It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always.
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting the historic Historic Bethabara Park gets harder without someone by their side. Unfortunately, many older Americans aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in Winston-Salem, NC is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Bailey Park with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local The Downtown Grille or visit Old Salem Museums Gardens, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Winston-Salem, NC, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.
Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.
Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.
For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.
More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.
With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Winston-Salem, NC understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Winston-Salem, NC 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.
Big Lots is reopening another five stores in the Triad and northwest North Carolina this week.In keeping with the strategy of the chain’s new owner, Variety Wholesalers Inc., “the comeback starts soon” campaign continues to focus foremost on locations in suburban and rural communities.The stores are at 100 Westwood Village Drive in Clemmons, 1063 Yadkinville Road in Mocksville, 1328 Carter St. in Mount Airy, 1804 N. Bridge St. in Elkin and 1826 West U.S. 421, Suite K, in Wilkesboro.Altogether, the chain...
Big Lots is reopening another five stores in the Triad and northwest North Carolina this week.
In keeping with the strategy of the chain’s new owner, Variety Wholesalers Inc., “the comeback starts soon” campaign continues to focus foremost on locations in suburban and rural communities.
The stores are at 100 Westwood Village Drive in Clemmons, 1063 Yadkinville Road in Mocksville, 1328 Carter St. in Mount Airy, 1804 N. Bridge St. in Elkin and 1826 West U.S. 421, Suite K, in Wilkesboro.
Altogether, the chain is reopening 12 N.C. stores on Thursday.
Among the first stores that have reopened is its Asheboro location at 1432 E. Dixie Drive.
The remaining 155 of the 219 locations that Variety acquired in December are slated to reopen by early June.
Before the store closings, Big Lots had two locations in High Point and Winston-Salem and one each in Asheboro, Boone, Burlington, Clemmons, Elkin, Greensboro, Jefferson, Lexington, Mocksville and Wilkesboro.
‘We’re thrilled to bring the Big Lots! brand back to life by offering more deals than ever, lots of famous brands and a new apparel department for the entire family,” said Lisa Seigies, president and chief executive of Variety Wholesalers.
“We’re opening stores quickly so we can serve the community. We know the stores won’t be perfect to start, but each week we’ll add more new products as we build towards the grand opening celebration in the fall.”
Variety Wholesalers, currently with about 400 stores in 15 states, would nearly double its portfolio that also includes Bargain Town, Bill’s Dollar Stores, Maxway, Roses Express, Super Dollar and Super 10. Variety also plans to take over one to two Big Lots distribution centers.
Variety said it “may employ Big Lots associates at the acquired stores and distribution centers, as well as certain corporate associates needed to support the go-forth footprint.”
Former N.C. Republican legislator Art Pope is chairman and chief executive of Variety Wholesalers.
Big Lots entered bankruptcy on Sept. 8 with an affiliate of Nexus Capital Management LP agreeing to serve as the stalking horse bidder.
Nexus committed to providing Big Lots with $707.5 million in financing, including $35 million in new financing from certain of its current lenders, in the form of a post-petition credit loan.
At that time, the parties anticipate closing the transaction during the fourth quarter of 2024.
However, Big Lots confirmed Dec. 19 the Nexus affiliate deal had fallen through, and that Big Lots would pay the affiliate $1.5 million in expense reimbursement.
At that time, Big Lots said “it is preparing to commence going-out-of-business sales at all remaining Big Lots store locations to protect the value of its estate.”
Murphy’s 2010 — otherwise known as Murphy's Lunch — has closed for good, and Mike’s Vegan Grill will be moving into the space at 207 W. Third StOwner John Nikas confirmed that the restaurant’s last day was April 18. He has sold the business to the owner’s of Mike’s Vegan Grill, which has restaurants in Greensboro and Charlotte.Murphy’s was one of Winston-Salem’s longest running restaurants. “Next month would have been 75 years,” Nikas said.Murphy’s i...
Murphy’s 2010 — otherwise known as Murphy's Lunch — has closed for good, and Mike’s Vegan Grill will be moving into the space at 207 W. Third St
Owner John Nikas confirmed that the restaurant’s last day was April 18. He has sold the business to the owner’s of Mike’s Vegan Grill, which has restaurants in Greensboro and Charlotte.
Murphy’s was one of Winston-Salem’s longest running restaurants. “Next month would have been 75 years,” Nikas said.
Murphy’s is located in a 1905 building that once held Roland Bennett’s Lunch. After Bennett’s closed in 1984, Murphy’s Lunch — itself an institution started in 1950 on West Sixth Street — moved there in early 1985. Bo Clary bought the restaurant from founder Jay Murphy in 2000. Nikas, the restaurant’s third owner in its 72 years, bought it in 2010. He renamed it Murphy’s 2010, but most everyone still calls it Murphy’s Lunch.
