Huntersville Local News – Friday, March 13th, 2026

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Friday, March 13th, 2026

Good morning, Huntersville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of March.

BUSINESS NEWS

➤ The Lake Norman Chamber hosted its second annual AI Summit on Feb. 25 at the Cain Center for the Arts, where business experts and students from Pine Lake Prep showcased an app that improves DMV services. Speakers stressed AI’s role in boosting marketing, recruitment & operations among regional businesses. Lake Norman Publications
➤ New 2026 data shows franchising is booming in North Carolina, with the industry ranking among the top 10 for growth and fastest-growing sectors. Local business leaders say Huntersville could see more opportunities as this trend continues. WCNC
➤ Arkansas-based 7 Brew is working on several new drive-thru locations in the Charlotte market (including Concord and Mooresville) and said its team is excited to bring customizable coffees, teas and energy drinks to the region soon. WSOCTV.com

CULTURE NEWS

➤ Pluto For Planet, a popular rock jam band from the Lake Norman area, will perform tomorrow (Mar. 14) at Mooresville’s Shamrocks and Shenanigans celebration, offering a lively mix of classic rock and modern country tunes. Lake Norman Publications

HEALTH NEWS

➤ Local experts advise using OTC medicines to ease spring allergy symptoms from pollen and recommend keeping windows closed and using an air purifier to improve indoor air quality. WCNC

SPORTS NEWS

➤ The No. 1 Duke Blue Devils overcame a final shot from Florida State on Thursday, March 12, in the ACC quarterfinal in its win. Former North Mecklenburg star Isaiah Evans scored a career high 32 points as Duke will face the UNC-Clemson game winner Friday night in the semifinals. WBTV

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