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The Verona Arena will host both the Olympics closing ceremony and the Paralympics opening ceremony. | Photo courtesy Fondazione Milano Cortina 2026
The 2026 Winter Olympics begin today; check out our tips for how to watch locally.
How to watch: Stream via NBC, Peacock, USA Network, or CNBC.
Where to watch: Grab a beer and watch at Carolina Ale House throughout the games or head to Fiddlin’ Fish Brewery on Saturday, Feb. 21 for a watch party + hot dog eating contest.
Who to watch: There are no athletes representing Winston-Salem — or NC at all — in Team USA for the 2026 Winter Olympics. Closest to home is Elana Meyers Taylor, a bobsled athlete from Georgia.
Feeling inspired? Head to the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds for public ice skating.
In case you missed it: The first Cook Out Clash win of 2026 went to Ryan Preece, making him the third driver all-time to win the Clash before earning a career Cup win — not to mention, he did it among rain, sleet, and snow. (USA Today)
Edu
WS/FCS are closed again today, Feb. 6, due to unsafe road conditions. Because the school system has now used up all banked and remote days, a make-up day will take place on April 6.
The Word
Bidet. That’s what Winston-Salem Dash players will get to use this season, thanks to the team’s new installations in the home clubhouse. (Winston-Salem Journal)
Civic
Need to make a DMV appointment? NC residents now must wait until a week in advance to schedule their appointments. Previously, North Carolinians could schedule at NCDMV three months in advance. (Fox 8)
Sports
With all the Olympics + Cook out Clash excitement, don’t forget that Super Bowl 60 is also happening this weekend. Preorder your game day menu at Hungry Palate or Waldo’s Wings by tomorrow, or head to Joymongers’ Super Bowl Watch Party.
Community
Check out new upgrades to the Belview Community Center during an open house event on Tuesday, Feb. 17. During the event, you can also learn about upcoming events + share thoughts on future activities.
Stat
50 minutes. That’s how much extra daylight Winston-Salem will gain by the end of February. As the days get longer, we suggest soaking up the afternoon sun on a local restaurant’s patio with a beverage in hand. (AccuWeather)
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Beauty
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Even the Innovation Quarter can’t resist the 2016 trend.
It shared these photos from back when Sunset Salutations first became a big draw, the Bowman Gray Center for Medical Education finished construction, and the Bailey Power Plant started construction.
A decade later, yoga classes in the park are still going strong, Wake Forest students enjoy access to advanced technology, and the power plant is open with office space, retail, and food. Talk about a glow-up.
A best-selling pair of waterproof boots designed to keep your toes warm and dry in any weather. We love that this pair boasts a warm faux fur lining and a slip-resistant rubber outsole.