Murphy’s was once a popular spot for breakfast downtown, and it was one of the last places downtown to sell “meat-and-two,” meals with meats such as fried chicken, pot roast or country-fried steak served with a choice of such vegetables as green beans, pinto beans, stewed cabbage, creamed potatoes, and broccoli and cheese casserole.
Nikas said that downtown clientele and demographics changed after the COVID pandemic, prompting him to sell.
“I closed for two years for COVID, then I reopened when people started coming back to offices. But whatever you need to run a restaurant, maybe I lost it during COVID. I couldn’t find the right magic to make it work the way I want it to.”
Nikas said in particular that the lunch business on which Murphy’s relied isn’t what it used to be. He said he thinks a business such as Mike’s, that stays open for dinner and on weekends, is the kind of restaurant needed in that space.
“Part of the reason I decided to close is I felt they would be a good fit for that location,” he said.
Mike Roach, the founder of Mike’s Vegan Grill, said he has been looking for a Winston-Salem location for a while because his food truck has done well here.
“We used to hit Winston every week on Jonestown Road — I did that for four years — and we built an audience,” Roach said.
Roach is a co-owner of the Winston-Salem restaurant with Harris Sajjad and Dinesh Talwar. Talwar will be the operating partner in Winston-Salem, and his wife, Anu Sharma, will manage the restaurant.
Roach has filled Mike’s menu with vegan versions of all the foods he loved when he ate meat: hot dogs, burgers, cheesesteaks, nachos.
Roach said it probably will be about two months before Mike’s opens in Winston-Salem.
He said that the Winston-Salem location will be similar to his other vegan restaurants with one major difference. “We’re going to have some hot tables, like Murphy’s did, with things like mac ’n’ cheese, mashed potatoes, maybe cornbread. So we’ll still have some of that Murphy’s feel. But it will be all vegan.”
Roach said that remaining space in the building might allow him to do a second business there, possibly a second location of the Drizzle chocolate, pastries and coffee shop he has in Greensboro.
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The Reynolds Building transformed Winston-Salem's skyline with its grand opening in 1929, becoming the tallest building in the South at the time.Reynolds BuildingWINSTON-SALEM, N.C. —On this day in 1929, Winston-Salem marked a major moment in its history with the grand opening of the ...
The Reynolds Building transformed Winston-Salem's skyline with its grand opening in 1929, becoming the tallest building in the South at the time.
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WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. —
On this day in 1929, Winston-Salem marked a major moment in its history with the grand opening of the Reynolds Building. Standing 22 stories tall, the sleek limestone tower instantly transformed the city’s skyline—and its identity.
Commissioned by the R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company, the building was designed as a bold headquarters that reflected both corporate strength and modern style. At the time, it was the tallest building in the South, surpassing the Jefferson Standard Building in nearby Greensboro.
Designed by New York architects R.H. Shreve and William F. Lamb, the Reynolds Building was a full experience—not just a workplace. Built in the popular Art Deco style, the building featured a signature stepped silhouette and streamlined lines that drew the eyes upward.
The public was welcome to explore the lower levels, which housed an array of shops and services: a barber shop, restaurant, pharmacy, telegraph office, and even a railway ticket office. While R.J. Reynolds occupied half the floors, the remaining space was leased to insurance companies, brokerage firms, lawyers, and architects.
Just two years after the Reynolds Building opened, architects Shreve and Lamb—now joined by Arthur Harmon—unveiled another project. This time, it was a skyscraper for New York City: the Empire State Building.
Completed in 1931, the 102-story giant became the tallest building in the world at the time. But what many don’t know is that its design didn’t begin in Manhattan—it began right here in Winston-Salem.
The Reynolds Building served as the architectural prototype for the Empire State Building. The visual connection is clear: both structures feature a dramatic, tiered crown and clean Art Deco lines. The influence was so significant that, to this day, staff at the Empire State Building send a Father’s Day card to the Reynolds Building each year in tribute.
Today, nearly a century later, the Reynolds Building remains a proud fixture of downtown Winston-Salem. It has seen many uses over the years—office space, apartments, and even a luxury hotel—but its legacy is firmly rooted in both local pride and global history.
What began as a Southern statement of innovation and style ended up influencing the design of one of the most iconic skyscrapers in the world. And it all started on April 23, 1929.
An uptick in sales in the commercial repair and supply sectors boosted RTX Corp. to an 11% increase in adjusted net income to $1.99 billion for the first quarter.One of RTX’s three primary business units is Collins Aerospace, which has about 1,500 employees as one of Winston-Salem’s largest private employers. RTX altogether has more than 185,000 employees worldwide.The manufacturer reported Tuesday that net income was down 10% to $1.53 billion when factoring one-time acquisition accounting adjustments and one-time r...
An uptick in sales in the commercial repair and supply sectors boosted RTX Corp. to an 11% increase in adjusted net income to $1.99 billion for the first quarter.
One of RTX’s three primary business units is Collins Aerospace, which has about 1,500 employees as one of Winston-Salem’s largest private employers. RTX altogether has more than 185,000 employees worldwide.
