Zyneria Byrd

Greensboro

News Reporter at Spectrum News Triad

News Reporter at Spectrum News Coastal NC

News Reporter at Spectrum News Central NC

News Reporter Spectrum News 1 Greensboro/XULA Alumni /AKA1908 Have any stories? Email me! [email protected] Opinions are my own & not endorsed.

Articles

WNC chef continues to feed the community six months after Helene

6 days ago | spectrumlocalnews.com | Zyneria Byrd

SWANNANOA, N.C. — Neighbors in western North Carolina impacted by Helene are still working together to help everyone get back on their feet.
DHS sends notices to immigrants and U.S. citizens to self deport

1 week ago | spectrumlocalnews.com | Zyneria Byrd

RALEIGH, N.C. — The Department of Homeland Security is sending out emails to some immigrants instructing them to self deport. But, a senior DHS official tells Spectrum News 1 “notices may have been sent to unintended recipients,” and the department will address issues on a case-by-case basis.
Strawberry farmer prepares his plants for frost

2 weeks ago | spectrumlocalnews.com | Zyneria Byrd

RALEIGH, N.C. — With cold weather back in the forecast, farmers are preparing for potential overnight freezes.
'Protecting the pack': N.C. State student calls for action over visa revocation

2 weeks ago | spectrumlocalnews.com | Zyneria Byrd

RALEIGH, N.C. — Two international students at N.C. State University were recently notified that their student visas were revoked by the federal government, and now other students on campus are speaking out on their behalf.
High School Scholar Sterling Lawson

4 weeks ago | spectrumlocalnews.com | Zyneria Byrd

MAYODEN, N.C. — High school students all across North Carolina are working hard toward their goal of graduating and taking their next steps. Spectrum News 1 picked 15 outstanding students to receive a scholarship to help achieve their goals. This week's Spectrum News 1 High School Scholar is Sterling Lawson, a senior at Dalton L. McMichael High School. She is doing her part in the classroom and the community to make a positive impact on those around her.
Forsyth conservation supervisor facing fraud, sex offender registry charges

2 months ago | spectrumlocalnews.com | Zyneria Byrd

A newly elected Forsyth County water and soil conservation supervisor has been indicted on three election violations and is charged with violations to the state’s sex offender registry. Forsyth County District Attorney Jim O’Neal and Sheriff Bobby Kimbrough held a press conference announcing the arrest of Edward Jeffery Jones Tuesday morning.
Former felon making best second chance at life through clemency

Jan 7, 2025 | spectrumlocalnews.com | Zyneria Byrd

GREENSBORO, N.C. — A man who has changed his life after receiving clemency from President Barack Obama in 2016 is awaiting an approval for a pardon from President Joe Biden.
Surry County is gathering donations for those in western N.C.

Oct 2, 2024 | spectrumlocalnews.com | Zyneria Byrd

SURRY COUNTY, N.C. - Communities across North Carolina are pitching in to help others dealing with the aftermath of Helene in the mountains. In Surry County, officials gathered donations Wednesday, and shared they just want to help in any way they can.
N.C. Alzheimer's Association raising awareness for early detection

Aug 22, 2024 | spectrumlocalnews.com | Zyneria Byrd

GREENSBORO, N.C. - There are nearly seven million people 65 and older living with Alzheimer's disease, and more than 200,000 of them live in North Carolina. The Alzheimer's Association of North Carolina says even more individuals are expected to be diagnosed with Alzheimer's and forms of dementia as the population ages, and the group is now focusing on early detection.
North Carolina seniors will benefit from new Medicare drug price negotiations

Aug 15, 2024 | spectrumlocalnews.com | Zyneria Byrd

GREENSBORO, N.C. - Medicare recipients across North Carolina will be paying less for the drugs they need. The Biden Administration Thursday unveiled the results of its first-ever Medicare drug price negotiation. The White House said the move will lead to an estimated $1.5 billion reduction in out-of-pocket costs for seniors when the lower prices take effect in 2026 and $6 billion in savings for the federal government.