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Waterworks exhibition brings masterpieces of modern, contemporary art to Salisbury
SALISBURY — The wait is nearly over as the Waterworks Visual Arts Center prepares for the yearlong exhibition of paintings and sculptures from the private collection of the late New York philanthropists Julian and Josie Robertson. “Never Before Seen…Modern Masterpieces” will include 40 works by 28 leading European modernists, including such greats as Kandinsky, Monet, […] The post Waterworks exhibition brings masterpieces of modern, contemporary art to Salisbury appeared first on Salisbury Post.
Holy Grind Coffee House opens North Hills location
SALISBURY — The Holy Grind Coffee House has just announced the grand opening of its newest location in the North Hills Christian School, a unique space designed to foster peace, love and meaningful connections. Rooted in Christian values, The Holy Grind offers a welcoming coffee house environment where students, teachers and parents can experience high-quality […] The post Holy Grind Coffee House opens North Hills location appeared first on Salisbury Post.
Democratic Women of Ashe honor Ruth Bader Ginsberg
WEST JEFFERSON — The Democratic Women of Ashe held their second annual gala and fundraiser on Saturday, Aug. 24, at the Ashe Arts Center in West Jefferson. The event honored the late United States Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg. Forty-six attendees enjoyed the delightful music of the Mountain Laurels, a delicious covered dish dinner, and an evening of fellowship. The event was attended by Frank Hughes, candidate for NC Senate, Ben Massey, candidate for NC House, and Tanya Robinson and Nancy Weaver, both candidates...
PHOTOS: Trip Rogers Band rocks Hamlet’s Main Street Park in Boxcar Concert Series
HAMLET — The Trip Rogers Band made its first appearance in the Boxcar Concert Series on Aug. 23. The three-piece band took the stage at Main Street Park with a set list featuring mostly classic rock, with renditions of tunes from Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix, Van Morrison, Tom Petty and The Band.
Local man overturns Escalade, arrested at scene
A local man was arrested after crashing the Escalade he was driving near Eastwood. According to N.C. Highway Patrol, the man was driving west on Juniper Lake Road near Highway 15-501 when he lost control of the vehicle, crossed the road, hit an embankment, collided with two tree and landed on the driver’s side.
Guardian Angels: Iredell Health System employees recognized for making a difference
Did someone have a positive impact on you while you were visiting Iredell Memorial Hospital? The Guardian Angel Program is a great way to recognize top-notch care while supporting families in your community. Here are a few remarks from patients who chose to recognize a staff member who made an...
Former Salisbury resident publishes book
SALISBURY — Former Salisburian Richard “Gene” Dukes recently published a book. Bio of “The Forgotten Son” is now available on Amazon. The book takes place during and after the Vietnam War era, a time of successes and failures. According to the summary on Amazon, “Hugh Thornwell went through that struggle in Vietnam, and although not […] The post Former Salisbury resident publishes book appeared first on Salisbury Post.
New Class of Vehicle Crime Inspectors Joins N.C. DMV Bureau in Rocky Mount Ceremony
The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles' License and Theft Bureau has added eleven new inspectors to combat vehicle-related crimes. They recently completed their training in the 30th Basic Inspector Class at the DMV Headquarters in Rocky Mount. Their duties include addressing vehicle theft, title fraud, driver's license and ID card manipulation, and odometer tampering, as reported by the NCDOT.
Alabama mom shot dead 'by ex' in front of kids as child leads police officer to her body
A mother was shot dead in front of her children who later led police officers to find her dead body. Shannette Yvonne Colbert, 35, was shot dead at her home at the 2700 block of East Cottonwood Road in Dothan, Alabama, on Friday, August 23. Her ex-boyfriend Phillip Lee McAdoo, who is also the father of one of her children, has been charged with capital murder.
Funding solidified for Pilot Mountain SRO
The Town of Pilot Mountain on Monday requested Surry County Board of Commissioner to fully fund the salary of a school resource officer at Pilot Mountain Elementary, a request the board unanimously approved. The school district and board of education members in attendance reiterated there was no coverage gap at the middle school in the current school year; a deputy on site is being paid for by the school board at an hourly rate. ...
NCDMV adds 6 new kiosks at Harris Teeter stores, bringing total to 9
The North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles (NCDMV) on Monday announced six new NCDMV self-service kiosks, bringing the state's total to nine. The self-service kiosks can be found at the following Harris Teeter stores:. Quail Corners (8538 Park Road, Charlotte) Town Center Plaza (8600 University City Blvd., Charlotte) Central Avenue...
High temperatures return this week in the Triad
PIEDMONT TRIAD, N.C. (WGHP) — It’s back to school, and we are starting the week with sunny skies and unseasonably warm weather. High pressure is going to sit and spin over the southern Appalachians for the next several days, and that will produce sunny skies and highs in the upper-80’s today. The UV index is […]
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