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You've discovered the home of positive news and stories happening in Rowan County, North Carolina. This is the place where you can find everything original about Rowan, or as we lovingly call it RoCo. Whether you are considering a move to Rowan or you already live here, we’re here to connect you to the good in our community. We share stories about what’s happening in our schools, businesses, local attractions, and so much more. These stories bond us together and make us all Rowan originals. You can be as connected to Rowan as you want. If you’re just passing through, we welcome you and hope you find what you’re looking for. If you’re wanting to take a deeper dive, be sure to follow us on social media for daily updates or join our e-newsletter which goes out twice a month. Or maybe we’ll see you at a local festival or event like the Cheerwine Festival or Autumn Jubilee. Be on the lookout for our booth for a chance to win a free t-shirt or get a cool Your Rowan sticker. Thanks for visiting us and we can’t wait to see how you add your own original spin on Rowan County! And don’t forget to “Be an original.” Read our blog at www.yourrowan.com. #BeAnOriginal #VisitRowanCounty #YourRowan
Welcome to Your Rowan
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2019 was a spectacular year, especially for Rowan County, North Carolina! Whether it be the million-dollar investments into our community or the largest incoming freshman class at the #8 private college in North Carolina, Rowan County has made several memories for the books. Even better, some of the amazing things to happen in 2019 are going to make 2020 a landmark year for the place we call RoCo. Take a look at the top 10 accomplishments and some honorable mentions in Rowan for 2019! What are your predictions for 2020? #VisitRowanCounty #BeAnOriginal #OurTimeToShine #Roaring20s #itsaROCOthing #YourRowan #RoCoProud #RoCoStrong ====================================================== RECOMMENDED VIDEO Rowan County, NC by Drone https://youtu.be/6IghDg6booc ====================================================== YOUR ROWAN’S SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook: http://www.yourrowan.com/facebook Instagram: http://www.yourrowan.com/instagram Twitter: http://www.yourrowan.com/twitter Linkedin: http://www.yourrowan.com/linkedin Experience Your Rowan: https://yourrowan.com ====================================================== SUBSCRIBE TO OUR CHANNEL https://tinyurl.com/y47ollrt CONTRIBUTE TO YOUR ROWAN https://yourrowan.com/share-your-story/
Top 10 Best Things to Happen in Rowan County, NC in 2019
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Just an hour’s drive from Charlotte and the Greensboro and Winston-Salem areas, you’ll find both a quiet countryside filled with wineries and pick-your-own farms, and a bustling downtown district with breweries, historic trolleys, a thriving arts scene, and more. Rowan County, North Carolina is the place where you can truely be an original. Discover what you've been missing with this video tour of Rowan by drone. #NCByDrone #Drone #DroneTourism #TravelVideo #RowanCountyNC #BeAnOriginal ====================================================== RECOMMENDED VIDEO Get Caffeinated in Rowan County, NC - Coffee Shops Tour https://youtu.be/L_q5aLauQ6M ====================================================== YOUR ROWAN’S SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook: http://www.yourrowan.com/facebook Instagram: http://www.yourrowan.com/instagram Twitter: http://www.yourrowan.com/twitter Linkedin: http://www.yourrowan.com/linkedin Experience Your Rowan: https://yourrowan.com ====================================================== SUBSCRIBE TO OUR CHANNEL https://tinyurl.com/y47ollrt CONTRIBUTE TO YOUR ROWAN https://yourrowan.com/share-your-story/ Music by Dyalla Swain http://soundcloud.com/dyallas
Rowan County, NC by Drone
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"Never underestimate the importance of being properly caffeinated." - Unknown We couldn't agree more! Luckily, in Rowan County, North Carolina we have four original coffee shops that area fully equipped to satisfy your coffee cravings. These local businesses are a daily staple for many that live in Rowan's borders and also a great place to stop and grab a cup o' Joe if you're visiting the area. The Holy Grind Coffee House 819 S Main St, China Grove, NC 28023 Hours: Mon. - Thurs., 6 a.m. - 8 p.m. Fri., 6 a.m. - 9 p.m. Sat., 7 a.m. - 9 p.m. Closed Sunday A family-owned, Christian-based coffee house in China Grove, NC. Be sure to snap a photo with the beautifully painted wings on the outside of the building. Join their weekly Tuesday prayer group at 7 p.m. Mean Mug Coffee Company 110 N Main St, Salisbury, NC 28144 Hours: Mon. - Thurs., 6:30 a.m. - 9 p.m. Fri., 6:30 p.m. - 11 p.m. Sat., 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. Sun., 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. There's a whole 'latte" more to this coffee shop than the beans! In addition to amazing coffee and tea drinks, Mean Mug also serves beer and wine! They also host Friday Night Open Mic (7-11 p.m.), Sunday HotSpot Concerts (6-8 p.m.), 2nd Saturday Karaoke (7-10 p.m.), and 1st Monday Peace Circle Meetings (6:30-8:30 p.m.). They are also a proud partner of the S.O.A.R. Program, a Rowan Cabarrus Community College program designed specifically for adults with intellectual disabilities. French Express Coffee House 2087 Dale Earnhardt Blvd, Kannapolis, NC 28081 1620 US-29, China Grove, NC 28023 Hours: