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Creativity and Culture Take Center Stage as Winston-Salem Continues it’s Citywide Kwanzaa Celebration
3+ hour, 55+ min ago (253+ words) " As Winston-Salem marks the final days of its 37th Annual Citywide Kwanzaa Celebration, community members will gather today to observe Kuumba, the principle of creativity, with an intergenerational cultural celebration centered on storytelling, music, and collective expression. Today's Kuumba observance is…...
Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Prepares to Commemorate Emancipation Day, Honoring Roots and Community Resilience
4+ hour, 15+ min ago (579+ words) " Leaders, faith communities and residents will gather Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026, at 11 a.m. to mark Emancipation Day at Grace Presbyterian Church, 3901 Carver School Road, in a ceremony organized by the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Emancipation Association. The event, themed "Remembering the Roots, Celebrating the…...
Greater Winston-Salem, Inc. Honors Local Leaders at Annual Awards
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (217+ words) Mozelle's & Betty on Burke named Small Business of the Year Mozelle's and Betty on Burke received the Small Business of the Year award. The restaurant group, led by owner Jennifer Smith and Executive Chef Jay Pierce, was honored for its…...
New Life for Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools’ Ashley Elementary: A Long Road Nears a Milestone
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (704+ words) By The Winston-Salem Chronicle Winston-Salem, N.C. " After years of community pressure, board deliberations and bond votes, the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools district and Forsyth County Board of Commissioners have taken a key step toward replacing one of the city's most challenged…...
I Am Your Neighbor | Honduras TPS's 2025 Expiration Leaves Thousands in Legal Limbo, Including Winston-Salem Residents
5+ mon, 3+ week ago (326+ words) This past Saturday, July 5, Honduras" Temporary Protected Status (TPS) program expired, leaving 52,585 people in a state of uncertainty surrounding their immigration status." According to the National Immigration Forum"s June 2025 TPS Fact Sheet, 27,065 TPS holders reside in the State of…...
Community Spotlight: How Neighbors for Better Neighborhoods empowers Winston-Salem one resident at a time
7+ mon, 1+ week ago (499+ words) Neighbors for Better Neighborhoods empowers Winston-Salem residents through grassroots grants, leadership initiatives, and community health programs. Love for Thy Neighbor" Led by Executive Director Latoya Robinson, much of her work over the past six years has been largely inspired by…...
The Week Ahead: Workshops, volunteer opportunities, and arts festivals in Winston-Salem
7+ mon, 2+ week ago (480+ words) ==================================================================================Metadata:Title: Upcoming Community Events: Workshops, Volunteer Opportunities, and Arts Festivals in Winston-SalemDescription: Discover a variety of community events in Winston-Salem, including volunteer opportunities, workshops, arts festivals, and more. Stay informed about local happenings and get involved in your community....
Public Safety Committee receives mid-year crime review, update on Cure Violence initiative
7+ mon, 2+ week ago (832+ words) TEVIN STINSON" THE CHRONICLE" " Earlier this week the city's Public Safety Committee received the mid-year crime report as well as updates on several programs and initiatives, including the Cure ... Earlier this week the city's Public Safety Committee received the mid-year…...
Winston-Salem's Neighborhood Services Department hosting Open House events in May
7+ mon, 4+ week ago (278+ words) Title: Discover How Winston-Salem's Neighborhood Services Department Can Support Your Community: Attend Open House Events in May'Description: Learn about the City of Winston-Salem's Neighborhood Services Department and how they can assist with home repair financial assistance, commercial business repair financial…...
A city in motion: Building community through exercise with Winston-Salem running and walking clubs
8+ mon, 4+ day ago (1150+ words) By: Jess Schnur" The Chronicle" " Annually, April 7 has been recognized around the globe as World Health Day. Since 1948, the World Health Organization (WHO) has promoted World Health ... Latest Arts & Lifestyle News - Phone This field is for validation purposes and should…...