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Education

‘Like sisters’: Cheerleaders share special bond

China Grove Middle School’s eighth grade cheerleading squad is tight-knit. None of the 13 girls were close friends before they started cheering together, but now, ... Read more

by Jeanie Groh, Thursday, December 11, 2014 12:00 am

Education

Jeanie Groh column: Bring on year No. 2

One year ago today, I moved to Salisbury and started my job at the Post. It’s been quite a year, to say the least – ... Read more

by Jeanie Groh, Thursday, December 11, 2014 12:00 am

Education

College provides free programs for the unemployed and under-employed

Rowan Cabarrus Community College’s R3 Career Services is offering numerous career development workshops and resume clinics in December for adults in Rowan and Cabarrus counties. ... Read more

by Jeanie Groh, Thursday, December 11, 2014 12:00 am

Education

Education briefs

“RENT” acting turns into action for Rowan Helping Ministries In Catawba College and Lee Street Theatre’s recent collaborative production of “RENT,” acting turned into action ... Read more

by Jeanie Groh, Thursday, December 11, 2014 12:00 am

Education

Joint Planning Committee suggests revaluation of priorities for school system’s capital projects

The Rowan-Salisbury Board of Education secured $40.5 million of funding earlier this year for a new central office, rebuilding Knox Middle School and consolidating Woodleaf ... Read more

by Jeanie Groh, Wednesday, December 10, 2014 12:00 am

Food

Christmas cupcakes sure to please any audience

As much as I would like to be, I will never be the next Julia Child, Rachel Ray, Giada de Laurentiis or Paula Deen. I’ve ... Read more

by Jeanie Groh, Tuesday, December 9, 2014 12:00 am

Faith

Faith to decide town appointments Tuesday

Faith’s Board of Aldermen will vote on who should fill the town’s appointed positions Tuesday evening at their regular board meeting. The town has three ... Read more

by Jeanie Groh, Tuesday, December 9, 2014 12:00 am

Education

New school board hits the ground running

With a new majority, board members and leadership, the Rowan-Salisbury Board of Education will head in a different direction over the next few years. “This ... Read more

by Jeanie Groh, Tuesday, December 9, 2014 12:00 am

Education

New school board to elect leadership Monday

Monday’s school board meeting will have a definitive impact on the future of the Rowan-Salisbury School System. Newly elected Travis Allen and Dean Hunter join ... Read more

by Jeanie Groh, Sunday, December 7, 2014 12:00 am

Education

Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade ‘not your hometown parade’

Western Carolina University’s Pride of the Mountains marching band students are parade pros – most of them have been parade regulars since high school or ... Read more

by Jeanie Groh, Thursday, December 4, 2014 12:13 am

Education

Don’t forget the Post’s annual Christmas card contest

There’s still time to submit your masterpiece in the Salisbury Post’s annual Christmas card contest. We’ll select the best submissions and run them in the ... Read more

by Jeanie Groh, Thursday, December 4, 2014 12:00 am

Education

Teacher spotlight: Karen Foster

Karen Foster teachers second grade at Cleveland Elementary School. Years teaching: 25 Family: Husband, Ed, son, Zach and daughter, Lauren Favorite food: Italian Favorite color: ... Read more

by Jeanie Groh, Thursday, December 4, 2014 12:00 am

Education

Jeanie Groh column: Making a list, checking it twice

I was scrolling through my Pinterest feed the other day, and there’s no denying it – Christmas time is upon us. Amongst all the DIY ... Read more

by Jeanie Groh, Thursday, December 4, 2014 12:00 am

Education

School board to complete superintendent’s evaluation Thursday

The Rowan-Salisbury Board of Education will meet Thursday to complete Superintendent Dr. Lynn Moody’s evaluation. The meeting is a continuation of a called meeting that ... Read more

by Jeanie Groh, Wednesday, December 3, 2014 12:00 am

Education

Longtime Catawba trustees retire hoping to make room for fresh ideas

Catawba College’s Board of Trustees will look a little different in 2015, as three long-standing trustees have stepped down over the last calendar year. Between ... Read more

by Jeanie Groh, Wednesday, December 3, 2014 12:00 am

Education

Community volunteers meet for updates on Hot Spots

In September, Rowan-Salisbury Superintendent Dr. Lynn Moody asked churches, businesses, civic groups and volunteers to band together and provide 100 Hot Spots throughout the county ... Read more

by Jeanie Groh, Tuesday, December 2, 2014 12:00 am

Landis

Landis explores annexing U.S. 29 in city limits

Landis’ Board of Aldermen approved an initial study that could lead to the annexation of the north and south bound lanes of U.S. 29 from ... Read more

by Jeanie Groh, Tuesday, December 2, 2014 12:00 am

News

Kannapolis Holiday Market supports cottage industries

Those who wanted a different Christmas shopping experience this weekend made their way to Kannapolis’ Holiday Market Friday and Saturday. Soft strains of Christmas music ... Read more

by Jeanie Groh, Monday, December 1, 2014 12:00 am

Crime

Weekend crime round up

Man facing over a dozen charges found hiding in kitchen cabinet A man wanted for skipping out on court and burglary was found hiding in ... Read more

by Jeanie Groh, Monday, December 1, 2014 12:00 am

News

Santa and the Grinch ring in Christmas season at Bell Tower

If you saw the Grinch in downtown Salisbury Saturday, don’t panic — he wasn’t here to steal Christmas. Salisbury kicked off the Christmas season with a ... Read more

by Jeanie Groh, Sunday, November 30, 2014 12:21 am

Landis

Landis’ town meeting to focus on annexed property

Landis’ Board of Aldermen will discuss annexing Monday. The town’s planning board will make zoning recommendations for recently annexed property. The board will also consider ... Read more

by Jeanie Groh, Sunday, November 30, 2014 12:00 am

News

Local teen triples goal, collects 1,500 cans of food for Rowan Helping Ministries

In October, Sydney Lewis set out to collect 500 cans of food for Rowan Helping Ministries. Not only did she achieve her goal, she tripled ... Read more

by Jeanie Groh, Sunday, November 30, 2014 12:00 am

Crime

Blotter

In sheriff’s reports: • Sandy’s One Stop in the 3000 block of East N.C. 152 Highway in Salisbury reported that a subject came into store ... Read more

by Jeanie Groh, Saturday, November 29, 2014 12:00 am

Education

I’m thankful for the education beat

I always like to take some time and reflect on the things I’m thankful for and put it in ink each Thanksgiving. Last year, I ... Read more

by Jeanie Groh, Thursday, November 27, 2014 12:00 am

Education

College club raises funds for Jeff Gordon’s Children’s Hospital

College is about more than just the classes, and at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, students are encouraged to get involved in activities and organizations beyond the ... Read more

by Jeanie Groh, Wednesday, November 26, 2014 12:00 am

Education

North Hills students compete in National Academic Challenge

Five North Hills’ Honors Academy students spent the last two weekends completing the National Academic Challenge fueled with camaraderie, caffeine and cooperation. Tenth graders Avery ... Read more

by Jeanie Groh, Wednesday, November 26, 2014 12:00 am

Education

Locals to lead the way in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

Not only will eight Rowan County natives be in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, they’ll be leading the way. Western Carolina University’s Pride of the ... Read more

by Jeanie Groh, Tuesday, November 25, 2014 12:00 am

Education

Post accepting entries for annual Christmas card contest

Christmas is right around the corner, and it’s time to start thinking about the Salisbury Post’s annual Christmas card contest. We’ll select the best submissions ... Read more

by Jeanie Groh, Sunday, November 23, 2014 12:00 am

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