09.18.2024

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Meet your distant neighbors

Winston-Salem’s sister cities

WStoday: WinstonSalem Skyline by Winston 360

Our city is multicultural and diverse. | Photo by @winston_360

Did you know Winston-Salem has sister cities halfway across the world?

The Sister City program forms unique partnerships with other cities in order to promote cross-cultural understanding and stimulate economic development. The program involves three sectors:

Local government
Business
Private voluntary sectors like nonprofit organizations or citizen volunteers

Buchanan, Liberia

Before Winston and Salem merged, the city of Buchanan and the town of Salem formed a connection in October 1836. The Moravian Church established a neighborhood for Freedmen, named “Liberia,” which is known as the Happy Hill community today.

Kumasi, Ghana

The Twin City formalized their sister city relationship in July 2001. Located on the west coast of Africa, Kumasi was a hub of the transatlantic slave trade and a site of resistance against the British colonial regime in the 1800s. It became a major commercial center with easy access to trade routes, which contributed to its growing wealth.

Nassau, Bahamas

Nassau is Bahamas’ capital city and the largest of the island. Tourism makes up about 50% of their gross domestic revenue. The sister city formalized its partnership with Winston-Salem in October 2006.

Shanghai - Yang Pu District, China

This sister city has a population of 1.2 million people, serving as the main center for cultural, financial, and industrial development in China. The partnership was established in December 2006. A number of physicians from Yang Pu District attended a training at Wake Forest Bowman Gray School of Medicine to foster cultural exchanges.

Ungheni, Moldova

This city lies between Romania and Ukraine in eastern Europe. It is known for its agriculture and textiles industries which date back centuries. As part of the exchange, a musical group from Moldova performed with local symphony musicians. The sister city partnership was established in the summer of 2000.

Asked

Which sister city would you like to visit?

A. Buchanan, Liberia
B. Kumasi, Ghana
C. Nassau, Bahamas
D. Shanghai, China
E. Ungheni, Moldova

Pack your suitcase

Events

Wednesday, Sept. 18

Fall Creative Canvas | Wednesday, Sept. 18 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Forsyth County Central Library | Free | Brighten your fall with a sunflower painting session with artist Donna Calloway — email darlinvk@forsyth.cc to register.

Thursday, Sept. 19

Gardening Basics: Fall Gardening | Thursday, Sept. 19 | 1-2:30 p.m. | Malloy Jordan East Winston Heritage Center | Free | Discuss planting seasonal vegetable harvests like leafy greens, cauliflower, root vegetables, and flowers that support pollinators through the fall.

Friday, Sept. 20

Next Stop Comedy | Friday, Sept. 20 | 7:30-9 p.m. | Foothills Brewing Tasting Room | $25+ | Get ready to laugh out loud with a brand new line-up of comedians this month.

Saturday, Sept. 21

Chai Workshop | Saturday, Sept. 21 | 2-3:30 p.m. | Chad’s Chai | $25 | Craft your ideal cup of chai and learn the skillful art of blending spices during the immersive guided experience.

Sunday, Sept. 22

Intro to Ballroom | Sunday, Sept. 22 | 3-3:45 p.m. | Best of Ballroom Dance Studio | $10 | Learn the basics of waltz and tango in a fun and supportive environment — no partner needed.

Events calendar here

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Sports

⚾️ Help the Hype Hens make history as 2024’s Best MiLB Alternate Identity

A series of photos showcasing Winston-Salem Dash players and fans in Hype Hens gear.

Hype Hens merchandise is still available to purchase on the Winston-Salem Dash online store. | Photos provided by the Winston-Salem Dash. Gif created by WStoday.

Major League Baseball has nominated The Winston-Salem Hype Hens for the best MiLB Alternate Identity of 2024 — and there’s still time to vote.

Fans can vote online now through Monday, Sept. 23.

While we don’t want to have too much hen-fluence on how you vote, here’s a quick reminder of how the Hype Hens scored their nomination:

Earlier this year, Truist Stadium hosted a special night out on the town for Winston-Salem’s chickens, dubbed the “Fowl Ball.”

