Neal Charnoff

Winston-Salem

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Four Duke Energy contractors killed in Eden crash

3 weeks ago | wfdd.org | Neal Charnoff

Four Duke Energy contractors were killed Thursday following a crash in Eden involving a city dump truck. WGHP-TV reports that the incident happened while the contractors were working on power lines in the area of Church and Carroll Streets. Troopers have identified the driver of the dump truck as Michael Ray Vernon, 66, of Eden. Witnesses said they saw Vernon speed through a stop sign and hit six men.
'Great Scenic Railway Journeys' celebrates 30 years on PBS

2 months ago | wfdd.org | Neal Charnoff

Great Scenic Railway Journeys Robert Van Camp PBS 0:00/7:21 There was an error loading the media player. For the last three decades, PBS viewers have been vicariously riding the rails on Great Scenic Railway Journeys, now hosted and produced by Winston-Salem-based Robert Van Camp. The series and other PBS documentaries produced by Van Camp have garnered 20 Emmy Awards and over 100 nominations.
New book by local author chronicles the life of Doc Watson

2 months ago | wfdd.org | Neal Charnoff

A new biography chronicles the life of North Carolina musician Doc Watson. For many people, Watson is the face of traditional music, with a voice and finger-picking style that has influenced generations of musicians. Born and raised on a High Country farm, Watson rose to fame in the early '60s, bridging the gap between folk music and bluegrass, and would go on to release dozens of albums and win multiple Grammys. Doc Watson: A Life in Music is a new book by Greensboro-based author Eddie Huffman.
Winston-Salem artist's 'Little Pet Chapels' provide outlet for grief

Feb 13, 2025 | wfdd.org | Neal Charnoff

When walking through one of Winston-Salem’s many parks, you may encounter a box resembling one of those Little Free Libraries where people share books with neighbors. But when you open the box, instead of finding books, you’ll see a collection of notes, photos, remembrances, and yes, Valentines, dedicated to departed pets. They’re part of the Little Pet Chapel Project, the brainchild of local author and artist Lynn Byrd. Byrd has a background in veterinary medicine and animal tracking.
UNCSA School of Drama receives $1M gift

Jan 28, 2025 | wfdd.org | Neal Charnoff

UNCSA School of Drama at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts Joe Montello 0:00/1:06 There was an error loading the media player. The School of Drama at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts is receiving a $1 million gift, the department's largest alumni contribution on record. The money is being provided by actor and director Joe Mantello, a Class of ’84 graduate who has forged a significant career on stage and screen.
Americana artists Mark and Maggie O'Connor to perform with Winston-Salem Symphony

Jan 23, 2025 | wfdd.org | Neal Charnoff

Mark and Maggie O'Connor Mark O'Connor Winston-Salem Symphony 0:00/7:47 There was an error loading the media player. For nearly five decades, Mark O’Connor has been at the forefront of what might be called American Classical music. His career began with a fiddling debut at the Grand Ole Opry at the age of 12. He has since mastered and taught violin, fiddle, guitar and mandolin.
Immigration | 88.5 WFDD

Jan 22, 2025 | wfdd.org | DJ Simmons |Eileen Solange Rodriguez |Neal Charnoff

North Carolina bill forcing sheriffs to aid immigration agents still under review in HouseA North Carolina bill forcing sheriffs and jailers to comply with requests from federal immigration agents to detain inmates accused of serious crimes for up to 48 hours will be sent to a team of negotiators to discuss changes to the legislation.
Forsyth County seeks organizations to house naloxone wall units

Jan 21, 2025 | wfdd.org | Neal Charnoff

Forsyth County is seeking organizations to host naloxone wall units as part of an effort to increase public access to the life-saving medication. Naloxone is also known as Narcan, which has been proven to be effective in reversing opioid overdoses. Forsyth County Behavioral Health Services is using opioid settlement funds to install 25 naloxone wall units, which are essentially vending machines providing free, easy access to Narcan.
Additional emergency heating assistance available for counties impacted by Helene

Jan 14, 2025 | wfdd.org | Neal Charnoff

North Carolina is providing low-income residents impacted by Helene additional emergency assistance for heating costs and repairs. The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services began accepting applications for the Low Income Household Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) on January 2. State lawmakers appropriated additional Disaster Energy Assistance funding for eligible households in 25 affected counties including Ashe, Watauga, and Wilkes.
What happens if your vote in a North Carolina judicial race is challenged?

Jan 13, 2025 | wfae.org | Neal Charnoff

Legal wrangling over a North Carolina judicial seat has over 60,000 ballots being challenged. So what does this mean for those whose votes could be in jeopardy? Republican candidate Jefferson Griffin is trailing Democratic Associate Justice Allison Riggs by 734 votes in the race for a North Carolina Supreme Court seat. The current GOP-dominated court has issued a stay requested by Griffin, who is alleging that over 60,000 ballots were cast improperly.