Mouths Dropping: NC Legislators could keep their own Records Secret under New State Law
"...legislators now have the ability to curate whatever narrative they would like through public documents. They can't be compelled to release public records of their activities that would have otherwise…
Nan Lund: What’s Age Got to do With It?
"What has prompted this question of what I have to look forward to is all of the controversy about the age of the two likely presidential candidates who are my…
Thank You: Rowan Public Library & Board of Elections provide Voter Registration Assistance
"The Rowan County Board of Elections has partnered with RPL this year to impart training to its staff mainly due to new changes to the voting procedure. ...the first thing…
Available Again: Get 4 Free at-home COVID-19 Tests
Beginning September 25, every U.S. household can again place an order to receive four more free COVID-19 rapid tests delivered directly to their home. https://www.covid.gov/tests Every U.S. household may place…
Community Event: Southern Soul Music Festival, Saturday, 10/7/23
Join your Rowan County neighbors on Saturday, Oct. 7, at Royal Giants Park, 12:00 - 7:00 pm, East Spencer. Watch a sneak preview here. Enjoy a quick listen to one…
Faith Turner: Here’s What It’s Like Attending School in the Era of Active Shooter Drills
"I was born in March of 2005, and for as long as I can remember, school shootings were always an issue. I remember being four years old in preschool, practicing…
Sam Post: Speaking Truth to Power
Sam Post recently provided a great answer to a comment on our Rowan County Democratic Party Facebook page. Many of us may find ourselves with insufficient answers when faced with inquiries…
We’re Watching: #UniteNC Town Hall – Kannapolis, 9/18/23
Don't agonize - organize! Join our neighbors as people speak out on issues that matter most to them and their community. They even had one representative out of four who represent…
We’re Reading: How Senate Bill 49 is Burdening our Public Schools
A recent article from NC Newsline, "Advocates, administrators: ‘Parents’ Bill of Rights’ is a burden for Chatham County Schools" explains the difficulties of enacting this new Republican passed bill and…
We’re Reading: New NC Parent Activist Group – Public School Strong
A recent article in the Charlotte Observer, New NC parent activist group wants to focus on real issues — not ‘manufactured’ ones, and as one parent said, “Our goal is…