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Cheerwine origins: NC festival celebrates the drink that’s part of southern culture

Salisbury, North Carolina · Salisbury

Cheerwine origins: NC festival celebrates the drink that’s part of southern culture

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SALISBURY, N.C. (WJZY) – The mesmerizing bottling process in Charlotte starts with a little piece of plastic. It's stretched and blown, and through the magic of manufacturing, 20-ounce bottles are quickly ready to go. They are filled so rapidly that if you blink you might just miss the good cheer that remains part of the fabric of Salisbury and beyond. "Cheerwine has become engrained in North Carolina culture as well as southern culture," says J…See the Story

Historic Spencer Shops Train Show set for this weekend

Spencer, North Carolina · Spencer

Historic Spencer Shops Train Show set for this weekend

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SPENCER — The Historic Spencer Shops Train Show will be held on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Experience the world of trains with model train layouts, train memorabilia, vendors, railroad…Read Article

Salisbury budget decreases from prior year due to 'economic uncertainty,' tax rate holds steady - Salisbury Post

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Salisbury budget decreases from prior year due to 'economic uncertainty,' tax rate holds steady - Salisbury Post

SALISBURY — Uncertainty remains the buzz word when discussing Salisbury budget for the upcoming fiscal year, and as a result, City Manager Jim Greene Jr. presented a budget with a decrease in general fund expenditures from the previous year. The budget keeps the property tax rate steady at $0.665 per every $100 of valuation, but it does provide for fee increases and new fees in various departments. The total budget is $117,947,113, down approxim…See the Story

Rowan County United Way purchases the HUB; Capital campaign starts with challenge grant given - Salisbury Post

Karen Kistler karen.kistler@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — The sounds of demolition can be heard in the Oestreicher building at 122 S. Main St., Salisbury as plans for the HUB: A Center for Collaboration moves another step closer to becoming a reality. The five-level building, which will be a central location for nonprofits, has a new owner as Rowan County United Way has purchased the building from David Post, closing on the building in October…Salisbury, North Carolina · Salisbury Read Article

Dragon Boat Festival opens for team registration - Salisbury Post

Submitted Grab a paddle, rally your crew, and get ready to ride the waves of excitement on Saturday, July 26, as the Rowan Chamber’s Dragon Boat Festival returns to High Rock Lake for its 11th year. The Rowan Chamber Dragon Boat Festival will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Rowan Shrine Club, located at 6480 Long Ferry Road in Salisbury. The Dragon Boat Festival has established itself as a highlight on the Rowan County calendar, being th…Salisbury, North Carolina · Salisbury Read Article

Arrest made in 2024 murder - Salisbury Post

SALISBURY — After nearly a year-long investigation, police have made an arrest in an Old Concord Road homicide from June of 2024. On June 29, 2024, Salisbury police were called to a house in the 1400 block of Old Concord Road at 7:15 p.m. for a “found body.” On arrival, officers found 47-year-old Jason Ramon Ryals deceased. Police described the death as suspicious, noting Ryals had injuries consistent with an assault, and even while waiting for …Salisbury, North Carolina · Salisbury Read Article

Kannapolis Youth Council honors graduating members, selects new officers - Salisbury Post

KANNAPOLIS — The Kannapolis Youth Council recently celebrated its graduating seniors and recognized its new 2025-2026 officers and members. The Kannapolis Youth Council provides opportunities for students to become engaged in leadership development, encourages volunteerism, practices teamwork, promotes organizational and communication skills, and provides input to the adult leadership in the decision-making process of the city. They participate …Salisbury, North Carolina · Salisbury Read Article

Shooting on Tabernacle Street - Salisbury Post

SALISBURY — A young man, possibly between 18 and 22, was shot in the chest shortly after 4:30 p.m.Tuesday according to Salisbury police. Officers were called about 4:45 p.m. to the 1300 block of Tabernacle Street near Forney Street for a shooting. On arrival, officers found the young man with injuries from gunshots. Police said the victim was conscious and alert at the scene before being taken to an area hospital by ambulance. The extent of his …Salisbury, North Carolina · Salisbury Read Article

HBCU gets seven-figure donation for solar energy

SALISBURY, NC – The road to higher education philanthropy seems to lead to Salisbury’s only HBCU: Livingstone College president, Dr. Anthony J. Davis, announced during the college’s 143rd commencement ceremony on May 3 that another seven-figure gift had been received, this time to support green energy as part of Davis’s “Miracle on Monroe Street” campus revitalization plan. The gift of more than $1.5 million, made by an anonymous donor, will be …Education · Salisbury Read Article

Highlighting local talent is a goal of Spring Sing and Education Expo - Salisbury Post

Karen Kistler karen.kistler@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — The sounds of spring and the music and voices from the spring sing could be heard during this outdoor event on Saturday. The Spring Sing and Education Expo, which was held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Rowan Public Library Headquarters at 201 W. Fisher St., Salisbury, was “the first attempt at putting on a singer-songwriter and music education expo,” said David Lamanno, who serves as a …Salisbury, North Carolina · Salisbury Read Article

East Spencer gets full support for interchange while in DC - Salisbury Post

By Elisabeth Strillacci As part of the recent N.C. Economic Summit in Washington last week, East Spencer representatives were on hand to push for funding for an interchange off of Interstate 85 in their town that has been discussed for more than a decade. Town Manager Michael Douglas and board of aldermen member Dr. George B. Jackson were both part of the coalition that attended the summit that was organized by Senator Thom Tillis and Representa…Salisbury, North Carolina · Salisbury Read Article

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