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Black Maternal Health Conference
Charity

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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Police tape around crime scene
Breaking News

Homicide Investigation Underway After Man Found Dead in North Charlotte

Charlotte, N.C. – Homicide Investigation Underway After Man Found Dead in North Charlotte Police Respond to Fatal Shooting A homicide investigation has been initiated following the discovery of a deceased 37-year-old man in north Charlotte early Thursday morning. Law enforcement officials received a call and promptly dispatched officers to a residence in the 1400 block of Fontana Avenue around 1 a.m. Upon arrival, authorities found the victim with a gunshot

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Charlotte award ceremony celebration
Charity

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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Holiday Entertainment Event Charlotte
Breaking News

Charlotte News: Holiday Entertainment Event in the City

Charlotte News: Holiday Entertainment Event in the City Charlotte residents are gearing up for an exciting holiday entertainment event happening in the city next week. The event promises to bring joy and festive cheer to the community, making it a must-see attraction for families and friends looking to embrace the holiday spirit. Event Details The holiday entertainment event will take place at the Charlotte Community Center on Saturday, December 18th,

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Book Crawl at Indie Bookstore
Events/What's Happening

Gastonia, Gaston County stores part of Greater Charlotte Book Crawl

Gastonia, Gaston County stores part of Greater Charlotte Book Crawl Two Gaston County indie bookstores are participating in the Greater Charlotte Book Crawl By HERE News Two Gaston County indie bookstores are participating in the Greater Charlotte Book Crawl, an annual event in which participants can win prizes for visiting 19 independent bookstores in the greater Charlotte area. The book crawl began April 1 and will continue until April 30.

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Boat safety equipment checklist.
Business News

New Regulations for Boat Rentals on Lake Norman

New Regulations for Boat Rentals on Lake Norman April 10, 2024 Charlotte, N.C. – The birds are chirping, the trees are blooming, and soon the boats will be humming on Lake Norman. Some things never change in the Carolinas, but this year, the rules and regulations regarding boat rentals will. “It’s something that we hope makes for a safer summer,” Jarid Church, a sergeant with the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office,

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Radio station mourning loss
Breaking News

Daughter Of Local Radio Host Dies From Blood Clot

Daughter Of Local Radio Host Dies From Blood Clot Charlotte, N.C. – The daughter of local radio host Bo Thompson has tragically passed away at the age of 20. Janey Thompson, a sophomore majoring in biophysics at Wake Forest University, succumbed to complications from a blood clot on Tuesday evening. Bo Thompson co-hosts Good Morning BT with Beth Troutman on WBT Radio, and the station released a statement expressing their

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Protesters debating abortion rights
Breaking News

One day after Arizona abortion ban, Charlotte-area Democrats press Republicans on abortion rights

One day after Arizona abortion ban, Charlotte-area Democrats press Republicans on abortion rights Charlotte, NC – April 10, 2024 Democratic officials held a news conference Wednesday in Charlotte to talk about abortion rights — an issue they believe will be critical in November. President Joe Biden’s campaign organized the event a day after the Arizona Supreme Court allowed a long-dormant, pre-Civil War law that bans almost all abortions to go

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Charlotte skyline at night.
Business News

Charlotte Entertainment Website Unavailable to International Visitors

Charlotte Entertainment Website Unavailable to International Visitors Charlotte, North Carolina – Visitors from outside the United States are currently unable to access the popular entertainment website, WSOC TV Living. The website, known for its coverage of holiday events, neighborhood happenings, community news, and television and arts reviews, has restricted access to international users with an error message indicating that the site is unavailable in their location. Error Message International visitors

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Workforce training program concept
Business News

Charlotte City Council Approves $3.6 Million In Grant Funds To Boost Workforce Development

Charlotte City Council Approves $3.6 Million In Grant Funds To Boost Workforce Development In a unanimous vote, city council approved $3.6 million in grant funds aimed at supporting workforce development initiatives. This decision marks a sizable investment in the city’s future and underscores a commitment to empowering its residents and businesses. Mayor’s Announcement “We are thrilled to announce the approval of these substantial grant funds for workforce development,” said Mayor

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