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Longtime educator awarded Order of the Long Leaf Pine

BY TEVIN STINSON THE CHRONICLE

During the school board meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 10 longtime local educator Victor Johnson Jr. was awarded the highest honor a civilian in the state can receive, The Order of the Long Leaf Pine.

Johnson, a 1961 graduate of Winston-Salem State University, has served more than 30 years in the Winston-Salem/ Forsyth County Schools (WS/FCS)

system as a teacher, principal and administrator.

Johnson is also the longest serving member of the WS/FCS Board of Education. As a youngster, Johnson was one of 21 teens who helped integrate lunch counters here in Winston-Salem at the height of the Civil Rights Movement. Johnson was also a standout athlete as well. He is currently enshrined in the Atkins High School Sports Hall of Fame and the Winston-

Salem Sportsman Hall of Fame.

Although he has racked up countless awards over the years, including a street marker with his name on it in East Winston, Johnson’s greatest accomplishment is the hundreds, if not thousands, of students he has impacted over the years.

Before presenting his former colleague with the award Tuesday evening, Donny Lambeth, who represents the 75th District in the State House and is a

Head impacts in youth football increase

Donny Lambeth, right, a member of the N.C. General Assembly, presents Victor Johnson Jr., left, with The Order of the Long Leaf Pine during the school board meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 10. The Order of the Long Leaf Pine is the highest honor that can be presented to a civilian in the state.

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former member of the WS/FCS Board of Education, said, it was an honor to be the one to present Johnson with such a

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Recently Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center conducted a study on the number of head impacts in youth football players as they move up in age and weight-based levels of play. Head injuries have been a big topic in football on all levels, which has been a cause for concern for some parents, while other parents have less worries.

The Wake Forest Baptist study employed inhelmet sensors to record head impacts in youth football players. They collected the number and location of impacts and the linear and rotational acceleration they caused to the heads of 97 players, ages 9 to 13 in one youth football organization.

They recorded more than 40,000 head impacts,

which is the largest collection of biomechanical head impact data for youth football to date, according to study author Jillian Urban, Ph.D. The study shows a

occurred during practice, the percentage of high magnitude impacts was higher in games and the number of such impacts in games increased with the

“There is nothing that I see that protects the players and there is no longevity in that sport.”

–Julius Reese, former Division I football player from the University of North Carolina trend of head impact exposure increasing with increasing level of play, but with variability within levels of play.

The researchers also found that while approximately two-thirds of all head impacts in the study

level of play.

The parents on both sides of the equation have very strong convictions about letting their children play football at such an early age. Julius Reese is a former Division I football player from the University

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of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and he will not allow his son to play football because of the injuries he sustained while playing.

“Me, being a former football player, I can’t see any future in the way they treat youth athletes as they progress in youth football,” said Reese. “There are a lot of rules, stipulations and equipment in place now for football that is not protecting the players; it's protecting owners against lawsuits.

“There is nothing that I see that protects the players and there is no longevity in that sport,” he continued.

“Many times the coaching aspect at the Pop Warner level is not up to par, and when you have these inexperienced coaches out here teaching kids, it can lead to a lot of injuries.”

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RALEIGH — The N.C. NAACP elected a new president last weekend to touts, “I’m woke, and I ain’t skerd,” letting advocates and adversaries alike know that just because Bishop Dr. William J. Barber II has finished his 12-year tenure as leader, doesn’t mean the state’s oldest civil rights organization will cease it’s aggressive battle

Rev. Dr. T. Anthony Spearman is the new N.C. NAACP president.

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for freedom, justice and equality.

“If we’re going to be a justice organization, we’re going to be a justice organization,” the new president, Rev. Dr. T. Anthony Spearman, said to applause.

“We’ve got work to do, and it’s time to roll up our sleeves and do the work fighting the real adversaries and enemy.”

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Head impacts in youth football are a major cause for concern for many parents, while others are confident with improvements the sport has made in recent years.

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BY TEVIN STINSON THE CHRONICLE

Thirty-nine individuals from various parts of the community joined the ranks of the WinstonSalem Fire Department (WSFD) last Friday morning as Fire Recruit Class 24 held their graduation ceremony at Revo Church.

This marked the end of their training and the beginning of a new journey as first responders.

During the ceremony held to honor the local fire departments largest graduating class in history, Mayor Allen Joines said the provision of public safety to citizens is the highest calling of city government. He said, “As Mayor it is my honor and my pleasure to thank each one of you for your willingness to step up and put your lives at risk to protect and serve the citizens of Winston-Salem.

“The first service is one of the most noble professions that there is dating back to the Roman times,” continued Joines. “So, on behalf of our 242,000 citizens here in Winston-

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Salem, thank you, thank you and welcome to the family of the city of Winston-Salem.”

Council Member James Taylor Jr., who serves as chairman of the Public Safety Committee and as publisher of The Chronicle, offered his congratulations to the graduating class as well.

Taylor who is native of the city said, “I thank you for your commitment and

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dedication to make our city better place.”

Mayor Pro Tempore Vivian Burke, City Manager Lee Garrity and Council Members Dan Besse and John Larson spoke during the graduation ceremony as well. The keynote address was delivered by Thomas Jenkins, fire chief in Rogers, Arkansas.

When addressing the graduates and their fami-

WSPD opens third police sub-station

Current and former members of the Winston-Salem Police Department, elected officials and other members of the community cut the ceremonial ribbon on the District 3 Police Station on Tuesday, Oct. 10.

BY TEVIN STINSON THE CHRONICLE

The Winston-Salem Police Department (WSPD) and members of City Council officially opened the District 3 Police Station earlier this week with a ribbon cutting ceremony.

The new station which will serve the Southwest Ward, is located at the corner of Somerset Drive and Hillcrest Center Circle near South Stratford Road. The 10,000-square foot building which cost $3.96 million to build will include offices, meeting rooms, showers, a locker room and a break room.

Voters approved the new station and two others, one in District 1 and one in District 2, both opened earlier this year, in the 2014 bond referendum. During the ribbon cutting ceremony for the District 3 Station on Tuesday, Oct. 10, Council Member Dan Besse, who represents the

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Southwest Ward, thanked the voters for approving the new stations.

“Without your support, your vote, your taxes, we would not be able to be standing here today and say we have now completed a key stage of the building out of our public safety infrastructure here in Winston-Salem,” continued Besse. “We have strategically located district police stations that will help create that seamless network around our city.”

Captain Chris Lowder, who will serve as District 3 Commander, said the new station is a tangible result of “community policing”. He said the new stations in various neighborhoods in the city will help the WSPD be more effective and efficient in the community.

“What you see here today with this police district office and the other facilities across the city is tangible proof of that commitment to the citizens of our great city of Winston-Salem.” Lowder said.

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lies, Chief Trey Mayo, who has nearly 30 years of experience in fire services, shared some advice with Recruit Class 24 to help them have a successful and enjoyable career. As he stood behind the podium Chief Mayo instructed the graduates to come to work each day with a good attitude.

He said, “If you come to work with a good attitude every day even though things aren’t perfect, you

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Four of the graduates are African-American.

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can still deliver the excellent customer service that our customers have come to expect from the fire department.”

Chief Mayo also encouraged the new recruits to be engaged with the community through events hosted by the fire department, stay physically fit and healthy, and remember that the WSFD should be a priority.

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Family Services, WSPD shine a light on domestic violence T H E C H R ON I C LE

BY TEVIN STINSON THE CHRONICLE

Family Services and members of the WinstonSalem Police Department (WSPD) came together to remember local victims of domestic violence and to honor 30 years of national awareness and hope last week when they held a Day of Unity on Friday, Oct. 6. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

During the event held at the Family Services Child Development Shelter on South Broad Street, Mayor Allen Joines and other members of the community joined the Family Services staff and local officers to raise a collective voice against domestic violence. The event kicked off Domestic Violence Awareness Month, which is celebrated in communities across the country.

Domestic violence is defined as a pattern of behavior that involves violence or other abuse by one person against another in a domestic setting, such as in marriage or cohabitation.

On average, nearly 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States. On a typical day, there are more than 20,000 phone calls placed to domestic violence hotlines nationwide.

After Mayor Joines read a proclamation marking the day and the month, while standing next to cutouts of women and children who have lost their lives to domestic violence, Police Chief Catrina Thompson said, “We are sharing space in this building with people who have lost their lives to domestic violence.

“And though they are not here, they have family members and survivors that are here. So, I just

want us to think about that and recognize the space you are in,” continued Thompson. “We have to do our part to try to educate our community on domestic violence.”

Before leaving the podium, Chief Thompson read an excerpt from an article written by Vonda Henderson in Forsyth Woman, a local magazine.

The article titled “Domestic Violence-Why Don’t They Just Leave?” takes a closer look at why those being abused choose to stay.

While there are many examples of domestic violence causing destruction to families, after reading the article Chief Thompson briefly discussed an incident in which domestic violence proved to be impactful to the entire community.

On Oct. 7, 2009, Sgt. Mickey Hutchens, a 20year veteran with the WSPD, was shot while responding to a call for service at the Bojangles on Peters Creek Parkway. The restaurant manager at the time reported that her exhusband was at the restaurant and would not leave.

Once on the scene, Sgt. Hutchens was led by the suspect on a short chase before opening fire at close range. The suspect also opened fire on Officer Daniel Clark before the suspect was fatally shot and killed on the scene.

Officer Clark and Sgt. Hutchens were both rushed to Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center.

Officer Clark survived his injuries but, despite all efforts from the medical staff, Sgt. Hutchens passed away five days later from his injuries.

Since losing her husband in the line of duty eight years ago, Beth Hutchens has worked tirelessly to raise awareness

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and end the cycle of domestic violence in the community.

Beth Hutchens, who was in attendance during the Day of Unity last Friday, said although no one has ever physically, emotionally or financially abused her, she is a patron of domestic abuse.

“I am collateral damage. There is a lot of collateral damage and a lot of families here that have been affected by domestic violence,” said Hutchens.

“I want to ask you to do one thing for Mickey today; help her or him have a safe escape or a place to go. Don’t make them feel like they are trapped in that spot.”

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Beth Hutchens, the widow of Sgt. Mickey Hutchens, speaks during the Day of Unity hosted by Family Services and the Winston-Salem Police Department on Friday, Oct. 6.

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The Parent Education Action Network (PEAN), a local initiative designed to address disparities in the school system, is looking to help parents get more involved in their children’s education by hosting a workshop later this month.

Since its inception in 2015 PEAN, has brought parents, community leaders and other organizations in the community together to build partnership with priority schools in the local district. A priority school is a school among the lowest 5 percent of Title I schools in the state based on the achievement of all students in terms of proficiency on the statewide assessments.

According to a list posted on the N.C. Public Schools website, between 2015 and 2017, 11 schools in the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools district were listed as “priority” or “failing.” PEAN is looking to change that narrative with its For Parents by Parents Parent Academy.

The goal of the free, year-round parent engagement initiative is to help each other become full partners in our children’s education by providing education excellence for all children by informing parents about the importance of their roles, uniting families and school, and giving parents a fuller sense of their rights, and responsibilities. The yearlong initiative will provide free workshops for parents and children, peer parent partner support, transportation, cash stipends and warm meals.

The first session of the For Parents by Parents Parent Academy will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 17 at the local NAACP headquarters, 4130 Oak Ridge Drive.

For more information or to register please contact Nakida R. McDaniel at 336-830-4522.

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The public meeting will take place on Monday, October 23, 2017, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Jerry Long Family YMCA located at 1150 South Peacehaven Road in Clemmons. This meeting is being held to provide an update on the proposed interchange improvements.

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“If he could spend his money and time to build that building, people should know about him.”

Mary Neely Grissom said this about The Neely School, built in 1908 by her grandfather Julius Erastus Neely. During that time, educating black youth wasn’t available, so Julius took it upon himself to build the school for his children and the community.

Neely Grissom said, “My grandfather built the Neely School back in the woods to keep it from being burned down, it was so far in the back, you couldn’t see it.” With the help of family and the community, the school was well built and operated for 40 years.

