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Natalie Anderson covers the city of Salisbury, politics and more for the Salisbury Post. She joined the staff in January 2020 after graduating from Louisiana State University, where she was editor of The Reveille newspaper. Email her at natalie.anderson@salisburypost.com or call her at 704-797-4246.

Local

Text message exchange shows council’s discussion of K-9 incident when video leaked

By Natalie Anderson natalie.anderson@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — A text message exchange among city council members and the city manager in early March shows Mayor Karen Alexander ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Thursday, April 1, 2021 12:10 am

Local

Lieutenant governor’s wife delivers keynote address at inaugural ‘Elizabeth Dole Dinner Honoring Republican Women’

Staff Report news@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — Second lady Yolanda Robinson, wife of Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson, and former Sen. Elizabeth Dole shared words of encouragement with ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Thursday, April 1, 2021 12:00 am

Landis

Finance Officer Diane Seaford hired as new Landis town manager

By Natalie Anderson natalie.anderson@salisburypost.com LANDIS — After months of vetting a dozen candidates, the town of Landis unanimously voted Tuesday to hire Finance Officer Diane ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Thursday, April 1, 2021 12:00 am

Local

Political Notebook: Local lawmakers react to governor’s proposed 2021-23 budget

After Gov. Roy Cooper proposed a budget for the 2021-23 biennium last week, local lawmakers said they support some proposals but worry about the ability ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Monday, March 29, 2021 2:08 am

Crime

Blotter: Man, woman face felony drug charges

By Natalie Anderson natalie.anderson@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — A local man and woman have been charged with a slew of felony drug charges after allegedly being caught ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Monday, March 29, 2021 1:47 am

China Grove

Locals gather to celebrate grand opening of equitable community market in China Grove

By Natalie Anderson natalie.anderson@salisburypost.com CHINA GROVE — Community members, the Rowan County United Way and Main Street Marketplace and Meeting Place representatives on Saturday celebrated ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Sunday, March 28, 2021 12:05 am

Local

Spirit of Rowan: Salisbury Police recruiter officer Shaneesha Smith proud to be ‘someone they can go to’

Proudly serving as the face of the Salisbury Police Department, officer Shaneesha Smith is likely the first interaction for those looking to get their foot ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Sunday, March 28, 2021 12:00 am

Local

Evans family reiterates calls for improvements, upgrades at the Fred M. Evans pool

By Natalie Anderson natalie.anderson@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — The Fred M. Evans pool served thousands of children during the summer months of the pandemic, and members of ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Sunday, March 28, 2021 12:00 am

Local

Spirit of Rowan: AnnaCraig Boutique owner ‘couldn’t imagine doing anything else’

Upon opening the door to AnnaCraig Boutique in downtown Salisbury, customers are met with a cascade of bright and bold colors and patterns. That’s the ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Sunday, March 28, 2021 12:00 am

News

Reps. Warren, Sasser supporting a number of gun-related measures

By Natalie Anderson natalie.anderson@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — Reps. Harry Warren and Wayne Sasser have each signed on to support more than 70 bills in the House, ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Sunday, March 28, 2021 12:00 am

News

Spirit of Rowan: Sarceno gives back to Guatemalan children, pays tribute to immigrant women in book

Author, activist and nonprofit founder Maria Elena Sarceno said she felt led by God to help others in need. The Guatemalan native, 36, graduated from ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Sunday, March 28, 2021 12:00 am

Local

Spirit of Rowan: Whitney Wallace-Williams fueled by ‘innate desire to fight for the underdog’

From her work with a decades-old law firm and downtown leadership positions to her family’s generous financial contributions to charity and the newly established cancer ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Sunday, March 28, 2021 12:00 am

News

Rep. Howard’s bills on debt settlement, muscadine grape juice in schools advance

By Natalie Anderson natalie.anderson@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — A bill related to prohibiting debt settlement practices in North Carolina and one that requires schools to purchase and ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Sunday, March 28, 2021 12:00 am

News

Sen. Ford’s bill would allow concealed carry at churches with affiliated schools

By Natalie Anderson natalie.anderson@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — Sen. Carl Ford, a Republican representing Rowan and Stanly counties, is sponsoring a bill that would allow the concealed ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Friday, March 26, 2021 12:00 am

