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News

Former Salisbury school board chair, longtime Rotarian Reid Leonard died Wednesday

(Correction: An earlier version of this story described the late Reid Leonard, who died on Wednesday, as having directed with the Piedmont Players Theatre. Years ... Read more

by Chandler Inions, Thursday, November 16, 2023 12:07 am

Local

Harold B. Jarrett American Legion Post 342 hosts appreciation luncheon

SALISBURY — A veterans appreciation luncheon was held at Harold B. Jarrett American Legion Post 342 in Salisbury on Nov. 9. It was the seventh ... Read more

by Chandler Inions, Thursday, November 16, 2023 12:00 am

Local

Salisbury the Magazine’s Holiday issue out now

SALISBURY — The latest copy of Salisbury the Magazine’s holiday issue hits racks around town today. This year’s holiday issue spotlights behind-the-scenes efforts that take ... Read more

by Chandler Inions, Thursday, November 16, 2023 12:00 am

Local

Hooked: NC Wildlife prepares for trout restocking project

SALISBURY — Anglers, get your fishing gear ready.  Two Rowan County bodies of water will soon see an uptick in trout following a large undertaking by ... Read more

by Chandler Inions, Wednesday, November 15, 2023 12:10 am

China Grove

China Grove receives $1.175 million from state for local improvements

CHINA GROVE — N.C. Rep. Kevin Crutchfield was recently in China Grove to present a check to present more than $1 million awarded to the town ... Read more

by Chandler Inions, Tuesday, November 14, 2023 12:05 am

Cleveland

Traffic accident results in power outage for 500 homes

CLEVELAND — A Sunday morning traffic accident left approximately 500 Duke Energy customers without power near Cleveland. According to the Duke Energy Outage Map, the ... Read more

by Chandler Inions, Tuesday, November 14, 2023 12:00 am

Business

Age is just a number: Teen finds success with food truck

ROCKWELL — A lot of kids can’t wait for the weekend because it’s a break from school and a chance to play. For 13-year-old Vivian ... Read more

by Chandler Inions, Sunday, November 12, 2023 12:10 am

Elections

Four more years: Landis renews faith in Mayor Meredith Smith

LANDIS — Incumbent Mayor Meredith Smith handily fended off a challenge from Alderman Katie Sells in Tuesday’s election for the town’s executive seat. Smith’s 259 ... Read more

by Chandler Inions, Sunday, November 12, 2023 12:00 am

Elections

From planning board to alderman: Landis resident takes legislative leap

LANDIS — Two seats on the Landis Board of Aldermen were up for grabs during Tuesday’s election. One was secured by the current mayor pro ... Read more

by Chandler Inions, Sunday, November 12, 2023 12:00 am

Cleveland

Depot Street delight: Cleveland Community Day packages small-town charm into fun-filled outing

CLEVELAND — The 2nd annual Cleveland Community Day featured music, food and craft vendors on Depot Street as residents from the town and surrounding area ... Read more

by Chandler Inions, Saturday, November 11, 2023 12:10 am

Local

Honoring their service: Salisbury celebrates Veterans Day

SALISBURY — There are several opportunities to honor veterans on Saturday in Salisbury. Sgt. Alvaro Rosero, a member of the Rowan County Veterans Council, said ... Read more

by Chandler Inions, Friday, November 10, 2023 12:10 am

Local

Funding a vision: Cleveland event showcases, propels sustainable gardening nonprofit Happy Roots

CLEVELAND — Several community members gathered in Cleveland last weekend to celebrate the work of and fundraise for the Rowan County-based nonprofit Happy Roots. One ... Read more

by Chandler Inions, Thursday, November 9, 2023 12:10 am

China Grove

Councilor takes over in China Grove: Rodney Phillips defeats Charles Seaford in Tuesday mayoral race

