Natalie Anderson, Author at Salisbury Post - Page 3 of 45

Natalie Anderson covers the city of Salisbury, politics and more for the Salisbury Post. She joined the staff in January 2020 after graduating from Louisiana State University, where she was editor of The Reveille newspaper. Email her at natalie.anderson@salisburypost.com or call her at 704-797-4246.

Local

New Historic Salisbury Foundation director takes over at time with much on the horizon

SALISBURY — Kimberly Stieg and her husband, Scott, drove 1,100 miles over the Christmas holiday from Oklahoma to visit Salisbury, a historic town they knew ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Sunday, March 27, 2022 12:04 am

Local

Rowan Republicans to host grand opening of new headquarters on West Innes Street

SALISBURY — Rowan County Republicans will celebrate the grand opening of their new headquarters on West Innes Street Friday evening. The new facility is located ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Sunday, March 27, 2022 12:00 am

Local

Spirit of Rowan 2022: Food Lion started as ‘little bitty’ grocery store in Salisbury

SALISBURY — Philanthropist Ronnie Smith says there’s no way his father, Wilson, and fellow Food Lion founders Ralph and Brown Ketner could have known their ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Sunday, March 27, 2022 12:00 am

Local

Spirit of Rowan: Salisbury was center of veteran activity when VA hospital system set roots here in 1945

One of President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s last official acts was approving the construction of a VA Medical Center in Salisbury in April 1945. The W. ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Sunday, March 27, 2022 12:00 am

Local

Spirit of Rowan 2022: Interstate 85 expansion continues to spur economic development in Rowan County

Historically, Rowan County’s proximity to transportation routes like Yadkin River and the N.C. Railroad has played a major role in its economic viability. Today, interstate ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Sunday, March 27, 2022 12:00 am

Local

Spirit of Rowan 2022: J.C. Price’s legacy still felt today

Even though Salisbury activist Joseph Charles Price died at the early age of 39, his impact in the community continues to be felt today. And ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Sunday, March 27, 2022 12:00 am

Local

Spirit of Rowan 2022: African-American Heritage Trail continues to highlight Black history, culture 20 years later

SALISBURY — Though it only scratches the surface, the African-American Heritage Trial has highlighted historic places, leaders and experiences in the lives of Black Rowan ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Sunday, March 27, 2022 12:00 am

Local

Andretti family partnership will provide free colonoscopy screenings for Community Care Clinic patients

SALISBURY — Thanks to a partnership with the family of racer John Andretti, the Community Care Clinic of Rowan will begin offering free colonoscopy screenings ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Thursday, March 24, 2022 12:10 am

Elections

Business owner Kevin Crutchfield wants to preserve American dream in bid for District 83

MIDLAND — Business owner Kevin Crutchfield said he wants to do his part to enact positive change in North Carolina and preserve the American dream. ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Thursday, March 24, 2022 12:05 am

Crime

Drugs, handgun found during Rowan County traffic stop

SALISBURY — The Rowan County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 38-year-old man they suspect is a gang member on felony drug and gun charges during a ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Wednesday, March 23, 2022 7:26 pm

News

Rowan’s state lawmakers reflect on past session, look ahead to short session later this spring

SALISBURY — Rowan County lawmakers agree that a lot was accomplished during the historically long 2021 legislative session, including a compromised budget granting constituents millions ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Wednesday, March 23, 2022 12:05 am

Landis

Former Assistant Manager Brandon Linn files lawsuit against town of Landis for vacation time payout

LANDIS — Former Assistant Town Manager Brandon Linn has filed a lawsuit against the town of Landis requesting a payout of accrued vacation pay he ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Wednesday, March 23, 2022 12:04 am

Crime

Blotter: March 22

In Salisbury Police reports: • Michael Edward Winters, 45, was charged with misdemeanor violent domestic violence Saturday. • Nathan Michael Wiles, 28, was charged with ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Tuesday, March 22, 2022 6:48 pm

Local

Veterans Social Center at West End Plaza taking shape, with grand opening planned for April

SALISBURY — Just two months after getting the green light from Rowan County commissioners, the concept of a social meeting place for veterans is almost ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Tuesday, March 22, 2022 12:10 am

