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Spencer Board approves annexation
SPENCER — It looks like the town of Spencer will be getting a little bit bigger after the ...
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Hippity Hop to the N.C. Transportation Museum for Springtime Family Fun with the Easter Bunny
SPENCER — The big bunny returns to the N.C. Transportation Museum in Spencer for four fun-filled days of ...
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With latest recruits, Spencer Police Department fully staffed
SPENCER — During a swearing-in ceremony at Spencer Town Hall on Tuesday, the Spencer Police Department achieved a ...
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Spencer further enhances commitment to community safety
SPENCER — The town of Spencer is shifting its fire department staffing model to provide three full-time staff ...
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Spencer community invited to labor history storytelling event
SPENCER — The town of Spencer is inviting current and former community members, and their relatives and friends ...
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Restaurant focuses on family, community: Fleming Street Bakery and Southern Cuisine grand opening is Saturday
SPENCER — Food, family and fostering community are three important things to Quinta Ellis, and all three can ...
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Man charged with sexually abusing juvenile relative
SALISBURY — A former Spencer town employee has been arrested after police say he sexually abused a juvenile ...
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N.C. Transportation Museum announces record-breaking attendance in 2023
SPENCER — The North Carolina Transportation Museum has announced record-breaking attendance for 2023. Visitation to the museum saw ...
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Two suffer minor injuries in Long Ferry Road wreck
SPENCER — A two-vehicle crash in Spencer left two people with minor injuries and shut down Long Ferry ...
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“Nothing was recorded.” — Church committee gives new life to old cemetery
SPENCER — At the intersection of Long Ferry Road and North Salisbury Avenue in Spencer used to be ...
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Spencer board green lights potential access road
SPENCER — A mile long access road off Long Ferry Road took a step towards fruition during the ...
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NC Museum of Dolls, Toys & Miniatures and First Community Center of Spencer join Rowan County’s monthly Second Saturdays shopping extravaganza
SPENCER — The N.C. Museum of Dolls, Toys & Miniatures and the First Community Center of Spencer are ...
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Spencer Aldermen take oath of office
SPENCER — During the most recent Spencer Board of Aldermen meeting, the victors from November’s election were sworn ...
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A celebration of running, community and the legacy of David Freeze
SPENCER — Spencer, a quaint town nestled in Rowan County, came alive on Saturday, Dec. 2, as it ...
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Spencer unveils plaque honoring former town manager
SPENCER — Spencer held an unveiling of a plaque honoring former town manager Hilda Palmer during their pre-agenda ...
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Spencer renews confidence in Mayor Jonathan Williams
SPENCER — Winning by a large margin, Jonathan Williams has retained his position of mayor of Spencer, receiving ...
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Lending a hand: Carson FBLA assists with Habitat for Humanity home build, North Rowan Middle students visit site
SPENCER — Habitat for Humanity has transformed numerous lives by putting home ownership within reach of vulnerable individuals. ...
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Heather Kann joins Spencer staff as finance officer
SPENCER — Heather Kann has joined the town of Spencer as its new finance officer. She brings over ...
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Spencer public works director provides update on new trash collection truck following rollout
SPENCER — The town of Spencer rolled out a new trash collection vehicle last week. The public works ...
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NC Museum of Dolls, Toys and Miniatures hosts “Dolls and Delights” luncheon
SPENCER — The North Carolina Museum of Dolls, Toys and Miniatures held a “Steiff, Deutschland Dolls and Delights” ...
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Join the Spencer Woman’s Club in an act of compassion on National Day of Service
SPENCER — The Spencer Woman’s Club is extending an invitation to the entire community to join in for ...
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New garbage trucks coming to Spencer
SPENCER — The town of Spencer is preparing to put a new automated side load (ASL) garbage truck ...
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Bunce Carts’ grand opening brings over 1,000 to downtown Spencer
SPENCER — Bunce Carts held their grand opening on Saturday, complete with food trucks, beach music, and a ...
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Spencer receives grant to tackle creation of city park
By Elisabeth Strillacci and Chandler Inions SPENCER — The town has received $500,000 in a grant from the ...
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Preview: Bunce Carts having grand opening event this Saturday
SPENCER — This Saturday, right across the street from the North Carolina Transportation Museum, Bunce Carts is organizing ...
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Fun is Brewing at the N.C. Transportation Museum with the Brew & Choo Craft Beer Festival on Aug. 12
SPENCER — The North Carolina Transportation Museum is brewing up fun and good times in preparation for their ...
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Truck strikes power lines knocking out power to residents for the day
SPENCER — A large truck driving down Long Ferry Road about 8 a.m. Monday morning clipped an overhanging ...
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Doll artists from around the world teach classes in Spencer
SPENCER — The National Institute of American Doll Artists held workshops in Spencer from Sunday to Tuesday in ...