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Two arrested following shots fired call during protest Two arrested following shots fired call during protest

Two arrested following shots fired call during protest

Incident occurred near protestors at Fame statue

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Two people were arrested on Sunday afternoon, May 31, after they reportedly shot near protestors gathered at Church and Innes Streets.

Two separate groups of protestors were gathered near the Fame statue in downtown Salisbury when the shots occurred.

Jeffrey Allan Long, 49, white male, and Brandon M. Walker, 34, black male, are currently in custody. Three handguns were recovered. Charges for both individuals are pending.

No injuries were reported. The investigation is on-going.

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Statement from Salisbury Police Chief 5-29-2020 Statement from Salisbury Police Chief 5-29-2020

Statement from Salisbury Police Chief 5-29-2020

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Salisbury is a diverse community that respects all people and affords everyone the right to peacefully protest. As protesters prepare to participate in a planned, mobile protest tomorrow, May 30, we would like to inform everyone to be mindful that violence, intimidation and intolerance in any form, shape or fashion will not be permitted. Any deviation from this standard will be addressed accordingly.”
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Virtual Festival Is A Big Hit! Virtual Festival Is A Big Hit!

Virtual Festival Is A Big Hit!

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What started as a general discussion about cancelling the annual downtown Cheerwine Festival, grew into an idea of a full-fledged, virtual event complete with shopping, games and music.

Streamed on social media as a live premiere, the fourth annual Cheerwine Festival was created with pre-recorded videos from Mayor Karen Alexander; event emcee, Katie Garner; five musical acts; and Cheerwine, Food Lion and Hotwire commercials interspersed. 

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Budget Workshop for FY2020-2021

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City Council will hold a special budget work session on Monday, June 1, from 1 to 4 p.m. via Zoom. At the session, City Council will have the opportunity to discuss details of the proposed budget with the city manager. This meeting is open to the public and Zoom details will be posted on the city’s website at www.salisburync.gov. The meeting can also be viewed via the City’s livestream at www.salisburync.gov/webcast or the City’s Twitter account at https://twitter.com/CitySalisburyNC.
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Covid-19 for 19 Virtual Run/Walk

19 days to do 19 miles

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You can do it all in one day or do 1 mile each day…you choose when, how and where you run or walk! All participants who complete 19 miles between June 1 and June 19 will get a shirt! Register by May 31st and complete 19 miles at your convenience no later than midnight, June 19th.
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Cheerwine and the City of Salisbury announce musical guests, giveaways and more for the Virtual Cheerwine Festival Cheerwine and the City of Salisbury announce musical guests, giveaways and more for the Virtual Cheerwine Festival

Cheerwine and the City of Salisbury announce musical guests, giveaways and more for the Virtual Cheerwine Festival

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Cheerwine, the 103-year-old soft drink from Salisbury, N.C., and its hometown will host a Virtual Cheerwine Festival on Saturday, May 16, at 5 p.m.

Last month, Cheerwine and the City of Salisbury announced plans to cancel the annual outdoor event that draws tens of thousands of people and instead host a virtual celebration for all to enjoy from the safety of home.

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10/1/2020 4:00 PM

Housing Advocacy Commission meetings

Meetings of the HAC are held 1st Thursday of each month at 4:00 p.m. No meetings are held in July. Meetings are currently Zoom meetings. Please check Public Notices for details.

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10/6/2020 6:00 PM
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City Council Meeting 10-06-20

The City Council is the governing body of the City of Salisbury. The Council is comprised of five members who are elected on a non-partisan basis for two-year terms. Each Council member serves at-large and represents the entire City.

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10/8/2020 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meetings

Meetings are held the 2nd Thursday of each month at 1:00 p.m. at rotating park facilities.

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10/12/2020 - 10/16/2020

Fall Spruce Up Week 2020

During Spruce Up Weeks, City of Salisbury residents can place items at the curb on their regular collection day before 7:00 a.m.

The City of Salisbury Public Works Department will pick up your old appliances, tires without rims (limit 5 tires or less per location) and extra bagged trash. This is a great time to encourage a neighborhood cleanup!

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10/12/2020 - 10/16/2020

Fall Spruce Up Week 2020

During Spruce Up Weeks, City of Salisbury residents can place items at the curb on their regular collection day before 7:00 a.m.

The City of Salisbury Public Works Department will pick up your old appliances, tires without rims (limit 5 tires or less per location) and extra bagged trash. This is a great time to encourage a neighborhood cleanup!

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10/12/2020 - 10/16/2020

Fall Spruce Up Week 2020

During Spruce Up Weeks, City of Salisbury residents can place items at the curb on their regular collection day before 7:00 a.m.

The City of Salisbury Public Works Department will pick up your old appliances, tires without rims (limit 5 tires or less per location) and extra bagged trash. This is a great time to encourage a neighborhood cleanup!

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10/19/2020 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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SPD Hosting Virtual Public Input Session

As part of the Salisbury Police Department’s Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA) assessment on Monday, Oct. 19, through Tuesday, Oct. 20, department personnel and members of the community are invited to offer comments at a public input session on Monday, Oct. 19, 2020 at 5 p.m. via Zoom.
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10/21/2020 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Tree Board Meetings

The Tree Board meets the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 12:00 noon in the Salisbury-Rowan Utilities Conference Room at 1 Water Street.

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10/24/2020 - 10/25/2020

BlockWork 2020

The Salisbury Community Appearance and Salisbury Housing Advocacy Commissions will host their tenth annual “BlockWork” neighborhood beautification project, in the 200 block of South Clay Street, Saturday, October 24, on “National Make a Difference Day” and Sunday, October 25.
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10/24/2020 - 10/25/2020

BlockWork 2020

The Salisbury Community Appearance and Salisbury Housing Advocacy Commissions will host their tenth annual “BlockWork” neighborhood beautification project, in the 200 block of South Clay Street, Saturday, October 24, on “National Make a Difference Day” and Sunday, October 25.
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10/27/2020 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Planning Board Meetings

Meetings are held the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 4:00 p.m. in City Council Chambers. *** Due to COVID-19, meetings are being held virtually. ***
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11/3/2020 5:00 PM
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City Council Meeting 11-03-20

The City Council is the governing body of the City of Salisbury. The Council is comprised of five members who are elected on a non-partisan basis for two-year terms. Each Council member serves at-large and represents the entire City.

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11/5/2020 4:00 PM

Housing Advocacy Commission meetings

Meetings of the HAC are held 1st Thursday of each month at 4:00 p.m. No meetings are held in July. Meetings are currently Zoom meetings. Please check Public Notices for details.

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