Crime

Blotter: Salisbury man charged for defrauding more than $20,000 from victim

SALISBURY — A 67-year-old man was charged Sunday for allegedly defrauding a victim of more than $20,000. Rowan County Sheriff’s Office charged Kenneth Augustus Brown ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Monday, March 21, 2022 10:25 am

Health

Political Notebook: Medicaid expansion looks promising in North Carolina, Rep. Sasser says

RALEIGH — Medicaid expansion could be a reality for North Carolina, says Rowan County’s Rep. Wayne Sasser, a Republican chairing the House Health Committee. Sasser, ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Monday, March 21, 2022 10:00 am

Local

Thousands of dollars raised for homeless veterans during car show at American Legion Post 14

SALISBURY — Car enthusiasts revved their engines Saturday to raise thousands of dollars for homeless veterans during the second annual car, truck and bike show ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Sunday, March 20, 2022 12:10 am

Local

Report recommends ceasing some services, constructing new clinic at Salisbury VA

SALISBURY — A new federal market assessment of Veterans Affairs facilities across the nation recommends changes at Salisbury’s W.G. (Bill) Hefner VA Medical Center, including ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Friday, March 18, 2022 3:21 pm

Local

City Council interviewing city manager candidates this month as Hiatt’s employment agreement is extended

SALISBURY — City Council members have narrowed a crowded pool of candidates to serve as the next city manager and are conducting interviews with finalists ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Friday, March 18, 2022 12:02 am

Local

Greensboro residents talk success of ‘cure violence’ model as councilman Smith works to bring efforts to Salisbury

SALISBURY — Greensboro resident John Awolowo said he sold drugs for most of his life before a seven-year incarceration that began when he was 23. ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Thursday, March 17, 2022 12:02 am

News

Council informally agrees to implement downtown social district with adjusted map, hours

SALISBURY — Council members informally agreed Tuesday to implement a downtown social district after discussing tightened boundaries and adjusted hours of operation. A formal ordinance ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Wednesday, March 16, 2022 12:10 am

East Spencer

New police vehicles, body cameras among the wishes for East Spencer’s upcoming budget

EAST SPENCER — Town officials are planning to purchase new police vehicles and body cameras along with equipment for the Public Works Department in its ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Wednesday, March 16, 2022 12:04 am

Local

Public hearing for downtown social district, presentation on Cure Violence on agenda for in-person council meeting

SALISBURY — A public hearing for a proposed downtown social drinking district and a presentation on the Cure Violence approach to reduce gun violence are ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Tuesday, March 15, 2022 12:04 am

Elections

Political Notebook: Local Democratic candidates talk 2022 election during annual convention

By Carl Blankenship and Natalie Anderson news@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — Democrats on the ballot for the 2022 election spoke about their bids for Rowan County sheriff, ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Tuesday, March 15, 2022 12:01 am

Local

Salisbury residents, real estate agents share concerns of high costs in the housing market for renters and buyers

SALISBURY — Salisbury resident Tawanda Doby said she moved to the Lakewood Apartments in 2019 and paid $850 per month for her unit. Her lease ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Sunday, March 13, 2022 12:03 am

Education

Rowan-Salisbury Schools names new North Rowan High principal, new chief of schools

SALISBURY — The Rowan-Salisbury Schools Board of Education on Friday announced the new principals of North Rowan Elementary and North Rowan High School, along with ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Friday, March 11, 2022 1:47 pm

Local

Historic Preservation Commission approves new elevator plans for Wrenn House at Bell Tower Green Park

SALISBURY — The Historic Preservation Commission on Thursday authorized the addition of an elevator at the historic Wrenn House at Bell Tower Green Park after ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Friday, March 11, 2022 12:02 am

Elections

Former council candidate Nalini Joseph using momentum from 2021 race in bid for Congressional seat

SALISBURY — Former Salisbury City Council candidate Nalini Joseph wants to use the momentum of her last campaign to propel herself to Capitol Hill for ... Read more

by Natalie Anderson, Friday, March 11, 2022 12:01 am

< Older Newer >