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Tuesday, August 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Huntersville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Duke Energy said today that its Special Assistance Program helps customers pay high energy bills by offering direct payment help, flexible installment plans, and online tools—support that aims to keep homes powered during tough times. The company also noted the Duke Energy Foundation donated $100,000 to boost the Share the Light Fund for those in need. WCNC
- ➤ Today, National Night Out runs from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Smithville Park (19710 S. Ferry St.) as local officials promote community safety with family activities. The weekly calendar also features fitness classes, local markets, live shows and film screenings across Cornelius, Huntersville and Birkdale Village through Aug. 10. Cornelius Today
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ This morning a fire broke out behind Lake Norman Charter Elementary School and destroyed an outbuilding and sports equipment before local fire stations controlled the blaze; the Mecklenburg County Fire Marshal's Office and Huntersville Police are investigating the cause. WSOCTV.com
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Motorcyclists rode over the weekend in a legacy ride honoring a 9-year-old girl (kidnapped and killed 20 years ago) whose tragic death drew national attention to child safety. WCNC
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mecklenburg County Air Quality officials and transit partners invite residents to join the Fresh Air Rides challenge running Aug. 4-31 to reduce air pollution by using alternatives to single-occupancy vehicles. Participants aged 18 and older in Charlotte-Mecklenburg can log trips to win weekly prizes & grand prizes, including an e-scooter, a Fitbit Versa, or Conservancy tickets. Mecklenburg County News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Police departments across the country are reexamining the Sig Sauer P320 after a fatal discharge in Wyoming killed Airman Brayden Lovan on July 20—while the North Carolina State Highway Patrol said its troopers have not experienced any spontaneous discharges in roughly eight years of use, and Senator Mujtaba Mohammed from Mecklenburg County has raised concerns over the weapon's safety. Some agencies and training centers have paused or banned use of the gun as investigations continue. WCNC
SPORTS NEWS
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