Cases of cyclosporiasis, ‘explosive’ illness from parasite, are rising in NC
The CDC reports 145 cyclospora cases since May. Symptoms include watery diarrhea and cramping; wash produce and follow FDA guidelines to reduce risk.
NC wedding venue owner admits to jilting brides, grooms and others out of $1M
The ex-owner of a popular wedding venue in Monroe pleaded guilty to stealing a total of about $1 million from brides, grooms and investors, prosecutors said.
SouthPark club’s unlicensed work created ‘life safety issues,’ state review finds
Years after unlicensed plumbing and electrical work, SouthPark Swim & Tennis Club in south Charlotte is working with Mecklenburg County to retrofit permits and complete repairs.
A Scandanavian comfort food spot is opening this week in Charlotte
Discover Vivienne at Free Range Brewing in NoDa: a new Scandinavian eatery offering Danish-style Røde Pølser, Smørrebrød, Norwegian waffles and Faroese seafood in Charlotte.
Davidson College will be tuition-free for many students starting next year
Starting in fall 2027 Davidson College in North Carolina will cover tuition for families earning $175,000 or less and full cost for those at $85,000 or below.
Charlotte women die after accident in SC lake on July 4 weekend, coroner says
South Carolina officials said there was an accident on Lake Wateree, and two women from Charlotte, North Carolina died following the holiday weekend incident.
Popular Charlotte bakery temporarily closes as triple-digit heat index lingers
Villani’s Bakery in Charlotte will close Tuesday because kitchen heat and high heat index make conditions unsafe for staff; location: 901 Pecan Avenue.
Paramedic killed when she flies from back of flipping ambulance, NC troopers say
Paramedic killed when ambulance hauling patient is struck from behind at high speed, and flips over on U.S. 74 in Gaston County, N.C. State Highway Patrol says.
NC coastal town ranks among the nation’s best — again. Why it’s ‘underrated’
Hidden gem NC waterfront town is on Yahoo Travel list. Fan-favorite, loved North Carolina vacation destination was named a top US place to visit this summer.
‘Incredibly painful’ item was stuck in dead dolphin’s throat, NC researchers find
Dead 50-year-old bottlenose dolphin found along North Carolina creek has something “incredibly painful” stuck in its throat, experts say.