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Just posted on the official FB page of
@olivianj
: Dame Olivia Newton-John (73) passed away peacefully at her Ranch in Southern California this morning, surrounded by family and friends. We ask that everyone please respect the family’s privacy during this very difficult time.
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This man was arrested for firing shots at a Black Lives Matter rally in downtown Salisbury. No one was hurt.
@SalisburyNCPD
say two were arrested. I'm waiting to get more info. I heard the shots, saw dozens of protesters scramble, police were on it quickly.
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I know we’ll get an official
@RyanJNewman
update as soon as they feel like it’s appropriate, but these seconds are hanging like hours.
#prayingforRyan
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Breaking: Full release from Rowan Sheriff on Erica Parsons.
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Yes, I had a goofy look on my face because I was so excited to go flying with Chip in Sky 3. If you pray, please pray for his family, the family of
@JMyersWeather
, and our
@WBTV_News
family. We are hurting.
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Wow! Best day ever! Thank you all so much!
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Not sure what prompted what appeared to be a combined team prayer at the end of
@appstate
@unccharlotte
, but I liked it! Of course, l liked the outcome too!
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James 5:16 Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.
If you're the praying type, please pray for the families of Jason and Chip and for my WBTV family.
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Look! Real obit from Concord, NC, paper Independent Tribune. The deceased is not a
@HillaryClinton
fan.
http://t.co/0DVoT8YBEg
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Breaking: Lauren Haynes, 14, found and “safely in the custody of law enforcement.” Suspect Jake Kelly in custody, charges pending. Lauren has been missing from her China Grove home since 3 am Thursday.
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I've been greatly blessed for 32 years and I 'll always be grateful to
@WBTV_News
, my coworkers, viewers, readers, anyone I've dealt with in this career. Thank you.
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32 years and it went by in a flash. Thank you!
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I've waited 6 years to say this...the adoptive parents of
#EricaParsons
committed the worst, most foul acts of abuse that I've ever covered. There was a conspiracy of silence within her family. May she rest in peace and may we never turn our backs on suspected abuse.
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Breaking: Lauren Haynes found and is safe. Jake Kelly being charged.
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This young lady is missing. Lauren Haynes is a student at South Rowan High School. The Rowan Sheriff's Office is investigating. If you know anything of her whereabouts, call the Rowan Sheriff at 704-216-8700.
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It's the work opportunity of a lifetime and a chance to sit on the front row of history. The circumstances are sad and it's going to be a lot of work, but I'm honored to have been chosen for the assignment. Live from London
@WBTV_News
this week.
#TheQueen
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We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord. 2 Corinthians 5:8
Please pray for the family, extended family, and work family of Steve Crump.
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No service weapon in the jewelry store?
@IredellSheriff
says deputy told he couldn't pick up engagement ring he paid for if he came into jewelry store wearing his gun. Sheriff's FB post getting a lot of attention. What say you
@KayJewelers
?
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Don’t let her death be in vain. Be an advocate for children. Protect them, love them, cherish them.
#EricaParsons
#stopchildabuse
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This makes my heart very happy. My wife,
@JtanW
was given the Servant's Heart Award by the Salisbury Civitan Club for her more than 30 years of work with people with developmental disabilities.
#followedhercalling
#blessed
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Found and safe! Igor, the missing K9 from the Cabarrus Sheriff’s Office, has been locates. Igor ran off on the night of July 4th after being spooked by fireworks.
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On pins and needles and praying for
@RyanJNewman
. Stuck on Twitter desperately wanting to see something encouraging posted about him. Please be okay.
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Huge Frosted Mini-Wheats popping up all over northern Iredell County. Must figure out this mystery.
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Tears of joy we both shed today.
@Crumpdude
paid a visit to my live shot location. He looks great, getting stronger, inspires me and lots of others everyday. Thank you Lord.
#goat
#blessed
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Anyone know him? Concord, NC, Saturday 12:45, 85 bridge at exit 58. Maybe a firefighter
@ConcordNCFire
or
@Kannapolis
Fire? I saw him walk in rain to give gas to stranded driver. Bravo to you, whoever you are!