Mon. - Fri., 6 a.m. - 8 p.m. Sat., 7 a.m. - 8 p.m. Sun., 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. With two Rowan County locations, French Express is a groovy coffee house offering amazing hot and cold coffee. Koco Java Coffee & Roastery 329 N Main St, Salisbury NC 28144 Hours: Mon. - Fri., 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sat., 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Closed Sunday Famous for their in-house roasted beans, Koco Java has been a long-time stable in downtown Salisbury, North Carolina. From the charming atmosphere to the friendly staff, it's definitely worth stopping in or swinging through the drive-thru. #CoffeeHouse #CoffeeShop #KocoJava #TheHolyGrind #FrenchExpress #MeanMug #itsaROCOthing #BeAnOriginal #YourRowan ====================================================== RECOMMENDED VIDEO Most Instagrammable Places in Rowan County (NC) https://youtu.be/ebwsr2GJ72Y ====================================================== YOUR ROWAN’S SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook: http://www.yourrowan.com/facebook Instagram: http://www.yourrowan.com/instagram Twitter: http://www.yourrowan.com/twitter Linkedin: http://www.yourrowan.com/linkedin Experience Your Rowan: https://yourrowan.com ====================================================== SUBSCRIBE TO OUR CHANNEL https://tinyurl.com/y47ollrt CONTRIBUTE TO YOUR ROWAN https://yourrowan.com/share-your-story/
Get Caffeinated in Rowan County, NC - Coffee Shop Tours
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Most Instgrammable Places in Rowan County (NC) Rowan County boasts endless photo ops. Whether it’s a glamour shot, family photo, or just a gorgeous landscape, Rowan County is your place to capture travel photos. We've gathered a dozen of the most Instagrammable spots in Rowan. Where's your favorite spot? See below for a list of each location OR get the full scoop at https://yourrowan.com/instagrammable-places. ====================================================== 1. Largest Community Barn Quilt in the U.S. (0:09) Location: West Rowan Farm, Home and Garden, Mt Ulla, NC This photo op stop is the gem of the Rowan County barn quilt trail. As the largest community barn quilt in the United States, it has become quite the attention getter in the western part of the county. 2. Crossroads: Past into Present Mural (0:14) Location: View it from atop Go Burrito’s Rumbar, Downtown Salisbury, NC One of Salisbury and Rowan County’s most famous attractions. This mural painted by Salisbury native, Cynvia Arthur Rankin, features an original look at turn-of-the-century Downtown Salisbury. 3. On Cloud Nine with the Angel Wings (0:17) Location: The Holy Grind, China Grove, NC This angelic coffee shop has several beautiful angel wings painted on the side of their building which were painted by Linda Gibson of McGrady, North Carolina. 4. Walk the Rails (0:21) Location: Historic Salisbury Station, Downtown Salisbury, NC *Now, please do not “actually” walk the railroad tracks for safety reasons. But snapping a photo near the railroad tracks is a popular trend for weddings, senior photos, train enthusiasts, or just for fun! 5. Farm Up Some Fun (0:23) Location: Patterson Farm Market & Tours, Mt Ulla, NC This is THE agritourism destination in Rowan County, North Carolina! It’s the perfect attraction for a family afternoon outing or simply to just pick up some fresh produce from their market. 6. Planes, Trains & Automobiles (0:28) Location: NC Transportation Museum, Spencer, NC Every year, thousands of family’s flock to this attraction for unforgettable experiences. Its 60-acre site is filled with immersive exhibits and special events. 7. Soak Up the History (0:32) Location: Dr. Joseph Hall House, Downtown Salisbury, NC Built in 1820 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Dr. Josephus Hall House was originally constructed as classrooms for the Salisbury Female Academy (1820-1825). 8. Capture a Purr-fect Photo (0:36) Location: Tiger World, Rockwell, NC This nonprofit animal conservation and educational center is dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and preservation of exotic animals. Capture a photo during one of their Carnivore Feeding Safari Tours or simply enjoy a leisurely self-guided tour. 9. Brew Up Good Times (0:41) Locations: New Sarum Brewing Company and Morgan Ridge Railwalk Brewery & Restaurant Downtown Salisbury, NC That’s right folks! Both of these local breweries are located in historic Downtown Salisbury, only 3 blocks from each other. Tour them both during your visit and be sure to snap a photo of not only their beer but also their food! 10. Take a Refreshing Dip (0:46) Location: Riverpark at Cooleemee Falls, Woodleaf, NC Known locally as “The Bullhole”, this impressive stone water dam features a sandy beach and good fishing in spring and fall. Bring your swimming suit and enjoy an afternoon dip. 11. Sensational Sunsets (0:52) Location: Dunn’s Mountain Park, Salisbury, NC If scenic views are your thing, the best spot in Rowan County is by far the view from atop Dunn’s Mountain. From this vantage point you can take in all the splendor of Rowan. #WorldPhotographyDay #TravelPhotos #BeAnOriginal #YourRowan #itsaROCOthing #VisitRowanCounty ====================================================== RECOMMENDED VIDEO Rowan's Original Newsmakers https://youtu.be/tIoPzi1Fi44 ====================================================== YOUR ROWAN’S SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook: http://www.yourrowan.com/facebook Instagram: http://www.yourrowan.com/instagram Twitter: http://www.yourrowan.com/twitter Linkedin: http://www.yourrowan.com/linkedin Experience Your Rowan: https://yourrowan.com ====================================================== SUBSCRIBE TO OUR CHANNEL https://tinyurl.com/y47ollrt CONTRIBUTE TO YOUR ROWAN https://yourrowan.com/share-your-story/
