A list showcasing the nation’s most vibrant and livable small to mid-sized cities ranks Winston-Salem among the 2025 Top 100 Best Places to Live, by Livability.com. Livability’s algorithm evaluates nearly 100 data points across eight key categories: economy, housing and cost of living, amenities, transportation, environment, safety, education and health. Over 2,000 cities with populations… Read More »
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Winston-Salem Ranked a Best Place to Live
Senior Academy Graduates Prepare for Next Chapter at Forsyth Tech
Forsyth Technical Community College is proud to announce that graduates from Senior Academy– a mentorship program for students – have been invited to continue their educational journeys at Forsyth Tech upon graduation from high school. This exciting news highlights the effective collaboration among Greater Winston-Salem Inc., Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools, and Forsyth Tech, through Forsyth Works… Read More »
Reynolds American Inc. to Expand Production and Add Jobs in Forsyth County
We are excited to congratulate the Reynolds American organization, one of Forsyth County’s largest employers, as it expands production and adds jobs at a local facility that manufactures multiple categories of tobacco and nicotine products. Hundreds of new jobs will be added at the Reynolds Operations Center in Tobaccoville to accommodate for the increased production… Read More »
Setting the Pace for 2025
Winston-Salem’s momentum continues to build in 2025 as we set the pace strong in the first quarter. With 81 active economic development projects and a 30% growth in project intake this quarter, our community is attracting new opportunities and investment. Our region’s strong business climate is reinforced by a recent ranking finding North Carolina as… Read More »
Greater Winston-Salem Inc. Announces State of the Economy featuring North Carolina Governor Josh Stein
Greater Winston-Salem Inc. invites our members and community to gain insights on North Carolina’s leading issues while hearing from North Carolina Governor Josh Stein at the State of the Economy presented by Reynolds American Inc. State of the EconomyTuesday, April 22 | 11:30am-1:00pm | Benton Convention Center Assuming office in 2025, Governor Stein serves as… Read More »
Forsyth Tech Chosen for Education Design Lab’s Reimagining Community College Design Challenge
Education Design Lab has convened five community colleges across the U.S. to develop and implement strategic plans aimed at transforming their institutions and improving economic outcomes for learners. Forsyth Technical Community College has been selected as one of five institutions nationwide to participate in Education Design Lab’s (the Lab) Reimagining Community College Design Challenge, a… Read More »