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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.

Business

Poinsettia payday: Local growers find success growing, selling the Christmas flower this year

SALISBURY — The Patterson family usually has a few poinsettias placed around their home on Christmas Day — leftovers from that weren’t purchased by customers. ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Thursday, December 23, 2021 12:10 am

Local

‘We’re meeting needs everyday’: Volunteer-based Good Shepherd’s Clinic treats underserved population

SALISBURY — When Jean Allen opened the metal door to Good Shepherd’s Clinic two weeks ago, she was expecting a much-needed easy work day. The ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Thursday, December 23, 2021 12:05 am

Local

Sharing the Season 2021 list

SALISBURY — As the pandemic continues, exacerbating already prevalent problems in the community, nonprofits and human service organizations have perhaps never been more important. Each ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Thursday, December 23, 2021 12:00 am

Business

Winners of Holiday Storefront Decorations Awards dazzle with window displays

SALISBURY — The Salisbury Community Appearance Commission has doled out awards for its 17th annual Holiday Storefront Decorations Awards, recognizing creative and festive shops, restaurants ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Wednesday, December 22, 2021 7:30 pm

Business

Minority Business Council discusses ways to support nonprofits in upcoming year

SALISBURY — At its final meeting of the year, the Rowan County Chamber of Commerce’s Minority Business Council convened virtually Tuesday to highlight local nonprofits ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Wednesday, December 22, 2021 12:09 am

Local

Nonprofit Nazareth Child and Family Connection, nonprofits feel effects of ‘great resignation’

ROCKWELL — As businesses and organizations across the country are feeling the impact of what is being called “the great resignation,” one local nonprofit is ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Monday, December 20, 2021 9:43 am

Business

Rockwell store brings together best of North Carolina in one place

ROCKWELL — If you ask Charlie Ashby about one of the products in his store, he’ll probably tell you a story instead. “Most of the ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Sunday, December 19, 2021 12:01 am

Business

Biz Roundup: Local nonprofits team up to fulfill Christmas wishes with holiday party for children

ROCKWELL — The young residents of Nazareth Child & Family Connection’s residential home were treated to a traditional Christmas party last weekend, complete with opening ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Sunday, December 19, 2021 12:00 am

Local

Executive director of Salisbury VA Health Care System leaving for new position

SALISBURY — Salisbury VA Health Care System Executive Director Joseph Vaughn is leaving the role after accepting a new position within the Department of Veterans ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Friday, December 17, 2021 5:05 pm

Business

Telling of childhood cross-burning incident, Bishop Tim Smith talks to Rowan Chamber about diversity, equity, inclusion

SALISBURY — Bishop Tim Smith was in the third grade when he looked out of the window at his family’s home to see a burning ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Thursday, December 16, 2021 3:00 pm

Business

Open Broadband tests new internet connection with customers in western Rowan

SALISBURY — With a tower in western Rowan County outfitted with antennas now in operation, Open Broadband has started testing its internet service with a ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Thursday, December 16, 2021 2:20 pm

Business

Cabarrus County company plans to build dozens of homes in East Spencer

EAST SPENCER — A Cabarrus County home builder plans to construct several dozen homes in East Spencer in 2022. PresPro Custom Homes, based in Harrisburg, ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Monday, December 13, 2021 9:32 am

Crime

Blotter: Salisbury man faces robbery, drug, gun charges

Tadarren Lashaud Mosley, 22, of Salisbury was charged by the Salisbury Police Department this weekend with robbery with a dangerous weapon, felony possession of a ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Monday, December 13, 2021 2:49 am

Crime

Warrants: Woman charged with child abuse after drinking and driving

SALISBURY — A Salisbury woman faces child abuse charge for drinking alcohol while driving a car containing her 2-year-old grandchild, who was not in a ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Monday, December 13, 2021 2:33 am

Crime

Search warrant describes scene of Sunday shooting in Salisbury

SALISBURY — An altercation in the backyard of a Wilson Road house early Sunday morning resulted in a shooting and a man’s hospitalization, according to ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Monday, December 13, 2021 2:16 am

Business

Variety Produce continues to be a stop for unique products

ROCKWELL — Sandy Canup and Gayle Brendle were on their way home one day earlier this month when they saw the red poinsettias outside Variety ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Sunday, December 12, 2021 1:03 am

Business

Biz Roundup: Texas Roadhouse opens to the public after hosting events to benefit community members

SALISBURY — After hosting several pre-opening events to benefit the local community, Texas Roadhouse opened to the public Tuesday at the Rowan Summit Shopping Center. ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Sunday, December 12, 2021 1:02 am

Christmas Happiness

Christmas Happiness

Beth, Bob Foreman donate to Christmas Happiness Fund in memory of daughter

SALISBURY — Beth and Bob Foreman have donated to the Christmas Happiness Fund for years in memory of their grandson Jason Foreman, who died during ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Sunday, December 12, 2021 12:05 am

Local

Families visit Bell Tower Green for festive fire truck rides with Santa, Grinch

SALISBURY — Sitting in the front seat of an antique fire truck driving through the streets downtown on Saturday afternoon, Aurora Casey was the lucky ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Saturday, December 11, 2021 7:00 pm

News

Christmas in The Grove canceled due to risk of severe weather

CHINA GROVE — The Christmas in The Grove celebration planned for tonight in downtown has been canceled due to the threat of severe weather. “After ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Saturday, December 11, 2021 12:00 pm

Local

‘He will be missed’: Consistent, caring newspaper carrier mourned by family, friends

SALISBURY — When she was a child, Taylor Bolton always looked forward to the early mornings when she was invited to tag along with her ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Saturday, December 11, 2021 12:02 am

Local

Hubbard, Spencer receive state honors for supporting Rowan Public Library

SALISBURY — Leaning over the table of a crowded coffee shop in the summer of 2019, Melissa Oleen made her pitch to Jennifer Hubbard. Oleen, ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Friday, December 10, 2021 9:59 am

Local

Lobbying firms will represent county government in Washington, Raleigh

SALISBURY — Rowan County will soon have an expanded presence in the state and United States capitals after hiring two lobbying firms. The first time ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Friday, December 10, 2021 12:01 am

Elections

In re-election bid, Edds, Klusman and Greene look to build on progress together

SALISBURY — Greg Edds, Judy Klusman and Jim Greene visited the Rowan County Board of Elections office as a group on Monday to officially file ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Thursday, December 9, 2021 12:10 am

Local

Dottie Rebhan gives to Christmas Happiness Fund to honor parents’ generosity

SALISBURY — While many people maintain memories of the best Christmas gift they’ve received, Dottie Rebhan still remembers the best gift she gave. Every December, ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Thursday, December 9, 2021 12:08 am

China Grove

No snow, but plenty of family-friendly activities planned for Christmas in the Grove

CHINA GROVE — Although there won’t be snow, China Grove will still host its Christmas in the Grove celebration on Saturday from 5-9 p.m. throughout ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Wednesday, December 8, 2021 3:35 pm

China Grove

China Grove welcomes new, re-elected council members

CHINA GROVE — New and newly re-elected members of the China Grove Town Council were sworn in Tuesday at Town Hall. Sen. Carl Ford attended ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Tuesday, December 7, 2021 10:53 pm

China Grove

China Grove Town Council approves premium pay bonuses for employees

CHINA GROVE — The Town Council on Tuesday night approved $60,000 in premium pay for the town’s full- and part-time employees who worked during the ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Tuesday, December 7, 2021 10:29 pm

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