Business
Brewery’s mural will remain intact after decision to alter rule
CHINA GROVE — The colossal new mural in downtown China Grove will remain — words and all. The owners of Grove Cartel Brewing Company and ...
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Ben Stansell covers business, county government and more for the Salisbury Post. He joined the staff in August 2020 after graduating from the University of Alabama. Email him at ben.stansell@salisburypost.com.
Business
State lawmaker steps in as Salisbury, county at odds on annexation, growth strategy
SALISBURY — With county and city leaders at odds over the city’s current approach to annexation, a state representative has introduced legislation that would curtail ...
by Ben Stansell, Sunday, June 12, 2022 12:01 am
Business
‘On the cusp of greatness’: Rowan EDC recaps progress, looks toward future at annual meeting
SALISBURY — When the Rowan Economic Development Council held its annual meeting in July of 2019, the organization’s staff had no way of anticipating what ...
by Ben Stansell, Friday, June 10, 2022 12:01 am
Business
Planned downtown cocktail bar receives permission to make patio upgrades
SALISBURY — A cocktail bar coming to downtown Salisbury will move forward with plans to upgrade its patio after receiving approval from the Historic Preservation ...
by Ben Stansell, Friday, June 10, 2022 12:01 am
News
City plans to memorialize street artist Joe Heilig with bench plaque
SALISBURY — For close to a decade, Joseph Heilig created lively conversation and exceptional artwork on a sidewalk bench outside of Fullers Market/Ultimate Sports Apparel ...
by Ben Stansell, Thursday, June 9, 2022 12:06 am
Local
Few adjustments proposed for city budget
SALISBURY — Aside from a higher increase to the municipal vehicle tax, Salisbury City Council on Tuesday night did not suggest many substantial changes to ...
by Ben Stansell, Thursday, June 9, 2022 12:05 am
Local
Council approves microtransit pilot program, aims to give riders ‘more control’ over transportation needs
SALISBURY — City Council on Tuesday night approved moving forward with the development of an in-house microtransit pilot program that will provide on-demand transportation services ...
by Ben Stansell, Wednesday, June 8, 2022 12:06 am
Local
Commissioners amend incentive agreement for industrial park, vote not to renew hangar leases
SALISBURY — The Rowan County Board of Commissioners on Monday approved amending an incentive agreement with a company planning to construct six shell buildings totaling ...
by Ben Stansell, Wednesday, June 8, 2022 12:05 am
Local
Commissioners make way for sale of Enochville Elementary, approve purchase of Richard’s Bar-B-Cue
SALISBURY — The Rowan County Board of Commissioners on Monday afternoon paved the way for Rowan-Salisbury Schools to make two major real estate transactions. Commissioners ...
by Ben Stansell, Tuesday, June 7, 2022 12:10 am
Local
Council will hold public hearing on proposed budget, swear in new city manager
SALISBURY — The public will have an opportunity to provide feedback on the proposed 2022-23 fiscal year budget for the city of Salisbury when council ...
by Ben Stansell, Tuesday, June 7, 2022 12:05 am
Crime
Jury finds Kim Yost Fraley guilty of exploiting mother-in-law
SALISBURY — A jury on Wednesday found Kim Yost Fraley guilty of three counts of exploitation of an older adult. The conviction comes two years ...
by Ben Stansell, Sunday, June 5, 2022 12:10 am
Local
With purchase offer on the table, commissioners will consider future of Enochville Elementary property
SALISBURY — With a $500,000 offer to purchase the Enochville Elementary property on the table, commissioners on Monday will be given first right of refusal ...
by Ben Stansell, Sunday, June 5, 2022 12:05 am
Local
‘Where I’m supposed to be’: Veteran, Salisbury-native providing military aid in Ukraine
SALISBURY — Michael Hill celebrated his 37th birthday in a war-torn country thousands of miles from home, listening to “Happy Birthday” being sung in a ...
by Ben Stansell, Sunday, June 5, 2022 12:05 am
Business
Father and son open St. Louis-style, classic game social club in Salisbury
SALISBURY — The St. Louis of Larry Roth’s youth was a town with a tavern on every corner. Not places of debauchery, he remembers the ...
