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When over 80 presidents and chancellors from historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) left Washington, D.C., last week after first meeting with President Donald Trump at the White House, and then taking part in a Republican-sponsored fly-in conference at The Library of Congress, convened by conservative U.S. Rep. Mark Walker (RNC-6), some, like Chancellors Harold Martin of N.C. A&T University in Greensboro, and Elwood Robinson of Winston-Salem State University, were hopeful that the visits would ultimately be manifested in a stronger relationship, yielding greater federal public policy and funding support.

“With the national spotlight shifting to other topics, it will be important for this dialogue to continue with both the execu-

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tive and legislative branches,” Chancellor Martin, in an open letter to the N.C. A&T campus, wrote afterward.

“Clearly, there is much still to learn

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about our institutions from key government officials, and we accept our role in providing this education,” Martin continued. “I look forward to continuing the con-

versation around needs of particular importance to our university, other campuses, and the nearly 300,000 students (from over 100 HBCUs across the country) we collectively serve. “ WSSU’s Chancellor Robinson echoed his colleague’s response.

“As this university’s leader, it is my responsibility to ensure that our elected officials understand how crucial our mission is and to ensure ongoing federal support for our students, faculty, staff, research, and programming,” Robinson said in an open letter to the WSSU campus on Facebook.

“We are keenly interested in policy and discussions around issues that impact our campus, including Title III funding, Pell grants, federal research grants, and HBCU-specific federal funding. The meetings this week in D.C. between more than

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Becoming financially independent and fiscally responsible are valuable skills for a teen to learn. The Initiative for African-American Males (IAAM) looks to teach local teens in Forsyth County just that by helping them obtain part-time jobs along with interview training and resume building skills.

Walter Marshall’s chair sits empty with a white rose to honor the late county commissioner at last week’s briefing.

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BY TODD LUCK THE CHRONICLE

Who will be the next county commissioner from District A after the death of Walter Marshall late last month?

The Forsyth County Democratic Party (FCDP) will be deciding that question on Tuesday night as the executive committee elects someone to fill the seat. The local party’s executive committee, which is comprised of the chairs and vice chairs from each precinct, will elect someone to fill the seat. The party’s nomination will then have to be approved by the

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county commissioners. Whoever is picked will have to run for re-election in 2018.

“We believe in open elections. We believe in democracy and that’s how we’re going to conduct that election,”

said FCDP Chair Eric Ellison.

Both Fleming El-Amin and Tony Burton plan to submit his name for consideration that night, though any Democrat who lives in the district could be nominated from the floor.

Marshall wasn’t planning to seek reelection in 2018, so both men were already planning on running for the seat in 2018.

El-Amin resigned from the Forsyth County Board of Elections (BOE) last month so that he could begin organizing his 2018 campaign.

El-Amin, a retired educator who

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The students were able to go to the computer labs at Goodwill and fill out as many as 18 job applications.

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Close to 100 students came out to participate in an I AAM jobs event.

I AAM was started because of the low performance of African-American males throughout Forsyth County's school district. I AAM seeks to bring awareness to the issue by bringing together community agencies, parents

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Anna Maria Horsford and Obba Babatunde will serve as the celebrity co-chairs for the next National Black Theatre Festival scheduled for July 31 through Aug. 5. The announcement was made earlier this week during a press conference held at Embassy Suites Hotel.

The duo from New York who currently star together on the CBS day-

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fellow HBCU leaders and high-ranking Washington lawmakers offered an opportunity to engage in constructive conversation about the value – and the incredible outcomes – of HBCUs. It is my hope that these conversations will lead to additional support for our mission,” Robinson said.

Observers note, however, that neither chancellor, in their post-D.C. assessments, portrayed the Washington meetings as “productive.” Indeed, at least one North Carolina HBCU leader who also attended last week expressed considerable skepticism off the record about the Republican effort, especially after President Trump issued an executive order declaring the future of HBCUs “an absolute priority” of his administration, but did not offer any further budgetary support for them beyond the $4.7 billion HBCUs received during President Barack Obama’s tenure.

Skepticism in open letter

On the record, Morehouse College President John S. Wilson Jr. also issued an open letter to his campus community in Atlanta, a skeptical one, concluding it with, “In general, the meetings were a troubling beginning to what must be a productive relationship. Trust that the HBCU community will continue to press for the kind of funding that educational excellence and national competitiveness require!”

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ed to see HBCUs come away from the Washington, D.C. visits with at least a $500 million federal commitment … to start.

In a Feb. 27 White House press release titled, “President Trump Seeks to Outdo Obama in Backing Black Colleges,” White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer is quoted as saying, “The president has a strong commitment to them and understands over the last eight years they've been woefully neglected.

And I think he wants to really show a commitment. ... And so you’ll see, I think, not just a push this month, but in his budget and going forward.”

Published reports indicate that HBCUs are pushing for $25 billion in infrastructure, readiness and financial aid from Trump and the GOP-led Congress when the next federal budget is rolled out.

Johnny Taylor, CEO of the nonprofit Thurgood Marshall College Fund in Washington, D.C., pushed for specific increases in federal grants to HBCUs, as well as contracts.

‘Put up or shut up’

Several members of the D e m o c r a t - l e d Congressional Black Caucus are actively challenging Republicans to “put up or shut up” with more HBCU budget funding as well.

“If President Trump is serious about HBCUs, he must also be serious about removing the structural barriers African-Americans still face, and he should put his money where his pen is by urging his colleagues in Congress to increase federal funding to HBCUs,” said U.S. Rep. Elijah

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taught in public schools, has been involved with the Democratic Party for decades and is a former chair of the FCDP. He said it was advice from the late County Commissioner Mazie Woodruff that inspired him to get involved in politics, telling him that it was important to the welfare of his five children.

“I want my children to have the best opportunities for success in this country.

You’ve got to be involved in politics to make sure that happens,” said El-Amin.

“I’ve got 10 grandkids, so it’s now even more important than ever.”

El-Amin said he decided to run for the

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Cummings (D-MD-7) in a statement.

U.S. Rep. Alma Adams (D-NC-12) challenged Republicans during her remarks at the fly-in conference luncheon asking, “How do we work together to ensure that HBCUs not only survive, but thrive?”

Contrary to some of the skepticism that resulted from last week’s HBCU meetings, especially after Walter M. Kimbrough, president of Dillard University in New Orleans, Louisiana, wrote about the visit to the White House to meet with President Trump, that, “… there was very little listening to HBCU presidents today… ,” Congressman Walker’s office was upbeat about the dialogue that took place at the fly-in conference the following day.

According to Jack Minor, Rep. Walker’s communications director, HBCU presidents and chancellors were afforded plenty of opportunities to be heard during the daylong event that was replete with panel discussions, and remarks from Republican leaders such as Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina, Sen. Marco Rubio of Florida, and House Speaker Paul Ryan of Wisconsin, who said at the conference that he was supportive of year-round Pell Grants for HBCU students.

“I have always valued the importance of HBCUs,” said Congressman Walker in a statement after the fly-in.

“With more than 100 HBCUs across the nation – and eleven here in North Carolina, they are an integral part of our higher education system.

“On a more personal

office when Marshall told him he wasn’t seeking re-election and had regular conversations about it with him. He said that the seat is very important because diverse voices are vitally needed among the commissioners, just as they are on the BOE, where he served as the sole Democrat for the last four years. He said he had the support of party veterans like former County Commissioner Beaufort Bailey and former Liberty CDC Chair Jim Shaw.

El-Amin said if he became a county commissioner, he would continue Marshall’s work, like making sure Social Services is funded and has an independent board and insuring that the county gives a fair share of work to minority contractors.

Burton is also a father of five who’s

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time I was able to buy a theatrical newspaper and I held it to my heart,” said Horsford. “Theater is a place you can escape and explore. That’s the exciting part about this festival; it brings people together to explore talent they didn’t even know existed.”

Babatunde, who attended the first festival held in 1989, is best known for his role in the original Broadway production of “Dreamgirls.” He said as co-chair he hopes to inspire individuals to follow their dreams. He said see-

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Republican commitment?

But what about the bottom-line? How committed are Republicans to earmarking anything near the $25 billion HBCU leaders want to see in the federal budget?

On Tuesday morning, The Winston-Salem Chronicle got an answer the HBCU chancellors and presidents might not like.

“Everything here is Obamacare-oriented [right now], [so] until we get through that …” said Walker spokesman Jack Minor regarding where the GOP-led Congress’ primary attention is currently, adding that what President Trump’s budget eventually looks like also plays a key role.

Minor went on to say that’s why Rep. Walker convened last week’s fly-in when he did, so that it would be at the beginning of the budget consideration process.

Indeed, it has been reported by McClatchy News that “Walker, chair of the conservative

Jackie Alexander, artistic director for the North Carolina Black Repertory Company, talks about the 2017 National Black Theatre Festival during a press conference earlier this week.

North Carolina Black Repertory Company president Sylvia SprinkleHamlin speaks during a press conference held earlier this week to announce celebrity co-chairs for this year's National Black Theatre Festival.

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disgust with their president’s participation in the meetings, particularly with President Trump. Vandals spray-painted their dismay on the campus yard, calling Howard President Wayne A.I. Frederick the “overseer” of the “Trump Plantation.”

That response echoed something Rep. Alma Adams said in an interview after the HBCU fly-in conference regarding President Trump’s suddenly enthusiastic welcome of the HBCU presidents and chancellors to the Oval Office.

“We’re going to have to hold him to what he says,” Rep. Adams says. “He certainly wasn’t supportive [during the campaign] of people who look like me.

So I don’t know.”

However, a review of Trump’s campaign remarks last year during a visit to Charlotte indicate that he did voice support for HBCUs. During his “new deal for black America” remarks, Trump told the mostly white crowd gathered, “My [education plan] will also ensure funding for historical black colleges and universities, more affordable two- and fouryear colleges, and support for trade and vocational education,” a Youtube video, published on Oct. 26, 2016, shows.

WSSU Chancellor Robinson is one of those who now wants to see proof in the Republican pudding.

“Although lawmakers expressed their support for our mission, it is critical that they demonstrate that support with significant budget allocations and policy actions,” Robinson said in a follow-up statement to his earlier letter.

issues like education and jobs.

“My goal would be to improve the quality of life for East Winston and Forsyth County residents,” said Burton.

Burton said that Marshall had also been aware of his intentions to run in 2018. A video announcement of Burton’s bid for the seat that he posted on Facebook got more than 3,000 views in one day.

With El-Amin leaving his seat on the BOE, the Democrats will also vote to fill his seat on Tuesday night. Susan Campbell, who is also a former FCDP chair, plans to submit her name for consideration, though any Democrat in Forsyth County could be elected to the seat by the executive committee.

ing the festival grow over the years has been like watching a child grow and to serve as co-chair is an honor.

“In some ways, we have become more impressed with celebrity than capability, so it is very important that we continue to encourage through the arts of entertainment,” he said. “We have the ability to encourage, inspire, enlighten as well as entertain.”

The 2017 National Black Theatre Festival is set to begin on Monday, July 31 and end on Saturday, Aug. 5.

Hosted by the North Carolina Black Repertory Company (NCBRC), based in Winston-Salem, the bi-annual event will feature a wide range of theatrical performances, including dramas, comedies and musicals. During the

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Republican Study Committee, sent a letter to House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Chair Jason Chaffetz, R-Utah, and top committee Democrat Elijah Cummings of Maryland, calling for hearings on federal grants, contracts and cooperative agreements for HBCUs.” But establishing relationships and “trust” first, according to Minor, was important and the primary goal.

Rep. Walker added that Democrats and Republicans fighting over how much funding the nation’s HBCUs should get “is a good thing.” Jack Minor added that Rep. Walker does intend to work with the Congressional Black Caucus, which has traditionally been the strongest advocate for HBCUs in Congress.

“The schools were very open about the help they needed,” Minor said.

“Republicans now control the House, Senate and the White House, so if [HBCUs] are going to get it, it will have to largely come from us.”

Minor also confirmed that unlike their White House visit with President Trump the day before the fly-in (which in the Walker press release seemed to be royally thrown under the bus), HBCU presidents and chancellors got plenty of opportunity to express their views about the value, history and needs of their institutions during the conference.

One aspect of the GOPHBCU outreach drama to keep an eye on is how students on various campuses are reacting. Last week at Howard University, students and faculty expressed

had a career public education. For the last decade, he’s served as CEO of the Northwest Child Development Centers Inc., which has three Mudpies accredited educational childcare centers in Forsyth, Stokes and Davie counties and an annual budget of $5 million. He’s volunteered on other Democrat’s political campaigns, including City Council Member James Taylor, who is supporting Burton.

