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Changes to Yadkin County solid waste management
With the start of the new fiscal year (July 1, 2024), Yadkin County residents will see some changes in the way solid waste and recycling is processed. Hours of operation and locations for the Solid Waste Facility on Landfill Rd. and all collection sites will remain unchanged. A new vendor will take over all waste collections. Triad Recycling and Container Services in Yadkinville, began providing this service as of July...
Parks director envisions unique parks across county, more greenways
By Jim Buice Enterprise Record BERMUDA RUN – During his presentation at last week’s town council meeting, Paul Moore, the director of Davie County Recreation and Parks, singled out the town for one significant component that fits perfectly into the county’s overall plan of connectivity. “You guys are in the catbird’s seat here because you […] The post Parks director envisions unique parks across county, more greenways appeared first on Davie County Enterprise Record.
Boonville woman elected as Shallow Ford Foundation Chair
The Shallow Ford Foundation announces the election of its officers for the 2024-2025 fiscal year with Yadkin County resident, Jennifer Johnson elected Chair of the Board of Directors. Johnson is principal of Three Magnolia Financial Advisors in Winston-Salem and has been a member of the Shallow Ford Foundation’s Board for three years. She holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and an MBA from UNC-Greensboro. In addition, she has completed the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation. Active in the...
Yadkin County Community Foundation awards more than $19,000 in grants
The Yadkin County Community Foundation, a North Carolina Community Foundation affiliate, has awarded $19,370 in grants to organizations supporting the local community. The board of advisors granted: $500 to Children’s Cancer Partners of the Carolinas for Yadkin County Childhood Cancer Safety Net $1,500 to Children’s Center of Surry, Inc. for Yadkin truancy intervention program ...
Forbush theater arts teaching position in limbo after Yadkin County Schools considered arts cuts
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,...
Pepper Building Winston Salem History: Timeline & Facts
The Pepper Building in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, is a storied landmark that reflects the city’s rich industrial heritage and architectural grandeur. Completed in 1928 and designed by Charles Barton Keen in the distinctive Art Deco style, the building originally served as the headquarters for the Pepper Tobacco Company, a subsidiary of R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company.
Unveiling November Snow: Winston-Salem’s Chilly Past
Imagine experiencing the rare and magical sight of November snow in Winston-Salem. Delving into the history of this picturesque city, you’ll uncover fascinating accounts of snowfall that have graced the streets over the years. Winston-Salem, situated in the heart of North Carolina, has witnessed its fair share of winter...
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