FROM THE MAYOR

Greetings from the Town of Stokesdale! Centrally located in the Piedmont Triad region, Stokesdale is a short drive from Greensboro, Winston-Salem and High Point, which gives our citizens the advantage of living in a small town while being minutes away from city conveniences and recreational opportunities.

A predominately rural community with a long history of farming and agriculture, Stokesdale has a historic central business district which is seeing a welcome revitalization, a growing industrial and manufacturing base, attractive commercial developments, a renowned winery (Stonefield Cellars) and all the charm and character associated with a small town.

And, we’re just a short drive to Belews Lake, where boating, fishing and many other water activities can be enjoyed year-round on a beautiful 3,800-acre lake. Our population continues to grow and the latest census estimates we’re now at 6,000 residents. Our public water system has helped foster growth and we continue to evaluate our infrastructure needs.

The 21.4 square miles included in the incorporated area of the Town is intersected by three major highways, U.S. 158, N.C. 68, and N.C. 65. Part of the Town borders a fourth major highway, Interstate 73. In 2021, a new and expanded Bi-Rite grocery store held its grand opening, one block east of its previous location. We also saw the beginning of several new residential communities and a new large industrial development just north of our town limits.

Our town hall and community park were built on a 25-acre tract adjacent to our elementary school, and we have three walking trails, soccer fields and other recreational facilities for our residents. A 9+-acre tract adjacent to the existing park was purchased in 2021 for future expansion. A small community park near downtown supplements our town park.

Our youth athletic program is operated and staffed by volunteers and offers soccer, baseball and basketball.

Stokesdale Elementary School, Northwest Middle and Northwest Senior High schools are consistently rated among the best in North Carolina. Best of all, our town has no property tax, nor any town debt, which is a testimony to the stewardship of our past and present town councils.

We invite you to visit our town and enjoy some real Southern hospitality – and who knows, you just might want to stay!

Mayor

Mike Crawford

(336) 337-1071 mcrawford@ stokesdale.org

4-year term ends 2025