Forsyth County, North Carolina

Latest News & Highlights

Board of Elections

Early Voting now open for the March 3 primary

Published by Todd Luck / February 25, 2020

Early voting is happening now for the March 3 primary and runs from Thursday, Feb. 13, through Saturday, Feb. 29.

Forsyth County

Learn about the ¼ Cent Sales Tax for teachers on the primary ballot

Published by Todd Luck / February 25, 2020

During this year’s primary, voters have the chance to weigh in on a ¼ cent county sales that is estimated to bring in more than $13 million for teacher supplements.

Cooperative Extension

FREE Turkey Hunting Seminar

Published by Phyllis B. Smith / February 24, 2020

A seminar on a wide ranger of topics for both novice and experienced hunters will take place Tuesday, March 3, from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. at N.C Cooperatvie Extension, Forsyth County Center, 1450 Fairchild Road, Winston-Salem. Registration required. Go to ncwildlife.org/sbs.

Cooperative Extension

Online Beginner Beekeeping Course Now Available!

Published by Phyllis B. Smith / February 24, 2020

Join the N.C. State Apiculture Program for a three-week online Beginning Beekeeper Course, featuring weekly live discussions with Dr. David Tarpy, N.C. State Apiculturist. The first session will be available on Wednesday, March 11, 2020, with additional sessions on March 18 and 25. Participants can work at their own pace between sessions. Go to https://www.ncsuapiculture.net/online-classes for details on cost.

Cooperative Extension

Come Meet Your Farmer and CSA Sign Up Day

Published by Mary Jac Brennan / February 21, 2020

Have you ever wondered what local food products our local farmers are growing and producing? Meet Your Farmer CSA Sign Up Day is being held at Forsyth County Government Center, 201 N. Chestnut Street, on March 5 from 10:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. Come meet some of our local farmers, learn about on-farm agritourism events, and sign up for a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) box filled with fresh, locally grown produce. Parking is available in the Government Center parking deck.