First and Main

First and Main Ep15 - 250th Anniversary of Independence

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Host Katie Gore speaks with Jacob Crews from Historic Bethabara Park about the history of the Revolution in Winston-Salem, as well as events going on here to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary.

Plan a visit to Old Salem on the 4th: oldsalem.org/independence-day-celebration

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First and Main, Ep 14: Neighborhood Services Workshops

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Host Katie Gore speaks with Shawn Helm from Neighborhood Services and Code Enforcement about how the city helps residents keep their neighborhoods clean and beautiful.

How to report a code violation:

Call CityLink at 311 or 336-727-8000

Or use the Winston-Salem Online Reporting Tool

Come learn how the Neighborhood Services Department assists with code enforcement concerns, homeowner lending opportunities, affordable housing questions, and more. Meet one on one with experts at this open house series!

Drop by an open house on the following days between 6-7 p.m.:

Monday, May 18, Minnie Lee Davis Harris Community Center, 2020 E. 14th St.Tuesday,

May 19, Sprague Street Community Center, 1350 E. Sprague St.Wednesday,

May 20, Hanes Hosiery Community Center, 501 Reynolds Rd.Thursday,

May 21, Carl Russell Community Center, 3521 Carver School Rd.

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First and Main, Ep 13: Pools, Parks, & Camps

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Host Katie Gore speaks with Leah Friend from Rec and Parks about how residents can enjoy the city’s pools, swim lessons, summer camps, venues for rent, and much more.

Find a Rec and Parks location or activity!

https://www.cityofws.org/827/Recreation-Parks

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You Gotta Have Art (Public Art Commission)

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Host Brandii Little speaks with Erica Palmiter of the Public Art Commission about how art revitalizes our city and sparks economic growth. Erica highlights current art projects, including the new dandelion project being installed along Salem Parkway, and talks about how artists can apply for upcoming projects.

Visit the Art Commission website

https://www.cityofws.org/1267/Public-Art-Commission

Learn about public art in progress:

https://www.cityofws.org/3600/Public-Art-in-Progress

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First and Main: Creek Week Fun!

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0500

Host Brandii Little speaks with Kaitlin Chamberlain about the opportunities during Creek Week for all ages to enjoy nature, learn about ecology, and even do some great volunteer work that protects the waterways and wildlife we all enjoy.

Find an activity!

https://forsythcreekweek.org/events/month/2026-03/

Learn more!

forsythcreekweek.org

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First and Main: Walk of Fame

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 13:00:00 -0500

Brandii speaks with Sue Spainhour from Marketing and Communications about the city’s Arts, Culture, and Entertainment Memorial Walk of Fame, celebrating homegrown artists and contributors to the arts. Listen and learn how to nominate your favorite candidate and honor their legacy.

Learn more:

Arts, Culture, and Entertainment Memorial Walk of Fame

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Hashtags: #WinstonSalemNC #DTWS #WalkOfFameWSNC #WSNCArts #ArtsDistrictWSNC #SupportLocalArt #ArtsAndCulture #NCArtists

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First and Main: Planning and Development

Fri, 02 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0500

Host Brandii Little sits down with Matthew Burczyk from Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Planning and Development Services to discuss an upcoming series of meetings on proposed land uses and how citizens can make their voices heard on uses that affect their communities.

Learn more about land use plans and how to get involved at forward2045.com

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First and Main: Christmas Tree Lighting

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 17:00:00 -0500

Brandii speaks with Katie Gore from Marketing and Communications, and Keith Finch from Vegetation Management about this year’s Christmas tree lighting in Corpening Plaza downtown on December 6th.

Find out everything that goes into getting this 1200 pound tree put up, lit, and prepared for our holiday celebration!

First and Main: Historic Resources

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 17:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Host Brandii Little sits down with Isabel Coletti of the city’s Planning and Development Department to talk about how she and her team help preserve our city’s cultural heritage, including through the Historic Resources Commission, the Heritage Neighborhoods Program, and those fascinating historic markers you see around town.

