56-499: Kannapolis City Schools is a local education agency headquartered in Kannapolis, North Carolina . It encompasses parts of Cabarrus and Rowan Counties, yet operates independently of both county-wide school systems. This is a legacy of the fact that Kannapolis was originally a company town for Cannon Mills (Kannapolis was not incorporated as a city until 1984). Elementary Schools In 2017–2018 school year, Kannapolis opened
112-499: A 700,000 square foot facility employing 1,200. Salisbury has developed a strong record of historic preservation since the late 20th century. It is the site of a noted prisoner of war camp during the American Civil War and has ten National Register historic districts. The city has many historic homes and commercial buildings dating from the 19th century and early 20th century, several of which are individually listed on
168-664: A bus stop and parking at Kannapolis' Home Depot parking lot. The Kannapolis Amtrak station is located at 201 South Main Street. In 2004, a silent film about Kannapolis, showing the everyday behavior of ordinary people, which was made in 1941 by itinerant filmmaker H. Lee Waters , was selected by the Library of Congress for listing in the United States National Film Registry , as a representative of this kind of filmed "town portrait" popular in
224-532: A deep local culture of Confederate apologism , thanks in part to Rowan County being the home of Ku Klux Klan Grand Dragon Bob Jones , whose impact on Salisbury was featured in a PBS documentary film called Klansville, USA . Confederate re-enactments are also a popular activity in Salisbury, including annual re-enactments at the Josephus Hall House , an antebellum manse in downtown Salisbury that
280-444: A downtown area that encompasses several blocks near the intersection of Innes Street and Main Street. Because of the decline in the textile industry and the rise of suburban malls, the downtown area still has vacant buildings. The retail features more unique, locally owned businesses and merchants. Downtown Salisbury provides an array of shops, antique stores, and cultural attractions. Downtown Nights Out, held from time to time throughout
336-470: A female householder with no husband present, and 31.5% were non-families. 26.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.46 and the average family size was 2.96. In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 9.0% from 18 to 24, 30.4% from 25 to 44, 20.8% from 45 to 64, and 15.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age
392-473: A new part of the middle school. Now the upper building houses 6th grade and the lower building houses 7th and 8th. The elementary schools now house k-5 again. The former intermediate school has been renamed George Washington Carver, and is an Arts magnet elementary school. This North Carolina school-related article is a stub . You can help Misplaced Pages by expanding it . Kannapolis, North Carolina Kannapolis ( / k ə ˈ n æ p ə l ɪ s / )
448-784: A number of educational institutions, both public and private. The Rowan–Salisbury School System was formed in 1989 after the merger of the Rowan County Schools and the Salisbury City Schools. Most notable is Salisbury High School . There are two charter school in Rowan County, Essie Mae Kiser Foxx Charter School, in East Spencer and Faith Academy Charter School in Faith North Carolina. Many private schools, both inside and outside
504-574: A variety of incentive grants to historic homeowners and downtown business owners to defray the cost of repairs and rehabilitation projects. A walking tour begins at the Rowan County Convention and Visitor's Bureau and winds through the history of Salisbury and the state's Piedmont Region. Structures from the 19th century, as well as artifacts, such as the desk that President Andrew Jackson used when he studied law in Salisbury, are viewable. The Rowan Museum has exhibits that incorporate
560-669: Is a city in Cabarrus and Rowan counties, in the U.S. state of North Carolina , northwest of Concord and northeast of Charlotte and is a suburb in the Charlotte metropolitan area . The city of Kannapolis was incorporated in 1984. The population was 53,114 at the 2020 census , which makes Kannapolis the 19th-most populous city in North Carolina. It is the home of the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers ,
616-469: Is an AM station associated with Catawba College and training students for broadcasting careers. Co-owned with WSAT, the station went dark on August 30, 2016, citing signal issues. iHeartMedia -owned alternative rock radio station WEND (New Rock 106.5 The End) is licensed to Salisbury; its transmitter is located in China Grove. Salisbury has no broadcast television stations licensed in the city, but
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#1732776769229672-571: Is represented in the North Carolina House of Representatives as a part of the 77th district, which includes the city and northern and western parts of Rowan County . The current representative is Republican Harry J. Warren . Salisbury is represented in the North Carolina Senate , as part of the 34th district, by Republican Andrew Brock as a part of the 34th district. Senator Brock also represents Davie County . On
