The Winston-Salem Police Department – Recruiting With a Sense of Compassion & Caring
With boundless efforts to strengthen communication and collaboration between the city of Winston-Salem and its dedicated police department, the need for more diversity in the field has never been greater. For a variety of reasons, an increased female presence in law enforcement contributes to the strength and success of the force – with just the […]
Enter into a World of Pure Imagination Kaleidoscope Ball 2024
By Leigh Ann Woodruff Come with me … and you’ll be … in a World of Pure Imagination! On Friday, October 4, Kaleideum will transform its four colorful floors into an enchanting vista that reflects the magical world of Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory for the museum’s annual Kaleidoscope Ball. The Kaleidoscope Ball is the signature […]
Can You Do it in the Dark?
photos by: JODIE BRIM CREATIVE The craziness around us seems to keep ramping up, doesn’t it? If we’re not facing REALLY hard things, then certainly we’re watching people we love hit walls that leave them gasping for breath. When I think of doing hard things, I can’t help but consider the most decorated Olympic swimmer […]
Sugar Mamas Movement: How Amy Jah Empowers Aspiring Female Entrepreneurs
photos by: JODIE BRIM CREATIVE If you haven’t seen Amy Jah’s iconic pink American Moving & Hauling trucks around town, you’ve definitely seen her taking social media by storm with the Sugar Mamas Movement. As American Moving & Hauling’s owner of 19 years, Amy created Sugar Mamas to share her hard earned entrepreneurial skills with […]
Women on the Move
Dr. Ksenija Komljenović from Belgrade, Serbia is a prizewinner of the International Percussion Competition Luxembourg and is a percussionist, educator and composer. Ksenija’s musical journey has taken her across continents, performing, teaching and studying in Europe, the United States and Asia. She holds the distinction of being the first woman from Serbia to earn a […]
Browlift, Necklift, Facelift
By: COOPER SCURRY, M.D. Though cosmetic surgery may not be for everyone, this does not mean that it should not be for anyone. When hearing that a friend or family member is either considering or is scheduled for a cosmetic procedure, some folks cringe while others may roll their eyes. However, people cite many reasons […]
This Year’s Chefs Are Bringing the Heat at Men Who Cook!
BY KARA YATES, SECU FAMILY HOUSE SECU Family House is excited to announce the ninth annual Men Who Cook fundraiser, presented by Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist. This delicious event showcases the culinary talents of local male professionals – amateur “chefs” – who battle it out for best in taste, presentation, most “tips” raised, and more! […]
Impatience: My $900 Story
Whether you work or not, there is something about Friday at about 4:00 p.m. that may beckon you to step back from whatever it is that keeps you busy all week and slip into weekend mode. It’s like clockwork for me. On a recent Friday afternoon spent wrapping up a few practical loose ends, I […]
People of Prominence
Danny Narvaez is someone who is making a difference in our community and overseas. He was nominated as a person of prominence for his outreach efforts to those in need. He is well versed in how to affect lives of the needy and those who are hurting locally and abroad. Where did you grow up, […]
Summer Socials: Hosting Hygge-Inspired Gatherings
by; Rachel Zimmer As summer’s warm embrace settles in, there’s no better time to invite loved ones and friends (old and new) to your home for meaningful gatherings. At Hygge Abode, we believe that the heart of summer lies in fostering connections and creating memorable moments. Here are some tips for hosting intimate, hygge-inspired summer […]
