the creation of a false affidavit by local prosecutors and its subsequent use by state and local prosecutors in 2008 and 2009. Though he tries to hide in this matter, Attorney General Roy Cooper is at the center of this now. According to the petition’s attached transcription of a November 7, 2014 conference in a Forsyth superior court judge’s chambers, the judge was about to order a hearing on the matter until Cooper’s prosecutors told the judge, “Depending on which witnesses (Kalvin’s lawyers) are going to call, we may need to get out of the

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case.”1 In other words, Cooper’s prosecutors admitted to the judge that they would likely be called to testify on what they knew about how the false affidavit was used against Kalvin. When the judge heard that, he abruptly shut down further review. Kalvin’s petition asks the N.C. Supreme Court to order the hearing. Cooper’s prosecutors must not continue to oppose (as they have to date) holding an evidentiary hearing in which they admit they are likely to be called as fact witnesses. Neither Cooper’s lawyers nor anyone else has denied the affidavit was materially false, or that prosecutors used it against Kalvin in various ways. Indeed, it is public record that the false affidavit was used to influence WSPD detectives reviewing the case, a city council empaneled review committee, and Christopher Swecker, the former Assistant FBI Director independently reviewing the case. Though Cooper’s lawyers repeatedly argue the false affidavit itself was not used in court, they have never denied that it was used to prepare witnesses who testified in court or used with members of the court. Cooper’s lawyers admitted to a conflict of interest on November 7, 2014, and

those same attorneys have been actively working on the case, under Cooper, against Kalvin Michael Smith, possibly protecting themselves from exposure of their misconduct. The issue now: If Cooper’s prosecutors engaged in no misconduct, the evidentiary hearing will lift the cloud over his office. But if Cooper’s prosecutors or local prosecutors unlawfully used the false affidavit, let the full truth be known and justice result. Cooper should also repudiate and discipline local prosecutors for procuring and filing the false affidavit in the first place. Mr. Cooper must stop hiding behind his staff attorneys and his press spokesperson, who has argued, “(O)ur office has a duty to represent the state in this particular matter. 2”Actually, in opposing a court’s review of how prosecutors procured and used the false affidavit, Mr. Cooper is expending taxpayers’ resources to shield his prosecutors. Cooper’s spokesperson further disingenuously argues, “(N)o court has found cause to overturn the conviction despite numerous appeals.”3 Cooper’s spokesperson conveniently omits that since taking the case in 2008, due to allegations of misconduct against local prosecutors, Cooper’s office has vigorously opposed Kalvin’s every appeal, arguing procedural technicalities to avoid a court’s honest and open review of the facts. Cooper portrays himself as an innocent bystander as he champions injustice and protects impropriety in this

case – thus far succeeding. We note that no fewer than fortyfour judges denied the late Darryl H u n t ’ s appeals – an innocent man to whom, like Kalvin, no physical evidence of the crime was ever linked. Cooper’s cynical abuse of the s t a t e resources and the courts must stop now! If he once again reflexively opposes Kalvin’s latest North Carolina Supreme Court motion, it will tell the courts and the public all they need to know about Cooper’s motivations. Attorney General Cooper, join in Kalvin’s petition; do not oppose it. Let the courts and the public know the facts of Kalvin’s wrongful conviction. For more information: Jet Hollander,

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Addendum: “Only a court of law— not the attorney general— can release Kalvin Smith from prison. Attorney General Roy Cooper met with local ministers concerned about the case this afternoon, and our office has previously reviewed the independent report and discussed it with Mr. Swecker. While we agree that there are systemic issues in the criminal justice system that must be addressed, our office has a duty to represent the state in this particular matter and no court has found cause to overturn the conviction despite numerous appeals.

Public Information Officer Attorney General Roy Cooper N.C. Department of Justice Desk: (919) 716-6484 After hours: (919) 2181255 e m a i l : ntalley@ncdoj.gov www.ncdoj.gov”

1 Transcript of in camera Meeting at 75, State v. Kalvin Michael Smith (Nov. 7, 2014) (97 CRS 659394). Filed with the petition

2 Press statement Mr. Cooper’s spokesperson issued Wednesday afternoon, February 10, 2016 (See addendum for full statement).

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angry? Political pundits following the presidential campaigns of Guest the candiColumnist dates have agreed on one conclusion – many people appear to be angry. Experts offer this as the reason voters are backing non-traditional candidates – or outsiders. If the analysts are correct, then the follow-up question is, why? Why are so many people angry? Of course there can be many reasons, such as fears over foreign threats, worries about personal safety, or concerns on specific costs like health care or education. While all of these reasons could be part of the explanation, I think another answer lies at the bottom of the frustration. Very simply, most people have seen their annual income – when adjusted for inflation – drop in the last decade. Stated another way, based on what they earn, most people are poorer today than they were ten years ago. In short, the standard of living has fallen. Let me focus on North Carolina and provide numbers to back up this claim. But first, a little background on comparing income trends is required. Our economy goes through a pattern termed the “business cycle.” When times are good and businesses are expanding (the “up” part of the cycle), workers generally see their incomes rise. But when times are bad with

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unemployment rising (the “down” part of the cycle – also known as a “recession”), worker pay is cut. Thus, in comparing incomes at different years, it is important to know where the years are in the business cycle. So let’s first compare incomes in 2006 – which was an “up” year in the business cycle and just prior to the Great Recession – to incomes in the most recent year for which data are available – 2014 – which was also an “up” year. Let’s also adjust the incomes to account for the general rise in prices – also known as inflation. We now have an apples-to-apples comparison. On average, all North Carolina workers experienced a 7 percent drop in their annual earnings between 2006 and 2014. But there is a distinct difference by educational level of the worker. Those with advanced college degrees (master’s, Ph.D., or professional degree) did the best – losing only 3 percent of their inflation-adjusted income. Those with an associate’s degrees lost 12 percent, high school dropouts were down 10 percent, and high school grads and workers with a bachelor’s degree had a cut of nearly 8 percent. Perhaps even more disconcerting are the trends in incomes between the bottom of the Great Recession for workers in 2010 and 2014. This would normally be a time when incomes rise as the economy is recovering. But only one educational group of workers – high school dropouts – had an increase in their inflation-adjusted income. All other workers saw a drop. And

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the modest (3 percent) gain for high School dropouts was largely because this group experienced the largest (13 percent) fall in their income during the Great Recession among all the educational groups. It should be pointed out these numbers only include what people earn from working. They don’t include public resources or programs (food stamps, Medicaid) people may use to help meet day-to-day expenses. Still the numbers paint a disturbing picture of most people in North Carolina not getting ahead based on their own work efforts. Also, it should be stressed the same picture emerges from looking at national data. Most people in the country seem to be in the same economic boat! Three big reasons are causing these trends for worker income – international competition, a slow-growing economy, and an ability of technology to do more of the jobs performed by humans. More so than in the past, companies today have the ability to perform work virtually anywhere in the world. This means domestic workers are no longer only in competition with their counterparts in the country, but they also are often interchangeable with similar workers in other countries. In economics, more supply – in this case, of workers – means lower payments to workers. The Great Recession was the deepest downturn in over 60 years, but the subsequent recovery has also been one of the slowest. Translation – the economy of the last decade has been underperforming. For

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businesses, this means weaker revenue projections and relatively fewer funds to pay workers. Maybe the greatest threat to worker pay in the future is technology. As emphasized in the recent Emerging Issues Forum at North Carolina State University, technology is rapidly becoming more sophisticated and expanding its capacity to perform work tasks. Plus, the work technology is increasingly able to do includes not just routine jobs (putting the right front fender on a vehicle moving down an assembly line), but also cognitive jobs in research, teaching, retailing and medicine. One estimate forecasts technology ultimately will replace humans in almost half of today’s occupations. So many individuals are angry and upset, and a simple reason is declining incomes. Can this situation be reversed, and how? These are questions the political candidates are addressing and that we – through our vote – may help decide! Dr. Mike Walden is a William Neal Reynolds Distinguished Professor and North Carolina Cooperative Extension economist in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics of North Carolina State University’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. He teaches and writes on personal finance, economic outlook and public policy. The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences communications unit provides his You Decide column every two weeks.

Margaret Simms visits WSSU to expound on economic justice

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Last week, Institute Fellow at the Urban Institute in Washington, D.C. Margaret C. Simms stopped by the campus of Winston-Salem State University to discuss economic justice, poverty, and racism. During her half-hour lecture, Simms told the dozens of students and professors in attendance that the war on poverty is more than income support and job training programs. Simms said while poverty continues to decline across the country, the differences in income between black families and white families is proof that more has to be done. “In 2014 black families had about 56 percent of the median income of white families,” said Simms. “In terms of family income, we don’t seem to be moving towards justice.” Simms noted while blacks have made some progress in terms of moving up in higher income categories, they are still twice as likely to make a lower income. “Is that justice?” asked Simms. “I think not.” Simms also discussed federal programs and initiatives that were put in place to address poverty and racial barriers in the 1960s such as Affirmative Action, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Black Capitalism and others. “The expectation of these programs was that they would have a greater

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“In 2014 black families had about 56 percent of the median income of white families.” -Margaret C. Simms

impact on racial minorities,” said Simms. “Although minorities gained a lot from a number of these programs, many fell short of their goal of improving the quality of life of those in the worse situations.” According to Simms, the programs did little to reduce the structural racism that tend to get in the way. Structural Racism is defined as the normalization of historical, cultural, institutional, and interpersonal dynamics advantage of whites, while producing cumulative and chronic adverse outcomes for people of color. Simms told the students, in order reduce poverty and inequality, they have to take the les-

sons learned from these programs, those that worked as well as those that didn’t, and use them to move toward economic justice in terms of employment opportunities. As for structural racism, Simms said, “We have to come together and work towards building community assets that help connect people to jobs and support black entrepreneurship. “In the end,” continued Simms, “the solutions are not all that difficult to identify. It is the public will that will get them done. This cannot be solely a federal government effort.” Following her lecture, students said they learned a lot about how the federal government plays a role in poverty and inequality that has been going on for years. Sophomore Aaron Johnson said, after listening to Simms, he now understands the importance of knowing the history of the African-American community. “I learned a lot about the history of this nation and how it works,” said Johnson. “AfricanAmericans have come a long way but we still have a lot of work to do.” Simms’ visit to WSSU was for the James A. Gray Lecture Series. Supported by an endowment established in 1952, the James A. Gray Lectures annually bring outstanding scholars and faith leaders to the campus to engage some of the most pressing issues in public life.

