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A Dash of Culture, A Sip of History

Winston-Salem exudes a welcoming and creative atmosphere. The city balances its historical roots with a forward-thinking mindset, fostering a strong sense of community and a thriving arts scene. It's a place where you can explore art galleries, enjoy live music, and savor delicious Southern cuisine.

Downtown Winston Salem
COMMUNITY GUIDE · WINSTON SALEM
Winston Salem, Forsyth County

City Snapshot

Population

249,545

County

Forsyth County

Timezone

America/New_York

Median Income

$61,229

Quick Numbers

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City View Volunteer Fire Department, Inc.

Griffith Volunteer Fire Department

Gumtree Fire & Rescue

Wallburg Fire Department, Inc.

Forest Hill Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue

Forsyth County Fire Department

City of Winston-Salem Fire Department

Mineral Springs Volunteer Fire & Rescue, Inc.

This Week

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Greensboro Groove vs. Jacksonville Waves

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Mayhem Monster Truck Tour

2026-06-13 at 10:00 PM

Extreme Dwarfanator Wrestling

2026-06-14

Greensboro Grasshoppers vs. Wilmington Blue Rocks

2026-06-14

Community Leaders

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Thom Tillis

U.S. Senator

Republican Party

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Ted Budd

U.S. Senator

Republican Party

Josh Stein
Josh Stein

Governor

Democratic Party