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Local news website access
Agriculture

Charlotte Residents Missing Out on Local News

Charlotte Residents Missing Out on Local News Residents in Charlotte are facing disappointment as they are unable to access their local news website. The website, known for providing up-to-date information on various topics such as entertainment, community events, and breaking news, has become unavailable to those trying to access it from outside of the United States. This restriction has left many residents feeling disconnected from their community and uninformed about

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Charlotte residents making planters
Charity

Charlotte Celebrates Pollinator Month Kickoff at Patagonia

Charlotte Celebrates Pollinator Month Kickoff at Patagonia Charlotte, NC – June 8, 2024 Charlotte, known for its commitment to sustainability and environmental awareness, kicked off National Pollinator Month with a special event at the Patagonia store in South End. The event, organized by Keep Charlotte Beautiful and City of Charlotte Landscape Management, aimed to educate the community about the importance of pollinators and ways to support them. A Celebration of

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Woman reporting crime to police
Breaking News

Charlotte Police Reports: Two Men Attempted to Kidnap Woman in West Charlotte

Charlotte Police Reports: Two Men Attempted to Kidnap Woman in West Charlotte By HERE News Attempted Kidnapping Incident in West Charlotte Charlotte-Mecklenburg police are currently investigating a disturbing incident that occurred in west Charlotte on Thursday night. According to police reports, two men attempted to kidnap a woman as she was crossing the road. Details of the Incident The attempted kidnapping took place around 10:25 p.m. on Donald Ross Road

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Charlotte weekend activities collage
Art

What’s Happening, Charlotte: Your Weekend Planner (May 31 – June 2)

What’s Happening, Charlotte: Your Weekend Planner (May 31 – June 2) Baseball and Scavenger Hunts on Friday This weekend, Charlotte offers a variety of events to enjoy. On Friday, May 31st, the options include: DeRay Davis: Catch the multi-faceted comedic force, DeRay Davis, who has conquered the stage and the big screen. Charlotte Knights: Head to a baseball game featuring fireworks for added excitement. Orville Peck – Stampede Tour: Enjoy

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Property tax rate discussion
Breaking News

Proposed Charlotte property tax rate hike reduced

Proposed Charlotte property tax rate hike reduced CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Some good news to share for those who own homes in Charlotte and Mecklenburg County: Both city and county leaders are cutting back their proposed property tax rate increases. But for the city of Charlotte, that decision comes at the expense of cuts to some popular programs. Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners Decision The Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners decided

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Raccoon with rabies warning sign
Breaking News

Eighth Case Of Rabies Confirmed In Mecklenburg County

Charlotte, N.C. – 8th Case Of Rabies Confirmed In Mecklenburg County Health officials in Mecklenburg County have confirmed the eighth case of rabies in 2024, with a raccoon testing positive for the disease. This latest case involved a raccoon in the 28206 zip code, specifically on Moretz Avenue. Fortunately, there have been no reported human or domestic pet exposures in the area. Rabies Cases in Mecklenburg County This recent incident

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Artists designing bus shelter
Community

Charlotte CATS Hosting Community Meetings For Bus Shelter Artists

Charlotte CATS Hosting Community Meetings For Bus Shelter Artists Charlotte, N.C. – CATS, the Charlotte Area Transit System, is giving the community the opportunity to meet local artists Nico Amortegui and Bree Stallings, who will be incorporating art glass into new bus shelters. Attendants at the meeting will be able to see the initial design concepts and give feedback to the artists and CATS staff before the design is finalized.

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Bishop ordination ceremony crowd
Community

Charlotte Ordains New Bishop For The First Time In 20 Years

Charlotte Ordains New Bishop For The First Time In 20 Years HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. – Franciscan priest Father Michael Martin was ordained a bishop on Wednesday to lead the Diocese of Charlotte. In a historic ceremony that drew over 1,500 attendees, including several bishops and a cardinal, Father Michael Martin was ordained as the new bishop of the Diocese of Charlotte. The diocese, which spans 46 counties in the western half

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Deputy city attorney at work
Art

City of Charlotte: Fast Five with Lina James

City of Charlotte: Fast Five with Lina James Deputy City Attorney Lina James Shares Her Insights and Experiences By HERE News As the Deputy City Attorney for the City of Charlotte, Lina James brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her role. In a recent Fast Five interview, James shared her thoughts on working for the city, her biggest priorities, and what Asian American Pacific Islander Month means to

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Community center grand opening
Charity

Block Love Charlotte Expands Offerings with New Day Services Center

Block Love Charlotte Expands Offerings with New Day Services Center Upcoming fundraiser scheduled with funds tight for beloved organization Deborah Phillips knows what it’s like to need help. There was a time in her past when Phillips was forced to flee a domestic violence situation with her son and her dog, all of whom slept in a van for a few nights until they could find a room that would

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