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Education

During forum, school board candidates offer opinions about issues facing RSS

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — It turns out there’s not a consensus among school board candidates about the most important issue facing the Rowan-Salisbury ... Read more

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

Local

With good start, last days of 2016 fair look promising

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — Rain isn’t an unusual sight during the Rowan County Fair, and this year the annual event got off to ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Friday, September 30, 2016 12:15 am

Crime

Former congressional candidate arrested on drug charges

SALISBURY — Earlier this year, Mooresville attorney George Rouco was running to represent parts of Rowan County in the 13th Congressional District. Now, Rouco is ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Wednesday, September 28, 2016 11:00 am

Local

Third offer received in county’s West Innes bidding process

SALISBURY — Rowan County government on Tuesday received its third offer in an upset bid process for a building and adjacent property at 1236 W. ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Wednesday, September 28, 2016 12:07 am

Local

I-85 welcome sign idea draws ire of planning board

SALISBURY — A proposal to place massive, welcome signs on I-85 isn't sitting well with some members of the county's planning board. Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Wednesday, September 28, 2016 12:05 am

Elections

Who won debate? Depends on who you ask

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — Reaction wasn’t surprising to the first presidential debate between candidates Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump. Local Republicans declared a ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Tuesday, September 27, 2016 12:31 am

Local

Proposed zoning change raises questions about High Rock Lake access

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — A planning board meeting scheduled to be relatively noncontroversial turned into the opposite on Monday, when concerns were raised ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Tuesday, September 27, 2016 12:00 am

News

Dissent in Rowan prayer lawsuit could affect future of case

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — One judge’s opinion could have a significant impact on the future of Rowan County’s prayer case. By a 2-1 ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Sunday, September 25, 2016 12:10 am

Local

Rowan County Fair kicks off to clear skies

Without a cloud in sight, the Rowan County Fair attracted crowds Friday for its opening night. With vendors, rides, food, animals and other attractions waiting ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Saturday, September 24, 2016 12:10 am

News

Political notebook: New polling shows McCrory as only trailing Republican

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com A batch of polling released this week gives new insights into some of North Carolina’s top three political races. A total ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Saturday, September 24, 2016 12:05 am

Local

Alcoa receives long-term federal license for Yadkin dams

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — After years of trying, Alcoa has received a federal operating license for its dams on the Yadkin River. Issued ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Friday, September 23, 2016 12:10 am

Elections

Blue touts private-sector experience in bid for treasurer

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — In his bid for the state treasurer, Democrat Dan Blue III touts his resumé as a factor that uniquely ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Friday, September 23, 2016 12:05 am

Local

Outdoor lighting coming to NC Transportation Museum

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SPENCER — Recent renovation efforts at the NC Transportation Museum have reached $4.8 million with the latest state announcement. Natural and ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Thursday, September 22, 2016 12:03 am

Local

Rowan County Fair starts Friday

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — In 2015, storms stopped the Rowan County fair before events could really get started. This year, fair organizers are ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Thursday, September 22, 2016 12:00 am

Elections

Local veteran featured during High Point Trump rally

HIGH POINT — Local veteran advocate Rodney Cress says he doesn't usually participate in public, political activities. Tuesday was the exception. Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Wednesday, September 21, 2016 12:09 am

Business

Third proposal for east Rowan Dollar General gets denied

SALISBURY — One day, a Dollar General may come to east Rowan, but Monday wasn't that day. Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Wednesday, September 21, 2016 12:05 am

Crime

Shooting incident halts youth football practice in West End

SALISBURY — Gunshots came dangerously close to a youth football practice at the Miller Recreation Center on Tuesday. Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Wednesday, September 21, 2016 12:05 am

Elections

After New York bombing, Trump talks immigration at High Point University

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com HIGH POINT — After a weekend bombing in New York City, Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump focused on national security and terrorism ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Tuesday, September 20, 2016 4:02 pm

News

Federal court rules in Rowan’s favor, overturns lower court in controversial prayer lawsuit

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — Rowan County commissioners on Monday scored a major court victory when a federal appeals court, by a 2-1 count, ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Tuesday, September 20, 2016 12:05 am

News

County’s new laws aim to require more humane dog restraints

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — In a rare divided vote, Rowan County commissioners on Monday approved a measure that will have a significant affect ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Tuesday, September 20, 2016 12:00 am

BREAKING NEWS

Fourth Circuit overturns lower court ruling in Rowan prayer case

SALISBURY — In a 2-1 decision, the U.S. Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals on Monday ruled in favor of Rowan County in its prayer lawsuit. Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Monday, September 19, 2016 12:40 pm

Local

Rowan bars local resident from coming to animal shelter

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — Rowan County has banned people from animal shelter adoptions before, but on Monday it went one step further. The ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Monday, September 19, 2016 12:21 pm

Elections

In county commissioners race, Lyerly sees self as better alternative

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — County commissioners candidate Mark Lyerly could make history in November. There’s never been a Libertarian candidate elected to the ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Monday, September 19, 2016 12:05 am

Elections

Are you still registered to vote? Inactivity could complicate election day for some voters

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — If it’s been a while since you last voted in a general election, you may be forced to cast ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Sunday, September 18, 2016 12:10 am

Business

Rockwell company planning expansion, requests tax incentives

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — A local company has plans to add 23 new jobs and build a new manufacturing facility in Rockwell. FillTech ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Sunday, September 18, 2016 12:05 am

Business

Rowan County Airport set for name change

SALISBURY — The Rowan County Airport will soon cease to exist. Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Saturday, September 17, 2016 12:10 am

Elections

Political notebook: Cress named to Burr’s veteran leadership team

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com The campaign of U.S. Sen. Richard Burr, R-N.C., has picked a local resident for a veterans’ group. Vietnam veteran and retired ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Saturday, September 17, 2016 12:05 am

Local

Interest picks up for county’s West Innes building

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — There may be significant interest in the county’s vacant West Innes Street building after all. For months, years even, ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Friday, September 16, 2016 12:05 am

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