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The RiverRun International Film Festival has announced the full lineup of films for the 18th annual Festival, running April 7-17. This year RiverRun will screen 166 films, including 76 features and 90 shorts from 44 countries. RiverRun will take place in various screening venues in and around downtown Winston-Salem. The Film Festival is a non-profit cultural organization dedicated to the role of cinema as a conduit of powerful ideas and diverse viewpoints. Founded in 1998, RiverRun is a competitive event that annually showcases new films from both established and emerging filmmakers around the world. Each spring, RiverRun screens new narrative, documentary, short, student and animated films, offering both audience and jury prizes in competition categories. Many of this year’s films feature a wide range of talent from local and national African- American directors and actors. Tickets for the 2016 Festival are on sale via www.riverrunfilm.com or 336-721-1945. Below are selected offerings. Go to http://riverrunfilm.com/gen re/black-viewpoints/ for the full list. Centerpiece Screening: “Maya Angelou And Still I Rise” Directors: Bob Hercules & Rita CoburnWhack USA / 2016 / 112 min. / English Rating: TN (Teen+) A tribute to the life and work of Pulitzer Prize-winning writer, poet, actress, activist and icon Maya Angelou, this reverent documentary love letter shows how her life has inspired countless people around the world. Sponsored by Wake

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“Driving While Black” Director: Paul Sapiano USA / 2015 / 94 min. / English Rating: MT (Mature) Dimitri delivers pizzas for a living, but as a young black man he faces no shortage of drama while navigating the city every day. “Driving While Black” is a dark comedy based on the real life law enforcement encounters of a black kid from LA. Screening Times: April 8 / 7 p.m. / Hanesbrands Theatre April 10 / 4 p.m. / Hanesbrands Theatre Documentary Shorts Program One 102 min. Rating: MT (Mature) Screening Times: April 9 / 2 p.m. / UNCSA - Babcock Theatre April 15 / 5:30 p.m. / UNCSA - Babcock Theatre

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Runner looking to make his mark at 800 meters TRACK: ATKINS CAMELS

BY CRAIG T. GREENLEE FOR THE CHRONICLE

For middle-distance runner Jeremy Kankula of Atkins, the recollections of last year’s Class 1-A state track meet are memorable for all the wrong reasons. At that time, he was a freshman who had made an immediate impact as a legitimate contender in the 800-meter run. Kankula had a forgettable outing in his specialty event on that day. Prior to the state, he had posted the state’s fourth-fastest time. At the championships, however, he bombed out in major-league fashion and finished 13th – which was easily his worst performance of the season. Fast forward one year and it’s a different story. Kankula, now a sophomore, is causing folks to sit up and take notice. He’s No. 3 in the 1-A state rankings for the 800 on the NCRunners web site. Given how early it is in the outdoor season, there’s no doubt that Kankula will continue to lower his times. “Jeremy has what it takes to win the 800 at the (1-A) state meet,” said coach Rufus Crouch. “Aside from being very self-disciplined, he’s smart and he works harder than anybody else. “I give him a separate workout from the other runners because he’s always leaving people behind. You have to give him extra or double what everybody else has.” Looking back on his freshman season, Kankula

Sophomore Jeremy Kankula of Atkins is ranked No. 3 in the state in the Class 1-A boys' 800 meter-run by the NCRunners web site.

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Pharaohs to make serious run at GS nationals See Runner on B2

BY CRAIG T. GREENLEE FOR THE CHRONICLE

Getting the opportunity to play for a national championship has been the driving force behind Quality Education Academy’s basketball team all season long. Now that the opportunity has presented itself, the Pharaohs are not satisfied with being part of the elite 12-team field. They believe they have the wherewithal to win it all. The regular season provides ample evidence to support their assertion. QEA went 7-3 against teams who participated in the Grind Session tour that featured stops in 17 cities across the U.S. and Canada. The national championships, which will be played in Lawrence, Kan., tips-off today and ends Sunday. Since QEA is very familiar with everyone else’s personnel, there is no “awe factor” involved. The talent level in this tournament is said to be the best of high school hoops in America. College scouts agree. Each team has at least one prime-time, major-college prospect who’s rated as a four-star or five-star recruit. For QEA, Deshawn Corprew is the key factor. Corprew, a 6-5 shooting guard, is rated among the nation’s Top 100 players. In recent months, he’s attracted intense interest from Kansas, Louisville, Texas A&M, UCLA and a growing list of other

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Tametris Morrison led the way for Winston-Salem State in last week's Wake Forest Open. Morrison won the 400 hurdles and ran a leg on the Lady Rams 4x400 relay team that finished in first place.

top-tier programs. Aside from Corprew, here’s a sampling of the talent pool that will play at the GS nationals: *Josh Jackson (Prolific Prep): The 6-7 shooting guard is rated No. 1 by college scouts for Class of 2016. He’s narrowed his choice of schools to Kansas, Arizona and Michigan State. *Rawle Alkins (Word of God): Former New York City Player of the Year has committed to Arizona. The 6-5 shooting guard ranks among the nation’s Top 20 and is heavily recruited by Kansas, Kentucky, North Carolina, N.C. State and Louisville, among others. *Thon Maker (Athlete Institute): Scouts continue to drool over the 7-foot power forward, who is originally from South Sudan. Maker possesses the complete offensive skill set (shoot, dribble, drive and pass). Kansas, Arizona State, St. John’s and a host of others are keenly interested in adding him to their respective folds. *DeAndre Ayton (Hillcrest Academy): Widely acknowledged as the top player in the Class of 2017. The 6-10 junior post player has offers from most of the powerhouse programs. According to reports, Kansas, Duke and Kentucky are in hot pursuit to sign him.

The Pharaohs get a boost for the Grind Session Nationals with the return of starting point guard Renathan Ona Embo who was sidelined for a little over three weeks with an ankle injury.

Hurdler envisions breakthrough season See Pharaohs on B2

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As a freshman a year ago, Tametris Morrison provided a tantal i z i n g glimpse of what promises to be a highly-productive college track career. A native of Raleigh, Morrison took huge strides in her first year competing in the 400-meter hurdles

for Winston-Salem State. Morrison earned AllAmerica honors last spring by placing fifth in her specialty at the NCAA Division II Outdoor Track & Field Championships. The then-newcomer posted the highest individual finish among the Lady Rams at the nationals. Additionally, she ran a leg on the WSSU’s All-America 4x400 relay See Hurdler on B2

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QEA's Deshawn Corprew is a lethal scorer on the fast break as well as in the half-court.

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*Advanced Prep International: Terrance Ferguson (shooting guard), Billy Preston (power forward) and Trevan Duval (point guard) are all ranked among the nation’s Top 15. Kansas is heavily recruiting all three. “I think we lost three games in the Grind Session by a total of six points,” said coach Isaac Pitts of QEA. “The final outcome wasn’t determined until near the end of those games. It came down to at shot a buzzer, or a play here, or a play there. So, I’m confident that we can

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beat those teams. We’re OK because we can matchup against everybody.”

sive end in the half-court,” he said. “Teams are going to play zone; they will not

“For us, it’s a must that we execute on the offensive end in the half-court.” –Isaac Pitts, coach

Pitts understands that regular season success doesn’t necessarily translate to the post-season. Even so, he’s acutely aware that his team must excel in certain areas to boost its chances of bringing home a national championship trophy. “For us, it’s a must that we execute on the offen-

acknowledges that his dismal state championship showing added more fuel to his competitive fires for the current season. He expects to make amends. “I had a terrible 800 on that day,” said Kankula, who has a 3.6 grade-point average. “That loss was very devastating and it made me stronger. I don’t want me or my teammates to have that feeling again. But I’m not dwelling in the past. Instead, I’m moving forward. At the same time, though, I look at the past so I can make the necessary corrections.” Kankula, who’s interested in pursuing a career as a computer software engineer,

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play man-to-man on us. Not only that, but we have to get back to playing sound defense. That means making the right rotations in our help-side defense, getting into the passing lanes. Plus, every player must keep up with their individual assignments.” QEA players look forward to the challenge to

has a genuine shot at competing for a state 800 title in May. A year ago, he was the runner-up in the Midwest 4-A Regional and the Northwest Conference championships. Earlier that season, he pulled off a surprising fourth-place finish in the Brent Invitational, which is unofficially known as the City-County Championship. Not only did he place among the top four, but he ran a personal best in the process (1 minute, 59.73 seconds). Last year’s state meet wasn’t a total bust. Kankula ran a leg on the Camels 4x400 relay team that earned a medal by finishing fourth. This year, Atkins is considered one of the prime contenders to win that relay event at the state championships.

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Improved stamina and foot speed bodes well for Tametris Morrison (left) in her quest to challenge for an NCAA Division II outdoor title in the 400 hurdles.

