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Partners In Learning takes annual pledge to end use of ‘R-word’

SALISBURY — Actions can speak louder than words, and Partners In Learning is putting action into the word ...

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Panelists discuss how to approach diversity, equity, inclusion in the workforce

(Update: A previous version of this story mistitled Angela Alford’s role within the Rowan-Salisbury school system. Her title ...

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Women for Community Justice gathering touches on equality for all

SALISBURY — For a community to reach its fullest potential, everyone must have the same goals and work ...

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Kannapolis Youth Council accepting applications due March 31

KANNAPOLIS – The Kannapolis Youth Council has opened applications for the 2023-2024 year. High school aged students who ...

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Livingstone names new VP of public safety, police chief

SALISBURY — Renarde D. Earl has been named vice president of public safety and chief of police for ...

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Kannapolis application period for nonprofit grant funding is now open

KANNAPOLIS — The city of Kannapolis is accepting applications from non-profits with programs that would qualify for its ...

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Regional economic impact of NC Transportation Museum reached almost $24 million in 2022

SPENCER — The projected regional economic impact of the North Carolina Transportation Museum reached an all-time high at ...

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Putting themselves in those shoes: Salisbury students recreate iconic integration-era photos

SALISBURY — Preserving history takes more than a glass display case. Students at Salisbury High School took part ...

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Local non-profit looking to expand in Kannapolis

KANNAPOLIS — Members of the Charlotte non-profit organization Camino gave a presentation to the Kannapolis City Council on ...

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Black history in Rowan: Looking back to look ahead

SALISBURY — Rain and a cold snap during an otherwise warm week meant attendance at a Black History ...

Crime

Blotter for Feb. 28

In Salisbury Police reports • A burglary reportedly occurred in the 600 block of Brenner Avenue between 6:48 ...

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SRU says water safe to drink after customers receive notice of violation

SALISBURY — A slight drop in the measured amount of total organic carbon or TOC removed from raw ...

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Rowan Public Library applies for grant for new podcast studio, continuation of digitizing Post’s archives

SALISBURY — The Rowan Public Library recently applied for a grant that, if awarded, would fund a “podcast ...

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Salisbury taking another look at Kiva program to help local businesses

SALISBURY — Being a small business owner is one of the most challenging but rewarding jobs a person ...

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Spencer invites community members to take stock, plan for future

SPENCER – The town of Spencer invites community members to join together as it takes stock of the ...

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Childcare center that would be open 24 hours a day looks to Kiva to help raise funds

SALISBURY —  Childcare is not something that’s ignored or taken lightly. For many parents, it’s a constant struggle ...

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Salisbury attorneys selected for 2023 Super Lawyers List

SALISBURY — James Austin Davis,  Timothy James Readling and Ryan Stowe, all Rowan County natives, have been recognized ...

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Tester named public works director for Salisbury

SALISBURY — Chris Tester is now Salisbury’s permanent public works director after carrying the “interim” title for the ...

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‘Rowan Women: Creating Freedom’ exhibit debuts at Rowan Museum

SALISBURY  — Too often in the history books, women don’t get the credit deserved for contributions they’ve made ...

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Car hits utility pole on Statesville Boulevard; work continues at scene after dark

Just before 5:30 p.m. Friday, a car was damaged when it hit a utility pole in front of ...

Crime

Man faces first degree murder charge in infant’s death after incident at home just beyond Rowan County line

After an autopsy report was completed by the medical examiner, a Mooresville man was charged Thursday with first ...

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Dynamite discovered in Cleveland prompts bomb squad response

Trained explosive technicians were called into Rowan County this week after a Cleveland man discovered a dated amount ...

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Send in the tractors

Several students at West Rowan High School treated their classmates to a treat on Friday when they drove ...

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Convicted felon leads Rowan County authorities on 160 MPH chase

A 19-year-old motorcyclist reportedly led authorities on a midday pursuit through Rowan County, topping speeds of 160 mph ...

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Rowan EDC annual meeting focuses on highlights of 2,900 jobs, $600 million in capital investment in 2022

SALISBURY — New jobs and additional investments were among the highlights as local leaders gathered at the F&M ...

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Sign language lessons help people speak in a new way

SALISBURY — Learning a new language can be an exciting activity that opens someone up to a whole ...

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Cannon Ballers unveil promotional schedule; tickets on sale March 17

KANNAPOLIS — As baseball fans continue the countdown to Opening Day, the Cannon Ballers have revealed their 2023 ...

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Suspected overdose victim taken from Gateway Park

SALISBURY — First responders were called into action around 2 p.m. on Thursday at Gateway Park in downtown ...

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