-- Honor presented by state local government management association --
Salisbury City Manager W. Lane Bailey has received the John Whitehurst Service Award at the North Carolina City & County Management Association (NCCCMA) Winter Seminar in Winston-Salem, for his service and dedication to local government management. The award, only given when exceptional candidates are presented, was developed “to honor North Carolina managers who follow Whitehurst’s example of consistency and diligence in his support of all local government professionals.”
The City of Salisbury, in partnership with Rowan County, is encouraging residents to prepare for the 2020 U.S. Census, a count of the country’s population. The census provides important information needed to receive federal funding for schools, hospitals, roads, infrastructure and other needs.
Please check in regularly to see how City services and facilities might be affected by severe weather, as well as any road closings, flooding or other emergency alerts. To receive emergency alerts by text on your phone, sign up at salisburync.gov/RoCoAlerts.
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The Salisbury public services department is now known as public works, effective immediately.
The Salisbury Police Department Police Chief Jerry Stokes has released the following statement regarding the shooting response and investigation at Thelma’s Down Home Cooking, 1935 Jake Alexander Blvd., where six victims were shot at approximately 12:05 a.m. on Sunday, January 26, 2020, following a party.
Officer Smith responded to a call on Monday, Sept. 16, 2019. The call was in reference to a stranded female looking for help in Salisbury with no money or way to travel. Officer Smith contacted the domestic violence shelter but could not find placement.
Cheerwine fans from across the country are invited to the fourth annual Cheerwine Festival, Saturday, May 16, in downtown Salisbury from noon to 10 p.m.
Vendor applications for food, beverage and crafts will open Saturday, February 1. Visit cheerwinefest.com to complete the application by Friday, March 6.
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The Salisbury Police Department is investigating a crime scene at 1935 Jake Alexander Blvd. where six victims were shot at approximately 12:05 a.m. following a party at Thelma’s Restaurant.
With the new year comes chilly temperatures that can wreak havoc on home plumbing systems. It’s time to protect your water pipes from freezing to avoid water loss and significant property damage.
The City of Salisbury will operate on the following schedule for the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday, Monday, Jan. 20: