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Ben Stansell covers business, county government and more for the Salisbury Post. He joined the staff in August 2020 after graduating from the University of Alabama. Email him at ben.stansell@salisburypost.com.

China Grove

China Grove Town Council discusses ‘wishlist’ uses for $1.3 million in federal funding

CHINA GROVE — Although the Town Council plans to wait for additional guidance from the federal government before spending more American Rescue Plan Act money, ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Wednesday, January 5, 2022 7:04 pm

Business

Rabbits, Bishops and Popcorn: Rowan EDC updates China Grove on economic projects

CHINA GROVE — The Rowan Economic Development Council Tuesday night provided the Town Council with an update on several pending economic projects that could bring ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Tuesday, January 4, 2022 9:34 pm

Business

County approves plan for new Verizon wireless tower near Faith

SALISBURY — Verizon wireless customers near Faith can anticipate stronger cell service after the Rowan County Board of Commissioners on Monday afternoon approved the construction ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Tuesday, January 4, 2022 11:28 am

Business

Half-billion dollar project could create thousands of jobs in Rowan County

SALISBURY — Another major economic development opportunity has emerged for Rowan County The Rowan County Board of Commissioners on Monday afternoon scheduled a public hearing ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Monday, January 3, 2022 11:59 pm

Crime

Blotter: Man charged with punching officer, stealing nachos

Spencer Wayne Clayton, 23, of China Grove was charged by the Salisbury Police Department Sunday with assaulting a government official or employee, resisting a public ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Monday, January 3, 2022 12:53 am

Crime

Man charged with spitting on, threatening officers on New Year’s Eve

SALISBURY — An Albemarle man is facing a bevy of charges stemming from a New Year’s Eve incident at the Novant Health Rowan Medical Center ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Monday, January 3, 2022 12:14 am

Local

Reids bring Justice into new year with first baby of 2022

SALISBURY — With their baby’s due date not until Jan. 7, Tanesha and Arthur Reid Jr. could have spent New Year’s Eve celebrating the start ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Monday, January 3, 2022 12:00 am

Business

‘A really strong Christmas’: Downtown retailers report positive holiday shopping season

SALISBURY — Walking through downtown stores in the days leading up to Christmas, Lesleigh Drye was encouraged by what she saw. “It felt good,” Drye ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Sunday, January 2, 2022 12:00 am

10 to Watch

10 to Watch in 2022: Jeanne Dixon

KANNAPOLIS — When Ken Geathers met Jeanne Dixon at a small dinner party decades ago, he came away impressed. “It was easy to see the ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Sunday, January 2, 2022 12:00 am

Business

Biz Roundup: Rice, Woods will emcee Rowan County Chamber of Commerce’s gala

SALISBURY — The Rowan County Chamber of Commerce’s 96th annual gala meeting will be co-emceed by Doug Rice and Genia Woods. The gala is set ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Sunday, January 2, 2022 12:00 am

Local

Commissioners will hold hearing to consider new Verizon cell tower near Faith

SALISBURY — At its first meeting of 2022, the Rowan County Board of Commissioners on Monday will consider a request for the placement of a ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Sunday, January 2, 2022 12:00 am

10 to Watch

10 to Watch in 2022: Josh Barnhardt

SALISBURY — Josh Barnhardt isn’t afraid to take on a project. In 2020, the 42-year-old Rowan County native renovated a building downtown to house his ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Sunday, January 2, 2022 12:00 am

Local

‘Miracle he was able to get out’: Man hospitalized after blaze at South Main Street apartments

SALISBURY — One person was hospitalized with burns and several others were displaced from their homes after an early morning fire on New Year’s Eve ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Saturday, January 1, 2022 5:57 pm

Crime

Video: Police Chief Jerry Stokes, Commissioners Chair Greg Edds address shooting

SALISBURY — During a press conference held Thursday afternoon, Salisbury Police Chief Jerry Stokes and Rowan County Board of Commissioners Chairman Greg Edds were among ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Thursday, December 30, 2021 9:07 pm

