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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At a polling place in Winston-Salem, early voters paused to share their hopes and concerns regarding a slew of issues facing the country. -
Greensboro native and acclaimed drummer Larry Draughn has performed worldwide with leading jazz artists. During Creative Greensboro's Residency for Original Works, Draughn will focus his project on legendary jazz drummer Dannie Richmond and guitarist Tal Farlow—both fellow Greensboro natives. Over a six-week workshop series, he will gather stories and historical perspectives to inspire new musical compositions. -
World-renowned architect César Pelli's skyscraper in downtown Winston-Salem is the tallest building in the Piedmont Triad. Monday would have been his 100th birthday. -
Robert Zane Tester served in the Town of Boone Police Department for nearly three decades and was chief of police from 1986 to 1998. He died on Oct. 8. -
Rivers overflowed their banks and some low-water crossings were inundated as Hurricane Isaias swept through western North Carolina. But forecasters say flooding was nowhere near the scale of Helene. -
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.
