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.

Kannapolis offers a range of activities including Cannon Ballers' baseball games with fireworks, $2 movie matinees at the Gem Theatre, a local farmers market, and live music events at Veterans Park and Village Park.

Christopher Sink from Winston-Salem won $10 million from a scratch-off ticket shortly after a $10,000 win, opting for a lump-sum payment after the rare victory.

Four individuals in North Carolina won $50,000 each in the Powerball game, with tickets sold at various locations across the state, including online. The jackpot rose to $90 million.

The Sails Original Music Series in Hickory continues with a free concert by Sierra Green and The Giants, offering soulful New Orleans music at Union Square.

Mecklenburg County woman Cassandra Stephens wins a $339,703 lottery jackpot with a $10 Fast Play ticket; plans to pay bills and take a cruise. She thanked the seller and overcame her husband's disbelief.

Hickory hosts Larry & Joe for their Sails Original Music Series, featuring a blend of Latin folk and Appalachian music, starting at 7 p.m. on June 13.

The Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office introduced "Studio W5HY?", a music studio in their Detention Center, aimed at rehabilitating inmates through music and spoken word, with support from the Tim Bergling Foundation.

Kim Moore from China Grove won $150,000 from a $3 Powerball ticket, initially $50,000 but tripled by the Power Play feature. After taxes, she netted $107,626.

Carowinds is opening an adults-only area in Carolina Harbor Waterpark with a bar, luxury cabanas, lawn games, and a large pool, starting Memorial Day weekend.