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CONCORD — Concord Electric Systems has received national recognition for its safety practices, earning the American Public Power Association’s highest-level Safety Award of Excellence for 2025.The city-owned utility was awarded the Diamond designation in its category, which includes systems …
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CONCORD — Cannon School welcomed educators from across the country earlier this month for its second annual EDU Maker Summit, a professional learning event focused on expanding hands-on, experiential learning in classrooms.
- From staff reports
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- From staff reports
TMSA Public Charter Schools marked the grand opening of its new Concord campuses Thursday with a ceremony highlighting the school network’s expansion in Cabarrus County and its focus on STEAM-based education.
- RICHARD CRAVER Winston-Salem Journal
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- From staff reports
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