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Monroe police say they foiled an alleged armed robbery at a Tradd Circle home and seized thousands of grams of drugs and three firearms.
Gaston County and Gastonia police, with U.S. Marshals, arrested Robert Lee Tallent Monday; he was wanted on alleged rape, kidnapping and domestic violence charges.
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Cool Monday start with a chance of light rain after mid-morning and a high near 49°F. Big warm-up arrives midweek with 70s by Wednesday and low 80s possible by Friday.
Tyquawon Parker pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and related charges in the Oct. 23, 2022 killing of Ahylea Willard and faces up to 60 years in prison.
Food & Drinks in ...
New York bakery Maman will open at the Commonwealth in Plaza Midwood, with filings suggesting additional South End and Eastover locations may follow.
Community & Society in ...
Do Greater Charlotte is rebranding its hubs as Sparkhouse — pairing a 20,000-sq-ft Uptown buildout with an 8,000-sq-ft West Charlotte lab to boost youth entrepreneurship. City and private funding are backing the work.
Petty Thieves Brewing in Charlotte's North End was sold to a local buyer who will take over March 1 and plans to keep the taproom's name.
Four York County residents received federal prison terms after prosecutors tied them to a meth and fentanyl trafficking conspiracy that federal investigators say moved large quantities of drugs. One defendant remains unsentenced.
Skyview22 will close its Walmart storefront on March 1 and pivot back to a food truck and catering operation. The owners say they’ll keep taking bookings and posting truck locations.
A 71-year-old man was killed while crossing at East College Avenue and South Main Street in Boiling Springs; a 47-year-old driver has been charged.
Union County deputies say a sweep of 21 vape and THC retailers netted more than 5.5 pounds of tianeptine and about $100,000 in counterfeit THC products.
Health & Lifestyle in ...
Cleveland County officials say a skunk on Fletcher Road tested positive for rabies — the county's third confirmed rabid animal this year. Residents are urged to avoid wildlife and keep pets vaccinated.
CMS has launched a districtwide data review and will hold community sessions March 2–April 3. The effort will examine boundaries, programs and enrollment projections.
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