Forsyth County North Carolina Government

10/29/2026

Commissioner Dan Besse presented a resolution today recognizing November as Adoption Awareness Month to employees of Forsyth Social Services and Attorney's Office who work with children in foster care.

You can learn how to become a foster/adopt parent at https://forsyth.cc/hhs/adopt_foster.aspx

10/29/2026

During today's Meeting, Commissioner Shai Woodbury presented a resolution for Workforce Development Month to representatives from our Community and Economic Development Department and Forsyth Tech.

You can read the full resolution at https://coforsythnc.civicweb.net/document/253674/_p_RESOLUTION%20RECOGNIZING%20OCTOBER%20AS%20WORKFORCE%20.pd?handle09C1B074DFBE44CCB91B8AB06524BB02

10/29/2026

Together, we can all make a difference in the lives of survivors.

Our Forsyth County Bridges to Hope Family Justice Center serves individuals and families impacted by Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Elder Abuse, Child Maltreatment and Human Trafficking.

It's located at 725 Highland Avenue Annex 1 in Winston-Salem, and can be reached by calling 336-776-3255 Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. You can learn more on the Bridges to Hope website: https://Forsyth.cc/BridgesToHope/

10/29/2026

Are you seeking to learn tips and techniques for a healthy lifestyle while decreasing your risk of 2 Type Diabetes?

It’s not too late!

Join the Minority Diabetes Prevention Program (MDPP) to discover ways you can balance your diet, activity and stress.

Our next enrollment session is Monday, November 2, at 6 p.m. at Carl Russell Community Center, 3521 Carver School Road. Our classes will meet on Monday at 6 p.m.

If you or someone you know is at risk for Type 2 diabetes and would love to join the program, please register by contacting Dr. Kasey Wilkie at (336) 703-3219.

Hope to see you there!

MDPP is a 12-month diabetes prevention program, appoved by the CDC, and proven to prevent/delay Type 2 Diabetes through 3 core methods: healthy eating, physical activity and stress management.

10/29/2026

Board of County Commissioners Meeting - Oct 29, 2026

10/28/2026

Starting Jan. 1, 2027, most adults ages 19 through 64 will need to renew Medicaid twice a year. Your local DSS will send you a notice when it is time to renew. Make sure DSS has your current address and answer letters right away. Visit medicaid.nc.gov/changes

10/28/2026

The Winston Salem Area Transportation Planning Organization (WSATPO) is working to get public input about local roadway, intersection, bicycle and pedestrian, transit, rail and aviation projects to determine how to prioritize spending. There will be a Public Meeting about these projects and the process for funding consideration on Wednesday, November 4, from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. at the Reynolds Manor Branch Library Auditorium, 2839 Fairlawn Drive, in Winston-Salem.

From now until November 12, local residents are also encouraged to voice their opinions about the proposed projects online at https://publicinput.com/wsatpodivision. (This link includes the Map of proposed projects and their descriptions)

10/28/2026

Forsyth County Government is hosting a Community Resource Day on Oct. 31 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at Highland Avenue Park, 642 Highland Ave, with more than 30 community organizations offering resources and services for individuals and families.

Attendees can learn about health and wellness programs, aging and Alzheimer's resources, financial education, employment and career opportunities, Medicaid enrollment assistance, mental health and recovery support, youth and family services, housing and re-entry resources and much more. Community Day is an opportunity to meet local organizations, explore available resources, ask questions and build connections.

10/28/2026

Dee Dee Knight , Family and Consumer Sciences Agent with N.C. Cooperative Extension, Forsyth County Center, shares with WBFJ's Verne Hill about the Expanded Food and Nutrition Program.

‘Learning to live a healthier lifestyle’ Dee Dee Knight , Family and Consumer Sciences Agent with NC Cooperative Extension, Forsyth County Center, shares with Verne (WBFJ radio) about the Expanded Fo

10/28/2026

Learn about free flu shots from Public Health's Kelly Flourney in this segment from Forsyth County Connections:
https://youtu.be/rXW0v_08ftM?si=_SKgY4y81RCBv31q