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team that placed third. There’s an undeniable air of excitement in WSSU coach Inez Turner’s voice when she discusses the prospects for Morrison this season. Turner has no doubts that Morrison, who was an All-CIAA pick in cross country, can surpass last year’s performance at the national meet. “Tametris ran faster 400s indoors this winter,” said Turner. “Since she ran a full season of cross country, she has all the background training. The experience in the 400 hurdles is going to be there, so she is well-prepared. Now that she’s getting faster and has the stamina, we’re looking for great things from her.” Does that mean that Morrison has a realistic shot at placing among the nation’s top three in an event that’s arguably the most grueling in all of track and field? Turner thinks so. “Oh, yes, definitely,” said Turner, when asked about Morrison’s chances to realistically compete for a national title as a sophomore. “Every time we go out there (national championships), we feel like anything can happen. When we

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Marsellis Purvis has college offers from UNC Greensboro and Robert Morris.

proving themselves as bona fide title contenders on a national stage. Pape Ndiaye, a 6-9 power forward, likes his team’s chances. “It all comes down to going out there and playing hard,” said Ndiaye, who’s beginning to round into form after missing all of last season with a torn ACL. “We have great players and we feel like we can win it. It’s all about us communicating on defense. That’s the key.” Corprew, who averaged a little over 30 points a game during the regular season, believes that maintaining the status quo will help QEA achieve its season-long objective to bag a

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national crown. “We have to keep doing what we’ve been doing,” he said. “We’ll stay aggressive and play hard to get that (cham-

At this point in the season, Kankula is beginning to find his comfort zone. At the end of the indoor season, he suffered a knee injury and was ordered to sit out for two weeks to get some much needed rest. He returned to the team well rested and clocked 2:07.10 in an early-season meet, which resulted in his current state ranking. “I’m a little surprised by the ranking,” said Kankula, who also runs the 1,600. “With my training, I know that in order for me to be at my best, I have to find the right equilibrium between speed and stamina.” Even though Kankula still has about two-and-half years of high school eligibility remaining, he has his sights set on running track at Auburn University. Given his academic standing and his rate of track

get on that track at the championships, it’s anybody’s race.” The outdoor season started in grand fashion for Morrison. At the Wake Forest Open held last weekend, she won the 400 hurdles in 1 minute, 2.11 seconds,

“Tametris ran faster 400s indoors this winter,”

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which is a NCAA Division II provisional qualifying time for the national outdoor championships. Additionally, she ran second leg on the Lady Rams victorious 4x400 relay (4:01.40) that beat several Division I schools, which included Morgan State, Pitt, Appalachian State, Duquesne and High Point University. Not only is Morrison ahead of the curve on the track, but the same is true for the classroom as well. Although this is her second track season, she’s a junior academically.

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progress up to this point, there’s no question that Kankula will field his share of Division I offers by his senior season. As a second-year high school runner, Kankula is already receiving letters of interest from Division II and lowerDivision I programs, according to Crouch. So, it should come as no surprise that the interest level among college recruiters will continue to grow. “Jeremy is determined to win and he hates losing,” said Crouch. “By the time he’s a senior, he’ll be one of those names (in the 800) that you won’t forget. This kid will be something big.”

SportsWeek recently caught up with Morrison, who shared her insights about the path her track career is taking. SW: Where are you in your training right now? Morrison: My training this year has been so tough. I have different coach from last year and my speed is much better than it was. So, I feel like the outdoor season for the 400 hurdles is going to be something nice. SW: What do you feel is realistic for you to accomplish this season? Morrison: A year ago I ran 59 seconds (400 hurdles). This year I’m actually looking forward to running a good old 57. That’s going to be a nice drop (in time). The competition may feel they don’t have to be concerned about me because it’s only my second year. But they should be worried. SW: What’s the biggest difference this year? Morrison: Cross country. Some people don’t like it because they feel that takes away from their speed. But actually, cross country benefits you because it opens up your lungs and helps you to get your breathing right which helps your endurance (for

long races like the 400 hurdles). So, instead of struggling to breathe, you’re already very fit because of the cross country (training). SW: What do you need to work on to get to the next level? Morrison: There’s always something to work on. I’ll work a little harder on getting out of the (starting) blocks. SW: How are things shaping up for the 4x400 relay? Morrison: We have a young team, so right now we’re still flip-flopping (relay positions) and trying to figure who’s going to compete in which event. We have so many talented ladies who can run that relay. It’s going to be something that will be very good to watch. SW: How does it help you to have some solitude in your pre-race preparations? Morrison: My father (Fitzroy Morrison) taught me from a young age [started running 9 years ago] to find a place to sit quietly, get my thoughts together and run the race in my mind – break it down. I really have to separate myself. It (solitude) gives me the time to think about my race.

Band competition features drum lines, dance teams in tri-city

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hundreds of parents and other family members filed into carver high School gymnasium Saturday afternoon to watch some of the most talented drum lines and dance teams compete for bragging rights during the tri-city throwdown. the band and dance competition which featured bands and dance teams from the triad and triangle areas was sponsored by band boosters from carver and aycock Middle School, located in Greensboro. executive director of the aycock Marching pride of excellence said when carver band booster club approached her with the idea, she and other supporters of the band jumped at the chance. “We have been looking to be a part of something like this for a long time,” she said. “this entire day has just been amazing.” For more than three hours the booming sound of bass drums and clash of symbols echoed from inside the alfred poe gym. Drum lines that performed included t.W. andrews high School, Dudley high School, and Warren county. a number of community drum lines that are not affiliated with a school competed as well. the dance competition featured the twirling Divas

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from Greensboro, Starlight Dancers from high point and the lady of lordz Dancers from WinstonSalem. other featured guest performers included the educate Dancerz, WinstonSalem State University’s drum line and dancers, and of course carver and aycock, who did not compete because they are the host schools. photo by tevin Stinson carver band director Members of the Mo Lucas Boss Drummers (MLBD) perform during the Tri-City Juan eckard said the part- Throwdown on Saturday, March 19 at Carver High School. MLBD is a communership with aycock is just nity drum line from Winston-Salem. the beginning. according to eckard the school will host .chance to showcase all the hard work they put into learna similar competition in the fall. ing their craft. “this is just the beginning,” said eckard. “We hope to “these kids spend a lot of time practicing and trying continue this year after year.” to get better at what they do,” ashley Johnson from high Money raised from ticket sales and concessions will point said. go to the band programs at aycock and carver. Following “it’s nice to see them get chance to put on a show for the event a number of parents told The Chronicle that they their family and friends. this was a wonderful idea and i enjoyed the event because it gave the young performers a look forward to coming back in the future.”

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in a thrilling game before a packed gym, the tar heels nipped the Deacons 32-29. this was played in the hanes hosiery 6 to 10- year-old’s winter basketball championship game. Behind the win was the outstanding play and hustle of the “Mitchell twins” (Zakhi and antwon) and sharp shooting by guard Kegin Southerland, who ripped the nets for 15 points on “5 treys.” the “Mitchell brothers,” whose father, antwan (Sr.) used to play basketball at the old hanes hosiery for director/coach art

Blevins in the late ’90s, were all over the court and sparked the tar heels, combining for 13 points, 8 steals and 12 rebounds. isiah Smith added 4 points for the “heels” in their big win. the Deacons were led by the league’s leading scorer, rebounder evan Dunlap with 17 points; tira Sims had 7 and Mitrend curry and imoni Moore combined for 5 more. hanes hosiery Director/coach art Blevins was again pleased with this year’s turnout, in which over 100 children were involved.

a.G. hall resigns as WSSU head women's basketball coach Special to the chronicle

the Winston-Salem State University Department of athletics has announced women’s basketball coach, a.G. hall, his submitted his letter of resignation as head of the program. Winston-Salem State finished fifth in the ciaa’s Southern Division, finished with a record of 12-16 overall, and 6-10 in the ciaa this past season. “coach hall has been a class act since day one and had many positive accomplishments during his

tenure,” said WinstonSalem State University Director of athletics, tonia Walker. “Winston-Salem State University appreciates the hard work and effort that he gave to our program. these decisions are very difficult and we wish a.G. hall nothing but the best in his future endeavors. “ a.G. hall compiled a 53-58 record at WSSU, and produced back-to-back 15win seasons from 2012-14, but the rams have gone just 23-33 (12-20 in the ciaa) in the last two seasons. the search for a new basketball coach will begin

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run, with 11 strikeouts. his best game came against chowan, where he pitched a complete game shutout, allowing five hits and striking out 10. he finished the week with a 1.08 era. randy norris was named the ciaa Defensive player of the Week. norris had a solid week for the WSSU defensively, as he had 15 putouts, 13 assists and was a part of two double plays with only one error. Kevin ritsche was named ciaa coach of the Week for the second time this season. ritsche led the WSSU rams to a 4-2 week, with wins over lock haven, california (pa.) and two conference wins over chowan.

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Congresswoman Adams announces winner of APP Challenge WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Rep. Alma S. Adams (NC-12) announced that Lynette Bright, a sophomore at the Middle College at Bennett College, is the winner of the 2015 Congressional App Challenge. Lynette Bright created a 2D obstacle game titled, Infinity Game Play. The objective of the game is to advance to the next level by safely moving the player through a snowy terrain. Established in 2013, the Congressional App Challenge is a national competition that allows high school students from across the country to create and exhibit their software application, or “app” for mobile, tablet or computer devices. The competition is meant to encourage student engagement in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) education. Lynette’s app is displayed on the U.S. House of Representatives website at http://www.house.gov/content/educate/app_challenge/state/NC. Deshawna A. Bradley receives scholarship The 30th District Order of the Eastern Star, Prince Hall Affiliated, recently awarded Deshawna A. Bradley of Winston-Salem a scholarship in the amount of $1,000. She was presented the scholarship by Past District Deputy Grand Matron Gwendolyn Joyner. Deshawna is a graduate of North Forsyth High School class of 2015 and is now attending J. C. Smith University in Charlotte majoring in biology. While attending North Forsyth, she was a member of the Key Club, Dance Ensemble, HOSA and varsity Cheerleading Squad. She is the daughter of Sonya Bradley of Bradley Winston-Salem and attends New Bethel Baptist Church where she is a member of the Youth choir and the Praise Dance Team. She also volunteers in the nursery. The 30th District OES provides a $1,000.00 scholarship every year to a student. Students interested in applying for the scholarship should contact any member.

Volunteers needed for project housing and homeless connect The Ten Year Plan to End Chronic Homelessness is in need of volunteers for the annual Project Housing and Homeless Connect (PH2C) being held on April 15. PH2C is a one-day, one-stop, one-shop event which provides chronically homeless and homeless veterans experiencing a housing crisis or health care issue an opportunity for immediate access to a wide range of agencies tailored to address their needs. At this event, they will have immediate access to the various service providers. Volunteers are needed to welcome and register participants, to serve lunch, to escort participants through the venue as they access services, to provide assistance completing paperwork, and to man various stations throughout the event. Volunteers can commit anywhere from two hours to ten hours on the event day. Volunteers are also needed to assist on the day before the event to help set up and to remain on site for a few hours after the event to break everything down. The event will be held at First Baptist Church on Highland Avenue, 700 Highland Ave. on April 15 from 8 a.m.4 p.m. The event opens at 8:30 a.m. to participants. To register to volunteer, please go to www.forsythunitedway.org and follow the link to sign up. Please contact Kathleen Wiener at 336-721-9378 or Kathleen.wiener@uwforsyth.org with any questions. Nicholas S. Fleming awarded badge of achievement Nicholas S. Fleming was awarded the Cub Scout “Wolf” Badge of Achievement by Cub Master Role of Winston-Salem Pack 721 on March 7. Nicholas is a second grader at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic School and is the son of Drs. Charlene M. Fleming and Shawn H. Fleming. Requirements to achieve the award are Adventure Call of the Wild, Council Fie, Duty of “God” Footsteps, Howling at the Moon, Fleming Paws of Path and Running with the Pack.

