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Time to explore
One of Editor Kellina’s favorites is trying out new food at the Carolina Classic Fair each year. | Photo by April G.
Take this as your Bingo card and complete our adventure checklist throughout the year to discover more of what the Twin City has to offer (in no particular order).
Which of these is not a quintessential Winston-Salem experience?
A. Explaining to your out-of-state friends we’re not “that Salem” B. Being the first Moravian settlement in NC C. The Reynolds Building receiving postcards from The Empire State Building every year D. Being home to the oldest brick house in Forsyth County
Watch out for possible snowflakes falling from the sky this weekend. Weather experts say cold air is moving into the Triad, which could increase the chance of snow on Sunday, Jan. 18. With temperatures remaining in the 30s, here are some indoor activities to try. (WFMY News 2)
Community
Melrose Coffee on South Stratford Road is now under new ownership and will celebrate a new chapter tomorrow, Jan. 17, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The coffee shop will also start serving bubble tea, aka boba, with non-dairy ingredients. Grab a bite from Kuya Bear Food truck on site during the celebration.
Edu
The Goddard School of Winston-Salem is celebrating its ribbon cutting on Wednesday, Feb. 4, starting at 9 a.m., where you’ll get to meet the school owners and learn about the preschool and daycare curriculum. Watch out for other major developments to look forward to in 2026.
Announced
Cash is king... not when it comes to pennies. Due to a shortage of pennies, the city will temporarily use symmetric rounding when exact change is not available. For example, $0.06 and $0.07 will be rounded down to $0.05 and so on. City officials encourage residents to use alternative methods if they prefer not rounding.
Biz
Tax season is upon us, and VITA Forsyth + AARP Foundation WS Tax-Aide are offering free tax assistance. Taxpayers can schedule an appointment, starting Monday, Jan. 19. Here’s what to bring + schedules for your 2025 tax return.
Active
Looking for more ways to get active and make new friends? Try a flexible tennis tournament that fits your schedule with Compass Draw, Winston-Salem. Register by Saturday, Jan. 24, and practice your skills with other local players, whether you’re opting in for doubles or singles.
If you’re looking for more Winston-Salem lore, see what our readers had to say about our unwritten rules, like which road to avoid during rush hour. Got one that is not on the list? Drop us a line, and we’ll reply.
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