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Business

Biz Roundup: Three Rivers Land Trust recognizes outgoing board members

SALISBURY — Three Rivers Land Trust has recognized three outgoing board members during its regular board of directors meeting earlier this month. The three outgoing ... Read more

by Madeline Wagoner, Sunday, June 26, 2022 12:00 am

Local

City of Salisbury hosts open house on Fisher Street bridge possibilities

SALISBURY — Community members gathered Thursday in City Hall for an interactive discussion with planning and public works officials for a presentation on the future ... Read more

by Madeline Wagoner, Friday, June 24, 2022 12:02 am

Crime

Blotter for June 18-19

In weekend crime reports: • Craig William Walker II, 31, was charged with felony probation violation Friday after defrauding a drug screen with a device ... Read more

by Madeline Wagoner, Monday, June 20, 2022 7:57 pm

Ask Us

Ask Us: Why do newspaper articles capitalize Black but not white?

Editor’s note: Ask Us is a weekly feature published online Mondays and in print on Tuesdays. We’ll seek to answer your questions about items or trends ... Read more

by Madeline Wagoner, Monday, June 20, 2022 7:49 pm

Local

Head-on collision leads to one fatality on Sherrills Ford Road

SALISBURY — A man died when his car struck a telephone pole on Sherrills Ford Road in Salisbury about 3:50 a.m. Saturday morning according to ... Read more

by Madeline Wagoner, Monday, June 20, 2022 7:17 pm

Local Events

Salisbury-Rowan NAACP remembers history, looks forward during Juneteenth celebration

SALISBURY — Community members across the county came out to Bell Tower Green this weekend for fellowship and celebration of Juneteenth. On June 19, 1865, ... Read more

by Madeline Wagoner, Monday, June 20, 2022 11:59 am

Local

N.C. Transportation Museum’s Fire Truck Festival brings in visitors from across state

SPENCER — It was a hot turnout this weekend when families and firefighters from across the state came to the N.C. Transportation Museum for a ... Read more

by Madeline Wagoner, Sunday, June 19, 2022 12:10 am

Granite Quarry

Granite Quarry Board of Aldermen approves budget with 3-cent tax increase

GRANITE QUARRY — The Granite Quarry Board of Aldermen met Thursday morning for continued discussion on the town’s budget and voted to raise the tax ... Read more

by Madeline Wagoner, Friday, June 17, 2022 12:00 am

Local

Faith Board of Aldermen adopts ARPA policies and accepts proposed budget with no tax increase

FAITH — The Town of Faith approved a budget proposal that will result in no increase in the tax rate and plans to accept the ... Read more

by Madeline Wagoner, Thursday, June 16, 2022 12:04 am

Local

Rockwell Board of Aldermen appoints interim police chief

ROCKWELL — The Rockwell Board of Aldermen met Monday night to discuss potential additions to the town and to address appointing an interim police chief ... Read more

by Madeline Wagoner, Wednesday, June 15, 2022 12:08 am

Local

ATV crash in Rockwell sends juvenile riders to hospitals, no fatal injuries

ROCKWELL — A four-wheeler crash was reported at 832 Geneva Drive in Rockwell near James Drive at 10:05 p.m. on Sunday involving two juveniles who ... Read more

by Madeline Wagoner, Monday, June 13, 2022 12:00 pm

Ask Us

Ask Us: Who was Mahaley Avenue named after?

Editor’s note: Ask Us is a weekly feature published online Mondays and in print on Tuesdays. We’ll seek to answer your questions about items or trends ... Read more

by Madeline Wagoner, Monday, June 13, 2022 12:00 pm

Business

Biz Roundup: Cheerwine tour offers chance to win free barbecue

SALISBURY — This summer, the Cheerwine Carolinas ‘Cue Tour will cover 870 miles with restaurants offering items like Cheerwine-infused burnt ends and a bourbon and ... Read more

by Madeline Wagoner, Sunday, June 12, 2022 12:00 am

Local

Salisbury Pride Festival returning with this year’s events at Bell Tower Green

SALISBURY — For the local LGBTQ+ community, the Salisbury Pride Festival has become one of the most important times of the year for support and ... Read more

by Madeline Wagoner, Sunday, June 12, 2022 12:00 am

Local

One victim airlifted after three vehicles involved in accident that shut down highway in Rockwell

