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Ask Us: What is the status of the Empire Hotel project?
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Natalie Alms, Author at Salisbury Post
Faith
‘A way to keep it going’: Faith will keep patriotic spirit alive with food sales, small ceremony
SALISBURY — Since the years following World War II, the town of Faith has hosted Fourth of July celebrations marked with patriotism and community. Normally, ...
by Natalie Alms, Thursday, June 25, 2020 8:03 pm
Business
New director begins at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College Small Business Center
CONCORD — Megan Smit started as the director of the Small Business Center at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College at the beginning of June. The goal of ...
by Natalie Alms, Thursday, June 25, 2020 12:00 am
Business
Business leaders say state of local economy depends on where you look
SALISBURY — Business recovery during COVID-19 is highly dependent on the type and size of the business that you’re talking about, says Rod Crider, president ...
by Natalie Alms, Wednesday, June 24, 2020 12:00 am
Coronavirus
COVID-19 research study launched in Kannapolis by Duke University, NC Department of Health and Human Services
KANNAPOLIS — A new research project launched under the MURDOCK Study at Duke University will focus on COVID-19 as the health of hundreds of volunteers ...
by Natalie Alms, Monday, June 22, 2020 6:19 pm
Local
Shots fired incident cited as central point in “Fame” relocation arguments. Who is the man charged in the incident?
SALISBURY — On Sunday, May 31, at 5:36 p.m., a post by the Facebook page Fame Preservation Group stated, “BREAKING: Protesters are gathering in front ...
by Natalie Alms, Thursday, June 18, 2020 12:00 am
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Ask Us: Where can I recycle glass?
SALISBURY — Where can Salisbury residents recycle glass? How does recycling work? “It’s more complicated than one would think,” said Caleb Sinclair, Environmental Management director ...
by Natalie Alms, Monday, June 15, 2020 5:45 am
Local
County commissioners will close public hearing, vote on proposed budget
SALISBURY — The Rowan County Board of Commissioners will meet Monday at 6 p.m, close a public hearing for the proposed 2020-2021 budget and vote ...
by Natalie Alms, Sunday, June 14, 2020 12:00 am
Business
Downtown restaurants coped with curfew restrictions on top of COVID-19
SALISBURY — For downtown restaurant owners and managers, it’s safe to say that 2020 has not been business as usual the past couple of months. ...
by Natalie Alms, Thursday, June 11, 2020 12:10 am
Local
Salisbury Symphony creates a relief fund for contracted musicians
SALISBURY — The last time the Salisbury Symphony had a live performance was in January, conductor David Hagy said. COVID-19 has effectively canceled all upcoming ...
by Natalie Alms, Wednesday, June 10, 2020 12:00 am
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Ask Us: When will West End Plaza open for walkers?
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by Natalie Alms, Monday, June 8, 2020 12:41 am
Business
“Food makes people happy”: Jason Rogers fulfills dream of owning a restaurant
LEXINGTON — When Jason Rogers was 3, his parents found him in the kitchen in the middle of the night. They had been asleep. Everything ...
by Natalie Alms, Sunday, June 7, 2020 12:00 am
Local
Guardian ad litem program seeking volunteers to be voices for children
SALISBURY — The local guardian ad litem program is seeking volunteers for the upcoming training session. The agency is mandated by the state legislature, said ...
by Natalie Alms, Sunday, June 7, 2020 12:00 am
Business
Windows send a message: Fish Bowl writes names of police brutality victims on storefront
SALISBURY — On May 25, days after George Floyd died with a Minneapolis police officer’s knee pressed into his neck, Chris Ostle began reading a ...
by Natalie Alms, Friday, June 5, 2020 2:52 pm
Local
Wallace Cancer Institute gets new linear accelerator
SALISBURY — If you were getting treated for cancer with radiation 20 or 30 years ago, the radiation being used typically had a broad beam. ...
by Natalie Alms, Friday, June 5, 2020 12:00 am
Business
Food Lion expands in Carolinas, Georgia with new store acquisitions
SALISBURY — Food Lion is purchasing 62 Bi-Lo and Harveys Supermarkets in an expansion announced Wednesday. Many of the new stores are located in Georgia, ...
by Natalie Alms, Thursday, June 4, 2020 12:00 am
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Ask Us: What happened at Steppin’ Out Dance Company in Spencer?
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by Natalie Alms, Monday, June 1, 2020 4:42 am
Local
Pops at the Post goes digital for ‘home movies’ edition on Saturday
SALISBURY — Since 2005, strains of music have drifted through the downtown area during Pops at the Post events. Attendees tailgated and listened in the ...
by Natalie Alms, Sunday, May 31, 2020 12:00 am
Local
Musical selections for 2020 Pops at the Post draw on array of past years
SALISBURY — This year’s Pops at the Post concert — Pops at the Post Home Movies Edition 2020 — is set to be a virtual ...
by Natalie Alms, Sunday, May 31, 2020 12:00 am
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Ask Us: How are nonprofits dealing with food insecurity from COVID-19 shutdowns?
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by Natalie Alms, Monday, May 25, 2020 12:00 am
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Ask Us: What are the current plans for the former Dunbar property?
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by Natalie Alms, Monday, May 4, 2020 2:08 am
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Ask Us: What should I do if I have a dental emergency during COVID-19 outbreak?
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by Natalie Alms, Monday, April 27, 2020 4:47 am
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Ask Us: How can I help people in need during COVID-19?
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by Natalie Alms, Monday, April 13, 2020 8:18 am
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Ask Us: What is the status of the empty lot at the corner of E. Innes and Lee Streets?
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by Natalie Alms, Sunday, March 29, 2020 11:18 pm
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Ask Us: Is SPD being reimbursed for help directing traffic at VA?
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by Natalie Alms, Monday, March 23, 2020 12:31 am
Coronavirus
Guest column: Senior year, relationships cut short at Wake Forest University
The night before we left for spring break, I sat with my friend Sydney at a wooden table under a blooming cherry blossom tree. It ...
by Natalie Alms, Wednesday, March 18, 2020 11:30 pm
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Ask Us: What are the differences between service animals and emotional support animals?
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by Natalie Alms, Monday, March 16, 2020 12:00 am
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Ask Us: Readers submit questions about Salisbury road work
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