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Community celebrates anniversary of Veterans Social Center: Four receive recognitions of honor

A big community-wide party was held April 6 at the West End Plaza to celebrate the second anniversary of the Veterans Social Center. The mission ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Sunday, April 14, 2024 12:10 am

Business

Feeling taxed? Chill Out with free Kona Ice

While Monday, April 15 is tax day, Kona Ice is celebrating its national company-wide “Chill Out” Day to help relieve the stress of tax day, ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Sunday, April 14, 2024 12:00 am

Local

Farmers market to ‘provide food, nutrition, education, fun’: New manager set to begin

SALISBURY — Making the Salisbury Rowan Farmers Market a fun place to be for all ages is what Leigh Anne Powlas, the new manager, wants ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Saturday, April 13, 2024 12:05 am

Local

Colonial celebration held at Old Stone House

Rowan County turned back its calendar to the 1700s on April 6 as an 18th century colonial celebration was held on the property of The ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Friday, April 12, 2024 12:10 am

Local

Students spread kindness through painting project

Wanting to be a part of bettering their community is what motivated the students in South Rowan High School’s Chick-fil-A Leadership Academy to volunteer their ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Thursday, April 11, 2024 12:10 am

Local

Lemonade in Landis to help children

Helping others who are in need is what Jaiden and Rylee Wells of Landis are trying to do whenever they set up their lemonade stand, ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Wednesday, April 10, 2024 12:10 am

Local

Science festival focuses on space with nod to eclipse

CHINA GROVE — In conjunction with the 2024 North Carolina Science Festival and in recognition of the April 8 solar eclipse, a star party was ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Tuesday, April 9, 2024 12:10 am

Business

Loteria! opens in downtown Salisbury

A steady stream of customers came with groups gathering around tables outside and others waiting inside to order during the April 5 grand opening of ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Sunday, April 7, 2024 12:10 am

Local

Mysterious and spooky: Carson theatre troupe to perform The Addams Family

CHINA GROVE — They are a great big family coming together to share the story of another family. And the community can watch it unfold ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Saturday, April 6, 2024 12:10 am

Education

‘Persist’ — Catawba speaker addresses shifting social, economic trends

SALISBURY — “Making Social and Economic Change” was the topic of the morning April 2 at Catawba College as Dr. Deb Figart, of Pennsylvania and ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Thursday, April 4, 2024 12:05 am

News

Second Saturday art fun scheduled

Art lovers of all ages can enjoy some special events April 13 during Waterworks Visual Art Center’s Second Saturday classes. For the young artists, ages ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Tuesday, April 2, 2024 12:05 am

News

New farmers market on the horizon: Special interest meeting announced

Farmers markets are growing in downtown Salisbury with the introduction of a new one, Church Street Market, and organizers are inviting the community to be ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Tuesday, April 2, 2024 12:05 am

Business

Rowan Helping Ministries honors volunteers

SALISBURY — Rowan Helping Ministries held its annual Volunteer Appreciation Banquet on March 19 at St. John’s Lutheran Church to honor its volunteers for their ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Sunday, March 31, 2024 12:00 am

Gold Hill

Festival is golden opportunity for artists and crafters: Applications due May 25

GOLD HILL — The Gold Hill Merchants’ Association is hosting its 11th annual Gold Rush Art and Craft Festival and is inviting area artists and ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Sunday, March 31, 2024 12:00 am

News

Tournament hole in one fore school

SALISBURY — Essie Academy held its inaugural golf fundraiser March 15 at Corbin Hill Golf Club in Salisbury with James Allison, the school’s golf coach, ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Sunday, March 31, 2024 12:00 am

Lifestyle

For our featured friends: Waterworks’ workshop teaches birdhouse building

SALISBURY — According to the North Carolina Extension website, spring brings not only a change in the weather and lots of blooming flowers, but also ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Saturday, March 30, 2024 12:10 am

Faith

Images impact visitors to Station of the Cross

Stations of the Cross, a longtime Christian tradition, has been defined as a spiritual pilgrimage, following a designed path and with some, viewing images symbolizing ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Thursday, March 28, 2024 12:05 am

News

A heart for the community: Heart Ball Fund provides for those in need

Having a heart for the community and working together to address heart-related needs is what the Salisbury Rowan Heart Fund Ball and its committee is ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Tuesday, March 26, 2024 12:05 am

News

Celebrating Women’s History Month

Throughout March, the Salisbury Post has been taking a look at women who have made groundbreaking achievements during their lifetime in recognition of Women’s History ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Tuesday, March 26, 2024 12:00 am

Spirit of Rowan

Spirit of Rowan: Explore and expand your horizons

SALISBURY — Imagine being able to visit a rainforest, outer space and the wetlands, all without leaving Rowan County. Students can do all this and ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Sunday, March 24, 2024 12:00 am

News

Spirit of Rowan: A store for outdoor enthusiasts and great place to hang out

SALISBURY — Described as a great place to hang out, Backcountry & Beyond is more than just an outdoor store. Owner/operator Jeff Moose likes to ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Sunday, March 24, 2024 12:00 am

News

Spirit of Rowan: Rolling out cyclists: Pedal Factory aims to make bikes accessible to everyone

Making bikes accessible to everyone, whether they are used for transportation, recreation or to improve one’s health, is the mission of The Pedal Factory, a ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Sunday, March 24, 2024 12:00 am

Local

Natural classroom hosts hundreds of students for Envirothon

ROWAN COUNTY — Dan Nicholas Park became a huge classroom for more than 200 students as they participated in the 2024 Southern Piedmont Envirothon, a ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Saturday, March 23, 2024 12:10 am

News

Early literacy: Smart Start Rowan hosts annual Ritchie Champion for Young Children Celebration

Presentations, surprises, recognitions and fellowship were all on the menu for the 9th annual Smart Start Rowan’s Dr. Shirley P. Ritchie Champion for Young Children ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Thursday, March 21, 2024 12:10 am

Local

Celebrating Women’s History Month: Blanche Spencer Robertson

Throughout March, the Salisbury Post will be taking a look at women who have made some groundbreaking achievements during their lifetime in recognition of Women’s ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Thursday, March 21, 2024 12:00 am

China Grove

China Grove Farmers Market set to begin May 7: Vendors and sponsors can still join

CHINA GROVE — Spring is here, and with its arrival is the desire to get out and plant or enjoy the bounty that others have ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Tuesday, March 19, 2024 12:05 am

Local

Historic Salisbury Foundation’s Fink takes on new role

SALISBURY — Rachel Fink is building up additional responsibilities at the Historic Salisbury Foundation as she serves as office manager and revolving fund project manager ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Sunday, March 17, 2024 12:05 am

News

Celebrating Women’s History Month

March is Women’s History Month, an annual observance to highlight the contributions of women in history and society. During the month, the Salisbury Post is ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Sunday, March 17, 2024 12:00 am

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