Concord Local News – Thursday, December 4th, 2025

Concord Today

Thursday, December 4th, 2025

Good morning, Concord. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

➤ Mayor Bill Dusch received the Smith Family Lifetime Achievement Award today at the 2025 Celebrate Cabarrus and Golden Helmet Awards, which honored his 30 years of service and leadership in driving growth in Concord — he will soon retire and pass the gavel to newly elected Mayor Steve Morris. City of Concord

BUSINESS NEWS

➤ An acai bowl truck has transitioned into a permanent shop on Spring Garden, offering fresh bowls in a fixed location for local patrons. The new venue aims to bring healthy, ready-to-eat options to the neighborhood. Independent Tribune

ECONOMY NEWS

➤ On Wednesday, the Cabarrus Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors named Gretchen Carson as its new president and CEO. Carson brings over a decade of experience in economic development (including regional leadership) and is expected to boost local initiatives. Independent Tribune

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