Local

How your unwanted holiday decorations can help dogs and (big) cats

ROCKWELL — It’s still the most wonderful time of the year for the big cats at Tiger World. The nonprofit wildlife reserve located in Rockwell ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Thursday, December 30, 2021 8:26 pm

Crime

Community leaders react to shooting at high school basketball tournament

SALISBURY — Scrambling to get from his house to Catawba College on Wednesday night, a thought ran through Gemale Black’s mind. “My first reaction was, ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Thursday, December 30, 2021 6:41 pm

Business

Rowan County food scene gained new favorites, lost longtime staples in 2021

SALISBURY — The previous two years have been difficult for the restaurant industry. The onset of the pandemic in 2020 forced many eateries to close ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Wednesday, December 29, 2021 5:53 pm

Business

G.A.U. Liquidators gives customers chance to find bargains in bins of retail returns

SALISBURY — An experienced thrifter with a keen eye, Yolanda Byrd felt like she struck gold when she walked into G.A.U. Liquidators for the first ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Wednesday, December 29, 2021 5:00 pm

News

Rockwell Police Department settles into new building, awaits completion of parking lot

ROCKWELL — Standing behind piles of rubble and construction equipment just off Highway 52 is the brand new Rockwell Police Department. Although the parking lot ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Wednesday, December 29, 2021 12:10 am

Local

Skateboarding Santa gives away hundreds of boards on Christmas Eve

SALISBURY — Santa brought the gift of stoke this Christmas. Donning a red suit and doing his best Kris Kringle impression, Ed Womble drove through ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Wednesday, December 29, 2021 12:09 am

Business

Salisbury water buffalo farm installs solar panels with help from Rural Energy for America Program

SALISBURY — Making fresh mozzarella is an energy-intensive process. David and Faythe DiLoreto of Fading D Farm know that from experience. The couple started making ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Tuesday, December 28, 2021 12:10 am

Ask Us

Ask Us: What is the status of Eaman Park residents told to vacate or face eviction?

Editor’s note: Ask Us is a weekly feature published online Mondays and in print on Tuesdays. We’ll seek to answer your questions about items or ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Monday, December 27, 2021 1:48 pm

Local

2021 Newsmaker of the Year: Health Director Alyssa Harris

SALISBURY — Whenever Jane Smith-Steinberg sees her granddaughter’s name in the newspaper, she grabs a pair of scissors, cuts out the article and posts it ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Sunday, December 26, 2021 12:10 am

Business

Cake boss: Peg Fisher creates unbelievable cakes from her home kitchen

SALISBURY — At first glance, the kitchen is unassuming. Faint yellow cupboards border a refrigerator, sink, microwave and oven. A raised table and chairs offer ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Sunday, December 26, 2021 12:01 am

Business

Biz Roundup: State official will provide 2022 economic outlook at Chamber’s January Power In Partnership

SALISBURY — Marqueta Welton, chief of staff for the North Carolina Department of Commerce, will provide a 2022 economic outlook at the Rowan County Chamber ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Sunday, December 26, 2021 12:00 am

News

Sharing the Season 2021 additional organizations

SALISBURY — In addition to the nonprofit and human services organizations listed in the Sharing the Season article in Thursday’s edition of the Salisbury Post, ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Sunday, December 26, 2021 12:00 am

Entertainment

Meroney Theater ceiling receives repair, repainting with boost from Salisbury-Rowan Community Foundation

SALISBURY — Eric Slipp is a believer in the performing arts. Not only has Slipp acted on stage with Piedmont Players, but he also serves ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Friday, December 24, 2021 12:03 am

Business

Spencer store owner brings online clothing business in-person with downtown shop

SPENCER — Candis Newton blames her fashion sense on her sisters. “I’m 10 years younger than my sisters,” Newton said. “So, they treated me like ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Friday, December 24, 2021 12:01 am

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