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From WXLV, Charlotte Observer and 19 more newsrooms, gathered by TMI, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.
WXLV1 hour ago
Davidson County confirms rabies case after skunk exposure, on WXLVA skunk that exposed a person, a dog and sheep in southern Davidson County has tested positive for rabies, prompting health officials to urge residents to avoid
Charlotte Observer2 hours ago
Get the latest Charlotte-area high school fall sports stat leaders, on Charlotte ObserverSalisbury Post3 hours ago
Election Day: Find your polling place, on Salisbury PostTuesday is Election Day in Rowan County and across the nation for critical mid-term races as well as state and local offices. Locally those races include the Rowan County Board […]
Salisbury Post3 hours ago
Area Briefs: Football playoff pairings announced, on Salisbury PostHIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL The NCHSAA announced brackets, seeds and pairings for the state playoffs on Saturday. All the local teams are in the playoffs. With eight classifications, just about everyone […]
The Dispatch3 hours ago
Rabid skunk prompts health warning in south Davidson area, on The DispatchA rabid skunk found in the south Davidson community has led to potential exposure of a resident, a dog and several sheep, prompting a public health warning from the Davidson
K104.75 hours ago
Scoop N Scootery to Debut Late-Night Ice Cream in Charlotte’s University City, on K104.7Scoop N Scootery plans to open a late-night ice cream delivery shop at 9605 N. Tryon St. in University City starting in February 2027. Patrick Knorring holds the franchise license...
V 101.9 Charlotte5 hours ago
Bonefish Grill Closes Birkdale Village Restaurant in Huntersville, on V 101.9 CharlotteBonefish Grill has permanently closed its Huntersville Birkdale Village location, ending 14 years of operation at the Lake Norman shopping plaza. According to a Charlotte Business Journal report, the restaurant posted a...
High Point Enterprise7 hours ago
Racial slur video ends East Davidson's soccer season, on High Point EnterpriseDAVIDSON COUNTY — The varsity soccer season at East Davidson High School has been terminated effective immediately following an investigation into a widely circulated video in which students aboard a
Charlotte Media Group7 hours ago
Education Briefs: NASCAR fundraiser supports students, on Charlotte Media GroupCharlotte Observer8 hours ago
Another Publix is opening in Charlotte region as chain stares down Wegmans, HT, on Charlotte ObserverPublix will open a 50,325 sq ft store Nov. 4 at 6460 Weddington Road in Wesley Chapel, hiring about 140 staff as Charlotte grocers battle for market share.
Charlotte Observer8 hours ago
Popular burger chain wants to turn an Arby’s into its next Charlotte restaurant, on Charlotte ObserverBurger & frozen custard chain Culver’s plans to convert an existing Arby’s into its next restaurant in Mint Hill, NC. Plans call for a new drive-thru, parking.
FOX8 WGHP8 hours ago
Bonnie Parker is our Educator of the Week!, on FOX8 WGHPTHOMASVILLE, N.C. (WGHP) — FOX8 honors Bonnie Parker of East Davidson High School. Congrats, Ms. Parker! If you know of an educator who is worthy of this nomination please fill out the nomination form here. Educator of the Week is sponsored by the North Carolina Education Lottery.
WSOC TV9 hours ago
Road reopens after concrete truck flips in Huntersville, on WSOC TVBeatties Ford Road has reopened after a concrete truck flipped on its side Monday morning.
WBTV10 hours ago
$2M Halloween Powerball ticket sold in Cabarrus County: See winning numbers, on WBTVThe winner bought the $3 Power Play ticket from Sam’s Mart on Highway 49 in Harrisburg.
The News & Observer11 hours ago
In 1970, Genesis signed with Charisma Records for £10 a week after its debut album flopped; 52 years..., on The News & ObserverGenesis struggled to find its footing before Charisma Records helped launch its rise to rock stardom and a reported $300 million-plus catalog deal.
WFAE12 hours ago
College basketball season tips off with opening-day games in Rock Hill, on WFAEThe college basketball season is underway, and some teams wasted no time getting started.High Point opened its season with a 72-57 win over Liberty in a men's game early Monday morning at the Rock Hill Sports & Event Center.Appalachian State followed with a 63-49 victory over Merrimack at the same venue.The games are part of the Field of 68 Opening Day Marathon, an event featuring college basketball matchups beginning as soon as the new season officially opened.
FOX8 WGHP13 hours ago
North Carolina Powerball ticket wins $2M on Halloween, on FOX8 WGHPThe winner bought their $3 Power Play ticket from Sam's Mart on N.C. 49 in Harrisburg.
