A new study led by Wake Forest University researchers finds e-cigarette taxes reduce teen vaping overall but do not affect usage rates among stressed LGBQ youth. The findings suggest policy makers should consider tailored approaches when addressing teen nicotine use.

This former Forsyth County high school star set for games on Tuesday, April 14.

Medicaid payments associated with Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment in Winston Salem rose 209% in 2024, indicating notable shifts in service utilization and payment structures.

Providers in Germanton billed $84,846 to Medicaid for services under the National Codes Established for State Medicaid Agencies in 2024, representing a 5.2% increase from the prior year.

The Carolina University Bruins baseball team swept Fisher College during their weekend series at Rich Park. Strong offensive performances led by Ty Vespe and Danny Gonzalez contributed to decisive wins as they prepare for upcoming road games.

Medicaid payments linked to the Drugs Administered Other than Oral Method category in Kernersville surged by 14125.3% in 2024, underscoring major shifts in service use and reimbursement practices.

Medicaid payments for the Temporary National Codes (Non-Medicare) group in Rural Hall grew by 167.2% in 2024, signaling shifts in local health care billing and reimbursement trends.

The Carolina University Bruins Softball team lost both games against Montreat College in a recent doubleheader. Interim Head Coach Danielle Brooks highlighted areas for improvement ahead of their next matchup with Greensboro College.

These former Forsyth County area high school standouts will be competing during the week of Monday, April 13.

The Carolina University Bruins Baseball Team swept Fisher College during their recent doubleheader at Rich Park. Strong performances from players like Chandler Smithart helped secure both wins as they advance further into their conference schedule.

On Sunday, April 12, these former Forsyth County area high school stars will be competing.

These former Forsyth County area high school standouts will be competing on Saturday, April 11.

The Piedmont Earth Day Fair is set for April 18 at Winston-Salem Fairgrounds. City departments will showcase their work in environmental stewardship through exhibits and activities. The event underscores ongoing efforts by local government in sustainability.

Wake Forest University has appointed scientist Alan Townsend as director of its Andrew Sabin Family Center for Environment and Sustainability. Townsend brings extensive leadership experience from major universities nationwide. He aims to advance solutions-focused environmental research through collaboration.

Gio Nikolaishvili has co-authored an article in Nature focused on replicability in social science research. The study supports greater transparency and methodological rigor across academic disciplines.

The Carolina University Bruins softball team’s win streak ended after losses against Georgia Gwinnett on April 8. Interim Head Coach Danielle Brooks praised her team’s effort and focus on improvement for upcoming games.

City departments are set to join residents at this year’s Piedmont Earth Day Fair with educational booths covering sustainability topics ranging from recycling tips to green space access. The event takes place April 18 at Winston-Salem Fairgrounds.

Winston-Salem has launched City of Arts in Bloom featuring arts-inspired community programs centered around a new public sculpture project. The initiative includes workshops with local partners beginning at this year’s Piedmont Earth Day Fair. Officials say it highlights civic engagement…

These former Forsyth County area high school athletes will take part in events on Friday, April 10.

Keep Winston-Salem Beautiful will hold its annual community cleanup event on April 11 at two local parks as part of a national initiative leading up to America’s semiquincentennial celebration. Volunteers are invited to participate after registering online.