728-497: Is served by network affiliates and independent stations broadcasting from nearby Charlotte. WSRG-TV is a government-access channel located on Hotwire (the city's former fiber optic telephone, Internet and MVPD service) on channel 394 and Spectrum Salisbury (channel 16) but not available by satellite. It serves Rowan County, including Salisbury, Granite Quarry, Rockwell, Faith, China Grove and Cleveland. Amtrak 's Crescent , Carolinian , and Piedmont trains connect Salisbury with
784-516: Is the primary school system for the city. Two additional systems also serve its jurisdiction: Cabarrus County Schools and Rowan–Salisbury School System . Faith Christian Academy (FCA) is a private, non-profit Christian educational institution that is operated by Faith Baptist Church. Faith Christian Academy offers a combination of the A Beka program (K5–2nd grade) and the Alpha-Omega computerized, individual learning program (3rd–12th grade). FCA
840-434: Is water. As of the 2020 census , there were 53,114 people, 17,248 households, and 12,092 families residing in the city. At the 2000 census , there were 36,910 people, 14,804 households, and 10,140 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,236.5 people per square mile (477.4 people/km ). There were 15,941 housing units at an average density of 534.0 per square mile (206.2/km ). The racial makeup of
896-651: The National Register of Historic Places . Since 1975, Salisbury City Council has designated five Local Historic Districts, encompassing hundreds of historically and architecturally significant buildings. Owners of properties within locally designated historic districts are required to obtain a Certificate of Appropriateness from the Salisbury Historic Preservation Commission before making exterior changes to residential or commercial buildings. The City of Salisbury offers
952-604: The United States Census Bureau , as of 2010, the city has a total area of 22.14 square miles (57.3 km ), all land. Salisbury is located in the Central Piedmont of North Carolina in the Charlotte metropolitan area . The city is 21 miles north of Concord , 38 miles south of Winston-Salem , and 25 miles northeast of Charlotte . As of the 2020 United States census , there were 35,540 people, 12,524 households, and 7,325 families residing in
1008-467: The poverty line , including 14.6% of those under age 18 and 10.7% of those age 65 or over. The Meek House and Harvey Jeremiah Peeler House are listed on the National Register of Historic Places . Kannapolis has several public recreational areas. These include parks, athletic fields and greenways. One public park in the city, Vietnam Veterans Park (formerly, North Cabarrus Park) is maintained and operated by Cabarrus County. Kannapolis City Schools
1064-479: The " Transfer Site", which is located on Depot Street. Any member of the general public may ride the Salisbury Transit bus. Salisbury Transit does not operate on Sundays and some holidays. Novant Health Rowan Medical Center and affiliated doctors' offices provide a majority of the city residents' healthcare. The W.G. (Bill) Hefner VA Medical Center is a veterans' hospital in Salisbury and is operated by
1120-536: The 1930s and 1940s. Salisbury, North Carolina Salisbury ( / ˈ s ɔː l z b ɛ r i / SAWLZ -ber-ee ) is a city in the Piedmont region of North Carolina , United States; it has been the county seat of Rowan County since 1753 when its territory extended to the Mississippi River. Located 25 miles (40 km) northeast of Charlotte and within its metropolitan area ,
1176-873: The Low-A baseball affiliate of the Chicago White Sox , and it is the hometown of the Earnhardt racing family. It is also the headquarters for the Haas F1 racing team. The center of the city is home to the North Carolina Research Campus , a public-private venture that focuses on food, nutrition, and biotech research. Early meaning and usage of the city's name was a direct reference to Cannon Mills Corporation , or James William Cannon himself. Early published name variations include "Cannon-opolis" and "Cannapolis". A widely accepted origin of
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#17327767692291232-575: The Rowan County Public Library is located at 201 W Fisher Street in Salisbury. This library contains the Edith M. Clark History Room, with concentration of works on western North Carolina history and genealogy. Salisbury is governed by a city council , which is chaired by the mayor , Karen Alexander. The other city council members include: mayor pro tempore Tamara Sheffield, David Post, Anthony Smith, Harry Mclaughlin. Members of
