Weather & Safety: A more active pattern is building across North Carolina Sunday, with scattered afternoon/evening thunderstorms and a Level 2 severe risk in parts of the Carolinas, bringing heavy rain, gusty winds, and localized flash-flood concerns for areas including Wilmington and Fayetteville. Storm Aftermath: Cleveland County residents cleaned up after an EF-1 tornado Friday, with damage focused on downed trees and minor home impacts and no injuries reported. Public Health: North Carolina is reporting more cases of cyclosporiasis (explosive diarrhea) tied to a parasite spread through contaminated food or water; officials say Hawaii has no cases so far. Local Government: Union County lawmakers say the new state budget includes targeted funding for education, parks, community services, and public safety, including support for programs and a regional autopsy center. State Policy Watch: Alamance County commissioners are pushing for discussion—and possibly a moratorium—on data centers over concerns about water use, power demand, and noise. Sports & Draft: The MLB draft is underway with UNC baseball players selected on Day 1, while the Charlotte Hornets’ GM defended a LaMelo Ball trade as a long-term move. Culture & Community: A Wilmington memorial and church history are spotlighting the 1898 white supremacist coup, while a Concord neighborhood bond grew from one child’s wave.