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Elections

Hudson, Mills close in third quarter fundraising

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — In a year where North Carolina’s U.S. House races haven’t drawn much attention, the 8th District ranks as one ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Tuesday, October 18, 2016 12:05 am

Business

New deal approved for economic development in Granite Quarry

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — Speculative buildings are still planned for an industrial park on Heilig Road. The expected completion date, however, is now ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Tuesday, October 18, 2016 12:05 am

Elections

13th Congressional District candidates differ on whether experience matters

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — In North Carolina’s 13th Congressional District race, experience seems to matter to the Republican and Democratic candidate for different ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Monday, October 17, 2016 12:05 am

Elections

Early voting in presidential election starts Thursday

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — Absentee voting is underway and in-person, early voting for November’s general election starts Thursday. Polls in Rowan County open ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Sunday, October 16, 2016 12:10 am

News

Zoning changes up for consideration during commissioners’ meeting

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — In what’s scheduled to be a short meeting, county commissioners on Friday will consider making multiple changes to the ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Sunday, October 16, 2016 12:05 am

Columnists

Josh Bergeron: First time voters faced with an unappealing choice in 2016

We’ve done ourselves a grave disservice in the 2016 election. In November, American voters will cast ballots in an election that’s filled with candidates we ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Sunday, October 16, 2016 12:05 am

Elections

Political notebook: Clinton, Cooper, Burr lead in NC’s top political races

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com As election day draws closer, polls seem to consistently show Democratic candidate Hillary Clinton with a lead in North Carolina, even ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Saturday, October 15, 2016 12:10 am

Elections

Economic growth takes center stage in 8th District race

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — In the 8th Congressional District race, two candidates agree that economic growth is the most important issue but have ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Friday, October 14, 2016 12:10 am

Elections

Commissioners, school board will have Chamber forums on separate dates

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — Voters waiting for the annual candidate forum at Catawba College may be disappointed this year. During elections, the Rowan ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Friday, October 14, 2016 12:05 am

Elections

Despite controversy, Pierce touts progress during time as commissioner

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — At times, Craig Pierce has been a polarizing figure in local politics because of his words, but he touts his ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Thursday, October 13, 2016 12:05 am

Local

Newest county effort aims to unite Rowan’s 10 municipalities

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — The Declaration of Independence remains an important document in American culture, but county leaders see a need for the ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Monday, October 10, 2016 12:10 am

Elections

In re-election bid, Caskey says county better off than four years ago

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — If the 2016 Rowan County commissioners race involves questions about past performance, Mike Caskey has a list of items ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Monday, October 10, 2016 12:05 am

China Grove

Walkers stroll through China Grove for annual CROP Walk

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com CHINA GROVE — Under clear skies, dozens of people on Sunday walked or ran through town as part of an annual ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Monday, October 10, 2016 12:05 am

Local

OctoberTour gives first public glimpse of Hanford Dole house

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — Steady rain saturated Saturday’s OctoberTour, but didn’t prevent people from piling into the Hanford Dole house for its first ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Sunday, October 9, 2016 12:10 am

Local

In Rowan, no major flooding because of Hurricane Matthew

SALISBURY — Rowan County on Saturday saw a heavy helping of rain but no reports of severe flooding. Outer bands of Hurricane Matthew on Saturday ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Sunday, October 9, 2016 12:05 am

Health

Salisbury VA director touts recent improvements, raises possibility of employment changes

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — More employees may be removed from their current position or fired as a result of two federal investigations into ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Friday, October 7, 2016 12:10 am

China Grove

China Grove could allow alcohol sales during special events

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com CHINA GROVE — A proposed change in local laws to allow limited alcohol consumption in public spaces poses the potential to split town ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Friday, October 7, 2016 12:05 am

BREAKING NEWS

Deal reached to excavate all coal ash in Rowan County

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — All coal ash at Buck Steam Station will be excavated under a settlement announced Wednesday between environmental groups and Duke ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Wednesday, October 5, 2016 5:39 pm

News

Federal investigation: Salisbury VA staff falsified wait time information

SALISBURY — Separate investigations into the Salisbury VA have found a backlog of thousands for radiology exams and evidence that employees at the hospital routinely ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Wednesday, October 5, 2016 3:11 pm

News

Environmental group wants to force governor’s chief of staff to talk about coal ash

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — After he previously wouldn’t answer questions under oath, an environmental group is asking a judge to force Gov. Pat McCrory’s ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Wednesday, October 5, 2016 12:05 am

Elections

In Charlotte, Michelle Obama says we can’t afford to squander the presidency

CHARLOTTE — In a fiery campaign speech on Tuesday, First Lady Michelle Obama outlined the stakes of the 2016 presidential election. Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Tuesday, October 4, 2016 1:56 pm

News

ACLU asks entire 4th Circuit Court to hear prayer case

SALISBURY — Rowan County's prayer lawsuit may not be over yet. The American Civil Liberties Union, on behalf of three Rowan residents, has formally asked a ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Tuesday, October 4, 2016 9:31 am

Columnists

John Hood: Unfunded state liabilities deserve more attention

By John Hood Special to the Salisbury Post STATESVILLE — Judging by what makes the front pages, the top of the newscasts, and the list ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Tuesday, October 4, 2016 12:05 am

Elections

Levy says county government can get better if we think outside the box

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — Rowan can do better than the current crop of county commissioners, says Democrat Veleria Levy. Levy, a 45-year-old Kannapolis ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Tuesday, October 4, 2016 12:05 am

News

Economic development site rezoned to allow wholesaling businesses

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — In a unanimous decision, county commissioners on Monday added two new potential uses for one of Rowan’s best economic ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Tuesday, October 4, 2016 12:00 am

Elections

Political notebook: Fundraiser scheduled to bring in senators from four states

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — Friday is scheduled to be a unique day for local politics. Salisbury has seen senators visit. Salisbury even had one ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Monday, October 3, 2016 12:05 am

Business

Commissioners’ Monday agenda hints at business development in North Rowan

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — County commissioners may have found a suitor for one of Rowan’s best economic development sites. Commissioners have fast-tracked a ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Sunday, October 2, 2016 12:05 am

Elections

County commissioner candidates find agreement on retaining college grads

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — Candidates for Rowan County commissioner all seem to have the same, or similar solutions, for ensuring that college graduates ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Saturday, October 1, 2016 12:05 am

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