Rock Hill Community Events & News

"Multiracial teenagers' brotherhood ceremony"

Charity

Brotherhood uplifting young men of color

Brotherhood uplifting young men of color Charlotte, N.C. – A North Carolina foundation is inspiring young men of color as they overcome challenges prevalent in our society today. The Thornhill Rites of Passage Foundation was founded in 2016 by Wayne L. Thornhill and Michelle Thornhill. The couple’s sons motivated them to launch the foundation as a way to keep them safer during any interactions with law enforcement agencies. Over time,

June 17, 2024 No Comments

"Teachers entering affordable housing village"

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Charlotte City Allocates $1 Million for Affordable Housing for Teachers

Charlotte City Allocates $1 Million for Affordable Housing for Teachers The City of Charlotte is earmarking $1 million to support a Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools initiative to provide affordable housing for teachers. The project, known as Teacher Village, aims to attract and retain teachers in the district by offering affordable housing options. Support for Teachers Board of Education Member for District 1, Melissa Easley, stated that the goal of Teacher Village is

June 13, 2024 No Comments

Community

2024 Juneteenth Celebrations in Charlotte

2024 Juneteenth Celebrations in Charlotte Juneteenth Celebrations Across the City Charlotte, North Carolina is gearing up for a week of festivities to celebrate Juneteenth, a holiday that marks the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. As the city prepares to commemorate this historic event, various events and activities are set to take place to honor the significance of Juneteenth. Here are some of the key events happening in

June 13, 2024 No Comments

Charity

Chef Ricky Moore Shines at Gantt Center Culinary Event

Chef Ricky Moore Shines at Gantt Center Culinary Event Charlotte, June 10, 2024 At its best, dining should be one of life’s richest experiences – a chance to explore dazzling flavors and diverse food textures, all while basking in the warmth and laughter of good family and friends. For several dozen people on Saturday, the Harvey B. Gantt Center offered just such an experience — al fresco style. Out on

June 11, 2024 No Comments

Community

Wonderful Start to Workweek in Charlotte

Wonderful Start to Workweek in Charlotte The humidity – and the heat – return by the end of the week The heat has turned up a notch on this Sunday afternoon, but the Queen City yet again failed to reach 90°. Of course, there will be plenty more opportunities to do so over the months ahead, but another cooldown arrives behind Sunday’s cold front to kick off the workweek. Scattered

June 11, 2024 No Comments

Charity

New App Launches In Charlotte To Fight Food Waste & Help Local Businesses

New App Launches In Charlotte To Fight Food Waste & Help Local Businesses Introduction: CHARLOTTE, NC — Just off I-85 sits a vegan café in west Charlotte. “This side of town was a food desert. So we picked this side to come over here and introduce the community to healthy eating,” explained co-owner Dumar Hemingway. Love In Action Cafe has been in business less than a year and a half.

June 10, 2024 No Comments

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Popular Entertainment Website Unavailable in Charlotte

Charlotte Unavailability of a Popular Entertainment Website in the Region In a surprising turn of events, residents of Charlotte have been left disappointed and frustrated as they have been unable to access a popular entertainment website that offers a wide range of content related to holiday events, arts, theater, community news, and more. The website, known for providing up-to-date information on local events, contests, and entertainment news, has been displaying

June 9, 2024 No Comments

Pride Festival, Grammy-winning Singer, Rainbow Flag

Community

Charlotte Pride Festival 2024 to Feature Paula Cole as Headliner

Charlotte Pride Festival 2024 to Feature Paula Cole as Headliner Kicking off Pride Month in style, Charlotte Pride has announced Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter Paula Cole as the headliner for its upcoming 2024 Charlotte Pride Festival Weekend. The event is scheduled for August 17-18 in Uptown Charlotte, North Carolina. Paula Cole: A Trailblazing Musician Paula Cole first gained attention as a vocalist on Peter Gabriel’s 1993-94 Secret World Tour. She won

June 8, 2024 No Comments

Art

Things to do and what’s happening this June in Charlotte

Things to do and what’s happening this June in Charlotte Concerts and Comedy Shows in Charlotte this June There are many opportunities to groove, laugh, and have fun this June in Charlotte. From major Hip Hop artists like 21 Savage and T-Pain to R&B vocalists like Lalah Hathaway, there are many exciting events happening throughout the month. Whether you’re in the mood for a night of stand-up comedy or a

June 8, 2024 No Comments

Cinema

What The Tech: Streaming Freebies

What The Tech: Streaming Freebies June 6, 2024 By Midrina Tucker CHARLOTTE, N.C.– Streaming services are raising prices left and right, but did you know that you might be able to get some of them for free? That’s right – free! They might be free offers from your cellphone provider that are available to you, but only if you know about them. So before you shell out any more money

June 8, 2024 No Comments

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Wonderful Start to Workweek in Charlotte