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06/07/2026
Please avoid the area around The Grand on Julian as crews continue to respond to this structure fire.
Emergency crews are working an active structure fire at The Grand on Julian apartments on Julian Road. Please avoid the area to allow first responders clear and easy access to the scene.
06/05/2026
After the ninth year of celebrating Cheerwine in Downtown Salisbury, NC, representatives from the City of Salisbury, Cheerwine, Novant Health, and the Rowan-Salisbury School System recently gathered to debrief and discuss this year’s . We are excited to continue this uniquely Southern tradition that brings together our community and visitors each year.
06/04/2026
The latest Mayor’s Hot Take, featuring Mayor Tamara Sheffield, is now available. Recorded at Fred M. Evans Pool as summer gets underway, this episode begins with exciting news about grant funding awarded to the Salisbury Parks and Recreation Department. Mayor Sheffield also highlights the Art in Alleys mural project, which will be installed in Sergeant Pepper's Alley.
She thanks residents for their engagement and input and mentions several key topics from the June 2 City Council meeting, including the proposed data storage facility text amendment, the Victory Heights development on Statesville Boulevard, and the recommended 2026-2027 budget.
Watch the video to stay informed about these community discussions and upcoming events in Rowan County.
06/04/2026
Check out the events happening in June at Bell Tower Green!
06/03/2026
The City of Salisbury team is at Carolina Mall in Concord until 3 p.m. today, Wednesday, June 3, to share information about current job openings, benefits and what it means to be part of .
Come meet our team and learn how you can Be the Difference in our community. Carolina Mall address is 1408 Concord Pkwy N. Concord, NC 28025.
06/03/2026
The City’s compost facility at 1955 Grubb Ferry Road remains temporarily closed to the public while crews replenish the compost supply. Updates will be shared when the facility is ready to reopen.
The City’s compost facility, located at 1955 Grubb Ferry Road, is still currently closed to the public until further notice as we work to produce and replenish our compost supply.
Composting is an ongoing process that takes time, and this temporary closure allows our team to focus on creating quality material for future distribution.
We appreciate your patience and understanding. We’ll share updates as soon as the facility is ready to reopen!
Traffic Advisory: The right lane of the 400 block of Jake Alexander Boulevard South in front of the Honda of Salisbury dealership is closed due to a water main leak. Please use caution while crews work to make repairs.
06/01/2026
The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30. It’s important that you and your family are prepared for weather emergencies that may result in a loss of power, flooding or similar situations that may keep you homebound for more than one day. Learn more about severe weather preparedness here: https://bit.ly/2T8qUIY.
05/29/2026
Bike Ride with the Mayor is today, Friday, May 29, at 6 p.m., starting at Bell Tower Green. The route is a beginner-friendly 5K and open to all ages and skill levels. For more information, visit: https://www.thepedalfactory.org/.