It’ll be Burton’s second time trying for District A county commissioner. He ran in 2014, but dropped out due to illness before the primary, so his name wasn’t on the ballot. He said Marshall and Everette Witherspoon did an “excellent” job as county commissioner but he felt he could use the position to make a difference on

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note, my wife, Kelly, is a graduate of Winston-Salem State University and has found success as a nurse practitioner, which she attributes in part to the strong education she received. I believe it is as important as ever to have Republicans engage with HBCUs. On Tuesday we made big strides to bring bipartisan support to HBCUs and create an open dialogue to address issues they face. I look forward to continuing to work together for the betterment of our students. This is not the first step, but it certainly is not the last.”

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press conference on Monday, March 6, Sylvia SprinkleHamlin, the widow of NCBRC founder Larry Leon Hamlin, said she is certain that this year’s festival will have something for everyone and everyone will be watching.

Sprinkle-Hamlin, who also serves as NCBRC president and executive producer, said the festival selection committee has viewed over 120 submissions from theater companies from 20 different states, Canada, South Africa, and the United Kingdom.

“The eyes of the world will be on the 2017 National Black Theatre Festival,” Sprinkle-Hamlin said.

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(Above) Deon Carter, left, of Goodwill Industries, stands with Lakeisha Hill, assistant principal of Main Street Academy.

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need. Its focus is to increase parental involvement, academic achievement and attendance while also decreasing disciplinary problems.

Lakeisha Hill, assistant principal at Main Street Academy who works with I AAM, says this year I AAM have decided to partner with Forsyth Promise, The Center for Smart Financial Choices and Goodwill to put on a job fair for the children ages 14-19. She says after some collaborative talks between all parties involved they chose not to just single out black males but make it available to all children in the desired age range.

“An idle mind is the devil's playground, is what I believe,” Hill said. “So we need to teach them some job preparation skills and allow them to actually apply to jobs.”

The day before the job fair, IAAM workers brought the children together for the job preparation portion of the event.

During the preparation day, the children were able to create resumes and receive job interviewing skills and possible questions to ask during the interview.

On Feb. 28, the students were asked to come back for the application portion of the event. They were asked to come back dressed 17-year-old Kenan for an interview and filled Loftin-Bell says he out applications online for wants to obtain employment because he wants multiple jobs.

“A lot of times when to help his mother. you think about employment for teens, you think summer jobs,” Hill continued.

“But they need something before and after the summer because a lot of our kids are not participating in afterschool activities. We need to have something for them because without that, some teens turn to crime. So I thought if they had money they would be less inclined to steal.”

The parents were thrilled to have their teens participate in the job fair. Verschello Nelson says she wants her son to get a job because it leads to financial literacy and independence.

“I am very happy for him because he wants to earn his own money,” Nelson said. “No one taught me about financial literacy. I had to learn that on my own. So for him to understand it as a 16-year-old preparing for college, I think the earlier he learns, the better off he will be. n Jobs give you responsibility and how to budget your money.”

Dr. Gwendolyn Johnson-Green, director of Alternative Education for Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools, said “Our students now are living in a changing world and they need to develop the skills so that they can survive.

They are motivated, engaged and they are the winners and we are looking forward to seeing them grow and develop from this opportunity.”

Deon Carter, Goodwill Industries of Northwest North Carolina, says they are really pleased with the youth program at Goodwill. He said they work with young people all year-round and the job fair is something they were passionate about. He thinks this is a necessary program that will help kids with skills as they enter the workforce.

The kids, many dressed in their Sunday best, were excited and hopeful of the possibility of obtaining employment. Kenan Loftin-Bell, a 17-year-old student, said the opportunity to apply for jobs was very helpful.

“This is pretty interesting because you get to meet new people that can help you out and that you can also help,” Loftin-Bell said. “I want to be able to help my mom out with some of the bills and save some money for student loans in the future.”

Another student, Eli Brito-Milian, said, “I feel like it will help me in the future. It helps with your confidence because you will already know what to expect at a job interview. If I get a job, I plan on saving for college and help provide for my family.”

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Fresh paint, new lighting, high-back chairs and a wall of flat screens: Downtown’s first blackowned and longest thriving restaurant has a fresh new attitude and name to go along with it.

For more than 20 years, Meta’s Restaurant has been the place to go for authentic soul food in WinstonSalem. While fan favorites like the cornbread muffins, fresh cut greens and lemonade will remain on the menu, Meta’s West Third will offer the same family vibe you get from your grandma’s kitchen with a little twist of big city dining.

Starting next month, Meta’s will extend its hours during the week and on the

weekends.

Monday through Thursday it will be open 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Friday and Saturday, the restaurant will stay open until 2 a.m. Fresh seafood and steak will also be added to the menu during extended hours on the weekend.

When asked about the changes, owner Armeta Poole said as an entrepreneur, you must be able to adapt and willing to change with the times. To appeal to the night life scene, Meta’s will also be adding a bar later this year.

“The downtown area is really growing and as an entrepreneur, you have to go with what’s going on,” said Poole. “We have hotels being built, condos and apartments popping up, so we wanted to make sure we accommodate our

customers.”

Poole mentioned she has been able to maintain downtown thanks to loyal customers who make regular visits to the restaurant neatly tucked away between Winston Tower and First Presbyterian Church.

“I was skeptical about moving downtown in the beginning, but we’ve had a lot of support over the years. We have a lot of loyal customers.”

After ordering his favorites off the menu earlier, Eugene Thompson, who has been eating at the restaurant since it opened in 1994, said he was impressed with the upgrades to the décor. With the changes coupled with the exceptional customer service and the best soul food in the city, Thompson

Downtown’s first black-owned restaurant has a new look and new name. Meta’s Restaurant is now Meta’s West Third.

It has been serving fresh soul food since 1994.

Eugene Thompson orders his favorites at Meta’s West Third on Tuesday, March 7. Thompson has been eating at the restaurant since it opened in 1994.

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said he would put Meta’s up against any restaurant in the city.

“It really looks great,”

said Thompson. “Meta’s has a vibe that you just can’t get anywhere else.

For a soul food restaurant, I

think Meta’s is the best at it.”

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Leaders of organizations that help those in poverty are hoping to see action, accountability and community engagement as the Poverty Thought Force’s plan is implemented.

The Thought Force held a series of World Cafe meetings to get ideas from the public on reducing the city’s poverty rate, which was 23 percent in 2015. The 22member committee narrowed it down to more than 60 recommendations in the key areas of education, housing, health, food insecurity and unemployment. It also recommends a new “poverty tzar” that would help to coordinate efforts and implement the plan.

Second Harvest Food Fitzgerald Bank of Northwest N.C. Executive Director Clyde Fitzgerald said he hoped the position will be called “coordinator” instead of “tzar” because of how politicized that term has become. He said he liked the idea of better coordination of anti-hunger efforts. He felt the position will provide someone to hold accountable for the plan’s implementation.

“I hope that as we move forward with this work, that positive words we hear from some will be converted into concrete action, which is what is required to help people move forward in their lives,” said Fitzgerald.

Fitzgerald said Second Harvest and its clients had input into the plan. He was glad to see universal school breakfast as the top recommendation on hunger, which he said will help with childhood hunger. He’s also glad to see recommendations to help food deserts and expand school backpack programs, which give low-income students food to take home.

Twana Wellman-Roebuck, executive director of Experiment in Self Reliance, said ESR also had input into the plan. She said she thought the recommendations on ways to encourage employers to hire peo-

ple with criminal records will help eliminate a barrier that keeps many in poverty.

She said she hopes the plan will result in a community-wide effort from a broad range of groups. ESR, which helps people find housing and stay in it, is already involved with citywide poverty efforts like the Ten Year Plan to End Chronic Homelessness. Wellman-Roebuck said she hopes the Thought Force’s plan will also have a big impact.

“I think it’s a good starting point,” she said. “When you can’t improve, is when you don’t start.”

Wellman-Roebuck said she hoped the “poverty tzar” will provide leadership to make sure the plan is implemented. She also hoped that there are evaluations Wellman-Roebuck made to assess the progress of the plan.

Shalom Project Executive Director Lynn Brown said Shalom advocated for its Circles programs at the World Cafe meetings. Circles teams people living in poverty with allies who have resources, which was among the recommendations in the Thought Force’s report.

Shalom offers a variety of services to help those in need like a food pantry and medical clinic. Brown said poverty has remained a persistent problem in the city and he was glad to see a push to get the community involved in the solution. He hoped the plan’s implementation will emphasize action and community engagement.

“To me, the most key thing is to really engage in the communities where they are going to implement some of the ideas, really make sure the community buys in,” said Brown.

The city has already passed a commitment to the plan. It will also go before the county commissioners and groups like the United Way. Currently, the Thought Force and city staff are looking at ways to implement the plan, including the creation of a “poverty tzar” position.

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New shopping center OK’d despite traffic concerns T H E C H R ON I C LE

MARCH 9, 2017

BY TODD LUCK THE CHRONICLE

A busy part of town will get even busier as zoning for another large shopping center near Hanes Mall was approved by the City Council.

The council unanimously approved rezoning of 11 acres on the north side of Burke Mill Road between Stratford and Griffith Roads for Texasbased developer Levcor Inc. to build a $24 million shopping center there. The businesses it’ll house are expected to create 300 to 400 permanent jobs and have $40 million in sales annually. A point of controversy is that it will make traffic in the area even worse. It’s estimated the center will generate 8,857 trips a day.

Jean Thomas, the president of Charlestowne Homeowners Assocation,

described the gridlock and difficulty getting in and out of places on the high traffic roads around her community, which is off Burke Mill. She was concerned that her section of Burke Mill would become a shortcut to the new shopping center for drivers coming off Silas Creek Parkway.

“I think you have to

take into consideration the traffic on Burke Mill Road and the amount of residential areas you’ve got,” she said.

The City Council members expressed sympathy for traffic concerns, many saying that they avoid certain roads or intersections in that area normally.

City Council Member John Larson, who repre-

sents the Southwest Ward that contains the area, called it a “difficult case.”

He said Burke Mill has already become a shortcut for those tired of fighting traffic on Hanes Mall Boulevard.

Larson and the other council members said they supported the rezoning because the developer plans to mitigate the traffic

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issues immediately around the center. The rezoning was delayed from last month to give the developer time to respond to the city’s suggestions on its site plan.

“They have made a remarkable attempt to address the traffic problems in the Griffith area, Burke Mill and Fronts Street areas,” said Larson.

The plan includes widening lanes, adding a stoplight at one entrance on Burke Mill, lane alignments to divert traffic away from Burke Mill to Stratford, buffer zones, and green space for better sight lines and aesthetic appearance. Larson said this was better than waiting for the land to be developed in a piecemeal fashion without those improvements.

Even with proposed improvements, the center will create more traffic in the area, according to a

presentation given to the council. Intersections that were already graded “F” on traffic flow will have even longer traffic delays.

A Griffith exit will send drivers to an intersection with Hanes Mall that has a high accident rate, but city and state transportation departments are hoping to change that by making it a right turn only intersection.

To help deal with traffic issues, Larson proposed a broad traffic study of the Burke Mill area, from Stratford to Silas Creek, which the council approved unanimously. He also proposed a traffic light at the intersection of Griffith and Frontis.

Larson withdrew the proposal after City Council Member Robert Clark objected to it. Clark said he wanted to wait for the results of the traffic study.

Central Library, which is scheduled to open in July.

It will sell coffee and other beverages, wrapped snacks and bakery items. The county will lease 285 square feet for 5 percent of the commissary’s gross sales, but not to exceed $1,000 in any one month.

Commissioners will also need to approve payment for extra voting equipment that Forsyth County Board of Elections rented after early voting was extended last year due to the state voter ID law and its abbreviated early voting period being overturned by an appeals court.

The BOE rented additional 110 voting machines and equipment from the Owen G. Dunn Company, which

cost the county $55,748.63.

Monday will also be the current board’s first business meeting without Commissioner Walter Marshall, who died on Feb. 22. The Forsyth County Democratic Party will be voting to fill his seat on March 14.

Universal recycling and garbage service for the unincorporated areas of the county was not on Monday’s agenda as of last week, but commissioners may hear about it during today’s (March 9) briefing.

The county is close to voting on the measure, which was one of the many issues Marshall had championed over the years.

