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A STRONG THUNDERSTORM WILL IMPACT NORTHEASTERN CABARRUS AND SOUTHEASTERN ROWAN COUNTIES THROUGH 800 PM EDT.
Please take a moment to visit our local sponsors to let them know that you appreciate their support of our blog. ...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM WILL IMPACT NORTHEASTERN CABARRUS AND. SOUTHEASTERN ROWAN COUNTIES THROUGH 800 PM EDT... At 714 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 10. miles southeast...
Grove Hydration celebrates anniversary: Offers proactive approach to health
CHINA GROVE — Grove Hydration, an IV hydration and vitamin therapy service, located at 302 S. Main St. in China Grove, celebrated its first anniversary on April 10 and it’s growing. Owner Stacy Woodward said she wanted to start this business because there was nothing like it locally. There were some in the Charlotte area […] The post Grove Hydration celebrates anniversary: Offers proactive approach to health appeared first on Salisbury Post.
New parks and recreation director brings her big city experience to Salisbury
SALISBURY — After a months-long search, Keisha Coxe has replaced Nick Aceves as Salisbury’s new parks and recreation director. Originally from Wadesboro, Coxe is an alumni of Wingate University where she played basketball and volleyball. Coxe got her start in parks and recreation in Mecklenburg County moving up from a seasonal employee to a facilities […] The post New parks and recreation director brings her big city experience to Salisbury appeared first on Salisbury Post.
Deputies: 18-year-old accused of having high-powered rifle on Iredell Co. school property
STATESVILLE, N.C. (WBTV) - An 18-year-old was arrested Friday after allegedly having a gun on school property at West Iredell High School. Deputies with the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office said they received information that an individual was possibly headed toward the school with a gun. He was identified as 18-year-old Austin Lee Thomas.
Eddie Gossage, the longtime head of Texas Motor Speedway, dies at 65
CONCORD, N.C. (AP) — Eddie Gossage, the longtime head of Texas Motor Speedway and an old-school promoter mentored by stock car racing’s pioneers, has died, Speedway Motorsports announced Thursday night. He was 65. Gossage stepped down three years ago after 25 years as president of the track in Fort Worth, Texas. In all, Gossage spent 32 years working for Speedway Motorsports, learning the art of selling tickets, packing grandstands and turning races into must-see spectacles from company founder Bruton Smith and longtime executive Humpy Wheeler. “There was nothing too crazy for Eddie,” IndyCar team owner Bobby Rahal said Friday. “There...
Salisbury the Magazine to hit the stands this week
SALISBURY — Just as summertime is a great time to create memories, the summer 2024 issue of Salisbury the Magazine, which will hit the stands on Tuesday, provides stories about making memories, capturing them and sharing them with others. In the story titled, “Spring in his step,” Ben White, a NASCAR journalist, shares the story […] The post Salisbury the Magazine to hit the stands this week appeared first on Salisbury Post.
RCCC celebrates 60 years by awarding nearly 1,600 degrees, diplomas and certificates
Submitted SALISBURY — Rowan-Cabarrus Community College marked a significant milestone with the successful completion of its 60th graduation ceremony on Friday at the Cabarrus Arena and Events Center in Concord. Graduates participated in a traditional ceremony, wearing their caps, gowns and honorary regalia, with over 4,200 family, friends, and other guests seated in the audience. […] The post RCCC celebrates 60 years by awarding nearly 1,600 degrees, diplomas and certificates appeared first on Salisbury Post.
Celebrating National Pizza Party Day with G.O.A.T. Pizza
CORNELIUS, N.C. (QC Life) - Friday is National Pizza Party Day and we celebrated with a couple slices of our own. Chef Chris Wiggle of G.O.A.T. Pizza came by the QC Kitchen and made the Peek-A-Boo Pie, a meatball margherita pizza. The pizzeria embraces the G.O.A.T. spirit, paying homage to...
One text message leads to man being able to steal $20,000 from victim, investigators say
ROWAN COUNTY, North Carolina (WYFF) -- A man is accused of stealing more than $20,000 from a victim after pretending to be a fraud investigator with Wells Fargo Bank, according to the Rowan County Sheriff's Office. In December 2023, authorities said a victim received a notification through text message requesting...
How a 'gut-feeling' helped Kings Mountain softball march on in NCHSAA 3A playoffs
KINGS MOUNTAIN — Though with only 21 at-bats this spring, Kings Mountain softball coach Kevin Cruise had a hunch senior reserve player Desirae Thombs would play a role in the team’s NCHSAA 3A West semifinal with East Rowan. “It’s funny; I walked to her (at the start of...
Rowan-Salisbury School System Announces Brandon Lane as the 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year for the District
This weather update is sponsored by Your Flooring Source in China Grove, NC | William Ryan Flooring & Supplies. Please take a moment to visit our local sponsors to let them know that you appreciate their support of our blog. Salisbury, NC — The Rowan-Salisbury School System (RSS) is proud...
Fun in Faith series begins today: ‘It’s good family fun’
FAITH — Mark the calendars for lots of free fun entertainment taking place in Faith as the Fun in Faith Summer Concert Series and more is set to take off. All of the events, which have been planned by the Fun in Faith Committee, will be held at the bandstand in the park in Faith, […] The post Fun in Faith series begins today: ‘It’s good family fun’ appeared first on Salisbury Post.
Preview: Salisbury City Council to consider approving development plan for Kesler Mill site
SALISBURY — The Salisbury City Council will be considering whether or not to endorse a development plan for the redevelopment of the 13-acre former Kesler Mill site as the basis for marketing the site to the private sector for redevelopment at their upcoming meeting. The meeting will be on Tuesday, May 21, at the city […] The post Preview: Salisbury City Council to consider approving development plan for Kesler Mill site appeared first on Salisbury Post.
May is National Foster Care Awareness Month
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — According to their website, The Charlotte Angels mission is to walk alongside children, youth, and families in the foster care community by offering consistent support through intentional giving, relationship building, and mentorship. A Million Dreams Family Festival is coming up this weekend! The goal is to...
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