We are pleased to announce the promotion of three of our staff members. Daniel Jenkins has been promoted to the role of Assistant Human Resources Director. His responsibilities will include the reviewing of personnel policies and procedures, overhaul of the performance evaluation system, updating hiring, recruiting, and retention of employees and oversight and administration of all risk management related activities. Daniel is a graduate of Western Carolina University with a B.S. degree in...

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The Kannapolis Youth Council has opened applications for the 2024-2025 year. Students who will be in grades 9-12 in Fall 2024 are eligible. Students must reside within the Kannapolis City limits to apply. Applications are due at 5 p.m. on March 11. The Council’s goal is to create opportunities for students to become engaged in leadership development, provide avenues for high school students to volunteer, develop leadership skills, develop high standards for behavior, to refine commun...

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The Kannapolis Farmers Market is looking for vendors. If you are a farmer, artisan, crafter, or baker we would love for you to participate in the market. The market is looking for people who offer a wide variety of fresh local produce, as well as cheese, ice cream, honey, baked goods, spices, jewelry, soaps, candies, crafts, pottery, hand crafted wood items, art, food trucks and more. Vendors pay an annual membership fee of $30, and a weekly rental fee of $10 per 14’ space. The market i...

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Kannapolis Parks and Recreation will hold a Public Input Meeting from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m., on Thursday, January 25. The meeting will be held at Kannapolis City Hall located at 401 Laureate Way. We invite you to attend this drop-in meeting and tell us what parks and recreation facilities, parks, greenways, programs, events, and amenities you would like to see in the City of Kannapolis as we plan the next decade. Kannapolis is updating its current 2014-2024 Parks and Recreation Master Plan. The...

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The City of Kannapolis is hosting a blood drive from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, January 23 at City Hall, 401 Laureate Way. Doners will receive a $20 eGift Card, a OneBlood long sleeved t-shirt, and a free wellness checkup. (Including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, iron count, and cholesterol screening) Appointments are encouraged for donors. If you would like to donate, please visit: https://oneblood.org/donate-now/scheduler.html?locationId=1447216.

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The City of Kannapolis Parks and Recreation Department has opened registration for Youth T-Ball, Baseball, Softball and Soccer. Registration will close February 26. Youth T-Ball, Baseball, and Softball: Children must be between the ages of 5-15 as of May 1. The registration fee is $40 for Kannapolis residents and $60 for non-residents, which includes the cost of uniforms, practices, and games. Scholarships and sponsorships are available. Gloves are mandatory and must be provided by the par...

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The City of Kannapolis offices will be closed January 15, in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday. Offices will reopen on January 16. There will be no delay in the collection of garbage, recycling, bulky waste, or e-waste. Yard debris and loose-leaf collection will not be collected on Monday, January 15, but will be collected on your next regularly scheduled day. Tuesday-Friday collection of loose leaves and yard waste will operate on a regular schedule.

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The Kannapolis Police Department is offering its annual citizens’ academy beginning March 7, 2024. If you are interested in learning more about our police department and its functions - this free class is for you. Citizens will participate in classes on all aspects of the department such as patrol operations, traffic enforcement, defensive driving, firearms, K-9 operations, special operations (SWAT), felony investigations, interaction with the courts, community service programs, etc. ...

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The Kannapolis YMCA recently honored Kannapolis City Council member, Mr. Doug Wilson, as a legacy member. Doug Wilson has been a faithful member since 1960, making it 63 years! The YMCA recognized that Doug has also been a donor, volunteer coach and a member of the board of managers over the years. The Y presented Doug a signature basketball to honor his service.

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Show us your artistic abilities. The City of Kannapolis Police Department is hosting its second annual children’s coloring contest. Children between the ages of 4 and 10, are encouraged to enter the contest by 5 p.m. on February 15, 2024. Children may use anything (crayons, markers, paint) to color the Kannapolis Police Department’s uniform patch. The Top Three winners will receive gifts. Submit your entry by delivering it in person to the Kannapolis Police Department (401 Laureat...

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