WS Chronicle

Robert Grier, pioneering firefighter who helped integrate Winston-Salem department, dies at 104

WS Chronicle Robert Grier, one of eight Black men whose service changed the history of firefighting in Winston-Salem and ...

'His legacy is woven into history,' Winston-Salem fire department mourns one of 'Original 8'

One of Winston-Salem Fire Department’s “Original 8,” has passed away at the age of 104. Thank you for your service and ...
The Business Journals

MUSE Winston-Salem to transform former courthouse into $3.1M history museum downtown

To continue reading this content, please enable JavaScript in your browser settings and refresh this page. Preview this article 1 min The $3.1 million renovation ...
WXII 12 NEWS

Winston-Salem State University makes history by swearing in first female chancellor

LEASING IN AUGUST OF NEXT YEAR. IT IS A HISTORIC DAY ON THE CAMPUS OF WINSTON-SALEM STATE UNIVERSITY. BONITA BROWN HAS BEEN INSTALLED AS THE 14TH CHANCELLOR OF THE INSTITUTION. SHE’S THE FIRST EVER ...

Reflecting on 'Black Theatre Holy Ground': Hear from original organizers ahead of festival's 37th year

Shaping Winston-Salem culture: Original organizers of the International Black Theatre Festival reflect as the city prepares to host its 37th year ...
Winston-Salem Journal

Demolition of historic Winston-Salem mansion begins after attempts to save it fail

Demolition has begun on a century-old Winston-Salem mansion after its new owners said they couldn’t find a buyer willing to buy it at their asking price and eventually restore it.