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The George Black statue is located outside the Forsyth County Courthouse, which you could learn about during a downtown Winston-Salem tour. | Photo by WStoday
Got any piece of memorabilia related to African-American history in the Twin City? The African-American Heritage Initiative within the City of Winston-Salem is accepting submissions to tell the story of Black Winstonians during the “Jim Crow” era.
Churches, neighborhoods, schools, civic groups, and individuals can submit information digitally. This includes:
Photos
Documents
Written recollections
Oral histories
Other historical items
Once digital memorabilia have been gathered, these collectibles will be available for public display at a later date.
A new bombshell just hit the market for the first time in almost 50 years. This Georgian Revival-style mansion, built in the 1920s, was known as the William Milton Scott House, a man known for amassing large fortunes in Winston-Salem in the early 20th century. Get lost in the endless charm of this local historic landmark.
Sports
The New York Times just released a list of the 25 best college football stadiums... and Wake Forest’s Allegacy Stadium isn’t on it. Should it have made the list? Let us know by replying to this newsletter. (The New York Times)
Seasonal
Gather ‘round the campfire. As Halloween creeps closer, it’s the perfect time to read NC’s creepiest urban legend. It’s the tale of The Beast of Bladenboro, a figure from the early 1900s said to menace a small rural town. Don’t scare easily?Uncover the stories behind Old Salem’s most haunted buildings. (Business Insider)
Health
A new academic study shows signs that consuming warm liquids may have positive impacts on physical + mental health. Researchers found correlated improvements in sleep, gut health, depression, and anxiety. Now the colder months are approaching, that’s just more reason to grab a warm bowl of soup. (Food & Wine)
Number
28.7. That’s the average age of newlyweds in the Tar Heel State, according to new data from the U.S. Census Bureau. If you’re planning to tie the knot in Winston-Salem, here’s our gift to you: a list of the prettiest places to say “I do” around town. (Newsweek)
Active
Did you know? The burpee was named after Royal Huddleston Burpee, a 1930s physiologist who created this exercise as part of a fitness test. Learn about the man behind the move and how this full-body exercise has stood the test of time.*
Real Estate
What’s your current home rate? Is it as low as 2.99%? If not, it might be time for a change.*
If you’re looking for a quiet escape this week, expected to be blown away with breathtaking fall views from Blowing Rock mountains (~1.5 hours outside of Winston-Salem). Editor Kellina loves the views from the Raven Rocks Overlook and the occasional cow appearance during the drive through the High Country roads.
Pro tip:Check out the latest road conditions updates before hitting the road. Beware of those curvy turns.
A set of hydrating, plumping lip oils perfect for winter — and a fuller pout. Read The Buy Editor Sarah’s full review of tarte’s Maracuja Juicy Plumping Lip Oil Set and why she’ll be wearing them all season long (hint: it’s to heal chapped lips).
Bonus: Use code WELCOME2025 to save $15 on your first HSN order of $35+ and snag the lip set for yourself.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
A mini escape to the High Country is one of my favorite fall destinations. My day usually starts with a stop at Hatchet Coffee for my daily dose of caffeine before heading to the mountains.
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