Concord Local News – Thursday, February 19th, 2026

Concord Today

Thursday, February 19th, 2026

Good morning, Concord. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of February.

EDUCATION NEWS

➤ North Carolina community colleges earned the top ranking in the 2026 Workforce Development Rankings from Site Selection Magazine after Rowan-Cabarrus played a key role in strengthening employer-driven training statewide. Independent Tribune

GOVERNMENT NEWS

➤ Eric Pratt has been named Concord's new Aviation Director and will start on March 23 at Concord-Padgett Regional Airport (a major economic driver) as the current director prepares to retire on March 31. Pratt brings over a decade of aviation leadership to guide daily operations. City of Concord

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CONCORD REAL ESTATE

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CONCORD ANNOUNCEMENTS

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