Grace Landon from Stanly County won $1 million in the Powerball after 20 years of playing, narrowly missing the $181 million jackpot by one number. She plans to buy a house and expand her plant collection with her winnings.

Shelia Autry from Dallas, Gaston County, won a $100,000 jackpot from a $1 Cash 5 lottery ticket, with the prize collected after taxes amounting to $71,753.

A Stanly County, North Carolina resident won $1 million in the Powerball, matching all five white balls on New Year's Day, with a ticket from Friendly Mart.

The National Weather Service forecasts a partly sunny day with a high near 54°F and a cool breeze for Charlotte, leading to a chilly week ahead with a possibility of showers on Friday.

A Statesville resident won $4 million in the Mega Millions by matching five balls with a $3 online ticket and the Megaplier.

Charlotte resident Melanie Melendez won $404,917 pre-tax in an online lottery game, planning to donate, pay bills, and invest.

Kendrick Lamar and SZA are set to headline their "Grand National Tour" with a performance in Charlotte in May 2025, after Lamar's Super Bowl LIX halftime show.

Robert Moore from Gaston County won a $2 million scratch-off lottery during a routine trip to Walmart. He opted for a lump sum, receiving $858,006 after taxes.

The Lovin' Life Music Fest in Charlotte has announced presale tickets starting November 18, with a vibrant lineup of over 50 artists expected for its May 2025 event.

A $110,000 Carolina Cash 5 lottery ticket sold in Dobson, NC, remains unclaimed with a deadline of November 12 to be presented at lottery headquarters.

A Mooresville man won North Carolina's largest digital instant lottery prize of $1.33 million from a $10 Bison Bonanza game ticket. After taxes, he received $952,001.

Charlotte is hosting the "Concert for Carolina" with artists like Luke Combs and Eric Church to aid Hurricane Helene victims, featuring a live stream and stringent safety measures.

Pablo Bustamante from Gastonia won $1 million from a $10 lottery scratch-off ticket and chose the lump sum payment of $600,000, netting $429,003 after taxes.