After more than 11 years on the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners, Chairman Don Martin has announced he will retire effective July 31, citing a promise made to his wife to step away from public life upon turning 75. In announcing his departure, Martin reflected on major accomplishments during his tenure, including school funding initiatives, capital improvement projects, economic development successes, and the county’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more about Martin’s legacy, his reflections on public service, and what comes next for the Board of Commissioners.
WS Chronicle
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — After more than a decade of public service, Forsyth County Commissioner Don Martin announced today June 11, 2026 that he will retire from the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners effective July 31…