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Pfafftown neighbors share concerns about ‘compound’
PFAFFTOWN, N.C. (WGHP) — A growing homeless encampment in Pfafftown has sparked concerns from neighbors who say they no longer feel safe in the area. The site, known locally as the “Pfafftown Compound,” has become the focus of both community members and county officials as they seek a resolution. Residents say the situation has escalated over […]
North Carolina schools to operate remotely or close Friday as Hurricane Helene brings threats of severe weather
NORTH CAROLINA (WGHP) — Schools across the Piedmont Triad and surrounding areas will be closed on Friday, September 27 due to the threat of severe weather caused by Hurricane Helene, several school districts announced Thursday. At a press conference Thursday, Governor Roy Cooper emphasized the risks—including landslides, flash flooding, damaging debris flows, slope failure and […]
Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools one step closer to high-tech weapons detectors
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools are looking to enhance security measures by expanding a pilot program that uses high-tech weapons detection systems in all middle and high schools. District officials are moving closer to purchasing these new detectors, which they hope will streamline the screening process and improve safety.
Hundreds without power in the Triad
GREENSBORO, N.C. — Hundreds are without power in the Triad Wednesday. According to the Duke Energy outage map, around 289 people in Greensboro and 281 people are without power in Winston-Salem. Crews are working to restore power in the area. WAYS TO GET WFMY NEWS 2. Download the WFMY...
Stokes County Schools will be remote Friday due to Helene, severe weather
STOKES COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — Schools in Stokes County will be learning remotely on Friday due to severe weather, according to a Stokes County Schools statement posted to social media on Wednesday. We are expecting showers and thunderstorms to redevelop Wednesday evening, especially in the mountains and foothills. Highs will be in the lower-80s, and […]
County eyes significant renovations at Sheriff's Office
Roughly nine months ago the Surry County Sheriff’s Office successfully transferred the inmate population from the two former sections of the Surry County Detention Center to its gleaming new home on East Woltz Street in Dobson. With that move completed, the existing sheriff’s offices on N. Main Street in Dobson, and the two now decommissioned sections of the previous detention center, are being eyed for renovations that will create new offices and needed storage space and the board of commissioner approved funding for the architectural...
Vote-by-mail ballots being sent out in North Carolina
GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — On Tuesday, vote-by-mail ballots across North Carolina will be sent out. It’s been about a two-week delay since ballots needed to be reprinted after Robert F. Kennedy dropped out of the presidential race. It has been a busy few weeks for the board of elections offices across the state. About 9,000 […]
Plans cooking up for Sonker Festival
Fall is here, which means the annual Surry County Sonker Festival is just around the corner — scheduled for Oct. 5 to be exact. The annual event now in its 43rd year will be staged at the historic Edwards-Franklin House, a structure built in 1799 which is located at 4132 Haystack Road west of Mount Airy. It features live old-time and bluegrass music, tours of the house and other attractions. ...
Yadkin commissioner candidates take part in forum
The four candidates running for three open seats on the Yadkin County Board of Commissioners faced off on Tuesday evening in a forum hosted by the Yadkin County Chamber of Commerce. All four of the candidates are longtime Yadkin County residents who have numerous years of experience in government and service-related groups in the county. On the ballot in November for the board are incumbent David Moxley, joined by newcomers...
Downtown Kernersville bars to hold Cowboy Crawl
Local individuals can be a cowboy or a cowgirl for the evening when four local downtown Kernersville bars host the third annual Downtown Cowboy Crawl on Saturday from 5 to 9 p.m. The after parties for this will continue until 2 a.m. The event is presented by Folly’s Draft & Snacks at 148 N. Main St., Social Habit at 242 N. Main St., Little Brother Brewing Co. at 221 N. Main St. and Breathe ...
Give these Winston-Salem live music venues a listen
Rock the night away at one of Winston-Salem’s live music venues. Our guide to the top music spots around town features stadiums, amphitheaters, concert halls, and more. Discover where locals and visitors alike gather to enjoy incredible live music and dancing.
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