News Around Town: The Economic Development Advisory Committee (EDAC) received CARES Act funding to distribute to Matthews businesses. EDAC is formulating a micro-grant relief program for Matthews small businesses and nonprofits with reimbursements up to $10,000.

News Around Town: As Hurricane Laura (Is it LAW-rah or LOOR-ruh?) heads toward Texas and Louisiana in the wake of Hurricane Marco, the oil industry is preparing for storm surges by shutting down refineries and evacuating rigs. Summer travel could place a demand on gasoline. If you’re low on gas, it might be a good time to fill up simply out of caution.

One Good Thing: Creatives and nonprofits take note: ASC is hosting a Summer Funding Opportunities Info Session on Monday, August 31 from 5:30-7:30 pm via Zoom. Learn more about  Cultural Vision Grants for science, history, and heritage programming, as well as  Artist Support Grants, which support artists living in Mecklenburg, Cabarrus, Cleveland, Gaston, Lincoln, and Rowan Counties. RSVP to receive the link.