As the brass band played in the background, Vietnam veteran Jeff Williamson gazed upon his fellow veteran companions from his wheelchair, surrounded by family, friends, … Read More
December 4, 2017
Column: The Children’s Center
Staff members at First Baptist Church Children’s Center found out last month that the daycare center would be closing on December 22nd –six months sooner … Read More
November 28, 2017
Column: Inner Rhythm Choir
On Sunday mornings when my church youth choir took the stage to sing, Kendall joined us. Though she has cerebral palsy and her speech was … Read More
November 28, 2017
Kaleideum Downtown Makes Fun More Accessible with Sensory Friendly Programming
As soon as you enter Kaleideum Downtown, you see a backpack sitting on the front desk with a sign: Ask about our Sensory Friendly Backpacks. … Read More
November 28, 2017
Will Kingery: Local Chef and Restaurant Owner Dishes on The Food Scene in Winston-Salem
Walking into Silo Bistro and Bar, off Reynolda Road, one can find Will Kingery, the owner of the restaurant, working right alongside his employees. “When … Read More
November 28, 2017
Buyer Purchases Troubled Royal Inn Property
The Royal Inn, which has been shut since June 2015 has been the center of complaints by residents in the West Salem neighborhood over illegal … Read More
November 27, 2017
Local Non-Profit Treats Opioid Addiction
By: Erin Stephens & Jessica Clifford *Because of the nature of illicit drugs and the possible legal implications for those who use them, the staffers … Read More
November 14, 2017
Profile of Ronnie’s Country Store
Opening the door to Ronnie’s Country Store is like opening a door into the past. Inside the old fashioned grocery store are shelves of canned … Read More
November 10, 2017
Lloyd Presbyterian Church
A table behind the last pew was full of food as the small congregation of 12 began its weekly Sunday worship service at Lloyd Presbyterian … Read More
November 9, 2017
Stevens Center: A Brief History
The University of North Carolina School of the Arts recently announced a $35 million plan to upgrade the Stevens Center, last renovated in 1983. The … Read More
November 9, 2017
Remembering Bill Bloxham: Local Man’s Subtle Presence Leaves Big Impact
After surviving a gruesome attack earlier this year, Arthur William “Bill” Bloxham, 60, was finally getting back on his feet. Following an extended stay at … Read More
November 7, 2017
Airbnb Presence in Downtown Winston Grows
Airbnb, the worldwide lodging service, is beginning to make its mark on downtown Winston-Salem — a cause for concern for some. Downtown Winston is … Read More