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When the forecast calls for takeout
You won’t leave the table hungry. | Photo courtesy of Mama Zoe’s
If you’re running low on food after the weekend snowstorm, many local businesses are offering takeout and ready-made meals. With roads still icy and residents asked to stay home, we’ve rounded up walkable spots in each neighborhood.
Editor’s note: Check back with each business as daily operations may change. Hours vary daily based on road conditions.
West End
That Place in The West End | Grab your poke bowl, ramen, or noodle bowls for takeout that’ll keep you warm and cozy.
Downtown
Quanto Basta | If you like fine Italian dining, lucky for you, you can order online for takeout and baked meals for the family to enjoy. See the family-style menu for yourself.
Washington Park
Acadia Foods | Latest update says the parking lot is not fully cleared, but shoppers can stock up on pantry essentials and breakfast menu items.
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is raising its minimum hourly wage to $18.85, the highest among the Triad’s major hospital systems, according to the Winston-Salem Journal. The change goes into effect starting tomorrow, Jan. 30. (Winston-Salem Journal)
Regional
Winston-Salem police are urging residents to avoid non-essential travel as road conditions are still icy. If you must take a trip, you can track state road conditions before heading out the door. We’ll keep you up to date once the roads are clear.
Civic
While you’re at it, keep up with the city’s daily updates when it comes to park openings, trash collection, and bus operations. Chat with City Link operators for any information about the city’s services or to report non-emergency requests.
Community
If you love to crunch numbers, keep reading. Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools is taking applications for its new Audit Advisory Committee. Applicants must live in the county and have at least five years of experience in finance and audits. The deadline to apply is Sunday, Feb. 15.
Edu
Call Winston-Salem State University a matchmaker if you will. The school is connecting students with scholarship opportunities through the WSSU Scholarship Universe, which includes more than 200 awards. Applications open Sunday, March 1, through Tuesday, March 31, and students may only submit one application.
Biz
The global manufacturer, Ziehl-Abegg, surpassed an annual revenue of 1 billion euros for the first time in its 116-year history — a success the company ties to its roots planted in the Twin City. The German company established its North American headquarters in Union Cross in 2024.
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The Buy
Super Bowl LX kicks off on Sunday, Feb. 8. Whether you’re catching the game at your favorite sports bar or hosting a watch party at home, we’ve rounded up a few must-haves for every kind of big-game watcher:
I hope you all are safe and staying warm inside. While snow days have gotten a lot of us to pause and slow down, remember to visit your local coffee shop or business near your street if it’s safe to do so, or consider buying a gift card online when possible. Some local business owners are calling on the community for support.
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