Commissioners to vote on land, electric car charging stations

BY TODD LUCK THE CHRONICLE

Land acquisition for a school bond project and the county’s first electric car charging stations are among the items county commissioners plan to take action on during their March 13 meeting.

County commissioners will be voting on several measures that will allow the WinstonSalem/Forsyth County School Board to purchase land around Paisley IB Magnet School. The land will be part of a project from the 2016 school bonds for a replacement school for Paisley that’ll expand its capacity from 627 students to 1,027 stu-

dents. A new Lowrance Middle School will be built on the same campus.

Lowrance is a special needs school currently housed at Atkins Academic and Technology High School due to toxicity concerns at its old campus.

The school board has already approved the bid process for construction on the project.

“It’ll be advertised starting Sunday and the bids will be due back somewhere around March or the first of April,” Assistant Superintendent Darrell Walker told commissioners at a briefing last week.

Also included on the list for next week are the first charging stations for

County commissioners will vote to acquire land around Paisley IB Magnet school for a bond project that’ll build a replacement school with a new Lowrance Middle School beside it. electric cars at a county stations at each library. The facility, which will be at county could charge for the the new Clemmons and electricity used by drivers Kernersville libraries. Both at the stations. libraries are projects from In another library bond the 2010 library bond. project, the commissioners County commissioners will also vote to allow will vote Monday on Coffee Park, which is accepting a $10,000 grant owned by Tommy Priest, to from Duke Energy operate a commissary in Carolinas for two charging the newly renovated Photo by Todd Luck

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Candidates show democracy still works in area

The Forsyth County Democratic Party next week will be voting on candidates to fill vacant seats. One vacant seat is that of the late Walter Marshall on the Forsyth County Board of Commisioners. The other vacant seat is on the Forsyth County Board of Elections.

The Board of Elections seat is vacant because the person who filled it, Flemming El-Amin, resigned to run for the other vacant seat: Mr. Marshall’s seat.

At least one other person has come forth to run for the County Board of Commisioners. Tony Burton, who owns the child development center known as Mudpies, also wants to fill Mr. Marshall’s seat. (See story on page A1.)

Mr. El-Amin would make a good choice based on his qualifications. And he has spoken truth to power, like Mr. Marshall, while on the Board of Elections.

Susan Campbell, former Forsyth County Democratic Party chairwoman, is seeking the seat that was held by Mr. El-Amin.

It is uplifting to see that democracy still draws people to serve their communities in these times.

These might not be the only candidates, but at least there are choices. That’s the democratic way.

GUEST EDITORIAL

Foster care crisis needs influx of money, families

Foster care for abused, neglected and dependent children is in a ``state of crisis'' in North Carolina, according to state officials and others studying the issue.

Ideally, foster care finds good homes on a temporary basis for youngsters and teens who cannot live with their own families for a variety of reasons – homelessness, parent illness or alcohol and drug abuse.

For the past few years, however, the number of children needing foster care has grown far faster than the number of families willing to take them.

The Children's Home Society, the nonprofit that oversees most foster placements in North Carolina, reports it had nearly 3,000 referrals last year, but only 364 new families to take them. Since 2011, the number of North Carolina children in foster care has grown from 11,000 to 15,000.

What's going on? As with all social problems, the causes are complicated, but a few issues stand out.

One of them, according to many officials, is the much-ballyhooed opioid epidemic. Roughly 40 percent of children entering the foster care system are there because of parents' substance abuse, a percentage that's grown in recent years.

Also, funds for in-home services, such as monitoring or counseling _ which provide an alternative to foster care in many case _ have been cut in recent years, largely due to reduced federal funding.

Meanwhile, nobody gets rich in the foster care business. Foster parents are compensated, but the rates are typically less than $500 per month for children aged 5 and younger and not much more than $600 per month for teenagers.

Money can solve some of these problems. The Duke Endowment is to be commended for its recent four-year, $3.7 million grant to the Children's Home Society. Let's hope that other foundations and corporations follow its lead.

The General Assembly, meanwhile, should strongly consider making up former funding levels for social service agencies working with troubled families. We have a budget surplus at the moment, so it's a good time.

In the end, however, what's needed are more stable, open-hearted couples willing to offer a haven to a child in trouble. Call the Children's Home Society at 1-800-632-1400 or visit www.chsnc.org to help.

We can't think of a higher calling.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Tell lawmakers to reject dangerous constitutional amendment To the Editor:

The N.C. Senate will consider a constitutional amendment this week that would seriously limit our state’s ability to meet the needs of its residents and build thriving communities. Your lawmakers need to hear from you today that this is the wrong choice for North Carolina, today and in the future.

This proposal to change our Constitution should not be passed.

TAKE ACTION NOW at http://action.ncjustice.org/p/dia/actio n3/common/public/?action_KEY=2 0140.

SB75 would change the state constitution to permanently freeze income tax rates in North Carolina.

In order to keep funding vital public services, lawmakers will likely raise the sales tax or fees, which will eat into middle class families’ paychecks and financially strand those who are struggling to get by.

This constitutional amendment is essentially a giveaway to millionaires that will just keep in place the heavy tax load carried by middleand working-class families. The income tax cuts the policymakers have passed since 2013 gave the wealthy the biggest breaks, at the expense of the rest of the state. Now that they are fully phased in as of January 1, those income tax cuts will reduce annual revenue by $2 billion.

This flawed legislative proposal to change the state Constitution cannot pass.

Under this constitutional amendment scheme, lawmakers would continue to underfund schools, roads, public health and parks. They would also likely have to: *Push greater responsibility to local governments for funding public schools and teachers, or raising property taxes. *Raise the sales tax to offset the lost revenue. [The North Carolina (NC) state sales tax rate is currently 4.75%. Depending on local municipalities, the total tax rate can be as high as 7.5%. ] *Eliminate income tax deductions that working-class , middleclass and fixed income North

Carolina families currently receive.

We elect our legislators to make North Carolina a stronger state – not to lock in tax giveaways to millionaires. Tell your lawmakers not to amend our state constitution to benefit the powerful at the expense of the rest of us.

North Carolina Justice Center Raleigh

Trump’s new executive order remains divisive To the Editor:

Some of the details of the executive order may have been repackaged, but the intent and effect remain the same. President Trump has again ordered a Muslim ban that is inconsistent with our values and our Constitution.

If the order is allowed to take effect, it will have disastrous consequences for American foreign policy, national security, and immigrant and American families.

While express reference to religious minorities has been removed in this rewritten version, the order is clearly intended to target Muslims.

Some tweaks to the text cannot undo President Trump’s well publicized campaign promises to ban Muslims nor his damaging rhetoric, nor can it erase the fact that all six countries identified are majority Muslim countries.

As we saw with the Administration’s first attempt to institute a ban, this policy will cause confusion, separate families, and prevent businesses, universities, and hospitals from bringing in essential personnel. It also slams the door on the world’s most vulnerable people, shutting down the U.S. refugee program even though the program requires more extensive vetting than any other U.S. immigration channel.

Equally important, the revised order makes us less safe. As with the prior order, the revised order diminishes our standing with allies and will likely serve as a recruiting tool for terrorist groups. Indeed, two recently leaked DHS [Department of Homeland Security] intelligence reports conclude that citizenship is a poor threat indicator and that few people from targeted countries have

been involved in terrorism-related activities in the United States.

This order is another short-sighted and dangerous policy based on the inflammatory rhetoric that this Administration has made its cornerstone. We continue to stand united in our opposition to these efforts to divide us, and pledge to work together to reject intolerance, discrimination, and hate however and wherever we can – whether in our communities, in Congress, or in the Courts.

U.S. Reps. John Conyers Jr. (MI-13), Dan Kildee (MI-5), Debbie Dingell (MI-12) and Brenda Lawrence (MI-14) Washington, D.C.

Note: On March 6, President Trump issued a revised version of his original executive order drastically altering the U.S. refugee and visa system.

Cooper’s budget is a step in the right direction To the Editor:

Governor Cooper has laid out a vision that serves as a positive step toward a higher quality of life for more North Carolinians and communities while seeking to reclaim our national reputation as a state committed to building opportunities and an economy for all.

Governor Cooper could have made even greater progress toward realizing the goal of a thriving North Carolina if his decisions weren’t constrained by the tax cuts that have primarily benefited the wealthy and profitable corporations since 2013.

To sustain and build upon the Governor’s first steps toward building a thriving North Carolina, it will be critical that all of our state leaders commit to ensuring the tax code is able to meet the state’s long-term needs and doesn’t continue to ask more from those living on middle and low incomes.

Alexandra F. Sirota Budget & Tax Center Director Raleigh

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Acknowledging unprecedented support for HBCUs Ben Chavis

Guest Columnist

The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. routinely would remind those of us who worked for the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) during the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s about the vital importance of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

As we celebrated Black History Month 2017, Dr. King’s admonition concerning the enduring need for HBCUs should be reaffirmed every month.

Dr. King once emphasized, “The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to

think critically. Intelligence plus character – that is the goal of true education.” Dr. King was a graduate scholar of one of the leading HBCUs, Morehouse College, in Atlanta, Georgia. He was not only an intellectual genius and spiritual leader, but also had an enormous moral character that kept SCLC’s leadership on the front-line of civil rights social transformation.

There should be no rational debate about the contemporary necessity to support the sustainability of the nation’s HBCUs. Yet, we do live in times where too many people have been misled to lean on the unfortunate and unstable walls of irrationality, divisiveness and the absence of truth.

As we continue to posit and emphasize, there is a glaring need to demand intellectual honesty in all matters pertaining to the pursuit of freedom, justice,

equality and empowerment for Black America and all others who struggle to improve the quality of life for all humanity. When it comes to the crucial funding of HBCUs, this is a matter that transcends the partisan divide between the left and the right.

Truth is nonpartisan.

Truth is therapeutic.

Substantial efforts to increase higher education opportunities for Black Americans and others should not get mired down in contradictory and selfdefeating political discourse.

March 16 will mark the 190th anniversary of the Black Press in America since the first publication of “Freedom’s Journal” on March 16, 1827 in New York City. Honesty, integrity, and publishing the truth without fear of consequence have been the hallmarks of the Black Press in the United States for nearly two centuries.

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Winston-Salem State University is one of the Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

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We have neither reluctance nor hesitation, therefore, to acknowledge the strategic and unprecedented support that the Charles Koch Foundation and Koch Industries have given to Historically Black Colleges and Universities via the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) and Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF).

Recently, one of the single largest financial contributions to TMCF, $25.6 million, was made by the Charles Koch Foundation and Koch Industries. These funds are dedicated to establish and develop TMCF’s Center for Advancing Opportunity.

“This is a momentous partnership,” stated Dr. Johnny C. Taylor, Thurgood Marshall College Fund’s president and chief executive officer.

“Historically Black Colleges and Universities are uniquely positioned to lead the field in this type of

research. There are thousands of fragile communities across the United States where there are tremendous barriers to opportunity. It’s important to recognize that lasting change to strengthen these communities must begin at the local level. So, we are proud to come together with the Charles Koch Foundation and Koch Industries to help members of these communities identify and study the challenges most significant to them.”

The proposed Center for Advancing Opportunity will focus on education, criminal justice, entrepreneurship and other issues the affect the quality of life in African-American communities. The center also will create research think tanks on HBCU campuses, provide academic scholarships, establish graduate fellowships and render

grants to selected HBCU faculty members.

As a proud graduate of the flagship HBCU Howard University, I have witnessed firsthand the advantages and enormous value of primary research accomplished by Howard and other HBCU centers of research power, ingenuity and innovation. The proposed TMCF Center for Advancing Opportunity is a welcomed development that the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) salutes and applauds forthrightly.

Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr. is the President and CEO of the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) and can be reached at dr.bchavis@nnpa.org.

Find the adults and get them in the room Trump attacks others, Tom from the Pope to Gold Star Hastings families, on a routine basis, often based on no evidence, exaggerated claims, and he Guest claims trends based on cherColumnist ry-picked cases that are in fact anomalous. Some of his attacks flow from his hypocritical assumption that he, a rich boy who inherited a fortune, gets to have pretty much everything. If he can’t earn it honestly, he uses dishonesty because, in his mind, the ends justify the means. Other times he just needs to redirect our attention.

I keep wondering when the adult supervision will appear. Congress is dominated by the lesser versions of the hyper-entitled Trump, with a few fine members like Barbara Lee, John Lewis, Earl Blumenauer, and Cory Booker in the minority. Turns out the only real powerful

check on the abuse doled out daily by Trump is you. You and your friends. You, your friends, and me. Civil society.