Instagrammable Places for Travel Photos in Rowan County (NC)
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Welcome to Your Rowan, a central place for sharing positive information about Rowan County, North Carolina. ABOUT YOURROWAN Your Rowan is all about connecting and promoting goodwill about the amazing places and people that make Rowan County a great place to live, learn, work and play. We look around and see all the good in this community, and we’re here to share it with you. And we want you to share your good news, too. Rowan County is a place where you can be as connected as you desire to be. These connections are built in our schools, businesses, houses of worship, local attractions, and any gathering place. They bond us together and Your Rowan is all about celebrating these connections. To help us promote these connections, we’ve enlisted a team of local ambassadors to tell Rowan’s story. Think of them as bloggers and social media influencers. These individuals are called Connectors. We have our Connectors spread out all over the county, looking for original stories. You’ll see it in their monthly blog posts and social content, and we hope that you will spread it around. Each Connector represents a different category to focus their storytelling. These are called Connections and include Arts, Attractions, Business, Education, Greenspace, Health, High Rock Lake, and Municipalities. CONNECTIONS Arts - Homegrown creativity has been a part of Rowan County for generations from art to music to culture. Your Rowan Art highlights the many outlets of Rowan County that foster creativity and learning. Attractions - Rowan County is a destination for craft beer and local wine lovers. Your Rowan Attractions will help you discover rowan counties countryside must-see attractions. Business - The Your Rowan Business blog shares some of the many success stories of local businesses that have created culture, jobs, and a positive impact for Rowan County. Education - Your Rowan’s Educational blog shines light on some of the unique stories, innovative programs and people that are creating a better future for our home, Our Rowan. Greenspace – Explore Rowan County through its parks and farmlands. Outdoor enthusiasts thrive here. Health – We bring awareness to the organizations that are making for a better, healthier, and stronger Rowan. High Rock Lake - High Rock Lake is a hidden jewel in a country setting providing a quaint and quiet lake lifestyle. Lake living on High Rock offers excellent boating and fishing opportunities Municipalities - With Salisbury as the county seat, Our Rowan is also home to 10 other municipalities. ====================================================== Visit our website for more information at www.YourRowan.com. #BeAnOriginal #YourRowan #itsaROCOthing #VisitRowanCounty ====================================================== RECOMMENDED VIDEOS Instagrammable Places for Travel Photos in Rowan County (NC) https://youtu.be/ebwsr2GJ72Y Rowan's Original Newsmakers https://youtu.be/tIoPzi1Fi44 ====================================================== YOUR ROWAN’S SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook: http://www.yourrowan.com/facebook Instagram: http://www.yourrowan.com/instagram Twitter: http://www.yourrowan.com/twitter Linkedin: http://www.yourrowan.com/linkedin Experience Your Rowan: https://yourrowan.com ====================================================== SUBSCRIBE TO OUR CHANNEL https://tinyurl.com/y47ollrt CONTRIBUTE TO YOUR ROWAN https://yourrowan.com/share-your-story/
Your Rowan: Live Original
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Rowan County, North Carolina has been creating some buzz in the news. These headlines are just the beginning... because Rowan originals live here. Winner of the 2019 Healthiest Employers of Greater Charlotte Award Rowan County Government Charlotte Business Journal, June 2019 #16 Best Place to Start a Business in America Salisbury, North Carolina WalletHub.com, April 2019 Top 10 School Districts for Technology Use in the Nation Rowan Salisbury Schools Digital School Districts Survey, March 2018 Bronze Medal Award Winner Rowan County Early College U.S. News, 2018 #2 Best Place Live Theatre Venue in North Carolina Lee Street theatre Best Things North Carolina, 2017 #4 Best Lake in North Carolina High Rock Lake TheCrazyTourist.com Best Lakes in North Carolina High Rock Lake TheCultureTrip.com, June 2018 #YourRowan #itsaROCOthing #BeAnOriginal #VisitRowanCounty ====================================================== RECOMMENDED VIDEO Instagrammable Places for Travel Photos in Rowan County (NC) https://youtu.be/ebwsr2GJ72Y ====================================================== YOUR ROWAN’S SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YourRowan/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourrowan/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/yourrowan Experience Your Rowan: https://yourrowan.com ====================================================== SUBSCRIBE TO OUR CHANNEL https://tinyurl.com/y47ollrt CONTRIBUTE TO YOUR ROWAN https://yourrowan.com/share-your-story/ Music by Dyalla Swain http://soundcloud.com/dyallas
Original Newsmakers: Top Headlines for Rowan County, NC
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