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Spencer Moose Lodge continues local law enforcement support
SPENCER — Members of Moose Lodge 2019 gifted a large check to the Granite Quarry-Faith Joint Police Authority during their meeting on Monday night. It’s the latest contribution to area law enforcement by the Spencer-based organization. “Spencer Moose Lodge would like to present you with a $1,000 check to help you out with your police department […] The post Spencer Moose Lodge continues local law enforcement support appeared first on Salisbury Post.
Commissioners approve rezoning allowing expansion of green electric race car shop
SALISBURY — The Rowan County Board of Commissioners approved a rezoning on Monday that would allow for the expansion of an electric race car shop and a potential future fast-speed electric vehicle charging site in northern Rowan County. The rezoning request moved the property located on Jenny Drive, just off of Old Union Church Road, […] The post Commissioners approve rezoning allowing expansion of green electric race car shop appeared first on Salisbury Post.
Blotter — Aug. 21
Salisbury Police reports • A theft of a motor vehicle from Benjamin Drive reportedly occurred between 3:40 a.m. Aug. 18 and 7:30 a.m. Aug. 19. • A theft of a motor vehicle from Bendix Drive reportedly occurred between 1 and 7:50 a.m. Aug. 19. • Theft from a motor vehicle on Travis Lane reportedly occurred […] The post Blotter — Aug. 21 appeared first on Salisbury Post.
House fire in Landis displaces residents
LANDIS — A house fire in the 200 block of West Garden Street near North Zion Street has left five residents displaced, according to officials. A small fire was reported just before 4 p.m. Tuesday. On arrival, firefighters reported flames were showing but the fire was under control in less than an hour. Red Cross […] The post House fire in Landis displaces residents appeared first on Salisbury Post.
Hundreds of vehicles converge on Salisbury for second annual downtown cruise-in
SALISBURY — Hundreds of vehicles parked on and along North Main Street in downtown Salisbury on Saturday as part of the second-annual cruise in being hosted by the Salisbury Downtown Cruisers. Doug Ray, executive director of the nonprofit Salisbury Downtown Cruisers, said that local businesses from throughout the county donated door prizes for the event […] The post Hundreds of vehicles converge on Salisbury for second annual downtown cruise-in appeared first on Salisbury Post.
‘Re-opening the door to our legacy’ : Cleveland explores restoration efforts, vision for R.A. Clement School
CLEVELAND — Two representatives from The Cannon Foundation visited Cleveland on Monday, joining various town officials and figures to discuss a grant application being submitted to revitalize the R.A. Clement School into a destination for programming, community gatherings and other activities. Cannon Foundation Executive Director Suzanne Philemon and Program Officer Candice Kane joined the slew of […] The post ‘Re-opening the door to our legacy’ : Cleveland explores restoration efforts, vision for R.A. Clement School appeared first on Salisbury Post.
Fundraiser established for slain store owner
SALISBURY — One week ago, 36-year-old Mainank Patel was shot and killed while working in his shop, Tobacco House, during an attempted robbery. Rowan County sheriff’s deputies have arrested a juvenile in connection with Patel’s death and charges are pending. The day of the shooting, deputies initially had a 911 hang up call from the […] The post Fundraiser established for slain store owner appeared first on Salisbury Post.
Driver, victim in fatal accident identified
MOORESVILLE — The driver of a Ford work truck that struck a Mercedes-Benz stopped on Teeter Road on Aug. 16 has been identified as Mark Carl Rigby, 65. He has already been charged with misdemeanor death by motor vehicle and failure to maintain lane. N.C. State Highway Patrol officials said Rigby was traveling east on […] The post Driver, victim in fatal accident identified appeared first on Salisbury Post.
Blotter — Aug. 20
Eight injured in Saturday crash According to N.C. State Highway Patrol, eight people, including two adults and six children, were injured in a single-car crash at the end of Kepley Road Saturday night. Officials say just after 11:30 p.m. Saturday night a sedan ran the stop sign at Kepley and Goodson Roads, crossing Goodson and […] The post Blotter — Aug. 20 appeared first on Salisbury Post.
Woodleaf house fire leaves two displaced, Kannapolis fire displaces one
A house fire in Woodleaf that broke out just before 3 a.m. Sunday left two residents displaced but the American Red Cross local branch was able to help them with housing. The Scotch-Irish Fire Department responded to a report of a house fire at 281 Triton Lane at 2:43 a.m. According to fire officials fire […] The post Woodleaf house fire leaves two displaced, Kannapolis fire displaces one appeared first on Salisbury Post.
English Speaking Union announces upcoming program schedule for 2024-25 year
Submitted The Salisbury chapter of the English-Speaking Union has seven blockbuster programs scheduled for its 2024-25 season. Starting September 19, 2024 through April 17, 2025, topics will cover the gamut including world affairs, politics, literature, arts, history, the Notre-Dame cathedral restoration, and music. Membership dues have increased proportionate to what national headquarters is now extracting, […] The post English Speaking Union announces upcoming program schedule for 2024-25 year appeared first on Salisbury Post.
