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Sen. Dan Barrett reflects on time in State Senate

  By Andie Foley andie.foley@salisburypost.com For state Sen. Dan Barrett, R-34, the journey from serving as Davie County commissioner to becoming one of Rowan County’s ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Sunday, December 30, 2018 12:00 am

10 to Watch

10 to Watch in 2019: Kannapolis

Kannapolis has been through a lot in the 34 years since its founding — the rise and fall of the textile industry, the closure of ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Sunday, December 30, 2018 12:00 am

10 to Watch

10 to Watch in 2019: Rep. Ted Budd

Congressman Ted Budd, R-13, is no stranger to highly contested elections. In 2016, the political newcomer rose above 16 other Republicans in a crowded primary. ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Sunday, December 30, 2018 12:00 am

Local

Rowan County legislators reflect on vetoes

In 20 years, North Carolina governors have vetoed 63 pieces of legislation. Just over 60 percent of those vetoes were overridden by the General Assembly. ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Friday, December 28, 2018 12:00 am

Local

Commissioners chairman discusses 2018 accomplishments for Rowan County

SALISBURY — Looking back on 2018, Rowan County Commissioners Chairman Greg Edds points to many high  points for the county: strides in economic development, infrastructure, ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Friday, December 28, 2018 12:00 am

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Rowan Helping Ministries seeks volunteers for new year

SALISBURY — Volunteers kept operations running as normal this Christmas at Rowan Helping Ministries, but more help is still needed, according to Executive Director Kyna ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Thursday, December 27, 2018 12:00 am

Local

Forecasters see 2018 falling short for record downfalls

SALISBURY — Forecasters predict Mother Nature will fall short when it comes to breaking Salisbury area precipitation records this year — but only slightly. National ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Thursday, December 27, 2018 12:00 am

Local

Spencer residents hold candlelight vigil for Tommy Stoner

Standing in front of Tommy Stoner’s treasured Fourth Street home, Spencer residents bid farewell to a friend, mentor and community icon with a candlelight vigil ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Thursday, December 27, 2018 12:00 am

Local

Spencer neighbors to bid farewell to community advocate

SPENCER — To the town of Spencer, Tommy Stoner was much more than just a resident. The 71-year-old, who passed away at his historic Fourth ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Tuesday, December 25, 2018 12:00 am

Kannapolis

‘A righteous cause’: Kannapolis police officers treat kids to shopping sprees

KANNAPOLIS — On its surface, the Thursday morning spectacle painted a dreary picture. Cold, wet rain pounded down on a long line of police vehicles, ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Friday, December 21, 2018 12:00 am

Local

As holiday looms, women’s shelter is at capacity

SALISBURY — For victims of domestic violence, the holidays often bring a complex and competing set of struggles. Money is tight, schedules are packed and ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Friday, December 21, 2018 12:00 am

Local

Rowan County Democrats celebrate holidays at Rowan Helping Ministries

SALISBURY — In a venue many would deem unconventional, members of the Rowan County Democratic Party gathered Wednesday to celebrate the holiday season. Their location? ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Thursday, December 20, 2018 12:00 am

Local

Rowan County’s bright side: Electric Elf suggests holiday displays to bring cheer

SALISBURY — If you’re like many, you may still be feeling the effects of losing daylight saving time some weeks later. The kids are up early. ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Wednesday, December 19, 2018 12:00 am

Kannapolis

Kannapolis to update solid waste collection services

KANNAPOLIS — With Kannapolis’ Waste Management Inc. contract set to expire in June, the City Council met Monday to discuss possible changes in garbage and ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Wednesday, December 19, 2018 12:00 am

Christmas Happiness

Christmas Happiness: Family donates to honor a friend in time of need

SALISBURY — Marilyn Fisher still remembers the awe she felt last November at the First United Methodist Church memorial service held for her son, Bill ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Tuesday, December 18, 2018 12:00 am

Kannapolis

Kannapolis City Council member receives Order of Long Leaf Pine award

KANNAPOLIS — The Kannapolis City Council successfully surprised one of its members on Monday with a presentation of North Carolina’s highest award for state service. ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Tuesday, December 18, 2018 12:00 am

Crime

Aunt pleads guilty to involuntary manslaughter of 15-month-old niece

A case centering on the January 2014 death of 15-month-old Malaya Heun has been resolved following a plea from remaining defendant Alisha Carlisle. Carlisle, Malaya’s ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Friday, December 14, 2018 3:25 pm

Education

Grassroots group meets to save North Rowan

By Andie Foley andie.foley@salisburypost.com A communal sentiment hung heavy in the air on Thursday as over 100 gathered within the walls of Central Methodist Church. ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Friday, December 14, 2018 12:10 am

Local

Spencer Board of Aldermen look at closing on Park Plaza property

By Andie Foley andie.foley@salisburypost.com With the USDA ready and waiting to proceed with financing Spencer’s Park Plaza purchase, the town’s Board of Aldermen met Tuesday ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Thursday, December 13, 2018 12:00 am

Local

Spencer aldermen pass resolution against closure of North Rowan High School

By Andie Foley andie.foley@salisburypost.com SPENCER — At the suggestion of resident Jacquelyn Jensen and North Rowan graduate Karla Foster, Spencer’s Board of Aldermen on Tuesday ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Thursday, December 13, 2018 12:00 am

Local

Vacancy on Spencer Board of Aldermen remains unfilled

By Andie Foley andie.foley@salisburypost.com SPENCER — A seat vacated by Kevin Jones remains unfilled on the Spencer Board of Alderman following a Tuesday meeting with ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Wednesday, December 12, 2018 12:10 am

Local

Picking up the pieces: Area businesses contend with Diego’s damage

For Mike Blowers with River Ridge Tree Farm, the approach of Winter Storm Diego signaled more than a need to stock up on snow supplies ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Wednesday, December 12, 2018 12:05 am

Christmas Happiness

Daughter of longtime Post employee contributes to Christmas Happiness

By Andie Foley andie.foley@salisburypost.com For Georgia resident Vicki Butler, contributing to the Salisbury Post’s Christmas Happiness Fund has always meant a lot — and she’s ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Wednesday, December 12, 2018 12:00 am

Local

Effects of winter storm to linger

By Andie Foley andie.foley@salisburypost.com Precipitation from Winter Storm Diego may be over for Rowan County, but effects will continue to linger as temperatures dipped well ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Tuesday, December 11, 2018 12:10 am

Local

UPDATED: Fire destroys home of local firefighter

By Andie Foley andie.foley@salisburypost.com Around 8 a.m. Sunday, workers from the Scotch-Irish Fire Department responded to structure fire on Needmore Road in Woodleaf. According to ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Tuesday, December 11, 2018 12:00 am

Local

Snow, sleet and rain taper off; schools closed tomorrow

Temperatures have steadily risen this morning, creeping up from 32 degrees at 7 a.m. to 40 degrees shortly before 1 p.m. Rowan-Salisbury Schools has already ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Monday, December 10, 2018 1:16 pm

Local

Fire destroys home of local firefighter

Around 8 a.m. Sunday, workers from the Scotch-Irish Fire Department responded to structure fire on Needmore Road in Woodleaf. According to the department’s Facebook page, ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Sunday, December 9, 2018 4:59 pm

Local

Rowan-Salisbury Schools closed Monday for students

Due to inclement weather, schools will be closed on Monday, Dec. 10 for students. The day will be an optional teacher workday for staff. Staff ... Read more

by Andie Foley, Sunday, December 9, 2018 1:59 pm

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