Category : News

Become a ‘Voting Force Multiplier’

By Howard Pearre A “force multiplier” is a factor that can result in the accomplishment of greater feats than may be possible without that factor. Since you already are a dedicated voter – you must be if you are reading this article – you...

Arts Council names Samantha Howard president and CEO

Following a national search, Arts Council of Winston-Salem and Forsyth County has named Samantha Howard president and CEO. Howard has served as executive director of the Bayonne Economic Opportunity Foundation in Bayonne, New Jersey, since 2015 and w...

Piano prodigy Ray Ushikubo makes local debut at W-S Symphony’s ‘Rhapsody in Blue’ concert

Music Director Michelle Merrill returns for her second season with the Winston-Salem Symphony with a concert series featuring dazzling pianist Ray Ushikubo, who will perform George Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue. Merrill has programmed a stunning...

Fiesta! Festival to be held on Saturday in downtown W-S

The 32nd Fiesta! Festival will be held on Saturday, Sept. 14, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m., in downtown Winston-Salem between Poplar and Marshall Streets. Fiesta will be filled with Latin American food, cultural delights, music, family fun, and a vibrant celebra...

Amooti Omubalanguzi Announces Mega Celebration for His 25-Year Comedy Milestone

Veteran comedian Amooti Omubalanguzi is set to mark a remarkable milestone in his comedy career—25 years of making Ugandans laugh. The New Amarula Productions star, known for his unique style and consistent contribution to the entertainment...

Rams football drops a nailbiter to North Carolina A&T in overtime Saturday night

For the first time in the series and after a 14-year hiatus, the matchup between Winston-Salem State University and North Carolina A&T State University was decided in overtime. In Truist Stadium, the Rams fell 27-20, moving to 1-1 on the season,...

Black pro female football player launches first online marketplace exclusively for women athletes

Santia Deck, the first African American female athlete to sign a multi-million dollar deal to play football, is making history again. This time, she has launched HerLocker, the world’s first innovative online marketplace designed exclusively for fema...

College & University Inspiration Fest to be held on Sept. 14

Ishi Pentecostal Temple is hosting a College & University Inspiration Fest on Saturday, Sept. 14, at 1 p.m. to inspire Winston-Salem area students to have the best year they’ve ever experienced! Considering the many challenges our nation...

Montoute Criticises Government’s Crime Strategy

During Tuesday’s regular opposition United Workers Party (UWP) press briefing, former Minister and parliamentary representative for Gros Islet, Lenard “Spider” Montoute, sounded off on the current administration’s response to crime in Saint Lucia. “C...

Gabie Ntaate Sets the Record Straight on Pregnancy Rumors, Opens Up About Health Struggles

Gospel singer Gabie Ntaate has addressed rumours surrounding her alleged pregnancy, setting the record straight on her personal life and her health challenges. The speculations began circulating after photos of her appeared to show a bulging...

Bebe Cool Reveals His Childhood in Kasese: “I Know the Region Better Than Anyone Else”

Bebe Cool has shared details about his upbringing in Kasese district, debunking common assumptions that he spent his childhood in the urban areas of Kampala. Speaking at the World Tourism Day launch, Bebe Cool recalled his time in Kasese, re...

Mudra D’ Viral Speaks on Gravity Omutujju and Mikie Wine Concert Clash, Cites Politics as Key Factor

By BigEyeUg Team Dancehall singer Mudra D’ Viral has commented on the recent rivalry between rapper Gravity Omutujju and singer Mikie Wine, attributing the tension to political influences. Mudra D’ Viral The two artists held conce...

Mikie Wine Credits Wife for Recent Concert Success

By BigEyeUg Team Renowned Ugandan singer Mikie Wine has attributed the success of his recent concert to his wife, Poline Mukyaaya. In a televised interview, Mikie Wine expressed deep gratitude for her support, acknowledging that she pla...

Ssalongo Siraje Claims Higher Attendance Than Rapper Gravity Omutujju

By BigEyeUg Team In a recent interview, singer Ssalongo Siraje claimed that his concert attracted a larger crowd than rapper Gravity Omutujju’s event. Ssalongo Siraje, Gravity Omutujju Both artists held concerts at Lugogo Cricket O...

At Age 100, Baseball Legend, Reverend, Marine Bill Greason Reflects on An Incredible Life

By Matthew Ritchie | mlb.com The thing that stood out most in Reverend Bill Greason’s introduction in the basement of Bethel Baptist Church in Berney Points in Birmingham, Ala., was a specific piece of information that he was particularly proud to sh...