David Ford
Before his arrival in the Triad, David had already established himself as a fixture in the Austin, Texas arts scene as a radio host for Classical 89.5 KMFA. During his tenure there, he produced and hosted hundreds of programs including Mind Your Music, The Basics and T.G.I.F. Thank Goodness, It's Familiar, which each won international awards in the Fine Arts Radio Competition.
As a radio journalist with 88.5 WFDD, his features have been recognized by the Associated Press, Public Radio News Directors Inc., Catholic Academy of Communication Professionals, and Radio Television Digital News Association of the Carolinas. David has written and produced national stories for NPR, KUSC and CPRN in Los Angeles and conducted interviews for Minnesota Public Radio's Weekend America.
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WFDD listener Chad Minton wants to know why there are no lights on I-40 through Winston-Salem, and reporter David Ford has the answer on Carolina Curious. -
Carver High School in Winston-Salem was the first school to serve Black students outside of the city limits, and it has remained a source of pride in the community since opening its doors in 1936. -
After warnings, testimony and a new report from the State Auditor’s Office on Ronda’s cash flow crisis, the Local Government Commission will now oversee the town's finances. -
Atrium Health's new Affordability Protection Program, effective January 1, 2027, will reduce outpatient surgical care copays and lower inpatient hospital copays. -
Recently, Honda Aircraft Company announced that the first flight and delivery milestones for HondaJet Echelon would be delayed by a few years. -
Voters who wish to cast their ballot on Election Day or by mail must register by 5 p.m. on Friday, October 9th. -
Another proposal for a temporary moratorium on data centers highlighted divisions among Davidson County's Board of Commissioners at Monday's meeting -
This weekend in Boone, a program featuring local poets, writers, and performers will recognize and pay tribute to the resilience of High Country residents. -
The North Carolina Folk Festival drew more than 160,000 music lovers to the Gate City, a new attendance record. -
Vice President J.D. Vance was at the Koury Convention Center in Greensboro Monday to rally support for U.S. Senate Candidate Michael Whatley, who is locked in a tight race with former Governor Roy Cooper.
