Resources

So you’re moving to Winston-Salem? Let MyWinston-Salem.com be the first to put out the welcome mat. Welcome to Winston-Salem! Here is a moving checklist of useful resources to help you get settled in. Let us know about your experience with any of these companies and services, and any others you would recommend, in the comments below to help out your future fellow Winston-Salemites.

Leaf collection is performed in three rounds by city quadrants in a clockwise direction, beginning simultaneously in two different quadrants of Winston-Salem. The collection will then proceed clockwise by quadrants until the leaf trucks have made three passes through each.

Now, there is a new, easy way to reach Winston-Salem’s City Link. Text 855-481-Link. The text option is a convenient way to contact the city with questions about such things as missed garbage or recycling collections, damaged or stolen garbage or recycling carts, and dead animals to be collected.

Is Winston-Salem recycling too confusing? Here’s curbside pickup schedules and a list of things you can (and cannot) recycle.

You’ve probably seen the ads, or maybe a neighbor’s home security yard sign caught your attention. Home security companies (and supposed deals) are everywhere these days! Unfortunately our beloved city does not have the lowest of crime rates, and if you’re here because you recently suffered a break-in, we’re sorry you had to go through such a traumatic experience. The good news is, armed with the right home security knowledge, you can significantly reduce your chances of a break-in recurring.

The presidential election every four years brings out the most voters, but still, only 58% of eligible Americans voted in the 2016 election. Read this quick and easy Forsyth County NC Election Guide so you are educated and ready to speak up for what you believe in on Election Day.

I love the first signs of Christmas in Winston-Salem, NC, when Moravian stars light up porches, line the streets of downtown, and a giant 31-foot Moravian star is installed atop the tower of Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center, shining like a beacon. Ever wonder about the origins of the star?

Parents in Winston-Salem have a range of educational options for their children, including public schools, private schools, charter schools and even home schooling, which is legal in North Carolina. But with so many choices, it can be tough to decide which is best for a child’s individual needs. The decision isn’t always as simple as

Winston-Salem has joined the ranks of many cities and universities around the country by adding a bike share system to our urban environment. This system, known as Zagster, provides an opportunity for residents and visitors alike to rent bikes to use around town. Let’s jump on and learn more about this new fun local adventure…

Today’s job market is tougher than ever, especially for those without the high-tech skills employers are often seeking in the current economy. In Part 3 of our Helping Hands series, we have compiled a list of the local resources that are available for people who are seeking a little step up towards gaining their GED and/or the specific job training or computer skills needed to become a better candidate for work in our local market…