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Huntersville
Thursday, January 29th, 2026
Good morning, Huntersville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Area stores are restocking empty shelves after last week’s ice storm as crews work to prepare for expected weekend snow. Shoppers are advised to check local supplies — crews say rising demand is likely with the winter weather. WCNC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ WSOC-TV + KFF Health News earned a duPont-Columbia Award for their investigative report that exposed Social Security overpayment practices affecting many, including some Carolina residents. This honor marks their fifth national award and highlights how local journalism can drive meaningful change. WSOCTV.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Huntersville Town Board is set to vote in March on a developer's offer of $1.44 million to purchase and convert the former Town Hall into a trendy restaurant with 75% food and beverage space. The municipal building (8,700 sqft) requires upfitting and repairs while the agreement includes deed restrictions. Lake Norman Publications
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Red Cross is calling for blood donations during this critical winter season to help boost low supplies in Charlotte amid a nationwide shortage — local donors are encouraged to check with nearby centers for details. WCNC
- ➤ North Carolina health officials are reporting a rise in measles cases amid concerns over lower vaccination rates—South Carolina now leads the nation after surpassing Texas with its case count. Local experts encourage residents to follow vaccine guidelines to help curb the spread. WCNC
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Life isn't about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself.
~ George Bernard Shaw
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