- 1 week ago
The Triad Minority and Women’s Business Expo is returning, now in its 12th year, and promises to be more impressive than ever! Scheduled for Saturday, August 23, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Benton Convention Center, the Expo is a cherished event fe...
- 2 weeks ago
A new direct admission initiative is set to simplify higher education access for eligible students in North Carolina. Beginning this fall, over 62,000 public high school seniors will benefit from the NC College Connect program, streamlining their adm...
- 2 weeks ago
While over 50,000 students are enrolled across 80 elementary, middle, and high schools in the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools (WS/FCS) system, several alternatives exist. The Chronicle will soon showcase various options, including publicly fund...
- 2 weeks ago
August 14 commemorates the 90th anniversary of Social Security, a program that has enabled countless North Carolinians to retire honorably after years of dedication and labor. Recognized as one of America’s most effective initiatives, a recent AARP s...
- 2 weeks ago
The Arts Council of Winston-Salem and Forsyth County, in collaboration with the Delta Arts Center and YMCA REACH Center, is thrilled to announce the Good for the Hood East Winston Block Party, scheduled for Saturday, August 16, from 1 to 5 p.m. This...
- 2 weeks ago
Ephesus Junior Academy proudly announces the appointment of Ms. Khandi Cooper as the new principal as it embarks on its 68th year of providing education in Winston-Salem. Established in the fall of 1957 by the initiative of Pastor Walter Darby and hi...
- 2 weeks ago
*As summer concludes and families gear up for the new academic year, a crucial task often postponed is the updating of children’s immunizations. North Carolina mandates certain vaccinations prior to enrollment in public, private, or home schools, wi...
- 2 weeks ago
The Piedmont Wind Symphony launches its chamber series on August 13 at 6 p.m. at Footnote Coffee & Cocktails. This evening features "Beer & Brass," showcasing the vibrant Ardmore Brass. The spirited performance melds lively music with a fest...
- 2 weeks ago
In his 2024 work, “Golden Years: How Americans Invented and Reinvented Old Age,” James Chappel explores the evolving demographics and political dynamics surrounding older Americans as they transition into retirement. He details societal support syste...
- 3 weeks ago
Envision a Forsyth County where individuals of every age can flourish—a community where streets are secure, healthcare is within reach, connections thrive, and homes adapt as we age. This is not merely a vision; it represents the ethos of Age-Friendl...
- 2 months ago
Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools will recommence participation in the Summer Food Service Program, known as DINE WS/FCS, which provides complimentary meals to children and teenagers aged 18 and younger at various locations throughout the communit...
- 2 months ago
Quamekia Shavers is excited to share her acceptance into the renowned Campaign School at Yale, occurring from June 9 to 13 in New Haven, Connecticut. This prestigious five-day summer program selects only 80 participants nationwide for an intensive, n...
- 2 months ago
Winston-Salem State University (WSSU), since its inception in 1892, has appointed its first female permanent chancellor, Bonita Brown. A lifelong campus presence and WSSU alumna, Brown's roots trace back to a family of graduates. Raised on a Davidso...
- 2 months ago
Charlie Poole, a banjo virtuoso and textile worker from Spray, North Carolina, embodied a spirit of wanderlust. His enduring influence is honored each year at the Charlie Poole Festival, scheduled for June 12-14 in Eden, North Carolina. Organized by...
- 2 months ago
In the summer of 1943, amid World War II, the United States was rife with unrest, as riots sparked across the nation due to wartime strain, urban congestion, and racial inequity. Major cities including Los Angeles, Detroit, and Harlem witnessed notab...