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Our 1st and last pictures together. How can you avoid causing pain for your loved ones that goes on for decades? Don’t let
#suicide
be an option.
#dontdoit
I miss him everyday and thank God for the years we had together. Please get help. 1-800-273-8255.
#loveyoudaddy
2-17-87
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Hey fans of
@DaleJr
! He'll be on the Steve Harvey Show on
@WBTV_News
today at 3pm. This may also apply to fans of
@ESPNMcGee
, of whom I am one.
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Took a while, but here’s the pic.
@realDonaldTrump
with
@LLSBWS
Champs from
@rowancountync
.
@dsteveyang
@YourRowan
#GoRoCo
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Source: They're going to the White House!
@dsteveyang
says girls have been invited for a White House visit.
@LLSBWS
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Breaking: Chewy, an online pet supply retailer, has selected Rowan County for its new fulfillment center, creating 1,200 new jobs and investing $55 million, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. The company will locate in Salisbury, N.C.
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Welcome the brand new Kannapolis Cannonballers!
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Yeah, congrats to
@LSUfootball
, but I'm over here celebrating
@AppState_FB
@appstate
ending the season ranked
#19
in final AP poll. Highest rank in school history and first time the Mountaineers finished a season ranked.
#GoApps
#itsgreattobeamountaineer
@AP
pic.
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In Faith in 1992 for a softball game,
#GeorgeHWBush
was funny, gracious, and friendly. He had bbq,
@DrinkCheerwine
, and seemed to really enjoy the day. Rest In Peace.
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“In the end it will be impossible to know if we overreacted or did too much, but it will be quite apparent if we underreacted, or did too little.” Not my quote, but I think it’s entirely accurate.
#COVID19
#CoronavirusPandemic
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Happy Thursday! This pic says it all...
@SteveCrumpWBTV
feeling good after surgery to "evict cancer" from his body. Prayers needed now for recovery, strength, endurance.
#crumpisgoat
#mynewshero
#faith
#gettingsomuchbetterallthetime
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Detective Josh Simmons
@rowancountync
Sheriff’s Office spotted burning car on Hwy 52 on Tuesday. He stopped, ran across highway, got elderly woman safely out just before car was engulfed in flames.
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I just don’t know what to say. I’m so touched by this gesture. Thank you Atwell VFD, on behalf of all us at
@WBTV_News
, we greatly appreciate it.
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If we don’t stand up for them, speak out for them, and protect them, then who will?
#ProtectChildren
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STATE CHAMPS! Salisbury Hornets beat St. Paul's 42-14 to win 2-AA state football championship. 4th state title for SHS/Boyden. (2021, 2010, 1957, 1955) 🏈🏈🏈🏈
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Just spoke with
@StevenCurtis
. He says even as
#BillyGraham
is going home, he’s still preaching the gospel.
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Firefighter Jesse Moore from Liberty VFD in Rowan is on the stair climber
@PlanetFitness
in Salisbury. To
#remember911
he’s climbing the equivalent of 110 floors w/60 lbs of turnout gear.
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Yeah, I'll own it. Reporting? Not too bad. Singing? Nooooooo.
He's one of our best reporters... And (easily) one of our worst singers...
Join us in wishing Sir
@DavidWhisenant
a VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY! 🎂
#RoyalBirthday
#WOTUS
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Can we show a little grace to each other? We’re all in this together, many facing the same hardships. We don’t have to not-pick everything and be hyper-critical, do we?
#justonejerksopinion
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Please continue to pray for my friend. He's made such progress, love to see him getting better!
Another day of testing and treatment.
Still praying and fighting.
So grateful for your prayers and support.
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Earlier today Lauren Haynes classmates at South Rowan High prayed for her safe return, tonight, they got it.
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5 straight! Rowan County girls (Southeast) beat Iowa (Central) 4-0 for 5th straight win, first in bracket play, in Little League Softball World Series. They play Oregon in semi-final game on Tuesday.
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Well this really got me! Thanks
@WBTV_News
, both for the dish garden and for the privilege of being on this team for 25 years!
