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Scouting awards presented to recognize leadership

SALISBURY — Recognizing those who have served and provided leadership in scouting was the purpose of the awards ...

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Spencer’s first Holiday Caravan parade in decades a success

SPENCER – For the first time in about 65 years, Spencer again hosted its own holiday parade the ...

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Employee of the Year in Landis sets standard for son

(A previous version of this story misidentified the Landis police chief. His name is Matthew Geelen.) LANDIS — ...

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Photos: Southern Rowan Christmas Parade spreads spirit

The Southern Rowan Christmas Parade rolled through China Grove and Landis on Tuesday.

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Building Community Together: United Way Campaign closing in on goal raising more than $1 million

SALISBURY — Building Community Together is the theme of this year’s United Way Campaign, focusing on pieces of ...

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Shopping with cops lifts spirits for kids

LANDIS — Twelve children ranging in age from two to 17 spent Saturday morning with Landis police officers, ...

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Local first responder to lead Spencer parade

SPENCER — As the Spencer Holiday Caravan makes its return debut Wednesday night, it will be lead by ...

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Faith Frosty Fest looking to continue holiday successes on Saturday

FAITH — The Faith Frosty Fest has been a resounding success during its first two years, and the town ...

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AI now and in the future discussed at PIP breakfast

SALISBURY — Artificial intelligence was the topic at the Rowan County Chamber of Commerce’s Nov. 21 Power in ...

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Granite Quarry names Taylor police chief

By Elisabeth Strillacci and Robert Sullivan GRANITE QUARRY — Todd Taylor has served the town of Granite Quarry ...

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Annual holiday craft show helps benefit cystic fibrosis

SALISBURY— Father & Son Produce Market on Sherrill’s Ford Road was buzzing with activity on Nov. 16 as, ...

Rockwell

Thanksgiving celebration planned in Rockwell

ROCKWELL — The churches of Rockwell will hold its annual community Thanksgiving service at Grace Lower Stone Reformed ...

Salisbury

Free Thanksgiving meal provided by local church

SALISBURY — For years, The Reach Church has provided a free Thanksgiving meal to the community, and this ...

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Conference provides history, tips for genealogical success

CLEVELAND — Learning of early Rowan County immigrants and tips for success in researching one’s ancestors were part ...

Salisbury

Burial cart rolls out with new look: Local union veterans committee takes on restoration project

Wanting better for veterans as they make their way to their final resting place spurred members of the ...

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East Spencer board approves permits, changes for new homes

EAST SPENCER — The annexation of a parcel of land on Pine Tree Drive was approved by the ...

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Spencer will apply to participate in UNC affordable housing program

SPENCER — The town has agreed to participate in a University of North Carolina program called “Our State, ...

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China Grove Community Building facelift continues

CHINA GROVE — The China Grove Community Building upgrades continue after Castor’s Construction’s bid for interior and exterior ...

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State approves $100K request for Grants Creek Blueway, Spencer

SPENCER — The town voted Tuesday night to accept a state grant for $100,000 from the Parks and ...

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Granite Quarry implements interstate commerce zoning district, annexes two properties with it

GRANITE QUARRY — Granite Quarry has a highway commerce zoning district centered around businesses on Highway 52, but ...

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East Spencer’s Douglas receives one of four awards in nation

EAST SPENCER  — Town Manager Michael Douglas is one of four recipients nationwide of a the Veterans Recognition ...

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China Grove approves grant-backed playground equipment purchase

CHINA GROVE — China Grove took steps towards purchasing a new play structure for Westhaven Park to replace ...

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Faith Academy honors veterans

FAITH — Veterans, students, staff and other guests gathered at the flag pole at Faith Academy Charter School ...

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China Grove takes on 5K, changes waste partner

CHINA GROVE — The China Grove Town Council took steps to adopt a 5K race previously organized by ...

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Packing shoeboxes continues legacy and honors grandfather

CHINA GROVE — Continuing the legacy is what prompted Campbell Ellsworth to set a goal of packing enough ...

Salisbury

Dog training center has new home; grooming now available

SALISBURY — Finding her talent and being naturally good at what she does is what Theresa Pitner said ...

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East Spencer continues on growth curve, improvements

EAST SPENCER — The walls are up on both buildings in the new industrial center on Andrews Street ...

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East Spencer hires first ever finance director

EAST SPENCER — For the first time in its history, the town has hired a financial director, a ...

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