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Images from the artists in the 2025-25 Secrest Series.
Culture
5 world-renowned performers headline Secrest Artists Series
September signals the start of a brand-new performance season at Wake Forest University.
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Wake Forest University unveils new Face to Face Speaker Forum lineup
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Culture
Sign up to learn a new craft at Sawtooth this summer
It’s like summer camp, but for adults.
May 1, 2024
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Cambridge Wrege
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Culture
Older adults share their perspectives in photography exhibit
“A Photographic Journey of Winston-Salem as Told Through the Eyes of Her Elders” celebrates the stories and viewpoints of 10 photography students.
April 23, 2024
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Cambridge Wrege
Musician Jason Isbell looks at the camera, wearing a black striped jacket in front of a dark background
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Road trip: Spoleto Festival USA is back May 22-June 9 in downtown Charleston
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19 local gift ideas to celebrate motherhood
April 16, 2024
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Staff
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Culture
Read the winning poems from our 2024 poetry contest
Check out the poems below, including the contest winners our readers voted for.
April 16, 2024
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Brianna Williams
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There’s still time to grab tickets to see Trevor Noah
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Culture
Mural that welcomes visitors to the Generations Center showcases community effort
The artist behind the outdoor installation explains how it was completed.
April 9, 2024
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Cambridge Wrege
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City
Keep learning at Forsyth County Public Libraries
Find out why you should visit your local branch.
April 8, 2024
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Cambridge Wrege
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Culture
Nominate an older adult for a 7 over Seventy award
The annual event seeks to honor Forsyth County residents who continue to make a positive impact on the community.
April 3, 2024
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Brace yourselves for big things coming to the Twin City this year.
January 17, 2025
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City to loan developers up to $3.5 million to build new spaces to attract businesses
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The Zevely House’s unique journey from family home to upscale restaurant
The oldest remaining home in what was the town of Winston was moved from where it was originally built to a different site.
January 14, 2025
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5 ways to celebrate MLK Jr. Day 2025 in Winston-Salem
Honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at these five events in the Twin City.
January 13, 2025
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Events
Start planning your dream day at these wedding open houses
Calling all couples — get ideas and meet vendors at these four free events around Winston-Salem.
January 10, 2025
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Nonprofits
a/perture cinema got saved....now what? A chat with the new executive leader
The nonprofit is doubling down on community partnerships and exploring new ways to bring films to the public.
January 9, 2025
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Sports
Professional cycling group Team Winston-Salem launches to expand city’s cycling legacy
The new professional sports team aims to win trophies — and promote the City of Arts and Innovation during competition.
January 8, 2025
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20 major events to look forward to in 2025
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January 7, 2025
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