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Down on the farm: Creating memories, welcoming holiday season at Patterson Farm

Holly Jolly Days at Patterson Farm Market and Tours had all of the ingredients for family fun, and many came to indulge in the special ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Tuesday, December 19, 2023 12:10 am

Christmas Happiness

Card crew: Christmas Happiness Fund donation honors bridge group

Dinah Carpenter shared three times the happiness with that number of donations to the annual Christmas Happiness Fund. Two of the donations recognized some special ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Tuesday, December 19, 2023 12:06 am

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‘A true blessing’ – Salvation Army captain encouraged by community support in Angel Tree program

SALISBURY — “It’s been a blessing, a true blessing,” shared Captain Teresa Bush with the Salvation Army of Rowan County, as she reflected on the ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Sunday, December 17, 2023 12:00 am

Local

Scout Troop 448’s first girl working to receive Eagle Scout

(Updated: A previous version of this story had the Scout Troop number listed as 4448.) SALISBURY — Restoration work and planting is taking place at ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Thursday, December 14, 2023 12:10 am

Christmas Happiness

Preschool students contribute to Christmas Happiness Fund

SALISBURY — Students at First United Methodist Church Preschool came bearing two gifts on Wednesday. One was their gift of music as they entered the ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Thursday, December 14, 2023 12:05 am

Education

Corriher-Lipe students practice lesson in kindness

LANDIS — The power of actions plus words equals kindness. That’s the lesson that math teacher Emily Carden wanted to pass along to the eighth ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Thursday, December 14, 2023 12:00 am

Local

‘We wanted to help them’ – Landis sisters pitch in make someone else’s Christmas

As the adage goes, “when life gives you lemons, make lemonade” describes exactly what Jaiden and Rylee Wells, ages 10 and 9, respectively, have done ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Wednesday, December 13, 2023 12:05 am

Christmas Happiness

Humane Society volunteer uses Christmas Happiness Fund to honor unsung heroes of the organization

SALISBURY — Wanting to say thank you is why Dottie Rebhan said she wanted to give to the Christmas Happiness Fund in honor of all ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Sunday, December 10, 2023 12:00 am

Local

Veterans, children come together at Christmas

SALISBURY — Sights and sounds of Christmas were evident at the Harold B. Jarrett American Legion Post 342 building as a party was being hosted ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Saturday, December 9, 2023 12:10 am

Christmas Happiness

Local Salvation Army takes on new leadership

SALISBURY — The Salvation Army of Rowan County has someone new at the helm. Captain Teresa Bush, who came to the area from division headquarters ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Thursday, December 7, 2023 12:05 am

News

Christmas trees and a trip to old London mark annual event

ROCKWELL — If you listen closely as you near the Rockwell Museum, you just might hear the vendors hawking their wares or the Yeoman of ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Thursday, December 7, 2023 12:00 am

News

‘You have to fight. Don’t ever give up.’ – Lung cancer survivor chronicle her recovery

SALISBURY — A fighter since she suffered a stroke a little over 10 years ago, Martha Rose faced another battle this year when she was ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Wednesday, December 6, 2023 12:05 am

Local

‘Very humbling’ — Local author receives Women of Empowerment Award

CHINA GROVE — Honored for both her literary achievements and her volunteer contributions, Jan McCanless earned the Women of Empowerment Award. “It’s very flattering,” she ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Sunday, December 3, 2023 12:05 am

Business

Have fun at Christmas tree farm: Tips offered on selecting and keeping trees

SALISBURY — For many, decorating for Christmas starts immediately after Thanksgiving, and for those who want a live tree, it’s important to know how to ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Sunday, December 3, 2023 12:00 am

Local

Learning from others is lesson of new book

SALISBURY — Levi McCombs, 11, is considering becoming an author for a career, and he already has one book to his credit. Levi is the ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Thursday, November 30, 2023 12:06 am

Business

Revived building offers community place to gather

By Karen Kistler karen.kistler@salisburypost.com SPENCER — The love of dancing brought them together, and Francisco and Connie Dinkler Martinez want to share their knowledge and ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Saturday, November 25, 2023 11:48 pm

Local

Mount Ulla family helps others make Christmas memories

By Karen Kistler karen.kistler@salisburypost.com MOUNT ULLA — Because of Josiah and Ezra Chester, Christmas for others in the area will be brighter and a memory ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Saturday, November 25, 2023 9:19 am

News

Friendsgiving at Rowan Public Library West

By Karen Kistler karen.kistler@salisburypost.com CLEVELAND — Friendsgiving was the theme for a recipe swap, which was set for the afternoon on Nov. 18 at the ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Wednesday, November 22, 2023 12:05 am

Local

Blessings shared: The Reach Church hosts Thanksgiving meal

By Karen Kistler karen.kistler@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — On Saturday afternoon, members of The Reach Church were once again doing as their name says, reaching out to ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Tuesday, November 21, 2023 12:10 am

Business

Salisbury small business owner seeks hand from community

SALISBURY — Knowing that Salisbury is a good, strong community, Michelle Gannon wanted to be a part of it and extend her business, which was ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Sunday, November 19, 2023 12:00 am

Local

Stroke of genius: Golf tournament benefits RSS summer meals program

SALISBURY — It was a hole in one for the children. For the sixth year, the Rowan-Salisbury School’s Summer Meals Program and specifically its Yum ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Tuesday, November 14, 2023 12:05 am

East Spencer

East Spencer calls on Mayor Mallett for another term

EAST SPENCER — Barbara Mallett, who, by a margin of 158-22 votes, will once again be at the helm as mayor of East Spencer, thus ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Sunday, November 12, 2023 12:00 am

Local

‘A Night of Memories’ – Rowan Museum hosts gala celebrating dual anniversaries

SALISBURY — It will truly be a night of memories as the Rowan Museum will be hosting a special gala Nov. 18 in the Robert ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Saturday, November 11, 2023 12:05 am

News

Making someone’s day is easy as pie

SALISBURY — Buy a pie, help a senior, it’s that easy. And that’s what Meals on Wheels Rowan is once again offering to help provide ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Thursday, November 9, 2023 12:05 am

East Spencer

East Spencer community organizer knocks off long-term alderman on Election Day

EAST SPENCER — After the votes were tallied for the Nov. 7 election, George Jackson received the third highest number of votes for the alderman ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Thursday, November 9, 2023 12:00 am

Elections

Spencer renews confidence in Mayor Jonathan Williams

SPENCER — Winning by a large margin, Jonathan Williams has retained his position of mayor of Spencer, receiving 206 votes to challenger Tom Strini’s 36 ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Thursday, November 9, 2023 12:00 am

China Grove

Wish you were here: China Grove workshop deals with grief around the holidays

The holidays are fast approaching and for those who have lost a loved one, these days will look different and be more of a challenge ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Wednesday, November 8, 2023 12:04 am

Local

Leading by example: The late Wallas Hylton’s daughter reflects on his teachings

SALISBURY — While not a teacher by vocation, Wallas Hylton was a teacher throughout his life, leading by example. Whether it was through his faith, ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Tuesday, November 7, 2023 12:06 am

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