We are the last hope because we failed to be the first hope. We did not pay close enough attention to the endless obligatory need to self-educate, to help our communities learn what they need to know, to empower each other from the bottom-up, and to keep the “deciders” from making poor decisions. We tend to think in terms of outsourcing—it’s our logical hope, after all, that since we are good people who pay attention to the details that make our businesses and service institutions work well for people, that we should be able to count on those we hire by our votes.

Turns out we cannot count on them. We will either ramp up our civil society ongoing involvement in monitoring our elected officials or we will continue down this descending spiral toward autocracy, hate, violence, and revenge. It will cost us everything, literally.

Congress is a den of thieves. We see rich white men serving each other’s agendas far too often, with only a slight bit of meaningful oversight from civil society.

Resisting Trump’s militarization

Not surp r i s i n g l y, activists are daunted by the lightning-paced Guest dismantling Columnist of civil rights and social justice that President Trump has authorized in barely more than one month in office.

Trump’s orders on immigration, private prisons, state’s laws on marijuana legalization, use of neutral bathrooms by transgender youth, and so many more are indeed deeply troubling.

But perhaps the biggest concern is the proposed increased militarism, which will without a doubt come at the expense of social services and foreign aid.

Although the specifics are yet to be released, Trump has pledged to expand the military while cutting the budgets of various other federal agencies.

In a speech at the Conservative Political Action Conference, Trump pledged to oversee “one of the greatest

Laura Finley

military buildups in American history,” and recent proposals show his inclination to increase defense and security spending by $54 billion while cutting roughly the same amount elsewhere.

Trump chief strategist Stephen Bannon said recently that one of the main goals of the administration was the “deconstruction of the administrative state.” In conversations since taking office and on the campaign trail, Trump has pledged not to touch entitlement programs like Social Security, which means dramatic reductions to the Environmental Protection Agency, the National Endowment for the Humanities, the State Department, food stamps, Department of Justice-administered Violence Against Women (VAWA) grants, and more.

Trump claims that such cuts reflect the nation’s priorities, but it seems as though that statement is part of the alternative-fact universe the president loves to critique.

Foreign aid represents approximately 1 percent of federal outlays, while funding to the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (which the administration says should be privatized) and the National Endowments

Now comes a President Spoiled Brat. He is not a selfmade person; at least one study showed that if Trump had simply invested his inheritance in a decent mutual fund he would have several $billion more than he currently has in his net worth. Even amongst that class of people born on third base who thinks they hit a triple he is scornworthy.

When anyone is outclassed by George W. Bush it says volumes, and Trump is.

How can we fix this? I’m hoping we can start impeaching and not stop until we get to someone worthy of the job. Get Trump testifying to the Senate, to joint committees, to special prosecutors—I guarantee he will lie and can then be impeached. But beyond that, we really need to do much more collaborative thinking, dialog, and action from the grassroots to reconcile, to serve everyone’s need and no one’s greed, and to take far more responsibility than a simple ballot every election cycle. If democracy isn’t participatory it isn’t decent democracy.

Tom H. Hastings is Founding Director of PeaceVoice.

for the Arts and Humanities make up .02 percent of federal spending. So, the cuts Trump has mentioned are not nearly enough to recoup the $54 billion he wants to spend on the military. Clearly, more programs and initiatives are on the chopping block.

Claiming that he intends to build a military bigger and stronger than ever before, Trump said. “Hopefully we'll never have to use it, but nobody's going to mess with us, folks. Nobody.” His blowhard rhetoric while he defunds programs that assist our allies does nothing to convince those who despise the U.S. that we are changing our ways. Rather, as is evidenced by the increase in hate crimes reported after the election, this tough-guy mentality merely serves to embolden the lunatic fringe and to stifle dialogue and collaboration.

Cuts to the federal VAWA grants have been recommended by the right-wing Heritage Foundation, which sees them as a misuse of federal funds despite evidence that domestic violence decreased 64 percent after the VAWA was first enacted in 1994. Similarly, cuts to the EPA will result

in further environmental damage by corporations yet zero accountability for it.

Cuts to the arts and humanities will do nothing to create a more accepting and peaceful world. Reducing funds for food stamps means that even more Americans, the vast majority of whom are working long hours for little pay, will struggle to feed their families. More children will go to school hungry, unable to learn because their tummies rumble. All this while the U.S. already has a military bigger than the next 15 countries combined.

We must resist this militarization with all our might. Our tax dollars are at work here, and as such, the public should say what we want to prioritize. Please tell your elected officials that you want more money devoted to a peaceful and more just world, rather than one in which those with the most military might prevail.

Laura Finley, Ph.D., teaches in the Barry University Department of Sociology & Criminology and is syndicated by PeaceVoice.

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S.G. Atkins Community Development Cooperation held a ribbon cutting ceremony to mark the completion of their first home in Ridgewood Place and neighborhood where they plan to fill 50 vacant lots with affordable homes.

S.G. Atkins CDC revitalizing housing stock

BY TEVIN STINSON THE CHRONICLE

Last weekend S.G. Atkins Community Development Cooperation took the first steps toward revitalizing the housing stock in the Ridgewood Place neighborhood, located in the southern portion of the city.

Since 2001 S.G. Atkins has leveraged resources from the Department of Housing and Urban Development and the City of Winston-Salem to build single-family homes around the city.

During a ribbon cutting ceremony for the first of 50 new homes that will be built in the neighborhood, S.G. Atkins Director

Photo by Tevin Stinson

Carol Davis said this is just the beginning.

After taking a few years to focus on small business development in the area, Davis said they are now refocusing on getting people into affordable homes.

“I’m excited about moving forward as quickly as possible,” said Davis. “This is our first home since 2008, but we’re looking forward to getting back in the swing of things.”

New homeowner Pamela Lillard said after searching for a home for years that met her needs, S.G. Atkins helped her dream come true. She said, “This is my happily ever after.”

Rep. Terry supports measure to increase hate crime penalty

BY CASH MICHAELS FOR THE CHRONICLE

State House District 71 Rep. Evelyn Terry is backing a measure that, if passed by the Republican-

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led state legislature, would make women, and members of the LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered) community a “protected” class in the state, something the GOP majority that is still fighting repeal of their HB 2 “bathroom law” against transgendered North Carolinians, may not be in favor of.

The primary sponsor of the measure, better known as HB 152 – “Hate Crime/Increase Scope and Penalty,” is Rep. Rodney Moore (D-Mecklenburg).

The bill is designed “… to create the criminal offense of felonious assault as a hate crime, to expand the population protected by current misdemeanor hate crimes, and to amend the

aggravating factor regarding hate crimes to include persons targeted due to gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability.”

Currently, the bill is in House Judiciary III Committee.

According to the bill, “gender identity” is defined as “actual or perceived gender-related characteristics.”

“Anyone who, because of the actual or perceived race, color, religion, nationality country of origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability of another person, assaults that person and inflicts serious bodily injury to the person or attempts to assault that person and inflict serious bodily injury to the person is guilty of committing the offense of felonious assault as a hate crime,” the measure states.

It goes further to classify the offense as a Class E felony, which is serious, if death results, or includes kidnapping, first degree forcible rape, second degree forcible rape, first degree forcible sexual offense or second degree forcible offense.

If passed, the act becomes effective December 1, 2017, and applies to offenses committed on or after that date.”

The Chronicle sought comment from Rep. Terry, and the N.C. American Civil Liberties Union of North Carolina about HB 152 for this story. Rep. Terry did not respond by

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deadline this week, and a spokesperson for the N.C. ACLU said they were not familiar enough with the bill to comment.

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Reynolds player excels on lacrosse field Also More Stories, Religion and Classifieds

BY TIMOTHY RAMSEY THE CHRONICLE

Each year more and more African-Americans are branching out to sports outside of football, basketball and track and field. Sports such as tennis, golf, soccer and lacrosse are gaining more interest from AfricanAmerican youth.

Trejon Cannon is a junior lacrosse player at R.J. Reynolds High School.

He has been playing the sport for the past seven years. He says he started playing the game because of the fun of the game and the fact he is able to meet a lot of people.

“I love the game and it’s a lot of fun,” Cannon said. “It has elements of football, basketball and soccer when it comes to the plays and picks and it’s a very fast paced game. I love the chemistry I have with my team-

mates and I love the guys on the team.”

Money Cannon, Trejon's mother, said when her son first came to her about playing lacrosse, she did not know what the sport was. She says her family was typically into sports like football and track, so when lacrosse was brought up by her son, she switched gears.

“I am a crazy lacrosse mom but I try to settle myself because lacrosse fans are a little more modest than most football fans,” said Ms. Cannon.

“I have grown to love the game, especially since it’s been so good to Trejon.”

Reynolds defensive coach George Costas says that Trejon has good grades in the classroom and a high character.

“He is a wonderful leader on our

team and leads by example,” Costas said. “He always gives 100 percent, whether it's in practice or in the game.

“When it comes to playing on the collegiate level, I think he has opportunities from his physical abilities; it’s just a matter of his desire and commitment. I think TC has the ability to play, it’s just a matter of what opportunities open up for him,” Costas said.

Forsyth County District Attorney Jim O'Neill serves as head coach for the Demon lacrosse team. He says Cannon is a determined and hard working young man. He says Trejon is also polite and respectful when dealing with the coaches.

“He is one of the fastest players we have had the pleasure of coaching here at Reynolds,” said O'Neill. “He

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Trejon Cannon is a defensive midfielder for the Demon Varsity lacrosse team.

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Rashid Hines, No. 22 in red, goes up for a layup while being defended by Zalinor Banks, No. 6 in blue.

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BY TIMOTHY RAMSEY THE CHRONICLE

The Winston-Salem Certified basketball team opened up 2017 play in the East Coast Basketball League with a statement victory against the Petersburg Cavaliers Saturday night at the Salem Baptist Christian School gym. The Certified were down by as many as 10 in the first quarter but bounced back to win 119-107.

(Winston-Salem Certified offers a venue for basketball talent in the area who may have been overlooked by

professional or college scouts.)

Getting off to a slow start offensively, the Certified struggled making shots leading to their double figure deficit in the first quarter. With only seven healthy players available to play Saturday night, the Certified had little room for error.

As the game progressed the Certified began to click offensively while also turning up the intensity on the defensive end getting critical stops at critical moments.

The game went back and forth throughout the second half, but the Certified pulled away late to earn the victo-

W-S Prep football players get full ride to Fayetteville State

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It’s the dream of all high school football players to make it to the collegiate level to play football. That dream came true for two Winston-Salem Prep Academy players last week as they will play for the Broncos of Fayetteville State next season.

Brandon Miller and Nijay Patterson signed their letter of intent to play for the Broncos on Thursday, March 2. Coaches, fellow players from the team and family members were on hand to watch the young men sign.

Phoenix football head coach Lamont Scales says he couldn't have been more proud of the young men. He says they have been hard working young men since he met them in 2013.

“They put in the work, and everything is now coming to fruition due to their hard work and dedication,” Scales said. “The Number One thing I expect them to do is to graduate from college. This was a collaborative effort and we are very proud of them.”

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“For the first game of the year and us not having everyone available and not getting ample practice time you have to be happy to be able to come out with a win,” said Charles Thomas, Certified head coach. “Everybody had to fight and play additional minutes and do things they aren't accustomed to doing, but it was a total team effort and everyone stepped up.”

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Brandon Miller puts his “John Hancock” on his letter of intent to Fayetteville State with (from left to right) assistant coach David Pearson, mother Sharon Miller and head coach Lamont Scales

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Trejon Cannon, right, a standout player for the Reynolds lacrosse team, poses with his mother, Money Cannon.

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creates a lot of problems for the defense in terms of just being able to keep up with him. Trejon's work ethic is among the best and all the hard work, effort and time he has put into the sport over the years looks like it may be paying off as he has drawn some interest from some colleges.

“The prospect of him playing in college is a reality. When you see someone who works so hard and has put in the time you cant help but be happy for them to see

that it may finally pay off,” O'Neill said.

O'Neill says that Cannon is beloved by all of his teammates and has the ability to make everyone laugh with his one-liners.

He says he projects Cannon to be a defensive midfielder in college but as his offensive game develops, he expects him to be used there as well.

Cannon currently is looking to either attend the University of Richmond or Virginia Tech. He says he expects his team to come home with the state championship at the end of the season.

