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Pelosi delivers speech to NC Democrats with notable absence — Biden’s future as nominee
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — In a state expected to help decide the presidency, House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi did little to quell speculation on President Joe Biden’s path forward as the Democratic nominee to a room full of North Carolina Democrats on Saturday. Pelosi addressed more than 900 people at the North Carolina Democratic Party […]
Yadkin County man charged with indecent liberties, sheriff’s office says
YADKIN COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — A Yadkin County man is facing child sex crime charges, according to the Yadkin County Sheriff’s Office. On June 18, deputies got a report of sexual offenses involving a child. An investigation was launched and Hurley “Duane” Clonch, 54, of East Bend, was charged with five counts of indecent liberties […]
Yadkin County Schools' proposed arts cuts spur turmoil over theater teaching position
Denny Key, the principal at Forbush High School, believes you can’t have school without the arts. But earlier this year, Yadkin County Schools central office administrators proposed cuts to arts programs during allotment meetings with Key — and there was notable ambiguity surrounding who would teach theater arts classes at Forbush and Starmount high schools. Starmount High School has not employed a full-time theatre arts teacher since 2017, Kelsi Jester,...
Guilford County approves $565,000 incentive package for minority-owned plastics company
The Guilford County Board of Commissioners approved a financial incentive package of over half a million dollars last week for Core Technology Molding Corporation. The minority-owned company is a plastic injection molding business based out of Greensboro. The expansion is expected to bring a capital investment of nearly $28 million...
A few thoughts ahead of ACC Media Days
Looking ahead to what will be a busy week in Charlotte. Believe it or not, the end of the offseason is nearly here. We've got one week before the Wake Forest Demon Deacons are back on the practice field as they continue preparing for the 2024 season. We're less than 40 days out from the kickoff against NC A&T. The real beginning of the end of the offseason will arrive today in Charlotte, where the ACC will hold media days to figure out how the heck everyone should feel about their teams this year.
Improving student success and closing equity gaps: Lessons from Forsyth Tech
A new case study released in June highlights Forsyth Technical Community College as a leader in improving student success and closing racial equity gaps. The case study, from the Pullias Center for Higher Education at the University of Southern California, documents changes implemented at Forsyth Tech under the leadership of president Janet Spriggs. Forsyth Tech used strategic planning to improve the student onboarding experience, which has resulted in higher completion rates and closed racial equity gaps.
‘Shocked’: Mebane community mourns loss of retired firefighter after accident outside home
MEBANE, N.C. (WGHP) — The Mebane community is mourning the loss of a retired firefighter who was killed in an accident outside his home. “The city has lost something big,” said Captain Troy Shaw, who worked with John Schultz for more than 20 years. Schultz served the Mebane community for decades as a firefighter and […]
Show off your Triad Talent with WXII 12 during the Olympics
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Are you an Olympic hopeful? Got what it takes to shine? Even if you’re not, we’re looking to highlight all of our talented people right here in the Piedmont Triad during the Olympic Games. Get the latest Olympic news and highlights here. Send us...
Forsyth Tech’s College Lift Program Celebrates First Graduates
College Lift, a program launched in 2017, graduated its first class this school year. A graduation celebration was held in June at Forsyth Tech’s Mazie Woodruff Aviation Center with students, parents, and the community recognizing the accomplishments and dedication of the graduates. Modeled after a similar program at the...
Duke Energy Grant Funds New Lineworker Equipment
Graduates of the 64th class of Forsyth Tech’s lineworker program benefited from new equipment and training aids made possible by a $35,000 Duke Energy grant. Of that, $25,000 was allocated for recruitment and scholarships for underrepresented populations. The remaining $10,000 has been allocated for new equipment, repairs and program needs, such as replacement pole-top rescue dummies.
Mebane woman wins $1 million from scratch-off
MEBANE, N.C. — Trenon Holman of Mebane tried her luck with a $50 scratch-off ticket from a Quick Mart and won big. The NC Education Lottery just announced Holman is the winner of their $1 million prize. When collecting her winnings, she was given to choice tor receive the...
Goodegg Investments Announces Acquisition of 250-Unit Multifamily Asset Crowne Club Apartments in Winston-Salem North Carolina
Goodegg Investments, an award-winning commercial real estate investment firm in San Francisco, California, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Crowne Club Apartments – a 250-unit class B+ apartment community in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, via its Goodegg Wealth Fund II and Goodegg Growth Fund III. Crowne Club Apartments joins...
Join us as we explore the shores of High Rock Lake on My Town Monday
DAVIDSON COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — When you think about High Rock Lake, usually you think about boating and fishing. However, there is so much more to the area than just being on the water. On this week’s edition of My Town Monday, FOX8’s Chris Weaver explores all the things you can do off the water […]
Wilkes County man accused of killing wife who was found dead in Little Elkin Creek
WILKES COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — A Wilkes County man is accused of killing his wife and is being charged with murder, according to the Wilkes County Sheriff’s Office. At around 7:33 a.m. on Saturday, Wilkes County deputies and the Elkin Police Department came to the 100 block of Hilltop Circle in Ronda after getting a […]
U.S. 21 Road Market planned for July 26-28
Old quilts, vintage toys, and antique glassware are just a few of the treasures shoppers can find during the annual Take-a-Break from the Interstate 3-day Road Market. This year’s event is planned for Friday through Sunday, July 26-28. The 100-mile long yard sale begins in Harmony, and extends up Hwy 21, including Business Hwy 21 in Jonesville and Elkin, all the way to Wytheville, Virginia. In Elkin, Bridge St. is Business Hwy 21 so residents can set up along Bridge St. as long as they...
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