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Officer David H Earnhardt Jr

10/25/2024 1:34:00 PM

Officer Earnhardt
It is with heavy hearts that we share the heartbreaking news of the passing of our cherished friend and colleague, David H....

Limb Pick-up Schedule Change

10/22/2024 5:14:00 PM

There will be a change to the regular limb pickup schedule. Limbs will be picked up October 29th & 30th. Limbs should be put by the curb on the Monday prior....

Public Legislative Hearing Notices

10/16/2024 12:00:00 PM

The Town of Granite Quarry will hold a legislative public hearing regarding an amendment to the Granite Quarry Development Ordinance to establish a new primary zoning district classification containing standards and specifications to accommodate the growth of commercial activity in the vicinity of...

Granite Quarry is Recipient of NC 2024 PARTF Grant

9/12/2024 10:06:00 AM

The Town of Granite Quarry was selected by the Parks and Recreation Authority as a recipient of a 2024 PARTF grant. The Town of Granite Quarry completed its site-specific...

Jason Hord Named Town Manager

9/12/2024 9:07:00 AM

Congratulations to Jason Hord, Town Manger of Granite Quarry. See Salisbury Post article

Lighting Circuit Issue at Lake Park

9/11/2024 8:42:00 AM

We are aware of a lighting circuit issue at Lake Park. Electricians will be out within the next week to repair. 

2024 Iredell-Rowan Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update

8/20/2024 4:23:00 PM

The Iredell-Rowan Region is updating its Hazard Mitigation Plan to minimize negative effects from hazards.

We are seeking input from residents and stakeholders to enhance the plan. This survey aims to gather valuable feedback to shape the...

GQFD Annual Awards Banquet

2/23/2024 10:09:00 AM

On Thursday, February 22, 2024, members of the Granite Quarry Fire Department celebrated the department's 2023 success with an annual awards banquet. Award recipients...

Job Openings

5/27/2023 12:01:00 PM

Click here to visit our Human Resources page to view current job openings.

Volunteer Opportunities

5/27/2023 4:29:00 AM

Are you interested in serving on an advisory board for the Town of Granite Quarry? We accept applications on an ongoing basis for the following Boards and Committees:

  • Zoning Board of Adjustment (in-town and extraterritorial jurisdiction seats)
  • Planning...

Granite Quarry Fire Department Receives Medium Rescue Certification

5/26/2023 11:53:00 AM

The NC Association of Rescue and EMS recognizes rescue companies at 3 levels. Those are light, medium, and heavy. These are all ranked in how much equipment the company carries on the apparatus. This medium rescue carries a wide variety of tools and equipment above that...

Investigator Taylor Receives Award

4/24/2023 4:54:00 PM

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. We are very proud of the work Granite Quarry Police Department's Investigator Todd Taylor does with the Terrie Hess Child Advocacy Center. He was recently awarded the Friend of the Child Award at their Annual Brunch and Awards Ceremony. Investigator...

SRU Issues Public Drinking Water Notice

2/27/2023 8:08:00 AM

Salisbury, N.C. (Sunday, Feb. 26, 2023) – Salisbury-Rowan Utilities (SRU) recently issued a drinking water notice to customers following a drop in the removal rate of Total Organic Carbon (TOC) in the untreated “raw” water from the Yadkin River. TOC has no health effects. This is...

Officer Corl Receives Award

2/14/2023 2:11:00 PM

Officer Murphy Corl was among three other recipients of the 2023 Officer of the Year Award presented by Blue Line Brotherhood. Officer Corl has been in Law Enforcement for 12 years and served with Granite Quarry-Faith Police Authority for 8 years. Congratulations Officer...

Media Statement & Update - 12/2/2022 Incident

12/12/2022 12:31:00 AM

Please see the attached media statement regarding the December 2, 2022 incident.

Click here for full statement.

Joint Press Release - 12/2/2022 Incident

12/2/2022 3:27:00 PM

Please see the attached joint press release regarding the December 2, 2022 incident.

Click here for full statement.

Firefighter Bennett Completes Training

4/6/2022 2:58:00 PM

Congratulations to Firefighter Tyler Bennett who recently completed his FF l & ll at Rowan Cabarrus Community College. FF Bennett also received the Justin Monroe Service Above Self award. Bennett is a full-time employee in the Granite Quarry Public Works Department. He plans to...

Congratulations!

3/22/2022 8:49:00 AM

Judy Morgan Grad Photo

Congratulations to our very own Judy Morgan for completing her Paramedic school, AND for being recognized for several awards....

