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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

East Spencer apparel store will host free luncheon for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

EAST SPENCER — In conjunction with Breast Cancer Awareness Month, InspirU Apparel is hosting a free luncheon Saturday from 12-3 p.m. for anyone who has ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Thursday, October 21, 2021 4:41 pm

Business

Making Memore: Entrepreneurs harness power of Kannapolis’ Food Innovation Lab

KANNAPOLIS — Two years ago, Erika and Brad Lepczyk approached the newly established North Carolina Food Innovation Lab with an idea. “We were looking to ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Thursday, October 21, 2021 12:10 am

Business

DuPont purchases Salisbury-based manufacturing business

SALISBURY — MaxLife Industries’ ArmorWall business is being acquired by DuPont. MaxLife is based in Salisbury and is a subsidiary of Taylor Clay Products, the ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Thursday, October 21, 2021 12:00 am

Business

NC Small Business Administration official talks to Rowan Chamber about pandemic help

SALISBURY — With the country’s small businesses reeling from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, Aregnaz Mooradian says the U.S. Small Businesses Administration has been ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Wednesday, October 20, 2021 12:05 am

Local

Young entrepreneur raises $1,000 for Rowan County United Way with lemonade stand

SALISBURY — A young entrepreneur spent Saturday selling lemonade for a good cause. Wearing a bright yellow ribbon and matching shoes, 7-year-old Layla Jones helped ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Tuesday, October 19, 2021 12:00 am

China Grove

Election 2021: China Grove Town Council candidates detail approaches to handling economic, residential growth

CHINA GROVE — As the southern end of Rowan County continues to show significant growth, China Grove’s leadership will be faced with critical decisions related ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Tuesday, October 19, 2021 12:00 am

Local

County hopes software will streamline foster home licensing process

SALISBURY — The Rowan County Board of Commissioners on Monday gave the Department of Social Services unanimous approval to contract with foster home licensing software ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Tuesday, October 19, 2021 12:00 am

Elections

Election 2021: Kannapolis City Council candidates discuss downtown revitalization, goals for other parts of city

KANNAPOLIS — There are 10 candidates running for three seats in a crowded Kannapolis City Council race. Incumbents Dianne Berry, Doug Wilson and Van Rowell ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Tuesday, October 19, 2021 12:00 am

Crime

County Commissioner Craig Pierce pleads guilty to driving while intoxicated

SALISBURY — Rowan County Commissioner Craig Pierce pleaded guilty on Friday to driving while intoxicated. He received a level five offense, which is the least ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Monday, October 18, 2021 11:02 am

Business

Biz Roundup: Downtown Salisbury vying for $25,000 cash prize

SALISBURY — Downtown Salisbury is in the running to capture a $25,000 cash prize in the Independent We Stand Main Street small-business program.  Downtown Salisbury ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Sunday, October 17, 2021 12:00 am

Business

Salisbury-based Integro Technologies acquired by Kaman Distribution Group

SALISBURY — Kaman Distribution Group has acquired Salisbury-based Integro Technologies. Integro Technologies was founded in Tom Campion’s home in Pennsylvania in 2001 and moved its ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Sunday, October 17, 2021 12:00 am

Lifestyle

World War II veteran, longtime Rowan County farmer, celebrates 100th birthday

MOORESVILLE — After allied forces stormed the beaches of Normandy and started pushing east, Hoke Karriker was fighting for his life in a small town ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Sunday, October 17, 2021 12:00 am

Local

Rowan commissioners will discuss body cameras for bailiffs, arrowhead donation, plumbing fix for lead levels

SALISBURY — The Rowan County Board of Commissioners will convene Monday at 6 p.m. in the J. Newton Cohen Sr. Room on the second floor ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Sunday, October 17, 2021 12:00 am

Business

Downtown move gives Salisbury Eyecare and Eyewear chance to expand offerings, add new doctor

SALISBURY — In search of a new home for her optometry practice, Dr. Melanie Denton Dombrowski didn’t have to look far. Salisbury Eyecare and Eyewear, ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Sunday, October 17, 2021 12:00 am

