July in the Region: Heat, Hustle, and Heritage | Winston–Salem News

July packed a punch across the region—Nicole Eastman launched her Yadkin Riverkeeper role, while Mocksville welcomed JJ’s Mama’s Soulfood Express. Heat waves turned splashpads into summer hubs, and Wake Forest hoops and Bowman Gray’s demolition derbies kept fans roaring. Communities rallied for Fourth of July festivities, including a historic time capsule unearthing in Sylvan, and Shavon Revel Jr. ignited young athletes at Reagan High. The International Black Theatre Festival shone with talent and tribute. Yet challenges lingered: a water main break disrupted Forsyth, and Rural Hall cheered as commissioners blocked a data center rezoning. From environmental action to local flavor and resilience, July was a month of vibrant motion and community spirit. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/bf2da7c0fa8c80df