She attended the school from the ages of 5 to 8 years old.

“I only lived less than a mile from the school, but other kids would walk as far as four to five miles every day,” she said. The one-room schoolhouse fit 20 students comfortably.

Granddaughter Mary and her family are now restoring The Neely School, as a tourist attraction and to educate the public about her grandfather Julius. The Neely House is

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on Neely Town Road in China Grove, N.C. The community is very excited and proud of the historic building. Mary said, “When I’m in town, I hear people say, ‘Wow, look at what we have. Can you believe it? I didn’t think we were going to be able to do this.’

During my interview, Mr. Grissom came downstairs to say hello, and tell me, “We’ve been fans of your radio show for years.”

I asked Mary how long they’ve been married, she said, “43 years.” and he jokingly yelled, “52”.

That’s only one of the fun and exciting moments that happened during my interview with Neely Grissom. Along with restoring her grandfather’s schoolhouse, she wrote a book to tell his story as well. The book is called “Little School in the Woods.” Emily M. Brewer is the writer, and she was kind enough to give me an advance copy; I love it. It’s a great book for the entire family; I look forward to reading it with my teen sons Cameron and Corey, and my 5-year-old, Nate.

You can enjoy my interview on the Winstonsalem Chronicle You Tube channel. For contact info and interviews, email her at grissomml@bellsouth.net.

Mary Neely Grissom was born in Rowan County, N.C., to Mr. and Mrs. Julian Neely. She spent her formative years in and around China Grove, N.C. She attended Neelytown and China Grove elementary schools.

She attended both Aggrey Memorial High School in Landis, N.C. and J.C. Price High School, in Salisbury, N.C. Mary enrolled at North Carolina Central University (NCCU) at age 16. She majored in French with a minor in Spanish and she studied English extensively. Upon graduation, she did post graduate studies at NCCU, The University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Wake Forest University, and Winston-Salem State University (WSSU).

She met her husband, Willie Grissom, at NCCU and they have one daughter, Marice Edwana, who also is a proud graduate of NCCU. Mary and Willie settled in Winston-Salem and she began her teaching career with the WinstonSalem/Forsyth County Schools system, where she taught all levels – including elementary, middle and senior high school – for over 40 years. Mary has been enjoying retirement for 23 years.

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Voice to Be Heard.”

Robyn is executive director of WOAMTEC Winston-Salem Chapter.

WOAMTEC stands for Women on a Mission to Earn Commission. The first Commission is The Great Commission. She’s the founder of “Trinity House of Refuge,” a women’s home that will open soon to serve women who have endured traumatic life experiences.

Robyn is active in her community, supporting various homeless ministries, outreach events as well as being an integral part of her local church, Dunamis Ministries.

Robyn is a certified minister, leadership coach, spiritual coach, substance abuse counselor and certified chaplain with Abundant Life Ministries in Salisbury N.C. Robyn is also a certified life coach through TRIUNE Coaching. She is a certified speaker through the “Don’t Talk Speak” speakers association. She’s walked in the shoes of being a teen mom, a youthful wife, a divorcee and dealt with a few life relationships that taught her various lessons.

In Tatum’s free time, she enjoys spending time with family, especially her two grandsons, who she lovingly calls “my mighty men of valor.” You can reach her at: trinityhouseofrefuge@gmail.com

She wants to give women a House of Refuge BUSTA’S PERSON OF THE WEEK

BY BUSTA BROWN THE CHRONICLE

“Busta I hit rock bottom. I had nothing.” She was jobless, homeless, and then hit with illness.

Robyn Chavis Tatum said co-workers at WGHP-TV Fox 8 called her “The Rev.” “My sales manager back then would say, ‘If you want something done give it to the hustler.’ I would dig up a rock and find the sand.”

Tatum’s clients and the community called her “The Fox 8 Lady.”

“I enjoyed meeting people and making them feel special,” she said.

She was one of the top sales reps at WGHP for over five years and was always active in the community. Tatum said she loved her job.

“It never felt like work.

It was one of the best parts of my life,” she said.

In 2009, she came to work and was blindsided; the TV station had been sold. Tatum lost her job, but she’s always been a hustler, so she quickly picked up a few odd jobs, but not enough to keep the bills paid. Over the years, the bills began to pile up, with plenty of late notices, including a foreclosure.

During that time, she was a radio personality and sales rep for a radio station in Lexington, N.C. Her listeners tuned in for Robyn’s inspirational messages.

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esteem and the importance of all churches, communities and schools working together.”

The day she was locked out of her house, the message was about how to find peace during your trials and tribulations. It was October 2014; Tatum came home to her beautiful 3,000 square foot home, only to find out, she was no longer the owner. For the first time in Tatum’s life, she was homeless. That same day, the radio had a huge community event,and how she got through will truly inspire you. Check out the rest of my interview with Robyn Chavis Tatum on the Winstonsalem Chronicle YouTube channel.

Robyn is a woman of God, divinely appointed to serve and support others in their visions. She’s an inspirational speaker, highly motivated leader, visionary and producer. Tatum is often referred to as “LadyDivine” from her former radio show, “A

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Maps of the project will be available for viewing. An opportunity to discuss the project with NCDOT and Design Build team members, ask questions, and provide feedback will be available. No formal presentation will be made. Attendees will also have the opportunity to submit written comments and questions until November 13, 2017.

The public can view information on the project webpage: https://www.ncdot.gov/projects/wsnb/ and the NCDOT Public Meetings website: https://www.ncdot.gov/projects/publicmeetings/.

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Persons who speak Spanish and do not speak English, or have a limited ability to read, speak or understand English, may receive interpretive services upon request prior to the meeting by calling 1-800-481-6494.

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New crisis response center set to open early next year

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BY TEVIN STINSON THE CHRONICLE

Early next year, construction on the Daymark Recovery Services building on Highland Avenue will finally be complete.

During the County Commissioners briefing held on Thursday, Oct. 5, Rhonda Outlaw with Cardinal Innovations Healthcare Solutions said the new facility will provide crisis response services. According to Outlaw, who serves as the senior community executive, despite a few setbacks, construction is expected to be complete early 2018.

“I know there has been a lot of frustration in the community because of the delays which were primarily related to construction,” continued Outlaw.

“Because of the changes in the programing and change

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of provider, that generated additional work that had be done that resulted in these delays.”

Daymark Recovery Services provides an array of outpatient and psychiatric services for the treatment of a mental illness, substance abuse problem, or developmental disability. Services are tailored to individual needs and delivered using evidence based approaches to increase effectiveness.

Outlaw mentioned late last month Billy R. West, the CEO of Daymark Recovery Services, visited the community partner meeting Cardinals hosted to answer any questions individuals in the community may have. She also said the 24-hour facility will have the capacity to provide services for individuals who are on invol-

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untary commitment, a legal process through which an individual who is deemed by a qualified agent to have symptoms of severe mental disorder.

“We’re hopeful from the community perspective particularly law enforcement that this transition will be seamless to them.

They will be able to bring individuals to the Highland Avenue Center who are on involuntary commitment and transfer that custody to Daymark.” Outlaw said.

Upon completion, the new Daymark facility will also provide transportation to local hospitals and 23hour observation chairs.

Law enforcement will also have the ability to call ahead to cut down on observation time. For more information visit www.daymarkrecovery.org .

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The brothers of the Mu Epsilon Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. completed a Puerto Rico Relief Drive at Winston-Salem State University this past Friday, Oct. 6.

The brothers, in conjunction with Dr. Jack Monell, collected non-perishable items for two weeks to send to Puerto Rico. Monell, Ph.D., M.S.W., is associate professor & program coordinator of Justice Studies in the Department of History, Politics and Social Justice

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at Winston-Salem State University.

The massive outpouring of support was incredible and the brothers were incredibly grateful for everything donated, they said in a statement.

In collaboration with CaribeEX in Greensboro, NC, the brothers donated six crates of water and

water filtration systems, non-perishable items, medical and hygiene supplies, batteries and flashlights.

The representatives of CaribeEX were quite thankful to the donation and stated that all items would be shipped to their offices in Puerto Rico in mid-October.

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‘I’m still standing’

That’s a familiar phrase in the Black Church.

This phrase came up at the Gospel Fest on Sunday, Oct. 8, which The Chronicle helped sponsor.

We didn’t have Kirk Franklin or any of the hugely popular gospel singers. The performers at Gospel Fest were largely local and offered a variety of gospel singing over two Sundays.

Bishop Grossjean Stephens made the statement about still standing. He is a local pastor who sings.

The various singers had one thing in common – lifting up the name of Jesus. It was a hopeful event, upbeat despite what is happening around them and to them. That’s what the bishop was talking about.

The audience was upbeat, too, dancing and lifting hands in the air.

Unlike in some places, when the people in the audience raised their hands, they were not shot.

When the people in the audience danced, they were not mowed down in a mass murder.

The Dixie Classic Fair provided a good place for people to freely worship, despite the world in chaos.

And that’s how it should be.

That’s the American way.

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Innovation District is no good for N.C. schools To the Editor:

NCAE is proud of the communities and educators standing strong for traditional public schools and defending against for-profit charter takeover of some of our schools. The Innovation School District approved by the General Assembly is a school takeover scheme that is unproven and unaccountable. A similar system is failing in other states. Our elected leaders should do what we know works, and that’s investing in modern textbooks and technology, more resources to allow for one-on-one attention, and investing in educators.

Instead, this General Assembly is choosing to invest in corporate tax cuts instead of classrooms.

Mark Jewell, President N.C. Association of Educators Raleigh

Lawmakers construct barriers to economic development with minimum wage bills Algenon Cash

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they love. Glassdoor believes everyone should be afforded access to employment and career advancement opportunities and encourages employers to provide important career pathways for all segments of our population.

Lawmakers have recently caught my attention with bills to increase the minimum wage to $15 per hour.

Representative Pricey Harrison, a Greensboro Democrat, submitted the Economic Security Act of 2017 – a bill that would allow collective bargaining for state employees, raise the minimum wage and require employers to pay sick and family leave.

Keep in mind, this bill was filed at the tail end of a major announcement from Wendy’s, they are adding 1,000 self-ordering kiosks to stores by year end.

Undoubtedly these kiosks are designed to replace counter employees with emerging robots and other autonomous technologies.

Wendy’s, Taco Bell and other major fast food chains are now advancing plans to integrate new tech-

nology as more political pressure builds for a $15 “living wage”, healthcare expenses continue rising uncontrollably and out of control government regulations add onerous costs for private companies.

Additionally, the Bureau of Labor Statistics just released the September jobs report, the number of unemployed persons declined 331,000 to 6.8 million, but hidden in the figure is troubling news for retailers. The sector loss 26,000 jobs in September as it battles online retailers not encumbered by brickand-mortar overhead; not surprising after major retailers announced massive store closings.

Elected officials who introduce legislation adding more costs to an industry under such pressure are clearly disconnected from current market reality.

America is a story of innovation, creativity and disruptive technologies – we adapt with each passing generation. But sometimes government and industry resist change, clinging to passing ideals, not realiz-

ing the only way forward is through embracing the very change they fear most.

Likewise, GOP lawmakers appear to be struggling with reality, they fail to understand companies are no longer simply companies. They are brands, fully equipped with conscious and social priorities at the center.

I personally struggle with the speed that our society is moving in regards to what may be socially acceptable and what little remains taboo.

But true leaders understand their views, beliefs and ideology is not easily transferred to the minds of everyone, as if we live collectively as the “Borg” upon a flying space ship – assimilating everyone in our path.

Any state lawmaker towing the party line and declaring HB2 did not adversely impact North Carolina’s economy is not fully connected to reality.

Could we have survived with the law in place? Yes. But there is no doubt that companies, trade associations and national events

bypassed the state while we debated and figure out what we were doing.

Despite the campaign advertisements and charismatic politicians, government does not create jobs – risk hungry entrepreneurs, hardworking employees and willing investors create jobs. And they do a pretty darn good job at it when opposing forces stay out the way. In the end, government affects the playing field, often swinging outcomes one way or the other based on political priorities.

