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Charlotte’s Thurgood Marshall College Fund Impacts HBCU Students

Charlotte’s Thurgood Marshall College Fund Impacts HBCU Students By HERE News A lack of funds is one of the main reasons many African American students drop out of college. According to the United Negro College Fund, 65% of Black college students are balancing school with full-time work and family responsibilities, with more than 80% relying on financial aid. One longstanding scholarship fund for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) students

June 15, 2024 No Comments

Breaking News

Charlotte Update: Mecklenburg County Air Pollution Control Ordinance Revision

Charlotte Update: Mecklenburg County Air Pollution Control Ordinance Revision Overview of MCAPCO Revision In a recent development, the Mecklenburg County Board of County Commissioners approved a revision to the Mecklenburg County Air Pollution Control Ordinance (MCAPCO) on June 4, 2024. This update pertains to the regulation MCAPCO 1.5231, which has been amended to incorporate the Consumer Price Index fee adjustment methodology as outlined in the federal Clean Air Act. Impetus

June 15, 2024 No Comments

"Vice President discussing medical debt"

Breaking News

In Charlotte, Vice President Kamala Harris speaks about medical debt

In Charlotte, Vice President Kamala Harris speaks about medical debt By Kenneth Lee Jr. | HERE News As election season ramps up, Vice President Kamala Harris made another stop in North Carolina on Wednesday. She spoke at Johnson C. Smith University, an HBCU, as part of a nationwide tour highlighting economic opportunity. Addressing Medical Debt During a moderated panel with commentator and former South Carolina state Rep. Bakari Sellers and

June 14, 2024 No Comments

Breaking News

Medic: 1 Hurt After Car Flips Near Busy South Charlotte Shopping Center

Charlotte, North Carolina Medic: 1 Hurt After Car Flips Near Busy South Charlotte Shopping Center A person was seriously injured in a car accident early Wednesday morning near a bustling shopping center in south Charlotte. The incident took place around 1 a.m. on Golf Links Drive, close to the Waverly shopping center. Details of the Crash According to reports, a white BMW was the only vehicle involved in the crash.

June 13, 2024 No Comments

Breaking News

Exclusive Sneak Peek at the Holiday Entertainment Lineup in Charlotte

Charlotte Exclusive Sneak Peek at the Holiday Entertainment Lineup in Charlotte! As the holiday season approaches, Charlotte residents are gearing up for a festive time filled with exciting entertainment options. From dazzling light displays to live performances, the Queen City is set to sparkle with holiday cheer. Here’s an exclusive sneak peek at the holiday entertainment lineup in Charlotte! Neighborhood & Community Events Charlotte neighborhoods are coming together to spread

June 13, 2024 No Comments

"Teachers entering affordable housing village"

Charity

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

Entrepreneur discussing partnership plans.

Business News

Entrepreneur hopeful about new partnership to help small businesses in Charlotte, N.C.

Entrepreneur hopeful about new partnership to help small businesses Charlotte, N.C. – Many small businesses are continuing to deal with unique hardships, years after the COVID-19 pandemic hit. Data from The National Association of Women Business Owners shows small businesses are facing hardships with higher costs, staffing, and funding efforts. Many of these issues were worsened due to the pandemic. A New Partnership Aims to Help Entrepreneurs Thrive Saichelle McNeill,

June 13, 2024 No Comments

Beauty

Charlotte, North Carolina: Website Blocked for International Visitors

Charlotte, North Carolina: Website Blocked for International Visitors Residents and visitors in Charlotte, North Carolina are experiencing a disruption in access to a popular website that provides a wide range of local news content. The website, which covers a variety of topics such as entertainment, sports, community events, and local news, is currently unavailable to individuals accessing it from outside of the United States. Reason for Unavailability The error message

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

Business News

Charlotte’s The Bulb: Produce Without the Price Tag

Charlotte’s The Bulb: Produce Without the Price Tag In Charlotte, a unique mobile farmers market is making waves in the community by providing fresh produce without the price tag. The Bulb, a nonprofit organization, operates from a truck that brings hour-long markets into 12 food-insecure neighborhoods. Community Nourishment Unlike traditional farmers markets that focus on selling produce, The Bulb operates on a different principle – “Take what you need, give

June 11, 2024 No Comments

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