China Grove
China Grove takes two steps to improve downtown, park
CHINA GROVE — China Grove took steps to formally progress on multiple large grant-fund projects during the town council’s meeting on Tuesday. The first ordinance ...
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Local
WellCare hosts fair at Bell Tower Green
SALISBURY — North Carolina officially expanded Medicaid on Dec. 1, 2023. To help raise awareness about how that expansion could benefit the community, WellCare, one ...
by Chandler Inions, Friday, April 5, 2024 12:10 am
News
Missing Kannapolis teen found
CONCORD — The Kannapolis teen that went missing earlier this year was found a day after the Concord Police Department requested public assistance to find ...
by Chandler Inions, Thursday, April 4, 2024 3:56 pm
BREAKING NEWS
National Weather Service warns of strong winds in Rowan County Thursday
ROWAN COUNTY — Residents and commuters in Rowan County should be advised of the potential for strong winds throughout the day on Thursday. The National ...
by Chandler Inions, Thursday, April 4, 2024 9:32 am
Local
‘We will be silent no more’ – Local union takes the fight to Daimler Freightliner
CLEVELAND — As negotiations ramp up between United Automobile Workers and Daimler Freightliner, members of the manufacturers union held a rally at the Local 3520 ...
by Chandler Inions, Thursday, April 4, 2024 12:10 am
News
GoFundMe started for Crawford Street fire victims
SALISBURY — A GoFundMe drive was organized to assist the family whose Crawford Street home was destroyed in a Friday fire. “My husband, our three ...
by Chandler Inions, Wednesday, April 3, 2024 12:06 pm
News
Concord Police searching for teen with Kannapolis ties
(Update: Davis has been located) CONCORD — The Concord Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a teen with family in the Kannapolis ...
by Chandler Inions, Wednesday, April 3, 2024 11:41 am
Local
‘We are here and here for them.’ – Salvation Army opens arms to community through Spring Fling event
SALISBURY — When a lot of people think of the Salvation Army, Christmas comes to mind, but it serves God’s mission throughout the year. On Saturday ...
by Chandler Inions, Wednesday, April 3, 2024 12:10 am
Local
‘One of those things that matter’ — Reach Church’s Kingz Kidz gives youth a place of their own
SALISBURY — Members of the Reach Church in Salisbury wanted to give young congregants a place to worship that felt all their own. A natural partnership ...
by Chandler Inions, Tuesday, April 2, 2024 12:10 am
News
Friday fire displaces family, pets
SALISBURY — A family of five was displaced by a Friday fire in the 100 block of Crawford Street in Salisbury. The family was not ...
by Chandler Inions, Tuesday, April 2, 2024 12:00 am
Business
‘The underdog can do it.’ — West Rowan’s Arnold inks NIL deal with Salisbury barber
SALISBURY — A few years ago, the NCAA changed its rules to allow college athletes to monetize their image. One college-bound senior at West Rowan ...
by Chandler Inions, Sunday, March 31, 2024 12:00 am
Cleveland
‘Not like it used to be’ — Daimler Truck workers gear up for historic contract fight
CLEVELAND — On the eve of contract negotiations at Rowan County’s largest private employer, United Automobile Workers members are bracing for a possible labor dispute. ...
by Chandler Inions, Saturday, March 30, 2024 12:10 am
News
A treemendous occasion: biennial awards honors what makes Salisbury look gorgeous
SALISBURY — It takes a village, or in Salisbury’s case, a city, to establish a welcoming environment for residents and visitors alike. On March 27, ...
by Chandler Inions, Friday, March 29, 2024 12:10 am
News
Salisbury the Magazine April edition now available
The April edition of Salisbury the Magazine is on racks now. Featured in this month’s edition, Pete Prunkl dives into Catawba College’s efforts to curb ...
by Chandler Inions, Thursday, March 28, 2024 12:00 am
News
Celebrating Women’s History Month
Throughout the month, the Salisbury Post has shined a light on the Rowan County women who forged their own paths. Today’s figure is Alice Purcell. ...
