"Local legend" refers to a person or story that is well-known and respected in a particular community or area. It often involves someone who has achieved something remarkable or has a significant impact on the local community. Full definition
Our next stop was the bookstore, which had a wonderful selection of books on local legends. (bookpage.com)
Local legend attributes the name of the volcano to the tale of an Indian princess who fell in love with a man from a tribe different to that of her own. (villascostarica.com)
Heaven recounts the exploits of local legends such as Fly Williams, who went on to star at Austin Peay; Albert King, now a forward for the Philadelphia 76ers; and Lloyd Hill, «the master leaper and stuffer of Foster Park.» (si.com)