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9 Places to Donate Kid’s Items in Charlotte

9 Places to Donate Kid’s Items in Charlotte Where your gently used items can do good February 20, 2024 Amanda Howard Assistance League of Charlotte What they take: Toys, clothes, accessories, shoes, books, baby items. What they cannot take: Furniture, appliances, rugs, TVs, car seats. How it helps: The all-volunteer organization operates a thrift store where the proceeds fund their philanthropic programs that feed, clothe, mentor and educate children and

February 21, 2024 No Comments

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Charlotte’s Nova Literary-Arts Magazine Shines Bright in the City’s Art Scene

Charlotte’s Nova Literary-Arts Magazine Shines Bright in the City’s Art Scene Redefining Art and Literature in the Queen City Charlotte, North Carolina, is known for its vibrant arts and culture scene, and one shining star that continues to illuminate the city’s creative landscape is Nova Literary-Arts Magazine. Celebrating its 54th year, Nova is a curation of poems, short stories, and artwork that has garnered national recognition and become a proud

February 21, 2024 No Comments

"Diverse group discussing scorecard results"

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LGBTQ+ Democrats Announce Results of Mecklenburg County Commission Scorecard

Charlotte, NC – The Mecklenburg County chapter of LGBTQ+ NC Democrats recently disclosed the outcomes of its county commission scorecard, evaluating candidates based on their responses to a questionnaire concerning issues affecting the local queer community. Six candidates – Arthur Griffin, Jr., Leigh Altman, Yvette Townsend-Ingram, Mark Jerrell, Laura Meier, and Susan Rodriguez-McDowell – garnered excellent scores for their responses, demonstrating their dedication to LGBTQ+ inclusivity and support. Promoting Inclusive

February 20, 2024 No Comments

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Man walking across America to highlight walkability issues

Man walking across America to highlight walkability issues CHARLOTTE, N.C. – A 26-year-old man is on an epic journey across the country. Holden Ringer is walking from Washington State to Washington D.C. Ringer is raising money for America Walks, an organization dedicated to increasing walkability across the U.S. So far, Ringer walked about 3,700 miles through 13 states since March 2023 Holden Ringer is walking coast to coast in hopes

February 19, 2024 No Comments

Art

UNC Charlotte’s Black Student Union Hosts Kick-off Party to Start the Black History Month Celebrations

UNC Charlotte’s Black Student Union Hosts Kick-off Party to Start the Black History Month Celebrations Charlotte, NC – February 19, 2024 The Black Student Union (BSU) at UNC Charlotte recently hosted a lively Kick-off party on February 1st at the Popp Martin Student Union to mark the beginning of Black History Month celebrations. The event was a collaborative effort with 15 other organizations, including Cheer Nation, Souls Speak, and The

February 19, 2024 No Comments

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Super Abari Game Bar hosts charity raffle, pinball tournament for Mental Health America in Charlotte

Charlotte Super Abari Game Bar hosts charity raffle, pinball tournament for Mental Health America By HERE News CHARLOTTE — Super Abari Game Bar in NoDa hosted the first annual charity raffle and pinball tournament to raise money for Mental Health America of Central Carolinas. The event was held in remembrance of Kevin Shanus, who passed away in 2023. Shanus was the North Carolina State pinball representative for the International Flipper

February 19, 2024 No Comments

Concerts

Scarface Set to Bring ‘Brad Jordan: Behind The Desk Experience’ Concert to Charlotte and Raleigh

Scarface to Bring ‘Brad Jordan: Behind The Desk Experience’ to Charlotte and Raleigh A Night of Fresh Rhymes and Classic Hits Music enthusiasts of Charlotte and Raleigh, brace yourselves. Houston rap legend Brad Jordan, idolized globally by his stage name ‘Scarface’, is geared to bring his ‘Brad Jordan: Behind The Desk Experience’ to your city. The tour, presented by The Black Promoters Collective, came into being post his viral Tiny

February 17, 2024 No Comments

Charlotte city weekend activities collage

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Charlotte Presents The Ultimate Guide to An Exciting Weekend Full of Fun, Art, Education, and Adventure, February 16-18

Smarty Scoop: The Ultimate Guide to Weekend Activities, February 16-18 The bustling city of Charlotte will not disappoint families and individuals alike with an array of enticing events and activities lined up for the weekend of February 16-18. A blend of education, entertainment, art, food, and adventure awaits all, promising a varied and enjoyable weekend. Cars and Coffee at Charlotte Motor Speedway Charlotte Motor Speedway will host its trademark FREE

February 17, 2024 No Comments

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Charlotte Opens Nominations for 44th Annual Police-Community Relations Awards to Honor Outstanding Officers

Nominations Open for Annual Police-Community Relations Awards in the City of Charlotte Charlotte, North Carolina —The city of Charlotte is now accepting nominations for the 44th Annual Police-Community Relations Awards. This highly anticipated annual event recognizes officers from the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department who have fostered positive, problem-solving relationships with individual residents and community groups. Reinforcing Positive Police-Community Dialogues The Police-Community Relations Awards have been designed to celebrate the efforts made

February 16, 2024 No Comments

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Charlotte Offers Budget-Friendly Valentine’s Day Activities for Singles

Four Affordable Valentine’s Day Options for Singles in Charlotte A look at the affordable ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day for all the singles in Charlotte, NC Valentine’s Day can often be seen as a day of love and romance exclusively for couples. For single individuals, and particularly for budget-conscious ones, Valentine’s Day can sometimes present itself as procrastination day full of rosy cliches. However, this year, the city of Charlotte

February 15, 2024 No Comments

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