🌱 WSSU Alumni Shines Bright + Winston-Salem Officer Hits Pedestrian

Good morning, friends! It's Sunday in Winston-Salem and I'm back in your inbox with everything that's fit to print about what's happening locally.

But first, your local weather:

• Sunday: Colder with rain and drizzle. High: 39 Low: 36.
• Monday: Low clouds and warmer. High: 56 Low: 29.

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Here are the top three stories today in Winston-Salem:

1. Winston-Salem State University alumni Mila Thomas has made a name for herself being a big-time make-up artist for celebrities on the biggest stages. Thomas was recognized by Essence magazine as being featured on their "9 Black Celebrity Make-Up Artists You Should Know" list, she has worked with clients including Nicki Minaj, Issa Rae, and Mary J. Blige. What started off as a part-time job and hobby as a child has become a rewarding career for Thomas that she never imagined reaching. (Winston-Salem Journal)
2. A Winston-Salem police officer hit a 57-year-old pedestrian with his patrol car overnight this past weekend. It was reported that the pedestrian was attempting to cross Waughtown Street when the officer hit him with his passenger side-view mirror, the officer said the individual was not using the crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered a serious lower leg injury, and the story is still developing. (WXII12 Winston-Salem)
3. A coalition of groups from Winston-Salem combined their money to purchase a large warehouse from High Point this past week. The industrial building was purchased for $502,000 at 2501 Mendenhall Road, and the warehouse is 8,800 square feet. The BW Group LLC of Archdale was sold to the coalition of LCJ Initiative, Wright Investments LLC, Abstract Circle LLC, and Mendenhall Partners. (Winston-Salem Journal)

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Today in Winston-Salem:

Monday, March 13

• Gentle Mat Yoga - Shepard's Center Of Greater Winston-Salem (11:15 AM)
• Line Dancing - Beginners - Martin L. King Jr. Community Center (12:45 PM)
• Public Safety Committee Meeting - Winston-Salem Council Chamber (2:00 PM)
• Kids In The Kitchen - Georgia E. Taylor Neighborhood Center (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Please be on the lookout for a lost dog potentially near Dellwood Drive. Ellie dug under the family's gate on Mar. 11 and has been gone ever since. You can contact the family with any information. (Winston-Salem, NC - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets via Facebook)
• The Winston-Salem Police Department had an amazing time at the Carolina Thunderbirds game this weekend! The department thanked the community for supporting the Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run! (Winston-Salem Police Department via Facebook)

You're officially in the loop for today. See you all soon for another update!

— Michelle Paul

About me: Michelle Paul is a Utah-based writer and photographer with a professional background in content management and registered nursing. When not working on projects ranging from photo editing to copywriting, they enjoy traveling, video games, and expanding their skills.