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Gaston County Property Taxes Could Potentially Increase to 52.3% per County Commissioner

Gaston County, NC (WNN) - The Gaston County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting was held on October 27, 2026. While the agenda included many proclamations, grant discussions, and other routine general business, Item A on the non-consent agenda is something that heavily affects everyone in Gaston County. This is the adoption of a new schedule of values for Gaston County real estate in 2027.

Gaston County, NC · 7d

WSOC Charlotte

Developer plans multi-million-dollar wellness sanctuary in south Charlotte

A multi-million-dollar botanical retreat could include perks for people in affordable housing in south Charlotte.

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Cabarrus County awarded $357K grant to preserve 88 acres of farmland

A $357,000 grant could help preserve 88 acres of farmland in Cabarrus County. The funding is part of a $51.2 million statewide grant from the North Carolina Agricultural Development and Farmland Preservation Trust Fund. The project is coordinated by the Cabarrus Soil and Water Conservation District, which partners with local...

Cabarrus County, NC · 8d

WBTV

South Carolina spotlight: Chester County 1914 Halloween -- and other news across the state

CHESTER COUNTY, S.C. (WBTV) - This Halloween, people in Tega Cay are putting their creativity on full display for Pumpkin Palooza. On Tega Cay Drive, there are dozens of locally carved pumpkins at the city sign by Memorial Gardens on display through Sunday. The display is free and open from dusk until dark.

Chester County, SC · 7d

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Demolition Permit of Buca di Beppo for Raising Cane’s Approved in Pineville

A representative from a popular chicken finger franchise is asking people in Pineville not to fly the coop over its plans to open an outpost in the community. On Wednesday, Oct. 28, a Raising Cane's spokesperson told The Charlotte Observer that the company's demolition permit for Pineville has been approved, even though online records show the request was withdrawn.

Pineville, NC · 8d

WSOC Charlotte

Charlotte plans to plant 800 trees along city streets

Charlotte’s streets are set to get a little greener, with the city planning to plant 800 trees along roads between November and March.

WSOC Charlotte

LoSo library site demolished for retail, apartments

Demolition is underway of an aging lower South End property that is poised for redevelopment.

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Charlotte Observer

Key US midterm states could see Election Day storms. What about North Carolina?

Severe storms on Election Day could be an issue for a large chunk of the country, but Carolinians won’t be able to use that as an excuse for not going to the polls Tuesday. Fact is, the weather will be perfect across North Carolina, with highs in the 70s, lows in the 50s and no rain. This includes Asheville, Charlotte, Raleigh and even Morehead City on the coast. The main weather threat for the nation is “ thunderstorms from the Southwest into the central United States,” according to AccuWeather. So will candidates need to worry in those states? Apparently not much, experts say. The impact of rain on voter turnout amounts to around 1% , based on data collected in North Carolina during three U.S. presidential elections. The report was published in 2024 in ScienceDirect. “While I find that rainfall continues to slightly dampen turnout overall, the results suggest that the negative effects on in-person Election Day voting are partially offset by increased use of alternate voting methods,” wrote the study’s data curator Nick Turner. “These methods, including mail voting and early/absentee voting, allow voters to cast their ballots while avoiding the costs of heading to the polling place in

North Carolina · 8d

WSOC Charlotte

New NC laws allow billboard companies to cut trees without notice

Charlotte homeowners are raising concerns after tree removal crews began clear-cutting wooded areas behind residential properties to increase highway visibility for commercial billboards.

Charlotte, NC · 7d

WBTV

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UNC Charlotte students calling for permanent voting location on campus

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - After hundreds of students from UNC Charlotte marched to the polls in University City on Thursday, organizers of the event want to grow support for an on-campus voting location for every election. In the past, including during the 2024 presidential election, the Cone Building on campus...

Charlotte, NC · 7d

Queen City News

Families have Halloween fun across the Charlotte region

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Several Halloween celebrations took place across the Charlotte region Saturday. One of which was the first-ever ‘All Hallows’ Feed. Families showed up in costume to pick up free groceries, winter coats, and sweet treats. Organizers say the event was inspired by the idea that Halloween magic should be for […]

Charlotte, NC · 6d

WCNC

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Midterm Elections 2026 | The importance of being an informed voter

Mecklenburg County, NC · 7d

mindfullyamerican.com

6 Things That Make North Carolinians in Charlotte and Raleigh Roll Their Eyes at Each Other

Ask someone in Charlotte about Raleigh, or the other way around, and you’ll likely get a grin and an opinion. North Carolinians in both cities have their talking points ready, and neither side is shy about sharing them. Here’s where the friendly feud tends to flare up. 1....

Charlotte, NC · 12d

lincolnherald.com

Zoning Requests, Convenience Site Improvements on Commissioners' Monday Agenda

LINCOLNTON, N.C. – Two zoning requests, improvements at county convenience sites and a proclamation honoring veterans are among the items Lincoln County Commissioners will consider when they meet Monday, November 2, at 6:30 p.m. Commissioners and the Lincoln County Planning Board will hold public hearings on two proposed zoning...

Lincoln County, NC · 7d

WSOC Charlotte

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How Charlotte families are gearing up for Halloween night

Trick-or-treating is underway across our area, and it seems Halloween decorations are becoming more extravagant.

Charlotte, NC · 6d

The Gaston Gazette

Gaston County board approves new property values; residents react

(This story was updated to add new information.) Following a deadlocked debate and intense public scrutiny, the Gaston County Board of Commissioners voted 4-2 Friday afternoon, Oct. 30 to pass the 2027 Schedule of Values, officially establishing the framework for how local real estate will be assessed in the upcoming reappraisal. The decision came during a swift 45-minute special meeting at the Gaston County Courthouse, reversing a 3-3 tie on Oct. 27 that had stalled the measure. Commissioner Tom Keigher made the motion to approve the schedule, with Vice Chair Bob Hovis providing the second. Joining Keigher and Hovis in voting yes were Chair Chad Brown and Commissioner Allen Fraley, whose absence on Oct. 27 had left the board in a stalemate. Commissioners Cathy Cloninger and Scott Shehan stood firm in opposition, voting no for a second time. Jim Bailey was not present due to a family matter. When contacted after the meeting, he affirmed his no vote from the previous meeting. The Oct. 30 vote ensures the county meets state statutory deadlines to adopt the property valuation rules before Jan. 1, avoiding potential revenue impacts and keeping the tax appraisal schedule on track. Previous reporting: Gaston County board deadlocked

Gaston County, NC · 7d

Home Stratosphere

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11 North Carolina Neighborhoods That Score Surprisingly Well for Walkability

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North Carolina · 10d

power98fm.com

Things To Do in Charlotte This Weekend: October 30-November 1

Halloween weekend in Charlotte gives grown-ups plenty of ways to embrace the spooky season. Science on the Rocks: Boneyard Bash turns Discovery Place Science into an after-hours playground with cocktails, experiments, and a DJ, while Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics sets eerie favorites to strings under a soft, flickering glow. Horror fans can also dust off their dancing shoes for sCarrie Prom, a costumed celebration of the 50th anniversary of "Carrie" at the Carolina Theatre. Whether the night calls for science, symphonies, or a scream-worthy screening, the city delivers plenty of chills.