Good morning, Concord.

Acclaimed author Hank Phillippi Ryan will visit Mt. Pleasant Library at 73 — Main on Sept.

20 at 3 p.m. to sign her new thriller while SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord has opened an interactive Clubhouse for marine care and Avelo Airlines will launch nonstop flights from Concord-Padgett to San Juan beginning Oct. 22 and to West Palm Beach and Albany starting Oct. 23.

The Cabarrus County Fair will open on September 5 at the Cabarrus Arena and Events Center and run through September 13, offering rides, food, and four nights of live rodeo action with discount nights like Senior Day and School Night.

Organizers have planned extra attractions such as a petting zoo and musical performances—promising a fun event for families across the area.

Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session on Monday, September 2 at 5 p.m. at the Government Center (65 Church St. S in Concord) to review agenda items including grant applications, board appointments, and legal matters.