News About Town: At Monday’s Board of Commissioner’s meeting, NCDOT presented an update on the South Trade Street Bridge project. The presentation can be viewed here (begins around 2:10). Originally let on December 6, 2017, the project was expected to be complete in September of 2018. If the weather cooperates, the road may be operating in its new pattern in approximately two and a half months. Other tasks must then be completed, such as work on the sewer line. The project should be complete by spring of 2021.

News Around Town: Yesterday Governor Cooper outlined options for North Carolina schools this coming school year. Today the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School Board will review the Governor's Executive Order regarding Guidance for School Reopening. Follow along on Facebook to hear decision-making discussions around remote learning and the CMS Reopening of Schools Plan.

One Good Thing: If you missed the virtual dedication of Greater Matthews Habitat for Humanity’s 113th home, you can see both the dedication and a tour of the home online. Habitat will begin construction on its next home toward the end of the summer.