State lawmakers are considering a bill that will change how low-performing schools are chosen for the Innovative School District, the program that identifies which schools are in need of a third-party takeover such as a charter. Last week The Chronicle caught up with Dr. Angela Pringle Hairston, superintendent of the local school district, to discuss Innovative School Districts and the proposed changes.
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There’s an old adage that says “Give me my flowers while I can enjoy them,” and last weekend the congregation at Mt. Olive Baptist Church did just that when they recognized longtime pastor Dr. C.E. Gray by renaming the fellowship hall in his honor.
In Tuesday’s primary election, Barbara Hanes Burke, Vivian Burke’s daughter-in-law, defeated challengers Morticia “Tee-Tee” Parmon and Keith King to fill the vacant seat left by Vivian Burke who is retiring.
Local Democrat Kathy Manning defeated four others in the primary election, vying for the vacant seat in the 6th District of the U.S. Congress.
Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders energized local voters and students in Winston-Salem last week when he made a campaign stop on the campus of Winston-Salem State University (WSSU).
Imagine having a museum dedicated to the contributions and sacrifices made by African Americans right here in Winston-Salem. A place where young people and older persons alike could learn about people like George Black, Simon G. Atkins, Carl Matthews, Maize Woodruff, and others who paved the way for black people here in our community. Thanks to the collaborative efforts of Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools, Action4Equity, and Triad Cultural Arts, Inc., last month that museum came to life.
In recognition of the 60th anniversary of the first sit-in victory in the state, last weekend hundreds gathered in downtown Winston-Salem to remember the 21 college students who made history.
It’s no secret that high school can be challenging. With pressure from parents, teachers, peers, and the added pressure of social media, one could argue that being a high school student in today’s climate is more challenging than ever, which is why last weekend the Parkland High School PTSA (Parent Teacher Student Association) held a special ceremony to honor those who are facing those challenges head-on.
The local chapter of Democracy North Carolina did their part to ensure citizens exercise their right to vote when they hosted their annual Souls to the Polls event on Saturday, Feb. 22.
During a recent Finance Committee meeting, City Councilmember Annette Scippio let it be known that she prefers Murrell’s Cafe, a restaurant that operates out of Atlanta, over two local entities vying for vacant space in Union Station.
