These recent headlines caught our attention in Rowan County’s local paper, The Salisbury Post.

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1. Cooper vetoes limits on politics, race discussion in state workplaces
2. Attorney General Josh Stein urges FCC to strengthen rules against telemarketing robocalls and texts
3. ‘Honrar a Mama’ — Hispanic nonprofit celebrates motherhood
4. Black Voters Matter make stop in Salisbury to raise awareness and inspire Black voters
5. Abortion providers in North Carolina file federal lawsuit challenging states new restrictions
6. An Important part of history, Hundreds turn out for Juneteenth celebration at park
7. Local farmers receive ‘Next Step’ grants from Bread Riot