Saturday, June 14th, 2025
Good morning, Concord. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local resident Douglas S. Meyer appeared on the HISTORY Channel’s Season 12 of Alone in South Africa and four local Campbell Law School graduates received their degrees on May 9th — a new bakery named Barley Jean’s Bakery will soon open at The District Exchange while Dive Bar is set to hold its grand opening on June 26 at 3 p.m., and Governor Josh Stein announced more than $58 million in CAB grants to connect local households and businesses to high-speed internet. Independent Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At its June 12 meeting, the Concord City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget that keeps the current 42 cents per $100 tax rate and funds road, park, affordable housing, and public safety projects. City Manager Lloyd Payne said the budget used taxpayer dollars carefully to support Concord's growth. City of Concord
- ➤ Cabarrus County Sheriff's Department Special Victims Response team plays a vital role in handling complex and critical incidents throughout the area. The team uses specialized training to assist victims during challenging situations — ensuring a focused law enforcement response. Independent Tribune
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