Principal punched in nose, gun recovered after altercation at high school
SALISBURY - Police were called to Henderson Independent High School on Thursday for an altercation with a group of non students. Police say the school resource officer at Henderson Independent High...
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Showers moving through area Thursday, thunderstorms possible
CHARLOTTE, NC (WBTV)- A pleasant Thursday morning will give way to an afternoon filled with showers and even a few fall thunderstorms. WBTV Meteorologist Ashley Batey says showers will move in by...
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Wrestling fundraiser to benefit Susan G. Komen & Fragile X Syndrome
The XCW of Lexington Wrestling is holding a fundraiser to benefit Susan G. Komen For the Cure and Fragile X Syndrome Foundation.Doors open at 6:30 p.m. on October 27. The first bell rings at 7:00 p.m....
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New effort to save historic North Wilkesboro Speedway
NORTH WILKESBORO - It was one of the first tracks in the country to host a NASCAR race and the one most closely identified with the sport's bootlegging beginnings. The North Wilkesboro Speedway...
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Want to take better pictures?
SALISBURY - The Rowan Public Library invites people of all ages to participate in a photography workshop and photowalk event on Monday, October 22nd at 6:00 pm at the South Rowan Regional Library in...
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"Drive 4 UR Community" event to benefit Boys & Girls Club
The Boys & Girls Club of Cabarrus County is teaming up with Ford Motor Company to raise money for its program. The fundraiser is called "Drive 4 UR Community".Here's how it works:Test drive a...
View ArticlePotential gas contamination shows up at school central office site
SALISBURY - The City of Salisbury released a report today that shows the potential for petroleum contamination on the site of where the new Rowan Salisbury School central office will be built. In...
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Jackie Torrence Tribute Storytelling Festival
The Rowan Public Library is hosting a tribute to the late "Story Lady," Jackie Torrence, with the Jackie Torrence Tribute Storytelling Festival. The festival will feature storytellers from the North...
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Crimson Tide rolls into Salisbury High with anti bullying message
SALISBURY - A group of 31 students and half a dozen faculty members at Salisbury High School have just experienced two days of learning how to discourage bullying at their school, and that lesson came...
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Blue Vine's Chris Jones passes away
SALISBURY - Exactly thirty days after going into Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center for heart and other health problems, Chris Jones has passed away. "I'm just numb right now," wife Rose...
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Man held on $200,000 bond for identity theft charges
KANNAPOLIS - Kannapolis Police have arrested a Rowan County man on charges of identity theft and trafficking stolen identities. Investigators say they can't release a lot of details about the case...
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Early voting already breaking '08 records across NC
CHARLOTTE, NC (WBTV/AP)- Thousands came out to vote Thursday in the first day of early voting in Mecklenburg Couty and across the state. More than 15,000 people cast their ballot in Mecklenburg...
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Principal who was assaulted by trespassers at school doing well
SALISBURY - Saying he feels great, Dr. Chris Vecchione, Principal at Henderson Independent High School in Salisbury, was back on campus after visiting the doctor late Friday afternoon. "I'm doing real...
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Deputy wanted on stalking charge now in custody; fired from job
SALISBURY - Last week the Rowan County Sheriff's office and China Grove Police obtained warrants charging a deputy with stalking. Brian Michael Long had been suspended from his job in the Rowan...
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Catawba to honor four distinguished alumni
SALISBURY -Four individuals will be honored as recipients of Catawba College’s Distinguished Alumnus Award on Saturday, Oct. 27 during a barbecue luncheon scheduled in Goodman Gymnasium as part of the...
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For many Latinos watching presidential race, more questions than answers
CHARLOTTE, NC (WBTV)- Latino community leaders in Charlotte say many of the issues they care about weren't fully addressed in the first two presidential debates. So for many undecided Hispanic voters,...
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Plenty of sunshine in store this week after chilly morning starts
CHARLOTTE, NC (WBTV)- The coldest morning in six months hit the Charlotte region Monday morning. WBTV Meteorologist Al Conklin says not to fear, sunny and pleasantly warm temperatures in the mid 70s...
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Health and Fitness Expo coming to NC
If you are looking to work out with a highly sought after trainer who works with a roster of elite athletes and A-List Hollywood Celebrities, The Greater Charlotte Health & Fitness Expo has the...
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Major road closure coming to Salisbury this week
SALISBURY - The City of Salisbury may temporarily close travel lanes adjacent to the median for eastbound and westbound directions on East Innes Street, between Long and Lee Streets as crews work to...
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