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Business

Manufacturing Express bus rolls into Salisbury: Power Curbers recognized

SALISBURY — The AEM Manufacturing Express rolled through Salisbury making its 51st stop as it visited Power Curbers, recognizing them for their commitment to manufacturing ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Sunday, September 8, 2024 12:00 am

News

Cheerwine advances to semifinals in ‘coolest things’ contest

SALISBURY — Salisbury’s Cheerwine has made it to the semifinals in the fifth annual “Coolest Thing Made in N.C.” online competition. In a release, it ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Friday, September 6, 2024 12:06 am

News

Volunteers sought for Patriot Day observance: Carry The Load to host community project

SALISBURY — A special community event has been planned for Sept. 11 at the Salisbury National Cemetery, 202 Government Road, and is being hosted by ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Thursday, September 5, 2024 12:07 am

News

Mpox risk low in Rowan County: Vaccination only recommended for specific populations 

In a press release from Courtney Meece, community manager with Rowan County Public Health, she shared about the ongoing outbreak of Mpox in central Africa ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Wednesday, September 4, 2024 12:07 am

News

A cappella group forming for those who ‘wanna sing’

SALISBURY — Wanna sing? Those who enjoy singing a cappella harmony have a new outlet for it, as they can join a group being formed ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Tuesday, September 3, 2024 12:10 am

News

Governor proclaims September Smart Start Month: NC Partnership for Children celebrates special month

Gov. Roy Cooper has proclaimed September as Smart Start Month, and this proclamation acknowledges the Smart Start Network’s commitment for more than 30 years of ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Tuesday, September 3, 2024 12:05 am

Business

Grand opening celebration held for Salisbury’s Northeast Digestive Center

SALISBURY — It was a day to celebrate. An Aug. 29 special grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony were held to mark the opening of ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Sunday, September 1, 2024 12:10 am

Lifestyle

Native American artist shares his story and artwork

SALISBURY — Beginning with a traditional greeting at the Aug. 22 presentation of his artwork at Waterworks Visual Arts Center, artist and educator John Beheler, ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Saturday, August 31, 2024 12:00 am

News

Cruisin’ For Nick: benefit car show set for Sept. 7

KANNAPOLIS — A benefit cruise-in and car show is planned for Sept. 7, with proceeds going to help with medical expenses for 15-year-old Nick Smith ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Thursday, August 29, 2024 12:00 am

News

Back to school conference offered ways to help parents

Helping parents was the purpose of the Back to School Parent Conference, said Rev. Dean Hunter, pastor of Central Baptist Church in Kannapolis, which served ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Tuesday, August 27, 2024 12:10 am

Kannapolis

Prospect Presbyterian Church to celebrate bicentennial

Prospect Presbyterian Church will be celebrating a major milestone Sept. 8 as it will be the church’s 200th anniversary. Located in Rowan County at 9425 ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Tuesday, August 27, 2024 12:05 am

News

Latest edition of Salisbury Magazine is available

The September 2024 Salisbury the Magazine has rolled out and has hit the stands featuring a story about some special tractors made from recycled materials. ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Tuesday, August 27, 2024 12:00 am

News

Making a change, spreading kindness: Ms. Petite 2024 brings awareness to eating disorders

SALISBURY — Using her platform from her recent pageants and personal experience, Erica Leigh Averill of Salisbury wants to change both her community and the ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Thursday, August 22, 2024 12:05 am

Local

Medication Take Back Week slated for Aug. 26-30

Those with old medication that needs to be disposed of have multiple locations and days to do so this month. A Medication Take Back Week ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Tuesday, August 20, 2024 12:00 am

Local

‘They changed my life’: ReWalk Exoskeleton helps resident walk

SALISBURY — “I’m blessed.” Those are the words that Caren Landis of Salisbury used to describe her life both before and after getting her ReWalk ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Saturday, August 17, 2024 12:10 am

News

A trip down memory lane: found treasures bring special memories 

Instilled with the love of learning by her mother, Mary Sechler of Salisbury has special memories of her school years and some of the books ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Thursday, August 15, 2024 12:05 am

China Grove

Seat of honor: Antique high chair has special place in McCorkle family

CHINA GROVE — Handcrafted close to 179 years ago by a member of the McCorkle family, an antique high chair remains in the family and ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Sunday, August 11, 2024 12:10 am

Business

Showing care and compassion are part of Care Medical Supply’s mission

As reflected in Care Medical Supply’s name, those who run this family owned business, want to provide care and compassion to those who need their ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Sunday, August 11, 2024 12:00 am

News

And the band played on: Salisbury native is Ravens’ family member

SALISBURY — It’s preseason football time, and one Salisbury native is very excited about the start of it. Madison Smith, who played in both the ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Thursday, August 8, 2024 12:07 am

Business

Internship turns into 22-year career for local resident

SALISBURY — July 25 was National Intern Day, a day to recognize the contributions interns make where they work and is a time to say ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Sunday, August 4, 2024 12:10 am

Lifestyle

Lace museum opens in Raleigh: Salisbury resident donates items for exhibit

SALISBURY — Lacemaking is an artform that has been around for a long time, but there are not many museums in the United States that ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Saturday, August 3, 2024 12:05 am

Local

Traveling trophy has home at Power Curbers

SALISBURY — The 2024 Novant Health Workplace Wellness Cup traveling trophy award has a new home for the year. About midway through the 10th annual ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Wednesday, July 31, 2024 12:10 am

Local

Dragon Boat Festival boasts teamwork and community

(Editor’s note: After several conversations, both internal and external, we decided to change the headline from Tuesday’s story about the Dragon Boat Festival. The original headline was ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Tuesday, July 30, 2024 12:10 am

Business

Getting to the point: Acupuncturist opens Salisbury location

SALISBURY — Dealing with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis at an early age drew Tracy Krohn into changing her career and going back to school to study ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Sunday, July 28, 2024 12:00 am

Local

Home turf — Golf course superintendent 40-year career drawing to close

SALISBURY — The love of agronomy began at an early age for Ron Bivins as he started mowing lawns at approximately 8 to 10, and ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Thursday, July 25, 2024 12:10 am

News

Latest edition of Salisbury Magazine is available

The August 2024 issue of Salisbury the Magazine has hit the newsstands revealing some up close views of the wonders of wildlife, nature and birds ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Thursday, July 25, 2024 12:00 am

Local

Community flocks together to help support family

SALISBURY — Several flamingo flocks have been sighted in the Salisbury area, and wherever they land, they are helping support a good cause. This flamingo ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Wednesday, July 24, 2024 12:10 am

Faith

Faith debuts National Night Out event

FAITH — The town of Faith will be debuting its first National Night Out this year with a special event planned for Aug. 3 to ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Tuesday, July 23, 2024 12:05 am

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