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Google bringing warehousing operation to Kannapolis

Google bringing warehousing operation to Kannapolis

  • From staff reports

KANNAPOLIS – Google is coming to Kannapolis and southern Rowan County after the company signed a lease in the development off I-85 Exit 65.“We welcome Google to the City of Kannapolis. As one of the biggest companies in the world they have the reputation of being on the cutting edge of techn…

Cabarrus Transportation Services connects eligible residents to care, resources

Cabarrus Transportation Services connects eligible residents to care, resources

  • From staff reports

Cabarrus County Transportation Services (CCTS) provides reliable, accessible transportation for eligible residents, ensuring they can reach critical services that support their health, independence and overall quality of life.

Kannapolis issues statement about last week's water contamination

  • From the City of Kannapolis

This is a statement by the City of Kannapolis on the "boil water notice."

Kannapolis History Associates to host program on Reed Gold Mine

Kannapolis History Associates to host program on Reed Gold Mine

  • From staff reports

The Kannapolis History Associates will welcome former Reed Gold Mine manager John Dysart for a special presentation on the history and significance of North Carolina’s famed gold site.

Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for April 28

Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for April 28

    Read through the obituaries published today in Independent Tribune.

    Cabarrus Calendar

    Cabarrus Calendar

      Food, fundraisers, special events - here are upcoming community events around Cabarrus County. 

      Concord parks projects moving forward, openings on horizon

      Concord parks projects moving forward, openings on horizon

      • From staff reports

      CONCORD — Construction is steadily progressing on several major parks and recreation projects funded through the city’s bond program, with multiple facilities on track to open over the next year.

      Concord parks projects moving forward, openings on horizon

      Concord parks projects moving forward, openings on horizon

        CONCORD — Construction is steadily progressing on several major parks and recreation projects funded through the city’s bond program, with multiple facilities on track to open over the next year.

        Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for April 27

        Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for April 27

          Read through the obituaries published today in Independent Tribune.

          Shopped at a NC Sprouts grocery store? You may be owed part of a $5M settlement

            Sprouts Farmers Market shoppers in North Carolina and nationwide could be owed money under the terms of a multi-million-dollar settlement. The Arizona-based grocery chain, known for its farm-stand vibes and healthy food options, agreed to a $5 million class-action settlement to resolve claims that it showed too many digits of customers’ debit and credit card numbers on printed receipts — a ...

            Registration open for RCCC Summer Enrichment Camps

            Registration open for RCCC Summer Enrichment Camps

              SALISBURY – Rowan-Cabarrus Community College is once again offering Summer Enrichment Camps for students ages 12-18, providing hands-on opportunities to explore interests and begin building skills for future academic and career pathways. Each camp lasts one week and includes half-day sessions held in the mornings or afternoons, with multiple sessions offered throughout the summer from June 15 through Aug. 7.

              Concord firefighters to conduct water tower rescue training through summer

              Concord firefighters to conduct water tower rescue training through summer

                CONCORD — Residents near Highway 73 may notice an increased fire department presence in the coming weeks, but officials say there is no cause for alarm.

                The Concord Fire Department will begin a series of training exercises Monday, April 27, at the city’s water tower near the intersection of Highway 73 and Kirkwood Drive. The sessions, scheduled periodically through early July, are part of the department’s annual Technical Rescue Training Plan.

                Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for April 26

                Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for April 26

                  Read through the obituaries published today in Independent Tribune.

                  Mike Ruffin: Come on in. The water is fine.

                  Mike Ruffin: Come on in. The water is fine.

                    Mike Ruffin discusses baptism.

                    Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for April 25

                    Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for April 25

                    Read through the obituaries published today in Independent Tribune.

                    Kannapolis Police charge teen in deadly Coldwater Lane shooting

                    Kannapolis Police have charged a 17-year-old in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred Monday night on Coldwater Lane.

                    UPDATED -E. coli found in Kannapolis drinking water, a few Concord customers affected too

                    UPDATED -E. coli found in Kannapolis drinking water, a few Concord customers affected too

                    KANNAPOLIS — A boil water notice remains in effect for much of Kannapolis after E. coli bacteria was detected in the city’s municipal water system, officials said Friday.

                    In an update issued at 8 p.m. Friday, April 24, the city said some areas that receive water from the City of Concord have been cleared for normal use and no longer need to boil water. Those areas are identified on updated maps available on the city’s website.

                    Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for April 24

                    Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for April 24

                    Read through the obituaries published today in Independent Tribune.

                    Friday Five: Concerts return to Concord, a mall business closes and more

                    Friday Five: Concerts return to Concord, a mall business closes and more

                    Mark Plemmons' Friday Five includes:  Concerts return to Downtown Concord, Elizabeth's Treasures closed; Concord Micro-Con is coming; Jim Helms Day, and changing wire services.

                    Concord electric utility earns top national safety honor

                    Concord electric utility earns top national safety honor

                    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 with between 110,000 and 249,999 annual worker-hours of exposure. Concord was among 240 public power utilities nationwide to receive a safety award this year.

                    Cannon School hosts educators from across U.S. for Maker Summit

                    Cannon School hosts educators from across U.S. for Maker Summit

                    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.

                    WSACC advances Muddy Creek plant expansion; Rocky River upgrades continue

                    WSACC advances Muddy Creek plant expansion; Rocky River upgrades continue

                    The Water & Sewer Authority of Cabarrus County is moving forward with expansion of the Muddy Creek Waste Water Treatment Plant and upgrades at the Rocky River plant.

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                    Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for April 28

                    Concord parks projects moving forward, openings on horizon

                    Concord parks projects moving forward, openings on horizon

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                    Tom Campbell: The short, fateful legislative session

                    Tom Campbell: The short, fateful legislative session

                    Tom Campbell outlines issues facing the N.C. General Assembly.

                    TMSA charter schools celebrate new Concord campuses

                    TMSA charter schools celebrate new Concord campuses

                    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.

                    Anyone hiring? NC job market remains stagnant for seekers, employers in February

                    Anyone hiring? NC job market remains stagnant for seekers, employers in February

                    "Labor market conditions softened in North Carolina in February," said Bethany Greene, an analyst with the Federal Reserve Bank in Richmond, Va. "Employment declined, primarily due to job losses in trade, transportation and utilities."

                    Historic Neely School to host open house to explore local African American history

                    Historic Neely School to host open house to explore local African American history

                    CHINA GROVE — The Historic Neely School Foundation will welcome the public Saturday for an open house celebrating the legacy of one of Rowan County’s early African American schools.

                    Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for April 23

                    Cabarrus County neighbors: Obituaries for April 23

                    Read through the obituaries published today in Independent Tribune.

                    Cabarrus Calendar

                    Cabarrus Calendar

                    Food, fundraisers, special events - here are upcoming community events around Cabarrus County. 

                    Making disciples letter: Only a few will go to Heaven

                    Making disciples letter: Only a few will go to Heaven

                    Al Stanford discusses The Strait Gate and how to get to Heaven.

                    Around town: New office for health care, document shredding and 'Toast of the Town'

                    Around town: New office for health care, document shredding and 'Toast of the Town'

                    The Cabarrus Health Alliance opened a new location at Brown Mill in Concord; Kannapolis is hosting a shredding event Saturday; and the Salvation Army is honoring Carolyn Carpenter with a "Toast of the Town."

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