There are important steps workplaces can take to help protect employees and customers if an employee is diagnosed with COVID-19. These steps include requiring the wearing of face coverings when they are within 6 feet of others; encouraging employees not to report to work if they have symptoms; requiring all individuals who have been diagnosed… Read More »
Category: Greater Winston-Salem, Inc. News
Forsyth County Public Health Provides Guidance for Employees Returning to Work Following a Positive COVID-19 Test
Business Obligations in Light of NC COVID-19 Liability Laws
North Carolina remains in Phase 2 of its reopening plan at least through August 7, a timeframe recently expanded by Governor Cooper. With new legislation and executive orders enacted frequently, many North Carolina business owners have questions about reopening and what steps they are required to take as they struggle with reopening plans. What does… Read More »
Forsyth Tech Launches College Lift Program
Forsyth Technical Community College announces a new access and success program for economically underserved middle and high school students. The new program, College Lift, was started in Winston-Salem three years ago under the direction of the non-profit Piedmont Renewal Network (PRN), started by Logan Philon, who will now run the program for Forsyth Tech. “We… Read More »
Common Questions About Commercial Leases During the COVID-19 Pandemic
North Carolina remains under Phase 2 of reopening as we enter the fifth month of health and economic impact driven by COVID 19. While many businesses are now open, some may still be under restrictions or closed until Phase 3 can begin. Business owners have had access to resources and assistance including the CARES Act,… Read More »
Kaleideum Reveals Design for New Building
Kaleideum has revealed the design for the Museum’s new building in downtown Winston-Salem. “Museums are catalysts for thriving communities, and as our community is emerging from stay-at-home orders, a contemporary, interactive museum of arts, sciences, and exploration as an accessible destination in the heart of downtown becomes even more important,” says Elizabeth Dampier, Kaleideum Executive… Read More »
Two County Initiatives Win National Awards for Innovation in Government
Two Forsyth County initiatives have been recognized by The National Association of Counties (NACo) 2020 Achievement Awards for innovation in county government. Emergency Medical Services’ Community Paramedics program won in the Health category. The program addresses the needs of those who’ve become dependent on Emergency Medical Services by addressing the issues that are causing them… Read More »