1288-540: The Salisbury Arsenal. The next month, Federal troops occupied the town, and in early September 1865 the Union commander turned over civil control of Salisbury to local town officials. The Salisbury National Cemetery was established on a portion of the former prison site, starting because of thousands of Union soldiers who died while imprisoned. Owing to its Confederate history, Salisbury long retained pride in
1344-488: The arts through exhibitions, education, and outreach programs. The Salisbury Symphony Orchestra performs in the city. Performances of live theatre take place at the Piedmont Players Theatre (Meroney Theatre & Norvell Children's Theatre), Lee Street Theatre, and Looking Glass Collective Black Box Theater, with other opportunities for community engagement. Bell Tower Green, a park which takes up most of
1400-514: The arts, coupled with an emerging downtown public art program. The Salisbury Sculpture Show is an example of an existing public art program. The local Rowan Arts Council offers a Rowan Art Crawl on the second Saturday of each month: this provides access to more than 25 professional artists, studios, and galleries. The Rail Walk Arts District, located near the restored Salisbury railroad depot, features an array of artists and galleries. The Waterworks Visual Arts Center provides diverse opportunities in
1456-404: The average family size was 2.92. In the city, the population was spread out, with 21.8% under the age of 18, 13.1% from 18 to 24, 25.0% from 25 to 44, 20.2% from 45 to 64, and 19.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 90.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.3 males. The median income for a household in the city
1512-427: The block bounded by Innes, Church, Fisher and Jackson Streets and named for the bell tower that was part of the former building of First Presbyterian Church, officially opened October 1, 2021 after more than two years of construction, funded primarily with more than $ 13 million in donations. It is expected to help with economic development in the downtown area and it adds a location for concerts. The headquarters of
1568-440: The broader community. Salisbury has a strong commitment to historic preservation, high levels of arts and cultural activity, a citizen base that places high value on arts education, and a strong local tradition of civic volunteerism. The city has a growing population of professional and amateur artists drawn from many disciplines, with support from local patrons and foundations. It has a high rate of participation in and support for
1624-821: The cities of New York , Philadelphia , Baltimore , Washington , Richmond , Raleigh , Charlotte , Atlanta , Birmingham and New Orleans . The Amtrak station is situated at Depot and Liberty streets. Salisbury is also served by Interstate 85 , US Highways 601, 29, 52, and 70, and the Mid-Carolina Regional Airport (formerly Rowan County Airport). Salisbury is just south of the halfway point between Charlotte and Greensboro . Exits 74 (Julian Road), 75 (US Highway 601/Jake Alexander Boulevard), and 76 (Innes Street/US Highway 52) are designated as Salisbury exits from I85. The City of Salisbury's Transit System (STS) provides public transportation and offers three routes. Each route arrives and departs from
1680-486: The city of Salisbury, serve its citizens. Some schools were founded as segregation academies when the public school system was integrated. The Salisbury Post , founded in 1905, is the local daily newspaper. WSAT , "Memories 1280", is an AM radio station whose programming consists largely of older pop music. It also broadcasts games of the Carolina Panthers , Catawba College, and local high schools. WSTP
1736-416: The city on the south and the east, with access from Exits 54 through 63 (five exits total). I-85 leads northeast 65 miles (105 km) to Greensboro and southwest 21 miles (34 km) to Charlotte . According to the United States Census Bureau , the city has a total area of 34.06 square miles (88.2 km ), of which 33.50 square miles (86.8 km ) is land and 0.56 square miles (1.5 km ) (1.64%)
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1792-684: The city that incorporate both history and art for self-guided tours. They mark events and stories from Salisbury's past. The markers are organized info five broad historic eras. This trail was jointly developed by Downtown Salisbury, Inc. and the Salisbury Community Appearance Commission. The Salisbury community has numerous cultural resources and strong citizen support and stewardship for arts and cultural development. It works to protect existing resources while linking arts and cultural resources to key economic, neighborhood development, educational, and social goals of
1848-504: The city was served by railroads, becoming a railroad hub as people and freight were transported along the eastern corridor. After three black men were lynched in Salisbury in 1906, one of the lynchers was prosecuted. This resulted in the first conviction for lynching in North Carolina, and one of the first in the United States. In the 20th century, Salisbury's economy grew into an industrial-based economy. Entrepreneurs developed
