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Mists and crowds greet opening of aRTivity on the Green

Kwesi Pitt, 4, takes a break from a day full of exploring downtown Winston-Salem’s newest piece of art, ARTivity on the Green. Created out of private funding through sponsor AFAS, Art for Art’s Sake, it is a must-see green space, built for all to enjoy.

Photos by erin Mizelle for the Winston-Salem Chronicle.

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aRTivity on the Green, a new park downtown on liberty Street, opened to the public on Saturday, May 9. People filled the park, located between Sixth and Seventh streets beside Top Tier Crossfit.

The park is owned and operated by arts for arts Sake (afaS), a local nonprofit group that promotes the arts. afaS Chair harry knabb said the group purchased a gravel parking lot with a grant from the Thomas J. Regan foundation and transformed it into a park of green, grassy hills and bright red arches.

“We broke ground in December, it’s now May, so five months later, this went from a gravel cement parking lot into what you see today,” he said. “it’s for the community. We want you all to enjoy it, to have fun.”

The park includes an area with white arches that have seats and builtin easels that can act as a stage for performances. Both tall red arches that are lit at night and lower red ones that patrons could sit on are scattered across the park. all of its walkways lead to 13 towering red masts that give off mist several times a day, which knabb said was a novel take on the normal water fixtures found at

Marshall Lakes, right, paints an original piece from start to finish during the grand opening ceremony of Winston-Salem’s first and only “art park,” on Saturday, May 9.

parks. knabb said afaS will maintain the park with the initial grant funds and then look to corporate donors to fund the upkeep. Though it’s afaS’ first park, the group has been very visible around downtown with outdoor art installations, arts on Sunday festivals, an arch at the intersection of Sixth and Cherry streets and its own Red Dog Gallery on Trade Street.

The park received high praise from city officials.

Derwin Montgomery was impressed at the speed it was built. he said the park

was an excellent bridge between the nearby innovation Quarter and arts District downtown. “it is a place where people can gather, a place where we believe we can come together and convene and celebrate one another,” he said.

Mayor allen Joines said afaS has given Winston-Salem a great gift with the new park, which was appropriate since the city’s birthday was on May 13 (the day it was incorporated in 1913). “you’ve given us a heck of a birthday present, so thank you very much,” he said.

Saturday’s opening showed many ways the park could be used, with food vendors lining the street and the Rainmaker band playing blue grass music in the stage area. artists had their easels out, painting. a mime and a living statue entertained attendees who sat on the grass and enjoyed the warm day. a wall separating the park from neighboring businesses on Trade Street became a giant canvas as 10 artists created murals to cover it and children used an 11th section to put their hand prints on. Mural artist Jeff Beck of Greensboro spent all day perfecting his bright pink octopus that now adorns the wall. The afaS

The Winston-Salem Chapter of the national association for the advancement of Colored People naaCP) will have to shorten its ballot for the May 26 vote.

Current president and local attorney S. Wayne Patterson announced Thursday, May 7, that he will withdraw his name from the election, citing that he needs to focus on the opening of his third law practice in lavonia, Georgia. he has two other practices, one in WinstonSalem and the other in atlanta. “i have three law firms now and i just can’t do it. i will no longer have the time to give to the naaCP as president,” he said. “i’m going to give the individuals who wanted to be president the opportunity and move forward.”

Howard Patterson Patterson said that he will continue to remain an active member in the organization, on the local, state and national levels.

“Wherever i can assist the naaCP and the state and local conference, i will,” the attorney said. “They will still see me involved, and i may continue as legal redress chair.”

Patterson’s challenger for the presidency seat, isaac “ike” howard, did not know of the decision when The Chronicle called him on friday afternoon.

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at the May 4 Winston-Salem City Council, meeting many residents spoke against the rezoning of 939 Cleveland ave., which The Salvation army wants to turn into its family shelter. During that public hearing, one found out quickly that it had less to do with The Salvation army and a whole lot more to do with economic opportunities, or the lack thereof, in the area. one of the biggest contributing factors to the discourse was that the shelter would go against the area’s Cleveland avenue neighborhood initiative Master Plan.

“When we look at this issue today, i think that there is a larger issue that we are talking about and discussion that really has very little to do with the rezoning. it has to do with specifically with our community, east of highway 52, and the investment that has and has not been made. it’s talking about economic development, it’s talking about investments, it’s talking about jobs, it’s talking about how we decrease the concentration of poverty in our com-

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some organization by way of a special recruitment fair Saturday, May 16, to encour- Grants help age city residents to form neighborhood neighborhood associations group. and neighborhood Watch groups, and to help residents See page A5 join existing organizations.

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The Winston-Salem NAACP Chapter will hold a third election for officers in the building above.

“I served my four years, and I think I did a good job at that.”

Photos by Erin Mizelle for the Winston-Salem Chronicle

U.S. Rep. Alma S. Adams (NC-12), a member of the House Small Business Committee, finds and purchases hat #912 to add to her collection while touring a minority-owned small business, Body and Soul Arts, in downtown Winston-Salem during National Small Business Week on Thursday, May 7.

Congresswoman Alma S. Adams (NC-12), left, receives a personal tour of Body and Soul Arts from minority small business owner, Dana Suggs, in honor of National Small Business Week on Thursday, May 7, at 545 N. Trade Street, Suite 12, in downtown WinstonSalem, North Carolina.

Congresswoman Adams, right, chats with Suggs at Body and Soul Arts, as part of National Small Business Week appreciation.

Rep. Adams recognizes Small Business Week

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In honor of National Small Business Week (the week of May 3), on Thursday, May 7, U.S. Rep. Alma S. Adams (NC-12), a member of the House Small Business Committee and the ranking member of the Small Business Subcommittee on Oversight, toured Body and Soul Arts, 545 N. Trade St. Suite 12, a minorityowned small business in downtown WinstonSalem.

Adams, known for her stylish hats, purchased a hat from the store.

She also met with the business owner, Dana Suggs.

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“I’m surprised. That’s the only comment I have,” Howard said.

The chapter has seen a tumultuous last few months and have been trying to hold elections for its executive board since November 2014. Patterson originally called in the state chapter to oversee the election because of what he called violations of the organization’s bylaws.

Patterson previously told The Chronicle that names of candidates were submitted after the nomination process was closed.

Protocol calls for each person running for an office to have been a dues-paying member before April 15 of the election year. Patterson said that some people paid their membership dues in August, making them ineligible to seek office. Those running for office had to submit their names, verbally and in writing, to the nomination committee before the Oct. 28, 2014, meeting or an individual could have also been nominated from the floor before the nomination process being closed at the meeting.

A complaint was sent to the national office after the January state-monitored elections failed to be completed on printed ballots. The national office

overturned those results and has set up new elections.

Patterson is hoping that from here on out, members can get on the same page to do the things that need to be done.

“I was vindicated by the national office (in challenging the previous election) but because of inhouse fighting among members, we can’t get anything done. We should all be a part of the same team,” he said of the last few months. “We can’t get anything accomplished.

We’ve yet to set up the Freedom Fund banquet for the children, which should have been done in April.

School is almost out. It’s a lot of things we have yet to accomplish.”

As for his time served, Patterson said he feels like he led effectively.

“I served my four years, and I think I did a good job at that,” he said.

Elections will be held on May 26 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the NAACP Enrichment Center, 4130 Oak Ridge Drive. The elections will be done by the state and only be open to members who would’ve been able to vote on the date of the originally scheduled election on Nov. 19, 2014.

gives me a chance to get out of the office and walk a block if I need to sit and brain storm or get my team out of the office for something fun, it’s like our backyard,” he said. “It’s our new creative backyard.”

Activity on the Green will is open from 8 a.m. to 11 p..m. and parks rules don’t allow for alcohol, weapons or skateboarding.

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ARTivity on the Green, Winston-Salem’s first and only “art park,” opened on Saturday, May 9, as visitors of all ages enjoyed an afternoon of live music, food trucks on Liberty Street, and all-day mural paintings by 11 different artists. Located between Sixth and Seventh Streets, ARTivity Park is a testament to the ‘artistic nature and innovative spirit already native in the city of WinstonSalem, thanks to the private funding of AFAS— Art for Art’s Sake.

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member uses spray paint and then goes in with brushes for fine details on his murals. He’s done several murals, including ones in a tattoo parlor and coffee shop. He said he was honored to be among the initial artists chosen for the park’s wall.

“It’s an amazing park,” he said. “It’s cool to have something like this locally.”

Next May the wall will be painted white and a new crop of mural artists will have their chance to cover it. Knabb said those wish-

ing to be considered should go to AFAS’ website to become a member and mention they’re interested in working on the park’s mural wall in the comments section.

Among the many atten-

dees where Elliot Strunk, his wife Betsy and eightyear-old son Evan.

He’s ringleader (creative director) at Fifth Letter, a graphic design firm just a block down on Trade Street. He said he

liked having a park so close to the office. He thinks there should be more green spaces in the city, so everyone can have a park within walking distance.

“Personally I’m looking forward to it because it

WS/FCS teachers display art at Delta Fine Arts T H E C H R ON I C LE

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Winston-Salem Delta Fine Arts Inc., 2611 New Walkertown Road, is preparing to host a panel discussion titled “Innovations in Art Education” on Thursday, May 21 from 12:30 p.m. to-2 p.m.

This discussion will accompany Winston Salem/Forsyth County Schools’ Visual Art Department’s first ever Art Teachers’ Exhibit featuring the work of visual art teachers throughout the county from through June 27 in the Simona Atkins Allen Gallery at the Delta Arts Center.

An opening reception was held Thursday, May 7, where teachers whose art is on display attended.

For the panel discussion, RSVP is required to nadiyah@deltaartscenter.org by today (Thursday, May 14).

Guest panelists include: *Karen Morris, arts coordinator at R.J. Reynolds High School *Dr. AmyBith Harlee, education coordinator at RJ Reynolds High School *Amanda Gordon, Arts Magnet Program at Diggs-Latham Elementary School *Katherine Foster, executive director at New Winston Museum *Jeri Baker, education coordinator at Delta Arts Center Guest moderator will be Jim Sparrow, president & CEO at Arts Council of WSFC. Winston-Salem Delta Fine Arts is a funded partner of the Winston-Salem Forsyth County Arts Council and receives support from the North Carolina Arts Council Department of Cultural Resources and contributions of individuals.

Tours of the exhibition can be arranged by calling the center at 336-722-2625.

Gallery Hours: Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The gallery is closed every third Saturday of the month.

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Bethany Heath leads "Let Us Go Back to the Old Landmark."

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‘Glory of Gospel’ captures journey of african-americans “The Glory of Gospel” cast performs "Come and Go with Me to my Father's House" in rehearsal.

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love listening to those foot-stomping, hand-clapping negro spirituals? interested in the history of one of the oldest genres of music? if so, you are in for a treat this weekend as the north carolina Black repertory company closes its 2014-2015 season with “the Glory of Gospel.” the play, written and directed by Mabel robinson, follows the music origins in the african-american culture from the seashores of the Motherland and through the United States civil rights Movement in the ’60s and ’70s. the 24-person cast will touch on everything from message songs, hymns to more contemporary music. “i was commissioned

by Stardust productions in holland. they have a large black community there and i had done some work there before. i started by rewriting what they wrote. afterward, they asked me to write something on gospel music. that’s when i came up with the idea for “the Glory of Gospel.” i wrote it and they did it for three years,” robinson said. “When i came back, i spoke with larry leon and he said ‘i think with some rewrites this would be a good show for our Winston-Salem audience.

Being in the Bible Belt, the people like things of this nature.” robinson said that the reason it was decided to do the musical this season was because so many people were asking about it. it was first done in 1997 at the national Black theatre Festival and again in 2009.

“Several people have been asking about it. people seem to enjoy it and it’s for everybody, from 4 to 400,” robinson said. “i think any time that we can put our history on stage, it’s wonders. theatre is a marvelous venue to use to teach and keep our young people abreast of what was and putting it in a format where they can enjoy it.” according to robinson, the first act takes you on that journey of the Middle

Alfred Clemonts with Joshua Greer in the background (leading "Royal Telephone"

am trying to encourage the young people that we have who are currently trying to do some writing,” robinson said. “hopefully, the young people will continue it into 2015.”

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performance dates: are Friday through Saturday, May 15-17 and group rates are available for large parties. tickets range from $18 to $26. all tickets purchased online will be held at the office and can be picked up Monday thru Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. picking them up at the door is also an option. to purchase your tickets or for more information, v i s i t http://ncblackrep.org/buytickets or call 336-7232266.

Matelyn Alicia shows joy as she performs in “The Glory of Gospel.”

passage, the auctioneers' block and life on the plantation, all the way up to the e m a n c i p a t i o n proclamation through gospels and spirituals.

“Since the languages were stolen from us, we couldn’t bring our drums and we just couldn’t do anything,” she said. “a lot of the spirituals became message songs and work songs so that we found a way of communicating and stayed connected to the motherland. that’s been our savior in our culture throughout our work, play, services, funerals, escapes and events like that.” in the second act, the musical covers the 1900s through the 1970s and the gospel groups that came from them, black composers like thomas a.

Dorsey and lucie campbell woven throughout the civil rights era and the commercialism of gospel. “it’s a tribute to the early writers and early groups,” robinson said. robinson said that residents can expect to hear music from robert Bradley, the Spirit of Memphis, the angelic Gospel Singers, the Mighty clouds of Joy, Mahalia Jackson, James cleveland and the Jubilee Singers.

the director said that it’s great to see so many youth involved in the production. there are five teenagers from the company’s teen theatre in the cast.

“We try to encourage them to do things in history as well, so that they can teach their peers.

Sometimes teenagers will listen to teenagers better than adults,” robinson said. “i see them looking and wondering about some things and i tell them to go to their famous computer and look it up. they always say ‘Ms. robinson, i didn’t know’ and i tell them that there is so much you don’t know but once you are given a touch of something, you must find it in your spirit to try to learn more and continue to develop it.”

Bethany heath, who plays one of the lead vocalists in the musical, has been around north carolina Black repertory productions the majority of her life. She said that it was important for her to be a part of this season’s musical to pay homage to her father, the late apostle John h. heath, who was one of the musical’s original cast members. he died Jan. 23, 2015, and was the founder and pastor of Greater higher Ground Worldwide Ministries inc.

he was known for his rich baritone voice that he often lent to choirs and the company.

“Before he passed, he heard that the show was going to be back on stage and said he was going to be a part of that. i told him i was going to be a part of it too, so i guess we will be onstage together. he didn’t live to see that,” she said. this is her first time in this production, but she said she’s excited about the role and working with robinson. She said that she’s never done a show with that many musical selections. there are about 52 songs.

“Mabel robinson is great. i love working with her. i grow and learn more every time i work with her,” heath said. “i love it. it is so much music and it (the transition) happens so fast. it’s been rewarding for me to see how africanamericans were treated then up until now and how the culture has changed.” heath said her favorite song out of the musical is “i Wanna Go Where Jesus is.” “it’s a more personal song. at the end of it i always say, even in rehearsals, i got a daddy waiting there because my father lived so that he could go to heaven one day,” she

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said. “Singing that particular song is like my tribute to him.” robinson said that residents every where can relate to the musical because of how far gospel reaches into the people’s lives.

