Good morning, Huntersville.

Attorney Louise M. Paglen of The McIntosh Law Firm earned the Certified Elder Law Attorney designation from the National Elder Law Foundation, recognizing nearly 30 years of elder law experience in our Lake Norman community — a milestone that underscores her commitment to serving local families.

Huntersville restaurants such as North Italia and Link and Pin will join Queen’s Feast—Charlotte Restaurant Week from Friday, July 24 through Sunday, August 2, serving three-course prix fixe menus priced between $30 and $55 per person.

Diners should reserve online to secure a table.

Air monitors in Mecklenburg show that high heat speeds chemical reactions that produce ground-level ozone — a pollutant linked to smog and potential breathing issues for children and older adults — as vehicle emissions add to rising pollution levels.

Mecklenburg County is offering property tax relief grants of up to $650—providing eligible homeowners 35% off their tax bills if income requirements are met, with one-person households needing to earn less than $65,750.

Applicants must follow county guidelines to qualify.

Local high school hoopers powered the Carolina Hornets 17U team to a play-in win for Nike Nationals last weekend + rising senior Lenise Joseph scored 33 points and grabbed 14 rebounds to secure their spot; the team will compete in Chicago from July 24-27.

Lake Norman Charter alum Jacob Dudan was chosen in the third round of the 2026 MLB Draft on July 11 by the Athletics — he was the 83rd overall pick and will join a team moving from Oakland to Las Vegas, with the change becoming official in 2028.