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Consensus emerges, but no decision yet about future of Fibrant

SALISBURY — A consensus emerged Monday among a committee organized to examine the city's fiber optic network — Fibrant is here to stay. Salisbury City ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Tuesday, May 16, 2017 12:10 am

Local

Pickleball popular at Rowan County Senior Games

SALISBURY – Dozens of Rowan County residents have an addiction, and the only cure is more pickleball. Created in 1965, the sport borrows elements of badminton, ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Tuesday, May 16, 2017 12:05 am

Local

Salisbury to consider naming Brenner Ave Greenway for William Peoples

SALISBURY — Two months after his death, the City Council on Tuesday will consider a request to name the Brenner Avenue section of the greenway ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Monday, May 15, 2017 12:10 am

News

Nine decades later, High Rock Dam still changing Yadkin River

SALISBURY — The unprecedented storm still holds records today. When a tropical cyclone centered itself over western North Carolina in 1916, rivers and creeks swelled, roads ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Sunday, May 14, 2017 12:10 am

News

New, flat fee proposed at animal shelter for rescue groups

SALISBURY — Animal rescue groups would be charged a new, flat fee for adoptions under a proposal scheduled for consideration during Monday’s Rowan County Board ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Sunday, May 14, 2017 12:05 am

News

Political notebook: Trump’s action conflicting with Hurricane Matthew promise?

Action taken so far during his time in office may conflict with a promise made in Concord by President Donald Trump. Six months ago, Trump promised ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Saturday, May 13, 2017 12:05 am

Health

Number of local, uninsured children declines; other health statistics remain below state average

SALISBURY — Even as the number of uninsured children improves, data released Wednesday shows Rowan County still has work to do to improve the well-being ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Friday, May 12, 2017 12:22 am

Business

FillTech USA preparing for expansion in Rockwell

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com ROCKWELL — Owners of a manufacturing company in southeastern Rowan County say a planned multimillion-dollar expansion could begin within two weeks. Rockwell-based ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Friday, May 12, 2017 12:05 am

China Grove

Taxes remain unchanged in China Grove’s proposed budget

CHINA GROVE — Property taxes won’t go up next year if the town council sticks with its proposed budget. With notable growth in the tax revenue ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Wednesday, May 10, 2017 12:05 am

Kannapolis

Kannapolis strengthens city’s animal control laws

KANNAPOLIS — Following a city council vote on Monday, pet owners who tie up their dogs outdoors will need to comply with updated city laws. The ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Tuesday, May 9, 2017 12:05 am

Local

Senior Games mini-golf brings a crowd to Dan Nicholas Park

DAN NICHOLAS PARK — En route to an impressive first round score, Betsy Rich let out a burst of excitement during Monday’s Salisbury-Rowan Senior Games ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Tuesday, May 9, 2017 12:00 am

Local

Downtown Salisbury trees removed as sidewalk renovations begin

SALISBURY — City crews on Monday removed a number of downtown trees and began sidewalk renovations. The sidewalk renovations will occur on the 100 block of ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Monday, May 8, 2017 1:33 pm

News

Rowan County Animal Shelter sees volunteers as beneficial addition

SALISBURY — After some initial hesitance about the idea, the Rowan County Animal Shelter now hails the benefits that its volunteer program contributes to daily ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Sunday, May 7, 2017 12:10 am

News

Political notebook: Sen. Tillis says ‘major change’ coming to health care legislation

U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., says the final health care plan passed by Congress must address preexisting conditions and ensure young Americans can stay on ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Saturday, May 6, 2017 12:05 am

Business

Livingstone College unveils mobile kitchen at chamber trade show

SALISBURY — Livingstone College is hitting the road. The college on Thursday unveiled a mobile kitchen that will be used to promote its culinary arts and ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Friday, May 5, 2017 12:05 am

News

GOP health care bill receives support from Rowan’s congressmen

SALISBURY — Rowan County’s congressmen joined the majority on Thursday when the U.S. House passed a GOP bill to repeal and replace the Affordable Care ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Thursday, May 4, 2017 4:11 pm

News

Salisbury to host N.C. Senior Democrats Convention

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — Livingstone College on Saturday will be the site of the 2017 N.C. Senior Democrats Convention. The convention, which starts at ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Thursday, May 4, 2017 12:05 am

Local

Salisbury-Rowan Senior Games bring archery to Ellis Park

ELLIS CROSS ROADS — Standing 60 feet from his target, Bruce McNeely pulled his bowstring to his face, aimed his arrow and let it fly. McNeely, ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Thursday, May 4, 2017 12:04 am

News

State Rep. Warren schedules town hall for May 18

State Rep. Harry Warren will have a town hall meeting May 18 in Salisbury. The meeting is scheduled to start at 6 p.m. in the Rowan ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Wednesday, May 3, 2017 12:05 am

News

Rezoning delayed north of Catawba College

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — With two members absent, the Salisbury City Council on Tuesday decided to wait two weeks to decide on a ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Wednesday, May 3, 2017 12:05 am

Business

Commissioners, state legislators celebrate 100 years of Cheerwine

SALISBURY — County commissioners on Monday publicly celebrated a century of the soft drink born in the south and raised in a glass. In advance of ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Tuesday, May 2, 2017 12:05 am

News

Dukeville water line agreement approved between Duke, Rowan County

SALISBURY — A water line for neighbors of Duke Energy’s Buck Steam Station moved one step closer to the start of construction on Monday when ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Tuesday, May 2, 2017 12:05 am

News

Salisbury City Council to consider Catawba College rezoning

SALISBURY — After approval from the Planning Board, a once-controversial Catawba College rezoning request will be heard on Tuesday by the City Council. Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Monday, May 1, 2017 12:05 am

Health

County’s report shows little improvement in health outcomes

SALISBURY — Locals made limited, if any, improvements in health over the last year, according to a report released last week. Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Sunday, April 30, 2017 12:10 am

Local

County commissioners will consider Duke Energy water line agreement

SALISBURY — The Rowan County Board of Commissioners on Monday could finalize an agreement with Duke Energy for a multi-million-dollar water line near the company’s ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Sunday, April 30, 2017 12:05 am

Business

Starbucks, Kay Jewelers coming to Klumac Road

Starbucks and Kay Jewelers will be the newest additions to a shopping center on Klumac Road. The two new retailers will be located in a three-tenant ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Sunday, April 30, 2017 12:00 am

News

Political notebook: At 100 days, NC voters give Trump 42 percent favorability rating

SALISBURY — As President Donald Trump hit his 100-day mark, a poll released Wednesday found his approval rating among North Carolina voters stood at 42 ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Saturday, April 29, 2017 12:05 am

Kannapolis

NC Department of Transportation secretary speaks in Kannapolis

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com KANNAPOLIS — N.C. Transportation Secretary Jim Trogdon on Wednesday laid out a vision for the state that includes accelerated road construction, ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Thursday, April 27, 2017 12:05 am

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