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WStoday: John Deere autonomous tractor — John Deere tractor trailer on grass
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Photo by Bill Krzyzanowski via John Deere

Illinois-based equipment manufacturer John Deere has announced that it will invest $69.6 million to establish its North American electric powertrain headquarters in Kernersville (~15 minutes from downtown).

The company, along with Austrian battery maker Kreisel Electric GMBH, plans to build an electric vehicle battery and charger manufacturing facility.

Let’s talk numbers. Here’s how the investment breaks down:

The sustainable energy facility features a 115,000-sqft space to expand the manufacturing of Kreisel batteries.
This investment will create 50 jobs in Forsyth County.
These new jobs will have the potential to contribute an annual payroll impact of more than $3.3 million to the region.
One North Carolina Fund will match a $100,000 grant upon performance-based review.
John Deere plans to develop a workforce of 60-90 new jobs by 2028.
Jobs will offer an average salary of $62,951, and the company is eligible for additional incentives through the state of NC.
Expansion is expected to generate more than $65 million in total capital investment.

Why does this matter?

John Deere has been operating in Kernersville for 35 years and manufactures a variety of hydraulic excavators on site. This new addition helps attract economic investment, according to Gov. Roy Cooper.

What types of jobs will be available?

New positions will include assemblers, material handlers, packagers, and quality inspectors. Current job listings are available for the Kernersville facility.

There is no word yet on when the facility will open — we’ll keep you updated as the project develops.

Arts Council of Winston-Salem & Forsyth County

Events

Wednesday, Aug. 16

New at the Lam: Recent Acquisitions | Wednesday, Aug. 16 | 10 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. | Wake Forest University, 1834 Wake Forest Rd, Winston-Salem | See five significant collections that have been donated to the Lam Museum within the last two years.
Winston-Salem Girls Chorus Auditions | Wednesday, Aug. 16, Monday, Aug. 21 | 3-6 p.m. | Centenary United Methodist Church, 646 W. 5th St., Winston-Salem | Free | Kindergartnerss through high school seniors can audition to be part of Winston-Salem Girls Chorus performances.
Winston-Salem Dash vs. Greenville Drive | Wednesday, Aug. 16 | 7 p.m. | Truist Stadium, 951 Ballpark Wy, Winston-Salem | $13-$53 | Cheer on the Dash and enjoy half off White Claws throughout the game.*

Thursday, Aug. 17

Winston-Salem Dash vs. Greenville Drive | Thursday, Aug. 17 | 7 p.m. | Truist Stadium, 951 Ballpark Wy, Winston-Salem | $13-$53 | It’s an action-packed night at the ballpark, including a performance from Tyler’s Amazing Balancing Act, half-off beer + wine, and don’t forget to bring your pup along with you to the game. *

Friday, Aug. 18

Winston-Salem Open Draw Reveal Party | Friday, Aug. 18 | 7-9 p.m. | ROAR, Mayfair Lounge, 633 N. Liberty St., Winston-Salem | free Entry | Lots of giveaways + chances to win tickets to the tennis tournament.

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News Notes

Arts

Artists can qualify for a grant totaling $500 to $2,000. The Arts Council of Winston-Salem & Forsyth County will begin accepting applications for its 2023-2024 Artist Support Grants Monday, Aug. 21.

Job

The NC Local News Lab Fund is hiring an associate director to advance the Fund’s mission. The position is remote, but in-person travel is required.

Film

Want to watch the tale of a nanny with magical powers? Bring your own chair or blanket to watch a free showing of “Mary Poppins” at Bailey Park this Friday around 8:30 p.m.

Edu

Students aren’t the only ones going back to school. Returning and new Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools teachers have a chance to get free school supplies. Register to shop at the Educator Warehouse. (WXII 12 News)

Coming Soon

The smell of freshly baked cookies will soon take up a street in Downtown Winston-Salem. Insomnia Cookies is expanding to its newest location on North Trade Street. It is expected to open in the fall. (Triad Business Journal)

Sports

Calling all Demon Deacon football fans: The season is right around the corner with the first game kicking off on Thursday, Aug. 31 — and you’re in for a treat. Wake Forest Athletics wants to provide fans with the best experience at Allegacy Stadium. Here’s a sneak peek at the exciting enhancements planned for this season.*

Featured

Creating a safe space

WStoday HUSTLE WS women — Sparq co-working space at Innovation Quarter
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Photo via HUSTLE Winston-Salem

A local organization is offering support to women entrepreneurs. HUSTLE Winston-Salem hosts Womentrepreneur twice a month on Wednesdays on the second floor of Innovation Quarter. The organization offers free group coaching once a month.
The group works to bridge the gap of entrepreneurial inequality and provide resources to women, people of color, and those in marginalized business districts. Six individuals who found they lacked resources to successfully run their businesses started the group.

“All of us are entrepreneurs and happen to be Black,” Magalie Yacinthe, executive director of HUSTLE Winston-Salem said. “We needed access to resources and pipeline since we are people fairly connected in the community.”

HUSTLE WS has been in existence since 2015. The group met at various places around the city before securing a permanent space at Sparq at Innovation Quarter, a co-working space that operates daily to accommodate businesses in the community.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
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From the editor

I moved to Winston-Salem about a year and a half ago from the D.C. area. I love the community and people I’ve met here. I’m a big fan of the outdoor scenery with lots of green space around. Trust me, we don’t get much of that up north.

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