Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of September.
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🏘️ Community
Huntersville police arranged a special first day of school for the son of a late officer to honor his service — the event gave the young student a memorable start as his community recognized his father's sacrifice.
🚨 Crime
CATS said that the man accused of killing a woman on the light rail did not have a ticket—he was not allowed on the Blue Line.
📰 Economy
Tourism spending in Mecklenburg County increased by 8.9% last year to a record $6.4 billion—travel and tourism jobs reached 37,969 and produced $2.09 billion in wages as the county accounted for 17% of North Carolina's $36.7 billion total.
🏛️ Government
The Huntersville Town Board approved a pay raise for police officers after Police Chief Brian Vaughan asked for higher starting salaries to help fill a 25% vacancy caused by rising living costs; current officers will receive a $4,800 boost and new hires will start at $61,000—effective October 3.
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