🌱 Annual ALS Walk Surpasses Goal + Forsyth Teen Learns To Walk Again

Good morning, everybody! I'm back with your new edition of the Winston-Salem Patch newsletter, fresh off the presses. Let's get this Monday started off right with a quick dive into everything you need to know about what's happening in town these days.

But first, your local weather:

• Monday: Mostly cloudy and cool. High: 63 Low: 47.
• Tuesday: Partial sunshine. High: 64 Low: 44.

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Here are the top three stories in Winston-Salem today:

1. This past weekend the Annual Spring Walk to Defeat ALS returned and it easily surpassed its goal set for the day. This year's event was the biggest one the city has had since beginning the annual walk, the walk surpassed its goal early on by more than $10,000. The local chapter's president was inspired to make a difference in the fight when he lost his mother to the condition and he continues to fight for a cure. (WXII12 Winston-Salem)
2. A drive-by shooting occurred on Saturday near the 1600 block of West Northwest Boulevard, police found one victim at the scene. Winston-Salem police responded to the scene around 12:40 p.m. After receiving reports of shots fired in the area, officers arrived to find a man suffering from a superficial wound to the right arm. Investigators were told the victim was sitting in a car when unknown suspects drove by and began to shoot, in addition to the victim being shot an apartment building was also hit but no one was additionally injured. The investigation is ongoing. (WGHP FOX8 Greensboro)
3. After four years of battling and rehabbing, Salem Collins is finally able to walk again after being diagnosed with complex regional pain syndrome or "suicide disease." The Forsyth County teen was first diagnosed at age 11 and she had to undergo intense treatment and therapy in Arkansas at a specialized clinic. What started out as a wishful hope became a great reality when her parents were able to see her walk again and take back her life where she left off. Salem and her family want to thank everyone who donated to help afford her treatment as they made all the difference. (WGHP FOX8 Greensboro)

Today and tomorrow in Winston-Salem:

Monday, May 1

• Siren Series Jazz At Footnote Coffee & Cocktails (6:00 PM)

Tuesday, May 2

• Quilting Class At Georgia E. Taylor Neighborhood Center (9:00 AM)
• Healthy, Wealthy & Wise W/ The Parenting Path At Wise Man Brewing (4:00 PM)
• Laser Specials And More In The Planetarium At Kaleideum North (4:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Stop by Ssalefish Comics this coming Saturday on Free Comic Book Day to receive your copy. A free comic can accompany you to the concert being held for the Music of Star Wars Day! (Winston-Salem Symphony via Facebook)
• This May you will have the chance to see "The Color Purple" live at the Winston Salem Theatre Alliance. You can start making your reservations and buying tickets online by clicking here; there are multiple show dates listed in case you cannot make the first show. (Winston-Salem Theatre Alliance via Facebook)
• Just because the Forsyth County Public Library is closed doesn't mean you can't access anything. You can check out all the digital resources from the comfort of your home here. (Forsyth County Public Library, Winston-Salem, NC via Facebook)

That's it for today! See you all soon for your next update.

— Michelle Paul

About me: Michelle Paul is a Utah-based writer and photographer with a professional background in content management and registered nursing. When not working on projects ranging from photo editing to copywriting, they enjoy traveling, video games, and expanding their skills.