“Gospel just continues to grow, even with the young people rapping the gospel message. it’s something that has been a part of our lives and i think it’s something that will continue to be a part of our lives,” robinson said. “if i can touch one, i feel good.” robinson said that she has left the musical in a format where it could be changed in the future to continue to show the progression of the genre. “hopefully it will be someone else that will take it in hand and say ‘let’s do the extended version’ or ‘let’s do volume two.’ i

McDonald’s inspiration celebration Gospel tour is coming to Greensboro for a free night of inspiration and joyful song on thursday, May 21 at Mt. Zion Baptist church. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the concert starts at 7 p.m.

Some of gospel music’s biggest acts have partnered with McDonald’s to give back to communities across the nation through the 14-city concert series. attendees will be encouraged to support the triad’s ronald McDonald house of Winston-Salem by donating to help local families served by the charity. hosting the tour is Stellar award-nominated artist and radio personality lonnie hunter. Joining him on stage will be music director and songwriter Donald lawrence, evangelist and the “rose of Gospel” Dorinda clark-cole, ricky Dillard, urban inspirational artist DeWayne Woods, Stellar award nominee and Bet’s “Sunday Best” season

six winner tasha page-lockhart and christian comedienne Small Fire. in 2014, the triad community helped raise more than $30,000 to benefit ronald McDonald house charities. the cross-country concert series, back for its ninth year, will kick off on May 13 and run through october 17, making stops in atlanta, charlotte, chicago, Detroit, Greensboro, houston, indianapolis, Jackson, los angeles, Milwaukee, philadelphia, raleigh, St. louis and Washington, D.c. reserve tickets to the Greensboro concert at www.365black.com and from the following physical locations: Greensboro lifeWay christian Store, 5417-B Sapp road in Greensboro; Burlington lifeWay christian Store in alamance center, 1348 Java lane, Suite 106 in Burlington; and Winston-Salem lifeWay christian Store in hanes point, 1082 hanes Mall Boulevard in WinstonSalem.

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munity,” said East Ward Council Member Derwin Montgomery. “What we see tonight (on May 4) are individuals who are passionate about that and want to make sure this council and others know the desire of the community and what the community wants to see happening within its confines and boundaries. That does not end with this conversation, but it’s only a portion of the larger picture.” resources to In 2010, the Housing Authority of the City of SPECIAL TO add five addiWinston-Salem developed a master plan for the Cleveland THE CHRONICLE tional staff to Avenue Community that was endorsed by both the city Neighbors for Better accommodate and county planning boards and the City Council.

Submitted Photo The goal of the plan is to “create a mixed-income, Neighborhoods (NBN) will s c h e d u l i n g Pictured left to right: Front row, Margot Jerome, Paula McCoy, mixed-use neighborhood by increasing the density toward enter its 25th year July 1. It Neighbor Nites Robert Leak III, Dee Washington, Carly Williams, Cornelius the Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, attracting retailers, closes out fiscal 2014 on (an NBN cre- Graves, Nakida McDaniel, John Gladman II, Lucia Terpak. removing the superblocks by reconnecting the street grid, June 30th by celebrating ation) and to Back row, English Bradshaw, Kenneth Holly, Anthony Rue providing a new boulevard, and creating a pedestrian- community organizing in conduct surComing full circle, this Winston-Salem since their 14 added east northeast veys in the new neighbor- year’s friendly environment.”

Winston-Salem first meeting over 20 years Resident Amber Baker is looking to put down roots in Winston-Salem neighbor- hoods.

Foundation Community ago.In true ABCD fashion Neighbor Nites are Luncheon keynote speaker, on the day before the the community and is hoping to reinvest in the communi- hoods, strides made possible through $180,000 in where residents connect to John McKnight, first met luncheon, NBN hosted “A ty.

“Currently I reside in Kensington Village, which is a grants from The Winston- discuss and share resources NBN Executive Director Neighborhood Moment wonderful example of a property that was once riddled Salem Foundation, Kate B. in their own neighbor- Paula McCoy during his with John McKnight” at with crime and an eyesore for the city that has since been Reynolds Charitable Trust, hoods, and where they plan visit to Winston-Salem in Fourteenth Street Smith Reynolds projects that benefit their the 1990s. McCoy warmly Recreation Center. It was redeveloped,” Baker said. “I am now to looking to pur- Z. Foundation, the City of families. chase in East Winston because introduced John McKnight, well-attended. and Over 24 years ago, professor emeritus of eduI’m willing to put my money where my mouth is. As Winston-Salem NBN is a local organiNBN gave its first grant for cation and social policy at zation that partners with a professional, I realize that the way we will continue to Forsyth County.

In addition, new con- the purpose of strengthen- Northwestern University in neighborhood build that community is when people like myself purchase groups. tracts with the Housing ing a Winston-Salem Evanston, Illinois at the fContact NBN at 336-602in that neighborhood.

As you continue to build East Winston, you need to Authority of Winston- neighborhood that used an luncheon; and McKnight 2519 or look at what you’re putting there as people like myself Salem (HAWS) and United asset-based community received her with pride, dwashington@nbncommuWay of Forsyth County development (ABCD) remarking on the enduring nity.org for more informalook to reinvest in the city.”

In 2014, HAWS was awarded by the U.S. Department totaling $117,000 provided approach. strides NBN has made in tion. of Housing and Urban Development a $500,000 Choice Neighborhoods Planning Grant to support those efforts of S MAKE IT A transforming the designated area. The plan covers 130 LET’ acres of the area.

HAWS claims to have invested $10 million dollars in May 13 – May 19, 2015 the community since 2010 including the development of multiple new multifamily residential properties.

The Oaks at Tenth is a new multifamily development that has been recently completed, and Camden Station Apartments, at the corner of Cleveland Avenue and Twelfth Street, are now under construction.

LB While it was pointed out that the city has made investments into the area’s shopping centers on New Walkertown Road and the old Mutual Insurance building, it still leaves much to be desired.

“Yes, we’ve made investments, but we are going to have to do a whole lot more than what we have done if this neighborhood and community is to become what people have seen it to be in the past and what we all know it can be in the future,” Montgomery said.

Resident and local political watchdog JoAnn Allen said that the council seems to lack vision.

“As long as we’re talking about downtown, you all have all the vision you can muster up. But when we talk about South Winston, East Winston or Northeast Winston, there is nothing.

LB LB You all make all these decisions but you don’t come and actually see what’s going on,” Allen said. “Your job is to do right by the people who elected you to be there, once again, whether that was legally or illegally.

You continue to make East Winston one of the poorest in the state.”

Mayor Pro Tempore Vivian H. Burke said that she has been one of the few elected officials that has gone on record as saying that there have been too may undesirable activities east of U.S. 52 and that council is going to have to do better.

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Montgomery seconded that thought saying residents should continue to make their voices heard at the meetings and beyond.

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The Chronicle is dedicated to serving the residents of Winston-Salem and Forsyth County by giving voice to the voiceless, speaking truth to power, standing for integrity and encouraging open communication and lively debate throughout the community.

Get involved in process for new bus routes

The Winston-Salem Transit Authority (WSTA) is holding information sessions for the public through June 8 to explain the changes planned for the bus system starting later this year or early next year.

Everyone should be involved in the process of this major overhaul of WSTA bus routes. The major overhaul is the first one since the city of Winston-Salem bought the Safe Bus Co. in 1972.

The Safe Bus Co., owned by African-Americans, had developed an extensive route system based on the east side of Winston-Salem. It served that area during segregation because that’s where most of the African-Americans lived. Most African-Americans in Winston-Salem still live on the east side of the city. Safe Bus extended its routes to other parts of the city during its existence when the bus system serving the west side of the city shut down.

WSTA has information about each proposed new routes and a schedule of the information sessions on its website at http://www.wstransit.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/proposed-route-changes-booklet.pdf. Also, see The Chronicle’s story at http://www.wschronicle.com/2015/04/wsta-changing-bus-routes/.

Everyone should become involved in the process because buses ride through neighborhoods where people live, neighbors use the bus system and taxpayers’ money pays for it.

WSTA has said that under its proposal, routes will change, all bus routes will receive new numerical names and the frequency of bus service will increase.

That will mean big changes in people’s lives.

Riders will have to function with the new route numbers and times.

In a survey of the preliminary bus routes on the website, some bus stops on schedules now have been eliminated. Some riders will have to walk farther to get to bus stops or find alternative means of transportation.

WSTA officials say the goal with the new routes will be to have shorter travel time and better passenger access, too. But there are fewer routes. Now there are 40 routes. Under the proposal, there will be 26 routes. What will this mean for bus riders across the city, especially for those who live east of U.S. Highway 52? These residents largely use the bus system.

Attend the WSTA sessions in your ward to find out what the new bus system will mean to you and your neighbors, or attend a session at the Transportation Center on Fifth Street downtown.

Transportation is very important to people’s lives.

It could make or break a job offer or even a promotion. It could mean limited groceries if people cannot get to the grocery store. It could mean issues with childcare if people cannot get their children to the people who will take care of them. It could mean not attending college or any other school if students cannot get there.

Without a public bus system that is reliable and convenient, people will have to find more expensive alternatives, such as cabs.

Of course, residents might have friends and neighbors who will give them rides or they can buy cars so they won’t have to ride the bus.

That would ease their transportation burden.

However, those alternatives won’t be an option for everyone.

The bus system in Winston-Salem is inexpensive, saving people money to spend in other areas of their lives. WSTA officials said the proposed system would operate at the current cost of the transit system, using the same amount of miles driven and worker hours. They say there won’t be an increased cost to passengers or the city.

This seems to mean that bus fares will not increase. But many riders now will have to make changes in their lives if the buses don’t come near their homes under the new schedules, which could mean they will have to spend extra money.

Council members are discussing the changes in the bus system at their constituent meetings, also.

Council Member Derwin Montgomery will hold his East Ward Town Hall Meeting meeting tonight (Thursday, May 14) at New Jerusalem Baptist Church, 1212 North Dunleith Ave. Attend the WSTA sessions and ask questions and let your voice be heard. The sessions are supposed to be places at which the WSTA wants to hear from you. Let them hear you, loud and clear.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Some things to think about after program reflection To the Editor:

The recognition of the three band directors – Rudolph V. Boone Sr. (Carver High School), Bernard T. Foy Sr. (Deceased - Paisley IB Magnet School) and Harry D. Wheeler (Deceased – Winston-Salem Preparatory Academy) – on Saturday, April 25, 2015 has incomprehensible significance or implications, way beyond human understanding or imagination.

The attendance at the Dedication Program was certainly no indication of its impact, success or significance.

It was noble (liberal) of the Big 4 Alumni Association of Forsyth County Inc. to accept such a proposal to petition the WinstonSalem/Forsyth County School Board to recognize three of its former dedicated and long-serving band directors in one parliamentary action, by naming their respective school band rooms in their honor.

It was equally noble of the W-S/FC S c h o o l Board to vote unaniBoone mously to approve the recommendation and follow through on the process in a relatively short period of time.

It was noble of those who signed petitions in favor of this recognition and those who support the idea with financial contributions, program participation, written and spoken words of appreciation, encouragement, gratefulness and satisfaction.

Obviously, there are lessons to be learned from this noble endeavor.

The big thing is … this community will be better off because of this history-making decision and action, as

well as the state and nation.

Thanks to all who helped make this noble thing happen and let the world know about it!!

Rudolph V. Boone Sr. - Honoree

No Summer Camp opportunity for our 1st and 2nd graders attending Title I Schools?

To the Editor:

Opportunity. That is the commodity which every child in Forsyth County should have access.

Unfortunately, the state of affairs in the local school system has singled out students at low performing schools and limited access to opportunity. Simply, too many of our schools are failing our children. And unfortunately most of the children in the schools that are failing are brown and black.

Nearly every elementary school that has a majority of black and brown students in Forsyth County received a grade of D or F in the latest assessment. That indeed is a shame. Added to that fact is the limited amount of access to tools that will help these students and ultimately these schools to improve.

I am thoroughly disgusted with the lack of resources being pumped into these failing schools. My daughter spent the first four years of her academic career at Forsyth Country Day, one of the top private schools in the state. Last year, because of our changing economic circumstances, we were forced to take her out of FCDS and enroll her in the local public school system for the first time.

The choices were to enroll her at Ashley or Cook Elementary. We enrolled her at Cook. What a shock that was for her.

My daughter has always loved school. She has been one of the class leaders since she enrolled in the Jr. Pre-K program at Forsyth Country Day. As she moved up to Pre-K, Kindergarten and First Grade she continued to excel. However, last

year as a second-grader, she began to dislike school. Too many children off task, too many interruptions of instruction and too many fights.

Fortunately her zest for learning was restored last summer when she attended the Explorers Camp at Petree Elementary. That camp, which was funded by Title I, was refreshing and exciting. She compared her daily activity to that which she had experienced at Forsyth Country Day, where she was very active as the lead in plays both her kindergarten and first grade year. As a member of the Give Me the Beat choir at FCDS, she had performed musically at a number of venues, including a performance at BB&T [Ballpark] where the choir sang the National Anthem before a WinstonSalem Dash game.

Reinvigorated, she eagerly anticipated going to the Explorers Camp each morning. She jumped up every morning excited to have the chance to learn and share experiences with fellow campers. Campers studied the cultures of Mexico and China. They also had an opportunity to display their musical talents for fellow campers. In addition, they received tutoring to improve their English and math skills.

As a result, her experience this year at Cook Elementary has been very rewarding. Despite distractions, she has been a leader throughout the school year. Her grades have been exemplary. She has made A’s in all of her academic classes, and I was very excited about her grading out on the 92nd percentile on a recent end-ofquarter test in math.

Yet, I am concerned that she might regress this summer because she won’t be able to attend the Explorers Camp. Surely, the powers that be in the local school system realized how much it added to the lives of the children who attended the camp last summer. It is a shame that such a wonderful vehicle for affording black and brown children in our county an opportunity to learn, grow, and, more importantly, to not regress, will not be available for them this summer. After all, shouldn’t they want to give every child in the school system an opportunity to broaden their horizons?

Theresa Davis

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Why thousands of average citizens could get dragged into court by controversial “debt buying” legislation Rob Schofield

Guest Columnist

‘ D e b t buying’ legislation is threatening consumers with court system spam

If you thought that the ignominy of being sued for “bad debt” and all the fun things that come with it is a phenomenon that only afflicts poor people and/or those desperate or gullible enough to get sucked into the vortex of predatory, high-cost loans, it may be time to think again.

Indeed, if the sponsors of two bills in the General Assembly and the giant national debt collection outfits behind them get their way, the “excitement” of the experience could soon be a part of your life and/or someone you know or love. In many parts of the country with weak consumer protection laws, this is already the case.

The “debt buying” industry

At issue is the subject of predatory “debt buyers” – multimillion dollar collection mills that buy up old debts (both real and fictitious) and try to collect (i.e. squeeze out) what they can.

Here’s the rather polite way the business was described in a 2014 report from the Center for Responsible Lending [1]:

“Debt buyers are specialized companies that purchase charged-off or other delinquent debt from credit card companies, banks, and other creditors for pennies-on-the-dollar. These companies then attempt to collect the debts themselves or through collection agencies or law firms.

Some debt buyers also repackage and sell the debt they have bought to another debt buyer, either almost immediately or after already having attempted to collect the debt.”

The report goes on to explain that while credit card debt is the debt buying industry’s bread and butter, these outfits also purchase student loans, medical debt, utility and phone bills, tax liens, car loans, and mortgage and auto deficiencies.

“So what’s the problem?” you ask.