Apply for an Historic Marker!

https://www.cityofws.org/1366/Historic-Recognition-Committee

Find great research resources for a marker:

https://www.digitalnc.org/ (digital archives and newspapers)

https://ncarchitects.lib.ncsu.edu/ (about builders and architects)

https://www.forsyth.cc/library/nccollection.aspx (library resources - some used on site only)

Learn more about the Historic Resources Commission or contact its staff:

https://www.cityofws.org/1430/Historic-Resources-Commission

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First and Main: Economic Development

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 08:00:00 -0400

Guest Host Serena Mumford is joined by Steven Harris, and Jakira Westbrook of the Office of Economic Development, and former restaurateur and current City Council Member, Vivián Joiner (South Ward) to talk about the programs the city offers to assist business owners and entrepreneurs, and the M/WBE program to assist women and minority groups.

To learn more about these programs, visit https://www.cityofws.org/347/Economic-Development

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First and Main: Carolina Classic Fair

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Join guest host Serena Mumford and guests Cheryle Hartley and Lili Craven to talk about putting on this year’s Carolina Classic Fair from October 3-12. Between live music, unique food, agriculture, livestock, and exciting rides, there’s a lot to talk about!

For tickets visit: carolinaclassicfair.com/tickets/

For information and select rules visit: carolinaclassicfair.com/general-info/

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First and Main: Police Recruiting

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0400

Host Brandii Little is joined by Captain Jack Swaim of the Winston-Salem Police Department to talk about the department’s recruiting efforts. That’s right, WSPD is hiring new officers! Captain Swaim breaks down the department’s best in class training, the competitive pay and benefits, and much more.

Want to apply or learn more? Click here: https://joinwspdnow.org/

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First and Main: Transportation

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Host Brandii Little is joined by the city’s Director of Transportation, Jeff Fansler, to talk about the roll out of the new parking app, Pay by Phone, and to share updates on the new Multi Use Path, changes to traffic patterns on Liberty and Main streets, and safety upgrades to crosswalks at University Parkway and Coliseum Drive.

Helpful resources mentioned in this episode:

Download the new parking app, Pay By Phone, on the App Store or the Google Play Store.

Detailed instructions on setting up and using the app can be found here.

To pay for parking using a phone (instead of the app) call: 888 680-7275

To give feedback to the city on transportation planning or issues, contact City Link:

By Phone: Dial 311.
By Text: Text 855-481-LINK.
Mobile App: Download "CityLink 311" from the App Store, the Google Play Store or download the app from the City of Winston-Salem's website.

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First and Main: CWSU

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Host Brandii Little sits down with Susan Spainhour of the city’s Marketing and Communications team, and recent CWSU graduate, Yolanda Moses to discuss the City of Winston-Salem University (CWSU) – an educational program designed to help residents gain a better understanding about how city government works and how they can get involved.
The once-a-year, 12-week course is free and meets once a week on Thursdays from 6 to 9 p.m. Classes will be held at City Hall and other locations. The 2025 application process is now open with class beginning on August 21. Class size is limited.
Click here to apply to CWSU:
https://www.cityofws.org/472

Need a paper application? Reach out to City Link
https://www.cityofws.org/172/CityLink

To find out more about the BEAR Team mentioned on this episode, visit
https://www.cityofws.org/3400/Behavioral-Evaluation-Response-Team

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First and Main: Recreation and Parks

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 17:00:00 -0400

Host Brandii Little speaks with Recreation and Parks employees, Heather Candelora and Laura Tanyi about some of the programs their department is offering this summer, including Rock Out the Quarry, swimming, splash pads, senior citizens' exercise programs and more!

Read on for more information and links to topics mentioned in the show:

Rock Out the Quarry - https://www.cityofws.org/3490/Rock-Out-the-Quarry

Find programs for seniors, kids, and more at https://www.cityofws.org/857/Programs-Activities

Pool passes may be purchased and used at any city pool. Cost is $40 for children 17 and under; $60 for 18 and over. To find a pool near you, visit https://www.cityofws.org/Facilities then under 'facilities type', choose ‘Pools and Aquatics’

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