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Storm Helene downs trees and power lines
Tropical storm Helene hit Rowan County and much of western North Carolina Friday morning with a one-two punch, starting in the early hours before dawn with rain and wind and rounding with a second hit about 9 a.m. Local streets were subject to flash flooding and as of noon, there were still about 13,000 without […] The post Storm Helene downs trees and power lines appeared first on Salisbury Post.
Pfafftown neighbors share concerns about ‘compound’
PFAFFTOWN, N.C. (WGHP) — A growing homeless encampment in Pfafftown has sparked concerns from neighbors who say they no longer feel safe in the area. The site, known locally as the “Pfafftown Compound,” has become the focus of both community members and county officials as they seek a resolution. Residents say the situation has escalated over […]
Spencer to kick off town park construction at National Night Out
SPENCER — The Town of Spencer is hosting its fourth annual National Night Out celebration on Tuesday, Oct. 1. All are invited to the Park Plaza (located at Salisbury Avenue and Fifth Street) in Spencer for free food and drinks, educational materials, and more from 5:30 p.m. until 8 p.m. National Night Out promotes police-community […] The post Spencer to kick off town park construction at National Night Out appeared first on Salisbury Post.
Lexington to develop depot district
LEXINGTON, N.C. (WGHP) — The City of Lexington is continuing its efforts to revitalize its Historic Depot District. A new mixed-use development is expected to come to the area now that city leaders unanimously chose a developer’s proposal for the site. The new development is expected to be built at 313 Railroad St. It’s one […]
Sidewalk art at Railwalk gets new designs
SALISBURY — The crosswalks at the intersection of Lee and Kerr streets and the one by the Farmer’s Market, all in the Railwalk Arts District, got new designs this weekend during the second Paint the Pavement event. The first painting event was completed in September 2022, and was sponsored by what was then the Salisbury […] The post Sidewalk art at Railwalk gets new designs appeared first on Salisbury Post.
N.C. Transportation Museum sells three passenger cars to Washington-based scenic railroad for restoration
ELBE, WASH. — Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad in Elbe, Washington announced recently that it acquired three historic, ex-Reading Railroad passenger cars from the North Carolina Transportation Museum. The railroad organization, owned by non-profit Western Forest Industries Museum, bought the passenger cars after the museum determined that they were not a fit for its collection and […] The post N.C. Transportation Museum sells three passenger cars to Washington-based scenic railroad for restoration appeared first on Salisbury Post.
Salisbury VA Health Care System has housed 370 veterans experiencing homelessness in FY24
SALISBURY — The Salisbury VA Health Care System announced today it has housed 370 veterans experiencing homeless in North Carolina in Fiscal Year 2024. A total of 90 percent of these veterans have not returned to homelessness, and 468 unsheltered veterans have been engaged to ensure they have access to the housing and other wraparound […] The post Salisbury VA Health Care System has housed 370 veterans experiencing homelessness in FY24 appeared first on Salisbury Post.
Council clarifies language on open burning: Clemmons to kickoff public input for Village Transportation Plan
CLEMMONS — The Clemmons Village Council took steps in Monday night’s meeting to modernize amendments with the language regarding burning and clarifying what is and is not allowed. Amy Flyte, assistant village manager, led the discussion and highlights of changes, which includes a Clemmons Code of Ordinances Amendment for Chapter 96 – Air Quality Control […] The post Council clarifies language on open burning: Clemmons to kickoff public input for Village Transportation Plan appeared first on clemmonscourier.
Upcoming events at Clemmons Branch Library
Youth programs Story times: Join in for great books, finger plays, songs and crafts for toddlers and preschoolers in the story time room. Story time is on Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m., followed by a repeat performance at 10:30 a.m., and on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. Preschool Craft Time: The fun continues on Thursdays after story […] The post Upcoming events at Clemmons Branch Library appeared first on clemmonscourier.
Kiwanis Club of Clemmons August highlights
By Ina Beavers For the Clemmons Courier At our Aug. 6 meeting, Steve Danner reported on our Aug. 3 highway cleanup. We had four members participating. Treasurer Barbara Schanker gave the financial report. Members of the 2024 Leadership Group from the Clemmons Chamber of Commerce gave their final presentation to our club. The leadership class consisted […] The post Kiwanis Club of Clemmons August highlights appeared first on clemmonscourier.
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