Ribbon cutting held for new police facility City officials held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, March 17, to celebrate the completion of new quarters for the Police Department’s Special Operations Division at 121 Polo Road. Speakers included Mayor Allen Joines, Council Members Vivian H. Burke, Denise D. Adams and James Taylor Jr., and Police Chief Barry Rountree. The Special Operations Division comprises the K-9 unit, the Traffic Enforcement (motorcycle) unit, the Special Weapons and Tactics Unit, the DWI Task Force, the Hazardous Devices Unit, the Gang Unit and Park Rangers.

Piedmont Trust Company announces new officers Piedmont Trust Company has announced that Susan B. Gleason has been named Chief Family Officer and William V. "Billy" Nutt, Jr. has been named Chief Operating Officer. Piedmont was established in 1928 as the family office for the Richardson family, founders of Richardson-Vicks and Vicks products. Today, Piedmont is a family office, private trust company, and registered investment advisor serving the legacy family and other compatible families and individuals.

School of Divinity named to list of top seminaries Wake Forest University School of Divinity has been named one of the top 25 seminaries that have courses on faith and ecology as an integral part of its curriculum. In its first ever Report on Faith and Ecology Courses in North American Seminaries released by The Interfaith Center for Sustainable Development, 213 seminaries were surveyed. In addition to academics, over the past three years the School of Divinity has emerged as a national leader in addressing sustainability, climate change, and food insecurity through its Food, Faith, and Religious Leadership Initiative, a robust continuing education program.

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Anderson Class of 1968 meeting The Anderson Class of 1968 will be meeting monthly every second Saturday at Forsyth Seaford Café’ at 6 p.m. to continue to plan for its 50th Class Reunion to be held in 2018. For more information, please contact Laura Hayes Allen at 336-624-8516 or Reggie Moore at 336-671-7154.

Accepting applications now Juneteenth Festival’s call for artists and vendors Triad Cultural Arts is seeking performers, choirs, dance teams, spoken word artists, craftsmen, artists, authors and vendors for the annual Juneteenth Festival to be held Saturday, June 18, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at Wake Forest Innovation Quarter, which will include Biotech Place and Bailey Park in Winston-Salem. Interested persons should apply online www.triadculture.org or call 336-757-8556.

Through April 30 – ‘2016 Invitational’ art exhibit “On the Wall,” Delta Fine Arts Inc., is an exhibit and sale of the "2016 Invitational” works of students, professional and emerging artists across the region. On display: Pamela Cola, Owens Daniels, Darlene Glenn-McClinton, Jerilyn Harney-Baker, Cornell Jones, Joseph King, Bobby Roebuck, Donald Sawyer, David Wilson and 13 additional African-American artists. The public can vote for their favorite artist in the People’s Choice Award. For more information, call 336-7222625 or visit www.deltaartscenter.org.

Through April 3 – Jesus Christ Superstar Theatre Alliance, 1047 Northwest Blvd., will present Jesus Christ Superstar from March 18 to April 3. Wednesday - Saturday performances are at 8 p.m. and Sunday afternoon performances are at 2 p.m. Tickets are $18 for Adults and $16 for students/seniors. There is also a $2 per ticket discount available for groups of 10 or more. Tickets may be purchased in person at the Theatre Alliance Box Office on Fridays from 12:30-3 p.m., online at www.wstheatrealliance.org or by calling Brown Paper Tickets at (800) 838-3006. Please call Theatre Alliance at (336) 723-7777 with any questions about this or future shows. Today, March 24 - Gardening for Birds Old Salem presents “Gardening for Birds” today, March 24, from noon-1 p.m. in the Wachovia Room, Old Salem Visitor Center, 900 Old Salem Road. Learn how to attract and support birds in your lawn and garden with simple ideas for planting things that provide food and shelter. Presented by Dennis Burnette Gardener, amateur nature photographer; educator; founder of the Carolina Butterfly Society and coordinator of the Triad Chapter; and member of the NC Audubon Society. Attendees may bring lunch; beverages provided. To pre-register for any workshop, please email vhannah@oldsalem.orgor call 336-7217357 (please leave a message if no one answers) to register. To join Friends of the Gardens, call 336-7217333.

Today, March 24 Groundbreaking Scheduled for Union Station Restoration City residents are invited to join Mayor Allen Joines and members of the City Council Thursday, March 24, as they hold a groundbreaking ceremony for the restoration of Union Station. The groundbreaking will be held at 1 p.m. in front of the station at 300 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Tours of the station will be provided after the ceremony. Union Station, which is on the National Register of Historic Places and has been designated as a local landmark by Forsyth County, will be restored to serve as a regional and local bus terminal. It will also have offices for city DOT. The renovations will include lease space for retail and other uses. The restoration will be designed to accommodate a future expansion for regional and long distance passenger rail service. The restoration is being financed by $18.3 million in limited obligation bonds.

Today, March 24 - ACTION NOW town hall meeting ACTION NOW will host a Town Hall Meeting, Part II, “The Economic Betrayal and Corruption of Winston-Salem: A Plan by Design,” today, Thursday, March 24, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. JoAnne Allen, President of ACTION NOW, will be the speaker with questions to follow. The meeting will be held at Mazie Woodruff Forsyth Technology Building, 4509 Lansing Drive. Call

336-745-6235 for additional information.

March 25 – UNCSA Spring 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 25. The campus is located at 1533 South Main St. in Winston-Salem. The Open House is for students seeking to enter UNCSA’s high school or college programs. Visit the UNCSA website for the online registration form or additional information, or call the Admissions Office at 336-770-3290.

March 25 - Center for Design Innovation to host public performance The Center for Design Inneovation (CDI) will host its first public performance, Sol Path, on Friday, March 25. Bridging science, technology and art, Sol Path is an immersive music and media work by award-winning composer, cognitive scientist and CDI faculty researcher Bruno Louchouarn. Two Sol Path performances are scheduled at CDI on Friday, March 25, the first at 7:30 p.m. and the second at 8:30 p.m. Both will occur in The CUBE, CDI’s experimental performance space, at 450 Design Ave. There will be a post-show question and answer session with the artists following the second show. The performance will utilize floor seating on cushions. Audience members are encouraged to bring their own cushions. Admission is free, but space is limited. Tickets are required and can be reserved at https://uncsa.secure.force.com/ticket/. March 25 - Friday garbage collection changed for Easter holiday City offices will be closed Friday, March 25, for the Easter holiday. CityLink, the city’s citizen service call center, will be staffed from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. to assist citizens and will be available outside of those hours for water, sewer and other non911 emergencies. Garbage collections scheduled for Friday, March 25, will take place on Monday, March 28. Recycling and yard waste collections will not be affected. For more information call CityLink 311.

Beginning March 25 - Free leaf compost available The city is offering free leaf compost March 25, 26, April 2 and 9 for as long as supplies last. Compost will be loaded on all days between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. at the Forum 52 Yard Waste Facility, 180 Northstar Drive, Rural Hall (in the Forum 52 Business Park off Forum Parkway). New procedures will be implemented for this distribution. No leaf compost will be available prior to the scheduled distribution dates. On Friday and Saturday, March 25-26, compost will be loaded only into small vehicles, including cars and pickup trucks, with or without trailers, and singleaxle flat bed and dump trucks. All other vehicles will be turned away and asked to come back during the April dates. On Saturday, April 2 and Saturday, April 9, all types of vehicles will be loaded. All vehicles must have a tarp or cover and all loads must be fully covered before leaving the site. Vehicles without a tarp or cover will not be loaded. For more information call CityLink 311 or go to Utilities.CityofWS.org.

March 26 - “Easter Takes Flight” at Historic Bethabara Park “Easter Takes Flight,” a new event that combines the Family Easter Fling with the Spring Takes Flight kite festival, will be held Saturday, March 26, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Historic Bethabara Park. Easter Takes Flight will be held rain or shine. From 10 a.m. to noon, children up to age 8 can participate by age groups in traditional Easter egg hunts. A separate scavenger hunt will be held for kids 9 to 12. Kite flying begins at noon. Participants are encouraged to bring their own kites; however, a limited number of kites will be available. There will also be food vendors, blacksmithing and barrel-making demonstrations, live entertainment and a display of raptors. For more information call Historic Bethabara Park at 924-8191. March 26 - Exquisite Ladies and friends community Easter egg hunt Easter celebration for all ages to enjoy as Exquisite ladies SC and friends host their 5th annual Community Easter Egg Hunt on March 26, 12 until 4 p.m. at Drayton Pines Park. The event will begin with a huge Easter egg hunt for all kids to enjoy, rewarding the first 100 kids with free Easter baskets, followed by a parade for the entire community to

enjoy. Everyone is welcome to also enjoy inflatables, face painting, dance contest, pictures with the Easter Bunny and many more activities. Over the years the event has welcomed hundreds of kids to enjoy the celebration. The Park is located at 1029 West 14th Street intersecting with N. Cherry Street. For directions and more information, please contact Tangela Carson at 336-655-4578.

March 29 - Collaborative Care of the Home Health Patient The Northwest Area Health Education Center (AHEC) of Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center and part of the North Carolina AHEC System will host a workshop on “Collaborative Care of the Home Health Patient” on March 29, 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m., at Deacon Tower in Winston-Salem. The workshop is designed for health care professionals who work in the home health setting, including nurses, allied, mental and public health professionals, administrators and managers. Information about the program, course fees and registration can be found at http://nwahec.org/48300.