“Isn’t this just good old American capitalism working its magic?”

Not exactly.

The problem – as it is in so many industries – isn’t necessarily the basic concept; it’s how the business has come to work in practice. Again, here’s the Center for Responsible Lending report: “When debt buyers acquire portfolios of charged-off debt, they rarely purchase documentation of the debts, but instead purchase an electronic file containing limited information on all of the debts in the portfolio. These portfolios are typically sold “as is”; often, account information is inaccurate, outdated, or missing, particularly if the debt is resold multiple times.

court records in New York (where laws are much weaker) found that some lawsuits filed by debt buyers included fabricated credit card statements created years after borrowers’ relationships with the creditors in question had ended.

But wait, it gets worse. The proposed legislation also allows a debt buyer to contact consumers on debts that are past the statute of limitations. Debt buyers claim that this provision will help consumers so they can get old debts cleared off their credit reports, but as consumer advocates rightfully point out, paying off a debt that appears on a credit report does NOT clear it off the report—it actually makes it stay on the report even longer.

The inaccuracies and lack of basic information—as well as the collection tactics used by debt buyers—result in consumers being harassed and wrongly sued for debts they do not owe or have already paid or settled, and courts around the country are overwhelmed by a flood of cases filed against consumers.”

An article on the international news website Reuters (“The sleazy world of predatory debt buyers” [2]) put it less gently back in 2010: “These institutions make hundreds of millions of dollars by suing people in lowincome neighborhoods, often without properly serving them with notice that they’re being sued. When the alleged debtor doesn’t show up for court, the debt buyers get a default judgment, and start attaching bank accounts and garnishing wages. Often they do this successfully even when the debt is not legitimate” In other words, the debt buyers aren’t really immersing themselves in the details of these debts and exploring in great detail how to target genuine deadbeats with a real ability to pay. Instead, they simply buy up old debts “by the gross” (often from other debt buyers), throw a vast number of claims at the wall (the courts system) and see what “sticks.” Many of the “debts” aren’t even valid. The whole thing is akin to a kind of justice system “spam.”

The situation in North Carolina

Right now in North Carolina, thanks to a bipartisan 2009 consumer protection law that is one of the strongest in the country, the worst industry practices are kept away.

Prior to that time, debt buyers flooded North Carolina courts with lawsuits even where they had no actual proof that the consumer owed the debt. Many suits were filed against the wrong people, or people who had already paid or settled the debt.

Many of these debts were old and way past the statute of limitations (the date set by law after which a right to sue expires).

That these practices resulted in big cash for debt buyers isn’t surprising. In many instances, debtors simply did not

understand why they had been sued, or what they needed to do to defend themselves. Most consumers, of course, either could not afford an attorney or find one to take such a case. In the majority of cases, the debt buyer simply got a “default judgment” (which is what happens when the consumer fails to respond to the lawsuit) or a “summary judgment” when the consumer appeared unrepresented.

The bipartisan 2009 law, however, changed things. North Carolina became the first state in the nation to protect consumers from these frequently frivolous lawsuits with some basic, common sense protections. The law simply requires that, before debt buyers come into our court system, they must have proof that the consumer owes the debt, how much they owe, and how the total is calculated. Before they can get a “default judgment” or “summary judgment” in court, even if the consumer has failed to appear, they have to prove that they are entitled to the amount they claim is owed.

Rolling back the protections?

Yesterday (Tuesday, April 28), the House Banking Committee heard an industry-driven proposal [3] ( [4]see the Senate version) that would roll back these protections. Under the bill, instead of proving that the consumer owes the amount claimed, the debt buyer would be able to submit a “charge-off” statement.

Such statements merely summarize the amounts on the last credit card statement.

There is nothing to explain how much was incurred for purchases, how the interest was calculated, or what the fees were that the consumer agreed to pay.

As consumer advocates noted at the hearing, the proposal would allow debt buyers to submit unreliable or fabricated evidence to the court. Under current North Carolina law, debt buyers have to go by the rules of evidence applicable to any litigant before they submit documents to the court.

The new legislation removes that requirement.

The results that such changes would produce are predictable. A recent review of

Cause for optimism going forward?

One small bit of good news surrounding this issue is that no vote was taken in yesterday’s committee. Rather than simply ramming the bill through as is so often the pattern in the General Assembly these days, the committee, which is chaired by Rep. Julia Howard (an occasional maverick on some issues – especially consumer protection), actually took some time to hear significant outside testimony.

Let’s hope lawmakers got the message and now recognize the danger in subjecting their constituents to this particular brand of legal system spam.

Rob Schofield, director of research and policy development at N.C. Policy Watch, has three decades of experience as a lawyer, lobbyist, writer, commentator and trainer. At N.C. Policy Watch, Rob writes and edits frequent opinion pieces and blog posts, speaks to various civic groups, appears regularly on TV and radio and helps build and develop movements for change. Contact him at rob@ncpolicywatch.com or 919-861-2065.

Article printed from NC Policy Watch: http://www.ncpolicywatch.com

URL to article: http://www.ncpolicywatch.com/2015/04/28/threatening-consumers-with-court-system-spam/ URLs in this post: [1] a 2014 report from the Center for Responsible Lending: http://www.responsiblelending.org/state-oflending/reports/11-Debt-Collection.pdf [2] (“The sleazy world of predatory debt buyers”: http://blogs.reuters.com/felixsalmon/2010/05/25/the-sleazy-world-ofpredatory-debt-buyers/ [3] an industry-driven proposal: http://www.ncleg.net/gascripts/BillLookU p/BillLookUp.pl?Session=2015&BillID= H541 [4] here: http://www.ncleg.net/gascripts/BillLookU p/BillLookUp.pl?Session=2015&BillID= S511

$400 million surplus will test McCrory’s leadership ability

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Chris Fitzsimon

Guest Columnist

The unexpected good news last week that the state will have a $400 million surplus at the end of the fiscal year presents another interesting test of Gov. Pat McCrory’s leadership ability.

McCrory wants to use part of the surplus to reinstate the tax deduction for medical expenses for seniors, give raises to prison guards and other select groups of state employees, restore the state historic tax credit program, and fund infrastructure projects.

House leaders seem inclined to go along with the proposal from McCrory, who also wants to put a significant percentage of the surplus in the state’s savings account.

Senate leaders are all for the savings idea, but don’t seem too thrilled with restoring the tax deduction for medical expenses and have said many times they

oppose bringing back historic tax credits even though the program creates jobs and is popular with developers and conservationists alike.

McCrory has been crisscrossing the state for months trying to build support for the tax credit program but key senators have so far been unwilling to soften their opposition.

And the problem isn’t money anyway; it is philosophical. Senate leaders are resisting any changes to the 2013 tax reform package that ended several credits and deductions while giving corporations and wealthy individuals huge tax breaks.

Despite McCrory’s effort to reinstate the historic tax credit, the battle over the medical deduction for seniors may be the most explosive politically.

Lawmakers were flooded by calls from seniors around Tax Day upset that the end of the deduction meant they were paying more in state taxes despite the claims by legislators that everybody received a tax cut.

Restoring the deduction would cost roughly $40 million a year.

One other factor complicating McCrory’s request is that the budget surplus is one-time money that shouldn’t be used to

pay for ongoing expenses like tax credits and salary increases.

Lawmakers could use some of the projected revenue growth in next year’s budget to pay for McCrory’s ideas and save the surplus for one-time expenses, which would be the more prudent course.

But that would still mean that senators would have to soften their philosophical opposition to the tax credits and deductions, and there’s no sign of that on the horizon.

And all this comes as McCrory continues to flounder in his Number One objective: to convince lawmakers to approve a

package of incentives to help attract new jobs to the state.

McCrory made it clear before the General Assembly session began that he wanted the House and Senate to approve incentive legislation in the first two weeks of the session that began in January.

It is now May and no new incentive legislation has reached his desk.

The House has passed a plan that includes much of what McCrory is seeking in the short run, but the Senate hasn’t passed any incentive plan, despite numerous hearings before the Senate Finance

Committee.

McCrory’s supporters are working hard to counter the conventional wisdom that McCrory is not really in charge in Raleigh and is often overpowered by legislative leaders.

The new talking point is that he has exerted himself more with the General Assembly this year, “getting his sea legs” as one GOP political consultant put it in a recent story in the National Journal.

But that’s hard to see given that Senate leaders continue to reject McCrory’s top priorities and ignore his deadlines.

The newly realized budget surplus gives McCrory some momentum. Let’s see if he can use it to finally take charge of the state he was elected to lead.

Chris Fitzsimon is the Founder and Director of NC Policy Watch – a progressive public policy think tank that is a special project of the N.C. Justice Center. You can reach him a t chris@ncpolicywatch.com.

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Scores of people marched to the Reynolds American building, where the company’s shareholders meeting was being held on Thursday, May 7, to demand the company act to ensure that its supply chain is free of human rights abuses.

The Farm Labor Organizing Committee, AFL-CIO (FLOC) then marched to Lloyd Presbyterian Church, on 748 Chestnut St. and held a rally.

Baldemar Velasquez, president of FLOC, a union that represents tobacco farm workers in North Carolina and the U.S. South, said, “We’ll keep coming back until Reynolds American decides to really do something about the conditions farm workers endure in North Carolina tobacco fields. It took us five years just to sit down and talk with Reynolds; this shows that our actions are working.”

FLOC is focusing on three areas: reliance on human trafficking for the company’s labor supply on contract farms; squalid conditions found in the labor camps; and the state of fear of retaliation for workers who complain about these abuses.

Velasquez believes that only when migrant farm workers have a recognized worker organization can their complaints

about their working and living conditions be effectively addressed. He wants Reynolds American put into practice the company’s commitments to human rights and sign an agreement guaranteeing freedom of association on their contract farms.

After nearly three years of discussions Reynolds American has yet to sign an agreement with FLOC. “It took us five years just to get a meeting and we’ve been waiting for nearly three years for a signed agreement” Velasquez said. “How many more years will it take before Reynolds American signs an agreement with FLOC guaranteeing freedom of association on their contract farms?”

“We had an extended Q. and A. sessions where folks were quite cordial,” said David Howard, media contact for Reynolds American. “We had some good back and forth, and good discussions on matters of interest, so overall it was a very good annual shareholders meeting.

"We were able to illustrate and give summary of many things that R.J. Reynolds has done in taking significant steps to promote responsibility in the tobacco supply chain in 2014, stressing that we remain committed to finding ways to make further improvements moving forward.

Jasmine Whaley, a community supporter of AFL-CIO, reacts during the rally as she and hundreds of people of all races and ages join in support of the Farm Labor Organizing Committee’s efforts to end human rights abuses in North Carolina tobacco fields.

Photo by Erin Mizelle for the Winston-Salem Chronicle

In 2014, in advance of FLOC’s 2014 organizing campaign that the union had last year, FLOC had expressed to us concern about having access to workers, Howard said. “To assist in that, we worked with grower groups to educate growers about the rights of access to FLOC, so FLOC could come and communicate with workers on the farm about the union. We invited FLOC to inform us about any violations of that right and we did not receive a single report of a RJRT (R.J. Reynolds Tobacco) grower denying workers access to FLOC, so obviously I think that went well.

“In last year’s shareholder meeting, FLOC had also said that workers might suffer retaliation if asking for a raise or complained about working conditions, so R.J. Reynolds Tobacco company’s 2015

BIG TENT PROJECT

Tai Hensley, a junior at Wake Forest University and president of the multicultural sorority Delta XI PHI, stands in front of The Big Tent Project, a project addressing race relations and diversity in Winston-Salem since 2011.

Grower Contract expressly prohibits growers from retaliating against workers for seeking changes in the terms and the conditions of their employment.

This is in our contract language with our growers.”

Howard said Reynolds American officials “feel we have listened to FLOC and took direct action after listening to their concerns, in an area where we can. That’s what’s important here. ... We are working very hard to make a difference.’’

Howard said that in Reynolds American’s grower contracts this year, “we now prohibit the use of child labor. In others words, growers can’t employ workers under the age of 16. They can employ 16 and 17 year old workers only with written parental consent and only after they’ve received safety training.”

Members of the multicultural sorority, Delta XI PHI, and Wake Forest student government showcase The Big Tent Project as together they ask the question, “Who are you?” in efforts to challenge stereotypes and stop racism.

Photos by Erin Mizelle for the Winston-Salem Chronicle

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A project addressing race relations and diversity in Winston- Salem reappeared, this time at Wake Forest University. It is called “The Big Tent: Transforming Race Project.”

In 2012, the project traveled to different high schools to discuss the topic of race.

This project has been in the works since 2011 through the Winston Salem Human Relations Department, Professor David Finn at Wake Forest University, and several Wake Forest and WinstonSalem/Forsyth County students as well as a variety of volunteers.

On Friday, April 24, two Wake Forest organizations, Delta Xi Phi Multicultural Sorority and Student Government, brought a big tent to Manchester Plaza with a focus on identity and misrepresentation.

“This is one of many efforts held by student groups on campus to take a step toward living out our motto of Pro Humanitate, or "For Humanity" as we have faced some issues in the past school year relating to race relations and misrepresentation,” said Tai Hensley, president of the Delta Xi Phi Multicultural Sorority. “We are hoping this project will help our student community continue our journey toward being an inclusive environment for all students.”

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Cobblestone Farmer’s Market downtown opened Wednesday, May 6. The market, which is open from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Wednesdays through Oct. 28, offers local, sustainably produced vegetables and other foods. SNAP/EBT and WIC food benefits accepted.

The Cobblestone Farmers Market is a local, sustainable, producer-only farmers market located on Trade Street in downtown WinstonSalem. SNAP/EBT and Farmers Market Nutrition Program WIC are accepted with match program.

The Downtown Cobblestone Farmers Market, located on Trade Street between Martin Luther King Drive and 7th Street, opened on Wednesday, May 6, in downtown Winston-Salem. It will remain open each Wednesday afternoon from 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm until it’s final day of the season on Wednesday, October 28, 2015.

Photos by Erin Mizelle for the Winston-Salem Chronicle

Freshly picked radishes and romaine lettuces are two varieties of the readily available produce for purchase at the Downtown Cobblestone Farmers Market.

The first mustards and kale of the season are ready for purchase at the season’s opening day of the Downtown Cobblestone Farmers Market, located on Trade Street underneath the patio of Mary’s Gourmet Diner.

QEA’s track and field team leaves contest as champions

Quality Education Academy Senior Class President Frankie Gist leads a march on Tuesday, May 5. About 200 students and staff members marched from Quality Education Academy down Carver School Road.

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\SPECIAL TO THE CHRONICLE Going into the championship as the No. 1 Seed, Quality Education Academy’s track and field team did its city proud in Raleigh on Saturday, May 9, as the top scoring team out of the five teams who competed, scoring 111 points overall.

This season’s MVPs are Zhane’ Epps and Sierra Burton on the girls’ side, and Chaz Williams ends the season as the boys MVP. A challenging yet rewarding day for QEA resulted in the team bringing the PIAC Championship trophy home, putting the icing on the cake to an undefeated season.

As the 2014-2015 track and field team ends with a bang, QEA’s student body begins to shine the light on social injustice.

Outraged by the recent deaths of unarmed African American citizens at the hands of law enforcement officers in the United States, students demanded that their voices be heard. Students planned a peaceful protest, complete with time and location and submitted their plans to Chief Development Officer Tamara Turner.