Trejon Cannon, No. 15 in white, has been playing lacrosse for the last seven years and projects to play at the Division I level in college.

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Certified guard Antonio Robinson, No. 0 in blue, looks to blow past his defender for an easy layup in their game against the Cavaliers.

Nijay Patterson hugs his mom before he signs his letter of intent to play for Fayetteville State.

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because we didn't know what to expect. For the guys to come out and play the way they played was big.”

Thomas spoke very highly of Marcus Brown for his defense, clutch shooting and leadership out on the court. He also said Stephen Higgins played big for his team. He calls Higgins the “glue guy” for the Certified.

The Cavaliers put on a good show for the crowd.

Earl Gee, Jamar Cooper and Tommie Starks all played well and kept the Cavs in the game. Cavalier head coach Kyle Dixon says he felt his team played well at certain points in the game but felt they could have played better.

“I think we could have played better defense and they out rebounded us and their hustle was incredible throughout the entire game,” Dixon said. “Their coaching staff did a great job getting them prepared especially with the little things. They were more prepared than we were.”

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of Cooper who is a newcomer on the team. About Cooper he said, “Cooper is an outstanding basketball player and plays with a very level head. He is consistent throughout every game and has been that way on every level. All the hard work he put into his game showed tonight.”

Dixon says they will take this loss and learn from it. He says ironically enough they lost to the Certified in the first game last season. He says he knows they will get better as the season progresses and “represent the people of Petersburg” well.

Thomas says this was a good sign that his team was able to get this win while playing somewhat shorthanded. He says once they get back to full strength, they can really show the league what his team is made of.

“We are a gritty team and we play tough, Thomas went on to say. “A team will always have lapses but you just have to pull it together and sometimes you have those spurts where it looks like magic out on the court.

Nijay Patterson signs his letter while surrounded by (from left to right) assistant coach David Pearson, mother Folonia Patterson and head coach Lamont Scales.

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ble. He said he knows that if you put in the hard work you can reap the benefits.

“I am just grateful for the opportunity to just go down there and play,” Patterson continued. “I am more than proud and I proved to myself that whatever I put my mind to I can accomplish. When I get there, I expect nothing but greatness and to just build off of what I have started here at Prep.”

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Patterson, said, “I'm ecstatic, blessed and overcome with joy. I expect for him to give it his all, perform on the field and to keep God first and to study hard.”

For Brandon Miller, he says he was relieved to obtain a scholarship from a college. He says he was having a hard time finding a school that wanted him but once he visited Fayetteville State, he was drawn there.

“I'm very proud of myself because I put a lot of hard work into this,” Miller said. “After four years my dream is finally coming true.

When I get there I expect excellence because anything less is unacceptable.”

Sharon Miller, Brandon's mother, added “I am just so proud of him. He has been a wonderful kid ever since kindergarten. The classroom is first and I know football is his passion but he knows the classroom is most important.”

Assistant football coach David Pearson said he couldn't be happier for Patterson and Miller. He says, “With good grades, good things happen.”

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(Below) Operators from Vulcan Material Company place a spirit rock on the front lawn of Carver High School on Monday, March 6.

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After a lot of planning, organizing, and determination, Carver High School officials, teachers and students can finally say they have not one but two spirit rocks. On Monday morning, operators from Vulcan Material Company dropped off the two boulders that each weigh more than 10,000 pounds.

One rock was placed on the front lawn and the other near the gym and football stadium. Senior Adrianna

Thacker said she feels proud to know that she is part of the class that started a new tradition at the school. Each year seniors will paint the rock to represent their class.

Thacker mentioned that members of the Class of 2017 will be putting their hand prints on the rock before they graduate later this year.

“The fact that we get to leave a legacy behind and start a new tradition is very special to me,” Thacker said.

During the ceremony, students, faculty, teachers and even some alumni took pictures of the giant rocks as the marching band performed. Business education teacher

(Left) Principal Travis Taylor takes a photo with students in front the new spirit rock at Carver High School earlier this week.

Dwayne Tillman, who was the driving force behind the project, said the project was a result of a great partnership with Vulcan and the students enrolled in the Academy of Hospitality and Tourism.

When asked what it will be like a decade from now when she returns to the school and looks at the giant rock on the front lawn, Mitzi Pastrana said, “I will look back on this day and remember that we started this tradition to give students more school spirit.

“It feels good to know that we started something that will last a long time here at Carver,” Pastrana said.

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The Arts Council of Winston-Salem and Forsyth County has appointed 10 new members to its board of trustees. They will serve three-year terms.

They are:

*Nigel Alston is executive director of the N.C. Black Repertory Company.

*Fred Jorgenson is executive vice president, general counsel and secretary for Inmar. Prior to joining Inmar, he served as Vice President and General Counsel of AuthenTec as the company transitioned from a venturebacked start-up to a publicly traded industry leader. He is a member of the bar in North Carolina, Florida, and Massachusetts. *Michael Kelley is the dean of the School of Design and Production at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts and an alumnus. He is an Emmy Award-winning art director and set decorator and has achieved success as a senior producer and principal designer on Broadway, in regional theatre, television, film and themed entertainment.

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*Paula McCoy is the executive director for Neighbors for Better Neighborhoods, a neighborhood support organization that connects people, strengthens voices, and leverages resources with community to create safe, just and self-determined neighborhoods. Previous positions include Operations Manager for Guiding Institute for Developmental Education; President, NC Minority Support Center; and CEO, Generations Community Credit Union.

*Allison Norton-Rimron is vice president, Innerwear Finance at Hanesbrands. The Innerwear segment is Hanesbrands largest with over $2.5B in revenue. She has more than 20 years of finance experience leading Shared Service integrations, Supply Chain Finance and FP&A, as well as broader roles leading strategic project management and process improvement efforts. *Connie Quinn is Executive Director for Twin City Stage. She previously was Director of Development and Advancement at Southeastern Center for Contemporary Art (SEECA) and held a similar position at Piedmont Opera. *Sarah Roof is corporate communications coordinator for Krispy Kreme Doughnut Corporation. Previously, she worked at Boston’s ABC affiliate on the assignment desk

Police Department recruits during ACC Tournament SPECIAL TO THE CHRONICLE

The Winston-Salem Police Department is launching its spring recruiting campaign with a series of television ads that will air on WFMY during the ACC Tournament, which ends on Saturday, March 11, with the championship game.

The ads are the high-profile part of a campaign that will also include targeted Internet advertising through Facebook and Google.

The department has booked 14 30-second ads spread to run the first three days of the tournament, said Ed McNeal, the city’s director of Marketing and Communications, who helped put the campaign together.

Four different spots will be aired: Three to recruit police officers and one to recruit 911 operators.

“These spots have the potential to be seen by 1.6 million people,” McNeal said.

“With that sort of exposure, we expect these ads will be seen by a lot of prospec-

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tive recruits, and by a lot of people who may know someone interested in a career in law enforcement.”

Complementing the broad reach of the television ads will be sponsored Facebook posts that will be sent to the Facebook feeds of people who have indicated an interest in being a police officer, as well as digital ads that will show up in their browsers when they are online.

The Police Department is spending just over $10,000 for the campaign.

The TV spots are posted at these links: WSPD Rescue: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SYza aKBkHTM WSPD Montgomery Profile: https://youtu.be/g6cf7hn3nDw WSPD Dorn Profile: https://youtu.be/cwwNmM7lcFQ 911 Operator: https://youtu.be/KWek_P2tbZ8

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*Christina Soriano is associate professor of dance at Wake Forest University where she teaches Modern Dance Technique, Improvisation, Dance Composition, a first year seminar about dance and film, and a collaborative course with a chemistry colleague entitled Movement and the Molecular. Soriano’s choreography has been featured throughout NC and New England, in New York, and in Vienna, Austria.

*Michael L. Suggs is the president of the Goler Community Development Corporation, a faith-based community development corporation that is revitalizing an industrial area of downtown Winston-Salem into a mixed use and multicultural community. Previously, he was the Senior Director of Public Affairs for RJ Reynolds responsible for the company’s outreach to its numerous constituent organizations. *Eric Swaim is a co-owner of Hoots Roller Bar & Beer Company. Swaim studied film and creative writing at UNCW and has spent much of his life performing as a songwriter and fronting bands such as; Love Craft, Honey Rider and Motorist. In addition to being an entrepreneur, Swaim serves as a board member and project lead for Art Nouveau Winston-Salem.

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Winston-Salem State’s nursing graduates achieve near-perfect licensure rate The Division of Nursing at Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) is celebrating continued success, as its baccalaureate graduates have achieved a nearperfect pass rate on their licensure exams. WSSU’s 105 Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) 2016 graduates earned a 94 percent first-time pass rate on the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN), according to results released recently by the North Carolina Board of Nursing. The percentage well exceeds the state and national pass rate averages for BSN graduates. WSSU is the fourth largest producer of baccalaureate degree nurses in North Carolina. The Division of Nursing, part of WSSU’s School of Health Sciences, offers a variety of paths for students seeking a bachelor’s degree.

Novant Health now offering living wage In addition to its dedication to providing compassionate care and service, Novant Health is committed to offering competitive compensation and benefits packages. As part of this commitment, Novant Health is implementing a minimum wage based on local costs of living over and above the state-mandated minimum wage, commonly referred to as a living wage. Novant Health will have two living wages to compensate for local costs of living: one for North Carolina and one for Northern Virginia. The living wage for team members working in North Carolina will be $11. This change benefits about 2,000 team members in North Carolina and 350 team members in Virginia.

Winston Salem annual bulky item pick-up begins The city’s annual bulky item pick-up began this week and will run through Sept. 1. Collection crews will go through the city street by street, collecting bulky items that garbage crews cannot accept.

Furniture, mattresses, appliances, grills, carpet, old toys, and lawn furniture can all be set out. The city cannot collect televisions, computer equipment, building materials, hazardous waste, tires, cement, cars and car parts, stumps, tanks and oil drums, fire wood or yard waste. Do not mix bulky items with yard waste, recyclables or brush. Bulky item collection is for single-family residences, not businesses or apartments. The Sanitation Division will mail post cards in advance to let homeowners know when bulky item collection will be held in their neighborhood. Crews will go through each neighborhood only once. To ensure collection, items must be at the curb by 6 a.m. the Monday of your collection week.

To find out your collection week, go to BulkyItems.CityofWS.org and click on the link for online address lookup. Residents without computer access can call CityLink at 311 or 336-727-8000 and a CityLink agent will look up the collection date. tee

Women’s Council appoints executive commit-

The Women’s Council supports the Novant Health Foundation Forsyth Medical Center and is welcoming new officers and recently appointed members to its executive committee. Officers and new members are: *Mary Anne Squire Weiss – chairwoman *Mamie Sutphin – vice chairwoman *Marge Silber – secretary *Beth Baldwin – chairwoman, philanthropy *Ginger Gallagher – chairwoman, special events and programming *Tara Brown – member *Ashley Park-Rich – member The council is an organization of nearly 125 women who want to improve the health of women in the Winston-Salem community. Its mission is to involve women in raising the standard for women’s health care and expanding health care opportunities for all women, regardless of economic circumstances.

Forsyth County commissioner attends presidential signing ceremony Gloria Whisenhunt, Forsyth CountycCommissioner and North Carolina Association of County Commissioners Board member, joined President Donald Trump and county leaders from across the country for an executive order signing ceremony at the Oval Office. The executive order requires federal agencies to review and reconsider the “Waters of the U.S.” (WOTUS) rule. The WOTUS rule would have expanded federal jurisdiction over additional waterways, imposing new regulatory requirements under the Clean Water Act. N.C. counties supported efforts led by the Whisenhunt National Association of Counties (NACo) calling for the withdraw and rewrite of the WOTUS rule due to concerns about the impact on county-owned and maintained roadside ditches, bridges, flood control channels, drainage conveyances and wastewater and stormwater systems. Counties play a significant role in implementing and enforcing federal water regulations and have urged for a more inclusive process in drafting and finalizing the rule.

Jillian L. Correia named 2017-2018 Luce Scholar Wake Forest senior Jillian L. Correia has been awarded a Luce Scholarship for 2017-2018. She is Wake Forest’s first Luce scholar in 20 years. The scholarship is a nationally competitive fellowship program created by the Henry Luce Foundation in 1974 to enhance the understanding of Asia among potential leaders in American society.

Her research focuses on political, socioeconomic and institutional factors that influCorreia ence food intake and human wellbeing. She presented her work at the ninth annual International Conference on Sociology in Athens, Greece, and the findings, published in a peerreviewed journal, serve as inspiration for schools and policy makers looking to improve lunch practices through grassroots change.

