Forsyth County, North Carolina

Emergency Rental
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Commissioners and Manager

Forsyth County holding virtual meeting on applying for Rescue Plan funds on July 28

Published by Todd Luck / July 23, 2021

Forsyth County Government will hold its next virtual meeting on how local organizations can apply for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds on July 28 at 2 p.m.

Sheriff

The 2021 Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) for FCSO and WSPD

Published by Christina Howell / July 16, 2021

The 2021 Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) is $237,492, which will be shared equally between the Forsyth County Sheriff's Office and Winston Salem Police Department.

Public Health

Forsyth Public Health to give $25 cash card with COVID vaccinations starting July 20

Published by Todd Luck / July 16, 2021

The Forsyth County Department of Public Health will begin offering $25 Summer Cards on July 20 to anyone 18 and older who receives their first dose of COVID-19 vaccine or who drives someone to receive their first dose. This will include vaccinations at the Public Health Department and at Rupert Bell Park next Saturday, July 24.

Cooperative Extension

Harmful Algal Blooms: What to Know

Published by Phyllis Smith / July 9, 2021

Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs) are becoming more frequent during summer months in North Carolina. Learn how to keep pets and people safe.

Department of Social Services

Transportation available for rent assistance application lab

Published by Todd Luck / July 7, 2021

Forsyth County Department of Social Services is offering transportation to residents who need to visit the Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) Application Lab, located in the DSS building, 741 Highland Ave.