From Pride to Juneteenth, downtown was alive with celebrations last weekend
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The Winston-Salem Police Department (WSPD) and the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) have joined forces to increase the law enforcement presence in communities that have been plagued by gun violence.
In 2020 and 2021 the Winston-Salem Police Department (WSPD) seized 1,000 guns, and with shootings and deadly crime at an all-time high, they’re expected to seize even more than that this year.
Triad Cultural Arts will present a Juneteenth weekend celebration throughout Winston-Salem June 16-18, with events culminating in an all-day festival in Biotech Place and Bailey Park on Saturday, June 18. Presenting partners for the celebration are Food Lion and the City of Winston-Salem. The celebration’s theme is Black Health and Wellness: Healing Rituals & Traditions.
When you think of the Winston-Salem Recreation and Parks Department, one of the first names that come to mind is Ben Piggott. To commemorate his many years with the city and service to the community, the basketball gym at the William C. Sims Community Center has been named in his honor.
ONTV Studios partnering with Summer Youth Employment Program to expand presence in W-S
The YWCA of Winston-Salem and Forsyth County announced the five honorees of its annual Women of Vision awards who were recognized at a special virtual awards event on Thursday, June 2. The event recognizes extraordinary women who have harnessed their knowledge, creativity, and leadership for the betterment of the community.
Elder Abuse Awareness Walk, Stroll & Roll to be held at Triad Park
There were few empty seats inside the gymnasium at Carl Russell Community Center last Wednesday evening, as nearly 200 people came together to discuss strategies to help stop the recent rise in gun violence and other violent crimes.