We should all hope elected officials discover ways to be more in tune with market realities when advancing their political ideas.

Algenon Cash is the managing director of Wharton Gladden & Company, an investment banking firm, he is also a national spokesperson for the oil and natural gas industry. Reach him at acash@whartongladden.c om.

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Mortgage interest rate increases appear inevitable

Perhaps the most important decision for prospective homebuyers is Guest determining Columnist the maximum price of the home they can afford. Once that decision is made, a nearly equally important determination is what type of mortgage they can qualify for and how much the interest rate will be.

According to Brian A. Hudson, executive director and CEO of the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency, mortgage interest rates are headed higher, but gradually.

“Recently we have seen the Federal Reserve [Fed] begin to raise interest rates,” Hudson said. “As the Fed continues to raise rates and reduce its inventory of mortgage backed securities, mortgage interest rates will begin to inch upward as

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well.”

This will likely happen at a slow pace, Hudson added, because the economy is still experiencing a sluggish recovery.

The Fed – the central banking system of the United States – has increased interest rates three times since December of 2016, a sign that it believes the economy is beginning to make progress.

Charlie Daniels, district manager at Residential Mortgage Services in northeastern Pennsylvania, agrees with Hudson that actions by the Fed will be critical in determining what happens to mortgage interest rates.

“Clearly the Fed is committed to reducing its balance sheet,” he said, “but there are a number of other important factors in play as well.”

Among these factors, Daniels said, are the state of global economy; whether the U.S. economy can reach, and sustain, 3 percent growth; and uncertainty surrounding geopolitical risks.

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Even at the current level of about 4 percent, mortgage interest rates remain at historic lows, especially compared to the early 1980s when the average rate on a 30year fixed rate mortgage was 16.63 percent, according to Freddie Mac. “A key factor in the downward pressure on the economy,” Hudson says, “is the fact that unemployment has been relatively high for a long period of time.”

High unemployment, he says, causes people to delay home buying and to opt for renting. “For quite some time now,” Hudson says, “rentals have been going through the roof.”

The housing market is definitely improving, however, Hudson explains, as the unemployment rate goes down, as more and more millennials – who like to live close to where they work – enter the housing market, and as the inventory of available homes continues to tighten.

“Over time,” he notes, “renters begin to look at how much they’re paying in rent

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and realize they can use those rent payments to build equity by purchasing a home.”

Given the fact that Hudson, Daniels and many other experts who follow the housing industry closely believe that mortgage interest rates could head upward, now is a good time for prospective buyers to consider getting into the housing market, “but only after you’ve done your homework,” Hudson cautions.

Despite all the forecasts that interest rates will begin to increase, no one knows for certain what will happen, Daniels warns.

“Most forecasters have been saying for years that interest rates would begin to climb,” he adds, “yet rates have remained in a narrow range for a decade. You might say we’ve been going sideways.”

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

There are no shortcuts to becoming successful James B. Ewers Jr.

Guest Columnist The college year is now in full swing. Students are registered and are in class. Faculty members have returned and are teaching their content courses. It is my opinion that the student-teacher partnership is one of the most powerful professional partnerships.

As college students, you enjoyed your summer.

Some of you had internships while some of you took summer school courses. Whatever you did, I am sure it was positive and fulfilling.

During the summer, you probably realized just how valuable time is and how it flies. You also learned that networking was important and therefore you made some con-

nections.

As an upcoming college graduate, whether next year or in years to come, you also kept up with issues of social justice. Treating one another with dignity and respect should always be at the forefront of your lives. You should know and understand that we are our brother’s and sister’s keeper.

Now that you are back on campus, you must work hard and do your best each day.

Success will not be given to you. It is not a drive-up affair like fast food. You don’t go to the first window and ask for success and then go to the second window and presto, you are successful!

Becoming successful requires a number of characteristics and strategies.

First and foremost, you must have a good attitude.

Your attitude about life determines how you will approach it.

Albert Einstein said, “Weakness of attitude becomes weak-

ness of character.”

As you progress in life, a lot of things will happen to you. Kahlil Gibran, a Lebanese-American philosopher and writer who wrote the book “The Prophet,” said, “Your living is determined not so much by what life brings to you as by the attitude you bring to life; not so much by what happens to you as by the way your mind looks at what happens.”

Second, develop selfconfidence. Believe that if you can conceive it then you will achieve it.

Remember there is a distinct difference between having self-confidence and being arrogant. Being arrogant means you are selfabsorbed and believe you are better than someone else. Having self-confidence means you believe in your abilities.

Third, have a good personality and learn how to get along with other people. If you are grumpy, illtempered and quick to get angry, you will have few

friends. As college students, be charming and kind. That doesn’t mean you must be the life of the party.

Fourth, get a friendship circle with students who have similar goals. It is important in your college experience to have friends who you can depend upon and who you can share ideas with about your goals.

I can recall my college days at Johnson C Smith University in Charlotte talking with my friends and teammates about my plans after graduation.

They were wonderful giveand-take sessions. They always occurred late at night or on the “block.”

Fifth, it is important to develop a set of goals.

While they may not be permanent, they will help you to navigate your course. As your goals begin to actualize, you may want to share this young adult pledge that I developed with your classmates, family members and friends.

Add fiber to your diet Elisha Covington Guest Columnist

Fiber is an important part of our health. It is an essential part of digestion and daily elimination. Often times, laxatives are substituted for fiber and this leads to the dependency of laxatives when fiber should be considered. Fiber and elimination go hand-in-hand and it is often taboo to talk about elimination (or lack thereof), but it is a part of life that we all experience. Fiber is the indigestible remains from plant cells that we get from our foods. It is also referred to as roughage. Fiber comes from foods like vegetables, fruits, beans, and whole grains. It is ideal to get fiber from the foods that you eat first, and to supplement later if needed. Regular fiber consumption prevents con-

stipation and promotes regular bowel movements. It is nearly impossible to eliminate waste from our bodies without the proper amounts of daily fiber.

Fiber removes waste matter in the large intestines and then adds pressure to the muscles in the rectum to loosen and to then expel the waste.

There are two types of fiber, soluble and insoluble and both types are important. Soluble fiber dissolves in liquid, whereas insoluble fiber cannot be broken down. I look at soluble fiber as a way of receiving nutrition because our bodies are able to absorb the nutrients because it can dissolve. With insoluble fiber, I refer to it as the cleaners because it cannot be broken down by the body so it sweeps our digestive tract of toxins and waste. Most fibrous foods contain both types of fiber and it is believed that insoluble fiber reduces the risk of colon cancer, along with many other illnesses and diseases.

The Standard American Diet

(S.A.D., no pun intended) often lacks the adequate amounts of daily fiber consumption. Today, average Americans only consume about eight grams of fiber per day, and for perspective, 150 years ago, average Americans were consuming 20 to 30 grams of fiber per day. It is recommended that our daily intake should be what we were consuming 150 years ago. When eating large, healthy amounts of fiber while decreasing fat intake, we can prevent cancer and polyps of the colon, hemorrhoids, and diverticulosis, to name a few. Because fiber is a carbohydrate, high-carbohydrate foods can be the cause of many intestinal diseases and disorders. This is why it is important to consume a complex and varied diet. When opting to increase fiber intake, many begin eating high-fiber, high-carbohydrate foods like whole wheat breads and crackers, fibrous breakfast cereals, brown rice and potatoes. Although these can be great additions into the diet, they are often over consumed and are

Young Adult Pledge I know that God will order my steps throughout my life.

I must make good decisions in order to be successful.

Therefore, I will listen and obey my parents, grandparents, and other relatives because I know they love me and want what is best for me.

Therefore, I will obey and abide by all rules and regulations when I am at school; I will listen to all of my teachers and other school officials. I will not cause confusion or be a disruption at my school.

Therefore, I will treat all of my classmates and friends with dignity and respect. When I meet someone new I will also treat them with dignity and respect.

Therefore, I will display a good attitude at all times and will maintain high levels of self-respect and respect for others.

more carbohydrates than fiber.

These foods also negatively impact blood sugar levels.

Instead, opt for low-carbohydrate, high-fibrous foods like raw nuts and seeds that have been soaked or sprouted, cauliflower, broccoli, carrots, green leafy vegetables, and celery. These fibers promote a healthy colon and healthy blood sugar levels.

Eating fruits with skins that are edible like apples, peaches, kiwi, pears, berries, figs, are high in fiber. Nature intended us to eat many foods whole but we tend to discard the most nutritious parts, like the rind of watermelons and

Therefore, when I am in my community and other communities I will obey all rules and regulations. I will not have any verbal or physical confrontations with the police or any other authority figure. I will follow their instructions and will not talk back to them.

Therefore, as I am growing into manhood and womanhood I will be mindful of the fact that I have a responsibility to help other young people.

I have a bright future ahead of me so I know that I can, I must and I will succeed.

James B. Ewers Jr. Ed.D. is a former tennis champion at Atkins High School in Winston-Salem and played college tennis at Johnson C. Smith University, where he was all-conference for four years. He is a retired college administrator. He can be reached at ewers.jr56@yahoo.com.

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oranges.

Fiber consumption can be easy when we look to nature to show us how. When eating foods, opt for foods that require minimal manipulation. Eating whole fibrous foods, just in the same form as they have grown is the best way to eliminate daily and maintain good health for a lifetime.

Elisha Covington is an avid reader and a mother of a vivacious 6 year old. She’s passionate about how and why people have unique relationships to food and wellness.

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Lambeth. “His name suits him well – ‘Victor’ – a champion and a hero to many.”

The Order of the Long Leaf Pine is awarded to persons for exemplary service to the state of North Carolina and their communities that is above and

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sometimes gets headaches and memory loss at times that he thinks is attributed to his time playing the sport. He felt as though kids should not be playing contact football until the age of fourteen because of the potential head injuries that can take place in a developing brain of an adolescent youth.

Reese feels one of the biggest problems on the Pop Warner level is the inexperienced coaches. He says many of these coaches have never played the game and sometimes teach the wrong techniques to the players.

Chronicle Publisher James Taylor is also a former collegiate football player at North Carolina Central University. He has made the decision to not allow his children to play the sport as well. He feels there is so much evidence that supports the dangers of head trauma for a young person playing the game.

With him being a former football player, he knows the bumps and bruises that can occur while playing the game. As far as Taylor is concerned, he would rather have his sons play a non-contact sport that does not put his children in jeopardy of long-term adverse affects from playing the sport.

“I would really love to see the grades and test scores of the kids that have not played contact sports versus those who did because I can guarantee you that you will probably find that those who take hits to the head make lower scores and grades collectively than their counterparts who do not,” said Taylor. “I am not letting my kids play, period.”

There are also parents who have let their kids play the sport at a young age but changed their minds once a head injury did occur.

Antwan Steele Sr. says he let his son play contact football until he sustained a concussion at the age of seven. He said after seeing his son deal with the symptoms of a concussion he is worried about it happening again along with the longterm effects it can cause.

According to Steele, his son slammed his head against the ground while playing and sustained his concussion. Following a conversation with his wife, they decided to not let his son play contact football until he reaches the high

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dent of the N.C. Council of Churches, thanked Dr. Barber for his leadership, calling the president emeritus, “ my predecessor, my friend and my mentor.”

“And thank you to the N.C. NAACP for your vote, [and] your overwhelming support of me to serve as your state conference of branches president.”

Dr. Spearman, the N.C. NAACP’s third vice president for the past six years, hailed his opponent, Rev. Dr. Portia Rochelle, longtime president of the Raleigh-Apex NAACP. When he gave his acceptance remarks at the Freedom Fund Banquet, Rev. Spearman embraced Rev. Rochelle onstage, and remarked with pride how they both ran clean campaigns to win. However,

beyond the call of duty and which has made a significant impact and strengthened the community.