Local

Rowan Republicans’ Lincoln-Reagan Dinner brings conservatives together for night of speeches, awards

SALISBURY —Conservatives convened at Salisbury Station Thursday night for Rowan County Republicans’ Lincoln-Reagan Dinner. The Lincoln-Reagan Dinner is held on an annual basis by local ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Friday, October 15, 2021 12:02 am

Local

Halfway through campaign, Rowan County United way at 44% of goal

SALISBURY — To illustrate the Rowan County United Way’s impact in the local community, Jim Behmer relied on a visual aid Wednesday afternoon. Behmer, chair ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Thursday, October 14, 2021 12:10 am

Local

County commissioners forced to find more funding to cover Autumn Jubilee payroll costs

SALISBURY — The Rowan County Board of Commissioners during a virtual meeting on Wednesday approved spending $165,380 to cover payroll costs for staff who worked ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Thursday, October 14, 2021 12:00 am

Crime

Kannapolis man faces number of drug, gun charges

SALISBURY — A Kannapolis man is facing a bevy of drug and gun charges after being caught with at least 25 grams of opioids and ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Tuesday, October 12, 2021 12:00 am

Local

Winners announced from 55th Granite Quarry Civitan Fiddlers Convention

GRANITE QUARRY— Almost 30 individuals and bands competed in the adult competition at the Granite Quarry Civitan Fiddlers Convention at East Rowan High School on ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Monday, October 11, 2021 7:03 pm

Local

Historic Salisbury Foundation’s 46th OctoberTour offers lessons in resilience, peek into history

SALISBURY — Several of Salisbury’s most-storied homes were filled with awestruck observers Saturday and Sunday afternoon during the Historic Salisbury Foundation’s 46th annual OctoberTour. The ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Monday, October 11, 2021 1:19 am

Crime

Stanly County man charged with growing marijuana on Alcoa game lands

SALISBURY — A Stanly County man is facing several drug charges for allegedly growing marijuana on game lands owned by Alcoa. Alan Edward Tenney, 61, ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Monday, October 11, 2021 1:06 am

Local

County will reassess need for more room at Health Department, possible move to West End Plaza

SALISBURY — Walking through the maze-like hallways of the Rowan County Health Department, Health Director Alyssa Harris sees a lack of room for improvement. There ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Sunday, October 10, 2021 12:10 am

Local

‘Every life is absolutely worth it’: United Way shines light on suicide awareness, mental health during walk

SALISBURY — Walking with her husband and sister under a drizzly early morning sky, there was no doubt why Tammie Izze woke up before the ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Sunday, October 10, 2021 12:10 am

Local

Bluegrass is back: 55th Granite Quarry Civitan Fiddlers Convention returns

GRANITE QUARRY — Steve Kilby doesn’t remember if he attended the first ever Granite Quarry Civitan Fiddlers Convention in 1967, but he hasn’t missed many ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Sunday, October 10, 2021 12:05 am

Business

Signs of the times: Harwood Sign shop capitalizes on campaign season

GRANITE QUARRY — If you ask Drew Harwood who will win his vote in the upcoming election, you’re likely to get a canned response. “People ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Sunday, October 10, 2021 12:00 am

Business

Biz Roundup: Rowan County records highest employee payroll growth in North Carolina

SALISBURY — Rowan County saw the highest growth in annual employee payroll in North Carolina from 2012 to 2018, according to a recent report from ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Sunday, October 10, 2021 12:00 am

Local

Local wildlife officer earns recognition for heroic, bridge-building acts both on and off the clock

SALISBURY — After seeing the flailing kayaker disappear below the surface of the water, John Howell sprang into action. With his dad piloting their fishing ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Friday, October 8, 2021 12:02 am

Business

Rowan County tourism numbers down significantly during pandemic-plagued 2020

SALISBURY — Visitor spending in Rowan County was down 28.8% in 2020, falling to $139.9 million from the record high total of $196.45 million in ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Friday, October 8, 2021 12:00 am

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