#blessed
#happyanniversary
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Even better! Every high school in
@rowancountync
lighting up their football stadium at 7:30 tonight to honor Scott Young.
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I've seen some good race car designs before, but this may be one of my very favorite of all-time!
@JoeGibbsRacing
@KyleBusch
@AppState_FB
@appstate
@JohnCarterWBTV
#BeatSouthern
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Already making friends and I’ve been here two hours. These guys at the Hilton London Paddington have been very helpful. Hopefully my first live report
@WBTV_News
6 this morning!
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Breaking: Charges dropped, voluntary dismissal taken in case of NASCAR driver Jordan Anderson. There had been a warrant for Anderson's arrest on possession of stolen vehicle. Truck has been returned. Anderson says he bought truck in good faith.
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That’s it! I’m finally taking the advice that I, and everyone else, has been giving. After getting stuck 3 times on side streets, I’ll be doing my 2:30 live shot FROM MY DRIVEWAY.
#nomoredriving
#staysafe
#thankful
#parkit
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All 8 lanes of I-85 in Rowan to Cabarrus NOW OPEN! Ribbon cutting for new exit 65 coming on Tuesday.
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Just a personal opinion, but if you're able to go out and eat lunch today, or have an early dinner before 5, why not give your server/wait staff a little extra tip? I mean, if you can, that would be a nice gesture and it could really add up for folks.
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I’m a native of
@CitySalisburyNC
and I can tell you this is one of the best things I’ve seen my hometown. The mostly privately funded $13 million Bell Tower Green Park opening today.
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Lots of folks are more deserving, but I’m very honored and grateful. Let’s light it up!
@CLTMotorSpdwy
@therichardpetty
The King of Christmas. 👑🎄
@WBTV_News
’ David Whisenant named grand marshal for opening night of Speedway Christmas presented by
@AtriumHealth
.
FULL STORY 📰
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Portrait of a hero.
@SalisburyNCPD
Lt. Corey Brooks freed a truck driver stuck in his burning cab.
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Hey
@WBTV_News
, Happy Birthday! Thank you for letting me be part of the team for more than 25 of those 70 years!
#blessedtobehere
#WBTVandMe
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A young softball player who collapsed at a game, spent 10 days in 3 hospitals, and gained a worldwide following of prayer warriors and supporters is home! Kassidy's homecoming
@WBTV_News
4:30 and 6:00 today.
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Our first and last pictures together. Don’t let suicide be an option. All I can say is please
#dontdoit
. Get help. Call or text 988.
#SuicideAwareness
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Today at String Beans restaurant in Landis, Officer Buddy Porter Jr. rescued a woman who was choking by performing the Heimlich Maneuver, clearing her airway. Porter Jr. simply stated, "I was just in the right place at the right time." Great job! (Details from Landis PD)
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Hello old friend! Working on a story in Boone today, had to get a quick look around
@appstate
campus.
#almamater
#boone
#appstate
#mountaineer
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Congratulations! The West Rowan Falcons have won the Women’s 3A State Championship to cap a perfect season! West Rowan 60, Rocky Mount 50.
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State champs! Unbeaten
@JCHSCougars
women down undefeated Asheboro to win state title 51-40. Congratulations!
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There are 313
@NCAA
D2 women’s basketball teams in the U.S.
@CatawbaCollege
made it to the Final Four before losing tonight to Minnesota Duluth 70-59. Great season
@catawba_wbb
. You inspired your community and you’re a source of great pride.
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I've been at this a long time, but there are still days when I get giddy doing my job! Thanks
@StewartHaasRcng
@KevinHarvick
@ChaseBriscoe5
@ClintBowyer
@Aric_Almirola
@ColeCuster
for talking with me today! Look for stories
@WBTV_News
and
@QClifeWBTV
3, 530,7,730.
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The damage trucks now back at
@millersferry
.
@RowanCountyES
Chief says good example of how shielding with firetrucks saves lives.
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Police report: Boyfriend (BF) and girlfriend (GF) pull over at Waffle House during argument. BF assaults GF, witnesses come out to defend GF, GF assaults witnesses, leaves with BF.
