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Living in Rowan County, NC: History, Towns and Real Estate Today
Rowan County founded in 1753, named after Matthew Rowan (a governor of Colonial NC). Historic hub along the Great Wagon Road.
Salisbury is the heart of Rowan County, home to the historic courthouse and government offices. Serves as an education hub for several higher-ed institutions are here:
Catawba College, Livinstone College and RCCC
The historic downtown features the Meroney Theater, Lee Street Theatre, Salisbury Symphony and local art galleries.
China Grove hosts the annual Farmer’s Day Festival (since 1982), celebrating local agriculture and crafts.
They are known for their southern hospitality.
Kannapolis- part of Kannapolis lies in Rowan County, the rest in Cabarrus. Home of the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers minor league baseball team. The NC Research Campus is a hub for biotech and nutrition research.
Kannapolis is the hometown of NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt Sr., and you’ll spot plenty of tributes to the #8.
Granite Quarry was named for its historic granite quarries. Granite from this area was used in projects across the Southeast, helping put Rowan County “on the map.”
Rockwell began as a stop on the old stagecoach route and still carries that small-town spirit today.
Spencer- founded as a Southern Railway repair hub. Home to NC Transportation Museum: Hosts beloved events like the Polar Express Train Ride and “Day Out with Thomas.”
Cleveland- Originally known as “Cowansville,” Cleveland has strong farming roots and is home to several manufacturing employers today.
Landis: Incorporated in 1901, Landis grew alongside the textile industry and still has close-knit neighborhoods with a proud mill-town history.
Faith- Famous for its Faith Fourth of July Celebration, which has drawn national attention (even a presidential visit from George W. Bush in 1992).
East Spencer: Once a thriving hub for railway workers, East Spencer is deeply tied to the history of the Southern Railway’s Spencer Shops.
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SB 445 and Data Centers: Are They Connected?
The global data economy. Every search, text, purchase, location ping feeds an infrastructure that has to physically live somewhere. Data centers are the warehouses of the surveillance economy... not metaphorically, literally. The cloud is a building. It needs land, water and power.
The United States is in a data center construction boom unlike anything since the interstate highway system. Hyperscalers like Amazon, Microsoft, Google, Meta + AI infrastructure companies like are racing to site capacity before the power grid catches up. They are landing in places with cheap land, available water, proximity to fiber and legislatures willing to smooth the path. NC is top five nationally for data center development. A state with weak privacy protections and broad law enforcement data access authority is actually more attractive to certain operators. Who wants those pesky privacy rules? Basically, it signals a legislature that won't create friction around data handling, subpoenas or oversight requirements down the road.
Section 19 doesn't just let the SBI pull your data, it lets them hand it to any federal agency. The companies building these data centers are already subject to federal subpoenas and National Security Letters. A state-level warrantless pull that flows freely to federal authorities creates a parallel access pathway that bypasses whatever federal warrant requirements might otherwise apply. NC just made itself a more permeable state for that kind of access.
When a state passes SB 382 to freeze local zoning authority, passes SB 445 to strip DEQ deference and extend vesting rights all while expanding warrantless surveillance... all in the same session what's an average citizen to think?
How to Get Good Renters
For landlords, finding the right tenant is the key to peace of mind. Tenant procurement with 1st Page Homes markets the property, coordinates showings, screens tenants, provides legal documentation and then you take over. We don't manage the property but can be available to do so. Here’s how tenant procurement services help:
1. Marketing the Property
Agents have access to MLS and professional marketing tools that reach more qualified renters.
2. Screening Tenants Thoroughly
Background checks, credit history, rental references, and income verification help ensure stability.
3. Handling the Paperwork
From leases to disclosures, tenant procurement services ensure compliance with NC laws.
4. Reducing Vacancy Risk
With professional advertising and screening, your property gets filled faster and with tenants who are more likely to stay.
Final Thought
Tenant procurement is about placing the right renter, protecting your property and creating long-term stability.
Things not to do when you want to buy or sell
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Don’t Let Emotions Run the Show
Buyers sometimes “fall in love” with a house and overspend, while sellers may take offers personally. Keep the process focused on facts, finances and long-term goals.
Don’t Go It Alone
Real estate looks simple online, but contracts, disclosures, and negotiations are nuanced. Whether buying or selling, skipping professional guidance can cost you money and peace of mind.
Don’t Assume Timing Doesn’t Matter
Interest rates, seasons and local demand cycles all affect the outcome. Strategic timing can mean stronger offers for sellers and more negotiating power for buyers.
Don’t Skip Due Diligence
For buyers, that means inspections and financing prep. For sellers, it means getting the house market-ready and disclosing issues. Either way, cutting corners often backfires.
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