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Momma Mia: Community Baby Shower and Resource Fair helps local parents

SALISBURY — The expression goes that it takes a village to raise a child. No truer words could be said. For new parents, knowing where ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Thursday, October 19, 2023 12:10 am

Elections

Salisbury City Council forum has candidates speak on what they believe

SALISBURY — The Salisbury City Council is up for re-election in three weeks and residents will soon decide who will lead the city for the ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Wednesday, October 18, 2023 12:10 am

Local

OctoberTour sends patrons on a historic trip through Salisbury

SALISBURY — The history of Salisbury is rich and full of stories that help put in perspective how far the city has come in its ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Tuesday, October 17, 2023 12:10 am

Local

Turning pain into purpose: “Into the Light” unites people through tragedy

SALISBURY — In the early morning hours of Oct. 14, a cold rain poured down on to Salisbury. Even though the weather caused technical difficulties, ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Tuesday, October 17, 2023 12:07 am

News

‘Ladies Night Out’ connects women together and spreads health awareness

SALISBURY — Every October, the Rowan Chamber of Commerce Women in Business program puts on their “Ladies Night Out” celebration to “lift up breast cancer ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Sunday, October 15, 2023 12:05 am

News

Preview: Salisbury City Council to hear about community survey for 10-year housing strategy

SALISBURY — Planning and Neighborhoods Director Hannah Jacobson will lead a presentation to the Salisbury City Council at their next meeting to give an update ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Sunday, October 15, 2023 12:00 am

Local

Amtrak CEO visits Salisbury to speak on the state’s passenger rail system

SALISBURY — On Oct. 11, while many notable officials from all over the area waited for his arrival, Amtrak CEO Stephen Gardner got off the ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Saturday, October 14, 2023 12:10 am

Local

Rowan County Public Health hosts free health fair

SALISBURY — Healthcare in America has always been a hot-button issue for those looking for adequate medical assistance. It’s easier said than done to find ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Friday, October 13, 2023 12:10 am

Elections

The Commission on the Future of NC Elections holds meeting at Catawba College

SALISBURY — In less than a month, Election Day will arrive, allowing all register voters in North Carolina an opportunity to cast their vote in ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Thursday, October 12, 2023 12:04 am

News

Director for the American Business Immigration Coalition speaks at Rotary Club

SALISBURY — From Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, Hispanic Heritage Month acts as a time to recognize a large portion of the population for all ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Wednesday, October 11, 2023 12:06 am

Local

Salisbury holds strategic planning workshop

SALISBURY — On Friday, Salisbury hosted a strategic planning workshop where staff and officials went into detail about its three-to-five-year vision for the city. Representatives ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Tuesday, October 10, 2023 12:10 am

Business

New Ashley Store opens in Salisbury

SALISBURY — When the Kmart on East Innes Street closed, it opened up the possibility for a brand new store to take advantage of its ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Sunday, October 8, 2023 12:10 am

News

New anti-vaping art contest teaches teens about its dangers

SALISBURY — Back in the day, parents fretted over their kids smoking cigarettes. The unhealthy habit claims the lives of over 480,000 people per year ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Sunday, October 8, 2023 12:00 am

Local

Off the rails: Salisbury adapts to new train schedule

SALISBURY — Since July 10, the Salisbury Station on Depot Street has undergone major changes to its Amtrak train schedule. The morning southbound Piedmont train ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Saturday, October 7, 2023 12:05 am

Local

Homeless encampment found at Old Lutheran Cemetery

SALISBURY — On the night of Sept. 21, Fame Preservation Group founder Greg Lambeth was walking around the Old Lutheran Cemetery making sure no one ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Friday, October 6, 2023 12:10 am

Local

Salisbury approves new roof for Hall Gym

SALISBURY — During its Oct. 3 meeting, the Salisbury City Council approved contracts with two companies in order to install a new, single story roof ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Thursday, October 5, 2023 12:10 am

News

Salisbury approves sewer infrastructure for upcoming development

SALISBURY — The Salisbury City Council approved an agreement at its Oct. 3 meeting with Ellis Land Investment Company, LLC totaling $200,000 in sewer utility ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Thursday, October 5, 2023 12:10 am

News

Salisbury Police Chief Smith speaks at Rotary Club

SALISBURY — On Tuesday, Salisbury Police Chief Patrick “P.J.” Smith gave a presentation to the Salisbury Rotary Club in order for residents to have a ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Wednesday, October 4, 2023 12:07 am

News

More than meets the eye: Local clinic helping residents with Medicaid

SALISBURY — Medicaid, for many low-income Americans, is the only accessible way they are able to acquire insurance coverage for themselves and their families. According ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Tuesday, October 3, 2023 12:05 am

Local

Iraq prison guard tells his story in new book

SALISBURY — Veterans who serve overseas witness untold hardships that affect their daily lives when they get back to the states. Each have their own ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Sunday, October 1, 2023 12:08 am

News

Salisbury High Homecoming Parade makes its way down Main Street

SALISBURY — Salisbury High School have been celebrating homecoming all this week to get ready for their big home football game against the South Davidson ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Sunday, October 1, 2023 12:05 am

News

Preview: Salisbury City Council to hold public hearing for annexing 40 acres

SALISBURY — The Salisbury City Council will be holding a public hearing regarding annexation of just over 40 acres of land located on 1810 Enon ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Sunday, October 1, 2023 12:00 am

Local

Senator Elizabeth Dole receives 2023 Thayer Award from West Point

WEST POINT — Senator Elizabeth Dole has spent her entire career as a public servant giving back to others in her home state of North ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Saturday, September 30, 2023 12:08 am

Local

Gold Hill Founder’s Day festival supplies residents with special piece of nostalgia

GOLD HILL — Back in the 1800s, Gold Hill was once a boom town where people came in search of fame and fortune. Now 200 ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Thursday, September 28, 2023 12:10 am

News

Free Bird: a pigeon unexpectedly finds its way to Salisbury

SALISBURY — One night, Grace Beard and her partner Jim Benton were sitting on their back porch enjoying themselves, when suddenly, Benton noticed something underneath ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Thursday, September 28, 2023 12:05 am

Kannapolis

Kannapolis City Council rejects plan for affordable housing project

KANNAPOLIS — During Monday night’s meeting, Kannapolis City Council voted to not support an inducement resolution for an affordable housing project near the intersection of ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Wednesday, September 27, 2023 12:10 am

Local

“Day Out with Thomas” stays on track despite weather

SPENCER — The first official day of fall was Saturday and it sure felt like it. The weather wiped away any memories of summer with ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Tuesday, September 26, 2023 12:10 am

News

Catawba College to host Dr. Francisco Gallegos as part of special Pursuit Series

SALISBURY — Dr. Francisco Gallegos, assistant professor, and Zachary R. Smith Faculty Fellowship at Wake Forest will speak at Catawba College on Oct. 12 as ... Read more

by Brad Dountz, Sunday, September 24, 2023 12:00 am

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