News Around Town: Mystery seeds from China are making their way to mail boxes across the US, including right here in Matthews. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investigating this and asks that you DO NOT plant the seeds. Also, contact either the State Plant Regulatory Official or the State Plant Health Director. Here in Matthews, also share the info with local police on their non emergency phone line.

One Good Thing: Missing the bounties of summer but can’t make it to the Farmers’ Market? Stop by Renfrow’s this week. They’ll have tomatoes, cucumbers, eggplant, potatoes, beets, carrots, okra, garlic, and flower bouquets. Plus, Renfrow’s has a well-planned social distancing process for in-store shopping.