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Three arrested after multiple loaded handguns found following police chase
SALISBURY — Three Guilford County men were arrested on Sunday after deputies said they fled from a traffic stop before being stopped and found to have multiple loaded guns in the vehicle. The incident began at approximately 2:19 a.m. when a deputy noticed a red Chrysler traveling at a high rate of speed on the northbound […] The post Three arrested after multiple loaded handguns found following police chase appeared first on Salisbury Post.
76-year-old Eden man sets National weightlifting record
EDEN, N.C. — For Body Builder Ronald Winter, he’s lifted some of life’s greatest weights. “I was in an accident in 2011, a drunk driver hit my wife and I head on," Winter said. The Connecticut native said during the crash he turned the wheels of his...
Where to pick strawberries in the Triad?
WALNUT COVE, N.C. — Strawberry season is here or almost here for farms in the Piedmont Triad. When it comes to strawberries, it all depends on the weather. Eric Jones, the co-owner of Jones Strawberry Farm said, “When we do have rain, you know, the berries can get a little mushy and stuff. So we like cool, dry weather for our strawberries.”
Henry County continues Commonwealth Crossing construction with $24 million contract
Commonwealth Crossing is one of several industrial parks in Henry County. The contract is to build a 172-acre pad site and supporting infrastructure. The post Henry County continues Commonwealth Crossing construction with $24 million contract appeared first on Cardinal News.
Danbury budget hearing set for May 22
DANBURY — At their April 24 meeting, the Danbury Town Council approved a public hearing date of May 22 for the fiscal year 2024-25 proposed budget. The hearing will be held during the town meeting scheduled for that date at 6:30 p.m. at the Danbury Public Library located at 1007 Main St. Town Administrator Mike Barsness told the Council the budget message and proposed ordinance would be presented to them...
High School Softball: Staunton River breezes past Magna Vista 19-1
Sawyer Tolley drove in four runs on four hits to lead Staunton River past Magna Vista 19-1 on Wednesday night in girls’ softball action. Tolley hit a home run to left field in the third inning scoring two, singled in the first inning, scoring one, and doubled in the fifth inning, scoring one.
Plane runs out of runway and crashes at Pace Airport in Henry County: VSP
HENRY COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — Virginia State Police (VSP) have released more details about a plane crash in Henry County on Monday. At approximately 6:00 p.m., VSP said a Cessna 172E was attempting to land on a runway at the Pace Airport in Ridgeway. As the plane made contact...
North Carolina gas station honors fallen Greensboro Police Sergeant Philip Dale Nix
GREENSBORO, N.C. — A Triad gas station is honoring a Greensboro Police sergeant after he was killed there. Sgt. Dale Nix was fatally shot on Dec. 30 at the Sheetz on Sandy Ridge Road in Colfax while confronting suspected shoplifters. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking...
East Surry tops North Stokes 6-1 on Senior Night
PILOT MOUNTAIN — East Surry bounced back from a loss to top-ranked Forbush by taking down North Stokes 6-1 on April 24. The Cardinals honored four seniors ahead of the nonconference victory: Nickolas O’Neal, Colton Andrews, Will Jones and Jaxon Bottoms. “Our seniors have done a great job for us this year,” said East Surry coach Chad Freeman. “We lost a lot of experience with last year’s graduates, and this...
Sgt. Dale Nix receives Lifetime Achievement Award
GREENSBORO, N.C. — A Greensboro officer who was murdered received worldwide recognition for his work of protecting the most vulnerable. The International Family Justice Center gave Sergeant Dale Nix its Lifetime Achievement Award. Sgt. Nix was shot and killed during a robbery at a Sheetz gas station in Colfax,...
Lady Vikings break streak
DANBURY — North Stokes’ softball team broke a nine game losing streak against South Stokes on Tuesday, April 23 with a 5-3 Northwest 1A Conference victory. The Sauras’ got on the board first when Elle White scored on a sacrifice fly in the top of the third inning after Rebecca Amos lifted a fly ball to centerfield. North Stokes responded with three runs in the bottom half of the inning....
Sandy Ridge News — Prizes sought for community bingo fundraiser
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Bingo Fundraiser for Dylan and Sandy King this past Saturday. It was much appreciated. Ryan Clark, NC Cattlemen’s Association President, was in Washington D.C. last week along with other volunteer leaders and staff. He attended the NCBA’s Legislative Conference. Thank you for all you do for our community.
Gastley carries West Stokes past Walkertown and McMichael
MADISON — West Stokes Dylan Gastley has collected five hits, two doubles, scored two run, collected two RBIs and hit a home run over the last two games against Walkertown and McMichael. To add insult to injury, the right-handed hurler mowed down Walkertown 4-0 with 17 strikeouts, one short of a school record held by Mason Howell, gave up one hit, walked one and zero runs over seven innings of work. ...
Charter / private school pitched for Francisco
FRANCISCO — If a local group is successful with plans to establish an independent elementary school in Stokes County, the Francisco Elementary School building could be utilized once again for its original purpose — a school. The idea for a charter or private school was presented Sunday at a community meeting at the Francisco Community Building. Mark Black, who owns the currently vacant Fransisco school property, had encouraged community members...
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