Turner says, “I was overwhelmed with

pride that our students are so aware of what’s going on in the world around them ... and that they care to be heard and desire to make positive change! It was wonderful!” After receiving the green light to move, the students did just that.

With Senior Class President Frankie Gist at the helm, a student-led March was held on Tuesday, May 5. About 200 students and staff members marched from Quality Education Academy down Carver School Road to the community recreation center and back in an effort to both bring awareness to the community and seek justice regarding the many social injustices that are currently plaguing the nation.

Gist says, “We realize as students that change begins with the individual. We wish to be the change that we want to see in the world. That’s why we march and protest peacefully. We love that our school allows and even encourages us to express ourselves in a positive way.”

For a full schedule of events and additional information, visit our website www.qeschools.org or call 336-744-7138.

Selling out within the first seven minutes of opening, the Downtown Cobblestone Farmers Market will offer freshly picked strawberries for as long as they are in season and readily available from the producers who grow them.

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Chef Nikki Miller-Ka begins to prepare “Inside/Out Grilled Cheese Sandwiches” in front of a television camera crew and live audience as part of the $20 Challenge with Chef Nikki on Saturday, May 22, at the Dixie Classic Fair Farmers Market in WinstonSalem. Each challenge, Chef Nikki shows how to prepare a meal for just $20 using ingredients she buys that day; the bread, cheese, and butter used to prepare the sandwiches total $9.62.

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Chives and onions are sliced and diced and ready to be used in Chef Nikki’s “5 Onion Soup.”

Local chef shows how $20 goes a long way

BY CHANEL DAVIS THE CHRONICLE

Walking through the Dixie Classic Farmers Market you never know what you’re going to get, both in produce and attendees.

Among the different varieties of produce and the diverse attedees, you may be standing next to one of the region’s finest chefs trained in classical French cuisine.

She may be picking out produce for her next meal, and if you hang around long enough, you can see, and smell, the fruits of her labor.

That’s because Nikki Miller-Ka is back with the city’s $20 Challenge, in which Miller-Ka demonstrates to attendees how to stretch their bucks without sacrificing the quality of food made. Miller-Ka is a private chef, food blogger, podcast host and food tour guide for Taste of Carolina Gourmet Food tours. She holds a bachelor’s degree in English from East Carolina University and a Culinary Arts degree from Le Cordon Bleu-Miami.

She said the idea for the challenge came from Winston-Salem Marketing and Communications Director Ed McNeal.

“He gave me the general idea, and I was like ‘OK I’m in.’ It wasn’t really a question. When we sat down and put out what we were going to do, I was thinking this is a huge project. In 2014 we did nine episodes; the second and fourth Saturday of the month,” Miller-Ka said.

“When I first walked into the farmers market, I immediately started smiling. They had my name up, a whole table set-up with the mirror so that people could see, the camera crew was there and so was City Council.”

McNeal said the market was working to get a younger demographic to come out and that Nikki was just the person to do it.

“She’s one of the best food bloggers and social media people in our area. I knew that, being a Cordon Bleu trained chef, she had the food side for it and I knew that she has a wonderful personality to be able to get in there and meet new farmers and producers to make good television,” he said.

The concept behind the challenge is to prove that it’s possible to eat locally grown and healthy food while staying within a family’s grocery budget.

Miller-Ka will cook the food she’s picked for a family of four using no more than $20 that day at the farmers market.

“I was thinking I better come up with something. I still feel like that, and this is year two, after doing our first episode. I walk in there blind. I make it up as I go and hope to the good Lord that it comes out good,” she said.

McNeal said that last

year, the market saw an increase in young adults and young families coming out.

We saw times where people would come in to the market and they’d be looking around. They’d ask ‘Hey, where’s the show that I saw online? We give a lot of that credit to Nikki because she is that great figure that folks remember, and I think she engages them well,” he said.

The local chef said that she doesn’t typically cook foods that she doesn’t want to eat and keeps that, and her budget, in mind when shopping at the market.

“I get to the market at 8:30 a.m. and I see whose there and who has what. I have a little notebook and I write down what everyone has and for how much. I

Award winning Chef Nikki Miller-Ka shows how to prepare a meal for just $20 using ingredients she buys that day at the Dixie Classic Fair Farmers Market.

Photos by Erin Mizelle for the Winston-Salem Chronicle.

Photos by Erin Mizelle for the Winston-Salem Chronicle.

look at the quantity, quality and my budget. That’s how I determine what I’m going to buy,” Miller-Ka said.

“When I do decide I going to get this item from this person I tell them who I am, what I’m doing and ask them to put it aside for me so it doesn’t get gone.”

The challenge is held on the first Saturdays in May, June, August and September beginning at 10 a.m. and will be videotaped for WSTV and the city’s Youtube channel. MillerKa posts the recipes on her food blog, NikSnacksOnline.com.

It began May 2, with her cooking Inside Out Grilled Cheese sandwiches, five onion soup and salad greens with a french vinaigrette. Miller-Ka said that she typically has left-

overs from anything she makes, once she decides exactly what she’s making.

Because she never knows what will be at the market, she doesn’t really have a menu in advance.

“I just start buying things and hoping that it comes together. I hate that because I’m a planner but sometimes halfway through it just clicks. I get most of my inspiration from trade publications and magazines,” she said.

“Looking at the pictures and words on the page help me think of what I want to do.”

Miller-Ka is a member of the International Association of Culinary Professionals, WinstonSalem Jaycees and Girl Scouts of the USA. For her, it’s her way of giving back.

Along with volunteering her services at silent auctions and volunteering at a food bank to combat food insecurities.

“I feel like my name and my brand have power. I want to make my name and my brand more powerful by partnering with other brands and agencies to get the message across that food is for everyone.”

Which is one reason that the $20 Challenge is so important to her. It allows her to teach residents a lifeskill, or lifestyle for some, that fits their individual needs while stretching their dollars.

“This day and age it’s not about having an Andrew Jackson in your pocket. There’s people who are using SNAP benefits, EBT, seniors who are on a

fixed income in our community,” Miller-Ka said.

“Those are restrictions that you have no control over and you have to figure out what you’re going to do within those parameters. If someone like me can come in and show them how to make it work, then it benefits everyone.”

If you go

-The Dixie Classic Farmers Market, established in 1974, is the oldest farmers market in Forsyth County, according to a media release. It’s open at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds every Saturday year-round from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. Enter through the parking area off 27th Street.

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BY TEVIN STINSON FOR THE CHRONICLE

Photo by Tevin Stinson

Chase Vaden, left, and Denard Smoot, right, who were teammates of Savion Littlejohn, middle, have been one of the driving forces behind the Pray for Sae 7-on-7 football tournament. Vaden approached Savion with the idea while Smoot is responsible for getting participants for the tournament on May 30.

Last year around this time, Savion Littlejohn, a sophomore linebacker at Reagan High School, was preparing for the summer grind of football season.

This year football is not as important to the towering runstopper.

In a few weeks Savion will have his final treatment of chemotherapy.

After what seemed to be a simple back injury during the playoffs last season, Savion's grandparents urged him to go to the hospital. That's when he was diagnosed with lymphoma.

Savion, who is known for his hard-nose play on the field, took the news in stride. After four treatments of chermotherapy, he still walks the halls smiling.

“I see this as just a minor setback, but it's cool,” Savion said. “I know I’ll come out of this better than ever."

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Pray For Sae 7-on-7 football tournament fundraiser

Date and Time: Saturday, May 30, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Place: Reagan High School, 3750 Transou Road, Pfafftown Admission: $5; children 10 and under get in free All money raised and donated on this day will be given to Savion Littlejohn, a current junior football player at Reagan High School who is battling lymphoma.

Finals will be streamed nationwide on CoachesAid.com.

For more information on the event as a whole, visit the website PrayForSae7on7.WebStarts.com or contact: Chase Vaden at jchasevaden@gmail.com or 336-3548769.

Washington-Saunders of Reagan finishes 2nd in the 400

BY CRAIG T. GREENLEE FOR THE CHRONICLE

It’s really no surprise that Parkland bagged another Class 4-A state outdoor track and field championship last weekend in Greensboro.

There was never any doubt that the Mustangs would rule.

Parkland, who led the field with 95 points, was clearly head and shoulders above everybody else. Cary was the runner-up with 59½ points, followed by Apex (58) and High Point Central (40).

So, now the curtains have closed on the superlative careers of six seniors who helped to make Parkland a formidable factor in high

Productive nucleus returns for Lady Rams next softball season

McKinley McNeil, left, runs past Eboni Roberson on the anchor leg of the 4x400 relay.

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WSSU's Mercedes Hargett slides into second base.

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Overall, Winston-Salem State University’s recently-concluded softball season was a struggle. It wasn’t until the next-to-last game that the Lady Rams assured themselves of finishing above the .500 mark. On the plus side, though, the ladies finished strong and won 12 of their last 17 games.

“There were ups and downs,” said Coach LaTaya Hilliard-Gray of WSSU, which finished the year at 2322. “But with this team, it was never a question of talent. It was more about being consistent. They learned for themselves that in order to win a championship and advance to the regionals, they have to play as a unit in every game.”

With three seniors departing from this year’s team, Gray will have a viable cast of returning players for next season – all of whom will be sophomores or juniors. Of that group, See Lady Rams on B2

Hayden O'Neal has filled a variety of roles as a starter and relief pitcher.

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Pitchers need support to propel Rams in postseason

BY CRAIG T. GREENLEE FOR THE CHRONICLE

Winston-Salem State University has more than enough power and punch in its lineup to make a strong run in the NCAA Atlantic Regional Baseball Championships, which begins today (Thursday, May 14) in Erie, Pennsylvania.

Scoring runs, however, is just one part of the equation.

Stand-out pitching is a much-needed requisite to survive and advance. Still, even the best pitching staffs need stellar defensive support.

In postseason play, the combination of timely hitting, stellar mound work and solid defensive support, can’t be overemphasized. If any one of those three elements is missing from the mix, an early exit is the most likely.

That’s what happened to Winston-Salem State a year ago.

The Rams went home early after losing 4-3 to Shepherd (W.Va.) and 1-0 to Kutztown (Pa.) at the regionals. Against Shepherd, WSSU committed four errors, which led to three unearned runs.

In the Kutztown game, the Rams surrendered the game’s only run on a sacrifice fly in the top of the ninth inning. In the bottom half of the ninth, WSSU had a runner on third, but was unable to score a run that would’ve tied the game.

“Pitching-wise we’re not as deep as some teams, but we do have more depth now,” said Rams Coach Ken Ritsche. “Our guys pitched well at last year’s regionals, but we didn’t hit the ball particularly well. Plus, we didn’t come through defensively like we needed to. It’s important to make the big plays; it’s important to make the routine plays.”

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four were either All-CIAA or CIAA All-Tournament picks.

“We have a very good nucleus coming back,” Gray said. “But when you begin to focus on the next season, you take the steps to build your team to be better than it was the year before.”

In her recruiting, Gray’s main point of emphasis is to build depth, especially at pitcher, catcher and the middle infield positions. This past season, the lack of depth hurt the Lady Rams over the course of a 45-game season.

To remedy that situation, Gray’s focus will also include signing multi-positional players who can compete for playing time immediately.

“We need dominant players who can fill different roles,” she said. “With added depth, we’ll have enough skilled players on hand, so that in case of injuries, there’s not a drop-off talent-wise.

You never plan for injuries. But you do prepare for the possibility. It’s a huge plus to have good players who are ready to step in and get the job done.”

The Lady Rams got stellar production from a trio of sophomores in 2015. All three delivered at the plate and as multi-positional players who did most of the pitching.

Mercedes Hargett produced all-star-caliber numbers as a vastly improved hitter. A year ago, she struggled mightily as a freshman with a .182 batting average. This spring, she firmly established herself as a long-ball threat on every swing. Hargett hit .411, led the CIAA in home runs (13) and was No. 2 in RBIs (40).

Chyna Riley (.395 batting average) is a converted right-handed hitter who has gotten comfortable swinging the bat from the left side. She ended the season with a conference-high 58 hits. As the season progressed, Riley got better as a slap-hitter to all fields. In the process, she’s learned to take advantage of her foot speed, which enables her turn drag bunts into base hits.

Katherine Zimmer had a stand-out season and was recognized for her performance as the recipient of the Most Improved Player Award. Zimmer hit .346 and drove in 30 runs, which was second on the team behind Hargett.

Three freshmen showed much promise. Utility player Samantha Gibbs (.359) played well in 19 games, but missed most of the last half of the season due to a knee injury. Melissa Carillo made a smooth transition as the starting Lady Rams All-CIAA Picks catcher who committed * Mercedes Hargett just two errors in 212 * Allison Woodbury total chances. * Monet Daly Throughout the season, * Chyna Riley Carillo continued to # Danyelle Beamon improve as a disciplined hitter. Anna Marino, an * First team outfielder, got better as # Second team she gained more experience.

“When you look at Melissa’s batting average (.271), it doesn’t reflect the progress she made,” said Gray. “She does an exceptional job of putting the ball in play and moving the runners.

Anna, who came here as a right-handed hitter, had to get used to batting left-handed. It was a big adjustment, but over the final weeks, she played her best ball of the season.”

Winston-Salem State’s lack of depth had its biggest impact on the pitching staff. Entering the season, Gray had planned to use a four-pitcher rotation, which included three-time All-CIAA pick Monet Daly, Hargett, Riley and Zimmer. Those plans had to change. Due to ongoing knee and ankle ailments, there was a lot of uncertainty regarding Daly’s availability as a pitcher. So, Gray shortened the rotation to three, and Hargett got most of the work (pitched 148 2/3 innings of the staff total of 276 1/3 innings).

Hargett (10-13, 3.86 ERA) was tops in the conference with 152 strikeouts and she was second in pitching wins.

Riley went 5-8 with a 3.83 ERA. Zimmer (5-0, 3.44 ERA) proved to be effective and efficient.

“Each pitcher brings something different,” said Gray.

“Some bring speed, others have ball movement and pitch placement. We’re looking to get more help in that area.

You can never have too many pitchers.”

As explosive as the Lady Rams proved to be with their bats, they showed tendencies to self-destruct with questionable base running. In games where WSSU had sizable leads, the mistakes didn’t cause any damage. That wasn’t the case in closely-contested games. Mental mistakes on the base paths were never more evident than in a 7-2 loss to eventual CIAA Tournament champ Saint Augustine’s during the final weekend of regular-season play.

Trailing 5-0 in the bottom half of the fifth inning, WSSU scored two runs with no outs. From there things went downhill. Two base runners were picked off, which put an end to what could’ve been a more productive inning.

In the sixth, WSSU had the bases loaded with one out, but came up empty. An infield fly ball was caught for the second out, but the runner didn’t get back to first base in time and was thrown out to complete the double play.

“Those base running situations are about being aware and being alert,” said Gray. “It’s to our advantage to make better use of our speed, so we can keep people on base and score runs. It’s a part of the game that we have to get better at.”

NCAA Division II Baseball Atlantic Regionals

When: May 14-17, 2015 Where: Erie, Pa. Today (May 14) Winston-Salem State (No. 4 seed) vs. Seton Hill (No. 3 seed) Friday (May 15) If Rams win, they play Millersville or West Chester; If Rams lose, they will play Mercyhurst or West Virginia State Saturday (May 16) To be determined Sunday (May 17) If necessary To be determined Check www.wssurams.com and www.ncaa.com to get scores and pairings updates

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These departing seniors aren’t done with the sport. Ebony Williams (Clemson), Katlin Sherman (UNC), Erin Morrison (Hampton), Neteja Hale (UNC Asheville), Ila Mumford (Appalachian State) and Miaysha Bryant (N.C. Central) will attend college as scholarship athletes.

