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Charlotte News: North Carolina Budget Talks Stalled Over $1B Surplus Allocation

Charlotte North Carolina Budget Talks Stalled Over $1B Surplus Allocation North Carolina is facing a budgetary stalemate as legislators struggle to reach a consensus on how to allocate a $1 billion surplus. The surplus, a result of increased tax revenues and federal funding, has sparked debates among lawmakers on key spending priorities. Proposed Bank of America Stadium Funding Under Scrutiny The Charlotte City Council is set to hold a public

June 18, 2024 No Comments

Concerts

For Bach lovers, a suite week ahead in Charlotte

For Bach lovers, a suite week ahead in Charlotte Charlotte is buzzing with excitement as the fifth in-person Charlotte Bach Festival kicks off, offering a 9-day celebration of the legendary composer Johann Sebastian Bach and his contemporaries. Hosted by the nonprofit organization Bach Akademie Charlotte, the festival features a variety of events including performances, lectures, and masterclasses at venues across the city. Bringing Bach to Charlotte The brainchild of Charlotte

June 17, 2024 No Comments

"Multiracial teenagers' brotherhood ceremony"

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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

Concerts

Charlotte and Raleigh to Host Rising Alternative R&B Artist Omar Apollo on September Tour

Charlotte and Raleigh to Host Rising Alternative R&B Artist Omar Apollo on September Tour By HERE News Coming off the announcement of his second studio album, God Said No, set to be released on June 28, soulful alternative R&B singer-songwriter and musician Omar Apollo has announced an international tour that will make stops in Charlotte and Raleigh. New Album and Tour After the success of his debut studio album, Ivory,

June 15, 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

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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

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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

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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

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Wonderful Start to Workweek in Charlotte