Good morning, Huntersville.

Residents around Lake Norman have a busy week of community events—today’s fitness class at Be Well Birkdale runs from 6–7 p.m. at The Plaza, with a Cornelius community chat on Oct.

15, live music at LaLaCaboosa on Oct. 16, and tribute, food, and symphony events scheduled through Oct. 19.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools’ School Choice lottery is open for applications from Oct.

13 to Dec. 5—families can choose up to three magnet or specialized program options divided by socioeconomic categories. Families must register to get a student ID and can attend open houses and info sessions—lottery results will be released a few weeks after the application period closes.

North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services said SNAP and WIC will run through October—ensuring food support for those in need—while they await further USDA guidance if the shutdown continues.

The family of premature baby Ma'Nyla Conley is seeking a court day after she was allegedly given poor care in Atrium Health's NICU—allegations that they say point to medical negligence.