This isn’t a lineup built like the ’27 Yankees, bludgeoning opponents with power.Hickory Ridge looks more like the 1934 “Gashouse Gang” Cardinals -relentless, unpolished and unapologetically gritty.“Gritty” is the word that keeps coming up around the 2026 Ragin’ Bulls.
- Todd Maulden Special to the Independent Tribune
Hickory Ridge rallied from down 7 to beat West Stanly 11-10 on Wednesday, April 22. Photographer Todd Maulden captured these photos.
- From staff reports
KANNAPOLIS – Google is coming to Kannapolis and southern Rowan County after the company signed a lease in the development off I-85 Exit 65.“We welcome Google to the City of Kannapolis. As one of the biggest companies in the world they have the reputation of being on the cutting edge of techn…
- From staff reports
Cabarrus County Transportation Services (CCTS) provides reliable, accessible transportation for eligible residents, ensuring they can reach critical services that support their health, independence and overall quality of life.
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This is a statement by the City of Kannapolis on the "boil water notice."
- From staff reports
The Kannapolis History Associates will welcome former Reed Gold Mine manager John Dysart for a special presentation on the history and significance of North Carolina’s famed gold site.
- Cabarrus Arts Council
New exhibitions, classes and concerts are on tap in Cabarrus County.
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Sprouts Farmers Market shoppers in North Carolina and nationwide could be owed money under the terms of a multi-million-dollar settlement. The Arizona-based grocery chain, known for its farm-stand vibes and healthy food options, agreed to a $5 million class-action settlement to resolve claims that it showed too many digits of customers’ debit and credit card numbers on printed receipts — a ...
SALISBURY – Rowan-Cabarrus Community College is once again offering Summer Enrichment Camps for students ages 12-18, providing hands-on opportunities to explore interests and begin building skills for future academic and career pathways. Each camp lasts one week and includes half-day sessions held in the mornings or afternoons, with multiple sessions offered throughout the summer from June 15 through Aug. 7.
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SAN DIEGO — Chicago Cubs outfielder Michael Conforto can’t remember exactly how old he was when he first held one of his mom’s Olympic medals. Tracie Ruiz-Conforto won three medals — two golds and one silver — in dual and individual synchronized swimming at the 1984 Los Angeles and 1988 Seoul Olympics as one of the most dominant athletes in her sport during that era. When her competitive ...
The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Phoenix Suns 131-122 to complete their first-round series sweep and advance to the Western Conference semifinals. The Thunder, who are 12-0 in first-round games under coach Mark Daigneault, will face the Los Angeles Lakers or Houston Rockets in the next…
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