The Winston-Salem Police Foundation announced the recipients of its inaugural scholarships. The scholarships were awarded in three categories – General Community, Millennial Scholars Program, and the Winston-Salem Police Department Dependent. Students were selected through an application and objective review process. Abigail Herrera-Leal of Glenn High School, Najashi Belcher of Walkertown High School, and Alyson Thompson… Read More »
Author: Greater Winston-Salem, Inc.
Three Local Graduating Seniors Awarded Inaugural Scholarships By The Winston-Salem Police Foundation
Statement on Racial Injustice
Greater Winston-Salem, Inc. stands with all Black community members affected by systemic racism and injustice. Everyone has the right to be safe and be heard. We have taken the last several days to listen and learn through open and honest discussions. We are proud of the Winston-Salem community’s peaceful dialogue, and know that together, we… Read More »
Greater Winston-Salem, Inc. Announces Senior Vice President of Economic Development
Following a nationwide search, Greater Winston-Salem, Inc. is pleased to announce Laura Johnson Lee as the organization’s Senior Vice President of Economic Development. Laura will lead a division whose charge is to recruit new business and industry, develop new businesses, and support existing businesses with retention and expansion needs. Laura will serve as a member… Read More »
Paycheck Protection Flexibility Act
United States Senators passed the Paycheck Protection Flexibility Act (PPFA) on Wednesday to give small businesses more wiggle room in how they spend federal loan dollars. The funds were given as part of previous CARES Act provisions through the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), but had several restrictions that made it difficult for some businesses to… Read More »
Proposed County Budget to be Presented to Commissioners
The Manager’s Recommended Budget will be presented to Forsyth County Commissioners Thursday, kicking off a process that will lead to the adoption of the county’s 2020-2021 budget. County Manager Dudley Watts will make his summarized presentation of the proposed budget on Thursday, June 4. The proposed budget will be available for review in the County… Read More »
Top Questions from Employers about Reopening and Returning to Work
As more North Carolina businesses prepare to reopen in Phase 2 and are able to expand operations in Phase 3, questions abound about operating in our new normal. Returning to work will stir mixed emotions for both employers and employees. Employers may be eager to get their workforce back and produce revenue again, but they’ll… Read More »