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Community Calendar Now– National Black Theatre Festival The city is seeking applications from R&B and Old School bands to play on the city’s Old School Block Party stage during this year’s National Black Theatre Festival, to be held July 31 through Aug. 5. Four bands will be booked to play Aug 3, 4 or 5. The application is posted online under the Marketing and Communications page of the city’s website, CityofWS.org. Interested bands that do not have Internet access should contact CityLink at 311 or 336-727-8000 and a CityLink agent can fill out the application over the phone.

Today, March 9 – ‘Berries in the Home Garden’ Grow berries successfully in your garden. This session will offer information on selecting and planting berries and how to achieve the best fruits. Event will be held on Friday, March 3, at 12 pm-1 pm. Free.

Registration Required: coop-ext-registration@forsyth.cc or 336-7032850, no earlier than two weeks prior to the program. Space is limited. For accommodations for persons with disabilities, please contact our office no later than five days before the event. Forsyth County Cooperative Extension is located at 1450 Fairchild Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27105.

Today, March 9 – Partners of Hope fundraiser The 14th Annual Partners in Hope will hold a fundraiser on March 9 at the Benton Convention Center, 301 W. Fifth St. This is a free event, but attendees are invited to make generous gift at the event. For reservations call 336-714-3227 or go to CCDOC.Org/Partnersinhope.

Today, March 9 – The East Winston Community The East Winston Community and 14th St. School Alumni will host a "TALK ABOUT SCHOOLS" Forum Thursday , March 9, 2017 at 6 pm at the Winston Salem Preparatory Academy Auditorium.

Inviting the East Winston Community to come out to give input. For more information, contact President Alfred Harvey @ 3364149241 or Public Relations -Marva Reid @ 336-9972519 March 10 & 11 – Understanding Community Development The community is both the means and the end of Community Development. Join us as we journey through the steps of Community Development. Here are some thing you will learn: the meaning and principles of Community Development, the components of Community Development, community mapping, how to engage groups and stakeholders and strategic planning. The event will beheld on March 10, 2017 at 6 p.m. and Saturday March 11, 2017 at 9 a.m. This is a two day training series meals are provided with registration. The event will be located at Wake Forest Biotech Place, 575 N Patterson Ave. Winston Salem, NC 27101 March 10 – Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Poet Janet Joyner will be the featured artist at Marguerite’s Coffee House, a free monthly open mic event, on Friday March 10 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4055 Robinhood Road.

Janet Joyner’s prize winning short stories and poems have appeared in numerous magazines.

Performers of all kinds are invited to contribute solo acts and participate in a group jam and audience sing-along. Contact coffeehouse@uufws.org for information about performing. A light dinner is provided Participants are welcome to bring appetizers and dessert items.

March 11 – Red H.E.A.R.R.T. Red H.E.A.R.R.T. (Help Educate And Reduce Risk Today) Initiative is sponsoring a wellness & luncheon program on Saturday, March 11 (doors will open at 10:15 for the wellness event; the luncheon begins at 11:30 am at the M.C. Benton Convention Center. It will end with an open Networking time beginning at 1:30 pm to Mix, Mingle and Connect with others. The wellness event will continue after

the luncheon and will conclude at 2:30 pm). The wellness event will feature pampering booths (i.e. neck and shoulder massages, hand massages, Make-Overs and more), health assessment booths (i.e. Body Mass Index, Blood Pressure and Sugar Glucose check), weight management booths (i.e. YWCA, New Balance), health education booths (Career Center Young Chefs, Healthy Alternatives), Vendors– and more!

Tickets will be sold on-line t and at Jewellery Unique Gifts & Accessories Store – 500 West 4th Street, Suite 101B. 336.893.5075 and www.redhearrt.com through Monday, March 6.

March 11 – The Magnificent Seniors charity ball The Magnificent Seniors Social Club of Winston Salem is celebrating its annual charity Dinner and Ball at The Hawthorne Inn and Conference Center in Winston Salem on March 11, starting at 7 p.m. We are an organization dedicated to assisting and helping our neighbors by providing financial help and volunteering in any way we can. We are a certified 501-C3 organization and all donations are tax-deductible. Profits from previous events have been donated to Hospice and Palliative Care of Winston Salem, Winston Salem State University Health Fair and used to purchase back to school supplies for children. This year we are including Home for Heroes.

March 12 – Talent Hunt program The Psi Phi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. will present its annual Talent Hunt program, Sunday March 12, at 3 p.m. The program will be held in the Anderson Center Dillard Auditorium on the campus of Winston-Salem State University.

High school students in grades 9-12 in the Forsyth County School area are encouraged to apply. Only semi-classical and classical music is permitted. The music has to be performed by instrument or vocalizing.

Applications may be obtained at www.psiphichapter.org (scroll down to bottom of page). The deadline for submitting applications for the Psi Phi Talent Hunt is Monday Feb. 27, . Please contact Emory Jones at 336655-1019 or emoryjones1@hotmail.com or Kerwin Graham at 404-388-4060 or Kerwin.graham@gmail.com.

March 13 – The Shepherd’s Center of Greater Winston-Salem The Shepherd’s Center of Greater Winston-Salem is offering a workshop for individuals turning 65 (as well as those who already have Medicare) to learn about the different insurance options available, including “Original Medicare,” Medicare prescription drug programs, Medicare supplements and Medicare Advantage plans.The session will be held on Monday, March 13, 2017 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Clemmons Branch Library, 3554 Clemmons Road, Clemmons, NC 27012. The session is provided at no cost.

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March 13, 15, 16, & 23Community Aging Conversations All are invited to join us and continue sharing your views about aging in our community. Dates and locations are: *March 13, 10-12p at Piedmont Triad Regional Council-Kernersville *March 15, 3-5p at Doubletree Hotel, 5790 University Pkwy-WS *March 16, 6-8p at Enterprise Conference Center, 1922 S. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. WS *March 23, 4-6 at Clemmons United Methodist Church, Clemmons

March 14 – Arts Education Advocacy Initiative The Parent Engagement Action Network will host its opening reception for “Expressions of Art,” an initiative on Tuesday, March 14, at Fourteenth Street Recreation Center from 1 p.m.-6 p.m. (2020 14th St. Winston-Salem).

Parents of students at Title I or Priority Schools within the W-S/FCS explore the benefits of emerging the arts into their student’s education in school, at home, and in the community. Parents will unveil their masterpiece titled, “Expressions of Art,” to the public at the reception. Families participate in art activities and learn how they can become involved.

March 15 – Kick Butts Day Tobacco Prevention Celebration Hundreds of youth and their families will enjoy food, music, vendors, prizes, a photo booth and more when they participate in the Kick Butts Day Event, 4-7 p.m., Wednesday, March 15, at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Education Building. Free and open to the public, local events are organized by the Forsyth County Youth Tobacco Prevention Collaborative (FCYTPC). The collaborative is made up of representatives from United Way of Forsyth County, Insight Human Services, Novant Medical Center, Wake Forest Baptist Health, the Forsyth County Department of Public, YMCA and other youth-serving organizations.

March 15 – “No Deer Here,” an Adult Education Class Forsyth County Cooperative Extension will hold “No Deer Here,” an Adult Education Class at the Arboretum at Tanglewood Park on March 15 from 11 a.m. until 12 p.m. at The Arboretum Office at Tanglewood Park: 4201 Manor House Circle, Clemmons. FREE. Registration required: coop-ext-registration@forsyth.cc or 336-703-2850, no earlier than two weeks prior to the program. Space is limited.

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March 11 ‘Grief Share’ St. Paul United Methodist church sponsors “Grief Share”. this is a support group for persons experiencing grief due to the death of someone close to them. the sessions feature biblical teaching on grief and recovery topics. the sessions are designed to give encouragement and support to persons on their journey from “Mourning to Joy”. Grief Share is nondenominational. Sessions are free. Each session is self-contained, meaning one does not have to attend the sessions in sequence. lESSonS oF GriEF – Pt. 1 is the topic on March 11, , 10 am at St. Paul United Methodist church – 2400 Dellabrook road, Winston-Salem, 27105. For additional information, call 336-723-4531 or 336-722-5517.

March 11 Workshop Series about relationships Do you often wonder why your relationships never work out? arE yoU SinGlE? St. James Missionary Baptist church will have an free eightweek interactive Workshop Series about relationships. (if you’re not married, you’re single.)People ages 18 and up are encouraged to attend. the class will be held at 3606 ogburn ave., Winston-Salem, and will begin at 2:30 p.m. sharp starting March 11.

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church to promote diversity with negro league player

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Many people believe that the church is the one of the least diverse places left in the country. Some are often classified as a Black, White or hispanic church when most believe it should simply be a church with no designation to color. citychurch Winston believes that the gospel

makes a difference in real life. its mission is to be a community that exists despite the differences. in an effort to practice what it preaches citychurch is bringing former negro league player henry Mason, who is now working in ministry, to speak and answer questions following the morning service on Sunday, March 26. citychurch lead Servant, chris Jones, said

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church, whether it be his own or other churches around the city. citychurch holds its worship services at Kennedy high School, at 890 E. 11 St. Winston-Salem. “i think it breaks the heart of God that the church is still one of the most segregated places in america, especially in the South,” Jones said. “So when we started the

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March 11 Grilled Rib Plate Sale Solely for christ Ministries will sponsor a Grilled rib Plate Sale on Saturday, March 11 at 11 a.m.

Plates will be $10 and will include ribs, choice of 2 Sides, Dessert, roll, & drink. Side choices are collard Greens, Green Beans, Mac & cheese, and Grilled corn on the cob. Delivery is available. For more information or pre-orders: call 336-471-1431: contactus@solelyforchrist.org or visit www.facebook.com/solelyforchrist/. the event will be held at location: 1510 Martin St., Winston-Salem.

March 12 Police Prayer Circle the 10th Prayer circle, Sunday, March 12, from 3 to 4 p.m. (rain or shine) will be at the Winston Salem Police Department, 725 n. cherry Street. all are invited to show support for the men and women who put their lives on the line every day for the public.

March 12 Pastor’s Anniversary new Jerusalem Missionary Baptist church, at 1212 Dunleith ave., will celebrate the second anniversary of its pastor, rev. ronald Eugene Speas, on Sunday, March 12, at 3 p.m. their guests will be rev. Dennis Bishop and the congregation of First Waughtown Baptist church. the public is invited.

March 12 New Bethel Baptist Church Dr. William chavis will speak to the youth and young adults of new Bethel Baptist church on Sunday March 12. the youth and young adults will be in charge of the service and Dr. chavis will deliver the annual address. all are invited to come.

March 12 Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Worship services, 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. (traditional), the rev. Dr. David calhoun, the Fellowship’s sabbatical support minister, will give a sermon titled “taking responsibility.” at Explorations, 9:15 a.m., Gloria Fitzgibbon will speak about “the Politics of Women’s Spirituality.” at the Forum, 9:15 a.m., ron rogers of the Winston-Salem chronicle will describe “the World of a Political cartoonist.” See UUFWS.org.

March 12, 15, 19, 22, 26 & 29 Spiritual Renewal Month Greater higher Ground Ministries along with Pastor Janice o. heath, invites you to join us for Spiritual renewal Month during the month of March . the following speakers for this revival will be: *Sunday, March 12, at 7 p.m. Pastor anthony Wilson, cathedral of refuge, Winston-Salem *Wednesday, March 15, at 7 p.m. Pastor George Pass, the Village chruch, Greensboro *Saturday, March 19, at 4am Bishop tejado hanchell, Mount calvary holy church, WinstonSalem *Wednesday, March 22, at 7 p.m., Bishop Melvin Wilkins, new Generation Praise and Worship international Ministries, Winston-Salem *Sunday, March 26, at 4 p.m., Dr. ron Flack, Victorious Praise and Worship center, Greensboro *Wednesday, March 29, at 7 p.m., Bishop todd Fulton, Mt Moriah outreach center, Kernersville all services will be held at the headquarters church located at 4175 Moat Drive in WinstonSalem. For more information, call the administration office at 336-725-1125 and leave a message.

March 17-19 Pastoral Anniversary new Gospel tabernacle holiness church, 206 laura Wall Blvd., will celebrate the first Pastoral anniversary of rev. Steven Johnson and First lady Demetris Johnson beginning Friday, March 17. rev.