CHINA GROVE — There will be a new mayor in China Grove after town council member Rodney Phillips defeated the incumbent, Mayor Charles Seaford, in ... Read more

by Chandler Inions, Thursday, November 9, 2023 12:00 am

Cleveland

Cleveland voters retain incumbents, elect a newcomer

CLEVELAND — After the dust settled in Tuesday’s election, two Cleveland commissioners defended their seats, while the race to fill an unexpired term saw a ... Read more

by Chandler Inions, Thursday, November 9, 2023 12:00 am

Elections

Rowan County Election Day results are in

(Numbers in this reporting only reflected Rowan County vote totals. Kannapolis City Council votes take into account totals from Cabarrus County as well. This story ... Read more

by Chandler Inions, Tuesday, November 7, 2023 10:38 pm

Local

All that you can be: Salisbury VA hosts military talent attraction job fair

SALISBURY — Serving in the military helps individuals develop a wide array of skill sets applicable to civilian life, but sometimes that pipeline can be ... Read more

by Chandler Inions, Tuesday, November 7, 2023 12:10 am

News

Salisbury Transit offers free rides on Election Day

SALISBURY — Those with limited mobility options don’t have to worry about missing out on participating in Tuesday’s upcoming election and it won’t cost them ... Read more

by Chandler Inions, Sunday, November 5, 2023 12:00 am

News Main

GALLERY: Scenes from the Balloon Glow and Laser Show

SALISBURY — Houston, we have lift off. Well not quite that much liftoff. Visitors at the Rowan County Fairgrounds, 1560 Julian Road in Salisbury, are ... Read more

by Chandler Inions, Friday, November 3, 2023 6:23 pm

News

Jan Dowling update: volleyball coach is off ventilator, having conversations with family

WINSTON-SALEM — In a sign of good progress, the West Rowan High School volleyball coach who was involved in a serious motorcycle accident on Sunday ... Read more

by Chandler Inions, Wednesday, November 1, 2023 12:10 am

Local

Doubling up: Rowan Vocational Opportunities construction expands operational footprint

SALISBURY — By next May, Rowan Vocational Opportunities plans to have doubled the size of its Salisbury facility. Representatives of the organization commemorated the initiation ... Read more

by Chandler Inions, Tuesday, October 31, 2023 12:10 am

News

West Rowan volleyball coach recovering after motorcycle wreck

(This story has been updated to reflect new information.) ROCKWELL — West Rowan High School volleyball coach Jan Dowling was hospitalized with injuries described as ... Read more

by Chandler Inions, Monday, October 30, 2023 10:49 am

Business

Seeing it through: Cora Greene turns stained-glass passion into profession

SALISBURY — Cora Greene retired from a 30-year career at Rowan Medical Center in March, but she didn’t sit still long. Greene turned her love ... Read more

by Chandler Inions, Sunday, October 29, 2023 12:00 am

Education

RSS passes teacher, coach supplements

SALISBURY — Teachers and coaches in Rowan-Salisbury Schools will get a supplement following a vote from the school board at its most recent meeting. RSS ... Read more

by Chandler Inions, Saturday, October 28, 2023 12:10 am

Local

NYC trip rejuvenates Happy Roots mission just in time for Harvest Dinner

SALISBURY — The Salisbury-based nonprofit Happy Roots has made a name for itself locally, but it’s garnering attention from around the country. Happy Roots Director ... Read more

by Chandler Inions, Saturday, October 28, 2023 12:05 am

Lifestyle

Heart of Salisbury’s newest exhibit features local artist’s work

SALISBURY — Downtown business and wellness center Heart of Salisbury recently hosted a grand opening for an exhibit entitled “Then and Now,” featuring paintings by ... Read more

by Chandler Inions, Saturday, October 28, 2023 12:00 am

Lifestyle

Florist finds fall fun in unique decorations

SALISBURY — Elayne McCoy and her husband, Dennis, live in the Crescent Golf Community in Salisbury. She loves the jewel tones of foliage that surround ... Read more

by Chandler Inions, Saturday, October 28, 2023 12:00 am

Education

In case of emergency: RSS outlines possible relocation plan for Henderson students

SALISBURY — Given the current dilapidated conditions at Henderson Independent High School, the Rowan-Salisbury school board discussed plans to move students from the district’s alternative ... Read more

by Chandler Inions, Thursday, October 26, 2023 12:10 am

Education

‘A historic moment’: Faith Academy welcomes students to its new facility

FAITH — A vision that began two years ago for a community that lost its elementary school has finally come to fruition. Faith Academy Charter ... Read more

by Chandler Inions, Tuesday, October 24, 2023 12:10 am

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