Over the past two years, the ladies have racked up team titles at four state championships (indoors and outdoors). Last summer they won a national outdoor title in the 4x200 relay and repeated as indoor national champs this past winter.

“The day went very well,” said Coach Antwan Hughes. “I hate to see my six seniors leave. They did a great job and re-wrote the school record books. Because of them, the track program has accomplished things that had never been done at Parkland.

For the last couple of years, our folks have stepped up big when it mattered most. When you make it to a state meet, it’s time to take it to another level. This year, these ladies took it to a level that I had never seen before.

I’m very thankful for everything these young ladies have done for our program.”

The state meet delivered a heavy dose of heart-thumping moments that involved Parkland’s top performers.

There were jaw-dropping, comefrom-behind wins in four track events that helped the Mustangs win the team title in run-away fashion.

Sherman, the defending state champ in the 100 and 200, wasn’t expected to repeat. Based on fastest times recorded, she was supposed to finish no higher than third in both events. In the 100 finals, however, Sherman had the final say.

For most of the race, Tamara Clark (High Point Central) and Sydnei Murphy (Apex) were locked in a tight battle for the lead and Sherman was a half-step behind. But over the last 10 meters, Sherman put on an amazing burst to beat both runners in a photo finish. The top three finishers were separated by .08 seconds with Sherman winning in 11.53.

Clark (11.55) was the runner-up and Murphy (11.61) finished third.

“I kept telling myself, ‘gotta win, gotta win,’” said Sherman, who competed at a high level all season in spite of a nagging ankle injury. “Near the end, I concentrated on picking up my knees, cocking my toes and pumping my arms as hard as I could. My adrenalin was pumping so hard that pain wasn’t an issue. God told me I could win, so I knew I could do it.”

Sherman, Clark and Murphy engaged in another tightly contested race in the 200. But the order of finish wasn’t the same as the 100. Clark prevailed with a time of 23.69 seconds, Sherman placed second (24.02) and Murphy was third (24.03).

In the hurdles, Williams more than lived up to her reputation as one of the nation’s elites. Williams overcame a wobbly start in the 100-meter hurdles to overtake top-seeded Gabriele Cunningham of Mallard Creek after both had cleared the last hurdle. Williams won with a statemeet record clocking of 13.44 seconds and Cunningham was second at 13.51.

“The start was horrible,” said Williams, who was voted MVP of the state indoor track and field championships in February. “But I always come back at the end. So, I wasn’t about to give up in that race. I just ran all the way through to the finish.”

Williams earned redemption in the 300-meter hurdles. A year ago, she led in the final stages at the state outdoor meet, but ended up finishing last when she hit the next-to-last hurdle and fell.

This time, it was smooth sailing from start to finish. Williams (42.19 seconds) was pressed over the final three hurdles by Cary’s Lakeisha

Tyler Scearce to handle most of the starting pitching duties next week. In the regional six-team field, four wins are needed to reach the College World Series scheduled for May 23-30 at the USA Baseball Complex in Cary, which is the same site as this year’s CIAA Tournament. At this juncture, it’s not clear who might get the call to pitch the fourth game if the Rams should make it to that point. The likely choice would be between submarine specialist Hayden O’Neal and one of the three starters.

Righthanders Hatcher (8-1, 4.61 ERA) and Burton (5-1, 2.44 ERA) are proven commodities as starters.

Scearce, a freshman lefty, who served mostly in a relief capacity earlier this season, has worked his way into the starting rotation. He replaces lefthander Jordan Carlton (4-4, 4.13 ERA), who’s scheduled to have surgery next week to remove a blood clot in his throwing arm.

Scearce (4-0, 2.04 ERA) showed his mettle as the starter and winning pitcher in last week’s 8-3 win over Virginia State in the conference tour-

Ebony Williams, right, dominated the hurdles races for the Mustangs.

Warner (42.51), but still won by a comfortable margin.

With the loss of six high-quality seniors, there’s an assumption that the Mustangs days as viable state-championship contenders are over with.

Time will tell. In the meantime, enter McKinley McNeill. At this year’s state meet, McNeill, a junior quartermiler, put on an eye-popping display that won’t be forgotten any time soon.

McNeill won her first individual state title with a noteworthy victory over nemesis Layla White of Cary in the 400-meter dash. White won the outdoor state title last spring and she’s the three-time state indoor champ at 500 meters. For McNeill, the win was even sweeter because she had never beat White in head-to-head competition.

“I’ve been on McKinley McNeill all year,” Hughes said. “I told her on several occasions that she could beat Layla White. Finally, she put it all together and ran the kind of race that she’s capable of running.”

At the state indoor championships in February, McNeill came in with the state’s fastest time in the 500 and White was second. The two ran neckand-neck coming down the stretch, but White was able to hold on and win by a full meter.

A similar scenario unfolded at the outdoor state championships. White had a three-meter lead coming out of the final turn. McNeill waited until 40 meters to go before making her move.

This time, she had enough reserves left to surge past White to win in a personal-best time of 54.31 seconds.

White finished up with a 54.61 and Parkland’s Erin Morrison ran 56.18 for third place.

“Coming in, I just wanted to better myself and focus on running my race,” said McNeill. “At the indoor championships, I paid too much attention to what the other runners were doing and it worked against me.

It was one of my goals to come out on top, so I’m glad to be No. 1 and have

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a great time to go along with it.”

McNeill applied the finishing touches on a memorable day when she delivered victory with her anchor leg on the 4x400 relay. Parkland was in third place and trailing front runner Southeast Raleigh by 25 meters when McNeill got the baton. At that juncture, it seemed that the best the Mustangs could hope for was a second-place finish.

McNeill gave chase and eventually closed the gap. She caught Sarah Hoffert of Cary on the final turn, and then pulled even with Southeast Raleigh’s Eboni Roberson coming down the final straightaway. McNeill took the lead for good with 35 meters to go and Parkland (Morrison, Williams, Kimani Davis and McNeill) won with a state-meet record time of 3 minutes, 46.57 seconds.

In the sprint relays, Parkland expected to sweep the 4x100, 4x200 and 4x400 as it did at the 2014 outdoor championships. The Mustangs ruled the 4x200 and set a new state record (1 minute, 36.43 seconds) in the process. The foursome of McNeill, Williams, Miaysha Bryant and Sherman erased the previous mark set by Parkland two years ago.

The only relay event that didn’t go Parkland’s way was the 4x100.

The Mustangs were the defending state champs, and they ran fast enough to set a new state record. Yet, they weren’t fast enough to defeat first-place Mallard Creek, which is now the new record holder (46.69 seconds).

Sherman, the 4x100 anchor, came close to wiping out Mallard Creek’s five-meter cushion. The final 25 meters was a mad dash to the finish line and Sherman barely missed pulling off what would’ve been a stunning comeback.

Instead, Parkland (Mumford, Jahnae Bowman, Bryant and Sherman) was the runner-up at 46.85.

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Chace Washington-Saunders of Reagan couldn’t help but have mixed emotions at the state meet.

On the one hand, WashingtonSaunders was elated with his second-place finish in the 400 (48.95 seconds). He’s also pleased that he recently signed to run track at Hampton University.

On the other hand, running wasn’t the only object of focus for Washington-Saunders.

His thoughts were split between competing for medals and reflecting on the time he was able to spend with his grandfather, Coy Saunders Sr. who passed away recently. The elder Saunders is one of the prime reasons why Washington-Saunders runs.

“I am so blessed to make it to the state meet,” WashingtonSaunders said. “But this wasn’t just for me; it was for my grandfather. Now, I’m ready to move on to the next stage, so I can keep going forward with my career in track.”

nament final. In six innings, Scearce, an All-Rookie pick, allowed two runs on five hits with four strikeouts and no walks.

“In order for us to stay in contention, we have to get a lot of strong innings from our starters,” said Ritsche. “If they can each give us 100 to 110 pitches, that should be good for six or seven innings. Then, we can turn to our bullpen to take over from there.”

The bullpen has been reliable with Eric Corlette (6-2, 5.75 ERA), Jordan Cummings (6-3, 4.17 ERA, three saves) and Devin McLemore (5-2, 3.43 ERA, three saves) turning in solid performance in closing games out in the late innings. Aside from those three, Dylan Forbes and Austin Cole have responded well when called on to pitch in a variety of game situations.

“Pitching is our strong point,” said Ritsche. “Our pitchers have worked so hard all year long to help us get to where we are today. They deserve to get the defensive backing that will help us win in the postseason. We’re looking to ride our pitching all the way through the regionals Photo by Craig T. Greenlee and hopefully to the College World Rams reliever Devin McLemore is 5-2 with a 3.43 ERA. Series.”

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Josh McGee and “raider nation” got to work on helping Savion and his family every way they could. McGee, who has known Savion since his freshman year, is amazed at how fast they came up with ways to raise money.

“From fish plates to wristbands, we’ve done everything you could think of,” McGee said. “i’m amazed at how people like Chase Vaden, who didn’t play with Savion that long, wanted to help.”

Vaden, who graduated in 2014 and only played one year with Savion, came up with the idea for the Pray for Sae 7-on-7 tournament. the tournament will be May 30 at reagan and will put some of the best talent in the area on showcase. admission will be $5; children under 10 get in free. all the proceeds and donations will go to Savion and his family. last year, Vaden helped organize a tournament that provided over 1,000 meals to the homeless of Winston-Salem.

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different this year,” Vaden said. “i approached Savion with the idea, he agreed, and we started working on getting it done.” the tournament will feature separate brackets for high school and college players. registration for the tournament ended May 8. east Forsyth, Carver, reagan, Mt. tabor and Parkland high Schools will be represented. the finals of the tournament will be streamed nationwide on Coachesaid.com. the tournament will be two-hand tag and will follow the double elimination format. teams are allowed 10 players per team. Match ups for the tournament have not yet been decided.

Denard Smoot, who is responsible for getting the teams to participate, believes no matter who wins, the match-ups will be a must-see. “it will be very exciting,” Smoot said.

“We have a lot of talent coming.”

Savion, whose favorite player is ray lewis, is eager to get back on the field.

Most of all, he misses the intensity. “that’s what i like most about football,” Savion said. “i can’t wait to get back on the field. there’s no doubt that i’ll be back out there.”

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S. Wayne Patterson II, a graduate of Mt. Tabor High School, is a freshman at North Carolina State University, where he qualified for three events for the ACC Outdoor Track & Field Championships. The championships will be held at Florida State University in Tallahassee, Florida. He qualified for the 4x100 relay, 4x400 relay and the 400 meter. Patterson helped lead the Mt. Tabor Boys Track Team to its 2014 North Carolina state title.

FaYetteVille -- Salem College and two other colleges -- Wesleyan College and agnes Scott College -- have been accepted to join the USa South athletic Conference as full members. these three single-gender, all-female, institutions will begin USa South play during the 2016-17 academic year. all three institutions currently compete in the Great South athletic Conference.

"We are delighted that agnes Scott College, Salem College and Wesleyan College are going to be joining the USa South," said Dr. Jennifer Braaten, president of Ferrum College and chairwoman of USa South Presidents Council. "they are the types of institutions we like to have in our Conference in terms of compatibility, competitiveness and their emphasis on values and academics. We feel like these additions solidify the Conference's strength and growth."

“We proudly welcome agnes Scott College, Salem College and Wesleyan College as members of the USa South,” stated rita Wiggs, USa South Commissioner. "they exemplify the pillars of the Division iii and USa South philosophy of academic excellence, personal development, athletic competition and sportsmanship. We look forward to their coaches and student-athletes competing in the USa South."

Salem Colege, located in Winston-Salem, and founded in 1772, is the oldest women's college by founding date. Salem is a liberal arts college for women which values its students as individuals, develops their unique potential and prepares them to change the world. the Spirits currently offer seven sports (basketball, cross country, soccer, softball, tennis, volleyball and track & field).

"We are thrilled to be joining the USa South," said Dr. lorraine Sterritt, president of Salem College. "it was so important for us to be in the right Conference. We pride ourselves on serious academics and athletics at Salem so this feels like a perfect match." agnes Scott, founded in 1889, is an independent national liberal arts college for women located in the metropolitan atlanta, Georgia area, affiliated with the Presbyterian Church. the Scotties currently offer six sports (basketball, cross country, soccer, softball, tennis and volleyball).

Wesleyan, located in Macon, Georgia and chartered in 1836, was the first college in the world to grant degrees to women. the Wolves currently offer five sports (basketball, soccer, softball, tennis and volleyball).

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Women Conference The Women of Purpose Auxiliary of Greater Hope of Glory Missionary Baptist Church, 414 Mason Street is continuing its conference tonight at 7 p.m. with Minister Cynthia Dixon of First Waughtown Baptist Church. The rest of the conference will be as followed: Friday at 7 p.m., Apostle Marchelle Monroe of United Fellowship of Christ, Saturday at noon, Evangelist Mary M. Gore of Kimberly Park Holiness Church. On Saturday immediately after the conference, a small lunch will be served for the women to fellowship with one another. All are invited. For transportation or questions, contact Evangelist Juanita Danzy at 336-9970098. The church’s phone number is 336-749-9595.

Women’s Revival Life Changing Transformation Church Ministry is continuing its Women’s Revival tonight at 7 p.m. with guest speaker Pastor Pansy Allen of Ambassador Cathedral. Friday, Pastor Marcella Patterson from Charlotte will be speaking at 7 p.m.

On Saturday, Audra Hall of Morning Glory will be speaking from 10 a.m. to noon on Spiritual Health and Wellness. All men and women are welcome.

Doors will open early.

Beginning May 16 Weekend of celebrations St. James A.M.E. Church will hold several special events the weekend of May 16-17. The first will be an all you can eat “Salad Fiesta” sponsored by the Stewardess Board. A variety of salads will be available along with dessert and drinks included.

Donations range from $5 to $7 depending on age.

Doors will open Saturday, May 16th at 1 p.m. On Sunday, May 17 at 10 a.m., the Stewardess Board will celebrate its 108th anniversary. The Stewardess Board President is Gloria B. Boston and the Pastor of St. James is the Reverend Steven L. Lyons. At 4 p.m. on May 17, the Steward Board will host Pastor’s Appreciation Day with Sylvia BurtsHoskins presiding. Pastor Lyons is completing his sixth year as the leader of St. James. Under his administration, the Fellowship Hall has been completely renovated and named in his honor. All Church Boards, Organizations, Officers, members and friends will participate in this celebration.

The public is invited to attend all of the weekend events. St. James is located at 1501 N. Patterson Avenue (at the corner of 15th Street) across from the U.S. Post Office.

Willie Mason and Friends celebrating 6 years with concert

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Willie Mason and Friends will celebrate their sixth anniversary at 5 p.m. on Sunday, June 7, at Galilee Missionary Baptist Church, 4129 Northampton Drive, where Dr. Nathan E. Scovens is pastor.

The event is free and open to the public.

"Telling Our Stories, Sharing Our Lives" is the

theme of the concert celebration, which will feature the group and special worship leader Bishop John C. Williams, senior pastor of the El Bethel Cathedral in South Boston, Virginia, as well as Bethany Heath.

