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Travel and Outdoors
Spend a day completely outdoors in Winston-Salem
Where to eat, play, and spend an entire day outside in the Twin City — no need to step foot indoors.
June 26, 2025 02:56 PM
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Kellina Wanteu
WStoday: Truist field in Bermuda Run features multiple soccer fiels
Tourism and Hospitality
Salem City FC makes its debut in Winston-Salem
Here’s what to know about the Twin City’s first pre-professional soccer team.
April 22, 2024
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Kellina Wanteu
WStoday: New Tanglewood Park Clubhouse rendering
Parks and Recreation
New Tanglewood Park clubhouse construction to start in May
The recreation center and park in Clemmons is getting a fresh look.
April 22, 2024
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Kellina Wanteu
WStoday: Kernersville Recreation Center outside of Winston-Salem
City
Kernersville recreation and event center plans to open this winter
Say hello to Kernersville’s newest development.
March 21, 2024
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Kellina Wanteu
A wooden bridge with metal and rust-colored railings extends into a sidewalk surrounded by trees.
Culture
Walking trends in Winston-Salem
Average daily walking trips dropped by 36% in the US between 2019 and 2022 — see how Winston-Salem compares.
January 17, 2024
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WStoday: Pilot mountain
Parks and Recreation
Best practices for interacting with nature around Winston-Salem
Help keep Winston’s landscapes and wildlife healthy and beautiful with these pro tips.
October 18, 2023
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Kellina Wanteu
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Weekly trivia nights in Winston-Salem
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WStoday: Okay Coffee storefront on North Cherry Street in downtown Winston-Salem.
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WStoday: Smith Reynolds Airport renovations
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WStoday: two women climbing indoors at First Hand Climbing, Winston-Salem
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Indoor activities to try in Winston-Salem
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August 7, 2025
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Three people sitting at a long table. The person closest to the camera has short hair, glasses, and is holding a thin wire. The person in the middle has a black shirt and is looking down at the craft. The third person on the far end of the table in a cap and blue shirt is paying attention the instructor. The room is filled with arts and crafts in the background.
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Plan a stay you’ll never forget at one of these unique places in Winston-Salem
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