Landis

Multiple claims in Landis lawsuit dismissed; Hosey’s termination for ‘just cause’ still disputed

By Natalie Anderson natalie.anderson@salisburypost.com LANDIS — A federal judge on March 15 dismissed some claims in a suit filed by former Town Manager Roger Hosey ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Thursday, March 25, 2021 12:15 am

Coronavirus

Congressman Budd visits Novant vaccine site, commends leaders for preventing wasted doses

By Natalie Anderson natalie.anderson@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — Rep. Ted Budd visited Salisbury Wednesday to tour Novant Health’s COVID-19 vaccination site at the J.F. Hurley Family YMCA ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Thursday, March 25, 2021 12:10 am

Local

Empire Hotel task force in 90-day due diligence period with developers; decision expected this summer

By Natalie Anderson natalie.anderson@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — Members of the Empire Hotel Redevelopment Task Force are currently in a 90-day due diligence period with two development ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Wednesday, March 24, 2021 12:10 am

Local

City moving forward with search for new Downtown Salisbury Inc. director

By Natalie Anderson natalie.anderson@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — Nearly a year after the resignation of the former Downtown Salisbury Inc. director, both the city and DSI will ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Wednesday, March 24, 2021 12:00 am

Local

Political Notebook: Civitas poll shows distrust among North Carolina voters for 2022 elections

A Civitas Poll among 600 likely North Carolina voters signals distrust in upcoming elections, with fewer than half suspecting 2022 elections will be “free and ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Monday, March 22, 2021 7:40 am

Lifestyle

Months of studies, adjustments led to Salisbury Symphony pulling off virtual performances

By Natalie Anderson natalie.anderson@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — A year after the Salisbury Symphony was forced to cancel its remaining live performances when the pandemic arrived, musicians ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Sunday, March 21, 2021 12:00 am

Local

City to fill abandoned sewer pipe under City Park Lake after leak

By Natalie Anderson natalie.anderson@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — The city next week plans to fill an abandoned sewer pipe that runs below City Park Lake to repair ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Saturday, March 20, 2021 12:20 am

Local

Historic Preservation Commission approves patio, fence for outdoor dining at Sweet Meadow Café

By Natalie Anderson natalie.anderson@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — The Historic Preservation Commission on Thursday approved an application from Sweet Meadow Café to install and utilize an outside ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Friday, March 19, 2021 12:00 am

Local

Council approves revised Downtown Main Street plan that aims to address locals’ concerns

By Natalie Anderson natalie.anderson@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — City council members on Tuesday approved a revised version of a resurfacing and concept plan they believe encompasses local ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Thursday, March 18, 2021 12:00 am

Local

Dixonville Memorial task force to launch popcorn fundraiser to complete second phase of project

SALISBURY — Dixonville-Lincoln Memorial task force members will host a gourmet popcorn fundraising event Friday, with proceeds to be used for the completion of the ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Thursday, March 18, 2021 12:00 am

Local

Salisbury City Council adopts priorities for 2021

By Natalie Anderson natalie.anderson@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — A month after brainstorming goals for the upcoming year, city council members on Tuesday adopted a list of priorities ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Thursday, March 18, 2021 12:00 am

Local

Public comments express anger, distrust in Salisbury Police Department after K-9 video

By Natalie Anderson natalie.anderson@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — Local residents and representatives of an advocacy group on Tuesday condemned the Salisbury Police Department and expressed distrust in ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Wednesday, March 17, 2021 12:13 am

Elections

Board of Elections to submit proposed budget, move forward with purchasing upgraded voting machines

By Natalie Anderson natalie.anderson@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — Rowan County Board of Elections members on Tuesday approved a proposed 2021-22 fiscal year budget to be submitted to ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Wednesday, March 17, 2021 12:00 am

Local

Assessment of police K-9 showing no damage occurred months after incident in video

By Natalie Anderson natalie.anderson@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — A veterinarian assessment of Salisbury Police K-9 Zuul from early March shows there was no obvious musculoskeletal or neurologic ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Tuesday, March 16, 2021 1:24 pm

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