Dr. James Fulwood will be the guest speaker and members of St. Mark Baptist church will join him on Friday, March 17 at 7 p.m. on Saturday, March 18, Minister Michael Whisonant with his group F.o.c.U.S. Gospel Singers will be the guests.

Sunday, March 19 at 11 a.m., Minister robert leak of living Word christian center will be the guest speaker and at 4 p.m., rev. Samuel cornelius will climax the anniversary. the public is invited. For more information, call 336-287-2819.

Mt. Olive, H.O.P.E. Project help children in East Winston

Mt. Olive Baptist Church volunteer Calvin Carson, far right, hands out a free lunch to a young lady in the Lakeside community.

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Some portions of Eastern Winston-Salem are the most impoverished areas in the entire city. included in those areas are children in need of food on the weekends.

Mt. olive Baptist church, in collaboration with the h.o.P.E. (help our People Eat) Project, have started going out each Saturday to deliver free lunches for the children and vegetables for the parents in low-income areas of the eastern part of the city.

Emmanuel to honor former Pastor Mack, students

the volunteers at Mt. olive visit areas such as the cleveland avenue projects, rolling hills and lakeside, just to name a few. the lunches are healthy alternatives to some of the junk food that many youth tend to lean toward. the h.o.P.E Project's mission is to use communitywide volunteer support to prepare and deliver nutritious weekend meals to Forsyth county's 40,000 children who are at risk for hunger. charles M. Gray, grandson of Mt. olive pastor Dr.

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Emmanuel Baptist church, at 1075 Shalimar Drive, will celebrate its annual Scholarship Service at 10 a.m., Sunday, March 12. the S. W. Mack Sr. Memorial Scholarship Service is a dual tribute to the memory and contributions of Emmanuel’s former pastor, Dr. S. W. Mack Sr. and an observance of the church’s commitment to supporting the academic and spiritual development of its college students. the keynote speaker for the worship service will be the rev. Demi Mccoy.

God’s overflowing love Rev. McCoy

Lesson Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

By the end of this lesson, we will *Get a clearer understanding of the nature of God’s overflowing love. *realize that God’s overflowing love moved him to provide salvation for us. *thank God for including us in his salvation plan.

Background: the time is a.D. 60 and is presumed to have been written during Paul’s house arrest in rome. Ephesus was said to be one of the leading centers for christianity. the ethnic diversity of its population helped in stressing the importance of christian unity.

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Lesson: Urban Ministries inc. (UMi) divides the lesson as (1) Dead before christ, (2) Made alive in christ and Elder (3) created in christ.

Richard Wayne Paul starts with telling the Ephesians they Wood were separated spiritually from God because of their sinful nature, but are Sunday now awakened to God’s School Lesson loving presence. in the past, Satan influenced their behavior, thus they were “Dead before christ” (verse 1-3).

We are alive in christ by the power of his mercy and love (verse 4). this power of love also energizes our christian living, bringing spiritual life to the dead … salvation (verse 5). as a result of salvation, we are seated in heavenly places where believers’ blessings are, their inheritance is, their affections

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Negro League player Henry Mason

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church, it was with the intention of breaking down some of those walls. It has been a more difficult task than we felt it should be at times.”

Jones says one of the church leaders came to him about the idea of bringing in a Negro League player to speak to the congregation, and Jones jumped at the opportunity.

“He is one of the younger Negro League players that are left,” Jones continued. “Ten or 15 years from now these voices are just not going to be here, so we wanted to take advantage of hearing his experiences and what that meant to him.”

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Demi McCoy, also known as “Demi Day,” is a spoken word minister and hip-hop artist from the Washington, D.C. area. She holds a B.A. in Religion from Pepperdine University and is currently working on a M.Div. at Wake Forest University School of Divinity. Her passionate talent has led her to minister at various churches, conferences, and events across the nation, including the 2015 BET Hip Hop Awards Weekend and the 2016 Taste of DC Festival. Most of her work focuses on community and social justice as it relates to race, gender, and sexuality.

Having ministered around the country, McCoy continues to rise as a promising young lyricist through her spoken word poems

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Mason played for the Kansas City Monarchs in the Negro Leagues before being brought into the Philadelphia Phillies farm system in 1955. He spent 8 seasons in the minor leagues and had brief stints with the Phillies in the major leagues as a relief pitcher in 1958 and 1960.

Following his baseball career, Mason began his life in the ministry.

Jones says Mason has agreed to answer any questions that the audience may have for him regardless of the topic.

“We are bringing him here to make people uncomfortable, he said.

“We need to deal with some stuff in America, but definitely in the church, that is not comfortable.” and hip-hop music. Her debut poetry album, “Maybe I Could,” was released in February 2012.

Moreover, McCoy’s talent has led her to open for some of today’s most influential artists and religious leaders such as Shane Claiborne, Janette…ikz, the Last Poets, Musiq Soulchild, and Rahiel Tesfamariam.

She also made an appearance at the 2015 BET Hip Hop Awards Weekend and the 2016 Taste of D.C. Festival.

Under the stage name “Demi Day,” she has launched a campaign for conscious and justice driven hip-hop.

Rev. Dr. John Mendez is the pastor of Emmanuel.

For additional information or to make contributions, contact Dr. Elva Jones at 336-764-2550.

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March 16, April 6, 20, & 29, May 13 & 25 – Spring Garden Workshop Series The Old Salem Department of Horticulture has announced the schedule for its spring garden workshops.

The workshops are free and open to the public. To preregister for any workshop, please email vhannah@oldsalem.org or call 336-721-7357 (please leave a message if no one answers) to register. To join Friends of the Gardens, call 336-721-7333. Workshops are scheduled as follows: *This is for the Birds-Saturday, March 4, from 10-11:30 a.m., *Making Herbal Vinegars-Thursday, March 16, from 12 -1 p.m. *Touch, Smell and Learn! How to bring Provence into your Garden-Thursday, April 6, from 12-1 p.m. *Hosta: Growing Guide and Variety Pictorial ReviewThursday, April 20, from 12-1 p.m. *Eating to Live or Living to Eat? Cooking with HerbsSaturday, April 29, from 10-11 a.m. *Living with Coyotes-Saturday, May 13, from 10-11 a.m. *Herbal Remedies-Thursday, May 25, from 12-1 p.m.

All workshops will be held in the Wachovia Room, Old Salem Visitor Center, 900 Old Salem Road. For more information call 336-721-7300 or visit oldsalem.org.

March 18 – 2nd Annual Men Who Cook The second annual Men Who Cook will showcase the talents of more than 22 local male celebrity chefs and their teams as the SECU Family House hosts its popular fundraiser on March 18 in Winston-Salem. Guests will also have a chance to purchase tickets at the event for a wine pull, with values starting at $20/bottle, and some worth more than $100. Individuals who wish to support the event in advance may purchase a Wooden Spoon sponsorship which includes two reservations and a listing in the souvenir program for $250. Single reservations may also be purchased for $55 or two for $105. To purchase a sponsorship or reservations, contact Ainsley Darnell at the SECU Family House at 336-793-2822, or ainsley.darnell@familyhousews.org March 21 – Forsyth Community Gardening Workshop “Insects in the Vegetable Garden: Attracting

The children of the Rolling Hills community enjoy their lunch delivered by volunteers from Mt. Olive Baptist Church.

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Charles E. Gray, says after doing volunteer work with H.O.P.E., he felt he could do more. He reached out to members of the church and they have been delivering meals to local children since earlier this year.

“I started working with H.O.P.E. back in November, helping them pack lunches,” Gray said. “I felt like they needed more help for the kids in eastern Winston-Salem, so I looked into getting the church involved to create more of a relationship with the people in that area of the city.”

Gray says he not only enjoys helping the kids with a meal, but loves the interaction he has with the kids when they go out into the community. He tosses the football and shoots basketball with them whenever possible.

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should be and where we enjoy fellowship with the Lord (verse 6) (The MacArthur Study Bible).

Knowing that Christ has accepted all and that God has heaped His overflowing love on us is important for steadfast faith and life in Christ (verse 7).

Created in Christ is the overall message of verses 8-10. The statement “For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God” (verse 8) … still pounding grace versus the law … Paul emphasizes the importance of distinguishing a gift from something earned by works. God’s grace is preeminent in every aspect of salvation. Like salvation, believers’ sanctification and good works were

“I think it’s wonderful to help people in the community we are a part of,” Gray continued. “When the kids get a chance to see someone who looks like them reach out to lend a helping hand to them, it improves the relationship between the church and the people.”

The people in the community are appreciative for the meals being delivered by Mt. Olive. Carlice Roberts, who lives in the Rolling Hills community, says the meals and vegetables are a big help to her and the community.

She says she really appreciates the generous gesture.

“As being a member of the Rolling Hills community, any assistance pro-

vided, we appreciate wholeheartedly,” said Roberts. “People are quick to say that the churches aren't doing their job, but it depends on what you’re looking for from the church. I feel that the church is doing the work in the body of Christ in its entirety.”

The volunteers from Mt. Olive say they wish to get the name out to the community about the meals that are available and wish to have everyone eventually come to the church to be able to help more people.

ordained before time began (verse 10) (Mac Arthur Study Bible).

For Your Consideration: The grace of God … how do you comprehend it?

Have you experienced separation from God? How did you get back to Him? Did it seem like a death experience?

Life’s Application: How do you thank someone for lavishing love on you when you don’t deserve it?

God’s love is clearly beneficial to us and is life-giving, awe-inspiring and i n e x h a u s t i b l e .

Overflowing implies more than can be contained … what do we do with the excess? I suggest we give it away. Then, I urge you to thank God at least one time every day for saving us.

Beneficials, Managing Pests”: A Forsyth Community Gardening Workshop will be held on Tuesday, March 21 from 6 -8 p.m. Learn to encourage good insects and discourage the bad ones in your vegetable garden. We’ll discuss: how to create habitat for beneficial insects with native plants and cover crops, cultural practices to prevent pest build-up, and strategies to manage specific pests like aphids, cabbage worms, squash bugs, and squash vine borer. We’ll also tour the native plant areas at Extension.

Register online at: http://tinyurl.com/FCG-SGS, or call 336-703-2850. Members of community gardens registered with FCG can receive row cover if they sign up for the workshop by Wednesday, March 15.

March 21, April 21, May 26 & June 16 – Piedmont Chamber Singers announce 39th Season Police officers assigned to the Winston-Salem Police Department’s Traffic Enforcement Unit will hold free motorcycle rider skills training in March, April, May and June as part of the BikeSafe NC initiative to improve motorcycle safety.

At each BikeSafe Rider Skills Day, WSPD motorcycle officers will assess rider skills and offer training to make riding in North Carolina safer and more enjoyable. Along with professional riding techniques, topics will include negotiating hazards and safe cornering and passing. The daylong training includes classroom sessions and on-theroad skills assessment. Rider Skills Days in WinstonSalem are scheduled for March 17, April 21, May 26 and June 16. Additional days may be scheduled. Space is limited. For more information and to register go to BikeSafeNC.com.

Personal Assistant needed for urgent employment $700 weekly Chapel Hill Pediatrics looking for a good, well experienced personal assistant

This position is for the super-organized person who enjoys working with people and numbers. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills, both verbal and written; impeccable customer service skills; a professional demeanor at all times; the ability to be flexible; strong time management skills; the ability to prioritize wisely; the ability to pay attention to detail; and the ability to work independently on assignments as well as part of a team. Email resume to REYES@pediatrician.com

Typical responsibilities of the job include: answering telephone calls maintaining diaries arranging appointments taking messages typing/word processing filing organising meetings using a variety of software packages booking transport and accommodation managing databases

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Sealed single prime bids will be received by the WinstonSalem/Forsyth County Board of Education in Auditorium of the Education Building 4801 Bethania Station Rd up to 2:00pm on April 20, 2017 and immediately thereafter publicly opened and read for the furnishing of labor, material and equipment entering into the construction of: Lowrance/ Paisley Replacement Schools, Winston Salem, North Carolina

The Northwest Piedmont Workforce Development Board is seeking qualified bidders to operate the WIOA (Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act) Adult and Dislocated Worker Activities in Caswell, Davie, Forsyth, Rockingham, Stokes, Surry, and Yadkin Counties; and

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The project consists of: Approximately 224,000 SF of new construction, consisting of brick veneer, masonry bearing walls, painted masonry, terrazzo, LVT, polished concrete and ceramic tile floors.

