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Foods and Fun Review: Subway

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Julie Gilday, Writer
February 4, 2012

One of the fast food restaurants I crave most often is Subway. There are many locations, but I eat mainly at the one located at 1317 Klumac Road in the Wallace Commons Shopping Center in Salisbury. This subway is located near Kohl’s and Hibbets Sporting Goods, and is the newest Subway in Salisbury.... Read more »

Food Review: Katana

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Julie Gilday, Writer
January 24, 2012

I recently went to one of Salisbury’s newest Japanese restaurants, Katana, which opened in 2011. Some of you may be familiar with Katana’s sister restaurant, Shiki. Katana has a menu that appeases today’s nutritional standards and recent health trend. The restaurant prides on fresh food along with... Read more »

Own the Mic: CaLeb Hill

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Rashad Brown, Writer
January 17, 2012

“Music ties in with any type of human interaction.” CaLeb Hill has mastered the technique of using his music to connect with audiences of all backgrounds. The Salisbury native has found his perfect blend of folk, rock, blues, and jazz music through many years of experimentation. When asked where... Read more »

BOO!

Megan Varnadore, Writer
October 4, 2011

The haunting hour is drawing near.  What are your plans for Halloween night?  If you still don’t know yet, consider this event: The Salisbury Ghostwalk.  Many of you have probably heard of it, but have yet to attend it.  I strongly recommend it, particularly for all you people out there who are... Read more »

A Visit from the D.A. and a Sheriff

Jeremy Gardner, Writer
February 28, 2011

Last week, a class at Catawba was visited by two important people in the law and justice system in Rowan County. Dr. Bitzer’s Law, Justice, and Society class entertained lectures from Brandy Cook, Rowan County’s first female District Attorney and from David Ramsay, Deputy Chief with the Rowan County... Read more »

Restaurant Review: Pancho Villa’s Authentic Mexican Restaurant

Pancho Villa Authentic Mexican Restaurant

Named after the Mexican Hero, José Doroteo Arango Arámbula, Pancho Villa is one of the best priced Mexican restaurants in Salisbury.

Our Rating: C+

Jade Hamdan, Writer
October 29, 2010

Nuestra próxima aventura tendrá lugar en las cabinas profundo de auténtico restaurante mexicano Pancho Villa. In other words, our next adventure takes place in the deep booths of Pancho Villa’s Authentic Mexican Restaurant. Named after the provisional Governor of Chihuahua, José Doroteo Arango... Read more »

The Inn Hosts Fourth Anniversary Fundraiser

Leslie Denton, Community News Editor
April 12, 2010

On Saturday, April 10th, from 12 p.m. until 12 a.m. the Inn celebrated their fourth anniversary with music, food, and fun. A hot dog lunch was for sale to raise money for the Inn, and a pig roast took place later in the evening for free. The Inn is located  on Mooresville Highway right off of Jake Alexander... Read more »

Catawba Alumnus Brings History Alive for Rowan County

By Leslie Denton
March 10, 2010

“When I think back on my days at Catawba, I always remember how I loved being outside in the springtime, especially with all the cherry blossoms blooming.” This is one of the many memories that alumnus Tricia Creel has of her college experience. Tricia, now 28, was a 2004 graduate from Catawba.... Read more »

Waterworks to Hold Opening Reception for Spring Exhibits

By Leslie Denton, Community News Editor
March 3, 2010

Are you an artist looking for an opportunity to attend an art show? This Friday, March 5th, from 6-8 p.m. the Waterworks Visual Arts Center will be holding a public reception to open their new Spring exhibitions which feature four regional, female artists. Admission to the event is free. The mission... Read more »

Sacred Heart's Annual Oktober Fiesta

By Leslie Denton, Community News Editor
January 26, 2010

Henry Fairley [far left]                           A Catawba Alumnus and member of Sacred Heart, worked with local boy scouts selling BBQ sandwiches and pork shoulders.  Sacred Heart Catholic Church hosted their annual Oktober Fiesta this past Friday and Saturday. The event... Read more »