After accepting the award and the ceremonial pin was placed on his lapel, Johnson was all smiles. As he stood behind the podium, he recognized his family members in attendance and thanked everyone who

school level. While his son excels at other sports such as basketball and soccer, contact football is out of the question until high school.

Steele feels that the added certifications and training the youth coaches are receiving can do nothing but help make the sport safer. He says that he did not have this way of thinking prior to his son’s concussion but once he had the chance to see what could happen it opened his eyes to the dangers of the sport on a young brain.

On the other side of the equation, there are parents who do not have the same level of concern about their kids playing the sport at a young age. Barry Gwyn is a parent who also coaches his son with the Kernersville Raiders. He says he acknowledges the fact there is a chance of head injuries but is confident in the coaching his son receives along with the equipment improvements over the years.

“One of the things I believe in is the coaching because we have to take classes now to study the game,” said Gwyn. “I trust the coaches to teach the kids the proper way to tackle and things of that nature.

I put the trust in us to do the right thing, so that's why I don't have any concerns about it.

“At first it wasn't an agreement with my wife but I made an executive decision,” Gwyn continued. “I just explained to her that my job out here is to be a father and a coach and she agreed.”

Gwyn says if a head injury does occur to his son he will have some concerns because of all the new information that has come to light about the subject.

He says he started playing football at the age of seven and played throughout high school but doesn't know if that has given him any lingering affects.

Bennie Oates, head coach for the Kernersville Raiders Tiny Mite team, says he has been coaching little league football for 16 years and has not seen a dip in participation from the younger kids in recent years. He thinks as the kids get older they become more aware of the dangers and some have gravitated to other sports.

“Nowadays you have to make sure that you prepare them correctly by teaching them the right way to play,” he said. “My concerns have dropped since watch-

Spearman also took time to publicly chastise, though not by name, several N.C. NAACP members who apparently worked behind the scenes to undermine the two candidates.

“There are some of us who are in here tonight, who did their best to divide us, and cause a whole lot of hatred to permeate the N.C. NAACP,” Rev. Spearman admonished. “And I’m here to tell you all that I will not stand for that on my watch! You know who you are, and I want you to know that I know who you are too!”

The hundreds in attendance at the banquet wildly applauded.

Prior to the election, Dr. Spearman vowed that he will continue down the path Bishop Barber set in terms of challenging the state legislature over what he sees are repressive policies hurting the poor and communities of color.

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helped him along the way.

“I just want to thank the many people who have been very helpful to me throughout life. The people of this community have always been very good to me,” said Johnson. “They always encouraged me to do the best I could do and that became my motto growing up.”

ing him grow and doing it the right way. The biggest thing is knowledge and knowing what to see and how to prevent it.”

Alphonso Abbott Jr. says his son has been playing contact football since the age of five. He does not have any concerns about his son because of the way he plays the game. He knows there is a possibility that it could happen but is confident in the improvements manufactures have made in equipment.

Abbott says if his son were to sustain a concussion he would wait the appropriate time for recovery and allow his son to let him know if he wanted to continue to play. He says his son’s love of the sport runs deep and he would not take that away from him.

With all the talk about head impacts on players in the sport, it is natural to assume that it would affect the higher levels of football. Rod Dunlap, varsity coach at Reynolds High, thinks with all of the recent studies that have come out about head impacts, that it has affected the number of kids coming out to play the sport.

“I have noticed a drop in kids coming out and deciding to opt out and go to different sports,” said Dunlap. “I think it’s due to parent involvement because they are concerned for the welfare of their kids.”

Dunlap, a former collegiate player himself, says he does not have any symptoms from playing football.

He said he would allow his son to play if he chose to do so. He feels if you teach the kids the correct way to play, it dramatically decreases the chances for injury.

Our results are consistent with prior studies of high school and college athletes showing that head impact exposure increases with increasing age and level of play,” Urban said.

“But they also show differences from one level to the next in a single youth organization.”

“Further studies that take into consideration the various levels of youth football could guide evidence based intervention efforts, such as changes in practice structure and game rules, to reduce the number of high magnitude impacts, impact frequency and the total number of impacts with the ultimate goal of improving safety in youth football.”

Also honored Saturday evening was the Greensboro NAACP Chapter, led by Branch President Rev. Dr. Cardes Brown.

Other 74th Annual N.C. NAACP Convention highlights include an appearance by veteran civil rights leader the Rev. Jesse Jackson, who graduated from N.C. A&T State University; keynote remarks by Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ), whose parents hail from Hendersonville, N.C.; Freedom Fund Banquet remarks from national radio /television personality Roland Martin; and a poignant final “State of the State of Civil Rights” address by outgoing president Bishop Dr. William J. Barber II. Next year’s N.C. NAACP Convention will be held in Wilmington in October 2018.

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Walkertown's defense leads to victory over Carver JV FOOTBALL

BY TIMOTHY RAMSEY THE CHRONICLE

The Carver Yellowjackets and the Walkertown Wolfpack are two Forsyth Country programs fighting for respectability. On one hand the Yellowjackets are fighting to return to past glory while Walkertown is attempting to establish itself as a team to be reckoned with. The two teams faced off last Thursday, Oct. 5, with Walkertown winning 14-0.

BY TIMOTHY RAMSEY THE CHRONICLE

The landscape of the NBA has drastically changed this off-season.

Many all-star caliber players have switched teams.

To my surprise many, have chosen to switch from the very winnable eastern conference to the loaded western conference.

Everyone knows last year Kevin Durant decided to leave Oklahoma City and join forces with Stephan Curry and the crew in Golden State. That move helped Durant win his first NBA Championship over Lebron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers.

With Golden State looking like one of the best teams of all time many believed, including myself, that the top free agents and those looking for a trade would probably attempt to join forces in the Eastern Conference where the competition is less fierce.

Well I was wrong.

Kicking things off was the trade of Chicago Bulls star Jimmy Butler on draft night to the Minnesota Timberwolves joining young studs Andrew Wiggins and Karl Anthony-Towns.

This trade immediately will make Minnesota, who missed the playoffs last year, a potential top 4 or 5 team in the Western Conference.

The Houston Rockets made a splash as well by adding all-star point guard Chris Paul to pair with James Harden to create the NBA's best backcourt. The Rockets were already a dangerous team offensively, now with the addition of Paul they just became that much better.

The surprise this offseason came by way of the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Russell Westbrook averaged a triple double for the entire season, the first player to do so since Oscar “Big O” Robinson did so in the 1961-62 season.

Thunder general manager, Sam Presti, pulled the steals of the decade by trading for all-stars Paul George from the Indiana Pacers and Carmelo Anthony from the New York Knicks while still keeping most of the core of the team.

The Thunder were able to make the playoffs last season behind the herculean effort of Westbrook.

With the addition of George and Anthony, the Thunder are now a top tier team in the West. To me, they are the second best team in the conference behind the Warriors. They have the necessary pieces to compete with the Warriors because of their offensive punch and athletic wings.

Presti was able to build the Thunder to title contenders a few years ago through the draft by acquiring Durant, Westbrook and Harden in consecutive drafts. This time around, he used his savvy ways to rebuild the team through trades to create another team that has the potential to win it all.

Of course, you cannot forget about the San Antonio Spurs in the west.

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The Wolfpack came into the game looking to for their first win of the season. They have gotten progressively better throughout the season according to head coach

Jonathan Battle. He says if his team continues to play this way it could lead to more victories down the line.

“I thought our guys came out pretty prepared and the kids kind of took it as a personal game because Carver is right down the street and a lot of the guys know each other,” he said.

“The guys really came out ready to play some football; they were juiced up.”

Offensively speaking, Battle feels that his team has grown tremendously. He says his quarterback has made tremendous strides in the last few weeks.

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Walkertown gets its first win of the season with a victory over the Carver Yellowjackets.

W. Forsyth loses quarterback and game against East

BY TIMOTHY RAMSEY THE CHRONICLE

The annual matchup between the Titans and Eagles is usually one of the better games of the season. Coming into last week’s clash, it looked to be another tough game. With the Titans losing their starting quarterback on the first possession, it was an uphill battle.

They were unable to overcome and fell to the Eagles 35-13.

The Titans opened the game and drove the ball right down the field. As they entered the red zone, starting quarterback, Jalen Ferguson, took a run along the right side and injured his leg during the process. He was out for the game and perhaps the season, which seemed to deflate the W. Forsyth team.

Even with the injury to Ferguson, the Titans kept it even at 0-0 at the end of the first quarter.

The floodgates began to open in the second quarter as Robbin Smith scored a pair of touchdowns that help give the Eagles a 21-0 lead at the half.

“We were driving the ball pret-

ty good and he (Ferguson) is our leader and when he went down we wound up not scoring on that drive and I think that kind of deflated the kids,” said Titan head coach Jared Eure. “A lot of the kids are not used to seeing an injury like that and sometimes it shocks them and they can get nervous.

“I think the injury kind of got

game giving the offense breathing room.

“I'll be honest, initially on that first drive they held the ball for quite a long time and I think our defense just showed a lot of guts and when they got down inside the red zone, they refused to give up any points,” Horton said. “I was really proud of that and I think that

the offense out of sync,” he continued. “But defensively, I think East just ran right over top of us.

Offensively, they just overpowered us and got the lead and we couldn't move the ball.”

Eagle head coach Ronald Horton said the injury to West's starting quarterback did not alter their game plan as they knew this was going to be a tough game regardless of who was behind center. He raved about how his defense held up early on in the

set the tone for everyone else.”

The success of the Eagles’ running game in the first half opened up the play action passing game in the third quarter when quarterback Gammon McReynolds connected with receiver Jamison Warren for a touchdown. The Titans kept fighting but were still held scoreless through three quarters.

Things began to open up for the Titans in the fourth quarter, however. Running back Nasion Johnson scored his first of two touchdowns

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Stephan McMillan, No. 4 in green, gets taken down by Kevin Avila, No. 26, and Ahmad Rousseau, No. 50.

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of the night with a short run from inside the five yard line. East Forsyth immediately answered with a 20-yard touchdown run from backup quarterback Ty'shaun Lyles to push the lead back up to 35-6.

“The fourth quarter was better because it seemed like they settled down a little bit and were able to get a couple scores,” Eure said.

“We got a touchdown off a pass and one off a run so if we had two more quarters to play we may have made it a game.”

Eure stated that the loss of Ferguson changed the entire game plan of their offense. He says the backup quarterback is actually the starting receiver so in essence they had to replace two positions.

“The injury changes a lot and we emphasized that at the end of the game,” he went on to say. “We told them the second and third string guys need to pay attention in practice because if one person goes down it changes the whole dynamic of everything so everybody has to be ready. Bottom line is: East

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Effective immediately, Trevin Goodwin will serve as the Interim Director of Media Relations and is responsible for all media relations and communications of the department of athletics

announced Tonia Walker, director of athletics at Winston-Salem State University (WSSU), in a press release.

He replaces Kevin

Manns who is no longer with the WSSU Athletic Department.

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“Our quarterback Jesse Slate is really starting to take the reigns of the football team,” he went on to say. “He is starting to understand things a lot better and things are starting to slow down for him. That alone has helped the offense work a lot better.”

Battle says when his team can just go out there an play off instinct instead of thinking too much they play better and faster.

Defensively he felt they guys really stepped up to the challenge.

“This is probably one of our best game ever on defense,” Battle said. “They tackled well and played assignment football. If Carver made a big play they didn't let it get into their heads, they took it one play at a time. I was really proud of

how they played.”

Since earlier on in the season Battle says his guys have continued to grow and get better. He tells his players during practice that they have to get better to reap the benefits of the hard work.

He told the kids before the game that “it was time to taste a W.” Going forward Battle says the one thing they can take away from this game is the intensity his players showed. He told his team that the intensity they showed can carry them on and off the field leading to victory on and off the gridiron.

Carver continues to try and turn around the varsity and JV programs under their new regime. JV head coach Dee Moye says his team is continually progressing throughout the season and hopes to have everyone on the same page before the end of the season.

