🌱 Police Search For Dollar Tree Robber + Fundraiser For Lost Teen

Hello again, everybody! It's me, Michelle Paul, your host of the Winston-Salem Patch newsletter. Follow along for everything you need to know about what's going on around town.

But first, your local weather:

• Monday: Cloudy, a t-storm; warmer. High: 69 Low: 58.
• Tuesday: Cloudy with a shower in spots. High: 72 Low: 58.

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

1. Winston-Salem police are searching for a suspect who is accused of robbing a Dollar Tree store this past Saturday. The suspect reportedly entered the Dollar Tree on the 3000 block of Waughtown Street and showed a pistol as they robbed the business. The suspect was last seen running through the parking lot and escaping the scene in a silver sedan. If you or anyone you know may have any information on the suspect please contact the Winston-Salem Police Department or Crime Stoppers. (WXII12 Winston-Salem)
2. A Thomasville mother organized a fundraiser on Saturday to pay tribute to her 15-year-old son, who tragically lost his life in a shooting the previous week. Kimberly Redwine Turner expressed her deep sorrow over the incident, emphasizing the importance of teaching children about gun safety. The event included a benefit ride and various activities, such as food, merchandise sales, and a raffle, to raise funds for Dallas Redwine's funeral expenses and honor his memory. (WXII12 Winston-Salem)
3. Noree L. Staton, 19, of High Point, is facing new charges after being accused of peeping in the women's bathroom at a nearby Food Lion supermarket last week. This adds to the list of businesses that Staton has now been banned from over the past few weeks, including a Harris Teeter store, Target, Waffle House, and YMCA. Although he isn't facing charges at any of the establishments other than Harris Teeter and Food Lion, officers are making a point to have members of the community aware of his recent habits and are requesting to be alerted if anything else occurs. He is currently out on bond and scheduled to appear before a court for his most recent charge. (Subscription: The Charlotte Observer)

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Today and tomorrow in Winston-Salem:

Monday, May 29

• Gentle Mat Yoga At Shepherd’s Center-Greater Winston (11:15 AM)
• Line Dancing: Beginners At Martin L. King, Jr. Community Center (12:45 PM)
• Line Dancing: Advanced At Martin L. King, Jr. Community Center (2:00 PM)

Tuesday, May 30

• Quilting Class At Georgia E. Taylor Neighborhood Center (9:00 AM)
• Finance Committee Budget Workshop At Council Chamber (4:00 PM)
• Chess Program At Old Town Neighborhood Center (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Join Forsyth County on Jun. 6 for the Summer Reading Kick-Off right at the Central Library for an exciting event. Bring a blanket and snacks for a day filled with music, community support resources, and activities made for children and adults alike to enjoy, the kick-off begins at 6:00 p.m. (Forsyth County Public Library, Winston-Salem, NC via Facebook)
• This is a friendly reminder that this is the last chance to have your pet featured on the 2024 Pet Calendar. Get your photos and captions into the Forsyth Humane Society's website and reserve your days to have your pet featured, the deadline is May 31 so you have to act now before it's too late! (Forsyth Humane Society via Facebook)
• The Winston-Salem Police Department continues to work daily on keeping the streets of Winston-Salem safe for all those in the community. Another day of work cleaning up the city and making sure that nothing harms those in the city. (Winston-Salem Police Department via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Monday off right. I'll see you soon!

— 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.