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It’s blooming season
Learn how to grow different types of tomatoes with Forsyth County gardening experts. | Photo by Leslie R.
If your love for gardening is evergreen, may we suggest a lily bit of knowledge? These workshops will inspire you as you nurture and grow your garden — registration is encouraged.
Grow with the Flow: Rain Gardening for Beginners | Wednesday, March 25 | 6-7 p.m. | Paddison Memorial Library,248 Harmon Ln., Kernersville | Free | Learn how soil quality and plant choices help your garden support cleaner waterways.
Backyard Composting Basics Workshop | Thursday, March 26 | 4:30-6 p.m. | 1450 Fairchild Rd. | Free | Learn what can and can’t be composted, plus discover local resources to help you get started.
Tuesday Gardening Series: Planting for Retirement | Tuesday, April 7 | 12:30-1:30 p.m. | Reynolda Gardens + Virtual | $5 | Enjoy a dose of humor about aging while picking up the basics of planting in your garden.
In Full Bloom | Saturday, April 25 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | The Garden Club Council | $45-$65 | Find inspiration on a tour of the Winston-Salem Garden Council’s private garden, featuring native plants in full bloom.
BizBrief is your weekly, business-focused companion to the daily newsletter. | Graphic by 6AM City
Hi there — I’m Cat, Senior Managing Editor of BizBrief, WStoday’s weekly newsletter launching Monday, March 30, built to highlight our local business community.
BizBrief is your download on the local business landscape, delivering concise recaps — from news and podcasts to events, thought leadership, jobs, and company updates — all in one scroll-worthy newsletter to start your week informed, not overwhelmed.
Think of BizBrief as WStoday’s business-focused companion — zooming in on the stories, opportunities, and conversations shaping the local business community.
A little about me: I started at 6AM City, WStoday’s parent company, as a City Editor over four years ago. I later became a Managing Editor overseeing six markets across the Carolinas, and now I’m excited to bring that experience back to community content as the Senior Managing Editor of BizBrief.
We want BizBrief to highlight what matters most to you. Got a local business story, podcast, or company update worth sharing? Send it our way or fill out this short survey — your ideas can help guide our coverage.
News Notes
News Notes
Coming Soon
A new chapter is taking shape for the former Sweet Potatoes restaurant site in Winston-Salem. Trade Street Partners purchased the Trade Street property for $1.35 million and plans to open a new restaurant in the space by late spring. (Winston-Salem Journal)
Transit
You can now hop on a new bus route that connects Winston-Salem to High Point through I-74. The PART bus will make stops at Innovation Quarter and major hospitals in the city. Buses will operate Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Travel
Itching for a new adventure? PTI Airport is making it easier to book direct flights to 14 destinations. Travelers can enter PTI’s nonstop challenge through March 2027 for a chance to win a $2,000 travel voucher. The rules are simple — may the most frequent traveler win.
Try This
No foul play here. We’ve got good news if you’ve been hunting and pecking about owning chickens within Winston-Salem city limits. While a permit may not be required to raise your own, we’ve outlined the key ordinances you should know beforehand.
Cause
It’s a season of fresh starts. If you’re ready to switch up your routine, consider giving your time, kindness, or a few hours of hard work to one of these deserving volunteer opportunities in the Twin City.
Listen
What’s the best song about North Carolina? If you said Peetey Pablo’s “Raise Up,” you agree with this list of “Best Songs About Every State.” Got a better suggestion? Let us know.
When dinner turns into a staring contest with your fridge, Forkful meals save the night. They’re fully prepared and ready in minutes — with zero seed oils and high-quality proteins. Use code CMD50 to take 50% off your first order.*
Tech
If your computer overheats with a few tabs open or sounds ready for liftoff, the problem might not be your device — it’s likely your antivirus. Many big-name brands are bulky + full of pop-ups. Webroot’s antivirus protection uses 33 times less space and scans up to six times faster. Get protected.*
The best Easter eggs and decorations on sale ahead of the holiday. We recently shopped online party supply store Oriental Trading, and it’s got Easter covered — especially if you’re hosting an event on a budget. Check out our faves + use code BCFREESHIP for free shipping on any order:
This new coffee shop is buzzing. Qatra Specialty Coffee offers premium Yemeni Coffee — a first of its kind in Clemmons. I visited the spot recently and enjoyed an iced strawberry matcha latte, one of the most popular drinks on the menu. The atmosphere is calm, with a modern interior perfect for working or catching up with friends.
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