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Kentucky governor joins in support of Rowan County prayer lawsuit

The number of states in support of Rowan County’s religious liberties case continues to grow. On Thursday, Nov. 16, Gov. Matt Bevin of Kentucky joined ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Monday, November 20, 2017 12:10 am

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Southern Rowan Christmas Parade happening Tuesday

CHINA GROVE — China Grove is kicking off the holiday season with its annual Southern Rowan Christmas Parade, hosted just two days before Thanksgiving. The parade ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Monday, November 20, 2017 12:00 am

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Spotlight Talent Show brings out the positive in Salisbury

Dee Neely’s first annual Spotlight Talent Show was full of just that: lots of talent. Read: Lots. With 22 competitors and special performances by four ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Sunday, November 19, 2017 12:05 am

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Landis veteran gives back during Red Kettle Campaign

By Andie Foley andie.foley@salisburypost.com Kathryn McElhannon may have served her country through 13 years in the U.S. Army, but she’s not done yet. This year, ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Sunday, November 19, 2017 12:00 am

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Commissioners to hold public hearing for expansion of local company

By Andie Foley andie.foley@salisburypost.com County commissioners will hold a public hearing Monday on a project that could lead to a $11 million county investment. The ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Sunday, November 19, 2017 12:00 am

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Political Notebook: Reps. Ted Budd, Richard Hudson praise U.S. House tax cut legislation

On Thursday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed major tax legislation by a slim margin and along party lines. The bill, known as the Tax ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Saturday, November 18, 2017 12:00 am

Elections

The votes are in: no changes from Tuesday

SALISBURY — The votes for the 2017 Rowan County municipal elections are in and official. Countywide, the totals did not change from the unofficial count ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Saturday, November 18, 2017 12:00 am

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Public meeting allows residents to weigh in on Julian Road changes

KANNAPOLIS — Big changes are coming to Julian Road, and landowners and residents in the area have mixed feelings. Many voiced either excitement or disdain about ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Wednesday, November 15, 2017 12:00 am

Elections

Only 10 votes separate top contenders in Salisbury election

SALISBURY — In a back room of the Rowan County Board of Elections office, about a dozen people gathered Tuesday to await the final tallies ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Wednesday, November 15, 2017 12:00 am

Kannapolis

Kannapolis looks to the future

KANNAPOLIS – The Kannapolis City Council discussed tentative plans for the future at its meeting Monday night. The discussion follows a broad initiative called “Move Kannapolis ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Tuesday, November 14, 2017 12:00 am

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Political Notebook: Rep. Carl Ford appointed to legislative study committee

North Carolina Rep. Carl Ford has been appointed to a study committee for the Legislative Research Commission. The committee, called the Committee on Dispute Resolution ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Sunday, November 12, 2017 12:05 am

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Gary Barringer named Veteran of the Year

34 years. 11 months. 18 days. This is the amount of time Gary Barringer, of Rockwell, spent in active service between the army and National ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Sunday, November 12, 2017 12:00 am

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Public meeting Tuesday on widening of Julian Road

The North Carolina Department of Transportation will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 14 regarding two upcoming projects in Salisbury. The meeting will take ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Sunday, November 12, 2017 12:00 am

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Tom Harrell inducted into the Order of the Long Leaf Pine

By Andie Foley andie.foley@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — Retired radio professional Tom Harrell was inducted into the Order of the Long Leaf Pine on Tuesday. The award ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Thursday, November 9, 2017 8:00 pm

China Grove

Arthur Heggins to join China Grove town council

CHINA GROVE – In China Grove, three town council slots were filled by two incumbents and one new face. Arthur Heggins, owner of Wash Me ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Wednesday, November 8, 2017 12:00 am

Elections

Kannapolis voters elect three incumbents, one new council member

By Andie Foley andie.foley@salisburypost.com KANNAPOLIS – As the face behind Kannapolis’ bold downtown revitalization effort, Mayor Darrell Hinnant was re-elected on Tuesday with overwhelming voter ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Wednesday, November 8, 2017 12:00 am

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Rowan commissioners recognize champions of the North Carolina Paramedic Competition

SALISBURY — The Rowan County commissioners on Monday recognized the local champions of the North Carolina Paramedic Competition. The county’s two-member team for 2017, Aaron ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Tuesday, November 7, 2017 12:00 am

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Commissioners to approve 2017 Homeland Security Grant

SALISBURY — With approval from county commissioners, Rowan County’s Emergency Management Division will execute a 2017 Homeland Security Grant received as part of a regional ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Sunday, November 5, 2017 12:00 am

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Norfolk Southern and the Lions Club honor veterans through coat drive

LINWOOD — Since July 1, Norfolk Southern railroad and the Lions Club have collaborated to honor employed veterans. The organizations have been collecting winter coats ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Friday, November 3, 2017 12:05 am

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Officials discuss new fee schedule for Mid-Carolina Regional Airport

SALISBURY — The advisory board for Mid-Carolina Regional Airport met Thursday to discuss a new fee schedule. Changes include slight rate increases for some services and new ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Friday, November 3, 2017 12:00 am

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SOAR and the Arc throw pies for charity

SALISBURY — A trunk-or-treat hosted by Rowan-Cabarrus Community College’s SOAR program Tuesday capped the festivities with an innovative and giggle-inducing fundraiser. For a dollar donation, ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Wednesday, November 1, 2017 12:00 am

Kannapolis

Kannapolis city officials kick off downtown revitalization

KANNAPOLIS — A backdrop of construction noise set the perfect scene as Kannapolis city officials kicked off Phase 1 of the Downtown Revitalization Plan on Thursday. ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Friday, October 27, 2017 12:05 am

Local

Rockwell Board of Aldermen schedule public hearing for November

ROCKWELL – The Rockwell Board of Aldermen has scheduled a public hearing on the extension of FillTech’s temporary permit for its office on N.C. 152. The ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Friday, October 27, 2017 12:00 am

News

Community Care Clinic honors dedicated volunteers

SALISBURY — In 2016, the Community Care Clinic of Rowan County saw some astounding service numbers. Some 2,200 medical visits were provided, as well as ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Friday, October 27, 2017 12:00 am

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Community organizations unite for free, informative conference

While the topics of Saturday’s Intergenerational Financial and Lifestyle Empowerment Conference may have seemed daunting, presenting organizations kept the mood light and informative. The conference ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Monday, October 23, 2017 12:10 am

Entertainment

“In God’s Own Country” celebrates Reformation with timeless themes

“In God’s Own Country,” a collaboration between Piedmont Players Theatre and Landesbühnen Sachsen, offers a unique perspective into the trials and tribulations of 18th-century American ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Friday, October 13, 2017 2:58 pm

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Motivated by smiles: Granite Quarry woman sews 210 dresses for charity

“If someone had told me a year ago that I would be doing this this year, I would not have believed them.” These words, said ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Monday, October 9, 2017 12:00 am

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Ribbon cutting for mobile mammography unit held at Belk’s Fit for the Cure

Local business women were given the opportunity to pamper themselves with a variety of means on Wednesday during Belk’s Fit for the Cure event. The ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Sunday, October 1, 2017 12:00 am

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