Seeing how the community got such a kick out of the event, The Dash partnered with Carolina Coops to build a chicken coop in the Kids Zone to permanently house seven chickens.

These “hype hens” encouraged fans to shake their tail feathers at all home games — and the rest is history.

Winners will be announced on Monday, Sept. 30 during the MiLB Awards Show on MLB Network.

Vote now through Sept. 23

News Notes

Coming Soon

Whataburger may be coming soon to Kernersville. This comes after the chain restaurant bought 1.54-acres of land on Solomon Drive for $2.5 million. If plans go through, this will be the first Whataburger location in the Triad. (Winston-Salem Journal)

Real Estate

The Winston-Salem housing market saw some upward trends. The average home sale price in August was up 3.6% in the Twin City compared to Forsyth County sale prices, which were up 4.7%. However, listings in the Twin City went down by ~22%.

Job

Passionate about changing lives? Crossnore Communities for Children is hiring for various positions like child and family therapists, bridging families supervisors, and cottage parents at the Winston-Salem campus. The salary range is $34,000-$60,000.

Biz

Register to attend the ConvergeSouth 2024 networking event and learn market strategies, applied AI, and how to scale your startup. The two-day event will take place at Biotech Place in the Innovation Quarter Oct. 3-4 — tickets cost $250 plus taxes.

Film

Feed me, Seymour. Watch a free screening of “Little Shop of Horrors” in anticipation of the 2025 RiverRun International Film Festival April 11-19. Reserve your seat at Hanesbrands Theatre — the film begins at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 29.

Legacy

Kenny Yoder, former assistant coach of the East Forsyth football team, has died. Friends and family are remembering Yoder during a memorial service on Saturday, Sept. 28 at 10 a.m. at Deep River Church of Christ in High Point. (Winston-Salem Journal)

Listen

Picture natural sound all around you — from bustling cafes to quiet parks. With advanced directional microphones, these tiny hearing devices focus on what you want to hear, and soften what you don’t. Hear what all the fuss is about.*

Wellness

Looking for low cost, quality counseling? Full Life Counseling’s grad student counselors, Whitney Scott and Daniel Dominguez, offer both in-person and virtual low cost counseling. Schedule a session.*

Coming Soon

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Biz

Shop, eat, play

Attend the 5th Annual Black Luxe Expo at Bailey Park

WStoday: Black Luxe Expo in high point features dances, regional vendors, and music performances.

Shop, watch dance performances, and delight in southern delicacies. | Photos by MGarris Photography + Suzanne Snuggs Photography

Celebrate Black culture and entrepreneurship at the 5th Annual Black Luxe Expo on Saturday, Sept. 21 at Bailey Park.

The free community event is the largest Black-owned business expo in the Triad with over 60 regional vendors from the East Coast. Black Luxe & Co. organizes the yearly event to connect and empower communities.

Experience a curated marketplace featuring fashion, beauty, art, home decor, professional services, and more. Order street soul food and sweet treats from food trucks, enjoy live R&B music performances, and watch local groups perform cultural dances. Pro tip: Don’t forget to bring a lawn chair or a blanket.

Editor’s pick

Paint N’ Pour Immersive Art Session | 4-7 p.m. | Tap into your creative side with a self-guided painting session curated by Winston-Salem artist, Leo Rucker, over complimentary wine and refreshments. Tickets cost $24.

Get a free ticket to attend the expo from 2 to 8 p.m.

The Buy

Decorate your space with this year’s trendiest fall decor. Here are five items we just added to our cart:

🍂 These velvet pumpkins to add festive flair around the house.
🍂 A hand-crafted wreath boasting beautiful autumn hues.
🍂 This welcome mat complete with seasonal adornments.
🍂 A hand-blown glass cup embellished with candy corns.
🍂 This embroidered table runner to elevate your dining space.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Kellina

From the editor

I think the concept of sister cities is so important so that we can appreciate other cultures outside of our own. I’d really love to visit Kumasi in Ghana which near my country, Cameroon. Maybe one day I’ll get to experience life there.

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