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A Tale of Two Cities By Algenon Cash The 2024 election brought three new members to the City Council. New leadership often brings new energy, new priorities, and a different way of looking at old problems. Rather than criticize from the sidelines, I decided to wait. I wanted to see what would emerge. A year later, I’m still waiting. Over the past few weeks I’ve watched Greensboro hold another State of the City address.

From West End Cafe to Juneteenth: How a conversation became Home Moravian’s $76,000 gift to Triad Cultural Arts By Derwin L. Montgomery WS Chronicle A lunch conversation at West End Cafe became more than a meeting.It became a relationship.It became a lesson in local history.

Forsyth County Commissioner Don Martin Announces Retirement Effective July 31 After more than 11 years on the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners, Chairman Don Martin has announced he will retire effective July 31, citing a promise made to his wife to step away from public life upon turning 75.

Downtown Winston-Salem’s Summer Music Series returns for 28th season The Downtown Winston-Salem Partnership is excited to share that our beloved Summer Music Series is returning for its 28th season in 2026! This cherished community tradition brings residents, visitors, and music fans together for a summer full of free live music in the heart of downtown.

City to Host Summer Jobs, Camp Information Meeting for Youth and Families Staff Report The Winston-Salem Chronicle The City of Winston-Salem is calling on local businesses and community organizations to help create more opportunities for young people this summer through employment and youth programming. City leaders will host a community informational meeting focused on summer jobs and camp opportunities at 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 19, at Salem Lake in the Dr. Virginia K.