The community-based group consists of talented Triad vocalists and musicians who are enthusiastic and dedicated ministers of music.

Gospel Music Festival Life Changing Transformation Church Ministries at 2001 NE 25th Street on Saturday, May 16 at 5:30 p.m., will be featuring The Gospel Jewells, Bishop James Wright, Phillips Chapel Male Chorus, Elder Richard Morning, Bro. Bill Pratt & The Gospel Crusaders, Bishop Jack Nelson, and The Anointed Singers. The mistress of ceremony will be Darlene Vinson of 90.5 FM.

City Wide Outreach The New Generation Praise & Worship International Ministries along with other local ministries in the City of Winston-Salem will unite to sponsor a City Wide Outreach. It will be held on Saturday May 16 at 6 p.m. on Liberty Street, beside the Citgo Convenience Store. There will be clothes giveaway, food, fellowship and a special tribute to the God-Father of Outreach Pastor Melvin Rip Wilkins Sr. To donate clothes or if more information is needed, please contact Bishop Melvin Wilkins Jr. at 336-749-2590.

Ladies social R.I.C.H. CDC (Community Development Corporation) SISTA's program will host a ladies social on Saturday, May 16, at 5 p.m. Co-Pastor Ernestine Miller will facilitate the event, which will take place at 5307 Peters Creek Parkway. All women are welcome to attend. This program is designed to provide enhancement of the inner beauty, gifts and strengths of all ladies, wives, mothers, grandmothers, aunts and sisters. For more information call the office at 336-784-9347.

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Trustee Program Steward’s Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church will hold its Trustee Program on Sunday, May 17 at 3 p.m. at 198 Anderson Road, Rural Hall, N.C. The Rev. Marcus Farmer, pastor of New Piney Grove A.M.E. Zion Church of Harmony, N.C., will be the speaker.

The public is cordially invited to attend. Rev. Eddie

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The group has been blessed to share in concerts across the state of North Carolina, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Jersey, New York, Tennessee and Virginia. The group’s mission is to share the love of Jesus Christ through song.

For more information, contact Willie Mason at 336-451-4756, or wjmason@triad.rr.com.

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Installation Service Bishop James F. Brown III and Global Harvest Fellowship Inc. would like to invite you to the Installation of Pastor Seneca “Toni” Brown as Pastor of Greater Harvest Fellowship Church. This service will be held Saturday May 16, 2015 at noon.

There will also be a Musical Concert at 5 p.m. on the same day at Ambassadors Cathedral featuring: Willie Mason and Friends of Winston-Salem, John Fox and New Fellowship of Richmond V.A., Jerry Sadler & Sound of Pentecost and more. The location is Ambassadors Cathedral 1500 Harriett Tubman Drive where Apostle Edwin Allen is Pastor.

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More than 100 missionaries, Sunday school teachers, mothers, daughters, sisters, saints, and friends came together for fun and fellowship for the Mother's Day weekend. The Missionary Department of Emmanuel

Missionaries Carolyn Jones and Hazel Watson present a Mother's Day award to First Lady Sarah Mendez on Mother’s Day. The Missionary Department of Emmanuel Baptist Church invited the public to celebrate Mother's Day together on that weekend.

Baptist Church invited the public to celebrate Mother's Day together on May 9 and 10.

The theme for the occasion was “An Awesome You.” The main events included a Mother's Day tea/luncheon, spring fashion show, and a special worship

service. Kathy Marshall, president of the Missionary Department at Emmanuel, was excited when Karen Harris, a Sunday School teacher, brought the project to the missionaries as an opportunity to network with women around the city.

III Coordinator at Barber Scotia College, and as Dean and Vice President for Institutional Advancement at Livingstone College, retiring from Livingstone in 2006 after serving as Acting President.

Dr. Hunter has served the Presbyterian Church with distinction at the Presbytery, Synod and General Assembly levels. She was the Churchwide Moderator for Presbyterian Women (PW) from 2006-2009, and a commissioner to the Presbyterian Church General Assembly in July 2010. She is also a Past Moderator of PW in Salem Presbytery and Chair of the Campus Ministry Committee for Salem

Presbytery. She currently serves on the Salem Committee on Preparation for Ministry, and is the Regional Representative for the Presbyterian Church (USA) Theological Education Fund.

Dr. Hunter also has been very active in her community. She is the past president of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority-Salisbury chapter, Salisbury Branch-American Association of University Women, and the Rowan Rotary Club. Among her many past board memberships are the BarberScotia College Board of Trustees, Salisbury Symphony, Rowan County United Way, Community Care Clinic,

Background: Paul’s first letter to the Corinthians continued to address problems in the gifted church. The majority of the members were Gentiles. I say that because the issues they faced were more worldly than simply being forced to be Jews. Salvation came when each individual accepted Jesus as Saviour. Spiritual growth (Justification) takes time, study, prayer, and self discipline through the Holy Spirit. There was no Bible as we know it; so the early believers relied on traveling preachers (missionaries) and communications from the apostles.

Paul wanted unity and sound doctrine for all of the early churches.

If believers aren’t careful, the world’s standards will creep into the church. They cause a mean

spirit, disunity, and pettiness which hinder spiritual maturity.

According to the apostle, all gifts were/are important to edify God not the person with the gift! The foundations for unity were given in last week’s lesson. Paul reminded them about the hollowness of their pagan beliefs. They were also reminded that those who profess Jesus and then speak against Him were not real.

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The Presbyterian Women of Dellabrook Presbyterian Church, 115 Dellabrook Road, will observe their annual Women's Day on Sunday, May 17, at the 11 a.m. service. The speaker for the morning will be Dr. Catrelia Steele Hunter.

Dr. Hunter is a native of Cleveland, N.C. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Barber Scotia College, her Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Illinois; and her Ed.D in Educational Leadership from Fayetteville State University.

She served as Registrar and Title

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Lesson Scripture: I Corinthians 12:14-31 By the end of this lesson, we should • Remember that every person has a gift(s) • Recognize that the gifts are all important • Commit to using spiritual gifts to edify God and to strengthen the body

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Lesson: “All gifts come from the same Spirit”, declares Paul.

They are different in service and in scope but none are more valued that the others. Paul uses the gifts metaphorically as a human body.

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and Rowan Helping Ministries. Her current memberships include the Robertson Foundation and the Salisbury Community Foundation Boards, and the Salisbury Branch of the NAACP. Dr. Hunter is a member of Mt. Vernon Presbyterian Church in Woodleaf, N.C. She was ordained an elder at Mt. Vernon in 1976, and ordained a deacon at Trinity-Salisbury in 1990.

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The models in the fashion show paraded their garments to the tune of “When Jesus Says Yes, Nobody Can Say No.” The spring fashions came from the local Talbot's store. The manager, Karen Bohner, and her associate, Dayna Hood, narrated as the women modeled pastelcolored dresses, nautical skirt sets, short sets and pant suits as business attire.

Red and black, coral and crème, grey and red were some of the color combinations that received loud applause.

Sarah Alston assisted with the fashion show and the door prizes.

Some of the door prizes came from Talbot's.

Models included Earnestine Griffin, Courtney Matthews, Amber Peppers, Minister Jan Brown, Dayna Hood, Harretta Duncan, Suzette Willis and Swynetta Stone, fashion coordinator.

The group received a visit from Miss Manners in the person of Missionary Carolyn Jones.

She reminded the women to give a grateful wave to drivers who help them merge into traffic jams. She also reminded all able-bodied women to take the back parking spaces in order to allow visitors and guests to get some of the better parking spaces. Also she taught that African etiquette encourages respect for the elders. In addition, she offered several dining do's and don'ts. She encouraged the women to be mindful to butter their bread on a plate, not in midair. She encouraged them to never put their purses on the table because of the germs pocketbooks pick up throughout the day.

The audience laughed profusely as some of the women told humorous stories and anecdotes about their mothers. Many of the women were pleased to see their faces on a DVD presentation of photographs of Emmanuel Women. Dot Hill spent weeks gathering photos and Karen Harris shared the presentation.

“I just wanted to see smiles on my sisters faces.

Women and mothers put in so much time helping their families and others, it is gratifying to see them laugh and have fun,” said Harris.

“I had a ball on Saturday and Sunday. As women, we have a story to tell. I enjoyed listening to the women talk about their mothers,” said Marshall.

“As black women, we can be some powerhouses connecting with the next generation. We do work hard doing service, but there is nothing wrong with coming together to celebrate ourselves.”

“We as women are significant in this world. We also hold an important place in history. In the Words of James Brown, 'This is a man's world, but it wouldn't be nothing without a woman or a girl,” said Joyce Vaughn before reciting the scripture from Proverbs 31:26-31.

While many of the missionaries at the gathering came from Emmanuel, they also came from other churches, such as Green Chapel Missionary Baptist Church in New Bern,

She and her late husband, the Rev. George Hunter, have one son.

Everyone is invited to join the Presbyterian Women as they continue their commitment to uplifting Dellabrook Church’s Mission: to follow the Lord with our hearts, minds, and souls, and achieve the promise of Christ by seeking freedom, justice and the peace and prosperity of our neighborhood, community, city and world.

Rev. Dr. Carlton A. G. Eversley is the pastor of Dellabrook Presbyterian.

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ber of the body of Christ, can one deny their part in that body? God alone decides who gets what. Gifts are not “a one person’s show”!

The Spirit unites believers as they use their gifts in the body of Christ. Every member has at least one gift, some have more but all are important. Paul says that the very parts that are considered weak are indispensable. Members have to be strong and watchful in caring for one another. Everyone matters!! Like the human body, when the gifts are operating in one accord, the

Stedfast Life Changing Ministries, Union Baptist Church, and St. Peter's World Outreach Church.

Missionary Hazel Watson welcomed all of the women to the gathering.

“God created women to be a w e s o m e mothers, wives, and helpmates to one another.

Some of us have chosen to be fruitful and to multiply, but all women are Photos by Felecia Piggott-Long, Ph. D. to help raise the Karen Harris, left; guest speaker children. They Portia Hinnant Brandon, middle; and are our chil- Missionary President Kathy Marshall dren,” Watson take a break. said. “We are to lead them, guide them in a Godly way in the church and in the community.”

O n Sunday, during the worship service Chris Murrell, soloist of the Count Basie Orchestra, dedicated the s o n g “Morning Star” to the women of Emmanuel on behalf of the pastor, Rev. Dr. John Mendez. The L i t u r g i c a l Harretta Duncan models a suit from Dancers per- Talbot's in the fashion show on formed to the Saturday, May 9. song, “You're Amazing,” and the Youth Choir and the need for organized misthe Spiritual Choir offered sion work in the church.

She was the first president. special music.

Portia Hinnant Emmanuel Baptist Church Brandon, keynote speaker has been known for its for the morning, spoke on devoted mission work the topic “The Awesome down through the years.

The past presidents of Role of Mothers.” include Mary “Do you know who you today are? The blood of queens Jenkins, Juanita Williams, runs through your veins. Mildred Peppers, Gloria Tenacity is the first word Milner, and the current ever spoken by your gen- president Kathy Marshall.

Emmanuel gained der. You are Awesome! You recognition as an A-1 are women of African Missionary Circle through Descent. Divine equals of man. Do you know who the Woman's Baptist State you are? God knew you Convention, the affiliation before your parents knew with the Rowan auxiliary you,” Brandon said. “You District 4 Group 1, and the are prophet, teacher, judge, Lott Cary. Emmanuel is sage, a royal priesthood, a affiliated with American peculiar people, a holy Baptist Church, USA, All nation. You have the power African Conference of to define yourself! You Churches, National Baptist have the power to start over Convention, Progressive until you get it right. You National Convention, and have the power to resist The World Council of institutionalized racism and Churches. sexism, the power to challenge the unequal distribution of resources. You have the power.”

She reminded the women to teach the children how to respond to police encounters. Also she encouraged them to review cursive writing and the multiplication tables with their children, as these items have been downplayed in the current curriculum.

Members of the Mother's Day Committee included Carolyn Allison, Carolyn Jones, Harretta Duncan, Marcella Jordan, Lillian Smith, Hazel Watson, Marion Wilson, Dot Hill, and Sarah Alston.

The Missionary Circle was organized in 1932 by the late Nannie Gilmore Saunders, who recognized

entire congregation functions in a healthy manner. “The greater the diversity of gifts exercised in ministries within a church, the more opportunities it has to display the love of Christ” (David C. Cook’s Echoes Adult Teacher Commentary). Next week, we deal with tongues.

Life’s Application: When God gives you a gift, don’t get the “big head” – stay in your lane. Each one of us should be humbled because God gave us gifts. You didn’t earn it! It is not some legacy that was passed down to you. Do you know your membership?

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What about the people we simply overlook in the body. They, too, have a gift or gifts. Don’t count them out because they’re not in your group. Treat everybody with respect! Remember, we’re all in this together. Where one is leaning, prop them up not tear them down. Some gifts are more obvious than others; even so they are just as important! For the body to function well each gift in that body needs to function for the benefit of all. The gifts come from God and that makes them special.

Use your gift(s) that the body will be better off because you came their way.

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Students, parents of students, instructors and supporters who attended the Upward Bound program on the campus of Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) during the years 1975 through 1998 are invited to attend the reunion cookout. the gathering will be held on Saturday, May 23, at the Sedge Garden recreation center on robbins road from noon until 4 p.m. the colors for the event are red, black and white. Some of the activities will include sack races, a balloon toss, egg toss and Bingo. “i am looking forward to seeing classmates from various schools. Upward Bound gave us the chance to meet students from all high schools in Winston-Salem.

We built lasting friendships and have encouraged one another to keep making progress over the years,” said Felecia Piggott-long, who helped organize the event. “our last reunion was held in 2013 at Paisley Magnet School as a luncheon.

Following the luncheon, we later came together to socialize at tony’s lounge. it Submitted Photo was fun just to get back together again. i am so proud of the educational pursuits Bitting-Hale, Peggy Piggott-Long, Felecia (L-R) includes committee planning The we have achieved over the years, and we are still reaching for success.” in 1965, the office of economic opportunity (oeo), under the authority of title Marcia Piggott, Nell Perry, Addie Hymes, and Vera Jordan. iV of the higher education act, conceptualized Upward Bound programs as a special type of entity. these programs were designed to generate skills and motivation years, Upward Bound students have traveled to atlanta, Washington, D.c., new York, necessary for success in secondary and post-secondary education for youth from low-income families. although these youth have academic potential, they lack adequate new orleans, orlando, nashville and the Bahamas. to register for the cookout, attendees can pay their dues through a Paypal account by secondary school preparation and effort toward their success.

“Upward Bound has made a difference for all of us who were first-generation college going to www.paypal.com and using the following email address as a link: feleciapigstudents,” said Piggott-long. “i would say that Mrs. (addie) hymes created a program gottlong@att.net. Dues should be paid by Saturday, May 16. Persons interested in attending can also email the same address for another mailing option for dues. that became a precursor to what we know today as charter schools.” hot dogs and fried fish are on the menu. costs are for adults (ages 13 and above), in 1965, WSSU was the only college in north carolina with an Upward Bound program. at that time, it was all-male, and the director was the late Dr. archie Blount. in $20; for children ages 6-12, $10; children under the age 6 are invited free of charge. hymes has been supportive of several of the planning sessions.

