Second annual Freedom School Jubilee inspires love of reading for Winston-Salem students
Hundreds of children filled the bleachers at the St. Peter's World Outreach Center in Winston-Salem on July 14.
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Action4Equity calls on Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School Board to reconsider contract termination
Local nonprofit Action4Equity is asking the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools Board of Education to reconsider the termination of their mentorship program contract.
Local teenagers develop ideas to cultivate a sense of belonging in their schools
A group of about 20 teenagers from different schools and different backgrounds gathered in a circle for the last day of the Peacebuilders &
Freedom Schools begin culturally relevant summer programming in Winston-Salem
At the Kimberley Park Freedom School, there are no desks.
Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools begins free summer meal program
The Winston-Salem/Forsyth County school district is kicking off its free summer meal program this week.
Lifeguards are scarce, and it might be affecting your local pool
The shortage — affecting about a third of U.S. public pools — has led some to reduce hours or close altogether. The pandemic and earlier rhetoric about work visas for foreigners led to the problem.
Nearly 2 In 3 Americans Are Dealing With Dangerous Heat Waves
The National Weather Service predicts areas on the East Coast could reach 100 degrees Thursday, with triple-digit temperatures in the Pacific Northwest, too. Relief isn't expected until the weekend.
Coronavirus May Mean Lights Out For Summer Camps This Year
Summer camps are mulling their options for keeping kids and counselors safe amid the coronavirus crisis — or whether it's just not possible.
Maine's Seasonal Businesses Feeling Economic Effects Of The Coronavirus
Maine's economy relies heavily on summer tourism. With Memorial Day around the corner, many business owners are figuring out when and whether they'll be allowed to reopen.