Karen Kistler, Author at Salisbury Post

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Latest edition of Salisbury the Magazine is available

Karen Kistler karen.kistler@salisburypost.com   The April 2025 edition of Salisbury the Magazine has hit the stands, and in it you will find stories that cover ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Tuesday, March 25, 2025 12:06 am

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Farm Family of the Year selected: ‘Trying to do a good job, take care of the land’

Karen Kistler karen.kistler@salisburypost.com   SALISBURY — The March Rowan County Chamber of Commerce’s Power in Partnership breakfast was a special occasion, serving as an opportunity ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Tuesday, March 25, 2025 12:05 am

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Spirit of Rowan: Upgrades anticipated at Rowan County parks

Karen Kistler karen.kistler@salisburypost.com    Some upgrades, several additions and events are being planned for Rowan County parks and community center. Nick Aceves, who was named ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Sunday, March 23, 2025 12:00 am

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Spirit of Rowan: ‘We want to be a destination for residents, visitors and businesses alike’

Karen Kistler karen.kistler@salisburypost.com   SALISBURY — Downtown Salisbury is continuing to see growth and improvement, and with the Downtown Revitalization Grant that was awarded last ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Sunday, March 23, 2025 12:00 am

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‘Here to celebrate you:’ PIP breakfast salutes agri-business

Karen Kistler karen.kistler@salisburypost.com   A salute to agri-business was the theme for the Rowan County Chamber of Commerce’s March 20 Power in Partnership Breakfast, which ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Saturday, March 22, 2025 12:10 am

Lifestyle

Tea time: Friends share a cuppa at museum

Karen Kistler karen.kistler@salisburypost.com   SPENCER — Making friends over a cup of tea is one thing that takes place at a event held at the ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Saturday, March 22, 2025 12:00 am

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Remembering one of their own; Legion Post 342 presents first Legionnaire of the Year Award

Karen Kistler karen.kistler@salisburypost.com   The Harold B. Jarrett American Legion Post 342 is more than just a Post, it’s a family and on March 15, ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Thursday, March 20, 2025 12:05 am

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Saying thank you: Salisbury Rotary presents Public Safety Awards

Karen Kistler karen.kistler@salisburypost.com   Local community heroes were recognized during the annual Salisbury Rotary Club’s Public Safety Awards luncheon. A large crowd gathered for the ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Wednesday, March 19, 2025 12:10 am

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History up close: Descendant of General Nathanael Greene visit Thyatira Church museum

By Karen Kistler karen.kistler@salisburypost.com Stopping in Salisbury during their travels which began in Rhode Island wasn’t just a casual break in the trip for Kate ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Tuesday, March 18, 2025 12:10 am

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Local West End artists sought for Paint the Pavement project

Karen Kistler karen.kistler@salisburypost.com   SALISBURY — The search is on for local West End artists to paint the pavement. Any age and skill level is ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Sunday, March 16, 2025 12:07 am

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A helping hand: Renovation project provides assistance to family

Karen Kistler karen.kistler@salisburypost.com   SALISBURY — Seeing a need and answering the call is what brothers Barry and Alan Boyd are doing for Charlene Holt ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Sunday, March 16, 2025 12:05 am

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Grief and healing support groups offered through Carolina Caring

Karen Kistler karen.kistler@salisburypost.com   CHINA GROVE — Carolina Caring has multiple free support groups for those on the journey of grief and healing. Register for ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Friday, March 14, 2025 12:05 am

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‘Their memory is kept alive’ New storage building dedicated at Rowan Helping Ministries

Karen Kistler karen.kistler@salisburypost.com   SALISBURY — A project that began in 2019 came to fruition with a special dedication ceremony for Petara’s Haven, a new ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Thursday, March 13, 2025 12:07 am

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Cheerwine Festival T-shirt contest: Voting open through March 21 for favorite design

Karen Kistler karen.kistler@salisburypost.com   SALISBURY — Four Rowan County high school students are among the 10 finalists in this year’s Cheerwine Festival T-Shirt Design Contest, ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Wednesday, March 12, 2025 12:10 am

