$28 million water line, stretching 19.6 miles, which will provide Cabarrus County access to water, thanks to a partnership between the cities of Concord, Kannapolis and Albemarle.

Real estate brokers are showing more interest in Cabarrus County, reaching out to the Cabarrus Economic Development about large parcels of land that could be developed for industrial use.

Officials say that no industry in this area is creating jobs in larger numbers and growing faster than manufacturing.

Three companies looking at Cabarrus County as a place to develop their businesses could end up investing more than $60 million in the community and bring nearly 200 jobs here, according to the Cabarrus Economic Development.

The total area of Cabarrus County is more than 360 square miles. Though growth sometimes seems most visible in the western side of Cabarrus, it’s happening everywhere.

Ron Hinson tried his hand at professional baseball and golf before turning his attention to coffee and tea – a move that would propel him to the top of an industry-leading company.

Concord officials want to build a terminal and parking deck specifically for commercial flights as more low-cost carriers show an interest in adding service at the regional airport.

The Silverman Group plans to construct a 108,000 square foot speculative building in Concord with a projected investment of approximately $7 million.