ROCKWELL — A three-vehicle crash in Rockwell on Thursday resulted in multiple hospitalizations and left several roads closed for hours. The Bostian Heights Fire Department ... Read more

by Madeline Wagoner, Friday, June 10, 2022 5:46 pm

Local

Day of Caring: United Way event adds homes in need as volunteers give back to community

SALISBURY —  It’s been four years since Rowan County United Way hosted Day of Caring and all who participated Thursday during the return couldn’t be ... Read more

by Madeline Wagoner, Friday, June 10, 2022 12:05 am

Crime

Suspect in Rockwell gas station robbery arrested

The man suspected of robbing a BP gas station in Rockwell on Sunday was arrested on charge of felony armed robbery in Union County on ... Read more

by Madeline Wagoner, Wednesday, June 8, 2022 2:46 pm

News

National Register of Historic Places adds first partitioned passenger rail car

SPENCER — The National Register of Historic Places has added a notable rail car at the N.C. Transportation Museum to its collection that captures a significant ... Read more

by Madeline Wagoner, Wednesday, June 8, 2022 12:05 am

Granite Quarry

Granite Quarry receives flexible grant funding to transform town

GRANITE QUARRY — While still in its proposal stage, the Town of Granite Quarry plans for a brighter future with funds it received from U.S. ... Read more

by Madeline Wagoner, Wednesday, June 8, 2022 12:04 am

Farm & Garden

Rowan County’s food non-profits strategize working with inflation

ROWAN COUNTY — For many non-profit food organizations in the county, inflation has posed a number of concerns regarding meals for the community. Fortunately, the ... Read more

by Madeline Wagoner, Tuesday, June 7, 2022 12:00 am

Crime

Rockwell gas station robbed, suspect flees

ROCKWELL — A robbery was reported at the BP gas station at 8770 U.S. 52 in Rockwell on Sunday around 3 p.m. followed by a ... Read more

by Madeline Wagoner, Monday, June 6, 2022 11:23 am

Local

Rockwell Police Department wraps up construction of new office space

ROCKWELL — Rockwell police have moved into their new location on Highway 52 that features efficient floor layouts and everything they need to perform their ... Read more

by Madeline Wagoner, Thursday, June 2, 2022 8:58 pm

Local

‘Music saved my life’ — Beacon Hall receives grant funding for nonprofit goals

SALISBURY — Beacon Hall received over $30,000 in funding for a place where children can learn to play musical instruments. Jody Blackwell, founder and president ... Read more

by Madeline Wagoner, Wednesday, June 1, 2022 12:02 am

Lifestyle

Rowan County family sends off German foreign exchange student after a year of blessings

SALISBURY — A 16-year-old girl from Stuttgart, Germany, flew to Rowan County last August for a cultural adventure as she entered the 10th grade. Reggie ... Read more

by Madeline Wagoner, Tuesday, May 31, 2022 12:10 am

Local

Ask Us: Are golf carts allowed in downtown Salisbury?

Editor’s note: Ask Us is a weekly feature published online Mondays and in print on Tuesdays. We’ll seek to answer your questions about items or trends ... Read more

by Madeline Wagoner, Monday, May 30, 2022 7:47 pm

Local Events

Pops at the Post: Salisbury Symphony to celebrate community spirit

SALISBURY — Pops at the Post is set to make its in-person return on June 4 after a two year COVID-19 hiatus. The annual tradition ... Read more

by Madeline Wagoner, Sunday, May 29, 2022 12:01 am

Local

Historic Salisbury Foundation honors seven with preservation awards

SALISBURY —  The Historic Salisbury Foundation presented its preservation award ceremony Thursday at the historic Salisbury Depot for the first time in five years. With ... Read more

by Madeline Wagoner, Friday, May 27, 2022 12:01 am

Food

Cheerwine Festival’s economic impact hits record-breaking levels, Rowan County’s tourism flourishes

SALISBURY — The Cheerwine Festival had massive success this past weekend with one of the biggest crowds to date. According to Nick Aceves, Salisbury’s Parks ... Read more

by Madeline Wagoner, Thursday, May 26, 2022 12:10 am

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