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24/04/2025

By Judie Holcomb-Pack The Chronicle People who are 65 years old today can expect to live an additional 19.3 years, on average, according to the Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Jeanne Wei, MD, Ph.D., executive director of the Reynolds Institute on Aging at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, says that along with making healthy lifestyle choices, to avoid senior health risks, “you need to be physically active and eat a healthy diet.” It sounds simple enough, but how many of us are taking that advice? ...

By Judie Holcomb-Pack The Chronicle People who are 65 years old today can expect to live an additional 19.3 years, on average, according to the Disease Control and Prevention

24/04/2025

WS/FCS Superintendent McManus announces retirement During the Board of Education meeting on April 22, Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools Superintendent Tricia McManus announced that she will leave the district June 30. “Thank you for the opportunity to lead the amazing students and staff in this great community I have called home for the past five years. I have enjoyed meeting and serving thousands of students, families and community members in pursuit of our vision for educational excellence, collaboration and inclusiveness,” McManus said in a letter submitted to the Board of Education. ...

WS/FCS Superintendent McManus announces retirement During the Board of Education meeting on April 22, Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools Superintendent Tricia McManus announced that she will leave the district June 30.

24/04/2025

By Jess Schnur The Chronicle Starting tomorrow evening, April 24, at 7:30 p.m., the University of North Carolina School of the Arts (UNCSA) will hold its annual Spring Dance performance at the Freedman Theatre on its campus. Running from April 24-27, each performance will showcase the talents of faculty and students through both original choreography and reimagined classic works. The Spring Dance event is part of the school’s yearly performance schedule, which also includes a fall dance event for contemporary majors, the Nutcracker ballet, a Christmas holiday tradition, and a Winter Dance performance. ...

By Jess Schnur The Chronicle Starting tomorrow evening, April 24, at 7:30 p.m., the University of North Carolina School of the Arts (UNCSA) will hold its annual Spring Dance

24/04/2025

Local BikeSafeNC event on May 2 to enhance motorcycle skills and safety By: Jess Schnur The Chronicle The Winston-Salem Police Department encourages motorcyclists across the community to join them for a day of cruising. At the BikeSafeNC event, held at the WSPD Special Operations Building, local bikers can show their skill and participate in classes and ride-alongs for Rider Skills Day on May 2....

Local BikeSafeNC event on May 2 to enhance motorcycle skills and safety   By: Jess Schnur The Chronicle   The Winston-Salem Police Department encourages motorcyclists across the community to join

24/04/2025

By: Jess Schnur The Chronicle On Monday, May 5, the Forsyth County Department of Social Services will be distributing electric fans to qualifying residents as part of Operation Fan Heat Relief (OFHR). To be eligible for the program, one must be a resident of Forsyth County, aged 60 years or older, or be an adult with a disability, and must have a home situation where a heat-related threat to health and well-being is posed. ...

Title: Forsyth County Launches Operation Fan Heat Relief: Free Electric Fans for Seniors and Disabled Residents Starting May 5

24/04/2025

By Katy Nimmons Piedmont Environmental Alliance The Winston-Salem Fairgrounds will transform into a hub of environmental awareness and family fun this Saturday, April 26, as the Piedmont Earth Day Fair marks its 20th anniversary. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. - rain or shine - community members are invited to explore a diverse array of exhibits and activities; all focused on promoting sustainable living and celebrating the planet. ...

By Katy Nimmons Piedmont Environmental Alliance   The Winston-Salem Fairgrounds will transform into a hub of environmental awareness and family fun this Saturday, April 26, as the Piedmont Earth Day

24/04/2025

By Stacy M. Brown Pope Francis, the first Latin American pontiff and a global voice for the poor, immigrants, and the environment, died Monday at age 88. Cardinal Kevin Farrell announced his death from the Domus Santa Marta, the Vatican residence where Francis chose to live instead of the Apostolic Palace. “At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the home of the Father,” said Farrell....

By Stacy M. Brown Pope Francis, the first Latin American pontiff and a global voice for the poor, immigrants, and the environment, died Monday at age 88. Cardinal Kevin

24/04/2025

by Felecia Piggott-Long, Ph.D. For The Chronicle "The Cha-Cha Slide" pulled ladies to the dance floor, dressed to the nines in yellow, pink, crimson, green, black, navy, royal blue, gold and bronze. C. J. the Deejay (Chris Redd) rocked the house with hot grooves like "Faneto" by Chief Kef, "When I See You" by Fantasia, and "Preach" by Young Dolph. More than 100 students and chaperones gathered at the Second Harvest Food Bank Event Center located at 3330 Shorefair Drive on Saturday, March 29, to enjoy an evening with their classmates and dates. ...

by Felecia Piggott-Long, Ph.D. For The Chronicle   “The Cha-Cha Slide” pulled ladies to the dance floor, dressed to the nines in yellow, pink, crimson, green, black, navy, royal blue,

24/04/2025

Submitted article Please join the Forsyth County Historic Resources Commission and the Körner’s Folly Foundation for a Taste of History event to celebrate Historic Preservation Month. Presentations will be given by the Forsyth County Historic Resources Commission and the Körner’s Folly Foundation on historic designations and the legacy of the Korner/Kerner Family and the built environment of Kernersville. The program will be held on Saturday, May 3, 10-11:30 a.m., at the John and Bobbie Wolfe Visitor’s Center, 401 S....

Submitted article Please join the Forsyth County Historic Resources Commission and the Körner’s Folly Foundation for a Taste of History event to celebrate Historic Preservation Month. Presentations will be given

18/04/2025

thanks for the suggestion. On a day with so much to mourn let’s share some love through good positive advice. - The Chronicle

17/04/2025

Correction:
On April 9, 2025, The Chronicle posted an article entitled “Renovations at Winston Lake YMCA expected to be complete by early 2026.” There was an error. The article should have read “ ... by early 2025” not “2026.” The article has been updated with the correct information. We apologize for any inconvenience this error may have caused.
https://wschronicle.com/renovations-at-winston-lake-ymca-expected-to-be-complete-by-early-2025/

17/04/2025

The season returns this Saturday at The Madhouse 😈

17/04/2025

Parkland High School students will be looking their best at prom this month thanks to support from their Student Leadership Council’s newly established prom closet! Learn more on our website at https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/article/2150489.

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WSSU & UNCSA Set for Millions in State Budget + Big Local Update- https://mailchi.mp/wschronicle/vyb9wdkyad-173