Good morning, Huntersville.

Heating oil users in Huntersville may see bills rise by more than 30% this winter, while electricity and natural gas customers could face increases of about 9% and 5.8%, respectively, according to national projections (if El Niño keeps temperatures mild, the figures might have been higher).

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Board terminated former superintendent Crystal Hill after she offered to resign in exchange for two years of pay Tuesday.

The board approved a convenience termination that granted nearly $341,000 in severance following months of controversy.

State auditor Dave Boliek said on Wednesday, Sept.

23 that his office is reviewing alleged financial irregularities at Charlotte – Mecklenburg Schools after concerns from residents and a district attorney request on Sept. 18. The audit follows Tuesday’s leadership changes, including the firing of the superintendent.

Mecklenburg County Storm Water Services is continuing restoration work in the Riverhaven Drive community after Tropical Storm Helene.

The project, which includes repairing riverbanks and planting native species, will begin planting in January, offering residents a timely example during National Preparedness Month (as efforts aim to reduce future flood risks).

A lakefront home in Cornelius that sold for nearly $5 million closed last month, making it Mecklenburg County's priciest sale.

The 6800 sqft property on Lake Norman features six bedrooms + outdoor amenities including a pool, fire pit, and private dock.