Top Story Editor's Pick CABARRUS COUNTY SPECIAL OLYMPICS Heroes like Kelly Schroeder make Special Olympics possible Christopher Miller Mar 24, 2025 Mar 24, 2025 0 Kelly Schroeder with Kelsey Leyton at the 2024 Cabarrus County Special Olympic Spring Games. Kelly Schroeder Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Christopher Miller Kelly Schroeder is a 25-year veteran with the Cabarrus County Sheriff’s Office. 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Midland's Dawn Anthony brings Motown legacy and stories to the Davis Theatre New exhibitions, classes and concerts are on tap in Cabarrus County.
4H and Cannon School Showcase takes over The Galleries New exhibitions, classes and concerts are on tap in Cabarrus County.
Local Art Lift: Elevating local artists, supporting county arts New exhibitions, classes and concerts are on tap in Cabarrus County.
