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"Community building playground together"
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Charlotte Playground Build Unites Community

Charlotte Playground Build Unites Community By HERE News CHARLOTTE, N.C. – The 19th Annual Charlotte Playground Build kicked off at Westerly Hills Academy in west Charlotte, showcasing the power of community collaboration and youth empowerment. Approximately 250 volunteers from 17 different companies joined forces to make the event a success, providing both funding and manpower to install a brand new playground for the students. Students Take the Lead One of

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Black Maternal Health Conference
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Charlotte Conference Aims to Improve Black Maternal Health

Charlotte Conference Aims to Improve Black Maternal Health A conference held in Charlotte on Thursday marked the beginning of National Black Maternal Health Week, focusing on the challenges faced by Black women during pregnancy and ways to enhance their outcomes. The event, which took place at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church on Beatties Ford Road, drew a large crowd eager to address disparities in maternal health. Addressing Root Causes Beyond Medical

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Charlotte award ceremony celebration
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City of Charlotte Celebrates the 24th Mayor’s International Community Awards

City of Charlotte Celebrates the 24th Mayor’s International Community Awards Charlotte, North Carolina – April 15, 2024 The City of Charlotte recently celebrated the 24th edition of the Mayor’s International Community Awards (MICA), an event that recognizes the outstanding contributions of foreign-owned firms and individuals to the Charlotte region. Hosted by the Charlotte International Cabinet and the Office of the Mayor, MICA has been an important annual tradition since 1998.

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Volunteers cleaning Queen City
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The Queen City Gears Up for Clean the Queen Event

The Queen City Gears Up for Clean the Queen Event Charlotte, NC – Earth Day is right around the corner, and the Queen City is getting ready for the third annual Clean the Queen event. From April 15-20, Envision Charlotte, Keep Charlotte Beautiful, and City of Charlotte Solid Waste Services will host a week-long series of volunteer events during Earth Week. This is a fantastic opportunity for residents to come

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Teens browsing prom attire
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Local Teens Invited To Shop Lydia’s Prom Closet For Free Formalwear

Local Teens Invited To Shop Lydia’s Prom Closet For Free Formalwear Charlotte, N.C.– Lydia’s Loft Prom Closet has donated and supplied thousands of gently used and new prom dresses and tuxedos to local students. Teenagers attending prom are invited to shop the prom closet in the old education building of The First Baptist Church of Huntersville every Saturday through the end of May. Rising’s Lauren McDonald met up with one

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Black artists at fashion festival
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Charlotte SHOUT! 2024 Showcases Black Artists in the Queen City

Charlotte SHOUT! 2024 Showcases Black Artists in the Queen City A vibrant celebration of art, food, fashion, and culture is underway in Charlotte as the city plays host to the third annual Charlotte SHOUT! festival. From March 29 to April 14, the Queen City will be a hub of creativity and innovation, with a focus on highlighting the diverse talents of the local art community. SHOUT! Chic’s Fashion Row One

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Blocked website on computer screen
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Charlotte Residents Unable to Access Website Due to Geographical Restrictions

Charlotte Residents Unable to Access Website Due to Geographical Restrictions Residents in Charlotte, North Carolina are experiencing frustration as they are unable to access a popular website due to geographical restrictions. The website, known for its diverse content ranging from entertainment news to local events, is currently unavailable to Charlotte residents trying to access it. Geographical Restrictions Impose Access Denial The website, which typically caters to a wide audience, has

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Mobile prison bus education
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Mobile museum helping to combat youth violence in Charlotte

Mobile museum helping to combat youth violence in Charlotte Former correctional officer using mobile museum to help combat youth violence CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A former correctional officer is using a school bus to help combat the rise in youth crime across the Mecklenburg County area. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention categorizes youth violence as a serious public health problem across our nation. A recent report from the Charlotte-Mecklenburg

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Youth cooking at event
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Cooking Up Careers: ATV Culinary Day in Charlotte

Cooking Up Careers: ATV Culinary Day City of Charlotte Encourages Youth Exploration of Career Paths Young students in Charlotte had the opportunity to explore different career paths at the recent Alternatives to Violence (ATV) Culinary Day event organized by the City of Charlotte’s Housing and Neighborhood Services department. The event aimed to inspire young people aged between 13 and 15 to consider careers in the culinary arts and provided hands-on

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Seminarians helping homeless people
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Seminarians Hit the Streets of Charlotte to Help the Homeless with New Ministry

Seminarians Hit the Streets of Charlotte to Help the Homeless with New Ministry Diocese of Charlotte Seminarians Start Homeless Support Mission Project Charlotte, NC — Two Diocese of Charlotte seminarians, Jordan Haag and Matthew Hennessy, have launched a new ministry to assist men and women experiencing homelessness in Uptown Charlotte. The initiative began just before Ash Wednesday and sees the seminarians, along with volunteers, walking the area around St. Peter

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