March 31 – Celebrating Maya Angelo A celebration of the life and legacy of Dr. Maya Angelou will be held on Thursday, March 31, from 6 – 7 p.m., at SECCA, 750 Marguerite Dr. Wake Forest University faculty, students and community members will read and perform selections of Dr. Angelou’s poetry. The event is free and open to the public. A light reception will follow.

April 1 – Senior SNAP Enrollment Fair The Winston-Salem Urban League in partnership with the City of Winston-Salem is sponsoring a second senior enrollment fair on Friday, April 1, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Hanes Hosiery Recreation Center located at 500 Reynolds Blvd. Seniors aged 60 and older who do not currently receive Food Stamps through the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) are strongly encouraged to apply through this enrollment fair from any county within North Carolina. Applicants should bring photo identification, Social Security documents that verify income and proof of residency. Additional organizations with services for telephone, weatherization and energy assistance are scheduled to attend. If you have further questions please contact Tangela Reed at the Urban League at 336-725-5614.

Registration open - Powerful Tools for Caregivers classes Registration is now underway for two Powerful Tools for Caregivers classes. These are 6-week classes for anyone caring for a loved one who is frail or ill. One class will take place on Tuesdays, April 5-May 10, 6-8 pm, at Creekside Terrace, 3895 Old Vineyard Road. A second class will be held on Wednesdays, May 18June 22, 4-6 pm, at SECU Family House, 1970 Baldwin Lane. There is no charge, but donations are accepted. Registration is required. To register or get information, call Linda Lewis at 748-0217. Classes are sponsored by the Shepherd’s Center of Greater Winston-Salem, Family Caregiver Support Program, Senior Services, Hospice & Palliative CareCenter, SECU Family House, and Daybreak Respite Program. Classes fill quickly, so early registration is suggested.

Early registration through March 31 – Inaugural Glow Crazy 5K and Fun Run Big Brothers Big Sisters will have their first Glow Crazy 5K and Fun Run event with an after party on April 22nd at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds. The Fun Run will start at 7:30 p.m. and the 5K race will start at 8 p.m. Following the races, there will be an after party with food trucks, vendors, live bands, inflatables for the kids, and much more. Registration is $25 from March 1 to March 31; $30 from April 1 to April 20. Online registration closes on April 20. $35 per entry at packet pickup. Sign up by April 4 to ensure a t-shirt. Glow sticks will be provided as part of the race packet. There will be no race day registration. The registration for the Fun Run is $10 per person. Everyone is invited to attend the after party .This will be a fun event not just for runners, but for the whole family. To register, go to www.bbbsnc.org click on events and Glow Crazy 5K & Fun Run. April 1 – Shade Gardening with Native Plants Biologists and other scientists consider invasion by exotic plants to be one of the most serious problems facing native plant and wildlife popSee Community Cal on B7

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Today, March 24 Holy Thursday Service Holy Thursday service will be held jointly with Goler Metropolitan at Goler Memorial A.M.E. Zion, 630 N. Patterson Ave. beginning at 7 p.m. The Rev. Johnny Ruff will be the messenger and Holy Communion will be administered.

Starting today, March 24 Food Box Giveaway and Easter events Greater Tabernacle Worship Center, 1410 Attucks St., will have a Food Box Giveaway at 2058 Dellabrook Road from 12-2 p.m. on Thursday, March 24. Greater Tabernacle Worship Center presents the “Seven Last Sayings of Jesus Christ” on Friday, March 25, at 7 p.m. On Saturday, March 26, we will have our annual Easter Egg Hunt at Civitan Park in Kernersville from 10 a.m-3 p.m. Host Pastor Apostle BJ McCloud. For additional information contact Greater Tabernacle Worship Center at 336-777-1113.

Starting today, March 24 Holy Week Celebration St. Mark Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1151 East 14th St., invites the community to join it in its Holy Week Celebration “Living as people of the Resurrection.” Today, March 24, Maundy Thursday, 6 p.m. there will be dinner. Please RSVP by calling 336-771-1641. Worship - Haggadah after dinner. On March 25 there will be a Candlelight Worship Service at 7:30 p.m. On March 27 there will be the Sunday Easter Sunrise Service at 7 a.m., with Sunday School following at 9:45 a.m. and 11 a.m. Worship Celebration.

Starting today, March 24 Steps to the Cross Easter services Born Again Free Deliverance Tabernacle Church of God The Apostle's Faith Inc. located at 741 Moravia St. where the pastor is Bishop Barbara G. Adams, will have their "Steps To The Cross" Easter services today, Thursday, March 24 and Friday, March 25 at 7:15 p.m. Dynamic speakers each night, ending on Easter Sunday, March 27, with Sunday School starting at 10 a.m. followed by Praise & Worship Service at 11 a.m. Pastor & Overseer Bishop Barbara G. Adams will deliver the Easter Sunday message, "He Rose! Jesus Is Alive & Doing Fine!" For more information please call 336-251-

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April 3 107th church and pastor’s anniversary Mt. Olive Baptist Church, 1301 C. E. Gray Dr., will celebrate their 107th anniversary and Pastor Dr. Rev. Charles Gray’s 37th anniversary on Sunday, April 3 at 4 p.m. The community is invited to attend in this celebration.

April 3 Interfaith Tour Sunday The Community Mosque, St. Phillips Moravian Church in Old Salem, and Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church are the featured stops on the ninth annual Interfaith Tour sponsored by Interfaith Winston-Salem, Sunday afternoon, April 3. The tour begins at The Community Mosque, 1419 Waughtown St. at 2 p.m. with a presentation by Imam Khalid Griggs, and moves to St. Phillips Moravian Church, the state’s oldest African-American church still standing in North Carolina, at 911 S. Main St. at 3 p.m. for comments by the Rev. Russ May. The final stop is at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church, 1730 Link Road, at 4 p.m. where Father Carl Zdancewicz will share the story of his church. Time will be allowed for questions and discussion at each location. Free pizza and beverages will be served at Our Lady of Mercy around 5 p.m. Interfaith Winston-Salem is an all-volunteer tax-exempt nonprofit that works to build understanding among religious and non-religious traditions. April 10 Pastoral pre-anniversary service Holy Trinity Full Gospel Fellowship Center with Pastor Richard C. Miller Sr, & Co-Pastor Ernestine Miller, located at 5307 Peters Creek Parkway, invite the community to attend the worship service on Sunday April 10, at 4 p.m. The guest church will be Shield of Faith and Dr. James Jones. Come join this evening of fellowship for the Pastoral PreAnniversary Service. For more information, contact the church office at 336-784-9347. April 10 A Night to Honor Israel On Sunday, April 10 at 7 p.m., Agape Faith

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WSSU project conducting free diabetes training at churches

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Diabetes is a serious health problem that the African-American community faces today. To raise awareness and education, Winston-Salem State University researchers implemented an initiative designed for African– Americans age 18 and older, with or without prediabetes, to help reduce their risk of Type-2 diabetes (adult onset). “The HOSEA Project:

Tr a i n i n g , Winston-Salem Equipping and vicinity. Year Empowering two project Churches to implementation P r e v e n t will begin in Diabetes,” a November 2016. faith-based and Recognizing culturally tailored that a majority of initiative, funded A f r i c a n by the Centers for American conRobinson Medicare and gregations M e d i c a i d include a large perServices (CMS) began year centage of diabetics, one project implementation WSSU researchers were in November 2015. The strategic in incorporating HOSEA Project is partner- diabetes education ing with over 14 African- (HOSEA Phase II) into the American churches in the initiative to provide sup-

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port to those members diagnosed with diabetes by affording them free trainings inclusive of valuable information to help them maintain adequate diabetes management. Trainings will be open to family members and caregivers. This program strategy will provide the churches with increased awareness and knowledge about prediabetes and the impact of diabetes equipping and empowering them to reduce the risks of this See Diabetes on B6

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The participants of the Prayer Walk starting their 5K walk on Saturday in downtown Winston-Salem

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The power of prayer seems to have a profound effect in the lives of people of all faiths. Matthew 18:20 states “For where two or more are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.” Building on that theme, the religious community of Winston-Salem held the “Prayer Storm” on Saturday, March 19, in downtown WinstonSalem. Over a hundred people registered for the event which included a 5K walk around the city’s downtown area near Highway 52. Even with the rain and wind, there was still a very good turnout. This idea was the brainchild of Ashley Reyes of Winston Salem First who contacted Chuck Spong of the Love Out Loud nonprofit organiza-

Prayer Storm shirt. tion, who in turn gathered other individuals in the religious community to join the event.

Rev. Spangler, right, and Apostle Samuels under the prayer tent. “I just really have a heart for prayer,” said Reyes. “I love the Lord and I believe the Lord is crazy about this city and people in the city, as he is all of his children. I was really pumped about having a citywide prayer gathering and that we could come together in unity as the body of Christ and not separate churches, but everyone coming together to pray for the love of God to come across the city.” Reverend Laura Spangler of Lloyd Presbyterian Church said, “I believe it’s very important for us to pray for our city and we have weekly gatherings at our church to pray and this prayer storm is just part of that

whole process. We just feel as though we need God in our city and we are here today for fellowship and prayer and just feel the love.” The 5K walk started in the P4 parking lot of the Inmar building and wrapped around the neighborhood and business areas near Highway 52. Along the way the participants routinely stopped and prayed with one another. Prayer walk participant Debra Surles said she decided to participate because she knows that God is real and that Jesus rose from the dead for our sins and we became free by the Holy Spirit. Surles became overcome

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Lesson Scripture: Mark 16:1- 8 By the end of this lesson, we will *Remember details of the discovery by Jesus’ followers of His resurrection and promise for the future *Understand the centrality of the resurrection in our Christian faith *Develop greater confidence in our salvation because of the resurrected Christ

Background: Jesus is arrested and given two trials – one Jewish and one Roman. The Jewish started with a hearing before Annas. Then He was sent to Caiaphas where He was officially condemned. Because the Jews were under Roman rule, Jesus was sent to Pontius Pilate, the Roman governor of Judea. Pilate sent Him to Herod and Herod returned Him to Pilate where judgment was passed. (John18:12-23, Mark14:53-

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65, 15:1-25, Luke23:612). Jesus was “flogged” then sent to be “crucified.” As is customary, Jesus was to carry His cross to Golgotha, but the Elder weakened condition of Richard Wayne His body necessitated help. Simon of Cyrene (a Wood city in northern Africa) was pulled from the Sunday crowd to assist. The time for the crucifixion wasSchool Lesson nine in the morning. He was hung from the cross as King of the Jews around noon. While the soldiers were gambling for His clothes, darkness fell over the sky and three hours later Jesus cried out and gave up the ghost (Mark15:1537). Now at the same time as Jesus’ death, the Jerusalem temple curtain splits and the way into the presence of God is opened through Christ’s death (Heb10:19-22).

