Hurricane Preparedness Week Starts May 4: Why Inland Impacts Matter Too
May 4–10 is both North Carolina and National Hurricane Preparedness Week, and all of May is recognized as Hurricane Preparedness Month in South Carolina. At Rowan County Weather, we want to use this time to stress a simple but critical reminder:
Athlete of the Week: Honoring Lexie Ritchie’s Softball Journey
By Steve Monday, RCW Sports
When South Rowan took the field this week for the SPC Softball Tournament, it wasn’t just another game for senior Lexie Ritchie — it was a moment years in the making.
Storm Timing for Rowan County: What to Expect Friday Through Sunday
After a mostly sunny and breezy Thursday, Rowan County’s weather pattern is shifting as we head into the weekend.
Rowan County Rivalries Take Center Stage in SPC Championship Doubleheader
By RCW Sports Staff
Rowan County will be the heart of the action Thursday as both the South Piedmont Conference Softball and Baseball Championship Games feature all-Rowan matchups — and plenty of bragging rights on the line.
Behind the Forecast: How Rowan County Weather Supports the Cheerwine Festival
As the streets of Salisbury turn red for the 2025 Cheerwine Festival on Saturday, May 17, one person will be watching the skies as closely as festivalgoers eye the food trucks: Steve Monday of Rowan County Weather.
Stormy Saturday Ahead? First Look at This Weekend’s Severe Weather Setup
Rowan County Weather – April 30, 2025
It’s been a warm and mostly quiet stretch of weather across Rowan County, but changes are on the horizon—especially as we head into the weekend.
South Rowan Softball Advances Past Concord in SPC Tournament
South Rowan softball opened postseason play in impressive fashion Monday night, defeating Concord 8-2 in the first round of the SPC Tournament at home.
Weekend Preview: Will the Nice Weather Hold for Outdoor Plans?
After several warm — and occasionally stormy — days across Rowan County, a cooler and drier stretch is just around the corner. If you are planning anything outdoors this weekend, the timing looks perfect.
Rowan County Baseball & Softball: Playoff Push Begins Tonight
The regular season is over, and now the playoff road begins across Rowan County.
Several local baseball and softball teams are ready to make their postseason runs, with tournament games starting tonight.
Countdown to the 2025 Cheerwine Festival: Weather and Event Preview
The countdown is on — the 2025 Cheerwine Festival is just a few weeks away, and excitement is building across Salisbury and Rowan County.