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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

Local staffing agency looks to fill jobs quickly during ‘HirePalooza’

SALISBURY — Hot dogs were cooked, candy was given out and dozens of people were assigned to jobs during the Hire Dynamics “HirePalooza” event on ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Thursday, October 8, 2020 12:00 am

Local

United Way announces progress toward $1.5 million fundraising goal

SALISBURY — For having to fundraise during a pandemic, campaign chair Andrew Smith says he’s thrilled with the Rowan County United Way’s progress. People gathered ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Wednesday, October 7, 2020 8:30 pm

East Spencer

Return of serve: Local resident revives tennis courts in East Spencer

EAST SPENCER — After hitting a few shots back and forth over a tattered net, Martin Jackson looked at his father and delivered the verdict. ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Wednesday, October 7, 2020 7:55 pm

Business

Moving out: Priscilla Clark relocates design business to Mocksville, will still service Salisbury

SALISBURY — It was a bittersweet moment for Priscilla Clark to see her space on West Innes Street completely barren. On Saturday, Clark moved the ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Wednesday, October 7, 2020 12:10 am

China Grove

China Grove Town Council halts plans for major subdivision over concerns of lot size

CHINA GROVE — The China Grove Town Council stymied plans for the construction of a 373-home subdivision at its meeting Tuesday night. Council members voted ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Wednesday, October 7, 2020 12:00 am

Crime

Blotter: Oct. 5

In Rowan County Sheriff’s Office reports: • Brian Tajuante Kesler, 21, was charged with concealed carry of a gun at 232 N. Main St. • ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Monday, October 5, 2020 7:35 pm

Business

One of nation’s largest apartment owners buys three Salisbury complexes

SALISBURY — One of the nation’s largest apartment owners and operators has announced the acquisition of three complexes in Salisbury. Alexander Station, Ashton Woods and ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Monday, October 5, 2020 1:32 pm

Local

Commissioners green light phase two of COVID-19 protection plan

SALISBURY — In its first in-person meeting in months, the Rowan County Board of Commissioners heard details Monday afternoon about phase two of a plan ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Monday, October 5, 2020 12:00 am

Business

‘Bring in the bass and treble’: How small development team is transforming downtown Kannapolis

KANNAPOLIS — It’s easy for Ken Lingafelt to feel like a conductor sometimes. He’s currently in the midst of one of the most extensive orchestrations ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Sunday, October 4, 2020 12:05 am

Business

Biz Roundup: Chamber of Commerce announces speaker for Power in Partnership Program

SALISBURY — The Rowan County Chamber of Commerce announced that North Carolina Department of Transportation Secretary Eric Boyette will speak at this month’s Power in ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Sunday, October 4, 2020 12:00 am

Local

Commissioners will consider extending solar farm moratorium

SALISBURY — A public hearing regarding the current moratorium on large, ground-mounted solar energy farms will be held during the Rowan County Board of Commissioners ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Sunday, October 4, 2020 12:00 am

Business

Local kayaking company helps new paddlers explore the Yadkin River

SALISBURY — Those who say businesses shouldn’t be created out of necessity haven’t talked to Nancy or Stephen Black. Nancy and Stephen, both Salisbury natives, ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Sunday, October 4, 2020 12:00 am

Local

Book lovers rejoice as Rowan Public Library opens its doors once again

SALISBURY — Newt Hopkins-Teeter was searching for a good book, or several. Along with his sister and grandmother, Newt was one of many patrons who ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Saturday, October 3, 2020 12:24 am

Elections

Democratic candidate for 13th District will host virtual fundraising event with actor Mark Hamill

SALISBURY — The first time that Scott Huffman saw “Star Wars: Return of the Jedi,” he had a difficult time following the movie’s dialogue. Although ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Thursday, October 1, 2020 5:18 pm

Business

Multi-building development on East Innes begins to take shape after years of delays

SALISBURY — The sights and sounds of construction can be seen and heard on East Innes Street near downtown as a long-planned project finally takes ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Thursday, October 1, 2020 12:10 am

Local

Lee Street theatre pivots after positive COVID-19 tests cancel live shows

SALISBURY — Emotion crept into Elizabeth Ruiz’s voice as she described what the cast of Lee Street theatre’s “9 to 5: The Musical” means to ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Thursday, October 1, 2020 12:00 am

Local

Planning board OKs rezoning for 5-acre property on Mooresville Road

SALISBURY — Despite concerns voiced by a pair of nearby neighbors, the Rowan County Planning Board on Monday approved the rezoning of a piece of ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Wednesday, September 30, 2020 12:00 am

Business

Kannapolis seeking redevelopment proposals for site of old baseball stadium

KANNAPOLIS — While the new Atrium Health Ballpark has been a major point of Kannapolis’ downtown revitalization, the site of the city’s old baseball stadium ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Wednesday, September 30, 2020 12:00 am

Business

Contractor expands local footprint, takes on county’s coronavirus projects

SALISBURY — When Danny Powell drives by a construction site in Rowan County and sees his company’s sign outside, he immediately thinks about his father. “For ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Tuesday, September 29, 2020 12:01 am

Business

New unemployment claims down in August, could indicate positive trend for businesses

SALISBURY — New unemployment insurance claims were down in Rowan County in the month of August. There were 890 initial unemployment claims in Rowan County ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Monday, September 28, 2020 5:46 pm

Business

From Navy SEAL to Medicare agent, Trent Waller looks to continue serving his community

SALISBURY — As the tattoo artist was imprinting the ink on Trent Waller’s fingers, he joked with Trent that the permanent markings could come back ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Sunday, September 27, 2020 12:00 am

Elections

In 13th Congressional District race, Budd, Huffman differ on government’s role in COVID-19 help

SALISBURY — Although Rep. Ted Budd asserts that he’s still an outsider in Washington, he’s served a full term and is nearing the end of ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Sunday, September 27, 2020 12:00 am

Business

Biz Roundup: Food Lion makes donation to support racial equality and justice

SALISBURY — Food Lion recently announced that it will donate $500,000 to support racial equality and justice. The grocer has selected several longstanding community partners ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Sunday, September 27, 2020 12:00 am

Local

Rowan County United Way sets $1.5 million goal at drive-in kickoff event

SALISBURY — A chorus of car horn honks filled the air at the Rowan County Fairgrounds Friday afternoon as the Rowan County United Way unveiled ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Saturday, September 26, 2020 12:00 am

Local

New finance director excited to prove himself, continue on path set by predecessor

SALISBURY — To describe his situation, Jim Howden on Thursday relied on a football metaphor featuring one of the game’s greatest coaches. “When you lose ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Friday, September 25, 2020 12:00 am

Business

Rowan County hires Howden as new finance director

SALISBURY — Days after Rowan County announced it was losing longtime Finance Director Leslie Heidrick to retirement after 23 years, her replacement has been named. ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Thursday, September 24, 2020 3:18 pm

Business

Fall fun, with a twist: Patterson Farm adjusts to guidelines, offers new version of traditional events

MT. ULLA — Being the director of fun has never been so complicated. Michelle Patterson, the “director of fun” who oversees Patterson Farm Market and ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Thursday, September 24, 2020 12:05 am

Business

Chamber adds more than 50 new businesses during Total Resource Campaign

SALISBURY — In early August, members of the Rowan County Chamber of Commerce gathered around their computer cameras for yet another Zoom meeting. For this ... Read more

by Ben Stansell, Thursday, September 24, 2020 12:00 am

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