Good morning, Huntersville.

On July 21, 48 FishHouse ExoForms were installed at the Lake Norman State Park pier and Beattys Ford Access pier to boost fish habitat and improve angler experiences.

The project was a collaboration between the NC Wildlife Federation’s Lake Norman Wildlife chapter and Duke Energy & Safe Harbor Skippers Landing supported the installation.

Mecklenburg County mailed its 2026 tax bills for real, personal and business property on Tuesday, July 28 (about 449,000 overall).

Bills are due Sept. 1 and must be paid by Jan. 5 to avoid interest; taxpayers with payment difficulties should contact the Tax Administration immediately.

Lidl has recalled its Eridanous Shortbread Cookies with Chocolate Truffle Coating & Apricot Filling, sold from July 15 to 22, due to undeclared allergens such as wheat, soy, milk, & egg; no illnesses have been reported and customers in NC should dispose or return them.

Health officials reported 13 new cases in South Carolina (total 43) and 157 new cases in North Carolina (total 718) since last Tuesday, with eight hospitalizations recorded.

They clarified the outbreak is not linked to cases in the Midwest.

Panthers cornerback Mike Jackson explained how the team works together ahead of Fan Fest (he said that local fan support makes a big difference).

The event is expected soon, giving Huntersville residents a chance to connect with sports heroes.