The new Smith Reynolds Airport Board held its first meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 19, and was briefed on the recent efforts conducted by an Aerotropolis Task Force that is co-chaired by County Commissioner Chair David Plyler and Winston-Salem Mayor Allen Joines. The Task Force was formed after a study was conducted by Dr. Jack Kasarda… Read More »
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New Airport Board Hears About Aerotropolis Task Force at its First Meeting
NSMA Honors Earl ‘The Pearl’ Monroe
Former WSSU Star Basketball Player Receives the Ann Spencer Sports Connector Award Earl ‘The Pearl’ Monroe, the leader of the 1967 Winston-Salem State University basketball team that won the 1967 NCAA Division Two national championship, has been named the second recipient of the Ann Lewallen Spencer Sports Connector Award. Monroe will receive the award, to… Read More »
Advocacy on the Road to Nashville
It has been an exciting time in Government Affairs at the Winston Salem Chamber of Commerce. After finalizing our Legislative Agenda at the top of the year, we were able to mail a copy to our delegation of elected officials this month. Each letter thanked our elected officials for their tireless efforts to help enrich… Read More »
Triad Stage Announces 2019-2020 Season
Triad Stage, the region’s largest not-for-profit professional theater, has unveiled its 2019-2020 Season. For its 19th Season, Triad Stage will feature five locally-produced professional MainStage productions in Greensboro from September through May, and in December the theater will produce two holiday shows: It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play in Greensboro, and the 7th… Read More »
ACC Women’s Basketball Tournament Offers Chamber Member Specials
The ACC Women’s Basketball Tournament is coming to Greensboro Coliseum on March 6-10th. Together with the Guilford Merchant’s Association, the High Point Chamber of Commerce, and the Greensboro Chamber of Commerce, we are taking part in a collaborative effort to celebrate the teams and promote the event as a major economic driver in the Triad. The… Read More »
Forsyth County Seeks Volunteers for Committee Positions
Forsyth County is looking for volunteers to serve on a wide variety of committees. Applications are due March 8; commissioners will appoint positions in their March 28 meeting. Adult Care Home Community Advisory Committee is seeking 12 appointments. Committee members visit Adult Care Homes and Family Care Homes, interact with residents and advocate for their… Read More »