Ronnie and the Flames: Can You Identify?
This photograph was taken about 1966, showing a combo group called Ronnie and the Flames. They are performing at a gasoline station. This is another photo of Ronnie and the Flames. Can anyone identify...
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Do You Remember…A Zoo in Forsyth County?
Once upon a time, on a 34-acre tract of land that was off Peace Haven Road, near Milhaven Road, there lived a man who owned and raised a variety of animals. At one...
Remembering Reverend Billy Graham
Reverend Billy Graham made many trips to Winston-Salem during his ministry. One of his visits took place on November 18, 1966. Reverend Billy Graham was the featured speaker at the Festival of Thanksgiving that...
Happy July 4th, America!
Here’s a look at how Winston-Salem celebrated July 4th in earlier years: James Clarence Sebastian and Karlynn Morgan in 1957. Fireworks at Reynolds Park in 1961. Commemorating the first July the 4th celebration in...
December 11,1966: Police Department Buys Vespas
Five new Vespas, Italian-made scooters, were purchased for the police department. The announcement was made on this day in 1966. The new scooters cost $469 each. The photo above shows the new Vespas,with Joe...
December 10,1966: The Nutcracker Ballet Premiers
The School of the Arts first presented the Nutcracker Ballet at Reynolds Auditorium on this day in 1966. Tchaikovsky’s ballet was enhanced by the talented performers, colorful costumes and artistic sets. The music accompaniment...
July 1,1966: Sam’s Gourmet Restaurant Opens
On this day in 1966, Sam’s Gourmet Restaurant opened at the Thruway Shopping Center, in a new section in the lower level of the shopping center. The restaurant was founded by Sam Pappas, and...
June 4,1966: Groves Stadium Groundbreaking
On this day in 1966, ground was broken for the new Groves Stadium for Wake Forest University. This was not the first Groves Stadium associated with Wake Forest. The first Groves Stadium was built...
February 27, 1966: Wachovia Bank Building Dedicated
After years of planning, demolition, and construction, the Wachovia Bank Building (at right in the photo) was dedicated on this day in 1966. It was built on the corner across Fourth Street from the...