by Ben Stansell, Sunday, June 5, 2022 12:01 am
Local
Downtown mourns loss of Salisbury street artist Joe Heilig
SALISBURY — Whenever an out-of-town visitor walked into his store, Fine Frame Gallery co-owner Bruce Wilson made sure to alert their attention to the striking ...
by Ben Stansell, Thursday, June 2, 2022 12:10 am
Local
Utzman-Chambers House will be open for tours, treats and activities before Pops at the Post
SALISBURY — Rowan Museum will be opening the Utzman-Chambers House from 1-4 p.m. on Saturday for free tours, treats and activities prior to Pops at ...
by Ben Stansell, Thursday, June 2, 2022 12:00 am
Local
Work underway to turn historic McCanless House into wedding, events venue
SALISBURY — Relief. That’s what Sandra Toscano feels now that work is underway on the historic Napoleon Bonaparte McCanless House at 619 S. Main St. ...
by Ben Stansell, Wednesday, June 1, 2022 12:05 am
Local
County Manager’s proposed budget avoids tax increase, foreshadows effects of inflation, revaluation
SALISBURY — Utilizing one-time funding sources while anticipating positive sales tax revenues and property values to increase, Rowan County Manager Aaron Church last week recommended ...
by Ben Stansell, Sunday, May 29, 2022 12:10 am
Pops at the Post
Pops tab 2022: Pops embracing social district spirit this year
SALISBURY — In anticipation of downtown’s new social district, Pops at the Post will be making local brews a part of its event this year. ...
by Ben Stansell, Sunday, May 29, 2022 12:00 am
News
Recent graduate recognized for winning Congressional Awards
SALISBURY — Jacob Hinson has made the most of the past four years. And he’s got the medals to prove it. On Thursday afternoon, Hinson, ...
by Ben Stansell, Sunday, May 29, 2022 12:00 am
Pops at the Post
Pops tab 2022: Frequently Asked Questions
Question: Where is the concert? Answer: Pops at the Post takes place on the 100 block of South Church Street. The symphony orchestra will be ...
by Ben Stansell, Sunday, May 29, 2022 12:00 am
Lifestyle
Ashes to ashes: Invasive beetle continues to cause demise of green ash trees
SALISBURY — Pulling back the flaking bark of the green ash tree with the ease of someone peeling an orange, Jay Bolin exposes the evidence ...
by Ben Stansell, Saturday, May 28, 2022 12:10 am
Elections
Primary outcomes unchanged after absentee, provisional ballots counted
SALISBURY — With all ballots calculated, the outcomes of the May 17 primary remain the same. During a meeting on Thursday evening, the Rowan County ...
by Ben Stansell, Friday, May 27, 2022 12:01 am
Local
‘A Salisbury for all’: New city manager plans to focus on balanced, equitable growth
SALISBURY — James “Jim” Greene Jr. is well-acquainted with the pressures that come with municipal growth. During a 15-year tenure with Concord that started in ...
by Ben Stansell, Thursday, May 26, 2022 12:10 am
Local
Outgoing interim city manager introduces ‘tight’ budget, projects $52 million in expenditures
SALISBURY — Outgoing interim City Manager Brian Hiatt on Tuesday night recommended recommended to City Council a “tight” 2022-23 fiscal year budget that adjusts for inflationary costs ...
by Ben Stansell, Wednesday, May 25, 2022 12:02 am
Landis
Landis officials in agreement on proposed budget, will consider adoption next month
LANDIS — The town board on Monday afternoon discussed and expressed agreement on the proposed 2022-23 fiscal year budget, which spends a little over $13 ...
by Ben Stansell, Tuesday, May 24, 2022 12:05 am
Business
Window shopping: Interactive touchscreen provides new tool for prospective home buyers
SALISBURY — A downtown Realtor is giving “window shopping” a new meaning. The Jayne Helms Group with Re/Max Leading Edge has installed an interactive touchscreen ...
by Ben Stansell, Tuesday, May 24, 2022 12:04 am
Business
Medline closing Salisbury surgical kit manufacturing facility
SALISBURY — In a move that will impact about 100 employees, Medline is closing its surgical procedure kit manufacturing facility at 3310 S. Main St. ...