The hydroponic greenhouse and the headquarters of its new manager, H.O.P.E of Winston-Salem, are located steps from each other in Kimberley Park. AMY DIAZ/WFDD
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The greenhouse while under construction in 2020. APRIL LAISSLE/WFDD
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The greenhouse remained vacant in the summer of 2021. APRIL LAISSLE/WFDD
April Laissle is a senior reporter and editor at WFDD. Her work has been featured on several national news programs and recognized by the Public Media Journalists Association and the Radio Television Digital News Association. Before joining WFDD in 2019, she worked at public radio stations in Ohio and California.
Eddie Garcia is WFDD’s News Director. He is responsible for planning coverage, editing stories, and leading an award-winning news team as it serves the station’s 32-county listening area. He joined WFDD as an audio production intern in 2007 and went on to hold various roles, including producer, Triad Arts Weekend co-host, reporter, and managing editor. When he’s not working, Eddie enjoys spending time with his family, playing guitar, and watching films.