You can let chickens roam on your property but they can’t get loose. | Photo by WStoday
If you’ve been hunting + pecking for information about owning chickens within Winston-Salem city limits, allow us to break down the rules found in section 6-6 of the city code. Egg prices have increased due to bird flu and some retailers are limiting how many eggs can be purchased in stores.
Good news for you is you don’t need a permit to raise your own chickens. Homeowners can have up to five hens or other fowl on their property — no roosters are allowed. In 2022, City Council also voted in favor of reducing the distance to property lines from 100 ft to 20 ft. When it comes to the location on your property, there are some additional rules:
Handmade Cards with Ellie | 1-3 p.m. | Generations Center | $10 | Design a handmade card from with a personal touch and gift it to someone for a special occasion.
Tuesday, March 4
Tuesday Gardening Series: Embracing Native Plants | 12:30-1:30 p.m. | Reynolda House Museum of American Art, Auditorium | $5 | Join the conversation as ecological experts dice into the principles of landscaping and how to use native plants to prioritize environmental health.
Wednesday, March 5
Murder and Margaritas with Sandra Brown | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Reynolds Place Theatre | $35 | Enjoy a spoiler-free conversation with the author of “Blood Moon,” plus receive a signed copy of the book, and stay for the meet and greet.
Thursday, March 6
Tax Reappraisals Listening Session | 6 p.m. | Forsyth County Central Library | Free | Bring your questions about budget process, tax reappraisals, and tax appeal to Forsyth County Manager Shontell Robinson and her team.
Friday, March 7
Cars and Coffee | 8-11 a.m. | NCMA, Winston-Salem | $5 | Share your morning with other car lovers and explore the art gallery while you’re there.
Sunday, March 9
Spring Painting Pop-Up | 1-3 p.m. | Fiddlin’ Fish | $26 | Choose from three fun designs and create an 8-inch shelf sitter to add a touch of spring to your home or office.
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Phase two of Long Branch Trail is underway. City officials are seeking input from residents about the multi-use path between Martin Luther King Jr. Drive and 25th Street on Wednesday, Mar. 5. Drop by the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center between 5 and 7 p.m. to share your feedback.
Former HanesBrands executive Jay Turner acquired Winston-Salem business Excalibur Direct Marketing. The company launched a new strategy with AI-driven data to deliver a more advanced marketing approach. Turner plans to expand the business beyond North Carolina.
Outdoors
Need a weekend getaway from the city? Tanglewood Park’s RV Campground is open for the 2025 season. Reserve your spot and take advantage of amenities like a soccer area, volleyball court, horseshoe pits, a lending library, and a picnic shelter.
Finance
Don’t give us credit for this. Winston-Salem ranks No. 1 when it comes to cities with the most credit cards, according to WalletHub. Factors include key metrics like the average number of cards owned per person and the number of new cards opened in Quarter 4 of 2024.
Mansion Monday
Hold your horses.This farm house that sits on 11+ acres of land will make you stop in your tracks. Did we mention it has two barns and seven stalls with wash bays + a feed room to nurture your noble steed? Throw in some friendly animals to keep them company.
Health
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The Buy
The Buy
Your favorite spring shoe. We know, the magic word: spring. Visualize your next few months and try not to sprint away from winter as you choose the staple shoe best for you:
👟 Nordstrom stocked up on new colors of the beloved Veja Campo sneaker + New Balance’s 327 Sneaker.
👟 The hardware addition makes this new — and 20% off — strappy chunky heel anything but basic.
👟 Pair these under $40 clear slide sandals with virtually any color dress for springtime occasions.
👟 Ease into comfy hours with the Ugg Tasman Slipper’s cousin — the Buree Slipper.
👟 Lululemon’s plush slides are engineered with a grippy non-slip sole.
We’re all about staying local. If you own a local small business or know someone who does, help us celebrate Small Business Week by filling out a form about your business by Sunday March, 16. Here’s a peek at some of our favorites.
Answered
Answered
Last week we asked what social activities you like getting involved in and here’s what you said:
A. Local activities (volunteering, book clubs, etc.) — 40%
B. Me, social? I like to stay home — 40%
C. Sports (pickleball, run clubs, etc.) — 13%
D. Networking — 7%
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