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Kannapolis

Jiggy with the Piggy puts ‘Q’ in the spotlight

KANNAPOLIS — People from far and wide came out over the weekend to eat barbecue and enjoy the perfect weather at the Jiggy with the ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Tuesday, May 9, 2023 12:10 am

Local

Faith, Freedom and Family: Spencer library concert showcases important things in life

SPENCER — Taking time to acknowledge the important things in life might sound simple, but the Spencer Public Library is showing it’s a lost art.  ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Tuesday, May 9, 2023 12:05 am

Lifestyle

Reel therapy: A veteran helps others stay afloat

SALISBURY – Most people can’t fathom what many veterans internally deal with once they get home from serving overseas. Finding the right person to open ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Sunday, May 7, 2023 12:10 am

Local

‘Let’s Ride, Rowan!’ — Prizes offered to promote National Bike Month

SALISBURY—  Spring is finally here and summer is just around the corner, so more people are going outside to take advantage of the warmer weather ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Friday, May 5, 2023 12:03 am

News

Salisbury hires contractor for new fire station, finance terms discussed

SALISBURY — The city of Salisbury has found a contractor to build the new Fire Station 3 and have moved forward with a plan on ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Thursday, May 4, 2023 12:07 am

News

Salisbury awards grants for downtown revitalization projects

SALISBURY — Downtown Salisbury is getting another wave of rejuvenation. On Tuesday night, city council approved of five downtown revitalization incentive grants totaling $250,000 that ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Thursday, May 4, 2023 12:04 am

Business

First Minority Business Trade Show helps spread word for entrepreneurs

SALISBURY — Small businesses need local support to make a true impact and to continue what they are passionate about. After a year of planning ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Sunday, April 30, 2023 12:07 am

Local

‘There’s No Place Like Home’ meeting focuses on housing policies

SALISBURY — In order to hear from members of the community and to spread awareness that April is Fair Housing Month,  Salisbury officials held an ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Friday, April 28, 2023 12:06 am

Kannapolis

Kannapolis delays development approval again — for entirely different reason this time

KANNAPOLIS — After months of delay on approval of a zoning request based on a question of whether or not the developer could be required ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Thursday, April 27, 2023 12:10 am

Kannapolis

Kannapolis City Council postpones decision on rezoning request for Trinity Church, Stirewalt roads — again

KANNAPOLIS — For the past several months, Kannapolis has been mulling the decision to approve the rezoning request for Trinity Church and Stirewalt roads that ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Wednesday, April 26, 2023 12:01 am

Local

Salisbury agrees to grant revisions on new development project

SALISBURY — In February, the Salisbury City Council awarded an incentive grant to Crow Holdings, a Dallas-based real estate investment and development firm,  to build ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Wednesday, April 26, 2023 12:01 am

Lifestyle

Great minds think alike: Local artist understands the big picture

SALISBURY — Robert Toth doesn’t want to stop working. Even after founding RT-Designs USA and accomplishing so much as an artist, Toth is still lit ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Sunday, April 23, 2023 12:10 am

News

Salisbury holds meeting to find out best way to spend grant money

SALISBURY — Every year, the city of Salisbury receives federal grant funds in order to provide decent housing, create a suitable living environment, expand economic ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Sunday, April 23, 2023 12:05 am

Local

New company chosen for Bell Tower Green flagpole

SALISBURY — It may take a little bit longer than people are wanting, but Bell Tower Green will soon have its new flagpole after its ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Sunday, April 23, 2023 12:00 am

Local

Thrive at 35: Rufty-Holmes honors accreditation on anniversary

SALISBURY — Rufty-Holmes Senior Center has been one of the pillars of Rowan County since the 1980s and countless people have been part of the ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Sunday, April 23, 2023 12:00 am

Local

Salisbury allows Duke Energy to build electric vehicle charging station in downtown

SALISBURY — Electric vehicles have started to leave their mark on the car industry and certain communities, including Salisbury, are joining Duke Energy in being ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Thursday, April 20, 2023 12:07 am

Local

Brewery, Salisbury agree to parking lot space lease for special events

SALISBURY — With summer right around the corner, people will be staying out longer and will need a place to hang out into the night. ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Thursday, April 20, 2023 12:05 am

Local

Few voice concern over Salisbury election process at second town hall meeting

SALISBURY — The Salisbury City Council held a second of three town hall meetings on Monday to allow the public to speak on whether there ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Wednesday, April 19, 2023 12:00 am

Local

Preview: Salisbury City Council to discuss parking lot lease agreement

SALISBURY — The Salisbury City Council will consider authorizing the city manager to execute a 12-month lease agreement with New Sarum Brewing Co. regarding the ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Tuesday, April 18, 2023 12:00 am

Local

Historic Salisbury Foundation holds annual meeting, names new president

SALISBURY — Over 50 years ago this month, the Historic Salisbury Foundation was founded in order “to preserve, protect and revitalize the historic fabric of ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Sunday, April 16, 2023 12:00 am

Local

New parks and recreation members tour Salisbury

SALISBURY — While the Salisbury Parks and Recreation department deals with a wide ranging number of programs and facilities, one of the group’s main focuses ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Sunday, April 16, 2023 12:00 am

Local

Advisory committee approves new playground design for Bell Tower Green

SALISBURY — Going into the summer, families have been reaching out to the city of Salisbury to find out when the Bell Tower Green playground ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Friday, April 14, 2023 12:01 am

Local

Historic Salisbury Foundation to hear proposals for potential Salisbury Station sale

SALISBURY — During their annual goal setting retreat, members of the Historic Salisbury Foundation voted to establish a request for proposals to get bids for ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Thursday, April 13, 2023 12:08 am

Local

City of Salisbury using trivia and prizes to spread awareness of National Fair Housing Month

SALISBURY — April is National Fair Housing Month and Salisbury is working hard to make sure people remember that going forward. Every Wednesday this month, ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Wednesday, April 12, 2023 12:08 am

China Grove

Egg drop group: China Grove church provides a fun Easter weekend for kids with an indoor twist

CHINA GROVE — Even on a rainy Saturday afternoon, South China Grove Baptist Church wasn’t going to let some bad weather ruin the Easter Egg ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Tuesday, April 11, 2023 12:10 am

Business

After 40 years, James Taylor retires from Carolina Farm Credit, gets Order of Long Leaf Pine

WOODLEAF — After working for Carolina Farm Credit since the 1980s, James L. Taylor Jr. has entered retirement and has been honored with the Order ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Sunday, April 9, 2023 12:00 am

Faith

Living Last Supper returns for immersive understanding of an artistic masterpiece

SALISBURY — Leonardo da Vinci’s The Last Supper has been one of the most defining religious images for over 500 years. The painting shows Jesus ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Saturday, April 8, 2023 12:10 am

Local

Salisbury Police group gets back to meeting with the public, gives updates

SALISBURY — After not meeting in person for three years due to COVID, the Salisbury Police Department has decided to re-organize its Salisbury Neighborhood Action ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Friday, April 7, 2023 12:06 am

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