For the past 20 years, Anita “Boss Lady” Dean-Arnette of The Light (1340 AM and 103.5 FM), a local Christian radio station, has invited listeners to send in letters to nominate their mothers for the title of “Mother of the Year.” From humble beginnings in a conference room, the event has grown to become a much-anticipated annual tradition in the area.
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By John Railey Winston-Salem State University’s Center for the Study of Economic Mobility (CSEM) has, since its inception almost four years ago, made research into economic mobility for released offenders
Last week Triangle Residential Options for Substance Abusers (TROSA), a Durham-based nonprofit residential recovery program, took a step closer to expanding services to the Triad when they broke ground for their new facility on Union Cross Road.
CSEM-supported group underscores new mode of community mobilization
Smith Reynold Airport has been awarded a $4.45 million CARES Act Recovery Assistance grant to help preserve and create hundreds of jobs and offset additional economic adversity caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
W-S native helps rescue two children from rip current at Kure Beach
The Kyndall Project nonprofit is attempting to double up their efforts this summer due to COVID-19 canceling their annual backpack giveaway last year. Because restrictions are lifting, the nonprofit is moving full speed ahead with planning their largest giveaway to date. But they need help with supplies before Aug. 14, when they plan to hold the 6th annual Back to School Jam at Rupert Bell Park.
Local nonprofits celebrate volunteers during National Volunteer Appreciation Week
Party bus and tours have new option in the city
Everyone is invited to join Piedmont Environmental Alliance (PEA) for the 2021 Virtual Piedmont Earth Day Fair, April 19 – 23. The virtual festival is packed with family-friendly activities, educational events, demonstrations, artwork and more – all free to the public. Sign up today to learn more about the full line-up of programs by going to https://www.peanc.org/winston-salem-earth-day-fair.