1975, when her family relocated from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, hymes was named direcMore than 50 students have already joined the (WSSU) Upward Bound alumni page tor of the program and continued the tradition of excellence by enhancing the program in on Facebook. Melissa Pettigrew designed the Facebook page. Students have been sendmany ways.

Piggot-long said she always wanted the students to be empowered to travel. over the ing photographs, contact information and career information for several weeks.

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the Sixth District of omega Psi Phi Fraternity inc. recently held its annual Quemmunity reading Day at north hills elementary School. the Sixth District of the fraternity is comprised of undergraduate and graduate chapters throughout north and South carolina. the event was organized by Brother Keith G. Pemberton, the chairman of the Sixth District assault on illiteracy committee, and Brother cornelious Flood, chairman of the local Psi Phi chapter assault on illiteracy committee. this year the Winston-Salem Psi Phi chapter was responsible for coordinating and hosting the district meeting held in Winston-Salem on april 23-26. the reading Day event is a nationally mandated program of omega Psi Phi Fraternity, and coincides with the districts’ annual meetings. Brothers identify a local school in the host city that welcomes the experience of having a positive black male influence on campus to facilitate the proSubmitted Photo gram. Dr. Karen Morning roseboro, the staff, and children of north hills elementary School “were Members of the Sixth District of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. recently held its annual Quemmunity Reading Day at gracious host and delighted that the fraternity North Hills Elementary School. chose their school to participate in the reading day accepts donations of belts, shoes, under garments for boys initiative,” an omega Psi Phi official said.

Macedonia Holiness Church Of God and girls, socks, khaki pants and polo or casual dress a during information statistical provided roseboro Of The Apostolic Faith, Inc. briefing of volunteers on the status of the school’s aca- shirts. the school has a washing machine and dryer on demic performance and the diverse demographics as it campus to ensure that the extended needs of all students Sunday Services relates to students attending north hills elementary are met throughout the school day.

Sunday School . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:45 a.m. their share and come to encouraged are Volunteers School. roseboro indicated that the school is progressing Morning Worship . . . . . . . . . 11:00 a.m.

M.Y.P.U . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30 p.m. but needs the help of the community to continue to pro- time and talents with students that need help to continue to succeed and excel. vide a well-rounded education for the students.

Wednesday Services north hills officials said they willingly and graciously

Phi Beta Sigma repeats as WSSU Fraternity of the Year

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the Delta alpha chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity inc. will have four brothers graduating on Friday, May 15, with bachelor degrees from Winston-Salem State University. those brothers are: louis t.

Brown with a degree in therapeutic recreation, tashon a. little with a degree in Sport Management, Mario F. lynch with a degree in information technology and Joshua e. Maynor with a degree in clinical laboratory Science. the greatest gift a collegiate Sigma brother can give back to Phi Beta Sigma is a college degree. the chapter was named Fraternity of the Year at WSSU during the annual Student activities and engagements awards banquet on april 22. this marks the second consecutive year the chapter has won this accolade. the 2014-15 academic year has been an amazing one for the members of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity inc. “i never imagined what incredible heights our chapter would achieve in

The Sigmas at Wi n s t o n - S a l e m State University are shown with some of their awards won during this school year. Front Row (from left): Byron Hartsfield, Jeffrey Carmon, Joshua Maynor and Shanderus Stewart.

Back Row (from left): Tashon Little, Reginald Brown, Troy Gray, Alex Sumner and Jelani Braziel.

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the 83rd year of our existence on campus” stated chapter president Joshua e. Maynor. “thanks to the commitment of the brothers, this school year represented a series of record-breaking accomplishments.” here are just a few milestones the organization experienced: • elevated the chapters exposure and participation with the March of Dimes Foundation “March for Babies” and the american cancer Society “relay for life” Walks.

• 2014 north carolina collegiate chapter of the Year • 2015 Southeastern region collegiate chapter of the Year • 2015 Southeastern region March of Dimes award (third-highest collegiate contributor) • 2015 Southeastern Social action award

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• 2015 Southeastern region education award

• 2014-2015 Winston-Salem State University Fraternity of the Year

other notable accomplishments this year include the initiation of five new members during the spring semester. those new members were Jelani Braziel, sophomore majoring in mass communications; Jordan Davis, junior majoring in biotechnology; Joseph Goodson, junior majoring in elementary education, tashon little, senior majoring in sports management; and alex Sumner, Sophomore majoring in computer science. the Delta alpha chapter will be competing for international collegiate chapter of the Year during the fraternity’s international conclave held in little rock, arkansas on July 15-19. the Delta alpha chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity inc. was chartered on april 24, 1932 and was the first Greek letter organization to be chartered on the campus of Winston Salem teacher's college (now WSSU).

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Training for new volunteers The Hospice of Davidson County needs additional volunteers and is scheduling a training session for new volunteers beginning May 11 through May 14 from 6 p.m. -9 p.m. each evening. Training sessions will be held at the Administrative Building on the campus of Hospice of Davidson County, located at 200 Hospice Way in Lexington. Volunteer applications are available online at HospiceOfDavidson.org.

For more information ,about the volunteer training sessions, please call ySumiko Harmon, Manager -of Volunteer Services, at n336-475-5444.

, East Ward town hall meeting Council Member eDerwin L. Montgomery -will hold an East Ward town hall meeting today (Thursday, May 14), at 6 p.m. to update his constituents and discuss community concerns. The meeting will be held at the New Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church, 1212 N. Dunleith Ave. For more information, contact Twanda Montgomery at 336-462-2341 or twandam@cityofws.org.

Black Achievers Awards 18th Annual Black Achievers in Business and Industry Awards gala will be today (Thursday, May 14), at 6:30 p.m. at Wake Forest Biotech Place, 575 N. Patterson Ave. Keynote speaker will be Bobby Kimbrough Jr., special agent with the U.S. Department of Justice, Chief Executive Officer, Branded For Knowledge Inc. The achievers program is an academic achievement and career development program for high school youth. Event tickets are $40 and must be purchased in advance at the Winston Lake Family YMCA. For ticket or ad information please contact the Winston Lake Family YMCA at 336-724-9205.

Greek Festival The iconic WinstonSalem Greek Festival is returning May 15, 16 & 17.

It will be held at Annunciation Greek Ortho dox Church on 435 Keating Drive. Hours are Friday & Saturday 10:00 a.m. 10:00 p.m., & Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. The day’s events include traditional Greek food & pastries, music and dancing. Admission to the festival is $1. Children 12 and under are free. Meal tickets are $13 including beverage. Festival attendees can save the $1 admission fee by purchasing the meal ticket before the festival. During festival hours, take-out orders are encouraged by calling 336-765FOOD. For pre-ticket sales, call 336-765-7145.

For more information contact Amy Bridges at 336406-0705 or Jennifer Chrysson at 336-473-7774.

KingsKings Project Event The KingsKings Project is hosting a birthday event on May 15 at 8:30 p.m., sponsored by Club Secrets on 825 Northwest Boulevard in Winston-Salem. This partnership is to take away some negativity geared towards the club scene and to inform the community of all of the positive contributions this club has and is making throughout the community. This event is also fundraising for children who have incarcerated parents. There will be a guest deejay, the WinstonSalem High Steppers and a surprise guest. Admission is free and family can donate can goods or nonperishable items to the second harvest food bank.

District Convention Meeting

The 5th Congressional District would like to invite registered Democrats to their convention meeting on May 16 at Forsyth Technical Community College West Campus on 1300 Bolton Street in Winston-Salem.

Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. and the convention begins at 10:15 a.m.

Workshops will be from 9 a.m. – 9:55 a.m. Special guest will be Congressman Bob Etheridge. For more information, contact 5th District Chair Paul Lowe at 336-575-8839 or pljr1906@gmail.com.

Costume Shop Sale Twin City Stage will hold a costume shop sale on Saturday, May 16 from 9 a.m.– 1 p.m. at the Arts Council Theatre on 610 Coliseum Drive in Winston-Salem. Clothing and accessories for men and women will be included in the sale. Costume pieces and vintage wear can also be expected. Items will be priced from $1$40. Everyone is invited!

For further information, call 336-748-0857 extension 205 or visit www.twincitystage.org.

Fitness Walk The Big 4 will have a Walk/Run and Kids Fun Games on May 16 at 8 a.m. at the Winston Lake Shelter #1. Health screenings and information will also be provided to educate the public about health maintenance and prevention.

Church and civic groups are invited to participate in the run/walk. Trophies are awarded to the individuals who finish walking the trail first. The community is invited to come out and enjoy a morning of fitness and empowerment to maintain better health.

Registration is $15 for adults, $10 for senior citizens and $5 for children under twelve. Registration fees include t-shirts and lunch. Contact Beverly Williams for additional information and advance registration at 336-7761893.

Fairview Park Festival City residents are invited to attend the Gathering Place at Fairview Park Summer Festival on Saturday, May 16, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Gathering Place at Fairview Park, 828 Bethlehem Lane. Activities will include free hotdogs and hamburgers grilled on site, a stage with choirs, step teams and comedians, a bouncy house for kids and information displays

by Forsyth Tech’s JobLink Center, Cancer Services and other local businesses and non-profits.

The Gathering Place at Fairview Park is an initiative of Council Member Vivian H. Burke to revitalize and re-energize Fairview Park. The park’s amenities include a playground, walking trail and basketball court. For more information call CityLink 311.

Carver ’69 Meeting The Carver ’69 Extravaganza next meeting is May 16 at 10 a.m. at United Cornerstone Missionary Baptist Church, 2745 Patria Street & Wright Street. A picnic is scheduled for Saturday, June 27 from 3 p.m. – 8 p.m. at a shelter in Lewisville, N.C. We will be finalizing plans for the picnic, assign food, condiments and deciding what has to be purchased.

Encouraging everyone to attend.

Anderson Class of ’66 Meeting The A. H. Anderson High School Alumni Class of 1966 will meet on May 16 at 3 p.m.-5 p.m. at the Delta Art Center at 2611 New Walkertown Rd. All members interested in planning the 50th Class reunion for 2016 are asked to attend. For more infor-

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Clyde Moore is the Reunion Chairperson.

Matchmaker Charity Event Tonya Woods is side stepping social media dating to give singles in Winston Salem, Greensboro and High Point a chance to meet a dream date face-to-face at a Charity Date Auction on Saturday, May 16, 2015, at the Specialty Park located at 515 Specialty Park in Winston Salem. The date auction is from 8 p.m. - 10 p.m., and features up to ten men and women; each up for grabs to the highest bidder. Doors open at 7 p.m. with a Meet & Greet. A social follows the event.

Proceeds will go to the Order of the Eastern Stars Scholarship Fund that provides aid to college-bound students whose promise outweighs their financial circumstances. Woods has partnered with Talk About It Entertainment to host this event.

Writing Session The Yadkin County Historical Society will present a program on writing articles for its third volume of The Heritage of Yadkin County, North Carolina, Sunday, May 17, 2015, 2:30 pm, at the Yadkin County Senior Center on 207 East Hemlock Street, Yadkinville, N.C. The book committee will assist writers doing articles on family households, veterans, churches, organizations, businesses and farms, and photographs to accompany them. For more information contact the Society at 336- 679-2702 or yadkincountyhistoricalsociety@yahoo.com.

Speaker on Bipolar Disorder As part of "May is Mental Health Month" the Mental Health Association in Forsyth County is sponsoring, "BRAIN STORMS: One Woman's Triumph Over Bipolar Disorder" on May 18 at 6:30 p.m. in the Colhoun Room at St. Paul's Episcopal Church on 520 Summit Street, WinstonSalem, NC. Norma Jean Wilkes, the speaker, has lived for 31 years with Bipolar II Disorder. Her story of weathering the many storms of her condition is raw and compelling.

Her personal account of living through a "roller coaster" of moods, thoughts and behaviors has touched many lives and has given hope to others who struggle with brain disorders. This event is sponsored by the Mental Health Association in Forsyth County and is free and open to the public. For more information, contact the Mental Health Association in Forsyth County at 336-768-3880.

Estate Planning Workshop Vance Parker, JD, MBA will be holding an estate planning workshop on May 19 at the Lewisville Public Library on 6490, Shallowford Road in Lewisville, N.C. The 6 p.m. session will be about estate planning to protect families, and the 7:30 p.m. session will be about preventing elder financial abuse. Admission is free, reservations are suggested.

There will be refreshments and all attendees will receive a free Living Will document that will be notarized.

Tools for Caregivers Class Registration is now underway for Powerful Tools for Caregivers, a 6week class for anyone caring for a loved one who is frail or ill. The class will take place on Wednesdays, May 20-June 24, 4 p.m.- 6 p.m., at the SECU Family House on 1970 Baldwin Lane, Winston-Salem.

There is no charge, but donations are accepted.

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Registration is required. To register or get information, call Linda Lewis at 336748-0217. Classes are sponsored by the Shepherd’s Center of Greater Winston-Salem, Family Caregiver Support Program, Senior Services, Hospice & Palliative CareCenter, SECU Family House and Daybreak Respite Program. Classes fill quickly, so early registration is suggested.

Terrarium Construction The Forsyth Cooperative Extension office is holding a construction of terrarium program on May 20, 11 a.m. at the Arboretum office on 4201, Manor House Circle in Clemmons, N.C. They will be doing a demonstration of the creation of elegant terrariums using native plant materials found in our local environment. The materials and tools needed to create and care for terrariums will also be discussed. Rita Biggs, Extension Master Gardener Volunteer will be guest speaker. For more information, call 336-703-2850 or e-mail coop-ext-registration@forsyth.cc.

Zumba Kernersville Family YMCA, 1113 W. Mountain Street, will host a fundraiser for Brelynn Wray on Friday, May 22, from 6 to 8 p.m. Brelynn Wray has been invited to participate in a unique educational opportunity to tour Spain and Morocco with Simon G. Atkins Academic and Technical High School in June 2016. The YMCA asks for a $5 donation.

There will be free healthy snacks and water. For information contact, Rhea Witherspoon at spoon1219@msn.com.

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Bertoni named Presidential Scholar

Margaret Bertoni, the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Alain Bertoni, was named a 2015 US Presidential Scholar. (See media release below.) Prior to attending the North Carolina School of Science and Math, she was a student at Atkins A&T High School, Hanes Magnet Middle School, and The Downtown School. Ms. Bertoni is also a National Achievement and National Merit Scholar. She will attend the Massachusettes Institute of Technology and major in Engineering.

Richardson scholarship recipient

Jalin Richardson, a senior at Carver High School, has been selected as the 2015 recipient of the Bruce Shelton Memorial Scholarship.

Richardson competed with eight other seniors in the WinstonSalem/Forsyth County School System for the scholarship, valued at four thousand dollars. Richardson is the captain of the baseball team at Richardson Carver, where he pitches and plays shortstop. He was also a starter for the Yellow Jackets football team and played in the defensive backfield. Richardson serves as Vice President of the Student Government Association at Carver and is also active in the Robotics Club. He attends St. Peters Church & World Outreach Center in Winston-Salem and has volunteered as a tutor to children who attend church there.

Richardson plans to attend North Carolina A&T State University in the fall and major in engineering. He is the son of Samuel and Chemika Richardson of Lewisville.

Merit scholar recipients

Corinne N. Spencer of R.J. Reynolds High School, and Kathryn L. Watkins of West Forsyth High School, won National Merit Scholarships worth $2,500. Spencer’s probable career field is biology, while Watkins’ probable career field is medicine. The two students were part of a group of about 2,500 students who won the scholarships.

