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Charlotte Fashion Week Set to Dazzle with Creativity and Style from September 17th to 21st

Charlotte Gears Up for an Exquisite Fashion Week! Charlotte, N.C. – It’s that time of year again! The Charlotte Fashion Week is just around the corner, kicking off on September 17th and running straight through to September 21st. This vibrant and exciting event has been captivating the fashion world since it started back in 2010 and has become one of the premier fashion weeks in North America. A Celebration of

September 16, 2024 No Comments

Charity

Charlotte High School Students Launch Nonprofit to Boost Robotics Education for Younger Kids

Charlotte’s Young Innovators Take on Robotics Education In the vibrant city of Charlotte, N.C., there’s a buzz in the air that’s all about robotics and innovation! Two high school juniors, Spencer Hirsch and Aarnav Sathish, are stepping up to fill a significant gap in their community by bringing robotics education to younger students. Their mission? To ensure that kids who normally wouldn’t have access to these learning opportunities get a

September 15, 2024 No Comments

Art

Charlotte Unveils Its First Graffiti Park to Foster Creativity and Community

Charlotte Welcomes Its Very First Graffiti Park! Charlotte, N.C. — Exciting news for art lovers and creative souls! The city is set to unveil the TAOH Outdoor Gallery, Charlotte’s first graffiti park, this Saturday. This innovative space is all about giving people a canvas to express themselves without the fear of consequences associated with street art. A Vision to Fill a Void Co-founder Osiris Rain is thrilled to see this

September 14, 2024 No Comments

Community

Construction and Relocation of Historic Leeper-Wyatt Building in Charlotte’s South End Set to Begin

Construction and Relocation in Charlotte’s South End: What You Need to Know Closure Announcement If you’re planning to be around the South End of Charlotte on Tuesday, brace yourselves—there’s going to be some temporary road closures! Starting at 9 a.m., the intersection of Cleveland Avenue and Worthington Avenue will be closed as crews from Duke Energy work to set a new utility pole. This is right off of South Boulevard,

September 10, 2024 No Comments

Community

East Charlotte Poised for Transformation with $11.3 Million Funding Approval for Eastland Yards Redevelopment Project

Exciting Developments Ahead for East Charlotte CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Big things are happening in East Charlotte! On Monday, city leaders will gather to make an important decision—whether to approve an additional $11.3 million for the ambitious Eastland Yards redevelopment project. This follows a previous green light from the Charlotte City Council who allocated $30 million to this project back in October 2023, making it a real focal point for the

September 9, 2024 No Comments

Art

Charlotte’s Jazz Scene Thrives as JazzArts Cultivates Musical Community

Charlotte Jazz Scene Gains Momentum with JazzArts In the heart of Charlotte, something magical unfolds each month at the Stage Door Theater. Inside the Jazz Room, jazz lovers gather to enjoy soulful melodies by talented musicians. This month, the spotlight shone on the Emmet Cohen Trio, gearing up for another unforgettable evening. The Warm-Up Two hours before showtime, the air buzzes with anticipation as the band conducts a casual soundcheck.

September 9, 2024 No Comments

Community

Charlotte’s Secret Comedy Scene Brings Mystery and Laughter to the City

Charlotte’s Secret Comedy Scene: A New Way to Laugh Have you ever found yourself in a room filled with laughter, the air buzzing with excitement—yet you have no clue what’s in store for you? Welcome to the world of Don’t Tell Comedy, a unique spin on traditional comedy shows that’s taking Charlotte by storm. These pop-up comedy events are all about keeping venues and lineups a surprise, leaving audiences curious

September 9, 2024 No Comments

Community

First Days of School for Districts Around Charlotte and the Carolinas

First Days of School for Districts Around Charlotte and the Carolinas Charlotte, N.C. – The excitement is building as students across the Carolinas get ready to head back to school. The school year is officially kicking off soon, with various districts setting their unique start dates. Here’s a comprehensive guide on when students will return to classrooms this year. Back to School Timeline For many districts in South Carolina, students

July 30, 2024 No Comments

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Iron Station Neighborhood Jubilants Over The Construction Of a Permanent Path

Iron Station Neighborhood Jubilants Over The Construction Of a Permanent Path Residents of the Iron Station neighborhood in North Carolina heaved sighs of relief as the long-awaited construction of a permanent bridge opened. The bridge offers them a stress-free route home, which they believe, is resilient against harsh weather conditions. About 30 families originating from Amity Lane, previously encountered severe obstacles while commuting due to the unstable nature of the

July 2, 2024 No Comments

Charity

AMP Up Charlotte Program Accepts Applications for Minority-Owned Business Growth Cohort

AMP Up Charlotte Program Accepts Applications for Minority-Owned Business Growth Cohort City of Charlotte encourages minority-owned businesses to apply for the ninth cohort of the AMP Up Charlotte Program In a major push to support minority-owned businesses, the City of Charlotte is now accepting applications for the ninth AMP Up Charlotte cohort. The educational program, put together by Interise, is exclusively geared towards the growth and development of small businesses

June 29, 2024 No Comments

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