Jefferson Health says Independence Blue Cross’ payment-policy changes cost the system nearly $100M this year and has filed suit in Philadelphia amid looming contract talks. The filing singles out shifts to ambulatory surgery centers, inpatient payment changes and alleged 340B underpayments.

Cafe Zagora is set to open in September at the former Riverwest Co‑op site on Clarke Street, bringing a new cafe to 733 E. Clarke St. and tapping local history in its name.

Cooper's Hawk has signed a lease at The Arboretum for a 10,600‑sq‑ft south Charlotte restaurant, joining planned openings in Indian Land and Concord.