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Sentimental tweet warning!
@CLTMotorSpdwy
has been part of my life since I was 10 and dad got me out of school to go to qualifying. Since then I’ve been here as a fan, journalist, or both every year for the last 51 years. Thanks
@MarcusSMI
.
#blessed
#ilovethisplace
#CocaCola600
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This woman is sincere, genuine, honest, passionate, professional, and dedicated. She's leaving WBTV for a station in Atlanta, and I will miss her. I've said to her 100 times,
@ChristineOnTV
, you're the real deal." I'm blessed for having worked with her and wish her the very best.
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When in
@ConcordNCgov
on a very hot day, only the biggest Cherry Lemon
@SunDrop
will do! Thanks What-A-Burger on Church St!
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This is why I have so much respect for those in public safety. In this case firefighters who not only put out the fire, but gave oxygen to a cat, comforted a dog, and bandaged a reporter. See, they take care of all the animals!
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Breaking: Charter flight company based in Rowan ceased operations citing "loss of clients." Just found out the owner has been in jail since May on long list of sex crimes charges involving children.
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The hometown of
@Eagles
@Jay_MostWanted
lit the Bell Tower in green for tonight and tomorrow and
#SuperBowl
. Green for the Eagles and for Javon’s high school
@NorthRowanCAVS
.
#BGN
@CitySalisburyNC
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Even training scenarios can be dangerous. Look what happens during this live burn in Salisbury.
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Hey
@AlConklin
! Congratulations on 30 years
@WBTV_News
! I’ve enjoyed watching you ever since I was in 1st grade. Here’s to many more great years of meteorological magnificence!
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I cannot tell you the last time I was sitting in the grandstand at
@savethespeedway
North Wilkesboro watching race cars, but it was…a while ago. It’s so good to see!
@RTRevival
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Salisbury (NC) teen fighting aggressive cancer leaves hospital to go to prom.
http://t.co/SYnQ99qkyZ
@SHSHornetNation
http://t.co/0Q2Df1LPoi
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Rowan Little League girls take 4th straight win in Little League Softball World Series. They beat Canada 10-0.
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Couldn't be happier about this!
@RyanJNewman
's injuries not considered life-threatening! Still praying for a full recovery.
#riseuprocketman
#Prayers4Newman
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Best part for me personally so far is hearing the hymns they’ve been playing all morning. Amazing Grace, When I Survey The Wondrous Cross, It Is Well With My Soul...soundtrack of my life.
#BillyGraham
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First in line in Granite Quarry teacher
@frick_cameron
. “As a teacher I think it’s important to have my voice heard. I think everybody should go out and vote regardless of whoever you vote for. It’s a right that we have in this country and I just thank God for it.”
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When your workday takes you to one of your favorite places on earth, then it’s a great workday!
#GoApp
#BeatGSU
@AppState_FB
@appstate
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Loved my story today. This is a
@CatawbaCollege
softball player doing makeup for a lady getting ready for the Senior Prom tonight at Oak Park Retirement in Salisbury.
@WBTV_News
530.
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That sky tonight, wow! This was taken from Old Mocksville Rd. in Rowan Co.
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Tough game but Rowan wins it! The girls play in
#LittleLeagueWorldSeries
championship game Wednesday night vs Texas.
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And give credit to
@Whataburger
#10
in Kannapolis. Workers loaded up boxes with burgers for the firefighters battling the fire on South Main.
#goodonyou
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Look at this!
Ryan Newman has been treated and released from Halifax Medical Center
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Okay, this will be the last I say about it for a while. 35 years ago today and it still hurts just as bad. I don't want sympathy or pity, I just want you to get help if you're hurting and don't let suicide be an option. Watch.
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Hey! How have you been? My account was taken over on December 22 and I just now got it back. My only advice is to change your password occasionally. It was a real pain working through Twitter to get the account back. I lost my checkmark, but will hopefully have it restored.
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Very touching. Crew
@DukeEnergy
raised flag between two trucks along Branchview Drive in Concord as we wait procession for
@MooresvilleNC
PD officer Jordan Sheldon.
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