Business
Community members voice concerns about latest proposed Dollar General
SALISBURY — Homeowners along Mooresville and Briggs roads came together Thursday night for a community meeting at Locke Fire Department to discuss what could be ...
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China Grove
Rowan Museum to host photo scan preservation event
CHINA GROVE — In hopes of capturing as much of Rowan County’s history as possible, the Rowan Museum is asking the community for help to ...
by Madeline Wagoner, Friday, August 19, 2022 12:00 am
Local
Rowan County Fair returns, booth and vendor spots still available
SALISBURY — The annual Rowan County Fair returns Sept. 19 for a week of rides, food and an assortment of vendors to complete the experience. ...
by Madeline Wagoner, Thursday, August 18, 2022 12:00 am
Landis
Landis receives risk review awards after public safety analysis
LANDIS — At the Town of Landis’ Board of Aldermen meeting Monday, the Landis Police Department was awarded with an honor by the N.C. League ...
by Madeline Wagoner, Wednesday, August 17, 2022 12:06 am
Local
Project Light distributes essential bags to human trafficking victims
SALISBURY — To spread awareness and education of human trafficking in Rowan County, participants in Project Light have crafted essential bags to give to victims ...
by Madeline Wagoner, Tuesday, August 16, 2022 12:10 am
Business
Antique options: Vintage Grove transforms former theater, skating rink into new shop
CHINA GROVE — Antique collectors will soon have a new place to look for treasures. Vintage Grove at 303 N. Main Street in China Grove will ...
by Madeline Wagoner, Sunday, August 14, 2022 12:01 am
News
Rockwell plans for road repairs, new mural at town hall
ROCKWELL — The Rockwell Board of Aldermen voted to approve resurfacing efforts on several roads in town. The action will cover the cost of supervision, ...
by Madeline Wagoner, Friday, August 12, 2022 12:01 am
Local
Police report filed after veteran says he was threatened with gun at park over flag display
SALISBURY — The veteran who has been among those holding a flag at Bell Tower Green in an effort to get the city to install ...
by Madeline Wagoner, Thursday, August 11, 2022 5:44 pm
Business
China Grove planning board approves recommending conditional zoning for auction business
CHINA GROVE — The China Grove planning board held a courtesy hearing Tuesday for the conditional zoning of two areas and unanimously approved submitting recommendations ...
by Madeline Wagoner, Thursday, August 11, 2022 12:05 am
Business
Cannon Pharmacy, IndyCare collaborate to bring new urgent care center to Kannapolis
KANNAPOLIS — For those in Rowan and Cabarrus counties, healthcare is about to become more convenient with the opening of an innovative urgent care at ...
by Madeline Wagoner, Wednesday, August 10, 2022 12:10 am
Granite Quarry
Granite Quarry Board of Alderman keeps planning board as part of development process
GRANITE QUARRY — The Granite Quarry Board of Aldermen made a unanimous decision not to approve the amendment of the site plan approval process which ...
by Madeline Wagoner, Wednesday, August 10, 2022 12:05 am
Faith
Faith anticipates approval of mural for fire station
FAITH — The Town of Faith Board of Aldermen was presented with a rendering for a mural Tuesday that will potentially be put on the ...
by Madeline Wagoner, Wednesday, August 10, 2022 12:00 am
News
Rowan County Board of Elections establish one-stop voting plan for general election
SALISBURY — The Rowan County Board of Elections met Monday afternoon and unanimously approved the one-stop voting plan for the general election coming up in ...
by Madeline Wagoner, Tuesday, August 9, 2022 12:05 am
Business
Kannapolis hardware store set to close after decades of business
KANNAPOLIS — A hardware store dating back to 1957 is closing its doors in October. Lynn Mcallister, 65, took over her father’s business in 1993 ...
by Madeline Wagoner, Sunday, August 7, 2022 12:01 am
News
Local pet rescue takes action to assist veteran dog owners
SALISBURY — A local nonprofit pet rescue is working to assist veterans who own pets and need help in transporting their companions. Rick Roper, president ...
