Good morning, Huntersville.

May began with community dancing around a maypole at Cedar Grove and ghost hunts at the Hugh Torance House.

On May 23 at 2 p.m., HEARTS Trails Through Time will feature Sherrill’s Path with historian Susan Autry and live music in Troutman — attendees should dress for muddy outdoors.

Live at the Lake offers a weekend of live performances along Lake Norman.

Today, enjoy free rock and acoustic shows at Lost Worlds Brewing, Primal Brewery Huntersville, and other local venues — Saturday’s lineup also includes free and paid musical events starting at 5 p.m.

The annual 'Glam Exceptional Students' celebration will treat exceptional children to a custom prom experience + a daytime event designed exclusively for EC programs, giving them a VIP-style treatment.

Local leaders and regional officials are challenging Charlotte's request to nearly double its daily water withdrawal from the Catawba River Basin (currently 33 million to 63 million gallons) as the move may reduce water availability for local homes and businesses.

The Carolina Ascent is gearing up for a regular season match and another playoff run with a long unbeaten streak.

Coach Darryl Poole (with defender Jill Aguilera) said the team focuses on teamwork and consistency as they prepare for a tough matchup with Jacksonville.

Local seniors Tejas Sridhar from Lake Norman Charter and Jackson Grathwohl from Pine Lake Prep won the 4A and 3A singles state championships last weekend after winning all their matches without dropping a set.

Both schools will now prepare for dual-team playoff matches at Burlington Tennis Center on May 16.

High school girls flag football became a varsity sport earlier this week, giving athletes statewide new playing opportunities.

The Carolina Panthers and The David + Nicole Tepper Foundation announced a $1 million boost for equipment, coaching support and program growth.