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major health disparity that plagues so many communities. African-Americans and other racial and ethnic minorities have a higher prevalence of diabetes and also have higher rates of complications. Diabetes is considered a health threat affecting nearly 26 million Americans. The disease is the seventh leading cause of death in the United States, costing an estimated $245 billion per year. The free diabetes trainings will not only be offered to HOSEA partner

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Lesson: Jesus was buried late Friday afternoon by Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus in accordance with Jewish law requiring burial of corpses before the Sabbath. After the Sabbath Mary Magdalene, Salome, and Mary the mother of James bought spices to anoint Jesus’ body. Going very early Sunday morning

churches, but to all Winston-Salem and surrounding area churches. Free trainings

Trainings will be conducted on the campus of the individual churches and scheduled based on church preference dates and times. Information sessions regarding the registration process will be conducted at Rupert Bell Recreation Center 6 to 7:30 p.m. April 26, May 24, June 28, July 26, August 23, and Sept. 27. All information sessions will begin promptly at 6 p.m. The free diabetes trainings will be facilitated by

while it was still dark, the women wonder how they will have the stone blocking the tomb’s entrance removed. But finding the tomb open, the women enter and encounter a man in white apparel who tells them that Jesus of Nazareth who was crucified and had been dead was no longer dead but resurrected. Because He had broken the grip of death, He was no longer in the sepulcher (see Mark8:31; 9:9, 31:10:34). The women were also

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8717. Also, check us out on Youtube "Born Again Free Church" or at our website - bornagainfree.com. March 25 Good Friday Service The Winston Salem District will sponsor the annual Good Friday Service on March 25 at 7 p.m. at Goler Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church, 630 N. Patterson Ave., where the Rev. Dr. George C. Banks is the Pastor and the Rev. Dr. Calvin L. Miller is the Presiding Elder. March 25 Annual Easter program and hunt The Winston Salem District will sponsor the Annual Easter Program and Easter Egg Hunt at 10 a.m. at Bethlehem A.M.E. Zion Church, 6475 Yadkinville Road, Pfafftown where the Rev. Beverly W. McMillian is the Pastor. Marie Jamerson is the District Director of Christian Education.

March 25 Seven Last Words service Mount Olive Baptist Church, 1301 C. E. Gray Drive, will have their Seven Last Words service on Friday, March 25 at 7 p.m. The public is cordially invited to attend. Rev. Dr. Charles E. Gray is the host pastor. Beginning March 25 Seven Last Sayings and hunt Greater Tabernacle Worship Center, 1410 Attucks St., presents the “Seven Last Sayings of Jesus Christ” on Friday, March 25, at 7 pm. On Saturday, March 26, we will have our annual Easter Egg Hunt at Civitan Park in Kernersville from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Host Pastor is Apostle BJ McCloud. For additional information contact Greater Tabernacle Worship Center at 336-777-1113.

Beginning March 25 Good Friday Commemoration, Resurrection Celebration Mount Sinai Full Gospel Deliverance Center, located at 2721 Manchester St., will present the annual Good Friday Commemoration, March 25 at noon. The service will depict the Crucifixion aspect of the Easter story through sacred music, spoken word and liturgical dance. The Resurrection Celebration will conclude Sunday, March 27, at the 11 a.m. Worship Observance. The public is invited to attend these services. For additional information, contact the church office at 336-722-2624. The Rev. Yvonne H. Hines serves as Senior Pastor.

March 25 Good Friday Service Mount Zion Baptist Church will observe Good Friday in a special worship experience occurring at the church on March 25. Beginning at the noon. Pulpit associates at Mount Zion and guest ministers will deliver short messages on the Seven Last Words of Jesus from the cross. Sacred music will be provided. Mount Zion's presentation of The Seven Last Words is open to the public from noon until 3 p.m. Dr. Serenus T. Churn Sr., pastor at Mount Zion Baptist Church, will be the worship leader. March 25 Seven Last Words of Christ The congregation of Bethlehem Missionary Baptist church invites the community to attend the "Original Seven Last Words of Christ" on Friday, March 25 at 7 p.m. The church is located at 1711 N. Claremont Avenue, and

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HOSEA Project Partner Alliant Quality. Alliant Quality, contracted by CMS, is the Quality Innovation Network Quality Improvement Organization for Georgia and North Carolina. A healthcare consulting organization, Alliant Quality is dedicated to improving the quality, safety and integrity of healthcare. A key component of their identity involves forming professional partnerships to extend outreach, effectiveness, increase value and accessibility of healthcare. Trainings will be available through 2019. As a compliment to its

invited by the angel to examine the spot where Jesus had been placed. They found the burial clothes undisturbed because Jesus had passed through them. Note here also that the sepulcher was not opened to let Jesus out, but to let the women in. The angel then tells the women not to be frightened, but to go and tell the disciples and Peter that Jesus is going ahead to meet them in Galilee. The women leave and don’t

the pastor is Rev. L. Dwight Hash, Sr. The phone number is 336-723-1297. Doors will open at 6 p.m. This service is sponsored by the Easter Sunrise Services Committee.

Beginning March 25 Seven Last Words and egg hunt Greater Higher Ground Ministries and Pastor Janice O. Heath invites the community to join us for a Resurrection Service on Friday, March 25, presenting the “Seven Last Words.” Service will be held at the headquarter church at 4175 Moat Dr, at 7 p.m. Also its annual Easter Egg Hunt will be on Saturday, March 26, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.. The public is invited. For more information, please call the Administrative Office at 336-725-1125. Senior pastor is Janice O. Heath. Founder is the late Bishop John H. Heath.

March 26 Youth Easter Egg Hunt Holy Trinity Full Gospel Fellowship Center, 5307 Peters Creek Parkway, will sponsor a Youth Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 26, from noon - 2 p.m. Youth of all ages are welcome to attend. Lunch will be provided. All events are free and open to the public. For information call the office at 336-784-9347. March 26 Easter Egg Hunt Life Changing Transformation Church Ministries will hold their Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 26, at 2 p.m. Treat bags will still be given out in the event of rain. The church is located on the corner of Ansonia & 25th Streets (the church on the hill). Everyone is invited. March 27 Easter Sunrise Service Easter Sunrise Service will be held jointly with Goler Memorial A.M.E. at Goler Metropolitan A.M.E. Zion, 1435 E. Fourth St., at 6 a.m. The Rev. Dr. George C. Banks, pastor of Goler Memorial, will be the messenger. After the service, breakfast will be served. March 27 Vicki Winans is Guest Artist Greater Cleveland Avenue Christian Church, 5095 Lansing Dr., will feature gospel artist Vicki Winans at its Resurrection Day Sunday service on March 27 at the 10 a.m. worship hour. Winans is an award-winning gospel artist noted for such songs as “How I Got Over,” “Shake Yourself Loose,” “As Long as I Got King Jesus,’ and many more. The attire for Resurrection Service will be dressed down. Bishop Sheldon McCarter is the senior pastor of GCACC. The public is invited to attend this service. For more information contact the church at 336-661-0226.

March 27 School of Ministry Holy Trinity Full Gospel Fellowship Center, 5307 Peters Creek Parkway, will have School of Ministry on Sunday, March 27, from 4-5 p.m. The facilitator will be Pastor Richard C. Miller Sr. For more information contact the church office at 336-784-9347.

March 27 “The Last Seven Words” cantata Goler Metropolitan A.M.E. Zion Church, 1435 E. Fourth St., will present a cantata titled “The Seven Last Words of Christ” on Sunday, March 27 at 6 p.m. The Cathedral Choir and guest soloists will perform with the orchestra. Duncan Gray is the director, Marian "Pete" Thomas, is the organist, and Julie Hunter, the pianist. The community is invited to attend.

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prediabetes education, HOSEA Partner Church Union Chapel Baptist Church began its diabetes management trainings March 17. Deltra Bonner, one of two Union Chapel liaisons, has been instrumental in their project implementation. “Having successfully participated in other carefully selected studies, our retention rate in the HOSEA Project has been high because our members feel their participation is in their best interest. Additionally, Pastor [Konnie G.] Robinson played an integral role in recruiting members and is actually participating in the

speak to anyone until they are united with the disciples who don’t believe them. Peter however, had to see for himself and went to the sepulchre (Luke 24:11-12). “There is a great deal of historical evidence for Jesus’ resurrection. Ours is the only religion that includes a risen savior; we can fully trust in Him.” (Union Gospel Press, Keith E. Eggert) For Your Consideration: What might have been the

study.” The overarching impact of both prediabetes education and diabetes management training provides HOSEA an opportunity to increase health education and the importance of making lifestyle changes to combat diabetes and other health-related issues. “When we know better we can do better is a philosophy shared among many members participating in the study. The HOSEA project provides us with an opportunity for great fellowship, great fun and a great learning experience,” said Bonner. The HOSEA Project is guided by the Division of purpose of having an angel greet the women rather than the risen Jesus Himself? Why were the women to direct the disciples to Galilee when Jesus would appear to them that very night in Jerusalem? Life’s Application: As Christians we need to recognize the importance of affirming that Jesus’ resurrection actually took place. But how do we do it? We do so by cultivating a personal relationship with the risen Lord in our daily life.