Jerimiah Hawks, No. 15 in white, goes up for a leaping catch over Jakiem Blackburn of Carver.

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“This is probably one of our best game ever on defense.”

- Jonathan Battle, Walkertown head coach

Xavier Gaddy, No. 34 in gray, looks for open running room in the game against Walkertown.

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W. Forsyth backup quarterback Shane Jarvis, No. 2 in green, gets sacked by Tyler Clinard of E. Forsyth.

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WSSU Athletics department staff in 2007 and has been instrumental in promoting WSSU Athletics in his capacity as the assistant director of media relations.

In that role he was responsible for maintaining statistics using TAS/StatCrew software, writing press releases, game stories, feature stories, game notes and managing the production of various media guides/brochures /posters/schedule cards in a timely and effective manner.

Goodwin came to WSSU following a fourand-a-half year stint at

South Carolina State University in Orangeburg, S.C., where he served as the assistant athletic media relations director. Prior to joining South Carolina State University, staff Goodwin spent one year as the assistant sports information director at Charleston Southern University, where he carried out similar duties. He also spent one year as a desk editor at The Times and Democrat in Orangeburg, S.C. Goodwin graduated from Charleston Southern University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English in 1997 and is a native of Bowman, S.C.

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They are the New England Patriots of basketball as they are always in the discussion as a championship contender.

As long as head coach Greg Popovich and Kawai Leonard are in town the Spurs will not be an easy out. They just know how to win as evidenced by their five championships in the last 18 years.

The Warriors did not lose much from their championship team. They kept most of their players and were able to keep key bench player Andre Iguodala. Many believe they will be right back in the NBA Finals for a fourth straight year. That is not a foregone conclusion with all of the talent that has migrated west. More than likely, they will but it was not be an easy task come playoff time in my opinion.

In the east, outside of the Cavaliers and the Boston Celtics there is not much competition. Those two teams will finish one and two but in what order is the question.

The Celtics and Cavs traded point guards this offseason.

Kyrie Irving is now in Boston and Isaiah Thomas is now in Cleveland. Thomas is likely on the shelf until January with a hip injury. Once healthy, he will make the

outplayed us and they just beat us.”

Eure said the effort of his team despite the injury was admirable. He says he has been at the school for 16 years and it has always been that way for his team.

“They never give up and they always want to do their best and they will fight for you,” he said.

“We have good, smart kids that like to fly around the ball even when we are losing. We just tell them to keep fighting and get one stop and take it one series at a time.”

Coach Horton says he

challenged his team to respond after losing the previous two weeks to Reidsville and Paige. He thought his team came out and played well in all three phases of the game.

“I challenged the guys during the week and called out the sophomores and told them they have to lead,” he said. “We took some tough losses the last couple weeks and I am really proud at how they responded. We preach adversity and we implement that in our practice plan. I didn't want them to get too high after a fast start or too low after two straight losses and I think they responded well.”

Cavs very formidable.

Outside of those two teams, I do not think any other Eastern Conference team has a chance to make it past the second round of the playoffs; as it seems to be a collision course for the Cavs and Celtics in the Eastern Conference finals.

Again, I was very surprised no one decided to join an up and coming team in the east. The Wizards have a nice core with John Wall and Bradley Beal. One more all-star with that team could make a drastic difference.

An even better choice to me would be the Milwaukee Bucks. They have a team full of up and coming stars like Giannis Antetokounmpo, Thon Maker, Jabari Parker and Greg Monroe. They also have a solid bench to compliment the starters so an established NBA star like George, Butler or Anthony would have done wonders for this team.

This season could end up with a fourth straight match up between the Cavs and the Warriors but the likelihood of that happening has dropped a little with all of the moves that have taken place this off season. This is one of the advantages the NBA has over the NFL. Stars moving from team to team sway the competitive balance and create intrigue all year. This season should be a good one.

Community Briefs

Youth Legislative Assembly seeks applicants RALEIGH, N.C. – Leaders of the North Carolina General Assembly invite North Carolina high school students to apply for the 48th Annual Youth Legislative Assembly (YLA). The Legislative Services Office, under the North Carolina General Assembly, is now accepting applications for the conference to be held April 6 – 8, 2018, in Raleigh.

Applications will be accepted through December 11, 2017. The application can be found online at http://www.ncleg.net/ncgainfo/YLA.html. The YLA teaches high school students about the laws governing North Carolina’s citizens as well as the lawmaking process.

U.S. News & World Report ranks Wake Forest among Top-30 national universities U.S. News and World Report’s 2018 Best Colleges guide ranked Wake Forest University 27th overall among 311 national universities and 12th for its commitment to undergraduate teaching. Wake Forest has been ranked in the top 30 in the national universities category for 22 consecutive years and was also 27th in last year’s guide.

Wake Forest was included in the following U.S. News rankings: *12th on the “Strong Commitment to Undergraduate Teaching” list *23rd on the “Best Values” list *39th among national universities on the “High School Counselors’ Top Picks” list This year’s guide also highlights Wake Forest’s study abroad program. Low student/faculty ratio and small class size distinguish the University. Fifty-nine percent of undergraduate classes at Wake Forest have fewer than 20 students and only 1 percent of Wake Forest’s classes have more than 50 students, the lowest of any top-30 school.

Remaining in the top 10 percent of undergraduate business programs for the 11th consecutive year, the Wake Forest School of Business were ranked 40th.

The U.S. News rankings are posted on www.usnews.com.

Author’s new football novel wins Best Book Award Winston-Salem author Frank McNair recently learned that his new novel “Life on the Line: Football, Rage and Redemption” has been named Best Book in the Young Adult category for the Spring 2017 Pinnacle Book Achievement Awards. Presented by the National Association of Book Entrepreneurs (NABE) to its members, the Pinnacle Awards recognize excellence in book content and quality, writing style, presentation, and cover design. NABE members include a wide variety of publishing houses, small presses, independent publishers, print-ondemand titles, and self-publishers. “Life on the Line” is the story of two middle-school boys struggling to understand themselves and the world around them as they guide their football team toward what may be an undefeated season. “Life on the Line: Football, Rage and Redemption” is available in hardcover ($23.27), paperback ($14.99) and as a Kindle e-book ($9.95) on Amazon.com. Media review copies are available by emailing publicist Kim Weiss of Blue-plate PR: blueplatepr@gmail.com.

United Way of Forsyth County held its 2017 Campaign Kickoff United Way of Forsyth County held its 2017 Campaign Kickoff Friday Sept. 22 with the Moonlight Madness 5K and Fun Run Event. Over 800 runners competed in the 5K run and over 1200 people attended the event held in Bailey Park. The first runner to cross the finish line was Kristin Weisse. The youngest participant was 2 years old and the oldest participant George Kimberly is 83.

Junction 311 Race company managed the logistics of the race. In addition to the race, United Way of Forsyth County also hosted the band Disco Lemonade , several partner agencies and provided giveaways and information about its work in the community. There was also a guitar raffle sponsored

by Salem Music. A total of $21,000.00 was raised.

Plans are already underway for next year’s race event.

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Now- Oct. 14 – Big 4 Alumni Event The Big 4 Alumni Association of Forsyth kicks off their Annual Celebration on Wednesday, Oct. 11 with a “Day of Service.” The 4-Day celebration starts with a Habitat Build. The second day (Thursday, Oct. 12) will feature the annual Worship Service with the Big 4 Choir led by Eddie Bines.

The guest preacher is the Rev. Toure’ Marshall, pastor of Grace Presbyterian Church. And Dr. Soncerey Montgomery Speas, First Lady of New Jerusalem, will welcome the Big 4 worshipers to New Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church located at 1212 N. Dunleith. On Friday, Oct. 13, the Big 4 Teacher’s Appreciation Luncheon will be held to pay tribute to the educators who taught in the four Historically Black High Schools: Anderson, Atkins, Carver and Paisley. The appreciation luncheon will be held in the New Jerusalem Banquet Hall.

Friday Night (Oct. 13) includes a Comedy and Fashion Show. The Big 4 Fashions on Parade models are former students of the four historically black high schools and friends. This event which includes dinner will be held in the St. John CME Church Banquet Hall, 350 NW Crawford Street. On Saturday, Oct. 14, the Big 4 Gala will be at the Benton Convention Center. Tickets for the Big 4 events are available at the American Legion Post 128 at 4817 Old Rural Hall Rd Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and at Keona’s Boutique located 235 W. 5th Street Downtown Winston-Salem. For additional information contact James McCants at 336 7822645 or Eric Martin, Big 4 Alumni Association President.

Oct. 12 – Fall Fundraiser The Black Philanthropy Initiative (BPI) of the Winston-Salem Foundation will hold its annual fall fundraising event, Rethinking Philanthropy: Investing in our community through time, talents, and treasures, on Thursday, Oct. 12, 6 - 7:30 p.m. at the Milton Rhodes Arts Center.

The event is open to the public at no charge.

Attendees are encouraged to make a donation.

Persons interested in attending and/or contributing should RSVP by Oct. 5 by calling the WinstonSalem Foundation at 336714-3441 for more information or email: lwarren@wsfoundation.org.

Oct. 13 – Forks on Friday Presentations N.C. Cooperative Extension, Forsyth County Center, 1450 Fairchild Road, will host “Putting the Garden to Bed,” on Oct. 13. The event will be from 12-1p.m. and is free but registration is required.

Please register at: coope x t registration@forsyth.cc or 336-703-2850, no earlier than two weeks prior to the program. Space is limited.

Oct. 13— Performance The Winston Salem State University Burke Singers will be the featured performers at the Coffee House at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4055 Robinhood Road, in Winston Salem on Friday, October 13 at 7 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. (Love donations gratefully accepted.)

Refreshments will be provided. For directions, visit www.uufws.org.

Oct. 13-14 — Kickoff Party and Parade The Kimpton Cardinal Hotel, 401 North Main Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, is proud to be a sponsor of Pride WinstonSalem and host the KickOff Party on Friday, October 13 at p.m. There will also be a parade on Oct. 14 at 10 a.m. The parade will start on Trade Street. For more information, please visit pridews.org.

Oct. 13 —“Trail of Treats” The Winston-Salem Recreation and Parks Department is holding its second annual “Trail of Treats,” a Halloweenthemed community resource fair for elementary-age children and their families, on Friday, Oct. 13, at Bolton Park, 1590 Bolton Street, from 5:307:30 p.m. There will also be a pumpkin patch and bingo with kid-themed prizes under the shelter.

Food trucks will be set up around the park.

Admission is free. For more information contact Leah Friend at 336-7341215 or leahf@cityofws.org.

Oct. 13-15 – Symphony trumpeter performs The Winston-Salem Symphony and Music Director Robert Moody will present Classics Series concerts titled “Fanfare: Trumpeter Ryan Anthony & Pines of Rome.” The concerts will feature guest trumpeter Ryan Anthony

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and will take place on Friday, Oct. 13; Saturday, Oct. 14; and Sunday, Oct. 15 at the Stevens Center of the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, 405 West Fourth St. in downtown WinstonSalem. Tickets range from $20 – $67 and are available in advance by calling the Symphony Box Office at 336-464-0145 or online at W S S y m p h o n y. o rg .

Tuesday subscribers will be seated for the Friday, Oct. 13 concert.

students/seniors. There is also a $2 per ticket discount available for groups of 10 or more. Tickets to Priscilla: Queen of the Desert may be purchased in person at the Theatre Alliance Box Office (Fridays from 12:30-3 p.m.), online at www.wstheatrealliance.org or by calling Brown Paper Tickets at (800) 838-3006.

Please call Theatre Alliance at (336) 723-7777 with any questions about this or future shows.

Oct. 13 – Golf Tournament Habitat for Humanity will have a golf tournament to bring awareness to housing issues in Forsyth County. The event will be held on Oct. 13 at Tanglewood Park Golf, Champion course and begins at noon. To sponsor the tournament or register a team, contact Libbie Mayr at 336.306.8420 or libbie.mayr@habitatforsyth.o rg.

