Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026: Winston-Salem Winter Weather Update ❄️ We’re seeing snow, and lots of it! Governor Josh Stein has declared a new State of Emergency in North Carolina for the current winter storm. We encourage residents to stay home due to roads becoming increasingly unsafe for travel. Crews are working to clear neighborhood streets – a continuation of overnight work addressing residential roads. Staff continue to respond to accidents as needed. Brining operations continue on major route

Evacuate the area if you are within one mile of 4440 North Cherry Street. Go with family or friends and stay tuned to local news and our social media outlets for the latest | City of Winston-Salem, NC - Government

Join the African-American Heritage Initiative in preserving Winston-Salem’s Black history and culture! We’re building a digital archive to honor the stories, photos, and documents that shaped our community—especially those overlooked during segregation. Share your memories and help keep this history alive for future generations. Submit electronically today at the link in bio. We’re looking for just about anything that can be submitted electronically to help preserve our city’s African-American h