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Two Positive Measles Cases Identified in Cabarrus County
Health officials identify possible exposure at Atrium Health Harrisburg and urge residents to verify vaccination status as statewide total reaches nine.
 • Chris Miller
Concord MLK Ceremony Highlights Dr. King’s Dynamic Legacy — and the Work Still Ahead
At a wreath-laying event on King’s birthday, speakers pointed to rising division, called for civic participation, and urged residents to “keep moving…
 • Chris Miller
Cabarrus Burger Madness Returns March 1 With Record Number of Competitors
The month-long culinary contest enters its sixth year with 25 participating restaurants — the most to date — as diners prepare to sample, rank and vote…
 • Chris Miller
New GOP Chairman Faces High-Stakes 2026 as Cabarrus County Enters a Pivotal Election Year
With crowded primaries ahead and unaffiliated voters surging, Jim Quick aims to educate and motivate voters while navigating national headwinds in a…
 • Chris Miller
Cabarrus County launches online Resource Hub to streamline access to key services
New platform centralizes community resources, replaces multiple manual lists and offers multilingual tools to help residents find care, food, housing…
 • Chris Miller
Who Becomes Harrisburg’s Mayor Pro Tem? A Quiet Role Spurs an Unexpected Debate
Residents urged the council to follow precedent before members voted to appoint newcomer Dr. Erin Banks and considered clarifying the rules.
 • Chris Miller
Concord Mayor Steve Morris on Why He Got Back Into Politics — and His Vision for the City’s Future
The new mayor discusses Concord’s biggest challenges and opportunities and how his county commission experience helped prepare him for the role.
 • Chris Miller
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‘Keep the Car on the Road’: Brian Hiatt Reflects on Year Leading Cabarrus Economic Development
Hiatt says serving as interim executive director gave him a deeper appreciation for the organization’s role as it navigates workforce needs, business…
 • Chris Miller
Cabarrus County Schools Consider Enrollment Caps as Elementary Crowding Reaches Critical Levels
District officials say crowding is worsening at several elementary schools, prompting discussion of capping options.
 • Chris Miller
Cabarrus County looks to hire outside firm in county manager search
Commissioners discuss hiring Developmental Associates to lead a 9–10 week search process following a turbulent year in county leadership.
 • Chris Miller
Early Look at FY 2027 Budget Shows Growing Deficit for Cabarrus County
County leaders warn projected shortfall could reach $13.7 million next fiscal year and balloon to $67 million by 2031 without corrective action.
 • Chris Miller
Greater Cabarrus Foundation launches Affiliate Community Funds to strengthen local giving
New initiative combines local leadership with professional fund management to support nonprofits and build long-term community impact.
 • Chris Miller
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