Oct. 14—Bazaar & Bake Sale The Handicrafters Ministry of Ardmore Baptist Church, 501 Miller Street, will hold a bazaar on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. in the church Fellowship Hall.

Handmade crafts, home accessories, household items, seasonal decorations, and homemade baked and canned goods, will be for sale. All proceeds will be used to support future projects of the Handicrafter's Ministry.

The Handicrafter's create hundreds of items each year to be donated to various organizations. For more information, contact Linda Cline at 336-8133785 or lindamae83@aol.com.

Oct. 13 – Deadline to register for Youth Chorus program The Winston-Salem Youth Chorus invites any 3rd through 5th grade student that loves to sing an opportunity to join Fall Forward chorus, a fiveweek singing group that is an introductory choral program. No audition is required, just of love of singing. Rehearsals are held on Tuesdays from 5:45-6:30 p.m. at Grace Baptist Church in WinstonSalem beginning Oct. 17.

For more information and to register, visit www.wsyouthchorus.org or call 336703-0001. The deadline for registration is Friday, October 13.

Oct. 13 – Annual Luncheon National Disability Employment Awareness Month, Winston-Salem Mayor’s Council for Persons with Disabilities (MCPD) will hold its Annual Awards Luncheon.

This year’s Awards Luncheon will be Friday, Oct. 13, 2017 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at The Novant Health Conference Center, 3333 Silas Creek Parkway in WinstonSalem. The cost to attend the luncheon is $15 per person.

Oct. 13-15, 19 – Theatre Alliance Production Winston-Salem Theatre Alliance’s performance of Priscilla: Queen of the Desert! will open on Friday, Oct. 13 Tickets are priced at $18 for Adults and $16 for

Oct. 14 – Black and Bling A fundraising event, Black and Bling, honors the memory of Sarah Virginia Carr Browder, a victim of domestic violence. the Halloween themed event features Atlantic Coast Highway Band on the Outdoor Stage, bonfires, and fun, adult Halloween activities. Only those 21 years of age or older are permitted. $10 admission at the door.

Bring lawn chairs, a dish to share, and several $1 bills for the activities.

Additional donations are always accepted. For more details, visit www.blackandbling.blogsp ot.com

Oct. 14 – Rabies Clinic The Forsyth County Animal Shelter will have a low cost rabies vaccination clinic on Saturday, Oct. 14 from 9-11 a.m. The clinic will be held at Forsyth County Animal Shelter, 5570 Sturmer Park Circle, Winston-Salem, 27105.

One (1) year vaccinations will be available for $5 per vaccine. Dogs, cats and ferrets only. Dogs must be leashed. Cats and ferrets must be in carriers. Pets must be at least 3 months of age.

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Elder Richard Wayne Wood

Obeying God’s Law

Sunday School Lesson

Lesson Scripture: Exodus 20:18-26

By the end of this lesson, we will *Understand that the purpose of God’s covenant was to help the Israelites stay away from sin. *Sense that God’s purpose for any of His commands is to keep His people from sin. *Renew our commitment to give full obedience to God’s Word in order to avoid sin.

Background: The time is 1445 B.C. and the place is Mount Sinai. God has now revealed Himself in a pillar of fire by night and a cloud by day. He has fed the Israelites with manna and quail; He has produced water from a rock. He made His presence and power known to the Israelites. Moses has led the people to a familiar place for him, Mount Sinai or “the mountain of God”. At this point, God has already given the Ten Commandments.

Lesson: God makes His presence known and in so doing causes the people to fearfully withdraw from the smoke and thunder, loud noises and all other phenomena accompanying God’s appearance (vs. 18). God is ensuring that the people knew that it was He, Almighty God, the God of their fathers who was giving the law.

Because they feared they were not fit to live in His presence, the people of Israel instinctively selected Moses to act as mediator for them with God. (vs. 19). Moses instructed the people that they should not be terrified at God’s appearance because it was for their good…their response should be one of reverence and awe which would deter sin (vs. 20). As the people withdrew, Moses drew closer to God, in the darkness. (vs. 21). God tells Moses to be direct in telling the people that the instructions he was about to give came directly from Him, God. The instructions were on sacrifices, offerings and altars.

No gods of silver or gold were to be made to stand beside God. God’s aim was humility. The people were to use stone or make earthen altars. These were to be kept natural in the form God had already provided. They would not be shaped to represent any particular thing…the restrictions on the form and the method of building was to ensure the appropriateness and propriety of their worship.

The altars were not to have stairs to climb exposing the nakedness of the priests…their humility and modesty was to stay intact. The focus was on the object of worship, not the means, place or structure (Vs. 24-26) (The MacArthur Study Bible, UMI, UGP).

For Your Consideration: How does God’s presence keep us from sinning? Worship instructions were given to Israel because God wanted a particular type of worship.

Are we making our worship worthy and pleasing to God or do we cater to man?

Life’s Application: We as Christians sometimes view God’s commands as unduly restrictive. We often do not realize that God gives us His instructions for our own good to enable us to avoid sin and its consequences and be in the place of His blessings (Don Anderson).

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Oct. 14 Yard Sale The Sarah Allen Women’s Missionary Society of St. James A.M.E. Church will sponsor a Yard Sale Fundraiser Saturday, Oct. 14. Spaces may be rented for $25 each (bring your own table). St. James is located at 1501 N. Patterson Avenue at the corner of 15th Street. Tell your friends, co-workers and neighbors.

Oct. 14 Choir Concert The DLS Choir of New Hope A.M.E. Zion Church at 7000 Shallowford Road, Lewisville, NC, will celebrate its second singing concert on Oct. 14 at 6 p.m. Please come out and enjoy the singing of God’s praises under the leadership of Mrs. Shirley Scott where Rev. Dairl L. Scott, Sr. is the pastor. For more information, call: 336-945-9083 or 336-924-2315

Oct. 14 Fundraiser Union Bethel A.M.E. Church, 1716 Richard Allen Lane (formerly Trade Street), will sponsor a Salad Fiesta Fundraiser

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Religion based nonprofit holds events for Domestic Violence

BY TIMOTHY RAMSEY THE CHRONICLE

Beautiful Countenance is a nonprofit domestic violence advocacy group. The organization has been around for three years and will hold a number of events during the month of October to bring awareness to domestic violence and sexual assault.

Domestic Violence Awareness Month was launched in October of 1987. It was created to connect and unite individuals and organizations working on domestic violence issues and raise awareness for them.

The faith based organization is gearing up for

several events to end the year and bring awareness to their cause.

“We are faith-based, based on the realization that domestic violence hapBeautiful Countenance holds monthly events to bring awareness to their cause.

Robinson. “We are dedi- munity to advise them cated to spreading the word about what we do.” and bringing awareness to Robinson says she local churches and local started the organization communities of faith. because of the way she was “We also serve every- raised. She says she grew one no matter what race, up in a household that religion or gender. We are involved the things she is not totally focused on faith working so hard bring but we do involve our- awareness to. selves in the church comSee Events on B5

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Gwendolyn Robinson started her nonprofit to bring awareness to domestic violence and sexual assault.

pens everywhere and to everyone,” said organization founder Gwendolyn

Gospel Fest shines through cloudy afternoon

Teenage mime dancer Camari Jeter performed at Gospel Fest for the second time this past Sunday.

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The second week of Gospel Fest was clouded by the threat of rain. Even with possible inclement weather, the crowd was treated to a tremendous show that was the perfect way to close out the 2017 Dixie Classic Fair.

Coming in on short notice to open the show due to an illness of a previous performer was Patty Parrin and Friends. Her brand of Neo-Soul mixed with traditional

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on Saturday, Oct. 14 from 10 a.m. – until. Come out and enjoy an array of delicious salads for a donation of $8. Rev. Dr. Jasper Hemphill host pastor.

Oct. 14 Grief Share St. Paul United Methodist Church,2400 Dellabrook Road, Winston-Salem, sponsors “Grief Share” on Oct. 14 at 10 a.m.

This is a support group for persons experiencing grief due to the death of someone close to them. The sessions feature biblical teaching on grief and recovery topics. The sessions are designed to give encouragement and support to persons on their journey from “Mourning to Joy”. Sessions are free. For additional information, call 336-723-4531 or 336-722-5517.

Oct. 14-15 Conference Life Changing Transformation Church Ministries will host the conference "Hurting Women Do Cry", starting on Saturday, Oct. 14 at 8 a.m. with breakfast being served. The guest speakers on Saturday, Oct. 14 will be Kenya Philips, Pastor Irma Scott of Overcomers Ministry of Kernersville and more. The

conference will conclude on Sunday, Oct. 15 at 4 p.m. with guest speaker Pastor Pamela Ferrell.

Oct. 15 Church Anniversary The Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church, 1905 N. Jackson Ave. Winston Salem, will be celebrating its 58th Church Anniversary on Sunday, Oct. 15, at the 11 a.m. worship hour. The speaker will be the Rev. R. Cooper, associate minister of the Rising Ebenezer Baptist Church in W-S. All are invited. The pastor is. Paul W Hart.

Oct. 15 Worship Services Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Winston-Salem, 4055 Robinhood Road, will have worship services on Oct. 15. Both the 9 a.m. Awake service and the traditional service at 11 a.m. will participate in the continuation of “A White Supremacy Teach-In” led by the Rev. Lisa Schwartz. At the Forum, 9:15 a.m., author Vernon Grossman-Orr will lead a discussion of See Rel. Cal. on B7

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was brought up in a wonderful two parent household outwardly but inside it was very toxic,â&#x20AC;? she continued. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Although we were functional my mom and dad fought almost daily and so we have a strong effort with Beautiful Countenance to work with prevention rather than intervention. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are trying to spread the news and get the word out and touch everyone that we can, especially youth and teens so we can stop this epidemic that is domestic violence and sexual assault.â&#x20AC;?

According to Robinson, they have

short term plans to build a safe house for those affected by domestic violence or sexual assault. Long term she would love to have a permanent facility that houses victims. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In the future we also plan to have a fully functional campus that will have a daycare on site and provide educational tools for those that have not obtained their high school diplomas; so, that they can get their G.E.D. along with learning job skills to help them gain employment,â&#x20AC;? said Robinson.

She says she is amazed about the feedback that she has received from adults who speak about how their experiences have shaped them as they

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have grown into adulthood. She said the greatest joy she gets is when people reach the point of being able to open up and talk about the things they have endured.

Beautiful Countenance will have several events coming up in the next few weeks to bring awareness during Domestic Violence Awareness Month such as self defense training, support groups, panel discussions along with a teen talk.

For more information about any upcoming events please call 336891-0564, if you do not receive an answer you can leave a message or text. You can also email at beautifulcountenance@yahoo.com.

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The hosts for the Gospel Fest were Busta Brown, Carmen Russell and Debra Terry Stephens.

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gospel added a great element to the lineup on Sunday. She will also be featured at a show on October, 21 at the Milton Rhodes Center for the Arts. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Even though we were notified on short notice the first thought that I had was that I was honored to do it,â&#x20AC;?

Perrin said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was happy because any time I can give God praise is great. I have been sick for a long time and I just canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t stand still with it anymore. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When you know God has called you to do something and you procrastinate by doing other things, it's not right and I'm ready. If they call me again I will come back. I want people to feel the emotion behind my songs and I am always that person that will sing to your soul.â&#x20AC;?

This year also included a mime dance routine from young Camari Jeter. The teenager has performed at Gospel Fest previously and says when she got the call to come again she jumped at the chance. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My first time was 2013, I think, and I enjoyed it so much I wanted to come back to perform again,â&#x20AC;? Jeter said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I enjoy ministering in front of other people and showing my talents especially as a young person. As a young person, I think seeing me motivates other youth and inspires them to show their gifts as well.â&#x20AC;?

Kasey Swinton was a first-time observer of Gospel Fest. She says

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Middle-Class Revolution.â&#x20AC;? At Explorations, 9:15 a.m., WFU Professor Hannah Hardgrave will discuss the difference between â&#x20AC;&#x153;Morality and Ethics.â&#x20AC;? For more information, visit UUFWS.org.

