The Concord Daily Local — Friday, Feb. 20

⚖️ Ethics probe called after insurance broker controversy — After the Pierce Group withdrew from a Cabarrus County broker contract amid questions about ties to a commissioner, Commissioner Wortman is calling for a formal ethics investigation. (Hoodline)

🏛️ Clerk of Court removal hearing set for next Friday — A judge found probable cause in the case against Bill Baggs, who says the push to remove him is politically motivated by his own party. (Hoodline)

🚗 NC DMV cuts early morning hours at 90 offices statewide — The 7 a.m. openings are gone after federal funding ran out. New appointments open at midnight each weekday, seven days out. (WRAL)

🎨 Concord seeks artists for bus wrap designs — The Concord Public Art Commission is accepting submissions from local artists to design wraps for city buses. Deadline details available through the city. (City of Concord)

🤝 Greater Cabarrus Foundation launches Affiliate Community Funds — Local nonprofits and community groups can now establish named funds through GCF to support hyper-local giving in their neighborhoods. (Greater Cabarrus Foundation)

🦕 Jurassic Quest — Cabarrus Arena & Events Center, Feb. 20–22. Fri. 12–8 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m.–6 p.m. (sensory-friendly session Sat. 8–9 a.m.), Sun. 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Walk among life-size animatronic dinosaurs. Tickets required. (Jurassic Quest)

⚾ D3 College Baseball Showcase — Atrium Health Ballpark, Kannapolis, Feb. 20–22. Watch top Division III college teams compete in a free, open-to-the-public showcase. Great opportunity to see college ball up close. (Atrium Health Ballpark)

🎭 A Streetcar Named Desire — FINAL WEEKEND. Old Courthouse Theatre, performances through Sun. Feb. 22. Tennessee Williams' classic brought to life on stage — catch it before it closes. (Cabarrus Arts Council)

💍 My Favorite Bridal Show — The Kettle Room at Gibson Mills, Sun. Feb. 22. Browse local wedding vendors, get inspiration, and plan your big day. Free to attend. (My Favorite Bridal Show)

🚗 Cars & Coffee Concord — Charlotte Motor Speedway Fan Zone, Sat. Feb. 21, 8–11 a.m. Monthly meetup for automotive enthusiasts. Free to attend. (Charlotte Motor Speedway)

🏗️ Union Street closure continues — Downtown Concord's Union Street remains closed as part of the ongoing Downtown Streetscape improvement project. Plan alternate routes if you're heading downtown. (City of Concord)

🌉 Gold Hill Road bridge still closed — The $2.4M NCDOT bridge replacement over Dutch Buffalo Creek continues northeast of Concord. Detour: St. Johns Rd → Mt. Olive Rd → Cline School Rd. Expected to wrap by late 2026. (NCDOT)

🍎 Kinder Quest registration events coming March 3 — CCS is hosting Kinder Quest at various elementary schools for families with children entering kindergarten in fall 2026. Check your school's schedule. (Cabarrus County Schools)

📋 Enrollment caps reminder — W.R. Odell Primary and Elementary enrollment caps take effect April 1 for new students in grades 1–5. Families north of Hwy 73 will be redirected to Carl A. Furr Elementary, with transportation provided. (WFAE)

👨‍⚖️ Teen charged with murder in Feb. 1 Fairington Drive shooting — A 16-year-old has been charged in connection with the quadruple shooting that left two dead. The case is moving through the juvenile justice system. (Independent Tribune)

🏥 Regional Behavioral Health Center launches website — The facility at 925 Progress Place NE, Concord, has launched ProgressStartsHere.org as a resource hub for mental health and substance use services ahead of its summer opening. (Independent Tribune)

🗳️ Early voting wraps up its first week today — Polls are open 8 a.m.–7:30 p.m. at the Cabarrus County Board of Elections (369 Church St. N). Seven candidates are vying for three Commissioner seats. Saturday hours are 8 a.m.–3 p.m. Make your voice heard. (Cabarrus County GOP) / (WSOC)

That's your Friday briefing, Concord. Have a great weekend!

— The Daily Local team

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