Nursing and the Department of Health, Physical Education and Sport Studies. Purposely named “The HOSEA Project” based on the scripture Hosea 4:6: “My people perish for a lack of knowledge” has a goal to utilize the African-American church to address diabetes prevention in the AfricanAmerican communities by training pastors and congregations to educate and empower others. For further information contact the HOSEA Project Coordinator at 336-7508915. When we pursue a personal relationship with our Savior, we show that we truly believe He is alive, having been raised from the dead. There are many ways we can express our faith in Christ’s resurrection, but whatever way we do it, we show our trust and hope in the resurrected Lord. (David C. Cook, Bible Lesson Commentary 2015-16)

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In observance of Black History Month, on Saturday, February 20, 2016, Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church hosted their first “African-American Read-In” (AARI). This readin is an international event sponsored by the National Council for the Teachers of English. Sheila Bailey, a retired librarian for over 30 years and a member of Morning Star introduced this event to the church. She served as the AARI Coordinator, offering over 150 titles written by African American Authors. These books included 25 books for children and 125 books for adults. There were 16 adults and 8 children in attendance. The first hour was devoted to each attendee silently reading. Children who were unable to read, were read to. The last hour consisted of “The Round-Up.” The Round-Up was held in the Church’s library, and allowed each attendee to learn what the readers read during the AARI. The children went first and boldly summarized what they had learned; the adults followed sharing and discussing the titles they chose and what prompted them to select their book. The total reading time including the AARI and the Round Up was 23 hours and 9 minutes. Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church is located at 1400 Fitch Street – Winston Salem, NC. Reverend Dr. Dennis Leach, Sr. is the pastor.

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Beta Lambda Chapter members and Samaritan Ministries officials pictured here are (L-R): Joyce Irby, Valeria Edwards, Clarissa Felder, Samaritan Ministries Executive Director Sonjia Kurosky, Samaritan Ministries Assistant Director Willis Miller, Chapter President Patsy Squire, Norma Corley, and Anthropos Micheal Edwards.

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The Beta Lambda Chapter of the National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa Inc. recently donated blankets and socks to Samaritan Ministries, a Winston-Salem interdenominational, volunteer-based Christian ministry that serves Winston-Salem and Forsyth County. Phi Delta Kappa Inc. is a professional organization of women in the field of education.

New school club helps with police Easter egg hunt Downtown School Leo Club Officers are shown. They are (L-R): Ellie Potts, treasurer; Zoe Brockenbrough, president; Madison Buschek, vice president; and Annie Potts, secretary.

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It took only two weeks for the new Downtown School Leo Club to demonstrate its commitment to service. Several of the members came out on a cold and rainy Saturday (March 19) to join the Winston-Salem Twin City Host Lions Club in assisting the Winston-Salem Police Department Hazardous Devices Unit’s sixth annual beeping Easter egg hunt for the blind and visually impaired. The Leo Club is a youth program of the Lions Club International that gives young people the opportunity to serve their communities and make a positive impact. On Wednesday, March 2, members of the Twin City Host Lions Club, North Carolina’s oldest Lion’s Club, delivered the official charter to the school principal, Janet Atkinson, and the Leo Club adviser Katie Hepler; and installed its inaugural officers: Zoe Brockenbrough, president; Madison Buschek, vice president; Annie Christina Potts, secretary; and her twin, Ellie Jane Potts, treasurer. Service projects like the beeping egg hunt are not new for students at the Downtown School. Their student leadership club recently finished a school project to collect jeans for teenagers who are homeless. The students collected 147 pairs of jeans, which were delivered to a homeless shelter in Winston-Salem. Brockenbrough, Leo Club president, is hoping that with the Leo Club, more students will be able to participate in other service projects. In two weeks, she has already been proven right. Founded in March 1922, the Twin City Host Lions Club celebrated its 90th anniversary March 2012. Lions International has a worldwide membership of 1.35 million in 206 countries. Under the maxim “We Serve,” Lions clubs primarily cater to the needs of the blind and visually impaired population through the provision of necessary aids and services and by combating diseases such as diabetes that are significant causes of blindness.

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ulations in the U.S. Join this program to take a look at native plants for the shade garden. Learn how adding native plants to the shade landscape will help attract a diversity of wildlife. Natives are also usually easier to grow since they are well adapted to our climate and soils. Extension Master Gardener Volunteer, Sheila Lombardo will present the program. Held at the Forsyth Ccounty Cooperative Extension office, 1450 Fairchild Dr., April 1 from noon – 1 p.m. Workshop is free, but registration required. Please register by email at coop-ext-registration@forsyth.cc or call 336.703.2850. April 1 – “We Shall Overcome” production “We Shall Overcome,” a production about the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee, will be presented at the International Civil Rights Museum, 134 S. Elm St., Greensboro, on Friday, April 1. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the performance begins at 6:30 p.m. For information and tickets, go to http://icremweshallovercome.eventbrite.com.

April 1 - 10-Minute Play staged readings to be held The top three winners of the Winston-Salem Writers’ 6th annual 10-Minute Play competition will be stage read on Friday, April 1, at 7:30 p.m. at the Milton Rhodes Arts Center, 251 Spruce Street. The winning plays are: “Not Available in Stores” by John Woestendiek; “Reading Signs” by Marilynn Anselm; and “When the Wolfbane Blooms, by Wim Coleman. Admission is $7 for nonmembers and $5 for members and is available at the door.

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Church, 2101 Lewisville-Clemmons Road, Clemmons, will hold “A Night to Honor Israel,” together with Christians United for Israel (CUFI), the largest proIsrael organization in the United States. Guest speakers include: Pastor Victor Styrsky, Gary Bauer, the Israeli Ambassador to the United States, Rabbi Mark Cohn from Temple Emanuel, Jeff Epstein and other representatives from our local and national government. The night will feature a performance by Violinist and Dove Award Nominee LaDonna Taylor. This night is a night to honor the nation of Israel, the Jewish faith, and the people of Israel. Join us as we take a united stand for Israel. This is a free event and everyone is welcome to attend. Childcare ages birth to 6th grade will be available. For more information please contact the church office at 336-766-9188. Week of April 13 17th Church Anniversary Abba Father’s Ministry’s 17th church anniversary will be held April 13-16 at 4014 N. Cherry St. Saturday is Family & Friends Day starting at 2 p.m. Sunday service begins at 11 a.m. Wednesday through Friday services begin at 7:30 p.m. Worship guest speaker on April 13 is Pastor Frederick Smalley of Sanctuary of Faith. Thursday guest speaker is Bishop Charlie Jenkins of Miracle Temple Deliverance. Friday guest speaker is Pastor Sandy Johnson of Harvest Place Worship Center. Saturday guest speaker is Bishop Darryl White of Tabernacle of Praise Worship Center. Sunday guest speaker is Bishop James E. Hudson of Steppingstone Holiness Church. All are welcome. April 17 Youth Breaking Out program

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with emotion while speaking about her faith. She went on to say that all God wants us to do is pray for the forgiveness of our sins and that he doesn’t want us to save anyone because we do not have the power to do so, and as long as she has strength in her bones and breath in her lungs, she will walk in the name of Jesus.

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Holy Trinity Full Gospel Fellowship Center located at 5307 Peters Creek Parkway will sponsor a day for youth from grade 6th - college. Join the Y-BO "Youth Breaking Out" program on Sunday, April 17, at 5 p.m. This program is designed to ignite the spiritual flame in youth and young adults with an exciting voyage through the Bible and to develop an intimate relationship with God. This event is free and open to the public. For more information contact the administrative office at 336-784-9347. April 24 Family & Friends Day Holy Trinity Full Gospel Fellowship Center with Pastor Richard C. Miller, Sr. & Co-Pastor Ernestine Miler, 5307 Peters Creek Parkway, invite everyone to the service for Family & Friends Day Weekend to be held on Sunday, April 24, at 4 pm. The guest pastor will be Dr. James Linville and the Piney Grove Baptist Church. For more information contact the administrative office at 336-784-9347.

April 30 Singles and Single Parents Group Holy Trinity Full Gospel Fellowship Center located, 5307 Peters Creek Parkway, invite all singles and single parents to join the group on Saturday, April 30, at 5 p.m. This program addresses the needs of single males and females, divorced and widowed individuals, through creative group activities that include guided discussions, group outings, informative support and much more. For more information contact the administrative office at 336-784-9347. Ongoing

Bible study The Eastside Church of Christ, 536 Barbara Jane Ave. NE, Winston-Salem, is

“I participated today because I was called to do so,” said Marshalla Sitton, who also participated in the walk. “I think in these days in the political climate we are under, we must come together as a unit, as a body in Christ as directed by his word. For me just walking the city and praying for peace and unity for all of the residents of the city and show nonbelievers that God is real is a wonderful thing and everyone that God needed to be here was

here today, and for that I give Him glory.” While most were participating in the prayer walk, a few individuals did stay behind in the “Prayer Tent” which was set up for individuals who could not walk or anyone just walking past to come by and just have someone pray for them while the group was walking. Apostle Gloria Samuels of Great Commission Community Church was one of the individuals in

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offering a free mail-in Bible study. It is designed to give a greater knowledge of the word of God. The eight-lesson course is an overview of the entire Bible. At the end of the course you will receive a certificate of completion. Sign up today by calling 336-722-2088 or by e-mailing bern3@lexcominc.net.

Community Clothes Closet The St. James Community Clothes Closet opens at 10 a.m. the 2nd, 4th and 5th Saturday of each month. St. James is located at the corner of Patterson Avenue and 15th Street across from the U.S. Post Office. For more information, contact Myrna Williams, coordinator, at 336-9235881 or 410-245-3306. Clothing donations and accessories accepted. Food pantry, clothes closet Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, from 1-3 p.m., Love Community Development Corporation, located at 3980 North 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 336-3068119. Emergency food giveaway Christ Kingdom Building Worship Center, 3894 North Hampton Drive, in partnership with second Harvest Food Bank of NWNC, provides to the community at large an Emergency Food Assistance Program on Tuesdays (2 p.m.); Wednesdays (4:30 the prayer tent and she stated she believes if you are going to birth anything worthwhile, it has to come through prayer. If you can’t love people, you can’t have a relationship with God or whomever you worship and that’s what this walk is all about. Following the walk, the participants were treated to good music and the fellowship of others while they braved the elements in the name of Jesus.

p.m.); first and third Saturdays (10 a.m. to noon); and second and fourth Saturdays, (8 to 10 a.m.). 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.

