A Rowan County resident won a $1.86 million jackpot playing an online Monopoly game with a $1 bet, adding to another recent $1.69 million win in North Carolina's digital lotteries.

New Translations will perform at the Sails Original Music Series finale in Hickory on September 26, bringing their unique indie rock sound to Union Square at 7 p.m.

Rapper DaBaby released a music video for "Save Me," depicting the CATS Blue Line stabbing and reimagining its ending with him stopping the attacker, while also promoting a GoFundMe for the victim's family.

The City of Hickory is hosting its annual Trunk or Treat Fall Festival on October 25th at the Brown Penn Recreation Center, featuring games, raffles, and candy for a family-friendly Halloween event.

Fury 325 at Carowinds wins "Best Steel Roller Coaster" at the Golden Ticket Awards for the ninth time, maintaining its record despite past safety concerns.

Joel Timmons introduces his Psychedelic Surf Country music at Hickory's Sails Original Music Series on September 5.

A Richmond County mom won a $2 million lottery prize from a scratch-off game and chose the lump sum payment, planning to share with her family and pay bills.

Charlotte's National Weather Service forecasts a sunny start with potential weekend storms, advising residents to be prepared for changing conditions.

An Iredell County man, Travis Wilhelm, won $1 million from the Emerald 10's lottery scratch-off game, following his intuition about the ticket since its April launch.

Hickory's Sails Original Music Series returns in September with free Friday concerts and a special Saturday event, featuring a diverse lineup of original music including 'Psychedelic Surf Country' and 'Electric Swamp Funkin’ Blues'.

Rock Hill announces its Christmas Parade, "Light the Night," set for December 5, 2025, inviting community participation with applications opening on September 24.

The Mooresville Bands, Brews & BBQ Festival returns this September with local and national music acts, BBQ food trucks, craft beer, and family entertainment, remaining a free event.

Sister Sledge and Sledgendary are set to perform at the Village Park Concert Series in Kannapolis, offering free access to their classic hits this Saturday at 7 p.m.