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Hello Lake Norman! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. 

In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: TEDx Sugar Creek Women, an airport taproom pouring a new pilsner, and glow-in-the-dark Dino-Light + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.

Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Lake Norman protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.

📰 In the news

Engage beyond the main stage: TEDx Sugar Creek Women comes to Charlotte on March 28 with 15 speakers, and while tickets are sold out, Lake Norman residents can enjoy free community market and food trucks — see how to get involved.

Taproom trend takes off: Sugar Creek Brewing opened its first airport taproom at Charlotte Douglas on Feb. 25, pouring an airport exclusive First In Flight Pilsner for Lake Norman flyers and other travelers — get all the details.

Safer, more reliable commutes: NCDOT is expanding community engagement for I-77 South Express Lanes, seeking feedback from Lake Norman before a draft RFP in late June 2026 and construction not expected until early 2030s — get the timeline and details.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.

Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.

Highlights this week:

• Relive 80s hits with SPANKthe80s
• Celebrate with local vendors and specials
• Run the Christina Latini Memorial 8K
• Unlock clinical-level wellness data from home

💎 Local business spotlight

Fresh-baked pie fix: Carolina Pie Company turns out scratch-made 9-inch pies without preservatives in standout flavors like Bumbleberry, Key Lime, and Bourbon Pecan. Perfect for weeknight desserts, gatherings, or a treat-yourself moment. They even host low-key pie classes for friends who prefer flour-dusted fun.

Modern blooms, zero fuss: The Petal Thing delivers Korean-inspired arrangements that feel like art, not filler, with sculptural bouquets and tidy flower boxes you’ll keep on the counter all week. For a thoughtful just-because, they handle the creative heavy lifting so your gesture lands beautifully.

Send at Lake Norman: Whether you’re chasing a first top-out or dialing a new redpoint, Cliff Hangers delivers bouldering, rope and lead routes, a speed wall, yoga, and a genuinely welcoming crew. Ideal for a midweek reset or a weekend push, the vibe stays playful while the challenges keep you moving.

These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.

🫶 We got your back

Your data is for sale right now: There are over 400 websites selling your info to marketers, political campaigns, and scammers. They’ve got your phone number, home address, relatives’ names… you name it. That’s how robocallers seem to know everything about you before you pick up. You can remove your info one site at a time, or pay a service to do it for you. Here’s what we recommend →

Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →

What doctors wish every 65+ adult had at home: Physicians call it “long-lie,” and it’s the real reason falls are so dangerous for older adults. It’s not a broken bone… it’s lying on the floor for hours waiting for someone to notice. We dug into the options that actually solve this problem, and one stood out. See which one →

Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Check out my favorite online options →

📆 Fun for the whole fam

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

🤝 Zippy Meet and Greet @ Mooresville Skatepark | Friday (3/13) at 10:45 AM – Swing by the skate park to meet Zippy the Snail, Mooresville’s beloved stormwater mascot, popping in during skateboarding camp. The kids get stoked, you get a breezy afternoon of people-watching, and Zippy proves slow and steady still steals the show.

🦖 Dino-Light @ Cain Center for the Arts (Cornelius) | Friday (3/13) at 7:30 PM – Whether you grew up on Henson or just need to wow the grandkids, Dino-Light is a glow-in-the-dark spectacle of puppetry, technology, and dance, a Jim Henson Foundation award-winner. A luminous dino wanders, finds love, and you get easy hero points.

✂ Spring Craft Expo @ South Iredell High School (Statesville) | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Nothing says spring like wandering South Iredell’s shiny new gym in Statesville, coffee in hand, sniffing out local crafts, art, and dangerously good baked goods. Come browse, catch up with neighbors, and maybe spring-clean your walls. Makers, snag a 10×10 spot for $60, Wi-Fi included.

🚚 Touch a Truck @ Cornelius Road Park (Mooresville) | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Let the kids climb, honk, and explore the sanitation, water/sewer, and stormwater trucks and gear that actually keep Mooresville running. It is a hands-on peek behind the scenes, with friendly crews, big machines, and the rare chance to worship a garbage truck in daylight.

🥧 Pi Day Party @ Mathnasium of Huntersville | Saturday (3/14) at 10:30 AM – Pi Day calls for carbs and a little nerd joy, so Mathnasium’s throwing a party with fresh Papa Johns pizza, games, activities, and contests. Bring the kids, or don’t, just do the math on your slice count, then stick around for raffle prizes.

🚴 Pedal for Piper Bike-a-thon @ Rosedale Nature Park (Huntersville) | Saturday (3/14) at 3:00 PM – Family bike-a-thon at Rosedale Nature Park on Torrence Creek Greenway, with 100% of proceeds supporting pediatric palliative and hospice care. Ride five miles, then justify carbs at the food truck, browse vendors, and let the kids play; finishers enter a bike raffle.

🦋 Encanto Brunch @ Urban District Market (Charlotte) | Sunday (3/15) at 10:00 AM – Channel your inner Madrigal and dress up for an Encanto-themed brunch at Urban District Market. It’s the moment you can wear a flower crown, grab a plate, and discuss Bruno loudly without judgment, all while someone else handles the cooking, cleanup, and weekend chaos.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Lake Norman report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 85°F – Low: 54°F – Precip: 6%

Partly sunny, with a high near 85. Southwest wind 3 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. Later: A slight chance of rain showers between midnight and 2am, then rain likely. Mostly cloudy. Low around 54, with temperatures rising to around 63 overnight. Southwest wind around 13 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

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Tomorrow – High: 61°F – Low: 34°F – Precip: 77%

Rain before 4pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 61. Northwest wind around 12 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 34. Northeast wind 1 to 8 mph.

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