To help build the teacher pipeline here in Forsyth County, The Pre-K Priority, a local collaboration of community organizations committed to early childhood education, launched its Be First initiative including online resources, community advertising and social media to encourage individuals to consider careers in early childhood education.
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The Chronicle’s Business of the Month: Local therapist teaches us how to ‘reset and heal’
JaDon Blair has been picking up a lot of attention from some big-time collegiate programs. While only a sophomore, the 6-foot-5, 180-pound safety has made quite the impression on the field and several Power 5 college football programs have taken notice.
Busta’s Person of the Week: Q&A with Dr. LaQuoia about overcoming racism, transformational changes, and achieving peace and joy
Earlier this month Forsyth County Board of Commissioners approved nearly $400,000 in ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) funding to Old Salem for restoration to buildings said to be related to the Hidden Town Project, which tells the story of the enslaved Africans who lived and worked in the town of Salem. But the vote didn’t come without some legitimate questions being raised by Commissioner Malishai Woodbury.
The Winston-Salem Christian (WSC) girls varsity basketball team put together a memorable season that none of their players will soon forget. After playing nearly 50 games, the Lions went 40-6 overall on the year, outscored their opponents on the season by nearly 1,000 points, and also brought home a state championship.
Busta’s Person of the Week: The need for foster parents is great and Shaunielle has answered the call. Will you?
No matter if you’re spending time downtown at Innovation Quarter, grabbing a bite to eat at Sweet Potatoes, visiting Carter G. Woodson School, Old Salem, or the Forsyth County Hall of Justice, it’s nearly impossible to travel the city without seeing some of Rucker’s work.


