NFL icon John Madden died last week on Dec. 28, just three days after Christmas at the age of 85. The name Madden was more synonymous with the sport of football than just about any player. His presence will truly be missed in the game.
Daryl and DaNina Napper met at Winston-Salem State University 30 years ago. That romance blossomed into a now 26-year marriage and four beautiful kids. Over the years, the couple has led their children through high school sports and academics to now having three of the four becoming college graduates, with one two years away from his degree.
The young ladies from the eight-and-under dance team of the South Fork Panthers were crowned national champions of the American Youth Cheer National Cheer/Dance Championships for Division 8 earlier this month in Kissimmee, Florida.
Brittany Ward, founder of HOOPS4L.Y.F.E. (H4L), makes it a point to share the holiday spirit with those less fortunate. Every year she holds an event that includes a toy giveaway for kids. This year she held a Meet Santa event at the Carver School Road Library on Friday, Dec. 17.