Community - Rowan County
A major accident on Organ Church Road in Rockwell, N.C., has caused significant disruptions and prompted the closure of the roadway. The incident, involving an overturned dump truck, has resulted in power line damage and a hazardous situation. Emergency responders are on the scene, and the cause of the crash is still under investigation. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and use alternate routes.
LANDIS, N.C. — The Town of Landis has appointed Detective Sgt. Shawn Hill as interim police chief while officials begin the search for a permanent leader of the Landis Police Department. Town Manager Michael D. Ambrose announced Monday…
ROWAN COUNTY, N.C. — Emergency crews safely rescued an unconscious person from the roof of Erwin Middle School on Monday morning after the incident escalated into a high-angle rescue. The Rockwell Rural Fire Department was dispatched at 9:17…
SALISBURY, N.C. — Rowan County health officials are warning residents about a worsening opioid crisis after new state data showed a sharp increase in overdose-related emergency department visits and one of the highest fentanyl-positive death rates in North…