Burn Ban - Update

12/6/2021 10:01:00 AM

The burn ban has been lifted. Please click here to read the letter from our Fire Chief.

A burn ban is in effect. Please...

Granite Quarry Fire Department Honors 2020 Award Recipients

5/24/2021 8:00:00 AM

On Saturday, May 22, 2021 the Granite Quarry Fire Department met to celebrate its 2020 award winners and ISO Class 1 Rating. Read the full press release here.

Granite Quarry Fire Department Achieves ISO Class 1 Rating

1/12/2021 8:27:00 AM

Congratulations to our Granite Quarry Fire Department for achieving an ISO Class 1 rating!

Click here to view the full press release.

Hawks Nesting in Trees

1/1/2021 2:58:00 PM

Please be aware that Red-tailed Hawks are beginning to nest in the parks. Hawks can become quite territorial when nesting or protecting their young. Please show caution while visiting the parks.

2020 Christmas Decoration Contest

12/31/2020 3:34:00 PM

In December, the Community Appearance Commission held a Christmas Decorating Contest co-sponsored by B&R Realty. Winners were selected from several nominated. First Place – John & Joy Fisher, Second...

COVID-19 Prevention

11/4/2020 1:13:00 PM


Take Action to Prevent the Spread of COVID-19

COVID-19 remains a serious concern for our community. Take the following steps to protect yourself, your loved ones, and your community.

The 3W’s:

  • WEAR (a cloth face covering over your mouth...

End of Recycling Program

8/18/2020 8:13:00 AM

Granite Quarry, August 3, 2020 – The Town of Granite Quarry’s agreement for recycling pickup will end August 2020.  Granite Quarry has joined the ranks of many other towns that are opting out of recycling because of the expense and shortage of end users that actually recycle those...

COVID-19 UPDATES

4/9/2020 1:40:00 PM

To Help Reduce the Spread of COVID-19

  • Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds at a time.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
  • Avoid close contact with people who are ill.
  • Cover...

Declaration of State of Emergency

3/20/2020 1:16:00 PM

Click here to see the Granite Quarry Municipal Consent to County Declaration of State of Emergency.

 

PUBLIC NOTICE COVID-19

3/18/2020 12:06:00 PM

Please click the links below to see the Public Notices issued this afternoon. Call the Town Hall at 704-279-5596 if you have any questions.

Public Notice COVID-19

Granite Quarry Fire Department 2019 Awards

1/14/2020 9:49:00 AM

The Granite Quarry Fire Department ran 693 calls to service in 2019, ran a successful smoke detector campaign with assistance from the American Red Cross, and logged countless hours of community service training and fire and life safety training with Granite Quarry Elementary. GQFD consists of 42...

Fire Department Recognized by County Commissioners

10/23/2019 1:12:00 PM

Granite Quarry Fire Department was recognized by the County Commissioners Monday evening for the part they’ve played in the County’s award of the American Heart Association’s Lifeline EMS Recognition. 

Congratulations!

Fire Department Live Burn

4/30/2019 7:49:00 AM

On Saturday, April 27th 2019, Granite Quarry Fire Department joined with Rockwell Rural, Faith, Gold Hill, Pooletown and Liberty Fire Departments for a live burn. Granite Quarry Fire Chief, Jason Hord, ran command of training evolution and 30+ firefighters participated. Instructors lit interior...

Vehicles For Veterans

4/22/2019 7:15:00 AM

Check out the vehicle donation program called Vehicles For Veterans. https://www.vehiclesforveterans.org/north-carolina/ They pick up vehicles locally. 

The type of vehicles...

Car Seat Checks

2/11/2019 2:43:00 PM

You can now schedule a car seat check by clicking a link on the Fire Department page. The link will show you a calendar with dates and times. To schedule a car seat check, simply click on any time slot with an "Open" status and add your name, phone...

Noah Wiles Eagle Scout Project

9/4/2018 12:12:00 PM

Noah led the project adding a brick paver walkway at the Legion Building.  The next step will be adding flags for each of the military branches.  Click here for pictures!

Remove Garbage Containers from Curb

6/28/2017 9:26:00 PM

It shall be the duty of every person owning a trash container to remove it from the curb within forty-eight (48) hours of trash collection and place upon his/her lot until the next scheduled collection.

Prescription Drug Disposal Box

6/18/2017 9:26:00 PM

Safely dispose of unneeded prescription drugs.  The police department has installed a secure disposal box that can be accessed during Town Hall hours.  Simply bring your unneeded prescriptions and drop them in the box.  The box is located in the Town Hall lobby, on the...