🌱 Woman Arrested For Fatal Crash + WSFCS Teacher Residency Program

Hello, neighbors. I'm back with your new edition of the Winston-Salem Patch newsletter, fresh off the presses.

But first, your local weather:

• Friday: Mostly sunny and nice. High: 74 Low: 58.
• Saturday: Cloudy with a thunderstorm. High: 80 Low: 60.

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

1. An arrest has been made in connection with a fatal crash in Winston-Salem that occurred on Pleasant Street, resulting in one fatality. On Wednesday, the driver, 39-year-old Courtney Watson, lost control of the vehicle, causing it to tip over and come to rest upside down. Watson fled the scene but was located shortly after, and she is now facing charges including felony death by a motor vehicle and hit and run. (WXII12)
2. Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools has been approved for a Teacher Residency program, allowing individuals with bachelor's degrees to teach in the district while earning a salary and a teaching license. The program begins with a five-week summer intensive training, followed by full-time teaching and licensure-specific coursework, with weekly cohort meetings. The district aims to provide support and mentorship to beginning teachers, especially those without an education degree, to help them develop the necessary skills and provide better outcomes for students. (WFDD)
3. Sabrey Smith in nearby High Point has made it onto the heart transplant list after living with a heart pump for almost seven years. Smith suffered a blood clot in 2013 and was diagnosed with congestive heart failure not long after. Smith was living in Houston, Texas, at the time, working two jobs, and mourning her late son. Smith lived with a left ventricle assist device for two years before discovering she had breast cancer. She is waiting for a call to receive a new heart and will go directly to Duke University Hospital when she does. (WGHP FOX8 Greensboro)

Today and tomorrow in Winston-Salem:

Friday, May 19

• Greek Orthodox Church & Greek Festival At Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church (10:00 AM)

Saturday, May 20

• Fairgrounds Farmer's Market At Dixie Classic Fair Grounds (6:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• A dog named Norah escaped from her collar during a veterinary visit on May 17 in Winston-Salem near Reynolda Road and Polo Road. The owner is asking the public to help find Norah, who is a tan and black 75-pound female German shepherd with floppy ears. (Winston-Salem, NC - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets via Facebook)
• Winston-Salem's police and fire departments held First Responders Night at Truist Stadium yesterday, May 18. The event included recruiting for both city departments during the Winston-Salem Dash game. (City of Winston-Salem, NC - Government via Facebook)
• Cobblestone Farmers Market shared their appreciation for the local Fair Share Farm on Facebook, which opened its barn store on May 13 to sell directly from the farm three days a week. (Cobblestone Farmers Market via Facebook)

Alrighty, you're all caught up for today. I'll be back in your inbox soon with another 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.