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Charlotte Catholic’s Marguerite McPhillips, coach Gary Hoilett headline The Observer’s girls soccer all-star team
This NC vacation spot ranks among best in the US for families. Why folks love it
US News & World Report recognized North Carolina’s Outer Banks for its family-friendly beaches, activities, attractions and coastal charm.
Palm-sized spiders are making their way to NC — but don’t panic
Spider biologists expect Jorō spiders to appear in Charlotte soon. Learn why they’re expanding, how to ID them, and why they’re not highly dangerous.
Lake Norman lawmaker questions Carolina Water ruling after 40% rate hike approved
Lake Norman NC Rep. Todd Carver says the NC Utilities Commission undervalued customers after a settlement raised Carolina Water rates to $19.23 per 1,000 gallons.
Outside Charlotte, a family-run furniture store is closing after nearly 80 years
Biggerstaff Furniture store in Gastonia, serving the Charlotte area for 78 years, is closing as owner is retiring. Final liquidation sale now underway.
Plaza Midwood shop sells flavorful, house-made ice cream that’s ‘worth the drive’
Two Scoops Creamery in Charlotte serves house-made, high butter-fat ice cream with 200+ rotating flavors, dairy-free options and ice cream cakes worth the drive.
Do Canes players buy tickets for family & friends to watch the Stanley Cup?
Learn how the NHL CBA limits player ticket allotments for Carolina Hurricanes home and away games and why players may still need to buy extra playoff seats.
Two ‘dangerous’ escapees include suspect in parking lot shootout, NC officials say
Man accused of engaging in a shootout during a riot is among two “armed and dangerous” men who escaped from a North Carolina jail, officials say.
How to recognize mental health struggles your teen may be covering up
NC mental health experts: Struggling teens can hide emotional distress in ways that make warning signs difficult for adults, teachers and friends to recognize.
Two 19-year-olds killed one man, then assaulted 3 others, Huntersville police say
Two Charlotte men accused of killing a 20-year-old man in Huntersville have also been charged with assaulting three other people, police say.
Sewage spews into Lake Norman after ‘pipe failure’ Tuesday, Charlotte Water says
An estimated 200 gallons of sewage spewed into Lake Norman after a pipe failure Tuesday, Charlotte Water reported. Crews responded quickly, officials said.