“We didn’t agree on a lot of issues, but he was always kind, he was always honest, and he was always straightforward. I always knew where he stood.”
— Commission Chairman Jim Sides
Describing outgoing board member Raymond Coltrain

“As conservatives, are you going to dump that out and start over?”
— Downtown Salisbury Director Randy Hemann
Urging commissioners to consider money already spent or pledged for the downtown school office site

“We will continue to rebuild relationships and offer superior rescue service.”
— Eddie Cress
After being chosen to lead the Rowan Rescue Squad

“People should just come and appreciate the house and the grounds.”
— Rowan Master Gardener Carol Massey
On Christmas decorations at the historic Dr. Josephus Hall House (open for weekend tours in December)