by Madeline Wagoner, Friday, August 5, 2022 12:01 am
Business
Eastern Fence expands facility, garners more economic impact to the county
SALISBURY — Job hunters have a new possibility waiting for them at Eastern Fence on Statesville Boulevard. The Rowan Economic Development Council has announced that ...
by Madeline Wagoner, Thursday, August 4, 2022 12:06 am
China Grove
Chewy Gives Back surpasses $100 million in donations, county rescue efforts benefit
SALISBURY — Chewy has announced that its Chewy Gives Back program has surpassed $100 million in donations since 2012, with several Rowan County pet rescue ...
by Madeline Wagoner, Wednesday, August 3, 2022 12:10 am
Business
Salisbury BBQ pitmaster looks to open food truck, works to obtain permit
SALISBURY — A barbecue pitmaster prodigy, known for his traditional slow-cooked meats, has been preparing to open a food truck featuring his signature recipes. Kevin ...
by Madeline Wagoner, Tuesday, August 2, 2022 12:10 am
Ask Us
Ask Us: What is being built next to Maranatha Bible Church?
Editor’s note: Ask Us is a weekly feature published online Mondays and in print on Tuesdays. We’ll seek to answer your questions about items or trends ...
by Madeline Wagoner, Monday, August 1, 2022 7:42 pm
Business
Give and receive: Rockwell general store keeps gas prices down in midst of inflation
ROCKWELL — Gas prices have finally started to come down throughout the country, but for one gas station in Rowan County, the price and quality ...
by Madeline Wagoner, Sunday, July 31, 2022 12:05 am
Lifestyle
Salisbury Symphony summer camp teacher brings out the best of young musicians
SALISBURY — The Salisbury Symphony has brought the art of music to the city for over 50 years, intent on opening the world of musical ...
by Madeline Wagoner, Sunday, July 31, 2022 12:04 am
News
A greener city: Salisbury arborist shares community involvement to plant trees
SALISBURY — Sometimes, the Post gets an Ask Us question that has such an interesting answer, it turns into a story. When the newsroom received ...
by Madeline Wagoner, Friday, July 29, 2022 12:10 am
Business
Soulfull Nutrition wraps up construction for opening in August
SALISBURY — A nutritious stop is coming to downtown Salisbury on Aug. 6 that features healthy treats and meal replacement shakes for any time of ...
by Madeline Wagoner, Friday, July 29, 2022 12:05 am
Rowan County
Photo gallery: Discovery Channel’s ‘Shark Week’ blimp flies over Interstate 85
SALISBURY — Thursday afternoon, Discovery Channel promotes ‘Shark Week’ special with a blimp that was spotted over Interstate 85 heading toward East Innes Street.
by Madeline Wagoner, Friday, July 29, 2022 12:00 am
Coronavirus
County nursing homes experience spike in COVID-19 cases
SALISBURY — The Post received an anonymous tip Monday concerning a possible spike in COVID-19 cases at a nursing home in Salisbury that reflects the ...
by Madeline Wagoner, Thursday, July 28, 2022 12:10 am
Education
Academic Year in America looks for ‘welcoming families’ for upcoming placement demands
SALISBURY — The Rowan-Salisbury School System opens its doors for international students all over the globe who want to experience the United States culture; however, ...
by Madeline Wagoner, Tuesday, July 26, 2022 12:08 am
Ask Us
Ask Us: Where did the purple street lights come from?
Editor’s note: Ask Us is a weekly feature published online Mondays and in print on Tuesdays. We’ll seek to answer your questions about items or trends ...
by Madeline Wagoner, Monday, July 25, 2022 12:00 pm
Business
8-year-old’s bracelet business sponsors cat adoptions in Rowan County
SALISBURY — An industrious 8-year-old girl’s bracelet business is helping cats in the Carolinas find homes, one piece of jewelry at a time. After raising ...