Oct. 15 Meet and Greet St. John C.M.E. Church will host a â&#x20AC;&#x153;meet and greetâ&#x20AC;? for the new pastor, the Rev. Dr. Regina Reese-Young. The event will take place on Oct. 15 from 2-4 p.m. at 350 NW Crawford Place, Winston Salem, NC 27105. RSVP for the event at 336-725-3968.

Oct. 15 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sisterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Teaâ&#x20AC;?

Born Again Free Deliverance Tabernacle Church of God The Apostle Faith, 741 Moravia Street, Winston-Salem, NC, will host its annual "Sister's Tea".

Followed by light refreshments. All women are welcome to come out and enjoy Jesus with us. For more information please call 336-2518717. The pastor is Apostle Barbara G. Adams.

Oct. 15 4th Annual Mime Explosion The 4th Annual Mime Explosion, featuring New Direction's â&#x20AC;&#x153;Greater Is He Mime Ministryâ&#x20AC;? will be held at New Direction Movement

she is new to the city and was surprised to see the gospel show during the fair. She enjoyed the show so much, she and her friends decided to forgo most of the fair and stay for the show. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We were walking around trying to find something good to eat and we came across the show,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am new to the area but have been to fairs in other cities but they definitely didn't have anything like this. I enjoy good music and those who aren't afraid to show their God given talents in front of others.â&#x20AC;?

Husband and wife singing duo Raymond and Kim Larkin returned to Gospel Fest to display their loving form of music. Their connection on stage is evident from the start and it emanates out to the crowd. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We always love coming to Gospel Fest, connecting with the people and sharing our music and our message,â&#x20AC;? said Kim Larkin. â&#x20AC;&#x153;That's really why we come back because it's a different audience and you never know who is here. Our motto is bringing fun back to love through music and entertainment.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;It feels good to feel the emotion from the crowd because that's part of the reason what we are there for,â&#x20AC;?

Raymond Larkin said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are here to serve them and give them another light of gospel, the way we present it.â&#x20AC;?

Dr. George A. Pass II and N.E.W. was also a new addition to the Gospel Fest lineup. He says he wasn't surprised when he got the call and was honored to perform.

Cathedral, 3300 Overdale Drive, on Oct. 15 at 5 p.m.

Come expecting a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Blessingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Blessingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; you shall receive. For More information call 336-771-2111.

Oct. 15 Pastoral Anniversary Rev. James A. Gilliam will be celebrating his 20th Pastoral Anniversary at Antioch Christian Church, on Sunday, Oct. 15. The 11a.m. speaker will be Rev. Adrian Gilliam an Associate Minister of Antioch Christian Church, and Pastor Gilliam's son.

Antioch Christian Church is located at 1432 Underwood Ave., Winston-Salem, NC 27105. For more information about Anniversary festivities contact the church at antioch1432@icloud.com.

Oct. 15 172nd Church Anniversary Bethania AME Zion Church, 2120 Bethania-Rural Hall Road, will celebrate its 172nd Anniversary, Sunday, Oct. 15. On Sunday morning, Rev. Dr. Karen Roberts Miller, pastor of Bethania will deliver the 11 a.m. message. At 3 p.m. Bishop Michael A. Frencher, pastor of Union Chapel AME Zion Church, Lexington, NC, will be the speaker. Lunch will be served at 1:30 p.m. The public is invited. For more information, call 336-924-1706.

Oct. 15, 16-18 & 22 138th Anniversary and Revival

â&#x20AC;&#x153;We wanted to perform a compilation of some things we have recorded and some things that were personal experiences,â&#x20AC;? Pass said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We like to share with people and like to have a warming experience on their lives. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have been coming to the fair since I was a little boy, so to be able to do ministry and share the gospel is tradition at this point,â&#x20AC;? he continued. â&#x20AC;&#x153;To me it's better than ice cream.â&#x20AC;?

New to hosting this year but definitely not new to the people of the Triad was Busta Brown. His connection with the crowd and fellow cohosts made you feel as though he has been hosting Gospel Fest for years. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I had a great time because I enjoyed vibing with the crowd and coming out representing The Chronicle,â&#x20AC;? Brown said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is my second time hosting an event while representing The Chronicle and it was a lot of fun introducing myself to The Chronicle audience. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Working with Debra and Carmen made it easy because they have been doing this for a while and that was a lot of fun as well,â&#x20AC;? he continued. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think it was clear to the audience that we respected each others craft. â&#x20AC;&#x153; Brown says he was impressed with the display of talent that took the stage on Sunday. He says the different styles of expression was refreshing to say the least.

Other artists who performed on Sunday were Big Boi Hurt, C.J. Beatty and Bishop Grosjean Stephens.

First Baptist Church, 700 North Highland Avenue, will celebrate its 138th Founderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day and Anniversary week beginning on Sunday Oct. 15th. On Sunday Oct. 15th, Rev. Dr. Bill Leonard, Professor of Church History at Wake Forest School of Divinity will be the morning speaker. Fall Revival will begin Monday Oct 16-18 at 7 p.m. The revivalist will be Rev. Dr. William S. Epps, Senior Pastor of Second Baptist Church in Los Angeles California. The 138th Church Anniversary will be held on Sunday Oct. 22nd. Our Interim/Assistant Pastor, Rev. Glenn Pettiford will be the speaker. The public is invited to join us for this week of celebrations.

Oct. 17 Documentary film Centenary United Methodist Church will host a documentary film, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Dancing in Angel Shadowsâ&#x20AC;?, by director Steve Childs, who explores the story behind the creation of an eight piece ballet by choreographer Gary Taylor, founder and artistic director of the Winston-Salem Festival Ballet. Childs focuses on Taylorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s interpretation of different types of angels and how they minister to us, protect us, and guide us. Director Steve Childs will be present for discussion and Q&A following the film presentation. This event is free and open to the public.

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19th Church Anniversary Bishop Charlie Jenkins and the members of Miracle Temple Deliverance Church would like to invite you and your congregation to our 19th Annual Church Anniversary on Oct. 18-20. Service start 7 p.m., nightly. The guest speakers will be: * Oct. 18â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Bishop Marvin Cremedy of Vessels of Honor Church Ministries * Oct 19â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Apostle Edward Allen of Ambassadors Cathedral * Oct. 20â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Pastor Scott White of Abba Fatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ministries For more information or if you need transportation please call or email us by Tuesday, Oct. 17 at 336-201-2155, gray322004@yahoo.com or miracletempledeliverancech1@gmail.com Oct. 19-20 Fall Revival Bishop Marvin, Pastor Clara Cremedy & Vessels of Honor Church Ministry, 3608 Ogburn Ave., will host its â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fall Revival 2017â&#x20AC;? on Oct. 19-20. The keynote speaker is Prophet/Pastor Johnny Scott and Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Yadkinville, NC. All services will begin promptly in the Church Sanctuary at 7 p.m. For more information and or transportation you may contact: Pastor Clara Cremedy@ 336-624-9351 or email @ claracremedy@yahoo.com.

administration at Wayne State University.

The accrued time of his 30 year career with Detroit Public Schools was spent sharing his love of teaching with students at Woodward Elementary. He later became the assistant principal and subsequently the principal of Newberry Elementary and Cerveny Middle schools. David was a member of The Metropolitan Detroit Alliance of Black School Educators and was the fifth president of this organization, 1985-1987.

Davidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s religious experiences began at Reynolds Temple CME Church, where he was baptized at an early age.

He maintained his membership through adulthood. As a faithful member of Oak Grove AME Church, David especially enjoyed working with the Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Group preparing for and serving meals for â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Largest Fish Fry in Townâ&#x20AC;? each year. He served on the usher board with much pride until his retirement in Aug, 2015.

By commitment, David affiliated with the Winston-Salem State University Alumni Association (a past president), Cross Trailors Square and Round Dancers, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity as well as volunteered his expertise giving golf lesions and setting up golf programs for future golfers. He savored â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tee Timesâ&#x20AC;? traveling with friends, relatives and strangers.

He loved jazz and collected hundreds of albums during his lifetime. Prior to his illness, Davidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s greatest joy was spending time with his grandsons Nicholas, Justin and Jaiden, giving golf and piano lessons as well as driving Justin and Jaiden home from school.

During a serene September afternoon, Davidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s long drive landed him the golferâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ultimate â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the Hole In One! In the company of his guardian Angels, Hospice Nurse and children, he completed his final round, relinquished his clubs to claim victoriously his reward.

Preceded in death by his wife, father, mother and brother, Raythell Meadows, David leaves warm and cherished memories to his children David (Gena) Meadows and Davena (Terry) Jackson; grandsons, Nicholas Meadows, Justin and Jaiden Jackson; sister Jessie (Oscar) Crockett and brother Alphonso Meadows of WinstonSalem; many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Impacted by his death are the Brockington, Carter and Gunn families, Julia Baldwin, and golf and dance associates and other caring friends.

MEADOWS

Between the milestones of his birth on Dec. 16, 1933, in Winston Sale, NC, to the late Harvey and Annie B. Sumpter Meadows and his homecoming on Sept.

7, 2017, David Lee Meadows experienced by far more fairway and putting green encounter during his â&#x20AC;&#x153;TEE TIMESâ&#x20AC;? than those mired in sand traps and rough.

Davidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s love of the game of golf was cultivated as a young caddy at various segregated golf courses in his hometown.

His passion for the game was nourished as he matured and became a skillful golfer.

In the game of life, similarly to the game of golf, David quite easily learned the value of focus and commitment-keeping oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eye on the ball and practice. In doing so, he honed his craft. He received his formative educational training in the public schools of Winston Salem. In June 1955, he graduated from Winston-Salem Teachers College (Now WinstonSalem State University) with a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education.

While in college, he was initiated into Omega Psi Phi Fraternity through the Mu Epsilon Chapter on May 1, 1953.

David was inducted into the US Air Force and was honorably discharged on Oct. 19, 1961.

Returning home from his military service, he worked a series of jobs and soon began his teaching career in Staunton, VA. During this time he met the love of his life, LaBonnie Carter, a home girl and student at his alma mater. They married and from this union, two children, David Jr. and Davena Yvette were born.

David taught Bonnie the game of golf, and they shared not only the passion for â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tee Timesâ&#x20AC;? but a splendid 37 year marriage until Bonnieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s death in Sept. 1999.

While visiting Alton and Decie Gunn in 1965, Dave and Bonnie decided to relocate to Detroit to continue their teaching careers. Subsequently, additional studies brought David the earned Master of Science degree in Guidance and Counseling from the University of Michigan.

He further augmented his studies in education

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Participants in the first session of “Big Girls Workout Too!” workout at Greater Commission Community Church on Saturday, Oct. 7.

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Last weekend, local author and motivational speaker India Reaves and nearly two dozen women started on their personal journeys to a healthier mind, body and spirit when she launched her one-of-akind workout program, “Big Girls Workout Too!”.

Since losing her mother and father to heart attacks at a young age Reaves, who is also a teacher at Parkland IB Magnet School, has been determined to lead a healthier lifestyle than her parents did. Reaves said although she had two wonderful parents, like most African American households they didn’t always eat as healthy as they should and most don’t exercise regularly.

As a result, blacks have a greater rate of fatal and non-fatal strokes as well as heart disease. Reaves said she made the decision to help other women lead healthier lives a year ago when she started going to the gym every morning at 5:30. She said although it was hard she was determined to live.

“People ask me all the time what’s my weight goal or my pants size but I tell them living is the goal,” said Reaves. “My mom passed at 42 I’m celebrating big for 43. My dad passed away at 45 I’m cel-

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Esther Bryant leads a discussion on proper undergarments during Big Girls Workout Too! held at Greater Commission Community Church on Saturday, Oct. 7.

ebrating big for 46. That’s the goal.”

“This is my worship.

What better way to praise the Lord than taking care of the temple that he gave you? I want us all to live long healthy lives. This is more than a workout plan.”

Reaves said when she asked some of her friends why they didn’t like going to the gym, many said they were intimidated.