The manufacturer reported Tuesday that net income was down 10% to $1.53 billion when factoring one-time acquisition accounting adjustments and one-time restructuring expenses.
Diluted earnings were $1.14 a share, while adjusted earnings were $1.47.
The average earnings forecast was $1.36 by six analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research. Analysts typically do not include one-time gains and charges in their forecast.
RTX disclosed in an Oct. 16 regulatory filing recording a combined $918 million in charges for separate legal issues involving the U.S. Justice Department, U.S. State Department and Securities and Exchange Commission, some of which date back to 2011.
RTX projected it would pay about $1 billion during the second half of 2024 toward settling the legal issues, and the remaining balance over several years.
Overall first-quarter sales rose 5% to $20.3 billion. Cost of sales increased 2.8% to $16.2 billion.
Collins had an 8% increase in sales to $7.22 billion, led by a 13% uptick in commercial aftermarket products, along with 10% jump in defense and 2% uptick in commercial original equipment.
Pratt & Whitney’s sales climbed 14% to $7.37 billion, while Raytheon defense-sector sales fell 5% to $6.34 billion.
“Organic growth was broad based and led by strength in commercial aftermarket, which was up 21% year-over-year driven by continued demand for our industry leading products and solutions,” RTX president and chief executive Chris Calio said. Calio is set to take over as chairman on April 30.
“The current environment is clearly very dynamic, but our company is well positioned to perform operationally, and our teams remain focused on executing on our commitments and delivering our robust backlog,” Calio said.
Adjusted sales remained in the range of $83 billion to $84 billion, up 4% to 6% over fiscal 2024, respectively.
Meanwhile, RTX lowered the top range of its adjusted earnings estimate from $6.75 a share to $6.15, while maintaining the lower range of $6 a share. Fiscal 20245 adjusted earnings were $5.75 a share.
Benchmark Research analyst Josh Sullivan said Tuesday that RTX could face an operating income impact of up to $850 million from current U.S. and foreign tariffs are kept in place for all of 2025. Analysts are projecting RTX to have $10.9 billion in operating profit for fiscal 2025.
Tariffs would particularly affected steel and aluminum products coming from Canada, China and Mexico.
Sullivan said the updated earnings guidance “does not incorporate potential tariff impacts.”
?She made the announcement at a board meeting on Tuesday.WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — The Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools (WS/FCS) Superintendent, Tricia McManus, announced she will be stepping down at the end of the school year on June 30.She made the announcement at a board mee...
?She made the announcement at a board meeting on Tuesday.
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — The Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools (WS/FCS) Superintendent, Tricia McManus, announced she will be stepping down at the end of the school year on June 30.
She made the announcement at a board meeting on Tuesday.
“Thank you for the opportunity to lead the amazing students and staff in this great community I have called home for the past five years. I have enjoyed meeting and serving thousands of students, families, and community members in pursuit of our vision for educational excellence, collaboration, and inclusiveness,” McManus said in a letter.
The WS/FCS Board of Education said she is stepping down to focus on her family.
McManus said stepping down was a very tough decision. She said she wants to focus more on her children and family.
McManus joined the district in 2020 as deputy superintendent. She became superintendent in 2021.
While at the helm, she touted improvements in high school graduation rates. However, McManus is walking away at a time when the district is facing multiple controversies.
They include allegations of child abuse at Sedge Garden Elementary, several violent incidents at schools, most recently a stabbing at Glenn High, and a significant budget shortfall of $8 million this year.
Part of the budget issue stems from McManus herself. She admitted to using district money for staff bonuses without getting approval from the school board.
Still, McManus said none of those issues influenced her decision to step down.
"That's part of the course when you have 53,000 students and you have, you know, 7,000 staff members. You're going to have issues that come up and happen, and I think for the past five years we've had many. But no, that did not weigh in. Does that challenge? Absolutely. Are there days I wake up and need my coaching call with someone? Absolutely. But those incidents that have been challenging did not weigh into my decision," McManus said.
WS/FCS credited her for her efforts to return the district to in-person learning after COVID-19, reducing chronic absenteeism, expanding mental health resources and introducing an alternative to suspension program.
Plans to hire an interim superintendent will be discussed in an April 28 board meeting. The last day of school for Winston-Salem/Forsyth County students is May 23.
This comes after the district has been under fire in recent months due to a swath of controversy.
In November 2024, the district said it learned of allegations of child mistreatment at Sedge Garden Elementary and resulted in the suspension of two employees.
Earlier this month, the WS/FCS school board made the controversial decision to reduce its workforce, impacting 81 positions and 42 people. The Chief Financial Officer, Thomas Kranz, announced his resignation after this decision.
Additionally, the superintendent herself was caught up in controversy when she acknowledged during the April 2 school board meeting that the district used approximately $13 million in fund balance to cover salary bonuses and pay increases last year, without explicitly notifying the board.
McManus has been with the WS/FCS school district since 2020.
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