Valdese
LATEST NEWS
Troop 443’s conservation adventure at Frying Pan Tower
SALISBURY — Recently, Troop 443 of Salisbury embarked on an journey to the historic Frying Pan Tower, where 12 Scouts and four leaders dedicated an impressive 288 man-hours to conservation work over the span of five days. This trip was not just an adventure but a significant contribution to Frying Pan Tower’s mission to restore, […] The post Troop 443’s conservation adventure at Frying Pan Tower appeared first on Salisbury Post.
Sudden Impact’s Loggins named Detailer of the Year
Mark Loggins, an employee of Sudden Impact Collision/Mechanical Shop was named “Detailer of the Year” by the Carolinas Collision Association (CCA). The award was made at the quarterly meeting of the CCA which was held at the Autotality offices in Mooresville on July 18. Loggins was nominated for the award by Sudden Impact because he has […] The post Sudden Impact’s Loggins named Detailer of the Year appeared first on Salisbury Post.
Residents, business owners invited to welcome Cycle NC participants to Statesville
More than 900 cyclists are expected to stop over in Statesville on October 7 during the Cycle NC Mountains to Coast ride. The Statesville Convention & Visitors Bureau, the City of Statesville, Downtown Statesville Development Corporation and Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce invite the community to help welcome the cyclists.
History on Tap opens up first school for Black students in Salisbury to the public
SALISBURY — The first Black grade school in Salisbury has been closed to the public for more than two decades, but on Thursday the Historic Salisbury Foundation opened up the Lincoln School as part of its History on Tap event series. While the foundation does not own the school, which is located off of South […] The post History on Tap opens up first school for Black students in Salisbury to the public appeared first on Salisbury Post.
Chapel Hill girl gets on stage, receives Taylor Swift's hat during Eras Tour stop in Germany
A Taylor Swift fan from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, lived out her dream and went viral during Swift's Era's tour in Hamburg, Germany, on July 23.Lucia Hugelmeyer, 9, was in Italy with her family for her 17-year-old sister's lacrosse team. They made a last-minute decision to attend Swift's concert in Germany.It turned out to be a decision Hugelmeyer will never forget.She was picked from the crowd to go on stage and receive Taylor Swift's hat during the entertainer's hit song "22." The hat gift is a staple at Swift's concerts, but Hugelmeyer never imagined she'd be picked to be part...
‘Empowered women empower children’: Salisbury woman’s project aims to educate, aid young girls
SALISBURY — A lack of formal education on her body’s physical development impacted Jante “Janet” Gibson-Bryant in ways that she wanted to make sure other young women were equipped with the knowledge needed to navigate those formative ages. “I was not taught about my menstrual cycle,” Gibson-Bryant said. “I think because of that, it put […] The post ‘Empowered women empower children’: Salisbury woman’s project aims to educate, aid young girls appeared first on Salisbury Post.
Nonprofit aims to preserve legacy of Davidson’s west side
DAVIDSON – A fledgling nonprofit founded by two determined women is connecting aging homeowners on Davidson’s west side with resources they need to stay in their homes. It’s a work of heart that started with a chance meeting. Elizabeth Wilson first encountered Cherese Spand five or six years ago in a Cornelius nail salon. They hit it off immediately but didn’t stay in touch.
Family Sues Uber After Two Young Girls Were Trafficked
The Uber drivers transporting the two girls are accused of not canceling the rides after learning of the girls' ages. A South Carolina family says two daughters, both under 14, were trafficked using Uber. And now the family has filed a lawsuit against the ride share company. Attorney Tracey Cowan...
RM's Battle to lead East in 2025 East-West All-Star Football Game
Rocky Mount’s Jason Battle will lead the East football team in the 2025 North Carolina Coaches Association East-West All-Star Game. Battle, the head coach for the Gryphons, will be assisted by Will Bland (J.H. Rose), Ernest King Jr. (Westover), Scott Loosemore (Scotland), Ben Penny (Triton) and Johnathan Sherman (Gray’s Creek). “It’s a tremendous honor,” Battle said. “I am humbled by it as well as I am really appreciative that somebody...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.