Cornelius Today13 hours ago
Weekly Weather: Chance of Rain Midweek, on Cornelius TodayToday: Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming sunny, with a high near 69. Northeast wind around 5 mph. Tonight mostly clear, with a low around 47. Light northeast wind. Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 75. Calm wind becoming east around 5 mph in the afternoon. Tuesday night partly cloudy, with a low around 55.
Cornelius Today13 hours ago
Election 2026: Know Before You Go, on Cornelius TodayBy Dave Vieser - It’s a relatively quiet election locally this year. None of the town positions in Cornelius, such as mayor or town commissioner, are up for election until next year. However, a U.S. Senate seat from North Carolina is on the ballot, along with several county and state representatives and three constitutional amendments,
WFAE14 hours ago
A former legislator is trying to win back his old seat representing north Mecklenburg from Beth Helfrich, on WFAEThis fall, Beth Helfrich is fighting to retain a seat she flipped blue in 2024 from a former legislator who wants it back.John Rhodes held the seat Helfrich currently holds in the North Carolina House of Representatives for District 98 — covering Cornelius, Davidson, and Huntersville — in the early 2000s. Now he’s running on a platform of ultra-conservative values to try to win it back.
Independent Tribune15 hours ago
Take part in Cabarrus County arts community events, on Independent TribuneCabarrus Arts Council releases calendar of upcoming arts events.
Mooresville Tribune15 hours ago
Remembering Ada Jenkins: Davidson celebrates the educator whose legacy lives on, on Mooresville TribuneHer name lives on in Davidson, but who was Ada Jenkins? A Nov. 7 program will share the story of the educator and her lasting legacy.
Charlotte Observer16 hours ago
We went inside Wegmans cheese caves to trace its journey to the Charlotte store, on Charlotte ObserverTake a tour of Wegmans’ Rochester cheese caves to see how climate-controlled affinage and expert cheesemakers create perfectly ripened bries and exclusive cave cheeses.
WSOC TVYesterday
Roy Cooper brings campaign to Concord ahead of Election Day, on WSOC TVIt’s the final push before Election Day.
Richmond ObserverYesterday
Raiders hosting playoff games in football, soccer, on Richmond ObserverROCKINGHAM — Richmond Senior’s varsity and soccer teams aren’t quite done for the season, with the state playoffs in both sports on the horizon. For the first time in years, the Raiders …
Cornelius TodayYesterday
Hough Wins, Finishes Regular Season 10-0, on Cornelius TodayBy Ryan Moxon — Hough finished its second consecutive undefeated regular season with a 49-0 [...]
Carolina SportsmanYesterday
Kenneth Raynor bags Montgomery County 12-point, on Carolina SportsmanKenneth Raynor of Concord, NC killed a 12-point buck in Montgomery County, NC on Nov. 1, 2026.
FOX8 WGHPYesterday
Cabarrus County ticket scores $2 million win in Halloween Powerball drawing, on FOX8 WGHPRALEIGH, N.C. (WGHP) – Some lucky North Carolinian got a $2 million treat in Saturday’s Halloween Powerball drawing. The winner purchased the lucky $3 Power Play ticket from Sam’s Mart on N.C. 49 in Harrisburg. The ticket matched the numbers on all five white balls to win $1 million. The prize doubled to $2 million
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Independent TribuneYesterday
Overnight closures planned on U.S. 29 in Kannapolis Nov. 2-3, on Independent TribuneTraveling through Kannapolis this week? NCDOT has scheduled two overnight closures on U.S. 29, with southbound and northbound traffic affected on different nights.
Independent TribuneYesterday
Blood donors needed to keep supplies steady; Sign up to give in Kannapolis, on Independent TribuneHave type O blood? The Red Cross says your donation is especially needed as the holiday season approaches. Two Cabarrus County blood drives are scheduled in November.
HighSchoolOTOct. 31
John Paul II beats Concord Academy in 3A soccer title, its first championship in school history, on HighSchoolOTJohn Paul II Catholic faced off against Concord Academy in the 2026 NCISAA 3A boys soccer state championship match on October 31, 2026.
WCNCOct. 31
Harrisburg Powerball player wins $2 million in Halloween drawing, on WCNCThe winning $3 ticket was sold at Sam’s Mart on N.C. 49 in Harrisburg.
Mooresville TribuneOct. 31
Catawba women’s swimming stays unbeaten in two-meet week, on Mooresville TribuneCatawba women’s swimming earned 11 wins versus Davidson, then dominated Barton 157-37, sweeping the top 10 high-point spots over a strong two-meet weekend.
Mooresville TribuneOct. 31
Catawba men’s swimming earns wins at Davidson and Barton, on Mooresville TribuneCatawba men’s swimming earned five wins at Davidson and a 152-32 home victory over Barton, led by multiple-event winners Jules Remy, Cameron Watson and teammates.