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WFDD-FM (Winston-Salem, NC)
Volunteers preserve Black history by restoring North Carolina’s African American cemeteries
Mapping the cemetery is extremely challenging, according to Terry Brock, an archaeologist and research associate in the African American studies program. “It’s not quite as straightforward of a project as mapping, for example, the cemetery that’s just down the road where everything’s in nice, neat rows, and all the headstones are standing. And the lawn is nicely manicured, and things like that,” he said.
March 28, 2024
WFDD-FM (Winston-Salem, NC)
State grant to fund major redevelopment project near Wake Forest University athletic facilities
Plans are underway to transform parking lots near Wake Forest University’s athletic facilities into a multimillion-dollar entertainment destination. The project is a joint venture between Wake Forest University, Front Street Capital, and Carter, an Atlanta-based development company. Adam Parker, a vice president with Carter, says the idea is to restore the area around Allegacy Stadium, David F. Couch Ballpark, and Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum to its former glory.
March 28, 2024
Wilkes Journal-Patriot
Rail’s importance, potential studied
A new study and report by the N.C. Department of Transportation in partnership with the Institute for Transportation Research and Education focuses on the economic importance and potential of rail systems. Economics professor Todd McFall cited the greater efficiency of hauling freight by rail compared to long-haul trucking.
March 27, 2024
Yes! Weekly
Arts District of Winston-Salem names two to board
The downtown organization welcomes interdisciplinary artist and Hanes Gallery manager Rachael Hayes to the board. “I believe wholeheartedly that the arts are a tool that can provide anyone with a sense of identity, fellowship, and value, which is why I was so eager to be involved with ADWS,” she said.
March 27, 2024
WXII-TV (Winston Salem, NC)
Local engineers weigh in on Baltimore bridge collapse
Wake Forest University engineering professors Patricia Clayton and Courtney Di Vittorio were interviewed for this news story. Clayton explained how tragedies like this one will always have engineers re-assessing. Di Vittorio, shared how the news brought back memories and personal experiences of the risk involved in working on these job sites.” I always have so much respect and appreciation for all the people risking their lives every day.”
March 26, 2024
Winston-Salem Journal
Winston-Salem among the most resistant to extreme weather, study finds
“I don’t think this is a measure of saying that Winston-Salem could just sit back and relax. But I do think it means that we have the advantages that Winston-Salem has by virtue of its location and some of the investments the city has made, compared to other areas,” Stan Meiburg, the executive director of the Center for Energy, Environment and Sustainability said.
March 26, 2024
Forbes
Getting more impatient when the end is in sight
“Like millions of her fans, you might be waiting impatiently for Taylor Swift’s new album, The Tortured Poets Department, to drop. As the big day draws near, do you find your level of impatience going up, going down, or staying roughly the same? All three options make some sense,” writes philosophy professor Christian Miller.
March 25, 2024
Greensboro News & Record
Greensboro appearances foreshadow likely themes in governor’s race
Politics professor John Dinan said both campaigns will clearly want to emphasize “their favored issues and make these issues as prominent as possible in voters’ minds” in the hopes it pays dividends come election time.
March 25, 2024
WXLV-TV (Winston Salem, NC)
$35 million dollar Midtown project to renovate Deacon Boulevard
Ben Rowe, Winston-Salem’s Assistant City Manager said the west side of Deacon Boulevard could be moved north toward Baity Street, allowing stores and retailers to open where it used to be. “Other public infrastructure improvements will include a greenway and some better connections to the Wake Forest University campus.
March 25, 2024
Canadian Broadcasting Corporation
CBC News Network speaks with politics expert Adam Lenton
CBC News Network’s Deana Sumanac-Johnson speaks with politics and international affairs professor Adam Lenton on the Russian election. Why hold an election at all when Putin’s win was a sure thing? “The election in Russia is fundamentally different from what you or I are used to,” said Lenton. “We can see the election as a demonstration of the strength of the government delivering Putin an uncontested victory.”
March 25, 2024
Winston-Salem Journal
Stacy W. Smallwood has been named Executive Director the School of Divinity’s Faith COMPASS Center. “We are excited to welcome Stacy back to Wake Forest to engage in the critical work of the Faith COMPASS Center,” said divinity school dean Corey D. B. Walker. “His commitment to scholarship and community engagement positions him to provide effective leadership in mobilizing and supporting our faith partners.” Smallwood will begin his new role on June 1.
March 24, 2024
WXII-TV (Winston Salem, NC)
‘Wake N’ Shake’ raises money for cancer research
Sixteen-hundred students participated in a 12-hour dance marathon held at the Sutton Center from noon to midnight on Saturday, March 23. The goal was to raise $250,000 toward the Brian Piccolo Cancer Research Fund at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. Students crushed the goal, raising $313,052 during Wake ‘N Shake to support cancer resear
March 23, 2024