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Elections

Trump campaign comes to downtown Salisbury

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — America should elect a female president one day, but it shouldn’t be Hillary Clinton, said North Carolina native Lara ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Thursday, September 15, 2016 12:05 am

News

Local legislators: House Bill 2 repeal ‘shouldn’t even be a question’

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — As the steady drumbeat of cancellations continues, Rowan County’s state legislators say they won’t consider a full repeal of ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Wednesday, September 14, 2016 12:05 am

Local

Environmental group: River contains elevated arsenic levels

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — A state environmental group is using water quality tests released Tuesday to argue that Duke Energy is polluting the ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Wednesday, September 14, 2016 12:05 am

Business

Rowan Chamber of Commerce travels to D.C. for business summit

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — With its visit to Washington, D.C. this week, the Rowan County Chamber of Commerce hopes to ensure “the bureaucratic ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Wednesday, September 14, 2016 12:00 am

News

Yadkin Riverkeeper secures $1 million settlement in Union County case

SALISBURY — The Yadkin Riverkpeer has reached a million-dollar settlement related to lawsuits over a planned road in Union County. Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Tuesday, September 13, 2016 12:05 am

Elections

Lara Trump to speak at downtown Salisbury event

SALISBURY — A member of the Trump family will speak during an event this week at downtown’s newest restaurant. Lara Trump, the daughter-in-law of GOP presidential ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Tuesday, September 13, 2016 12:05 am

Letters

Letters to the editor — Tuesday (9-13-2016)

Symphony marks 50 years, deserves 50 more Imagine a small town like Salisbury having a large symphony orchestra of 75-85 paid musicians, making it the ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Tuesday, September 13, 2016 12:03 am

Elections

Endorsements in school board race draw ire from those left out

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — Voters won’t see party affiliation next to the names of Rowan-Salisbury School Board candidates, but local political parties already have ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Sunday, September 11, 2016 12:10 am

Local

After months of searching, Parhams receive positive cancer news

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — The Parham family was understandably excited when they received a call from Duke University doctors this week. Doctors delivered ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Sunday, September 11, 2016 12:06 am

Local

September 11 ceremony honors first responders

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — On Friday morning, first responders from across Rowan County gathered to remember a moment that no one will ever ... Read more

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

Elections

Political notebook: Debates scheduled across NC for lesser-known races

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com Candidates for down-ballot races will get their time to shine this month during three debate events scheduled at sites across North ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Saturday, September 10, 2016 12:05 am

Elections

In Charlotte, Clinton encourages voters to elect new governor, senator

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com CHARLOTTE — Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton on Thursday suggested that North Carolina voters should elect a new governor and U.S. ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Friday, September 9, 2016 12:10 am

Local

Local nonprofit Pedal Factory looking for more bikes

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — After seeing ample success in its first few months, one local nonprofit needs help to keep people rolling down local ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Friday, September 9, 2016 12:05 am

Elections

Early voting hours get state approval

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — By a unanimous count, the N.C. Board of Elections on Thursday approved Rowan County’s early voting plan. Thursday’s vote ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Friday, September 9, 2016 12:05 am

Elections

Board of elections starts mailing absentee ballots Friday

SALISBURY — Election day isn't until Nov. 8, but Rowan voters who don't want to wait can get their ballots sooner. Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Thursday, September 8, 2016 12:05 am

Local

County tentatively approves offer on vacant West Innes building

SALISBURY — Rowan County Commissioners hope to avoid a potentially expensive demolition process by selling a large, vacant building on West Innes Street for $20,000. Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Thursday, September 8, 2016 12:05 am

Local

Following school consolidation, community park a possibility in Woodleaf

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — What will happen to Woodleaf Elementary School once it’s vacated? County commissioners may have the answer. During a commissioners ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Wednesday, September 7, 2016 12:05 am

China Grove

Homes in China Grove will receive free services from Duke Energy

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com CHINA GROVE — Starting next week, Duke Energy will provide free energy efficiency help to an estimated 700 homes within the ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Wednesday, September 7, 2016 12:05 am

Elections

With Trump as GOP nominee, local Democrats hope to change voting trends

SALISBURY — Motivated by the candidacy of Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump, local Democrats aim to turn Rowan County blue. Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Tuesday, September 6, 2016 12:10 am

Health

With dire cancer diagnosis, Rowan family hopes for help finding a doctor

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com CHINA GROVE — Danielle Wilkes was sitting next to her mother after a day at work when she suddenly felt a ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Monday, September 5, 2016 12:05 am

Crime

Seven arrested Saturday, Sunday for DWI charges

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — Across Rowan County, a total of seven people were arrested over the weekend for drinking and driving charges. The ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Monday, September 5, 2016 12:05 am

News

County’s 10-year parks plan to be presented Tuesday

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — Could Rowan County see a public swimming area on High Rock Lake, a dog park at Dan Nicholas and a ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Sunday, September 4, 2016 12:05 am

Local

Failed state inspection brings new animal shelter cleaning practices

SALISBURY — A failed state inspection last week by the Rowan County Animal Shelter will result in significant changes to cleaning practices. Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Saturday, September 3, 2016 10:53 am

Local

Edds: Balance needed to fund animal shelter, other departments

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — Ensuring the Rowan County Animal Shelter meets community standards is a balancing act, according to County Commissioners Chairman Greg ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Thursday, September 1, 2016 12:05 am

News

Letters notify 171 houses in Dukeville of plans for water supply

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — A total of 171 houses in the Dukeville community could receive a new, permanent water supply because of potential ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Thursday, September 1, 2016 12:05 am

Local

County fires first veterinarian after three weeks

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — After just three weeks on the job, Rowan county has fired its first-ever veterinarian. Dr. Robert Krawczyk, who started ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Wednesday, August 31, 2016 12:10 am

Local

Philanthropist reconsidering future projects after shelter’s failed inspection

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — You can give Rowan County a $1 million cat wing, but that won’t ensure the new facility operates properly, ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Wednesday, August 31, 2016 12:03 am

BREAKING NEWS

Rowan County Animal Shelter fails state inspection

By Josh Bergeron josh.bergeron@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — The Rowan County Animal Shelter failed an Aug. 23 inspection because of sanitation problems, inadequate record keeping and various other issues. ... Read more

by Josh Bergeron, Tuesday, August 30, 2016 6:07 am

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