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Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina said on Tuesday it fed 200,000 more people in 2026 while 500,000 in its 24-county area face food insecurity (including 152,000 children and 73,000 seniors); Perdue Farms donated 40,000 lbs of chicken, and officials urged public support for food drives.

North Carolina retailers are urging customers to write to lawmakers to stop a hemp ban that will remove THC-infused drinks & items from shelves after Dec.

11. Local hemp farmers and manufacturers warn the change could push the market underground and disrupt jobs.

Iredell’s five NPC teams begin league play this week — W.

Iredell will host a major home game later as part of the season schedule. Locals are invited to support their teams as the competitive season unfolds.

King men’s golf swept the home invitational with medalist Deagan Erfmann leading the men’s team while freshman Celia Mendez posted a top-20 finish to drive the women’s team’s win.