“It’s an intimidation thing. Not from anyone intimidating them but their perception of what it looks like. Now that I go in there regularly, I see how many people don’t know what they’re doing,” said Reaves. “You have to go in the gym with a plan. So, I wanted to create a place where big girls can come work out comfortable but I wanted it to be more than just a workout.”

To kick-off the first session at Greater Commission Community Church last Saturday morning, Tanesha Hamilton, a certified chef, led a cooking demonstration to teach those in attendance how to make their favorite dishes healthier. Esther Bryant followed Robinson by discussing proper undergarments for women and where to find them. Reaves then led a discussion on keeping a healthy life balance. Local trainer Nichole Raynor wrapped up the day by leading an intense work-

out session that included everything from jumping jacks and push-ups to planks and burpees.

Those in attendance also had the opportunity to win special prizes, including a free workout session from Nichole and a free meal cooked by Robinson.

Zoe’s Kitchen, Fleet Feet Sports, GNC, The Vitamin Shop, and Tropical Smoothie also made donations.

The best part about Big Girls Workout Too! is that everything is free of charge.

“This didn’t cost me anything and you can’t put a price on saving someone’s life because even if they don’t walk away from this program health nuts; there’s a seed being planted,” continued Reaves.

“I’m saving lives nobody charged me to save my life.”

During an interview with The Chronicle last week, Reaves said this is only the beginning for Big Girls Workout Too! She said she hopes to start a weekly newsletter to keep participants on their personal journeys. She said the program will also work as a support system.

For more information on “Big Girls Workout Too!”, contact India Reaves at (336) 624-1221 or by email at ireaves84@gmail.com.

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Oct. 14 – Community Event Dare to Care Program The East Winston Way will have a community event on Oct. 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Christ Rescue Temple Church, 1500 N. Dunleith Ave. Receive free food, visit wellness booths and for the kids play games.

Oct. 14 – Community Day and Job Fair The Southeast Neighborhood Association (SENA) will host its 5th Annual Community Day and Job Fair, Saturday, Oct. 14 from 12 -3 p.m. at the Goodwill parking lot at 514 Waughtown Street, Winston Salem.

Entertainment includes a fun kid’s zone, musical performers, D.J. Energizer and great raffle prizes. For vendor and sponsorship opportunities, please contact Mildred Perez at (336) 926-9524 or Arabia Diablo at (336) 734-6900.

Oct. 14 – Harvest Day Visit Old Salem Museums & Gardens for an autumn Harvest Day on Saturday, Oct. 14 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Enjoy a fun-filled day of autumn inspired special hands-on activities and historic demonstrations.

As part of the Harvest Day celebrations the Homowo Heritage Festival, a celebration of African American foodways and culture, will take place from noon to 3 p.m.

Oct. 14 —“Grief Share” St. Paul United Methodist Church sponsors “Grief Share”. This is a support group for persons experiencing grief due to the death of someone close to them.

Sessions are free. Each session is self-contained, meaning one does not have to attend the sessions in sequence.

CHALLENGES OF GRIEF is the topic on October 14 10 a.m. at St. Paul United Methodist Church – 2400 Dellabrook Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27105. For additional information, call 336-7234531 or 336-722-5517.

Oct. 14 —Breast Cancer Awareness Theta Mu Sigma Chapter of Kernersville, N.C. is partnering with Susan G. Komen race for the cure to present Pink4Lunch on Saturday October 14 at 11 a.m.-12 p.m. at Naomi Jones Resource Center at 2531 LaDeara Crest Lane, Winston-Salem, NC 27105. Come out to receive information about signs and symptoms, what to do if something is abnormal and enjoy a light lunch. To register or if you have questions contact Lisa Allen at Lisanitgal@yahoo.com.

Oct. 14 & 28– Cemetery Volunteers needed Historic Happy Hill Cemetery needs volunteers for cemetery cleanup on Oct. 14 and 28.

Weather permitting, the cleanup efforts will begin at 9:30 a.m. until 11 a.m.

The Happy Hill Cemetery is located at 888 Willow Street, W-S, NC 27127.

For more information, please contact Maurice Pitts Johnson (336) 8158417 or (336) 978-2866 or contact Jean Moses-Petree (336) 721-1288.

Oct. 16 – Childhood Nutrition Day Family Services will once again team up with the Chef and Child Foundation of the American Culinary Federation (ACF) and Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest North Carolina to raise awareness about the prevalence of childhood hunger in Forsyth County and to emphasize the importance of good nutrition. On Monday, Oct.16, Chef Don McMillan, president

of the local Stock Pot and Family Services Board member, will collaborate with numerous North Carolina chefs and culinary students to serve a healthy, delicious breakfast to hundreds of preschool children, their families, teachers, community partners, and Family Services staff. The chefs will serve breakfast from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. at all four, five-star FSCD Centers: Kernersville, Mineral Springs, WinstonSalem State University, and the agency’s main child Development offices at Sarah Y. Austin (2050 Big House Gaines Blvd., Winston-Salem), where a brief program will take place at 8 a.m.

Oct. 17 – Parent Academy The Parent Education Action Network will host the first session of the For Parents by Parents Parent Academy at the NAACP building at 4130 Oak Ridge Drive on Oct. 17.

For more information or to register for the academy contact Nakida R. McDaniel at (336) 8304522.

Oct. 17 – Documentary Film Centenary UMC will host a documentary film, “Dancing in Angel Shadows”, by director Steve Childs who explores the story behind the creation of an eight-piece ballet by choreographer Gary Taylor, founder and artistic director of the WinstonSalem Festival Ballet.

Childs focuses on Taylor’s interpretation of different types of angels and how they minister to us, protect us, and guide us. Director Steve Childs will be present for discussion and Q&A following the film presentation. This event is free and open to the public. ing

Oct. 19 — Book sign-

Action4Now, Inc., a non-profit organization is presenting an Official Book Signing of “Dishonor Everywhere but Who Cares,” by Local and Native author Curtis E. Dixon. The event will be held at Forsyth Technical Community College, 4905 Lansing Drive WinstonSalem, N.C., 27105 on Thursday Oct 19, 2017 at 6-8:30 p.m.

Oct. 19 – Gift of Aging Workshop Presbyterian Older Adult Ministries Network, in partnership with The Shepherd’s Center of Greater Winston-Salem and Salemtowne Retirement Community, will present Celebrating the Gift of Aging, a workshop for pastors, lay leaders, and anyone who is a leader in older adult ministry. The workshop takes place on Thursday, Oct. 19, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., at Highland Presbyterian Church, 2380 Cloverdale Avenue. The cost is $30.

For information, contact Dianna Wright, dwright@salempresbytery.org, or call 336755-3393, Ext. 126.

Oct. 19 – Film Presentation The Arts Council of Winston-Salem has organized a special film presentation and discussion as part of the community’s Domestic Violence Awareness activities.

Working with Family Services, as a collaborative member of the Family Violence Prevention Initiative, the Arts Council will have a film showing and moderated discussion on Oct. 19 from 6-8 p.m.

The event will be held at SECCA, 750 Marguerite Drive. It is free and for mature audiences.

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Property Located at: 618 E. 16th St. Winston Salem, North Carolina, Known as Tax Block 0275 Lot 012 On City County Tax Map File No. 2012040166

You are hereby advised that on August 15, 2016, the Winston Salem City Council of the City of Winston Salem adopted an Ordinance ordering the demolition of the above referenced structure within ninety (90) days from said date.

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

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IT Database Consultant - Hadoop, F/T (Winston-Salem, NC)

Administrate & manage scalable Hadoop environments in a large enterprise system for a dynamic fin'l institution, incl monitoring clusters & jobs, managing backup of Hadoop data, Hadoop security, optimizing & tuning environments as needed for optimal performance. Must have a Bach's deg in IT, Info Systems, Comp Sci or related field + 10 yrs of progressive exp in IT Consulting or D/base Admin positions performing following: dsgng, dvlpg & administering Hadoop; admin of Linux servers; dsgng Hadoop Cluster environments & providing admin support for applications being developed for use on Hadoop; dsgng, implmtg & administering operational security on Hadoop clusters; data ingestion into Hadoop clusters; evaluating technology & architectural components supporting analytic modernization; applying operational expertise, incl troubleshooting skills, capacity planning, & on-going & automated maintenance; & administrating MySQL d/base. In the alternative, employer will accept Master's deg in IT, Info Systems, Comp Sci or related field + 8 yrs of exp in IT Consulting or D/base Admin positions performing aforementioned duties. Send resume to Paige Whitesell, Recruiting Support Manager, BB&T Corporation, 434 Fayetteville St Mall, Raleigh, NC 27601.

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CHERRY HILL APARTMENTS

A Community for Seniors

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

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

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

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

Two bedroom apartment for rent 222 Dunleith Avenue Call 336-971-2418 for more information.

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Project Name: City of Greensboro – Horse Pen Creek Road Improvements, Contract # 2010-010 Bid Date & Time: October 26, 2017 @ 3:00 PM Please provide your proposal by: October 25, 2017 Phone: 336-368-4047 Fax: 336-368-4613

Or email to dynch@jrlynchandsons.com or csnow@jrlynchandsons.com

We are soliciting subcontract bids for the following trades: Materials, Staking & Surveying, Water, Sewer, Clearing & Grubbing, Directional Boring, Asphalt Paving, Concrete, Demolition, Drainage Structures, Dumpsters, Erosion Control, Fencing, Grading, Guardrail, Hauling, Pavement Markings, Pipe Supplies, Seeding & Mulching, Signage, Site Preparation, Traffic Control, Utilities & Other Incidental Items Necessary for Construction to complete the project.

The Project Scope of Work Includes; but not limited to: Grading, Drainage, Paving, Curb & Gutter, Sidewalk, Guardrail, Resetting of Fences, Additional Roadway Incidentals, Retaining Walla, Water & Sewer Relocation, and Erosion Control along Horse Pen Creek Road for approximately 3.2 miles. Work includes intersections and some roadway work along the intersecting roads New Garden Road to 450’ west of Battleground Avenue (US 220). It also includes the removal of an existing box culvert and construction of two new bridges over Horse Pen Creek

Please contact Daniel Lynch at dlynch@jrlynchandsons.com for a link to the project documents. Additionally, project documents are available for viewing at our office located at 307 S Academy St., Pilot Mountain, NC 27041 and also The Contract Documents may be examined at the following locations: City of Greensboro (Melvin Municipal Office Building) located at 300 West Washington Street, Greensboro, NC 27402 ( 336-373-7966) (Donald.saintsing@greensboro-nc.gov) Copies of the Contract Documents are also on file for distribution at Duncan Parnell located at 4275 Regency Road, Suite 100; Greensboro, NC 27410 (336-8551211) or Digital Plan Room (http://www.dpibidroom.com) Bonding Policy:

It is Jimmy R. Lynch & Sons, Inc. policy NOT to require M/WBE subcontractors to provide bonding to Jimmy R. Lynch & Sons, Inc. for their portion of the work. All M/WBE subcontractors will be allowed to work under Jimmy R. Lynch & Sons, Inc Performance & Payment Bonds to the Owner.

Financial Assistance Policy:

Jimmy R. Lynch & Sons, Inc. will provide Joint Check Agreements to all M/WBE subcontractors. Please request a Joint Check Agreement in writing. We will work with you and the material vendor to develop a Joint Check Agreement to satisfy all parties

Quick Payments Policy: It is Jimmy R. Lynch & Sons, Inc. policy to provide Quick Payments to all M/WBE subcontractors. Jimmy R Lynch & Sons, Inc will provide payment to all M/WBE subcontractors on a weekly basis if the work for which payment is being requested is complete and accepted by the Owner

JRL encourages 2nd tier M/WBE Subcontracting opportunities. We encourage our subcontractors to utilize 2nd and 3rd tier M/WBE Subcontractors.

The Chronicle October 12, 2017

REAL ESTATE

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

Handicap Accessible Units and Rental Assistance Available.

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

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