Triad Summary

In the Piedmont Triad area, multiple significant stories are unfolding. Veterans Day observances are taking place in Kernersville and Oak Ridge, where ceremonies are encouraging attendees to stay warm while honoring those who have served, according to local reports. Meanwhile, a tragic incident in Greensboro has led to the arrest of Brian Parker Bigelow, who has been charged with first-degree murder following the death of a woman after an assault on Mayfair Avenue.

In community news, the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools district has received nearly six million dollars in donations from community fundraising efforts, aiding them as they navigate a budget crisis. Nonprofits in the Triad are stepping up to provide food and shelter to families affected by the first major cold snap of the season, which has been compounded by delays or reductions in SNAP benefits for many families according to reports.

Traffic safety remains a pressing issue as Greensboro city leaders have launched the '49 Cones, 49 Lives' campaign to highlight the 49 traffic deaths in the city within 2024. This initiative kicked off Safe Streets Week with a display honoring the victims and unveiling plans for stronger safety measures. In another safety-related incident, US 29 North in Greensboro reopened after a crash that resulted in injuries, highlighting ongoing traffic issues in the region.

On a more positive note, a Greensboro resident recently celebrated a significant win, taking home over $175,000 after purchasing a winning scratch-off lottery ticket at a local Harris Teeter. In a different vein, the city has activated a White Flag response for freezing temperatures, signaling its commitment to keeping vulnerable populations safe during the cold nights ahead.

The HanesBrands holiday warehouse sale is returning to Winston-Salem, promising a boost to local business as the holiday season approaches. However, the Winston-Salem homeless center is stepping back from administering citywide permanent housing programs, shifting its focus to providing emergency shelter and supportive resources instead.

Additionally, a high-speed chase in Winston-Salem has resulted in an arrest, with the suspect facing charges for assaulting an officer. In ongoing public safety concerns, the police are also investigating a missing 15-year-old who was last seen at a party in Winston-Salem two weeks ago.

As winter approaches, meteorologists are forecasting potential flurries in the Triad, with weather patterns shifting to colder temperatures. The community is coming together amidst these cold conditions, as nonprofits and local organizations work to assist those most in need during this challenging weather.