🌱 Transit Authority Addressing Safety Concerns + Violent Carjacking

Hello, hello. Michelle Paul here with your fresh copy of the Winston-Salem Patch newsletter, full of all the things you need to know about what's going on in town.

But first, your local weather:

• Wednesday: Mostly cloudy. High: 84 Low: 61.
• Thursday: Some sun, a t-shower in spots. High: 84 Low: 63.

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

1. The Winston-Salem Transit Authority is addressing safety concerns at the Clark Campbell Transportation Center following reports of uncomfortable and unsafe situations. Proposed safety revisions, including the installation of metal detectors, granting security personnel arrest authority, and implementing a new code of conduct, were presented during a recent meeting. The proposals will undergo approval processes by the Transit Authority Board and City Council, with the installation of safety features anticipated to begin in the fall of 2023 if approved. (Fox 8)
2. A carjacking incident occurred in Winston-Salem when two masked and armed men approached Anna Castro-Amaya in a parking lot near her home. They threatened her with a gun and demanded her to exit the vehicle. Castro-Amaya captured a video of the suspects fleeing in her stolen 2012 purple Nissan Rogue, and she emphasized the need for increased police presence at night for community safety. The Winston-Salem Police are seeking information from the public regarding the incident and the whereabouts of the stolen vehicle. (Queen City News)
3. Kenneth Cox, the man charged with felony concealment of human remains in connection to the 2019 murder of Aaron Wood in Winston-Salem, appeared in court and requested a lower bond, which was denied. The remains believed to be Wood's were found on a farm on Everidge Road after a five-day investigation. The Chief of Police and District Attorney stated that the current owners of the property were not involved in Wood's disappearance, and the investigation's completion status has not been disclosed. (WXII 12)

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Today and tomorrow in Winston-Salem:

Wednesday, June 14

• Adult Coloring At The Shepherd's Center (1:30 PM)
• Community Game Night At Miller Park Community Center (6:00 PM)

Thursday, June 15

• Amplify: A Local Music Series At 251 North Spruce Street (7:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Kaleideum in Winston-Salem is hosting a new dinosaur exhibit called "Dino Discovery" for summer entertainment. They are also offering summer camp opportunities for interested participants. You can learn more here. (WXII 12)
• Alicia Bailey has been appointed as the new Executive Principal of Leadership Development and School Transformation. Bailey started working for Winston-Salem/Forsyth County school system in 1995 and has held various roles. Congratulations! (Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools via Facebook)
• Meet Bo, a senior dog searching for his fur-ever home. You can contact the Forsyth Humane Society via email at adoptions@forsythhumane.org to learn more about Bo. (Forsyth Humane Society via Facebook)

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Wednesday. I'll see you around!

— 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.