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Sunrise 6:20 a.m. | Sunset 8:14 p.m.

Blue skies over a construction site of the concrete tower with windows.

The building is going up as Novant Health celebrates Forsyth Medical Center’s 60th anniversary. | Photo courtesy of Novant Health

You’ve probably driven by the huge new addition to Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center. The hospital on Silas Creek Parkway (across from Hanes Mall) is in the process of building a five-story, 193,480-sqft critical care tower. Here’s a look at how it will serve local patients when the project is complete:

Investment in health

The new $222 million wing of the hospital is the fourth and last phase of a $400 million expansion project that has been underway since 2019. Vannoy Construction started building the tower in 2022. It’s located on the south part of campus, where the hospital’s rehabilitation center once stood.

Focus on flexibility

A big part of the tower’s design focuses on streamlining services, especially when it comes to treating complex medical issues. Novant Health chose the Winston-Salem site for its first fully integrated procedure room. It will be on the third floor of the tower and will allow most critical care patients to receive treatment and care all in one place.

Aerial wide shot of total hospital system. Cars are in the parking lots around the building. — You might also hear the new construction, seen on the far right of the campus, referred to as the south tower.
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Photo courtesy of Novant Health

The surgical services department will be remodeled and expanded into the first floor of the new tower. The surgical unit will have redesigned operating rooms equipped with the latest technology + new pre- and post-operative care units.

Patient-centered design

The tower will house 59 critical care rooms and 36 medical-surgical rooms which could be converted quickly to intensive care or isolation rooms when necessary. The space will also feature larger windows to let in more natural light and provide patients more privacy.

The redesigned area for surgical drop-off and pickup will make the process more convenient for patients awaiting surgery and their return home. Family members and guests will notice a brighter and more spacious waiting room.

The critical care tower is slated to open in the first quarter of 2025. Interior renovations are expected through 2027.

Events

Wednesday, May 8

Wake Up Winston | Wednesday, May 8 | 8 a.m. | Moji Coffee + More, 690 N. Trade St., Winston-Salem | Free | Learn about the mission of Moji Coffee + More and celebrate the coffee shop’s fifth anniversary with other entrepreneurs.
Winston-Salem Dash vs. Asheville Tourists | Wednesday, May 8 | 7 p.m. | Truist Stadium, 951 Ballpark Way, Winston-Salem | $13-$53 | Who doesn’t love wings? Enjoy $0.50 wings specials during the game every Wednesday.*

Thursday, May 9

Public Speaking Lunch and Learn | Thursday, May 9 | 12-1 p.m. | Historic Broyhill, 3540 Clemmons Rd., Clemmons | $15-$20, RSVP | Presenter Lisa Allen will coach attendees on how to speak confidently.

Friday, May 10

Flashback Fridays | Friday, May 10 | 6:30 p.m. | MUSE Winston-Salem, 226 S. Liberty St., Winston-Salem | Free | Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy a screening of the classic “A League of Their Own” at sundown.

Saturday, May 11

“Ripcord” | Saturday, May 11 | 7:30-10 p.m. | HanesBrands Theatre., 209 N. Spruce St., Winston-Salem | $14-$28 | Watch the story of two elderly women competing for the best room at their senior living facility — recommended for audience members aged 16+.

Sunday, May 12

Cupcake Creations | Sunday, May 12 | 1:30-2:30 p.m. | Kaleideum, 120 W. 3rd St., Winston-Salem | $15-$18 | Learn how to decorate cupcakes with flowers in this hands-on workshop designed for caregivers and children — tickets include materials.

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🎉 Celebrating Forsyth Tech’s Class of 2024

Graduates at Forsyth Tech posing for a selfie in their caps and gowns.

We can’t wait to see what these Trailblazers will do next. | Photo provided by Forsyth Tech

It’s time to pop the confetti. Today, May 8, nearly 2,000 students will graduate from Forsyth Tech’s Class of 2024 with degrees, diplomas, and certificates.

During the celebration, Trailblazers will turn their tassels and hear from commencement speaker Rusty LaRue, a former basketball coach and professional player.

Feeling inspired? You can continue your lifelong educational journey at Forsyth Tech, too. With 85 programs and courses on nine campuses (and online), there’s a path for everyone.

Discover your future career

News Notes

Real Estate

Find out if you qualify for a forgivable loan to make home repairs through the Transforming Urban Residential Neighborhoods (TURN) Program. The first of six community meetings is happening tonight, May 8 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Minnie Lee Davis Harris Community Center (2020 NE 14^th St.).

Concert

Hear the Grammy-nominated rock band The Fray at a free concert during this year’s Gears and Guitars Festival. The musicians take the stage in Bailey Park on Saturday, May 25 at 9 p.m.

Transit

RATP Dev USA will assume operations of the Winston-Salem Transit Authority on Aug. 1. Earlier this week, City Council unanimously approved a five-year, $149.7 million contract with the transportation service (scroll ~45 minutes into the meeting to see the presentation and discussion).

Arts

Help make ART CRUSH a success this year by volunteering. Sign up online to help clear the street, set up tables, or take care of other tasks for ~2 hours during the free community event held every third Friday from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. — the next one is Friday, May 17.

Kids

Help your child dig for dinosaur bones at Washington Park on Saturday, May 18. Children ages two to six can become archaeologists at the free Dino Dig starting at 10 a.m. — bring your own excavating tools or use those provided.

Pets

The family of well-known local therapy dog Nanook has honored his memory by sponsoring four animals up for adoption at Forsyth Humane Society. Ollie is the last dog looking for a loving home — the sponsorship means his adoption fee will be waived. (WXII 12 News)

Wellness

Purple Carrot delivers plant-based meals right to your door. This month’s chef-prepared meal kits are spring-themed + filled with seasonal ingredients (think: Super Greens Fried Rice with Peanut Drizzle).*

Sports

🎾 You’re going to love these new amenities

players on a hard surface tennis court at the Winston-Salem Open with packed stands.

You can get even closer to the action this year. | Photo by Winston-Salem Open

The Winston-Salem Open is focused on serving fans a world-class experience during the men’s professional tennis tournament. Thanks to fan feedback, organizers plan to expand services during the eight-day event Aug. 17-24. Here’s what you can expect:

More shaded seating areas around the Wake Forest University Tennis Complex
Dining options that include local food trucks
More bar areas with shaded seating

The cost of individual tickets will remain the same as 2023 for game sessions one through 12. Those tickets, along with Daily Double + Triple Shot mini packages, go on sale today, May 8 at 10 a.m. Week-long box seats are also available by reservation.

On-court seating will also be available to purchase this year. “Rally Row” will be directly behind sideline banners on the west side of the stadium. Each seat holder will also get a session pass to the hospitality suite. Organizers say they expect the seats to sell out quickly.

Asked

Do you plan to attend the Winston-Salem Open this year?

A. Yes, I plan to be in the stands most days
B. Yes, I plan to watch a match or two
C. No, but I wish I could
D. No, tennis isn’t my thing

Match point us in the right direction

The Buy

Sunglasses under $100, because we’re heading into the brightest months of the year (yay). We like these tortoiseshell Ray-Bans or this cat-eye Jimmy Choo pair.

The Wrap

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