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CHURCH EVENTS: Community breakfast, bluegrass gospel

CHURCH EVENTS: Community breakfast, bluegrass gospel

    These are the special events going on at Cabarrus churches.

    Former NFL RB Chris Johnson reveals ALS battle

    Former NFL RB Chris Johnson reveals ALS battle

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    Former 2,000-yard rusher Chris Johnson discussed his ALS diagnosis on ABC's "Good Morning America" on Monday.

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      AARP produces video to fight summer scams

      AARP produces video to fight summer scams

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      AARP is offering North Carolinians a new way to learn how to recognize and avoid scams this summer through a statewide fraud prevention campaign.

      UPDATED - Happy birthday America - Cabarrus celebrates freedom

      UPDATED - Happy birthday America - Cabarrus celebrates freedom

      • Mark Plemmons

      The Cabarrus County celebration of American Independence began Saturday with the reading of the Declaration of Independence at the Eastern Cabarrus Historical Society, followed by the Mount Pleasant parade, festival and fireworks.

      Kannapolis Police Chief Spry announces retirement plans

      Kannapolis Police Chief Spry announces retirement plans

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      America turns 250: Celebrate by visiting these 10 historic sites around NC

      America turns 250: Celebrate by visiting these 10 historic sites around NC

      While celebrating America's 250th birthday the week of July 4, visit these locations to explore how Winston-Salem, Greensboro and the greater region impacted major moments of the nation's history.

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      Making disciples letter: Are we sure of our salvation?

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      Steve Davis: Christian patriotism: A call to faithful service

      Steve Davis: Christian patriotism: A call to faithful service

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      Cherokee people confront America 250 with pride, pain

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      Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for July 1

      Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for July 1

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      Rowan woman charged with attempted murder of husband

      Rowan woman charged with attempted murder of husband

      A 58-year-old Rowan County woman is charged with attempted first-degree murder after investigators say she admitted attacking her husband while he slept early Tuesday morning.

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      Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for June 30

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        'Never a red card. Never.' - Mauricio Pochettino left frustrated by Folarin Balogun's dismissal during USA's 2-0 victory

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