The exterior finish consists of modular brick, aluminum curtainwall, storefront, and insulated metal panels. The roof system is metal decking on open web joists with adhered single ply membrane on rigid insulation and standing seam metal roofing on metal deck. The building is sprinkled. The mechanical system is a water source heat pump with cooling tower, heat exchanger, pumps, etc.

The total site is approximately 24 acres located at 1394 Thurmond Street. Sitework includes: site grading, site utilities, asphalt paving, concrete sidewalks, landscaping and exterior signage.

Bids will be received for Single Prime Contracts only. All proposals shall be lump sum.

A pre-bid meeting will be held for all interested bidders and vendors on March 22, 2017 at 1:00pm in the Paisley IB Magnet School in the Auditorium. Project specific questions, bidding procedures, preferred brand alternates, performance specifications and HUB information will be addressed for this project. In accordance with GS133-3 and SCO procedures the following items are being considered by the Owner for this project: A. Sargent mortise locks, closers, and exit devices B. Farady Fire Alarm C. Hellerman Tyton Raceways D. ALC Controls E. Advanced Equipment Operable Partition

BID DOCUMENTS: Complete Bid Documents (plans, specifications and contract documents) will be available after March 12, 2017 through the online NextPlans distribution site. Wendy Long, at Walter Robbs, will coordinate access to Nextplans for all official bidders and will keep a list of current GC Bidders. All interested lincensed North Carolina General Contractors wishing to access NextPlans shall contact Wendy Long at Walter Robbs. General Contractor must provide: Company name and NC license #, Contact Person, Phone number and email address Subcontractors and vendors can obtain access to view the Bid Documents on NextPlans, contact Wendy Long, at Walter Robbs, for access. Hard copies of the Plans and specifications may be purchased (non refundable) directly from the Sharpe Co. Winston Salem NC or may be viewed at Walter Robbs (530 North Trade Street, Winston Salem, NC) by appointment. Questions should be directed to the Architect.

Bidders shall use complete sets of Bidding Documents in preparing bids. Neither the Owner nor Architect assumes responsibility for errors or misinterpretations resulting from the use of incomplete sets of Bidding Documents. All contractors are hereby notified that they must have proper license as required under the state laws governing their respective trades.

NOTE: The bidder shall identify on its bid proposal the minority business participation it will use on the project. Forms are included within the Proposal Form in the bid documents. Failure to complete these forms is grounds for rejection of the bid.

(GS143-128.2c Effective 1/1/2002.)

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

A performance bond and a payment bond will be required for one hundred percent (100%) of the contract price. Payment will be made based on ninetyfive percent (95%) of monthly estimates and final payment made upon completion and acceptance of work.

No bid may be withdrawn after the scheduled closing time for the receipt of bids for a period of 60 days. The owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive informalities.

Designer: Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Board of Education Dr. Beverly Emory.

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Walter Robbs Callahan & Pierce Architects, PA 530 North Trade Street Suite 301 Winston Salem, NC 27101 The Chronicle March 9, 2017

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

The Northwest Piedmont Workforce Development Board is seeking qualified bidders to operate the WIOA Youth Activities in Caswell, Davie, Forsyth, Rockingham, Stokes, Surry, and Yadkin Counties.

Bidders may find the proposal requirements at http://www.ptrc.org and clicking on Workforce Development or contacting Linda Chisom at 336-904-0300, Monday thru Friday, 8:30 am to 4 pm for a copy. A general bidder’s conference will be held on Thursday, March 16, 2017 at 10:00 am at Piedmont Triad Regional Council, 1398 Carrollton Crossing Dr., Kernersville, NC 27284. Proposals are due by the end of business day Monday, April 3, 2017, 5:00 pm. The Piedmont Triad Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, race, religion or disability.

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LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Having qualified as Administrator of the Estate of Steven Curtis Stewart (17 E 156), also known as Steven C. Stewart and Steven Stewart, deceased August 16, 2016, 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 4, 2017 or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of recovery.

All persons indebted to the said decedent or estate shall please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 2nd day of March, 2017.

Tamika Stewart Administrator for Steven Curtis Stewart, deceased 5165 Ambercrest Drive, Apt. B3 Winston-Salem, NC, 27106 The Chronicle March 2, 9, 16 and 23. 2017

Business Intelligence Developer sought

by Liberty Hardware Manufacturing Corp., in Winston-Salem, NC. Duties: Responsible for the architecture, design, development, support and maintenance of data warehousing systems and services; Work with enterprise or business to understand data and information needs and transform those needs into actions to deliver; Ensure that all data warehouses and associated reporting and dashboards are up-to-date, accurate, and accessible; Partner with the business to gain a comprehensive understanding of their functional goals and objectives; Create application and data warehouse proposals and designs; Research software and communication options to support specific needs, with particular interest in Business Intelligence concepts, tools and techniques; Develop comprehensive application design documents and technical specifications that consider end-to-end process cycles and enterprise architecture; Develop and support complex ETL packages; Transform data to meaningful business information within the data structures, reports, and dashboards; Deliver tested quality products that meet the immediate need while ensuring flexibility for the future; Manage and direct the efforts of third-party resources, such as IT vendors or contractors, as needed to achieve goals for design and delivery of business intelligence projects and work; Utilize different delivery methodologies, including Waterfall and Agile, to fit the needs of the specific project; and, Complete cross-functional projects and tasks accurately and in alignment with commitments and plans.

Min. Req.: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field or foreign equivalent; plus minimum 3 years of experience in an information technology role. Experience with the following is required: 1. Warehouse database structures including relational databases, data normalization principles, data marts, and multidimensional cube structures; 2.

Microsoft Business Intelligence (BI) stack including SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS), SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS); Team Foundation Server (TFS), Visual Studio, and Online Analytical Processing (OLAP); 3. Lean Information Technology; and 4. Managing IT projects.

Please reply with resume to: Katie Manning HR Business Partner, 140 Business Park Drive. Winston-Salem, NC 27107.

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LEGAL NOTICES

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE FORSYTH COUNTY DISTRICT COURT DIVISION 15 JT 088 15 JT 089

IN THE MATTER OF: MASON ALEXANDER THOMAS DOB: 07-24-14 JAXON WAYNE THOMAS DOB: 04-11-13 NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION

TO:

Elizabeth Mae Crews – mother of the juveniles Michael Wayne Thomas – father of the juveniles

TAKE NOTICE that Juvenile Petitions seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-entitled action. The nature of the relief being sought is an adjudication of Termination of your Parental Rights with respect to the above-referenced juveniles pursuant to N.C.G.S. 7B-1111.

You are required to make a written answer to the Petitions alleging to Terminate Parental Rights within thirty (30) days after the date of this notice; and upon your failure to make a defense to the Petitions within the 30 day period specified herein or to attend the hearing on the said Petitions, the Petitioner will apply to the Court for terminating your parental rights to the above-referenced juveniles.

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

If you are indigent and not already represented by appointed counsel, you are entitled to appointed counsel and provisional counsel has been appointed upon your request subject to the Courts review at the first hearing after this service.

The hearing on the Petitions alleging to Terminate Parental Rights are scheduled for 10:00 a.m., on Friday, May 5, 2017 in Courtroom 4-J of the Hall of Justice in Winston-Salem, North Carolina or as soon thereafter as the Court can hear the said case.

This the 1st day of March, 2017

Theresa A. Boucher Attorney for the Forsyth County Department of Social Services 741 Highland Avenue Winston-Salem, N.C. 27101 (336) 703-3900

The Chronicle March 9, 16, 23, 2017 NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, COUNTY OF FORSYTH

In the Court of General Justice, District Court Division, 16 CVD 376 TRINA RENEE MILLER, Plaintiff vs. BRYANT JAVAN MILLER, Defendant

To: BRYANT JAVAN MILLER, Defendant,

Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above entitled action, wherein the Plaintiff is seeking an absolute divorce based on the grounds of at least a one year separation.

You are required to make a defense to such pleading not later than thirty (30) days following the first publication date shown below and upon your failure to do so, the Plaintiff will apply to the Court for the relief sought.

This the 9th day of March 2017, TRINA RENEE MILLER, 25 Five Royales Dr, Winston-Salem, NC 27105.

The Chronicle March 9, 16, 23, 2017 NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Having qualified as Administrator of the Estate of Peggy Hedrick Wilson (16 E 2347), also known as Perry H. Wilson and Peggy Joyce Hedrick Wilson, deceased October 23, 2013, 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 4, 2017 or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of recovery. All persons indebted to the said decedent or estate shall please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 2nd day of March, 2017.

David R. Wilson Administrator for Peggy Hedrick Wilson, deceased 6786 McPherson Clay Road Liberty, NC, 27298 The Chronicle March 2, 9, 16 and 23. 2017

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TOWN OF KERNERSVILLE PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER – WEEKDAYS (SEASONAL)

Performs a variety of semi-skilled and manual labor tasks in the maintenance of parks and facilities. Duties include the cleaning of parks and facilities, mowing/trimming of grounds, facility repairs and occupational customer service.

On occasion will serve in a program/event support role. Performs some carpentry, plumbing and minor electrical work. (Up to 40 hrs/wk). Valid NC Driver's License with good driving record. Must be able to perform heavy work exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.

Ability/visual acuity to operate motor vehicles/equipment. PAY: $10.00/hr. App Deadline: Open Until Filled. Apply online at http://jobs.toknc.com. EEO

REAL ESTATE

ST. PETER'S HERITAGE PLACE APARTMENTS 3727 Old Lexington Road Winston Salem, NC 27107 A Community For Seniors 62 and older One bedroom units conveniently Located in Winston Salem.

Handicap Accessible Units and Rental Assistance Available.

For More Information Call 336-771-9028 NC Relay: 1-800-735-2962 Equal Housing Opportunity Managed by Community Management Corporation

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1 Bedroom Units conveniently located in Winston Salem, 62 yrs of age or older Handicapped and/or disabled. Section 8 assistance available. Income restrictions apply. Call 336-251-1060. 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. on Mon and Fri, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. on Wed. Equal Housing Opportunity

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A Community for Seniors

Is now accepting applications for One (1) bedroom apartments:

• Section 8 Assistance • Handicap Accessibility • Rent based on income

• Equal Housing • On-Site Laundry Facility • 24-Hour Emergency • Maintenance • Near Bus Route Apply at:

840 W. 14th Street Winston-Salem, NC 27105 Call 336-723-7524 Managed by Community Management Corp Equal Housing Opportunity

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According to Bobbie Miller, president of the local Top ladies of Distinction chapter, the students volunteered at several nonprofit organizations, including UnCF (United negro College Fund), nAACP, March of Dimes, St. Jude’s Children’s research hospital and others.

The students honored during this year’s event were: Kyndall Barr, Trinity Barr, Zion Boston, Branden Brown, Aria Bryson, Ariyana K. Caldwell, Kortney Carvana, Briana Christian, Kelis Cochran, Christian Coleman, Jamarie Cook, nadiya Debnam, Kyndal Dodd, Amir Fleurizard, Aailya Foskey, Jordynn Forster, Cameron Glenn, rose Goins, Darrian Grundy, ryan horton Jr., Kamren hunter, raja huntley, J'hon ingram, Jaylen Jeffreys, Chelsea King, Jaelon Maxie, Joshua McCravey, Ashley Middleton, Matthew Parker, Malaysia Penn, Siedah rayford, Khalilah razzark, Kya rowdy, Madison Sides, lashayla Stephens, ryann Stephens, Sommer Stephens, Brandon Tate, Keith Watson, erin Wheeler, Jhanee' Welch and Cheyla Wolfe.

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“revolutionize, remember, and re-energize.”

That was just some of the advice Crosby Scholars Ceo and President Mona lovett gave to more than 40 students from high schools across the Triad as they prepare for their futures during the Top Teens of America (TTA) red and White Scholarship Banquet held last weekend.

During her keynote address, lovett told the students to set goals, work relentlessly to reach them and never give up because in the end, it will be worth it.

“When you’re tired, think about the big picture.

Think about how you’re going to feel when you realize your goal,” she said.

“Picture the you that you want to be, see yourself.”

The annual event, hosted by TTA, the local youth branch of Top ladies of Distinction (TloD), is designed to secure scholarship funds for the students who participate in the program designed to provide extra-curricular support, career and character development training and volunteer opportunities for minorities.

More than 40 students from local high schools were recognized for their accomplishments in the classroom and in the community last Saturday during the Top Teens of America annual scholarship fundraiser.

Photos by Tevin Stinson

Local Top Teen of America students sing the organization’s anthem during the Red and White Cruise Scholarship Banquet on Saturday, March 4.

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