Greensboro Business Leader Jim Melvin Isn't Retiring Anytime Soon
Having spent more than 40 years as Greensboro's top community leader, 80 year-old Jim Melvin is chasing the biggest project of his life with no plans to retire.
Economy
Some Public Pension Funds Making Big Bets On Hedge Funds
States and cities have been investing billions of pension money dollars in hedge funds. That's costing a lot of money in fees, and experts say the pensions don't have much to show for it.
Triad Restaurant Ends Its 'Thankfulness' Discount
Local diner ends its 15% discount for diners who pray before their meal.
Summer Food Program Tries To Reach At-Risk Kids
For millions of kids, being out of school means missing out on a free or reduced-price meal. Summer food programs try to meet the need but for every child they reach, seven more kids miss out.
Construction Industry Missing Key Tool: Skilled Workers
Construction is booming once again in the Gulf Coast, Midwest and Rocky Mountain states. But there are about 20 percent fewer skilled workers in construction than there were in 2008.
New Regional Visitors Center Opens in High Point
Gov. Pat McCrory will be in High Point Thursday for the grand opening of the new Regional Visitors Center.
Library Closing Limits Access To Services
FC Central Library to close; impact felt by homeless and low-income residents.
Former YWCA Condos Nearly Ready For Residents
In his youth, Bill Benton was a regular visitor to the YWCA on Glade Street in Winston-Salem's West End, whether it was to swim in the pool or to get a piece of his favorite, chicken pie.
Residents Comment on Winston-Salem Bond Issue
Winston-Salem residents will have the chance Monday night to comment on five separate bond issues that are expected to be placed on the Nov. 4 ballot.
A Group of Triad College Students Are Working to End Hunger One Plate at a Time
Wake Forest University college students make an effort to end the food desert problem in the Triad.