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You’ll be able to buy boxes of this new flavor and your beloved favorites from January through April (local timing varies). | Photo provided by Girl Scouts of the USA
Wake up and smell the flour (and sugar). Girl Scout Cookie season is upon us — and our regional Girl Scouts of North Carolina Coastal Pines is slinging sweet treats around town.
One question: After the Thin Mints, Samoas, and Caramel deLites are all gone, what will we eat? In that disastrous scenario, we’d love to see these Winston-Salem-inspired cookie ideas come to life:
Our next idea is an easy one: Add Redclay Gourmet Pimento cheese to the menu. If you like a sweet and savory taste combined, this is for you.
Our final invention is the Amish cinnamon-inspired Adventurefuls. Just swipe the caramel flavor and voila — this brownie-inspired cookie is transformed into a true local gem.
Any other ideas for localized Girl Scout Cookies? Let us know.
Asked
Asked
What’s your favorite Girl Scout Cookie?
A. Adventurefuls B. Caramel deLites C. Thin Mints D. Peanut butter patties
Featuring wooden floors, large windows for abundant natural light, and plenty of walk-in closets, this modern farmhouse-style mansion feels right at home in Brookberry Farm. This 5-bedroom, 6-bathroom mansion features a gourmet kitchen and two fireplaces for a cozy, inviting feel.
Today Is
Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Today, you can honor the life + legacy of King by joining a cleanup at Martin Luther King Jr. Recreation Center (2001 Pittsburg Ave.) with Keep Winston-Salem Beautiful from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Register to volunteer.
Active
It’s time to raise the bar. Winston-Salem landed at No. 92 on WalletHub’s new list of the “Best and Worst Cities for an Active Lifestyle” in 2026. For anyone aiming to build healthier habits this year, a locally owned gym is a solid place to start.
Trending
Country line dancing is making a comeback, and bars across the US are embracing a honky-tonk vibe to draw in crowds. Editor’s Pick: Slip on your cowboy boots and join the fun at Dolly’s Honky Tonk every Saturday at 8 p.m. (Wall Street Journal)
Eat
Is it hot in here? Frank’s RedHot is the most popular hot sauce in Florida, according to new data from Instacart. If you ask us, Texas Pete is a favorite — and yes, we’re biased because it’s made here in Winston-Salem.
The Word
Bongo. That was the Wordle answer that stumped the most players in 2025. Ready to redeem yourself this year? Fire up a fresh winning streak in WStoday’s Games portal. (TODAY)
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The Buy
Our favorite two-piece set featuring a knit sweater vest and pants. Pair it with your favorite cardigan for winter wardrobing, then wear it on its own as the weather warms for effortless, year-round style.
Did you know, just a year after his famous “I Have a Dream” speech, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. paid a visit to Winston-Salem? The civil rights activist stopped at Goler Metropolitan AME Zion Church on April 13, 1964, according to The Chronicle WS. The rest is history.
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