1904-422: The city was: 77.74% White , 16.45% Black or African American , 6.33% Hispanic or Latino American , 0.86% Asian American , 0.34% Native American , 0.01% Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander , 3.43% some other race , and 1.16% two or more races . There were 14,804 households, out of which 30.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.4% were married couples living together, 13.5% had
1960-555: The city. As of the census of 2010, there were 33,663 people, 10,276 households, and 6,186 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,488.3 people per square mile (574.6 people/km ). There were 11,288 housing units at an average density of 634.9 per square mile (245.1/km ). The racial makeup of the city was 57.30% White , 37.56% African American , 0.28% Native American , 1.39% Asian , 0.06% Pacific Islander , 1.92% from other races , and 1.48% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.30% of
2016-470: The council are elected from single-member districts. The city council appoints a city manager to run the day-to-day operations. W. Lane Bailey was appointed as City Manager February 18, 2015. Since 2011, the City of Salisbury's financial foundation has been strengthened due to management's actions, which resulted in two credit rating increases to bring the city to a AA rating. On the state level, Salisbury
2072-623: The headquarters of Food Lion , a regional grocery chain that is one of the US subsidiaries of Delhaize ; the W.G. (Bill) Hefner VA Medical Center, the City of Salisbury, and the County of Rowan. Novant Health Rowan Medical Center and the Rowan Salisbury School System, are also major employers. Smaller employers include textile mills and other manufacturing businesses. In 2019, the pet food retailer Chewy announced it would build
2128-521: The historic wagon road between Salisbury and Charlotte , became the location of the new textile mill , Cannon Manufacturing. Cannon Manufacturing began production in 1908. In 1914 Cannon Manufacturing became known as the world's largest producer of sheets and towels. Shortly after, Cannon opened plants in Rowan County, Concord and in South Carolina totaling 20,000 workers. Mill founder J.W. Cannon's youngest son, Charles A. Cannon, consolidated all
2184-621: The national level, Salisbury is a part of North Carolina's 8th congressional district . It is represented by Republican Dan Bishop . The state's senior member of the United States Senate is Republican Thom Tillis , who was elected to the Senate in 2014. The junior Senator is Republican Ted Budd , who was elected in 2022. The law enforcement authority is the Salisbury Police Department . Salisbury has
2240-410: The population. There were 10,276 households, out of which 26.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 39.0% were married couples living together, 17.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 39.8% were non-families. 34.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.29 and
2296-472: The separate mills into the giant Cannon Mills Company in 1928. Kannapolis is located on the boundary of Cabarrus and Rowan counties, with a greater portion of its area in Cabarrus County. U.S. Route 29 (Cannon Boulevard) passes through the city east of the downtown area; U.S. 29 leads northeast 15 miles (24 km) to Salisbury and south 7 miles (11 km) to Concord . Interstate 85 bypasses
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2352-430: The textile industry for processing cotton, first, and numerous textile mills operated in the city. The industry owners moved their jobs and mills offshore in the late 20th century, to areas with cheaper labor costs. This change cost the city and area many jobs, and unemployment rose for a period. Since 2000, the city's population has grown rapidly, with people attracted to the city's resources and amenities. According to
2408-430: The town has attracted a growing population. The 2020 census shows 35,580 residents. Salisbury is the oldest continually populated colonial town in the western region of North Carolina. It is noted for its historic preservation, with five Local Historic Districts and ten National Register Historic Districts. Soft drink producer Cheerwine and regional supermarket Food Lion are located in Salisbury and Rack Room Shoes
2464-516: The town the name, but starting with a "K". Kannapolis historian Norris Dearmon said the K might have been to distinguish the town from his Concord mill village. Since, Freeze said, "Jim Cannon didn't study Greek," Cannon did not name the town "city of looms". In 1906 J.W. Cannon purchased the land that later became Kannapolis, and acquired a total of 1,008 acres in Cabarrus and Rowan Counties. Approximately 808 of those acres of farmland, purchased along
2520-408: The use of three buildings: Salisbury's 1854 County Courthouse, the circa 1815 Utzman–Chambers House Museum , and the 1820 Josephus Hall House . These provide information regarding Historic Salisbury. The City of Salisbury currently has 10 National Register Historic Districts with more than 1,200 contributing properties. The Salisbury History and Art Trail is made up of a series of markers throughout
