🌱 WSPD Begins Homicide Investigation In Teen's Death + AI & Ads

Hello, friends! It's me, Michelle Paul, your host of the Winston-Salem Patch newsletter — here to impart all the most important things happening in the community.

But first, your local weather:

• Monday: A couple of morning t-storms. High: 81 Low: 58.
• Tuesday: Mostly sunny and delightful. High: 78 Low: 58.

Here are the top stories in Winston-Salem today:

1. The Winston-Salem Police Department has begun a homicide investigation regarding the death of a 16-year-old boy who was shot and killed on the night of Saturday, Jun. 10. At roughly 9:50 p.m. that evening, officers were called to the area of Ashley Crossing and Morgan Circle after reports of gunshots. On arrival, police found Trevon Mitchell of Kernersville, 16, lying in the parking lot suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Mitchell was unfortunately pronounced dead at the scene, and the Criminal Investigations Division is currently investigating, but police say Mitchell appears to have been the "intended target" of the shooting. (My Fox 8)
2. In an effort to keep ahead of the curve in the rapidly evolving advertising and marketing industry, The Variable, a Winston-Salem advertising agency, has acquired the advanced analytics and AI firm, Data Crunch. The acquisition aims to reinforce the agency's capabilities with data-driven solutions and artificial intelligence, enabling them to deliver more complex and effective strategies for their clients, including major brands like NAPA Auto Parts, Electrolux, and Nestlé. (Winston-Salem Journal)
3. Former Vice President Mike Pence, now a newly announced Republican presidential candidate, brought his conservative evangelism to nearby Greensboro on Saturday, emphasizing his intent to offer "new leadership" based on conservative principles in the face of current political crises he attributes to President Joe Biden. Amidst the turbulence of the recent federal indictment of his former boss, Donald Trump, Pence's call for "different leadership" was somewhat overshadowed by expectations for his reaction to Trump's legal predicament and its implications for the 2024 election. Addressing the indictment, Pence expressed deep concern over its potential to divide the country and called on Attorney General Merrick Garland to unseal the indictment and provide an explanation for its issuance, pledging that, if elected, he would restore confidence in the Department of Justice. (WGHP FOX8 Greensboro)

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Today and tomorrow in Winston-Salem:

Monday, June 12

• HELPS (Healthy Exercise and Lifestyle Programs) Exercise Program At The HELPS Gym Facility (6:00 AM)
• Warm Water Exercise At Senior Services, Inc. (8:00 AM)
• Line Dancing - Beginners - Winston-Salem Parks and Rec At The Martin L. King, Jr. Community Center (12:45 PM)

Tuesday, June 13

• Farmer's Market At The Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center (All day)
• Liberty St. Urban Farmers Market At 1551 N. Liberty St. (2:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• A nearby High Point donut joint run by an 11-year-old, Fisher Carter, hosted a fundraising event in Jonesville! Quote Carter: "The main goal for me is to ... franchise it out ... But if I get a building that can help a lot for me to be more efficient." (My Fox 8)
• A large tree that fell the night of Wednesday, Jun. 7, blocked a road in the West End neighborhood, bringing down power lines as well in the area surrounding Hawthorne Road, with no injuries reported. The West End neighborhood road reopened early Thursday morning and regular electrical service has since resumed. (WXII)
• The Winston-Salem Theatre Alliance was thrilled to announce on Friday, Jun. 9, that The Prom has finally begun showing! Tickets are available at the link. (Winston-Salem Theatre Alliance via Facebook)

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Monday off right! See you all soon for 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.