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Amendments will put constraints on school funding, state education leaders say

"It is unwise to further constrain state and local policymakers’ ability to adequately fund public education for our 1.5 million students," state education leaders said in a joint statement.

A soldier's surprise homecoming brings tears and cheers to Guilford County school

A fourth-grader turned a corner at school and spotted someone he hadn't seen in more than a year: his big brother, home from military deployment.

No shots, no school: Thousands of Guilford County students remain out of class

More than 4,200 Guilford County students are missing school because they haven't met vaccination requirements. District leaders worry about the learning they're losing.

South Carolina honors N.C. A&T astronaut Ronald McNair 40 years after his death

He went from N.C. A&T to NASA and into history. Now South Carolina is honoring Ronald McNair with a day dedicated to his legacy.

Remember these Guilford County Schools superintendents? Here's what they're doing today

Whatever happened to the people who ran Guilford County Schools? We catch up with the district's superintendents since the 1993 merger.

Trevonia Brown-Gaither: Returning me to serve on the board brings a sense of continuity

"There is a learning curve that no one is prepared for when they first take office. Having board members with experience eliminates that learning curve," said school board member Trevonia Brown-Gaither. 

WS/FCS candidate Mike Klinetobe: I will be proactive

"Trust without verification" cost hundreds of educators and staff their jobs that reached over 1,000 lost jobs over the last year and eroded public faith," said school board candidate Mike Klinetobe.

WS/FCS candidate Alex Bohannon: Lessons of financial crisis will remain with me

"I am asking (voters) to judge me by how I responded to it and whether I have demonstrated the judgment, independence, and experience needed to help make sure it does not happen again," said school board incumbent Alex Bohannon.

WS/FCS candidate Curtis Fentress: Trust will be restored with capable management

"I have the financial and management experience to serve on the Board of Education," said Curtis Fentress, who is running in District 2. 

WS/FCS candidate Allen Daniel: We must stabilize the learning environment

"The board must establish a policy that, if a student physically assaults anyone, they are transferred to Main Street that day," said school board candidate Allen Daniel. 

WS/FCS candidate Robert Barr: Community must play role in superintendent search

"I want someone who understands large, complex budgets and knows how finance, HR, and position control must work together," school board candidate Robert Barr.

WS/FCS candidate Lee Childress: Leadership must listen to school employees in the trenches

"I believe our greatest strength is the people that work for our district," said school board candidate Lee Childress.

WS/FCS candidate Jill Berlin: Adjust resources to help enrollment

Jill Berlin is a Republican candidate for District 2, which covers the area outside of Winston-Salem's urban core. Four of eight candidates will win seats on the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools Board of Education. The district typically leans Republican.

What's the right school for your child? Guilford County Schools wants to help you find out

GCS "Discovery Month" coincides with the district's Choice application window, which takes place from October 9 through December 4.

Fewer students, tighter budgets: Guilford County Schools faces some tough choices

Could your child's school be next? Guilford County Schools is preparing to discuss more closings and attendance changes. Here's what's driving the conversation.

WS/FCS candidate Valerie Brockenbrough: Creating more magnet programs can help enrollment

"Our magnet schools show the district at its best. They give families choices they can't find anywhere else," said at-large candidate Valerie Brockenbrough. 

WS/FCS candidate Ronda Mays: New superintendent must be willing to relocate

"The superintendent should also have a genuine desire to understand the rich history of WS/FCS and the pride that has existed within this school system and community," said Ronda Mays, an at-large candidate.

WS/FCS candidate Quinones: I will never completely trust any individual at Central Office

"If we build it (a better school district) students and families will come!" said Michael Quinones, an at-large candidate for the school board.

WS/FCS candidate Elisabeth Motsinger: New board must restore trust in the school district

"Our next superintendent will need to be able to say no when necessary and focus on the work of schools," school board candidate Elisabeth Motsinger said.

Driver who returned busload of students to Eastern Guilford High draws questions, praise

"You don't know what that lady was going through," Eboni Jones wrote in the comments.

There's a new place for Guilford County teachers to shop for free school supplies

Teachers can start shopping Oct. 6.

School board candidates talk safety, teacher retention and budget at Reynolds High forum

Fifteen of the 16 school board candidates attended Thursday's forum at Reynolds High School Auditorium.

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Follow live as women’s soccer visits Roanoke Wednesday

Averett women’s soccer visits Roanoke College at Donald J. Kerr Stadium on Wednesday, Oct. 20, with kickoff set for 5 p.m. and live stats and video available.

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Small Dawg Race information and registration details

Learn key rules, registration deadlines, ticket details and parking information for the Small Dawg Race on November 7, 2026, at Berglund Center in Roanoke.

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Virginia Tech gameday experience set for 2026-27 basketball

Virginia Tech outlines 2026-27 basketball gameday experiences at Cassell Coliseum, including theme nights, color-outs, halftime acts and group ticket options.

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Ferrum College alum Billy Wagner honored with Tazewell park and statue

Ferrum College alum and Hall of Famer Billy Wagner was honored in his hometown of Tazewell, Virginia, with a new park, statue dedication, and community ceremony.

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See photos of the new Teacher Supply Warehouse location in Greensboro

Greensboro’s Teacher Supply Warehouse has a new location on Franklin Boulevard in Greensboro, N.C. The new store was seen Tuesday, September 29, 2026, and will open to teachers on October 6. The building is covered in a colorful mural featuring happy children holding school supplies, giving …

New Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools Interim Superintendent is sworn in. See the photos.

Randy Bridges was sworn in as the new Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools Interim Superintendent on Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026, at the WS/FCS Education Building in Winston-Salem, N.C.

See photos from Guilford County Public School Town Hall

The Guilford County Association of Educators hosted a public school town hall on Monday, Sept. 28, 2026, at First Baptist Church in Greensboro, N.C.

Whitney Oakley gets four-year extension as Guilford County Schools superintendent

New contract runs through 2030 as Guilford County Schools navigates budget cuts while reporting gains in student achievement.

Wake Forest jumps 17 spots to No. 34 in U.S. News rankings

U.S. News and World Report's annual college rankings was released Tuesday.

Seven superintendents in 13 years: A look at leadership changes in WS/FCS

Randy Bridges: Contract approved by the school board in September 2026.

Winston-Salem/Forsyth schools turn to Randy Bridges as interim superintendent

Bridges will replace Don Phippps, whose last day is Sept. 30.

Alleged sexual assault at Ragsdale High School in Greensboro under investigation

The Guilford County Sheriff’s Office is investigating. Officials say there is no continuing threat.

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