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Mystery and a meal: Tickets available for Murder Mystery Dinner at Rufty-Holmes

Karen Kistler karen.kistler@salisburypost.com   SALISBURY —Have you ever wanted to be a detective and solve a mystery? Now’s your chance to give it a try. ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Wednesday, March 12, 2025 12:05 am

Local

‘They are our heroes’ Annual MDA Festival set to raise money, bring awareness

Karen Kistler karen.kistler@salisburypost.com   SALISBURY — For the fourth consecutive year, Han-Dee Hugo’s, 1190 Long Ferry Road, Salisbury will be hosting a MDA Festival to ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Tuesday, March 11, 2025 12:07 am

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Second Presbyterian Church to present play

Karen Kistler karen.kistler@salisburypost.com   The play, “Choices, The Life of a Teenager” will be performed at Second Presbyterian Church, 732 Lincolnton Road, Salisbury, on March ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Tuesday, March 11, 2025 12:00 am

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Prom Perfect Experience winner announced: Registration remains open for dress giveaway and Paint and Heal

Karen Kistler karen.kistler@salisburypost.com   SALISBURY — March is here and that means two events organized by Jante Gibson-Bryant, the Prom Dress Giveaway and Paint and ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Sunday, March 9, 2025 12:08 am

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Benefit fish fry/yard sale scheduled

Karen Kistler karen.kistler@salisburypost.com   MT. ULLA  — St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, 11020 N.C. Hwy. 801, Mt. Ulla, will be hosting a fish fry and yard ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Sunday, March 9, 2025 12:00 am

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Read Across America finale: Fun classic performed for preschoolers

Karen Kistler karen.kistler@salisburypost.com   SALISBURY — “Goldilocks and the Three Bears,” a classic children’s story, was performed for the 3-5 year olds at St. John’s ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Saturday, March 8, 2025 12:10 am

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Sharing their stories: History Club set to gather March 11 at museum

Karen Kistler karen.kistler@salisburypost.com    SALISBURY — The Rowan County Museum’s History Club has a long history of gathering, providing opportunities for people to hear and ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Friday, March 7, 2025 12:05 am

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What’s cooking? Raising awareness of nutrition during National Nutrition Month

Karen Kistler karen.kistler@salisburypost.com   CLEVELAND — The size of the group that met for the March 3 National Nutrition Month cooking class may have been ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Thursday, March 6, 2025 12:07 am

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“Voices from the Past” performed at annual African-American History breakfast

Karen Kistler karen.kistler@salisburypost.com   A special skit was performed as the program at this year’s African-American History Breakfast. Held on the morning of Feb. 28, ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Wednesday, March 5, 2025 12:05 am

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‘They have a passion to serve’: Annual health fair coming Saturday

Karen Kistler karen.kistler@salisburypost.com   The second annual health fair, hosted by the Reach Church Missionary Department, is scheduled for March 8 from noon to 4 ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Tuesday, March 4, 2025 12:06 am

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Items needed for NALC disaster response health kits

Karen Kistler karen.kistler@salisburypost.com   SALISBURY — Mission Saturday, a ministry conducted at Salem Lutheran Church, is just around the corner. The event is held the ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Sunday, March 2, 2025 12:00 am

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Ashes To Go returns to Second Presbyterian Church

Karen Kistler karen.kistler@salisburypost.com   SALISBURY — Second Presbyterian Church, 732 Lincolnton Road, Salisbury, will be hosting Ashes To Go once again this year. Pastor James ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Saturday, March 1, 2025 12:00 am

Lifestyle

New featured artist comes to Pottery 101 

Karen Kistler karen.kistler@salisburypost.com   March is here and that means a new artist will be featured at Pottery 101, at 101 S. Main St., Salisbury. ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Saturday, March 1, 2025 12:00 am

Local

‘It’s important to tell the stories:’ Open house held at Neely School

Karen Kistler karen.kistler@salisburypost.com    The doors of the historic Neely School were open on Feb. 22 for the community to tour and learn some history ... Read more

by Karen Kistler, Friday, February 28, 2025 12:10 am

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