They were chosen from a pool of more than 15,000 finalists. Both students also take classes at the Career Center.

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Mothers filled the room at The Enterprise Center on Thursday, May 7, in anticipation of the announcement to come: Who would be Mother of the Year?

Listeners of The Light (1340 AM WPOL) Christian radio station sent in letters to nominate their Mother of the Year.

Station officials sorted through the letters and settled on three winners and numerous honorable mentions.

But a surprise presentation popped up when Anita “Boss Lady” DeanArnette, the mistress of ceremonies, received an honor of her own.

Her daughter D’Tonya Dean was on the program for the first time in the 15 years the Mother of the Year program has been produced. She was scheduled to sing, but before doing so, gave her testimony about her mother, who helped her survive domestic abuse.

“I just want everyone to know I love you so much, I thank you so much,” D’Tonya Dean said. She called her mother a praying mother.

Dean-Arnette told the

audience: “She said I am a praying mother and I had a praying mother, too.”

The theme for this year was “A Praying Mother.”

Dean-Arnette said she also was in a domestic abuse situation; for her it was for 25 years.

“But God …,” she said. “Have you ever been in a ‘But God’ situation?

Has He ever brought you through?

“When I think about my good God and what He’s done for me … I’m not ashamed to call on His name.”

Listeners could nominate a mother, mother figure, sister, mentor, grandmother, etc. Winners won various prizes, including trips to U.S. cities, gift certificates and baskets and other goodies.

The Mother of the Year is Carolyn Jones. Her nominating letter was written by her daughter, Achovia Jones.

Second-place winner is Annie Mae Isaac. Her nominating letter was written by her sister Minister Alberta McMillian and Geraldine Bently.

The third-place winner Photo by Roslyn Payne of Trinity Studios is Rev. Mattie Ruth Hood Smith. Her nominating The Mother of the Year from 2014, letter was written by her Maxine Gwynn, passes the torch to the sister Marilyn Hood.

2015 Mother of the Year, Carolyn Jones.

Work Family Resource Center (WFRC) honored the works of Mr. Nigel D. Alston during the 5th Annual Children’s Champion Luncheon, on April 14, 2015 at the Forsyth Country Club.

Growing in popularity and in size, this event spotlights the importance of high quality child care and recognizes local doers and thinkers committed to improving the lives of children and families in our area. Alston joined the elite circle of “champs” as the 2015 Donna Lambeth Children’s Champion Award recipient. Nigel is no stranger to our community. He is a native of Winston-Salem, a graduate of Livingstone College, a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., and an active community leader. He serves as a motivational speaker, trainer, a columnist and serves on numerous boards and council throughout the Piedmont Triad area. In fact, he played an instrumental role as one of the founding board member of Work

Family Resource Center nearly 25 years ago.

Before the audience of educators, organizational leaders, clergy members, family, and friends Alston humbly accepted the WFRC Donna Lambeth Children’s Champion Award and shared his perspective on resources, friends, and hope. He noted, “…at the end of the day, money comes and goes, friends come and go, but without hope we have nothing.” He encouraged event goers to give knowing that hope lies in the future of our children. Former Executive Director, Donna Lambeth, partnered with Katura Jackson, present-day Executive Director, in officially acknowledging Mr. Alston for his deep commitment to serving children, families, and connecting with people for the greater good of our community. Additional support from Kaplan Early Learning Company and HR Applied Solutions helped make this event possible.

Visit WRC’s website at www.workfamilyresource.org or call 336-761-5100 for more information.

Mother Carolyn Horton received a special recognition during the Mother of the Year event sponsored by The Light (1340 AM) radio station.

She is 90 years old but continues to recognize people on Sunday mornings on The Light.

Photo by Erin Mizelle for the Winston-Salem Chronicle.

Anita “Boss Lady” DeanArnette gets a hug from her d a u g h t e r D’Tonya Dean at the Mother of the Year event at the Enterprise Center on May 7.

Katura Jackson, Executive Director of Work Family Resource Center and Nigel D. Alston, 2015 Donna Lambeth Children’s Champion Award Honoree

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L. Fortson is the host pastor.

Sunday School Anniversary Union Chapel Baptist Church Sunday school Department will celebrate its 85th Anniversary on Sunday, May 17at 5 p.m. at 300 West 25th Street. Dr. Serenus Churn and members of Mount Zion Baptist Church will be the special guest.

Church Anniversary Reverend Dr. James L. E. and First Lady Elvita A. Hunt, along with the members of New Birth Worship Center, East Bend, N.C. will celebrate their 18th church anniversary Sunday, May 17, 2015. Reverend William Conrad, of Mooresville, N.C., will deliver the message for the morning worship service to begin at 10 a.m.

The celebration will continue as Pastor Reggie Hunt, of Conerstone Summit Church, in Boone, N.C., brings the uncompromised word at 3 p.m. All are cordially invited to join in the worship experience at both services. The church is located at 1033 Newbirth Drive, East Bend, N.C. 27018. For more information call 336-6993583 to go to www.newbirthexperience.com.

Women’s Day New Bethel Baptist Church Women’s Ministry will have a Women’s Day program on Sunday, May 17, at the 11 a.m. Sunday morning service, located at 1016 N. Trade Street. The guest speaker will be the Honorable Judge Denise Hartsfield. The scripture is Romans 12:1 and colors will be white and red. The public is cordially invited to attend. Dr. Kendall Jones is the host pastor.

Starting May 18 Hartsfield Holy convocation Celebration The 35th Annual Holy Convocation of Macedonia Holiness Church of God of the Apostalic Faith Inc. begins on May 18 to May 23 with services starting at 7:30 p.m. The final service will be held on Sunday May 24 at 3 p.m. The theme for the convocation is “Jesus Lives Within Me.” There will be guest speakers each night.

The public is invited to come out help us life up the name of Jesus each night.

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Family center honors Nigel Alston

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Lunch and Learn Seminar Goler Metropolitan AME Zion Church located at 1435 East Fourth Street will hold their monthly Lunch and Learn seminar Wednesday, May 20, 2015, from 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. Thomie Douthit, of Douthit Funeral Services, will be the speaker.

Preparing & Planning For Life's Final Chapter will be the seminar topic. Planning ahead can help you make informed and thoughtful decisions about how you want your family and friends to celebrate your life and honor your memory. A free nutritious meal will be served and attendees are eligible for a door prize drawing.

Everyone is invited to attend and receive spiritual, physical, and intellect food to empower their mind, body, and soul. For more information contact Mertice Williams, Coordinator, at 336-993-2237. Reverend Johnny L. Ruff is the pastor.

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Women Seeking Wisdom The Women Seeking Wisdom Conference will be held Thursday, Friday and Sunday, May 21, 22 and 24 at Miracle Temple Deliverance Church, at 2930 Prescott Drive. The Conference theme will be “Stand Firm,” taken from Ephesians 6:10-17. Speakers will be: Thursday, May 21 at 7 p.m., Co-Pastor Earline White (Abba Father Ministries); Friday, May 22 at 7 p.m., Pastor Alice Mitchell (Miracles Outreach International Church); Sunday, May 24 at 11 a.m., Worship Speaker Prophetess Camille Calhoun. There will be singing, teaching, preaching, fellowship, freedom from bondage and dynamic worship.

Bishop Charlie Jenkins and the Miracle Temple Congregation and Apostle Barry Spates and the Calvary Ministries Congregation are sponsoring the conference.

For conference information please contact Joan Gray at 336-201-2155 or e-mail gray322004@yahoo.com.

May 24

Seven Up Program Steward’s Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church at 198 Anderson Road, Rural Hall, N.C., will have its Seven Up Program on Sunday, May 24 at 3 p.m. The Seven Ups are wake up, dress up, hush up, stand up, look up, reach up and lift up. The public is invited to attend. Rev. Eddie L. Fortson is the host pastor.

Youth Choir Anniversary New Birth Worship Center (NBWC) Youth Choir will celebrate their 18th Anniversary on Sunday, May 24, 2015 at 3:30 PM. The guest choirs will be youth choirs from Tabernacle United Church of Christ of Yadkinville, NC, and Mt. Olive Baptist Church of Winston Salem, NC. Everyone is cordially invited to attend. The pastor at NBWC is Dr. James L.E. Hunt. The address is 1033 New Birth Dr. East Bend, NC. For additional information, please call 336-699-3583 or visit our website at www.newbirthworshipcenter.org.

May 31

Anniversary service Bishop & Lady Stephone Samuels invite the public to their 10th pastoral anniversary on May 31. The guest speakers will be Pastor Anthony Wilson from Cathedral of Refuge at 11 a.m. and Pastor Kedrick Lowery of Grace Church of Durham at 4 p.m. Please join with us are we celebrate! The Church is at 4880 Burnette Drive, Winston-Salem, NC 27105.

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Pre-anniversary service Holy Trinity Full Gospel Fellowship Center, 5307 Peters Creek Parkway, will celebrate the pre-anniversary service of Pastor Richard C. Miller Sr. on Sunday, May 31, at 4 p.m. All are invited. The guest minister will be Pastor Larry Cutler and Old Town Baptist Church of Galax, Virginia. Come join the celebration of 31 pastoral years of service. For more information, call the church administrative office at 336-784-9347.

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DeVere Construction Company, Inc. is currently soliciting quotes from interested HUB subcontractors and suppliers for the following project bidding on Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at 2:00 pm. Please submit prices to estimating@deverecc.us or Fax to 919-363-6551 no later than 12:00 noon on bid day.

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Project: Ardmore Basin 1 Sewer Rehabilitation and Water Improvements Project, Winston Salem/Forsythe County Utility Commission, NC

Scopes to include hauling, aggregates, water line materials, paving, incidental concrete, silt fence, erosion control, bypass pumping .

Plans, specs and detailed bidding requirements can be viewed at the following:

Devere Construction Company, Inc. office at 8541A Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27612, Devere FTP Site – www.deverecc.us/bid , password: SEWER City/County Purchasing Dept., City Hall Rm. 324, 101 North Main St., Winston Salem, NC iSqFt plan room at www.isqft.com Hydrostructures, PA , 126 Commerce Court, Pittsboro, NC 27312 For more information or to quote prices contact Dalton Walker (Estimator) @ 919-363-6551.

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INVITATION TO BID

Layne Inliner, LLC invites all WinstonSalem, Forsyth County Certified M/WBE’s to submit subcontractor/supplier pricing for the following Forsyth County project which bids on May 19, 2015: PETERS CREEK SANITARY SEWER REHABILITATION PROJECT

The following subcontractor/vendor participation is needed: Dig/Underground Contractor; Masonry Structures, Cementitious Manhole Lining system, Asphalt Paving, Miscellaneous Concrete and Steel Piles. Specs and quantities are available by request through fax, email or by written request. See contact information below.

Please submit your proposal in written form, together with your M/WBE certification, on or before 12:00 Noon, May 18, 2015 to Layne Inliner, LLC, 1441 Delta Drive, Gastonia, NC 28052 (Fax: 704504-9272) or Email: Dianne.hearn@layne.com . Direct all inquiries to the attention of Shannon Herford or Donald Robertson at 704-504-8464.

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Winston-Salem State University North Entry Bridge and Parking Subcontractor Prequalification

New Atlantic Contracting, Inc./ WC Construction Co., LLC, a joint venture, will be accepting 1st tier subcontractor prequalification submittals for the WSSU North Entry Bridge and Parking project until 5:00PM Monday, June 1, 2015. Prequalification applications can be obtained at www.new-atlantic.net, click on “Subcontractor Portal”, and go to Estimating folder. This is a Construction Manager at Risk project.

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Request for Pre-Qualifications for General Construction Services

Notice is hereby given that the Piedmont Authority for Regional Transportation (PART) is seeking a pre-qualification submission from firms having extensive general construction experience for the Howard Coble Intermodal Transportation Center Complex. Responses to this Request for Pre-Qualification shall be prepared and submitted no later than June 9, 2015 by 3:00 pm; in accordance with the requirements of the Pre-Qualification document located at www.partnc.org - contract opportunities. PART is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services.

The Chronicle May 14, 2015 Advertisement for Bids

Yadkin Valley Paving Inc. Is requesting bids from certified MBE/WBE firms on the Forsyth county resurfacing contract that bids on May 19, 2015 at 2:00 P.M.

We are soliciting sub-contractors bids for hauling, striping, milling, and various other trades, bid documents may be reviewed at 121 Cloverleaf Drive WinstonSalem, N.C. 27103. Please contact Mr. Todd FERGUSON@ (336)765-7900 no later than May 18, 2015 by noon. Any interested bidders are urged to contact Yadkin Valley Paving Inc. To discuss policies regarding further assistance to qualified bidders where appropriate.

The Chronicle May 14, 2015

lEgal noTicES NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Having qualified as Administrator of the Estate of Sonya Lavette Jones (15 E 675), deceased November 25, 2014, 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 July 30, 2015 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 30th day of April, 2015.

Robert Burkes, Administrator for Sonya Lavette Jones, deceased.

P.O. Box 244 Summerfield, NC 27358 April 30, May 7, 14, 21, 2015 NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Having qualified as Administrator of the Estate of Eddie Mae Caldwell Hall (15 E928), also known as Eddie M. Hall, deceased June 14, 2012, 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 August 14, 2015 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.

North Carolina Nash County

Notice of Service of Process by Publication Crystal L. Palmer, Plaintiff vs.

Lakeisha S. Blunt, Defendant

To: Lakeisha S. Blunt

Take Notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above entitled action. The nature of the relief being sought is complaint for money owned for lease/rental agreement at 1629 Foxhall Drive, Nash County, North Carolina.

You are required to make defense to such pleadings no later than the 23rd June 2015, said date being at forty days from the first publication of this notice; and upon your failure to do so the party seeking relief against you will apply to the Court for relief sought.

May 14, 21, 28, and June 4, 2015

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By: Cedric R. Perry Attorney for Plaintiff 301 South Church Street Station Square, Ste. 168 Rocky Mount, NC 27804 252.937.2076

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NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION: STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA / DISTRICT COURT DIVISION / COUNTY OF FORSYTH / FILE NO. 15 SP 202, IN RE: H.O.T, A Minor Child.

TO: Jose Santos Ramirez Melendez and any unknown father of H.O.T. - Take notice that an action has been commenced against you in the above referenced court file. The Petitioners are seeking to adopt a female child born on January 17, 2015 in Winston-Salem, Forsyth County, North Carolina to Janette Apreza Sanchez. This child was conceived on or about May 2014 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

Ms. Sanchez is a 28 year old MexicanHispanic female, 5’5” tall, 270 lbs. when not pregnant, brown eyes, black hair, medium complexion, and large-boned build. Jose is described as Hispanic male born 12-27-82 in El Salvador, brown eyes, brown complexion and black hair. In order to participate in and receive further notice, including notice of the time and place of any hearing in this matter, you must file a written response with the Clerk of Superior Court within forty (40) days of service or on or before June 23, 2015. In the event you fail to respond the Petitioners will ask the court for the relief sought without further notice to you. The order for adoption will terminate your parental rights to this child and divest you of all rights with respect to the child. This the 14th day of May 2015. You should provide a copy of any response to the attorney for Petitioners at: Bobby D. Mills, PO Box 1677, Raleigh, NC 27602; (919) 821-1860.

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This the 14th day of May 2015.

This the 14th day of May, 2015.

Carolyn Gordon, Administrator for Eddie Mae Caldwell Hall, deceased.

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