Rowan County

Piedmont Cheerwine Bottling will pay $36,000 and revise employment policies to settle a federal disability discrimination lawsuit.

Rockwell Rural Fire Department and Gold Hill Fire Department have completed site preparation for a new regional firefighter training facility, marking a major milestone.

The Rowan County Sheriff’s Office welcomed four new members during a swearing-in ceremony, including experienced deputies and a new detention officer.

Rowan County Emergency Services has promoted Heather Hewitt to EMS Division Chief after more than 20 years of service, leadership and dedication to emergency medical care.