Rowan Museum announces upcoming German heritage celebrations
Submitted The Rowan Museum is once again hosting our annual German heritage weekend with two events at the Old Stone House in Granite Quarry. On Friday, Sept. 13 at 6:30 p.m., we are hosting “Deutscher Abend,” or German Evening. We will have a wonderful German buffet by the Buttercup Café, along with New Sarum beer, German […] The post Rowan Museum announces upcoming German heritage celebrations appeared first on Salisbury Post.
Robinson alleges Stein’s wife was ‘deeply embedded’ in DHHS. AG says his claim is ‘ridiculous’ – Spokesperson for DHHS confirmed Anna Stein “has not been involved” in oversight work
By Galen Bacharier NC Newsline Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson, in a speech Wednesday at an event for former President Donald Trump, slammed the “weaponization of government” as he likened state oversight of his family’s businesses to Trump’s ongoing investigations and legal battles. And he alleged that Attorney General Josh Stein’s wife was “deeply embedded” in […] The post Robinson alleges Stein’s wife was ‘deeply embedded’ in DHHS. AG says his claim is ‘ridiculous’ – Spokesperson for DHHS confirmed Anna Stein “has not been involved” in oversight work appeared first on Salisbury Post.
Medication Take Back Week slated for Aug. 26-30
Those with old medication that needs to be disposed of have multiple locations and days to do so this month. A Medication Take Back Week is scheduled for Aug. 26-30 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. providing opportunities to conveniently discard unneeded medications, which will then be properly disposed of. There will also be giveaways […] The post Medication Take Back Week slated for Aug. 26-30 appeared first on Salisbury Post.
Shots fired at EMS, firefighters responding to call
A 42-year-old man, Miguel Angel Ramirez, is under arrest after firing shots at both EMS and firefighters who were responding to a report that he was possibly unconscious in a car on the side of a road. According to Rowan County Sheriff’s Public Information Officer Captain Mark McDaniel, 911 received a report about 11:46 a.m. […] The post Shots fired at EMS, firefighters responding to call appeared first on Salisbury Post.
New judge means Rowan District Court bench has female majority
SALISBURY — With the swearing in Thursday afternoon of now Judge B. Ashley Andrews, the district court bench in Rowan County now has more female judges than males, for the first time in history. Andrews was appointed by Gov. Roy Cooper to fill the vacancy left by the retirement of Judge R. Marshall Bickett. Andrews […] The post New judge means Rowan District Court bench has female majority appeared first on Salisbury Post.
Preview: Salisbury City Council to consider contract to renovate former Wells Fargo into events center
SALISBURY — The Salisbury City Council will receive an update on the Parks and Recreation Event Center and consider authorizing an approximately $300,000 contract to remodel the former Wells Fargo Building during its meeting on Tuesday. The city entered into a contract to purchase the former bank facility in 2022 with the possibility of the building […] The post Preview: Salisbury City Council to consider contract to renovate former Wells Fargo into events center appeared first on Salisbury Post.
Free admission for active duty military families at NC Museum of Dolls, Toys & Miniatures ends Labor Day
SPENCER — The NC Museum of Dolls, Toys & Miniatures (NCMDTM) has announced its continued participation in the Blue Star Museums program, offering free admission to all active duty military families through Labor Day, Sept. 2. This marks the museum‘s second year of involvement in this nationwide initiative, which is a collaboration among the National […] The post Free admission for active duty military families at NC Museum of Dolls, Toys & Miniatures ends Labor Day appeared first on Salisbury Post.
Rowan deputies make arrest after months-long drug investigation
A 47-year old man has been arrested by Rowan County Sheriff’s deputies following a four-month investigation into drug trafficking. Michael David Smith was arrested Friday, Aug. 16 and is facing numerous drug charges, according to RCSO public information officer Captain Mark McDaniel. Detectives from the Rowan County Sheriff’s Office Special Investigations Unit began an investigation […] The post Rowan deputies make arrest after months-long drug investigation appeared first on Salisbury Post.
Lutheran Services for the Aging achieves BBB investment-grade rating: Senior services arm of Lutheran Services Carolinas has a stable rating outlook
SALISBURY — Lutheran Services for the Aging (LSA), the senior services affiliate of Lutheran Services Carolinas (LSC), has received a BBB investment-grade rating with a stable rating outlook from Fitch Ratings, a leading provider of credit ratings, commentary and research for global capital markets. An investment-grade rating indicates that LSA is a low to moderate […] The post Lutheran Services for the Aging achieves BBB investment-grade rating: Senior services arm of Lutheran Services Carolinas has a stable rating outlook appeared first on Salisbury Post.
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