The Rev. Mike Ruffin tells about a lesson his son learned.
- Larry Cothren
Larry Cothren relays the conversations of folks in the country and what they think about issues.
- Mark Plemmons
Mark Plemmons' Friday Five includes: A visit to Cabarrus County by Gov. Josh Stein; a hot early start to football season; the Autobell scholarship; and CPR at the Salvation Army Auxiliary.
- Tom Campbell
Tom Campbell outlines why cyberattacks might be our biggest threat.
- By Al Stanford
Al Stanford considers how he would spend his last day if he knew he would die tonight and discusses the thief on the cross.
- The Rev. Steve Davis
Ever wondered why Cabarrus County is named "Cabarrus"? The Rev. Stephen Davis tells us why.
- The Rev. Mike Ruffin
The Rev. Mike Ruffin discusses five things God doesn't promise.
Robyn Benjamin met Sam Darnold in 2022 and has been in awe of his football abilities ever since, all the way to a Super Bowl title.
Mark Plemmons' Friday Five includes: the 14th Annual Tour de Saints benefit ride; the second half of the Run Kannapolis series begins; Concord Parks & Rec's Couch to 5K and Need for Speed classes start soon; trees and bushes are obscuring stop signs and motorists' line of sight; and two new businesses are in the former Young Cleaners building.
Tom Campbell questions why many people aren't standing up to those who would take away our freedom.
Al Stanford says Jesus is coming back. Are you ready?
The Rev. Steve Davis says being a Christian means more than attending worship services.
Robyn Benjamin learned to care who is there and not to worry about the no shows.
Larry Cothren outlines seven socialist proposals that are being pushed to get elected. Here is what he says they mean.
Mark Plemmons' Friday Five includes: National Night Out; South Union Shopping Center sold; a new vendor for CK Rider; Bae's Burgers opens; and rental car horrors.
Tom Campbell asks whether a Democrat can be elected in North Carolina, following Congressman Chuck Edwards' decision to drop out of the race after ethics complaints against him.
Curtis Williams has a tendency to arrive early and stay late if needed as he serves in the capacity of warehouse manager at Rowan Vocational Opportunities Inc. in Salisbury.
Al Stanford questions why some churches don't have urgent messages about salvation.
The Rev. Steve Davis discusses prayer when death may be near.
The Rev. Mike Ruffin discusses the 10 Commandments.
Mark Plemmons' Friday Five includes: 7 Brew Drive-Thru and The Cheesecake Factory are coming to Concord; the Farmington Famous Toastery is nearing completion; National Night Out is Tuesday; and a New York Times best-selling author is coming to Mount Pleasant.
- Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce
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Wise Street is closed to through traffic between Caldwell and Meeting streets through Aug. 27, 2026, for waterline tie-ins. Drivers should use alternate routes.
- High Point
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High Point women's soccer took a 2-0 first-half lead but settled for a 2-2 draw at East Carolina, highlighted by Morgan Wilcox and Chloe Edwards goals.
- Statesville Convention and Visitors Bureau
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Statesville promotes its Sept. 26, 2026 Fall Trash Bash volunteer cleanup, notes an end to voluntary drought conservation, and confirms this is a BLUE recycling week.
- Catawba Valley Health
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The Moore family shares how Catawba Valley Health System became a multigenerational workplace rooted in compassion, teamwork, and a strong sense of family.
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Americans are reading less, and Tom Campbell hopes that will change. Reading is important.
Nicodemus, you must be born again
The Rev. Steve Davis suggests we remember and feel God's presence while we are waiting.
The Rev. Mike Ruffin looks at Paul and the things that hindered him.
Robyn Benjamin has been the recepient of a kind stranger and decided to "pay it forward."
Mark Plemmons' Friday Five includes: Walmart's new drone service coming to Concord; Parks & Rec Month is celebrated at Frank Liske; nonprofits offices; new McDonald's specials; Carolina Mall back-to-school program.
Don’t you find it laughable that the ones screaming the loudest about election integrity are the ones seemingly doing their best to interfere with it, asks Tom Campbell.
Al Stanford uses a fictional story to illustrate praying for salvation.