Providing hope through teaching Join Calvary Hill Church of Greater Deliverance Inc., from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of each month at the Bethesda Center, 930 North Patterson Ave., where we provide hope through teaching and preaching presented by Calvary Hill’s ministerial staff. For more information contact the church at 336744-3012.

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Crowder Construction Company is preparing a bid for the Townsend WTP Basin and Filter Improvements project. We are soliciting in Greensboro, North Carolina and surrounding areas for pricing from subcontractors for the following:

BEFORE THE COMMUNITY & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF WINSTON-SALEM HOUSING FILE NO.2005110250

M/WBE SUBCONTRACTORS WANTED TO BID

SCOPES of WORK (including, but not limited to):

Package GC-01 Lime Building - Shell – selective demo, tree removal, hauling, asphalt paving, seeding, concrete, rebar, metal fabrication, structural steel, roofing, dampproofing, doors & windows, coatings, plumbing, HVAC

Package WC-03 Concrete & Demolition – selective demo, concrete, rebar, metal fabrication Package WC-09 Concrete Repair Coatings & Painting – concrete repair, coatings

Package WC-26 Electrical/Instrumentation Install – selective demo, asphalt paving, seeding, concrete, rebar, electrical, lightning protection

Package WC-33 Yard Piping – erosion control, selective demo, hauling, asphalt paving, seeding, concrete, rebar, metal fabrication, waterproofing, piping supplies

Package WC-40 Process Piping & Equipment Installation – selective demo, concrete, rebar, piping supplies Bids due: April 1, 2016 Close of Business

We request M/WBE companies include a copy of their M/WBE certificate with their quote. Historically Underutilized Businesses including Minority and Women Business Enterprises and all others are encouraged to participate. Bid Proposals will be received at the following address: Crowder Construction Company 1111 Burma Drive Apex, North Carolina 27539 Telephone: (919) 367-2000; Fax: (919) 367-2097 Contact: Kathy Shear

Complete plans and specifications may be viewed at Crowder Construction Company at the address listed. Contact us at the above phone number for a list of other locations where plans are available. The Chronicle March 24, 2016

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS University of North Carolina School of the Arts

Sealed proposals will be received until 2:00 PM on April 6, 2016 in the conference room of the University of North Carolina School of the Arts (UNCSA) Facilities Management Offices 303 Waughtown Street, Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27127, for the construction of Student Commons & Fitness Center Exterior Waterproofing and Structural Repairs Code: 41138 Item: 320-03 SCO# 1512294-01A.

Complete plans and specifications for this project can be obtained from Davis Kane Architects, PA, 503 Oberlin Road Suite 300, 19th Raleigh, NC 27605 919.833.3737 (contact Sebastian Duca, AIA sduca@daviskane.com ), during normal business hours starting March 14, 2016. Plan Deposit: Twenty-five Dollars ($25.00) in cash or certified check. Plans will also be available in the plan rooms of the Associated General Contractor, Carolinas Branch, Charlotte, NC; in the local offices of McGraw-Hill Dodge Corporation, in the Eastern Regional Office of Reed Construction Data in Norcross, GA, in Minority Plan Rooms in Hispanic Contractors Association of the Carolinas (HCAC) in Winston-Salem, Charlotte, and Raleigh areas - phone 877.227.1680. An open pre-bid conference will be held at the conference room of UNCSA Facilities Management, 303 Waughtown Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27127 on March 23, 2016 at 10:00 AM.

University of North Carolina School of the Arts encourages participation by certified HUB firms and supports the UNC system’s policy of ensuring and promoting opportunities for minority businesses.

The State of North Carolina reserves the unqualified right to reject any and all proposals. Signed: Stephen Dwight Atkinson, NCARB, AIA University Architect Facilities Management University of North Carolina School of the Arts Winston-Salem, North Carolina The Chronicle March 24, 2016

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In the Matter of Property located at: 2715 N. Patterson Avenue Winston-Salem, North Carolina Known as Tax Block 1173 Lot(s) 006

You are hereby advised that on 07/21/2014, the Winston-Salem City Council of the City of Winston-Salem adopted an Ordinance ordering the demolition of the above referenced structure within ninety (90) days from said date.

Because you have failed to demolish or repair such dwelling within the prescribed time period, the City will proceed to demolish said dwelling pursuant to the ordinance adopted by the Council. You are hereby advised to remove any and all articles of personal property, fixtures or appurtenances found in or attached to the aforementioned dwelling within fifteen (15) days of receipt of this notice. If you fail to refuse to remove said items, they shall be deemed abandoned and shall be subject to sale by the City in accordance with Section (4-97(g) of the City Code. The dwelling will then be demolished and the cost of demolition, less the proceeds from the sale, will be placed as a lien against the property. Stephanie Stimpson, Housing Conservation Administrator

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BEFORE THE COMMUNITY AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF WINSTON-SALEM HOUSING FILE 2015100345 COMPLAINT AND NOTICE OF HEARING SERVICE BY PUBLICATION

In the Matter of: Property Located at:

228 Terrace Avenue Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Known as Tax Block 1275 Lot(s) 094 On City County Tax Map

This Complaint and Notice of hearing is drawn and given under the provisions of the Housing Code of the City of WinstonSalem. It appears that the house located at 228 Terrace Avenue, the property being known as Block 1275 Lot(s) 094 is unfit for human habitation under the standardsof-fitness prescribed in the Housing Code of the City of Winston-Salem. You are hereby notified that a hearing will be held before the undersigned or his designated agent in City Hall South, 100 E. 1st Street, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, at 1:30 pm on the 18th day of April, 2016, when and where all parties owning or having a interest in the aforesaid property may show cause, if any they have, why an ORDER should not be entered finding said housing to be unfit for human habitation and directing that it be repaired or demolished.

You are further notified that the owner of the aforesaid property and all parties in interest have a right to file an answer to this Complaint in the Office of the undersigned at any time prior to, or at the time set for, the hearing of this matter, and, also, to appear in person, or otherwise, and give testimony at the time and place above fixed.

This notice applies to all next of kin of the property owner(s) of the address at 228 Terrace Avenue including known or unknown heirs, devisees, successors, transferees, legal representatives, (deceased) or any other assigns whether in being or not in being, or en ventre sa mere, including those under mental disability, in the military service, minors, the spouse of each, if any, the beneficiaries or trustees of each, if any, all other persons, firms, or corporations, active or dissolved, foreign or domestic, who now have, or might in any contingency have, or claim, or may hereafter claim, any right, title or interest or estate this property. Stephanie Stimpson, Code Enforcement Project Supervisor

Date Issued: March 17, 2016

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Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of John Neal Wilson, Sr. (16 E 256 ), also known as John Neil Wilson, Sr. and John N. Wilson, Sr., deceased December 30, 2015, Forsyth County, North Carolina, this is to Notify all persons, firms, and corporation having claims against the Estate of said deceased to present them to the undersigned on or before June 16, 2016 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.

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This the 17 day of March, 2016.

Randolph Wilson, Executor for John Neal Wilson, Sr., deceased 11931 Old Timber Road Charlotte, NC 28269

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NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, DAVIE COUNTY IN THE CIVIL DISTRICT COURT 16-CVD-128

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The City of Winston-Salem is looking to fill the position for Laborer (Sanitation)

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CELIA GOMEZ VEGA vs SOTERO LOZANO AVELLANDA

TAKE NOTICE that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above entitled action. The nature of the relief being sought is absolute divorce.

You are required to make defense to such pleading no later than May 3, 2016, forty (40) days after March 24, 2016 the first date of publication of this notice, and upon your failure to do so the party seeking serviee against you will apply to the Court for the relief sought.

The City of Winston-Salem is looking to fill the position for Assistant Swimming Pool Coordinators

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This the 24th day of March, 2016.

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ASSEMBLY TERRACE APARTMENTS A Community for 62 and older is now taking applications. Conveniently located in Winston Salem with Handicap Accessible units and Rental Assistance available. Call for an appointment at 336-759-9798. Office hours are from 8am – 4:30pm Monday thru Friday. TDD Relay 1-800-7352962 Equal Housing Opportunity Professionally Managed By Community Management Corporation

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The City of Winston-Salem is looking to fill the position for Vehicle Operators (Sanitation)

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The Town of Kernersville is offering the right individual an opportunity to join its Police Department. Duties include street patrol, basic investigations and maintenance of general order in Kernersville. Must be willing to work rotating shift schedule. Must possess general/probationary certification or have completed BLET within the last 12 months. Applicant will be required to pass a physical and drug test. The Town offers a progressive pay plan with a competitive benefits package. All applicants will be required to undergo a psychological examination. App Deadline: 04/01/16. PAY: $16.83-$26.16/hr. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. All applicants must complete Town of Kernersville Application. Additional information and applications may be obtained from www.toknc.com or Town Hall (336)992-0306, 134 E. Mountain St., Kernersville, NC from 8:30 AM-5:00 PM Mon.-Fri. EEO Employer. The Chronicle March 24, 2016

TOWN OF KERNERSVILLE STORMWATER MANAGER

Manages the operations of the Stormwater Division, Stormwater Program and Utility. Develops and administers Stormwater Capital Improvement budget and Stormwater Program. Coordinates with other Divisions regarding operation and maintenance of stormwater drainage system. Interacts with engineers, contractors and the public; administers contracts. Implements and enforces stormwater ordinances. Supervises, directs, and evaluates staff. Knowledge of State and Federal regulations. Extensive contact with the public, government agencies, and Town Staff. Prepares and delivers environmental ordinances and Stormwater Program attributes to Board of Alderman. MIN QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Environmental Science or equivalent and five (5) years of progressive professional experience or combination of education and experience. Certified Stormwater Manager (CSM) or Professional Engineer licensed to practice in NC or the ability to obtain either within one year. Valid NC DL with acceptable driving record. HIRING RANGE: $49,281$72,935 Annual Salary. App Deadline: 5pm, Fri, 04/01/16. The Town offers a progressive pay plan as well as competitive benefits. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. All applicants must complete Town of Kernersville Application which may be obtained from www.toknc.com or Town Hall (336)9920306, 134 E. Mountain St., Kernersville, NC, from 8:30AM -5:00PM Mon.-Fri. EEO Employer. The Chronicle March 24, 2016

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