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Day: May 22, 2024

Bookmobile serving community members
Charity

Charlotte: Mobile Book Collective Offers Free Books to Promote Literacy Accessibility

Charlotte: Mobile Book Collective Offers Free Books to Promote Literacy Accessibility Free mobile collective gives away books to people in the community A nonprofit organization gifted 12,000 books in its first year. Books on the House: Bringing Literature to the Community Books on the House is a free mobile book collective founded by Kat Varner and Jesse Brown in the Charlotte area. The nonprofit aims to promote literacy accessibility by

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Festive crowd in Charlotte cityscape
Breaking News

City of Charlotte Experiences Record Holiday Entertainment Turnout

City of Charlotte Experiences Record Holiday Entertainment Turnout The city of Charlotte, North Carolina, was buzzing with excitement as residents and visitors alike flocked to various holiday entertainment events and attractions. From festive light displays to live performances, there was no shortage of activities to celebrate the holiday season. Record Attendance at Neighborhood & Community Events Neighborhoods across Charlotte saw a record turnout for their holiday celebrations. Residents came together

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Flight Attendant in Courtroom
Breaking News

Charlotte Flight Attendant Pleads Not Guilty to Attempting to Record Teen Girl in Airplane Bathroom

Charlotte Flight Attendant Pleads Not Guilty to Attempting to Record Teen Girl in Airplane Bathroom Boston: American Airlines Flight Attendant Denies Accusations An American Airlines flight attendant, Estes Carter Thompson III, pleaded not guilty in federal court in Boston on Monday to charges of attempting to secretly record video of a 14-year-old girl using an airplane bathroom last September. Thompson, 36, from Charlotte, North Carolina, was indicted last month on

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Highway crash aftermath cleanup
Breaking News

Portion of I-77 in south Charlotte closes due to crash

Portion of I-77 in south Charlotte closes due to crash CHARLOTTE, N.C. (HERE NEWS) – A portion of Interstate 77 in south Charlotte was closed Monday afternoon due to a crash. The wreck happened around 2 p.m. along the highway at Mile Marker 3, near Arrowood Road. Officials said the three lanes on the left were closed after Exit 3, Nations Ford Road. Medic responded to the scene and reported

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"Latino students in classroom"
Events/What's Happening

Life Lessons: Ana Silva Rey

Life Lessons: Ana Silva Rey Charlotte, May 20, 2024 – Ana Silva Rey, the CEO of Charlotte Bilingual Preschool, has a deep understanding of the value and price of education. Her journey from Mexico to North Carolina, and her dedication to helping Latino students navigate the education system, highlight the importance of access to information and funds for higher education. An Inspiring Journey In 1998, Ana Silva Rey moved to

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Family enjoying county fair rides
Community

Charlotte: Inaugural Mecklenburg County Fair Opens Friday May 24th

Charlotte: Inaugural Mecklenburg County Fair Opens Friday May 24th The Inaugural Big Mecklenburg County Fair will open on the grounds of The Park Expo & Conference Center (800 Briar Creek Road; next to Bojangles Coliseum) Friday, May 24 through Sunday, June 2. Amusement rides, prize-filled games, live entertainment, and traditional carnival foods are planned for the 10-day event. Family-Friendly Fun The carnival midway at the Fair will be provided by

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