Local youth football teams takes third place at national tournament
Delta Art Center’s new exhibit tells stories of the Gullah culture
The history of the Big 4 is well known throughout Winston-Salem. The Big 4 refers to the city’s all-Black high schools during segregation: Carver, Atkins, Anderson, and Paisley. And last weekend the Class of 1968 from A.H. Anderson High School came together to celebrate their 53rd class reunion.
Several local pastors joined faith leaders from across the state last week to call for a federal investigation into the death of Andrew Brown Jr., an unarmed Black man who was shot and killed by law enforcement officers in Elizabeth City.
There have been 15 homicides in Winston-Salem this year, compared to nine this time last year. In response to the rise in homicides, shootings, and other violent crimes, the Winston-Salem City Council is calling for the budget to include more funding for crime prevention initiatives and community youth programs.
Everyone knows that the city of Philadelphia is known for their delicious cheesesteaks. What many people outside the city fail to realize is Philly is known for another delicious treat. Water ice is a Philly staple and now the people of Winston-Salem can join in on the craze at Chilly Philly.
As area director of the Western Triad for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), Bershawn Thompson’s goal is to bring every coach and athlete within his reach to a closer relationship with Christ.