by Chandler Inions, Thursday, March 28, 2024 12:00 am
Business
Say cheese: New photographer opens downtown studio
SALISBURY — A new photographer is bringing her talents to downtown. Paige Wiser, owner of Paige Alisa Photography, has been in the area since 2017, ...
by Chandler Inions, Sunday, March 24, 2024 12:05 am
News
Communities in Schools of Rowan receives a $333,141 grant from NC Dept. of Public Instruction
ROWAN COUNTY — Communities in Schools of Rowan (CIS Rowan) has announced its selection as one of only 15 recipients in North Carolina to receive ...
by Chandler Inions, Sunday, March 24, 2024 12:01 am
News
Spirit of Rowan: This gym does not require a membership
Let’s face it. Everyone could probably use a little more movement during the day, but between work and other responsibilities, it can be hard to ...
by Chandler Inions, Sunday, March 24, 2024 12:00 am
News
Spirit of Rowan: A chance to explore right at our backdoor: Stanback Ecological Preserve offers glimpse of area wildlife for recreational outdoorsmen
SALISBURY — Catawba College is home to a lot of cool things, but one aspect — the Stanback Ecological Preserve — stands out for its ...
by Chandler Inions, Sunday, March 24, 2024 12:00 am
News
Spirit of Rowan: Here’s to the great outdoors
Rowan County has so many great things to offer its residents and visitors. I would know. I used to be a visitor before moving here ...
by Chandler Inions, Sunday, March 24, 2024 12:00 am
Landis
Postponed: Landis pushes Easter Egg-stravaganza to Sunday
LANDIS — Due to the rain in the upcoming weekend forecast, the Landis Easter Egg-stravaganza event will be held Sunday, March 24, from 2-4 p.m. ...
by Chandler Inions, Friday, March 22, 2024 4:56 pm
Crime
Blotter for March 22
In Rowan County Sheriff’s Office reports A report of littering on Zeb Street in Salisbury was taken on March 19. Credit card fraud reportedly occurred ...
by Chandler Inions, Friday, March 22, 2024 12:00 am
China Grove
Alarming content discovered on student’s iPad at China Grove Middle prompts admin, PD intervention
CHINA GROVE — After concerning content on a China Grove Middle School student’s iPad was discovered by administrators last week, local police were called in ...
by Chandler Inions, Thursday, March 21, 2024 12:05 am
Crime
Sheriff sheds light on teen sex trafficking victim’s dramatic rescue
SALISBURY — The Rowan County Sheriff’s Office released more information about the operation that resulted in a 16-year-old sex trafficking victim’s rescue during a Wednesday ...
by Chandler Inions, Thursday, March 21, 2024 12:05 am
Kannapolis
Kannapolis promotes Hassenfritz to engineering director
KANNAPOLIS — Following former engineering director Scott Kaufhold’s recent retirement, the city of Kannapolis promoted its deputy engineering director to fill the position. A Monday ...
by Chandler Inions, Tuesday, March 19, 2024 12:00 am
Landis
Ongoing Landis PD food drive to coincide with town’s Easter egg hunt
LANDIS — The Landis Police Department is requesting donations for a canned food drive. “We are asking participants to donate non-perishable food items such as ...
by Chandler Inions, Tuesday, March 19, 2024 12:00 am
News
Bridge repair impedes Salisbury greenway traffic
SALISBURY — Travelers on Salisbury’s greenway should be advised of a repair on the Grant’s Creek Bridge that will inhibit passage until completion. The bridge ...
by Chandler Inions, Tuesday, March 19, 2024 12:00 am
Education
Kannapolis City Schools among NC units to receive STEM grants
KANNAPOLIS — Kannapolis City Schools is on the receiving end of more than $41,000 as one of the 20 North Carolina public school units (PSUs) ...