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This view looks down north down West 5th Street from Brookstown Ave. | Photo + caption by @winston_360 via Instagram
Forsyth County is examining its 2025 tax reappraisal. Every four years, rates are adjusted to reflect the current real estate market. The reappraisal serves as an indicator for property taxes and ensures that every property on the market is fairly and equitably appraised.
How does the reappraisal process affect home prices?
While reappraising taxes is necessary to keep up with market value, it does not determine how much you pay on your property tax. So if the value of the reappraisal tax increases, it does not automatically increase taxes on a property.
Forsyth County Board of Commissioners will set the county tax rate once the 2025/2026 budget is approved this summer. Each municipality will approve its own budget and set property tax rate.
“While we do not yet know what those rates will be, Forsyth County has a history of lowering tax rates in response to changes in the real estate market,” County Manager Shontell Robinson said.
TEDxWakeForestU 2025 | 6:30-8:45 p.m. | Wake Forest University | Free | Listen to speakers from around the country share their unique, impactful, and innovative stories and ideas.
Friday, Feb. 21
Wine Tasting | 7-8:30 p.m. | The Bookhouse | $15 | Enjoy a date night or friend outing and learn about various wines from Portugal — light snacks will be served.
Saturday, Feb. 22
Community Roots Day | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Winston-Salem | Lend out a helping hand to plant trees around our beautiful city and connect with other city residents — email kwsb@cityofws.org for a location.
All-Vinyl Jazz Night | 5:30-9 p.m. | The Caviste | Free | Discover new wine pairings from a wide variety of pickings + indulge in a few bar snacks while you listen to DJ Fleet perform live.
Sunday, Feb. 23
Salem Band Winter Concert | 3 p.m. | Salem College, Hanes Auditorium | Free | Hear original composition by members of the symphony which includes jazzy selections and a featured soloist performance.
We can’t wait to see what our fellow Winstonians come up with. | Photo courtesy Vision to Venture
Calling all aspiring entrepreneurs.
Techstars Startup Weekend comes to WS next Friday, Feb. 28, for three action-packed days all about thinking, working, and building like a real startup.
The Shotgun Legacy House is almost ready for the public. Local videographer Dale Briggs shows us an inside look at the current progress of the historic landmark in Happy Hill. The ribbon cutting will take place Thursday, Feb. 27 at the site.
Job
Winston-Salem State University started the hiring process for its next provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs. Duties include developing and administering academic policies + regulations while overseeing nearly 5,000 undergraduates and graduates — qualifying candidates may submit their application.
Theater
Got what it takes to be on stage?Audition with WS Theater Alliance for a role in Legally Blonde: The Musical, Jr. on Saturday, Feb. 22. Fill out the interest form before 12 p.m. tomorrow, Feb. 21 to be considered — walk-ins are also accepted. No need to prepare materials, you’ll be taught a song and a short dance combination.
Eat
Take your date night to the next level. Enjoy a four-course meal at Ryan’s Restaurant with featured wines from Jarvis Estate of Napa Valley Wednesday, March 5. Try out Chardonnay, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon paired with menu items like lobster tails and beef filet— call 336-724-6132 to make a reservation.
Coming Soon
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Have you checked out Camino Bakery’s (Brookstown) new outdoor patio? I can just imagine the perfect afternoon on warmers days with a well crafted hazelnut latte in hand. Check out these dining places with outdoor patios around the Twin City.
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