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A do-si does it: Longtime parade fixture goes out with a bang
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Local students honored at Annual SkillsUSA workforce development event
ATLANTA — Career and technical students represented the Rowan County area well at the 2024 SkillsUSA Championships, held in Atlanta, June 26-27. Mason E. Ridenhour, from Rockwell and a student at East Rowan High School, was awarded the high school gold medal in masonry. Meanwhile, two students from Kannapolis Middle School, Grace Laukaitis and Halainn […] The post Local students honored at Annual SkillsUSA workforce development event appeared first on Salisbury Post.
Salisbury residents host event promoting reading
SALISBURY — Last weekend, more than 50 area residents gathered in Bell Tower Green for Salisbury’s first Silent Read-In. During the event, participants read silently for 30 minutes in order to demonstrate the importance of literacy in society and create a movement to make Salisbury a city known for reading. The event was the brainchild […] The post Salisbury residents host event promoting reading appeared first on Salisbury Post.
Callie Trexler crowned Rowan County Veterans Council Queen
FAITH — The results in and Callie Trexler was crowned as the Rowan County Veterans Council Queen during the Faith 4th of July celebration. Trexler was representing Amvets Post 845. The first runner up was Sara Pierce, representing Amvets Post 565. Noelle Richardson was the second runner up. She represented American Legion Post 327. The post Callie Trexler crowned Rowan County Veterans Council Queen appeared first on Salisbury Post.
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street — storytelling at its best
By Jenny Hubbard For the Salisbury Post SALISBURY — Forget the bells and whistles. Piedmont Players’ production of “Sweeney Todd,” the musical thriller by Stephen Sondheim and Hugh Wheeler, is storytelling, pure and simple. Director Tod Kubo and musical director Drina Keen have chosen to keep the story “true to its original intention,” to do so, […] The post Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street — storytelling at its best appeared first on Salisbury Post.
U.S. Marshals Save 200 Missing Children in North Carolina Operation
In a monumental six-week operation, the U.S. Marshals have successfully rescued 200 missing children in North Carolina. This operation stands as a testament to their unwavering dedication and commitment. Collaboration Across Agencies. The Fayetteville Police Department initiated the call for assistance from the U.S. Marshals to locate a mother and...
Did you like to order to-go cocktails in 2020? A new bill proposes to make it permanent
NORTH CAROLINA, USA — A new alcohol law may be coming to North Carolina, it would allow you to add an alcoholic drink to your to-go order. SB 527 proposes to allow licensed establishments to sell to-go mixed drinks with the purchase of food. The bill also states that the drinks must be in a secured container.
Retired nurse 1 of 50 from NC volunteering with Red Cross in Texas as TS Beryl nears
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Shelia Chapman, a retired nurse and volunteer with the American Red Cross, has traveled to San Antonio to further help provide aid and relief, as the city prepares for the blow of Tropical Storm Beryl. News 13 spoke with Chapman, a seasoned nurse with nearly...
NC Central sophomore crowned Miss North Carolina 2024
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — A North Carolina Central University student will represent North Carolina at this Miss America Pageant. Carrie Everett says she will spend the next year pushing more girls to compete for the title despite obstacles they may face to win the crown. “I was so shocked,...
First lady to visit Wilmington amid crucial time for Biden campaign
The eyes of the political world are again on North Carolina, as President Biden's political future is up in the air.First lady Jill Biden is preparing to make another campaign stop in the state with a visit to Wilmington on Monday.It all comes as the Biden campaign has gone all in on making a play for North Carolina in 2024. It was also here in Raleigh where the president rallied the day after the debate where many observers said he had a poor debate performance.Amid questions and uncertainty about his future, Biden's Raleigh speech is now featured heavily in...
Xtreme Outlaw Midget Series Rookies Thriving in New Challenge
CONCORD, NC (July 5, 2024) – The Xtreme Outlaw Midget Series presented by Toyota took in several drivers new to Midget racing and the Series in 2024, and their progress has shown throughout the first half of the season. Seven rookies have made committed to following the entire Series...
25 in ’25: BJ’s announces newest location for the Garden State
BJ's Wholesale Club has announced two new store locations and one is in New Jersey. The new spot will be the Garden State's 25th location of the membership-only warehouse club. The announcement also includes the 10th BJ's location for North Carolina. “We are excited to deliver the unbeatable value our...
ENC farmers markets thankful for rain
GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — Some farmers markets across Eastern North Carolina are feeling the summer heat’s impacts on their crops. They are thankful for the rain that fell on those crops Saturday after little to no rain over the past week. “We absolutely love the rain, we do not only do our produce, we do […]
Politics Monday: Are recent national headlines impacting the presidential campaign in NC?
Over the last month or so, the 2024 political season has kicked into another gear. The Supreme Court continued to hand down decisions that could have a massive impact on how our society and democracy operate. These include decisions on the power of regulatory agencies, the fallout from the Jan. 6 insurrection and the extent of presidential immunity.
Newns appointed to State Emergency Response Commission
Mary Beth Newns, Currituck County Emergency Management director, was appointed on June 10, 2024 by North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper to serve on the State Emergency Response Commission (SERC). Newns has worked for Currituck County for 22 years and has served as Emergency Management director since January 2010. The State Emergency Response Commission (SERC) acts […] The post Newns appointed to State Emergency Response Commission appeared first on The Coastland Times.
Vaping regulations, DMV changes among bills signed by North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper signed four bills Wednesday that include the creation of a new registry for vaping products and a slew of changes related to transportation laws and the state DMV.
Wildlife Commission announces 2024 wild turkey harvest total
RALEIGH — Results from the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission’s (NCWRC) 2024 Wild Turkey Harvest Summary report show that hunters recorded 24,074 birds harvested statewide in 2024, including 2,372 birds taken during the youth season. Hunters harvested 15 fewer turkeys than last year’s record total, making the 2024 Spring Turkey season the second-highest year on record. Both the Mountain and Coastal ecoregions reported increases in harvest numbers compared to the 2023 season, particularly in the Coastal region. “Turkey hunting continues to be very popular in North...
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