Huntersville Local News – Wednesday, May 27th, 2026

Daily Huntersville

Wednesday, May 27th, 2026

Good morning, Huntersville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of May.

COMMUNITY NEWS

➤ In Huntersville, residents can enter a $5 lottery closing Thursday for tickets to view fireflies at Grandfather Mountain on June 16, 18, and 20 (if rain occurs, events will be delayed one day). Winners will be notified Friday and next Wednesday. WSOCTV.com

BUSINESS NEWS

➤ Wine bar Corkscrew began construction on its 1,800 sqft space at The Holbrook Town Center in downtown; it is projected to open in July — marking its return after nearly 20 years at its former Birkdale Village location that closed in December 2022. WSOCTV.com

EDUCATION NEWS

➤ Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is reviewing changes to its magnet program so parents can share their concerns (the review process is ongoing). The potential changes may influence future educational options in the district. WCNC

GOVERNMENT NEWS

➤ Lawmakers proposed Senate Bill 730, the Ratepayer Protection Act, to address data centers' energy use, but the bill may delay coal plant retirements until new nuclear power is built + critics warn this could lead to higher electric bills. The measure affects base load plants near Charlotte and may impact local energy costs. WSOCTV.com

HEALTH NEWS

➤ Experts say summer is the deadliest season for teen drivers and advise Huntersville parents to review safe driving habits with their teens — a step that can reduce risks. WCNC

SPORTS NEWS

➤ Running back AJ Dillon attended his first practice with the Panthers today. He signed with the team in March after leaving the Philadelphia Eagles. WCNC

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