Winston-Salem Valley News
Past Reunion Booklets Needed!
We are asking for copies of past Scottish Rite Reunion Booklets from our Valley to scan for our historical records. If you have any of these booklets, please send an email to wssrnews@gmail.com We will be glad to return these to you after scanning. Thank-you for helping preserve our Valley's history!
Lodge of Perfection Challenge Coins
As part of our Lodge of Perfection's 100-year anniversary celebration, the Winston-Salem Valley will be selling a 100th anniversary coin as seen below. The price will be 2 for $20. Purchase the 100th anniversary coin and get the 75th anniversary coin while they last.
Master of Salem Masonic Lodge No. 289
Congratulations to Brother Jeffrey Knabb, 32°, for being elected Master of Salem Masonic Lodge No. 289 for 2026. Well-done Brother!
Master of Denton Masonic Lodge No. 404
Congratulations to Brother Donald Small, 32°, for being elected Master of Denton Masonic Lodge No. 404 for 2026. Well-done Brother!
Scottish Rite Service Award
Congratulations to Brother Rodney Bennett, 32°, recipient of the Scottish Rite Service Award. Thank-you for all you do for the Scottish Rite, as well as all of Freemasonry. Well-done brother
Serving as Head Over All Four Scottish Rite Bodies
Congratulations to Illustrious Brother Todd Hildebran, 33⪚, who completed serving as head over all four of the Scottish Rite Bodies in our Valley. He was awarded a special display case with jewels representing his service over the Bodies. Congratulations and well-done Brother.
Certificate of Commendation
Congratulations to Brother Kenneth Allen, 32° KCCH, who recently received the Certificate of Commendation for all his contributions and hard work for the Winston-Salem Scottish Rite and Rite Care SRCLP of NC. Thank-you for all you do. Well-done Brother
Certificate of Commendation
Congratulations to Brother Alex Edmisten, 32° KCCH, who recently received the Certificate of Commendation for all his contributions and hard work for the Winston-Salem Scottish Rite, Rite Care SRCLP of NC, as well as helping those affected by Hurricane Helene in Western, NC. Thank-you for all you do. Well-done Brother.
Mason of the Year Award and Arthur K. Steinburg Community Service Award
Congratulations to Brother Jonathan Black, 32° KCCH who recently was awarded the Mason of the Year Award and the Arthur K. Steinberg Community Service Award. These prestigious awards were presented to Brother Black from his Home Masonic Lodge, Andrew Jackson Masonic Lodge No. 576. These two awards are a testament to Brother Black's contributions to Freemasonry and the community. Thank-you for all you do. Well-done brother.
Certificate of Commendation
Congratulations to Illustrious Brother Michael Fischer, 33°, our Valley's Secretary, who recently received the Certificate of Commendation for all his contributions for the Winston-Salem Scottish Rite. Thank-you for all you do. Well-done Brother.
Congratulations to our 2025 Winston-Salem Valley Honours Recipients
32° Knight Commander of the Court of Honour: Kenneth Fred Allen and William Harvey Fulbright, Jr.
33° General Honorary: Robert Martin Blair
Congratulations and well-done brothers. Thank-you for all that you've done for our Valley, the Scottish Rite, and all of Freemasonry!
Certificate of Commendation
Congratulations to Illustrious Brother Michael Fisher, 33°, our Valley's Secretary, who recently received the Certificate of Commendation for all his contributions for the Winston-Salem Scottish Rite. Thank-you for all you do. Well-done Brother.
Knights of Saint Andrew News
News from the Winston-Salem Chapter of the Knights of Saint Andrew:
Congratulations to Brother Thomas Sadler, 32° on being elected as Knight Master of the Winston-Salem Knights of Saint Andrew for 2026.
A big thank-you to outgoing 2025 KSA Knight Master Kenneth Allen, 32° K.C.C.H., for a fantastic and very-productive year. Well-done brother.
Congratulations to Brother Randall Todd Kepley, 32° on being re-elected as the Secretary/Treasurer for the Winston-Salem Knights of Saint Andrew again for 2026.
The Winston-Salem Chapter of the Knights of Saint Andrew recently initiated two new Knights, Brothers Bobby Ball, 32° and John Tilley III, 32°. Welcome and congratulations!
Welcome New Masters of the Royal Secret
The Winston-Salem Scottish Rite Valley welcomes our newest Masters of the Royal Secret: Bobby Ball, Taylor Harter, Neal Holladay, Adam Saylor, and John Tilley. Congratulations!
Fall Reunion
Our Fall Reunion was a very successful event, and included our Valley's first chance to see the 6th Degree performed by the Fayetteville Valley team, as well as a moving oration from Illustrious Brother S. Ray Ashby, 33°.
25-Year Scottish Rite Service Awards
Please join us in congratulating and honoring our newest living 25-year Scottish Rite Brethren:
William Robert "Bobby" Adams, 33°
Clyde O. George, 32°
Russell W. Triplett, 32°
Charlie A. Whaley, 32°
Pierson J. Holcombe, 32°
Eric L. Purvis, 32°
Jerry L. Smith, 32°
Ricky L. Williams, 32°
50-Year Scottish Rite Service Awards
Please join us in congratulating and honoring our newest living 50-year Scottish Rite Brethren:
Robert S. Alexander, 32°
William A. Long, 32°
Donald L. Miller, 32°
Dale T. Myers, 32°
Gerald G. Pardue, 32°
Joseph S. Parries, 32°
Swanson C. Snow, 32°
60-Year Scottish Rite Service Awards
Please join us in congratulating and honoring our newest living 60-year Scottish Rite Brethren:
James D. Misenheimer, 32°
Billy J. Vance, 32°
Bennie L. Robinson, 32°
Frank W. Godbee III, 32°
New Valley Almoner
Congratulations to Brother William Fulbright, Jr. 32° K.C.C.H., who has been appointed as the new Almoner for our Valley. Well-done Brother.
Grand Treasurer
Congratulations to Most Worshipful and Illustrious Past Grand Master Lewis Ledford 33°, for being elected as Grand Treasurer for the Grand Lodge of North Carolina for another term in 2026. Congratulations and thank-you for all that you do for Masonry! Well-done Brother!
District Deputy Grand Lecturer
Congratulations to Brother Stephen Dempsey, 32° who was recently appointed District Deputy Grand Lecturer of the 26th Masonic District. Well-done Brother!
Lodge of Perfection Challenge Coins
As part of our Lodge of Perfection's 100-year anniversary celebration, the Winston-Salem Valley will be selling a 100th anniversary coin as seen below. The price will be 2 for $20. Purchase the 100th anniversary coin and get the 75th anniversary coin while they last.