2576-473: The word "Kannapolis" comes from the combination of the Greek words kanna (reeds, not looms) and polis (city), which some believed meant "City of Looms". Dr. Gary Freeze, Catawba College history and politics department chairman, said a Concord newspaper used the name "Cannon City" in 1906. After mill workers or newspapers called the town "Cannapolis", J.W. Cannon asked Cabarrus County commissioners to give
2632-461: The year, provide opportunities for late night shopping, musical entertainment, and fine dining. Shopping centers include West End Plaza , and formerly the Rowan Mall . In 2015 Salisbury's Fibrant system (later called Hotwire) became capable of 10 gigabit capacity town-wide; it is thought to be the only town-owned system in the world with such capacity. Major employers in Salisbury include
2688-461: Was $ 32,923, and the median income for a family was $ 41,108. Males had a median income of $ 31,149 versus $ 25,019 for females. The per capita income for the city was $ 18,864. About 12.2% of families and 16.0% of the population were below the poverty line , including 22.3% of those under age 18 and 11.0% of those age 65 or over. 2010 Census data will be available in January 2011. Salisbury is home to
2744-407: Was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.0 males. The median income for a household in the city was $ 35,532, and the median income for a family was $ 42,445. Males had a median income of $ 30,990 versus $ 23,277 for females. The per capita income for the city was $ 17,539. About 7.7% of families and 10.5% of the population were below
2800-592: Was founded in 2003 by Dr. Keith Slough. The North Carolina Research Campus in Kannapolis is a 350-acre (140 ha) research center. Kannapolis is located adjacent to Interstate 85 , approximately 20 miles (32 km) northeast of Charlotte . Concord Kannapolis Area Transit , also known as Rider, provides multiple local bus routes, with its farthest point reaching Concord Mills Mall. Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) provides multiple transportation options including bus, vanpool or carpool. CATS provides
2856-455: Was founded there. In 1753 an appointed Anglo-European trustee for Rowan County was directed to enter 40 acres (16 ha) of land for a County Seat, and public buildings were erected. The deed is dated February 11, 1755, when John Carteret, 2nd Earl Granville conveyed 635 acres (257 ha) for the "Salisbury Township". The settlement was built at the intersection of longtime Native American trading routes. It became an economic hub along what
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#17327767692292912-550: Was home to Dr. Josephus Hall, who was the surgeon at the Confederate prison. In the antebellum period and after the American Civil War, Salisbury was the trading city of an upland area devoted to cultivation of cotton as a commodity crop. It was also the business and law center of the county. Numerous houses and other structures were built by wealthy planters and merchants in this period. In the late 19th century,
2968-459: Was home to the first and only Confederate Prison in North Carolina, used to house captured Union prisoners-of-war (POWs) , dissident Southerners, and Confederate defectors. On July 9, 1861, six weeks after North Carolina declared secession from the Union, the Confederate government asked Governor Henry T. Clark if the state could provide a place to hold prisoners of war (POWs). The 20-year-old Maxwell Chambers textile mill in Salisbury, then vacant,
3024-689: Was improved as the Great Wagon Road in North Carolina. It became the principal city of the Salisbury judicial and militia districts in the years leading up to the American Revolutionary War . On June 12, 1792, Salisbury was granted a US Post Office. Its first postmaster was George Lauman. This post office has been in continuous operation ever since. During the United States Civil War , Salisbury
3080-640: Was organized in 1982. Franklin Heights Christian Academy (FHCA) is a private, non-profit Christian educational institution that is operated by Franklin Heights Baptist Church. FHCA was organized in 2009. This school is now closed. Shaw University has an extramural site in Kannapolis offering undergraduate, graduate and continuing educational programs. Ambassador Christian College has a campus in Kannapolis offering undergraduate and graduate degrees in theology. The school
3136-476: Was retrofitted for that purpose. The prison was only designed to hold up to 2,500 prisoners, but by 1864, more than 10,000 prisoners had arrived due to the fall of Atlanta and the ongoing siege of Richmond, Virginia . By February 1865, prisoners were transferred out of the Salisbury prison, and in April 1865, Union Major George Stoneman destroyed the prison and other Confederate installations collectively known as
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